St Joseph High School Nazareth Academy - Excelsior Yearbook (Victoria, TX)

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Priests Work Priestly Duties A standing example of firm, old-fashioned faith is the church of OUR LADY OF LOURDES. It has, however, nnoved agreeably with liturgical renewal. The parishioners have the privilege of attending Mass and the services in a church which is a nnixture of old and new — just the right mixture to feel closely the presence of God. People of all walks of life find spiritual com- fort within these sanctified walls. FATHER TOM COLLINS makes an excellent job of caring for his parish and its people. He is noted as a vigorous, pertinent sermon-giver and a sound confessor. Before the celebration of Mass, Fr. Collins prepares the gospel selection from the missal. Fr. Hermes can be found dividing his time between the pastoral duties and those of a personal nature. i If ' 26

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Our Lady of Sorrows — Exemplify Catholicism Time is expensive to Father. Vince.nt, as he is always handling sonne personal or church projecf. Entrusted with the spiritual care of all the Latin Americans in Victoria is the church of OUR LADY OF SORROWS. The prominent CYO, Friday and Saturday night binqos, dances, and charity drives are sponsored by the lively parrish. FATHER RICHARD TOAL acts as pastor with the dignity appropriate to his position. FATHER JUAN AYERBE is known as a very congenial and helpful person. FATHER VINCENT PATRIZI takes charge of many of the church activities with a zest inherent in him. BROTHER CHRISTOPHER DOYLE is often found working hard with his Boy Scouts. Brother Christopher welconnes all to the Sorrows Rectory and to patient guidance and understanding. When the routine paperwork i s finished, Father Juan knows it is time to make the rounds of his various priestly duties. 25

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Into Daily Living with Great Success Extensive reading, touching on our religion, characterizes Fr. Higgin ' s varied interests. OUR LADY OF VICTORY is a visible source of pride to Its parishioners who built It on their own contributions. It Itself Is characteris- tically modern and well-equipped. The church is closely connected with Our Lady of Victory School, a gramnnar school staffed by sisters, priests, and laymen. FATHER EUSTACE HERMES. Our Lady of Victory ' s pastor and the head of the Victoria Deanery, fulfills his role In both capacities with effectiveness and responsibility. FATHER PETER HIGGINS, a thoroughly Irish priest, is determined to help his people experience contact with God. FATHER T. VINKLAREK ' S unpredictable conversation is intermixed with an always pres- ent sense of religion. Fr. Vinklarek often finds an occasional stroll help- ful in order to relieve the stress of the day. -- V 27