January 5
2003 |
Twenty-second Provincial
Chapter Election: Fr. Roberto
Corral, OP, Prior Provincial |
February 8
2003 |
Vatican
Official Says Evidence Against Iraq Is "Not Very Convincing"
VATICAN CITY, FEB. 7, 2003 [Zenit]Middle East Update
by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
WASHINGTON, DC [USCCB] |
February 10
2003 |
Letter on Iraq to the Dominican Family
by fr. Carlos Azpiroz Costa, OP, Master of the Order and
fr. Dominique Renouard, OP, Vicar of the Master of the Order
John Paul II Calls for
Peace in Iraqi Crisis
VATICAN CITY, FEB 9, 2003 [Zenit]
Pope Sends Papal
Envoy to Baghdad
VATICAN CITY, FEB 9, 2003 [Zenit] |
February
13
2003 |
John
Paul II to Call Iraq's Attention to Its Responsibilities
VATICAN CITY, FEB 13, 2003 [Zenit] |
February
14
2003 |
Necrology Update
The following nine brothers have been added to the necrology pages:
Brs. Martin Allen, John Barry, Raphael Corcoran, William Dempflin, Lawrence Jagoe, Alvarus
Joseph, Mark Rodden, Joseph Rourke, and John Ryan. |
March
1
2003 |
Vatican Exhibit Arrives in U.S.: Rev. Allen Duston, O.P., International
Director of the Office of Patrons of the Arts in the Vatican Museums and Member of the
Western Dominican Province
Houston Museum of Natural Science
Article by Associated Press. |
March
10
2003 |
Dominicans
Opening Novitiate In Iraq
ROME, MARCH 10, 2003 (Zenit.org).- At a time when the
wary are leaving Iraq, the Dominicans are hoping to step up their presence there. |
March
15
2003 |
Confesionario:
Avisos y Reglas Para Confesores | by Bartolomé de Las Casas | A Translation and
Introduction to Its Historical Context and Legal Teaching | A thesis by David Thomas
Orique, O.P, August 8, 2001 |
April
1
2003 |
The
Dominican Mission Foundation. Discover the missions through the ministry of the
friars and the lives of the people. Sign-up for the Monthly Newsletter! |
April
17
2003 |
The Black and
White Brigade: Novice Tour 2003. Each year the Novices experience life in
Province. Read about their road tour, the people they met, and their experiences of
the people of God. |
April
18
2003 |
Millennials
Rising: The Next Great Generation by Neil Howe and William Strauss as reviewed by Fr.
Michael Fones, O.P. Where are Millennials, X-ers and Boomers headed? Fr.
Michael states, "I highly recommend this book as a source of information and insight
for campus ministers, and as a potential source for productive discussions with the
Millennials in our midst." |
May 1
1
2003 |
Mission West: Chapter
Five: Brothers in Conflict. Discover the history of the Western Dominican
Province in a fascinating work by Fr. Fabian Parmisano, OP. Periodically we add
another chapter online. |
May
15
2003 |
St. Peter and the Vatican: The Legacy of the Popes will be on display
within the Province from May 15 - Sep 5 at the San Diego Museum of Art. Made possible by Rev.
Allen Duston, O.P., International Director of the Office of Patrons of the Arts in the
Vatican Museums and member of the Western Dominican Province in association with many
other agencies. |
May
15
2003 |
Diaconate Ordination. The
Province celebrates the diaconal ordination of Br. John Evans. Here are a few photos
of the ordination Mass. Please pray for our vocations and those of the Dominican sisters
and nuns. |
May
15
2003 |
Preferential
Option for Youth in the New Evangelization: A Dominican Religious Sees Signs for
Optimism. The success of World Youth Days in North America in the past decade are
showing that young people are deeply attracted to the Catholic Church. WASHINGTON, D.C.,
MAY 9, 2003 |
May
15
2003 |
CNN
Special Report: Ten Heroes of War.
As war raged, Sister Maryanne Pierre, OP delivered babies, helped heal the sick. This
feisty nun kept the doors of her Baghdad hospital open despite the threat of looting and
bombing. |
May
15
2003 |
Blessed Sacrament in Seattle.
