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PAGE 6 GEORGIA BULLETLN THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5, 1963 RELIGIOUS PEACE CORPS’ College Park Girl Part Of Mexican Apostleship Lileen Fitzgerald of College Park, Georgia, is back at her studies at St. Mary’s College at Notre Dame, Indiana after her most Interesting and re warding trip as a lay apostle to Mexico. She was one of a group of five student volun teers from her college who spent six weeks teaching among the poverty stricken, illiterate Mexicans and Indians in Jilotepec, a farm village high in the mountains, some sixty miles from Mexico City. The parish was that of St. Peter and Paul, and the church (which was always well attended with very devout people) was over 400 years old. Great is the need for Spanish - speaking workers in the land south of the border, and it is hearten ing to know that enthusiastic young women and men from our Catholic colleges are giving their time to do their bit for God and for better re lations between Mexico and the United States. This endeavor could be called a religious Peace Corps. The endeavors of this group of American girls was so appreciated by the Archbishop Primate of Mexico, Miguel Dario Miranda, that he sent Eileen a personal letter of appreciation and gratitude at the end of their project. For the first week Eileen and her schoolmates lived in a re treat house in beautiful Mexico City. This house was operated by the Dominican Nuns. Here they were taught by a volunteer lay teacher from Washington, D. C. She instructed them in a world wide method of alphabetization—a simplified way of teaching the Mexicans to read and write in their nat ive Spanish. After this period of orientation, the girls left for their field work in Jilotepec where they lived with Spanish families who graciously gave them lodging. THE KIND AND appreciative pastor had these young lay apostles transported daily in a sturdy jeep over extremely rough, muddy roads, to three different towns where classes were formed. Some of the MISS EILEEN FITZGERALD of College Park (far right) re cently spent six weeks in rural Mexico, teaching as part of a lay apostleship. She and her companions, all from St. Mary’s College, Notre Dame, Indiana, are here shown holding the live chickens and flowers given to them by grateful local people. IGNATIUS HOUSE RETREATS There will not be any more Retreats in 1963. 1964 Retreats will begin Jan. 9th 1964. (Women) Phone 255-0503 or Write 6700 Riverside Dr. N.W. Atlanta 5, Ga. ST. JOSEPH’S INFIRMARY SODA FOUNTAIN COFFEE SHOP AND RESTAURANT LOCATED NEXT TO GUT SHOP ON MAIN FLOOR XN NEW BUILDING ATLANTA. GA. •““THE WW4 .KHiH.il* i nc. 1 A SINGING NUN ;» ' S''- .ill -mm Featuring The Hit Single "DOMINIQUE" THE ^ SINGING * NUN-- Rarely has a recording appeared that has so immediately captured the public’s heart as this unique collection of French songs composed and performed by Soeur Sourire, the Belgian Nun. And the beauty of the recording is matched by the richly illustrated brochure containing a portfolio of charming watercolor sketches of convent life painted by Sister Sourire herself. Plus line by line English translations of the songs. Surely, the ideal holiday gift for everyone. PHILIPS BICOBDS pupils were groups of Catholic Action high school girls who were eager to learn the simpli fied method of teaching read ing and writing. They In turn are now working in their own communities teaching children and adults—thanks to these good will ambassadors from Georgia, Missouri and Penn sylvania. Eileen and her companions made many good friends among the poor Mexican and Indian women who were anxious to join their sewing classes. These girls cut newspaper pat terns (down on the dirt floors of dimly lit stone house), showed the women how to cut the mater ial that the pastor had allowed the girls to purchase, and then gave them lessons on the treasured treadle-type sewing machine. These talented nat ives were quite adept at hand sewing and weaving, but they had never had the opportunity of using a sewing machine be fore. Now the Interested past or hopes to obtain a few of these precious machines that are quite old fashioned to most women of the United States, but highly treasured in back wards Jilotepec, where the poor are so very poor. EILEEN AND HER friends saw many sights in Mexico which they will always remem ber: the magnificient Shrine at Guadeloupe; the exquisite beauty of the Cathedral of Mexico; the scenic grandeur of Acapulco; and the long, high mountain ranges, to mention a few . Unforgettable also will be the slums, filth and utter poverty that Is the lot of teem ing thousands. The need is so great there in Catholic Mexico that it would be well for other college students in our area to con sider joining a momement so worthwhile to assist the Arch bishop of our neighboring country. The people of Jilotepec