QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER OF THE CLERICS OF SAINT VIATOR Volume 1, Number 3 Fall 1995

T E A C H E R S 0 F F A I T H

Priest-Teacher Honored ...

Mathematics And Ministry ______ _

I f you find the world of mathematics mystifying, then perhaps you haven't been taught by Fr. Arnold Perham, C.S.V., the award-winning former Math Department Chair at St. Viator High School, Arlington Heights, IL. and Teacher of Faith. A long-time faculty member, Fr. Perham continues on the cutting edge of new teaching technology, moving well beyond text books and slide rules to graphics calculators and software design, among other tools.

But more remarkable is his vision of the role of priest-teacher in impacting student lives. In reflecting on what he brings to teaching which is special to being a Viatorian priest and religious, Fr. Perham comments: "I have come to realize that for myself, my teaching ministry must be an extension of the liturgy. Liturgy is the story of what God is doing for and with us in Christ. The liturgy enables us to be with God." He concludes: "What I do in the classroom, at some

level, must enable these young people to be with God."

A prolific author of student textbooks, teacher's guides and software, he also regularly contributes chapters to textbooks on computer-based mathematics teaching. He has co-authored a refereed article, prepared abstracts on a variety of topics, frequently serves as a lecturer, and belongs to many professional associations.

the story of what God is doing for and

with us in Christ ... "

Fr. Perham was honored recently by St. Viator High School at

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Cahill Gymnasium Dedicated A former teacher, trainer, athletic director and president were all honored recently at St. Viator High School in Arlington Heights, IL. But it was a "one-man shmv" recognizing the work of Fr. Patrick Cahill, C.S.V. This remarkable Viatorian was honored for his 16 year involvement with the now coed school at festivities celebrated by 250 friends, alumni and parents.

The highlight of the gala evening was the unveiling of the plaque, formally naming the facility as the Rev. Patrick G. Cahill, C.S.V. Gymnasium. During the ceremonies, Pat (known by generations of Viator students as "Crank") reflected on his service to the school. "I loved working with the kids. My office door was always open,

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Viator

Reverend Robert M. Egan, C.S.V. Provincial Publisher

Philip J. Skeris Director of Development Managing Editor

VIATOR is published quarterly by the Clerics of St. Viator, the Viatorians, for friends, families, parishioners and alumni of Viatorian apostolates .

The Clerics of St. Viator are religious priests and brothers sent by the Catholic Church to teach the Faith and proclaim Jesus Christ as Gospel. In parishes, schools, and a variety of other ministries Viatorians work with Christian communities to live, deepen and celebrate their faith.

Our legal title is: Clerics of St. Viator.

From The Provincial's Perspective Dear Friends,

Greetings from the Viatorians.

Around our Province, many special things are happening. Recently, the new St. Viator Church in Las Vegas was dedicated, and a ground-breaking ceremony was held at St. Thomas More Parish in Henderson, Nevada, as that community begins to build a new church. St. Viator High School dedicated the Marie Gallagher Resource Center, outfitted to insure that the technology available for students will carry them into the next millennium. Sacred Heart Parish in Goodrich, IL recently celebrated the lOOth anniversary of its founding, and Maternity B.V.M. parish in Bourbonnais is

preparing to celebrate its 150th birthday. New and exciting endeavors are a part of the Viatorian story these days, and I am pleased to share some of them with you.

Our feature article tells the story of another Viatorian Teacher of Faith. Recently, St. Viator High School honored Father Arnold Perham, C.S.V. at an annual school event designed to recognize teachers who have made an outstanding impact on the St. Viator High School community. The story about Father Perham is a wonderful tribute to his commitment and dedication to the ministry of education and service to young people. I'm proud to share this story with you and invite you to witness another example of dedication to the Viatorian charism and mission of being "Teachers of Faith" .

I hope you enjoy this issue of our Quarterly Newsletter. As always, I welcome your comments and reactions. Please feel free to write or call at (708) 398-1354. We are always happy to hear from you.