View the great changes that earthquake repairs have made to the interior of our
historic church in Seattle by visiting their website. It's beautiful ! Take the Tour | Restoration | Capital Campaign |
June
5
2003 |
Century-old
Tempe Church is vandalized. The Dominican campus ministry at Arizona State University
experiences more than $100,000 worth of damage at the hands of a vandal. Reported by
David J. Cieslak of The Arizona
Republic, Jun. 4, 2003. |
June
5
2003 |
Thérèse. A truly amazing film. In the monastery,
Therese, a teenage girl, gains insights that breathe fresh air into the Catholic Church
and transform the world. Challenged by the austere, cloistered life, this pampered child
discovers a simple way of loving God. |
June
5
2003 |
‘Let
us walk in joy and think of our saviour’ Some views on
Dominican
itinerancy. Santa Sabina, 24 May 2003, Memorial of the Translation of our Father
Saint Dominic. By. fr. Carlos Azpiroz Costa, OP, Master of the Order. |
June
5
2003 |
Dominican
Mission Foundation. The June Newsletter recounts an experience of death and life
in the missions, featuring Fr. Paul Scanlon, OP. Sign-up for the free monthly
Newsletter! |
June
5
2003 |
Province Acta.
The legislation of the Twenty-second Provincial Chapter has been approved by Master of the
Order, promulgated duly by the Prior Provincial, published, and distributed |
June
16
2003 |
Ordination to the Presbyterate.
The Province is excited to have Frs. Garry Cappleman, James Thompson, and Anselm
Ramelow embark on the new ministry of the presbyterate. See the photos of the
ordination! |
June
16
2003 |
Memorial
Celebration. On June 28th, 5:45 p.m., Blessed Sacrament Church in Seattle, WA is
celebrating a Latin Mass as a memorial of Fr. Joseph Fulton, followed by a reception in
the priory garden. As he was surely one of the most popular Dominicans in the
Northwest.
Restoration Project | Take the Tour | Capital Campaign | Read Necrology
Blessed Sacrament is also commemorating his work by naming the Fr.
Fulton Rosary Chapel, which has been refurbished as part of the restoration project at
Blessed Sacrament Church. Offerings from the Mass and gifts in his name are
benefiting the now complete restoration. Fr. Paul Raftery, OP is the celebrant, Fr.
Reginald Martin, OP will preach. |
July
1
2003 |
St. Thomas Aquinas'
Commentary on Job. A Translation by Fr. Brian Mullady, O.P. Chapters
12-14 were added to our on-line version. Are natural things governed by divine
providence? Find out the answer to this question and more through exploring the Book
of Job with Fr. Mullady. |
July
1
2003 |
Vatican Museum Goes
On-line. The Vatican Museums are one of the most famous and renowned cultural
institutions of the Holy See. They are known everywhere because of the masterpieces which
the Roman Pontiffs have commissioned, collected and preserved during the ages. Together
with the immense heritage of movable works of art, sculptures and paintings, which are
displayed in the galleries, the itineraries of the Vatican Museums include the most
important and artistically significant rooms of the Vatican Apostolic Palace, such as the
“Cappella Niccolina” with paintings by Beato Angelico, the “Appartamento
Borgia” with decorations by Pinturicchio, the “Stanze” painted by Raphael
and, of course, the Sistine Chapel with frescoes by Michelangelo as well as the most
important 15th century masters from Umbria and Tuscany. |
July
1
2003 |
Western Dominican Preaching.
In an age very much like our own, St. Dominic established the Order of Preachers to
proclaim Christian truth to the people. The apostolic ideal of Dominic is sending us to
preach Christ throughout the Western United States. |
July
1
2003 |
Spiritual Magic. Fr.
Daniel Rolland, OP is takes his magic on the road. He says, "My magic shows
used to be about all the great things I could do. Now they're about all the great things
God does through us....Too often magic just ends in a puzzle when its supposed to end in
mystery. The magic I perform reflects some of the greater mysteries of our lives: purpose,
destiny, love, reconciliation, death." Fr. Daniel trusts his audiences'
intelligence to know the feats he performs is not accomplished by magical power. Still, he
would let everyone know that they have great power within themselves to change the world
and to be instruments of God. That is what he would call "real magic." |
July
1
2003 |
Mud Puddle Films. Mud
Puddle writer and director Fr. Dominic De Lay, O.P. and his film "The Soda
Jerks" were nominated for all but one of Chapman University's annual Cecil B. DeMille
awards, including best film, best director, and best screenplay. Dominic recently
completed "The Sisters O'Malley", which was one of only a handful of projects
chosen out of over one hundred for production sponsored by Chapman's large and
distinguished School of Film and Television in Southern California. His latest work,
"Dogwoman & Magicman" served as his project for completion of the Master of
Fine Arts degree. |
July
15
2003 |
First Masses of the Newly Ordained.