coul d hardly comprehend that these young ladies had come over 2,000 miles from North American to help them. Incidentally, Eileen travelled alone by bus on that long trip into that strange new land). By the time these student work ers had completed their classes, and it was time for them to report to the Arch bishop to give a summary of their work, they had become beloved by all who knew them. Many tears were shed when It was time to say "adios," and these humble people presented the girls with parting gifts of whatever they could afford- eggs, peppers, fruits and even live chickens! ON THE FEAST of the As sumption the St* Mary girls joined a pilgrimage of seven thousand people who walked six miles to a hill where the Bless ed Mother had appeared years ago. An impressive mass was held on the top of this hill where Our Lady’s image was left upon a large rock. Eileen brought back some marvelous pictures of this pilgrimage. How very devout these simply country peasants are I Eileen is a scholarship staff student at St. Mary’s and she is a junior this year. She is majoring in Spanish and she has high hopes of returning to Mexico some day — this picturesque country of many contrasts. She is a member of St. John the Evangelist Par ish of Hapeville, where she attended grammar school. She then went to Sacred Heart High School and then graduated from St. Plus X High School. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald A. Fitzgerald. ALTAR SOCIETY St Mary’s, Rome Events Scheduled Miss Darleen Wamock Is Married To Mr. Charles J. Kerscher, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Dow C. Wamock announce the marriage of their daughter, Darleen Dow Wamock to Mr. Charles J. Kerscher Jr., son of Mr. & Mrs. Charles J. Kerscher Sr. The marriage was solemniz ed in a Nuptial Mass on Satur day, November 16th at Our Lady of the Assumption, celebrated by Reverend Douglas Edwards. The bride was given in marri age by her father. The best man was Mr. Chris Herrig and groomsmen-ushers were Mr. Patrick McMahon and Robert Keith. Miss Terril Heuwagen of De troit, Michigan, cousin of the bride, was the maid of honor and the bridesmaids were her sister, Miss Donna Warno<?k and RoSella Wrigley. Their’ gowns were of green brocaded taffeta with a matching head- piece. The bridal gown was lace and net over satin. The back swept into a full length train. Her veil of illusion fell from a small crown of pearls. The reception immediately followed the ceremony at Our Lady of the Assumption Cafe- torlum. The brides book was kept by Mrs. John Hart and assisting in serving were Mrs. Larry Ware, Mrs. Harold Hamilton, Miss Cheryl Orr, Miss Patricia Lanthier and Miss Susan Buckley. Attending the wedding from IN CONGRESS out of town was the brides grand - mother, Mrs. Leo Heuwagen from Detroit, Michi gan. Upon returning from their honeymoon the couple will re side In Atlanta. DESCRIBES COUNCIL At the December meeting of the Altar Society of St. Mary's, Rome, plans were formulated to continue the Christmas charities of other years, name ly contributions to the Rebecca Blaylock nursery and the dis tribution of gifts to the Catholic patients at Battey Hospital. Miss Janie Fahy and her com mittee on Catholic charities were named to carry out these plans. In addition, the group agreed to offer Its services to the St. Vincent de Paul Society to help provide Christmas gifts to those in need. Mrs. George Briggs announc ed that the Northwest Deanery Council of Catholic Women is sponsoring a retreat at Ignatius House in Atlanta the weekend of January 9th and asked all those present to consider going. MRS. ROBERT BRIERLY, president, presided at the meet ing and, following routine busi ness, Introduced Father John McDonough who outlined plana for a Day of Recollection to be held December 10th from nine oclock in the morning un til one oclock in the afternoon in preparation for the Feast of Christmas. Fr. Govern Addresses Disciples Of Christ Redemptorist Father Ray mond Govern, pastor, Sacred Heart Church, Griffin, Geor gia, was the guest speaker at a banquet sponsored by the Chris tian Men’s Fellowship, First Christian Church, (Disciples of Christ) on Tuesday evening in the educational building of the church. Ft. Govern, speaking on the Ecumenical Council, gave an enlightening and informative discourse on the purpose and aims of the Council. Following his talk, a question and answ er period followed. Most ques tions centered on the Mass; specifically the Eucharist. The group indicated they were very impressed with the low funeral Mass celebrated at St. Matt hews Cathedral for our late President John F. Kennedy and the wide exposure given by tele vision had made it possible for them and many others to bet- NCWC Witness Backs Medicare WASHINGTON (NC)-The So cial Action Department of the National Catholic Welfare Con ference has backed the late Pre sident Kennedy’s