Finally, I want to thank you for your continued support and encouragement of the Viatorians. We appreciate your loyalty and assure you of our continued prayers.

Sincerely,

Robert M. Egan, C.S.V. Provincial

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Keeping in touch ----------

Father Bill Carpenter, C.S.V. came to the Viatorians after graduating from Spalding Institute in Peoria, IL. Bill's ministry has taken him from northern Illinois to the Kankakee Region, and from the desert in Las Vegas to Rochester, Illinois. He has been involved in retreat work, served as a high school counselor, taught high school religion and sociology, and for the past few years, he has been an associate pastor and pastor. Recently, Bill was appointed pastor of St. Viator Parish in Chicago. He can be reached at 4170 West Addison Street, Chicago, IL 60641.

When early St. Viator High School grads hear the word library, most immediately think of

Father Robert Cooney, C.S.V. Father Cooney served for 10 years as librarian at St. Viator, and then traveled west to become the librarian at Bishop Gorman High School in Las Vegas. A change to pastoral ministry followed, and Bob became associate pastor at St . Viator Parish in Chicago, and later at Maternity BVM Parish in Bourbonnais, IL. Father Cooney has also been a hospital chaplain at St. John Hospital in Springfield and St. Mary Hospital in Kankakee. Bob is currently a parochial vicar at Guardian Angel Cathedral in Las Vegas, and he can be reached at 4219 Pinecrest Circle East, Las Vegas, NV 89121.

Father Raymund Field, C.S.V. has spent the majority of his ministry in Catholic secondary education and parochial ministry. Father Field began his career in secondary education with a long tenure at Cathedral Boys, and later, Griffin High School (now Sacred Heart-Griffin). Ray then turned to parish ministry, firs t as associate pastor at Maternity BVM Parish in Bourbonnais, and later as pastor of St. Patrick Parish,

Kankakee, IL. Father Field has gone west, and can be reached at St. Cyprian Parish, 1133 West Washington Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086.

Father George Harris, C.S.V. has a long career in the Catholic secondary education apostolate. He began teaching at St. Viator High School in Arlington Heights, IL, before two postings at Griffin High School in Springfield, IL, and service as principal of Bishop Gorman High School in Las Vegas. He has returned to St. Viator High School, and currently teaches history. Fr. Harris can be reached at 1213 East Oakton Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60004 . •

Rest In Peace Kindly remember in your prayers the following Viatorians who have recently died: Reverend Francis J. Powers, C.S.V. Born to Eternal Life: July 28, 1995 Reverend Bernard G. Mulvaney, C.S.V. Born to Eternal Life: September 25, 1995 Reverend Eugene A. Mierzwinski, C.S.V. Born to Eternal Life: October 16, 1995

Centennial Celebration

Sacred Heart Parish in Goodrich, Illinois celebrated their 1 OOth Anniversary of service to the people of God in July. Fr. Paul Jasinski, C.S.V. pastor of Sacred Heart reports that the parish community has worked hard in preparing for this joyous occasion. Within the past year, the church interior was redecorated to restore the original beauty of the 1885 structure, funded by the generous support of parishioners. A solemn liturgy w as celebrated July 9, followed by a reception for the parish.

Viatorians have served continuously at Sacred Heart for almost half a century, since 1946. Fr. Pierre Boudin, C.S.V. w as one of several priests who served at St. James Mission, the mother-church for Sacred Heart, in 1863. Over the years, the parish has been blessed with a number of religious vocations, including three nuns, two priests and three permanent deacons. Congratulations to the entire Sacred Heart Parish community!

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25th & 50th Anniversary ...

Jubilarians Honored Nine Viatorians were recognized for their anniversaries of Ordination and Religious Profession at the Congregation's Annual Assembly in August. Phil Clifford, John Puisis, and Gene Sullivan, were honored for their 50 years of Priesthood. Phil and John are at the Province Center in Arlington Heights, were they assist in ministry as able. Gene is based at St. Patrick parish in Kankakee, where he continues in various ministries.