Enjoy the photo submissions of those attending the first Masses of Fr. James Thompson, OP
and Fr. Anselm Ramelow, OP. |
July
15
2003 |
Beyond the Grave.
Thanks to the dedicated work of Br. Augustine Hilander, OP we now have twenty-five new
necrology entries. Take a stroll through the history of the Province as experienced
through the lives of these friars. |
July
15
2003 |
The Order of Preachers in
the United States: A Family Timeline. Explore Dominican history from 1510-2001,
especially here in the USA. This on-line work is very impressive and worth a visit. |
July
15
2003 |
DominICON.
Explore the mystery, art, and creation of icons with Fr. Brendan McAnerney, OP.
Upcoming retreats and presentations: Aug 4-8, Oct 12-17. |
August
1
2003 |
The Dominican Year.
A listing of days liturgically special to the Order of Preachers as compiled by Fr.
Albert Buckley, OP and Fr. Bartholomew de la Torre, OP. |
August
1
2003 |
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
It seems that adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is embraced by many in the United
States. Read some news and personal accounts, submit your own story of adoration,
and enjoy "Watch One Hour with Me" by Fr. Brian Mullady, OP. |
August
1
2003 |
Mission
Foundation. View life through the eyes of our missionaries in Kenya and
Guatemala. What happened to that little boy of the Tzeltal woman who died?
Read all about in in our July and August issues of the newsletter. |
August
1
2003 |
Catherine of Siena Institute.
The Catherine of Siena Institute is dedicated to equipping parishes for the formation of
lay Catholics for their mission in the world. This ministry of the province provides
innovative programs, resources, and leadership training that are faithful to Church
teaching and will enable your parish to become a dynamic center of lay formation and
mission. |
August
1
2003 |
Mission West.
Discover the history of the Western Dominican Province in a fascinating work by Fr. Fabian
Parmisano, OP. Periodically we add another chapter online. This addition
brings you Chapter Six: Fin de Siecle: New Horizons. |
Sep
1
2003 |
Novice Class
2003. Meet the (1) new
novices who were vested in the Dominican (2) habit
in a private ceremony on August 28th at St. Dominic Church, San Francisco. |
Sep
1
2003 |
First Profession.
Eight of the original ten novices of last year's class make their first profession on
August 30th at St. Dominic Church, San Francisco. Family and friends came from far
and wide to share in this special moment when a young friar makes his vows of chastity,
poverty, and obedience. |
Sep
1
2003 |
Congratulations.
Fr. Paul Scanlon, OP placed second in the Best Essay-General Interest Category of
the 2003 Press Awards presented by the Catholic Press Association for his article
“Not a Sparrow Falls,” published in the November 2002 issue of Liguorian.
This article was reprinted in the Dominican Mission Foundation's Newsletter, June
2003. Fr. Paul continues as missionary of the Western Province in the distant
reaches of Unalaska/Dutch Harbor along the Aleutian Chain Islands of Alaska. |
Sep
1
2003 |
History Channel. Keep an eye out for Fr. Basil Cole, OP. He
was interviewed for two History Channel programs, one on the nature of the stigmata and
Padre Pio and one on the archeology of the sepulcher of Christ. |
Sep
1
2003 |
St. Thomas Aquinas'
Commentary on Job A Translation by Fr. Brian Mullady, O.P. Chapters 15-21
were added to our on-line version. Are natural things governed by divine
providence? Find out the answer to this question and more through exploring the Book
of Job with Fr. Mullady. |
Sep
16
2003 |
OPWest.org moves to a new server to
provide email, ecommerce, and other basic needs. |
Sep
16
2003 |
Studentate 2003. St. Albert Priory
presents two formation programs: Cooperator
Brothers and the Clerical
Brothers. See their photos, read their biographies in this year book type
feature. |
Sep
16
2003 |
Province Email. The
Province now has email services available to the friars of the Province. Please note
the link "Email" in the navigation bar on the left on the home page. The
"Help" link will assist you in setting-up your account. Get
yourname@opwest.org. |
Sep
16
2003 |
Requiescat In Pace.