medicare pro gram in House testimony. Father John F. Cronin, S.S., assistant director of the de partment, told the House Ways and Means Committee the bill would lift "a substantial finan cial burden” from the shoul ders of older Americans. THE COMMITTEE was hear ing testimony on the adminis tration’s proposal to help fi nance institutional care in hos pitals and nursing homes of persons who have retired un der Social Security. At the same hearing, the bill was opposed by Dr, Edward R, Annls, president of the Ameri can Medical Association, as un- Sacred Heart Committee John Morris, president of the Holy Name Society of Sac red Heart Church, Atlanta, has announced committee chair men] Robert Montag, membership] Craddock Goins, publicity; Jo seph A. Seibold and M, J, Ma guire, sick and vigil; Robert W. Krick, music; Dr. J, P, Vido- sic, CCD; Frank B, Schroer, adoration; R. J. Martin, Jr„ retreat; Frank B. Schroer, in stitutional representative; Wil liam D. Ricker, breakfast; Dr. J, P, Vidosic, advisor. Suceeding Father Richard F. McGulnness as spiritual direc tor is George M, Meituia, for merly of New Orleans, Father McGulnness has been transfer red to a West Virginia parish. The Rev. Thomas J. Ros- hetko, S.M., pastor of Sacred Heart, has expressed gratifi cation at the attendance at the Novena that opened Sunday in honor of Our Lady of the Mi raculous Medal, It will continue through Monday evening. (Dec. 9). necessary and dangerous. He said that aged persons "Who need help in meeting medical bills are receiving it,” FATHER CRONIN told the committee that the NCWC de partment favors a program by which people will build up insur ance, rather than be given aid only when they have no more resources. "We strongly favor,” he said, "prepayment Insurance pro grams that tend to prevent in digence, in contrast to exclus ive reliance upon a program that is effective only when our aged have exhausted their resources, “From a religious point of view, we consider repaid Insur ance to be more consonant with human dignity, "AS CITIZENS, we feel that most Americans prefer to earn their own Insurance and to be able to pay their bills as a mat ter of right. Charity may be a noble action on the part of the giver, but it can often hurt and possibly degrade the receiver,*' Father Cronin said adoption of medicare would still leave a 4 Very Important and extensive field” for private lnaurance, ‘THIS SECTOR could con centrate primarily upon pay ments to physicians ami simi lar major items not covered in the proposed bill,” he said, "We would then have a com bined private-public approach that would cover the most cri tical medical needs of older persons,” he said. Following the meeting lunch was served with Miss Janie Fahy and Mrs. Robert Wood ruff as hostesses. Members present in addition to the ones already named were: Mrs. Louis Curry, Mrs. George McMahon, Mrs. Charles Flan- nagan, Mrs. Joe Dlprima, Mrs. Stephen Bobowiec, Mrs. John Accamasso, and Mrs. Lee Battle. Archbishop To Bless Classroom Sister Mary Raphael, G.N.S. H„ Principal of D’Youville Academy announced today that die new classroom building will be blessed by die most Reverend Paul J. Halllnan, Archbishop of Atlanta, on Sun day, December 8 at 4:00 p.m. Parents, relatives and friends are invited to visit our new class roan building and will be welcomed by the faculty and students of D'You- ville between 2:00 and 5:00 p.m. The D’Youville Mothers Club will serve refreshments and these arrangements are being made by Mrs. John L. Lambert and her committee. NELSON RIVES REALTY INC. 3669 CLAIRMONT ROAD CHAMBLEE, GEORGIA REAL ESTATE, INSURANCE SALES, RENTALS RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTY PHONE: 451-2323 ter understand the Roman Ca tholic service. The group was both receptive and friendly and extended an In vitation to Father Govern and laymen of his parish to partici pate in like programs in the future at their church. Accompanying Father Govern at this meeting were Keith Pe terson and Jim Hedderman, pa rish laymen. Mr. Hedderman, president of the Holy Name Society, also spoke. He recommended the or ganizing of a community All Faiths Laymen's League. The recommendation was unani mously accepted by the busi ness session of the Disciples groups. Count de Sieyes Count Bernard de Sieyes, veteran of two World Wars and holder of the Croix de Guerre and the Medaille Mllitaire, has died in an Atlanta hospital. Count de Sieyes was a mem ber of Christ the King parish and lived at 14 Vernon Rd., NE. Interment services were held Sunday, Father Conald Foust officiating. The Count is survived by his wife, the former Alice Stearns, three daughters, Mrs. J. W. Ebersole, atlanta; Mrs. J. G. Chandler, Atlanta; Mrs. F. W. Wilkerson, montgomery; and two brothers, the Marquis de Sieyes, New York City and Count Emanuel de Sieyes, Buenos Aires. 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