Ed Anderson, Pat Durkin, John Monahan, and Hugh Robbins, were also recognized for their 50th

anniversaries of Religious Life. Ed is in Las Vegas; Pat in La Mesa, California; John continues as Pastor of St. Anne parish, St. Anne, Illinois and Hugh resides in suburban Chicago.

Twenty-fifth anniversaries were marked for Wayne Dupuis, ordained to the Priesthood June 6, 1970; and Mick Egan, who professed first vows to Religious Life August 30, 1970. Wayne serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Viator parish, Las Vegas, and Mick is Provincial for the Chicago Province at Arlington Heights, Illinois . •

Mathematics And Ministry (Continued)

the inaugural Block­Party to establish and expand the Faculty Endowment at the school. Recipient of the Teacher of the Year Award from St. Viator, he has also been presented with the Master Teacher Award from the Mathematics Teachers' Association. As a volunteer, he assists at Connections, a Chicago-based adult education and literacy project for inner-city residents where he provides math curricula. •

The Viatorian Superior General visited the Province of Chicago in late summer, and met with the Provincial Council. Front row, L toR: Viatorians Robert Egan , Provincial, Chicago Province; Superior General Leonard Audet; General Councilor, Mark Francis; Back Row, L toR: Richard Rinn, Assistant Provincial; Robert Erickson, Provincial Treasurer; Charles Bolser, Provincial Councilor, and Christopher Glancy, Vocation Director and Provincial Councilor.

Cahill Gymnasium Dedicated (Continued)

and I always wanted to be open to the students. I hope they know how much I cared for them ."

The dedication ceremony also served as the kick-off for establishing The Athletic Endowment at the high school. Now Rector of the Guardian Angel Cathedral Parish in Las Vegas, Fr. Cahill will also be honored later in November when he will be inducted into the University of San Diego Hall of Fame. He served with distinction as athletic director there for nine years. •

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New Member Journeys Begin ...

Viatorian Novices Welcomed! Brother Daniel Belanger,

C.S.V. began his novitiate

with the Viatorians earlier

this year. As a novice,

Dan will learn more

about spirituality; the history of religious life;

the vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience;

the Viatorian Constitution and way of life, the

history of the Clerics of St. Viator, and other

areas of theology. He will experience greater

time for prayer and more frequent retreats

under the guidance of Father John Van Weil,

C.S.V. who serves as novice master.

Dan is teaching religious education at St.

Thomas Becket parish in Mt. Prospect, IL and

helps with campus ministry retreats at St.

Viator High School in Arlington Heights, IL.

Brother Felipe Montes, C.S.V.

also began his Viatorian

novitiate this year in Chia,

Colombia, near Bogota. He has

been taking course work

through the Colombian

Conference of Religious, and

the Archdiocese of Bogota. Father Pedro

Herrera, C.S.V. is Felipe's spiritual guide as

novice master in Colombia. Along with

studies and prayer, Felipe serves as a

volunteer each Wednesday visiting patients in

a home for the terminally ill, and has been a

catechist preparing children for First

Communion.

After his first vows in January of 1996, he

hopes to work at Colegio San Viator in Bogota.

Please pray for these men preparing to serve

the Church with the Viatorian Community.

Did You Know? Chicago Province Viatorians serve in

many dioceses around the United States,

. but primarily in four regions:

Kankakee • Chicago • Springfield • Las Vegas

1865- Viatorians came to the Archdiocese of Chicago at Bourbonnais.

1868 - Viatorians founded St. Viator College, which served for some years as the seminary for the Chicago Archdiocese.

1888- Viatorians founded their first Chicago parish: St. Viator.

1931- Viatorians in Springfield at St. Joseph Parish and Cathedral Boys High School

1954 - Viatorians in Las Vegas at Bishop Gorman High School and St. Viator Parish.

The oldest Viatorian ministry:- Maternity B.V.M. Parish, Bourbonnais, served continuously since 1865.

The newest Viatorian ministries: - St. Thomas More Parish, Henderson, Nevada since 1984 and St. Patrick Parish, 1994, and Sacred Heart Parish, 1995, Springfield, IL.

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