Fr. Urban F. Bates, OP died in the early morning hours of the memorial of St. Peter
Claver. |
Oct
1
2003 |
Ruah and the Power of Poetry dates back to the year 1990. A few poets gathered and a
poetry journal followed.
Fr. Chris Renz,
OP shares his involvement with this journal and invites others to submit
their poetry which draws the reader into relationship with the Divine. |
Oct
1
2003 |
New Search Tool
Now you can search the entire website in a matter of seconds.
You can find the search tool link at the top and bottom of every page. |
Oct
1
2003 |
Publishing Corner Fr. Michael Sherwin, OP, professor of Moral Theology, is keeping busy in
Fribourg, Switzerland. He recently published
the following articles:
"Jazz Goes Back to the Church, the Religious Music of Dave Brubeck," America Magazine
(August 4-11, 2003): 12-15.
"Four Challenges for
Moral Theology in the New Century," Logos 6 (2003): 1-26.
- "Saint Thomas, Helen Keller, et la rationalité de l’amour,"
Nova et Vetera
77 (2002): 21-32.
|
Oct
1
2003 |
Dominican Friars: Pioneers in the Archdiocese
Join Fabian Stan Parmisano, O.P. as he explores Dominican History in the
Western United States. SAN FRANCISCO.
In reflecting on the Archdiocese’s 150 year history, it is good to
remember that at its very inception stood the Dominican Order, prominently
featured in its first archbishop and in his Dominican brothers and sisters
who ministered with and under him, and who have helped continue and expand
that ministry to the present day.... |
Oct
1
2003 |
...And Dignity for All: Unlocking Greatness with Values-Based
Leadership by James E. Despain and Jane Bodman Converse, reviewed by Br. John Evans, OP. Find out the difference between management and
leadership through Caterpillar, Inc. and the experiences of James Despain. Perhaps,
one will find a relationship between value-based leadership and the governance of
religious life. This book is not a panacea, but a starting point for
reflection. Read the review. |
Oct
15
2003 |
Statistics for
OPWest.org. The web site has been undergoing many changes. Take a
look at a few of our statistics to see who's been visiting and when. |
Oct
15
2003 |
New Map.
Have you seen our new map? It is available in the Directory section along
with other helpful province information. |
Nov
1
2003 |
Come Celebrate the Joys
of Advent.
St. Dominic's Church (Benicia, CA) is hosting a day of reflection.
All are invited to enjoy this free event. Fr. Luke Buckles, OP
will present: With Mary, We Await With Eager
Expectation,
and Fr. Michael Dodds, OP will present:
The Beatitudes on the morning of November 22,
2003. Read more about it and the schedule through the above link. |
Nov
1
2003 |
There are two Christmas concerts that are sure to be warm the heart and
bring joy to all who partake.
A Candlelight Christmas Concert
will be performed by the San Francisco State
University Chamber Singers will be December 6th.
Il est né
will be performed by the Schola Cantorum of St. Albert Priory
and the Women's Antique Vocal Ensemble.
Also there will be the added pleasure of the
Alta Sonora Instrumental Ensemble. Be sure to visit both links
above for details. |
Nov
1
2003 |
One
Who Has Gone Before Us. Fr. Joseph Sergott, OP (pictured) describes the life of
Fr. Urban Bates, OP who died
on September 9, 2003. Discover the beautiful life of a soul who loves God,
and God's people. |
Nov
1
2003 |
The
Soda Jerks.
Congratulations to
Fr. Dominic
De Lay, OP,
whose film, "The Soda Jerks" recently won the
Jury Prize for Best Student Film at the Orinda Film Festival. See the
"about" section on his website,
www.mudpuddlefilms.com, for an update on his
first feature film and more. |
Nov
1
2003 |
St.
Thomas Aquinas' Commentary on Job
A Translation by Fr. Brian Mullady, O.P.
Six new chapters (22-27)
were added to the on-line version. This addition
starts Section Two: The Faithfulness of Job. |
Nov
15
2003 |
Interview: Br. Aquinas Stoffel, OP
shares his experience of being in community other than his home at St.
Albert Priory in Oakland, California. Find out where he seeks
holiness, academics, and the Dominican life! |
Nov
15
2003 |
Help
Support Our Dominican Nuns of Menlo Park. Purchase your altar bread from the Dominican nuns of Corpus Christi and
help support their life of prayer! |
Nov
15
2003 |
Link
Me Up. The Dominican Calendar is now receiving links for each saint or blessed.
We hope this is helpful to our preachers and researchers out there.
We will be adding three or four months worth of saints at a time during
the coming features. We hope you enjoy it. |
Nov
15
2003 |
Prince
of Peace Newman
Center. Visit the website for our campus ministry in Seattle,
Washington and learn more about how the Dominicans are serving
today's college students. |
Dec
1
2003 |
ONLINE DONATIONS
We are pleased to
announce that our
Development Site
can now accept online donations. Help us to
serve the people of God, and let's make a difference
together! |
Dec
1
2003 |
"Balthasar's Method of Divine Naming" PDF 169 KB. Join Br.
Bernhard Blankenhorn, OP in exploring Balthasar’s approach to divine
naming, especially regarding his notions of (1) Christ as the concrete
analogia entis which is the standard for every other analogy, (2) Christ
as revealing his relationship to the Father, and (3) modes of
potentiality such as surprise and suffering as perfections.
Nova et Vera,
English Edition, Vol. 1, No. 2 (2003): 245-68. Reprinted with explicit
permission of Sapientia Press. |
Dec
1
2003 |
Liturgy Corner [External]
-
NEW
Guidelines for Concelebration of the Eucharist, by USCCB,
November 12, 2003.
-
General Instruction of the Roman Missal Including
Adaptations for the Dioceses of the United States of
America, by Committee on the Liturgy, USCCB, June 3,
2003.
-
Ecclesia de Eucharistia,
Encyclical Letter, April 17, 2003.
-
Question & Answer by NCCBUSCCB.
Question
& Answer
by ZENIT.
-
Built on Living Stones: Art, Architecture, and Worship,
by NCCB.
-
John Paul II Urges Examination of Conscience on
Liturgical Reform by Zenit.org,
12-9-03.
-
Liturgical Reform Focus of Vatican Meeting,
by Zenit.org, 12-9-03.
-
Popular Devotions Promoted as Way to Shape the Culture,
by Zenit.org, 12-9-03.
- Music
-
Music as Sacrament: The Mastery
of Robert Shaw,
Commonweal, November 6, 1998.
-
America's Messiah,
First Things, 78 (December
1997): 17-19.
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Dec
15
2003 |
Theology for the
Laity
"The Rosary and
Apostolic Life" by Fr. Paul Raftery, OP.
The Rosary Light &
Life offers this recent article and so much more. If you're
still looking for
great gift ideas be sure to spend some time exploring this site. |
Dec
15
2003 |
Congratulations!
The Penn State
University Press is publishing
a new book by Fr.
Augustine Thompson, OP, Cities
of God: The Religion of the Italian Communes, 1125-1325. It will
appear in September 2004.
Fr. Brian Mullady, OP,
Man's Desire For God,
1stBooks Library (2003), pp. 156.
Amazon,
Barns&Noble, $12.50
Loyola Press is publishing the award winning article of Fr. Paul
Scanlon, OP, "Not a Sparrow Falls." Look for it in the first
Anthology of Best Catholic Literature, September 2004. |
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O
Lumen: An Online Journal for the New Evangelization.
This publication of the students of the Province offers features,
news, poetry, perspectives, and humor. |
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Who's Keeping
Their Eye on the Ball?
Two news networks are stoking the debate on separation of
religion and state. Plug into the articles and get informed
and keep your eye on the ball.
(CNN, June 27, 2002)
-- A federal appeals court panel in San Francisco declared
Wednesday that the Pledge of Allegiance is unconstitutional and
unfit for the classroom. The justices say the phrase "one nation
under God" amounts to a government establishment of religion,
which is expressly forbidden by the First Amendment.
Speaking at the G-8 summit in Canada, President Bush said
that the ruling was "out of step with the history and traditions
of America," and said it highlighted the need for "common-sense
judges that understand that our rights are derived from God."
Continue Full CNN Article >>>
Religious Symbols Disappearing
Fox News Channel looks at the many ways
the principles and symbols of Christianity are disappearing from
public life and examines the causes and
consequences. Be sure to watch this online
video.
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Please
pray for the repose of the soul of Br.
Joseph Romero, OP, who died
early on the morning of
December 27th, at the age of 80.
The vigil, funeral Mass, and burial were
well attended by many friends, family, and the Dominican friars. |
