Fr. Vasco Milani Mission Departure Ceremony
| St. Charles Borromeo, Milwaukee, Jan 26, 2003 |
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wonderful mission sending celebration took place at St. Charles Borromeo Church
in Milwaukee, on Sunday Jan. 26, 2003, with the presence of Archbishop
Timothy Dolan. Fr. Vasco Milani was the honored guest and the
one "sent" by this local church, to the communities of Belem,
Brazil. The Readings of this Sunday Mass fit well the message of Mission,
as Jesus called his disciples to follow him. Bishop Dolan invited the over
600 participants to reflect on the two aspects of following the Lord: "to
come" to the Lord, and "to go" to bring the Good News.
The inspiring celebration, enriched by meaningful music, with bell choir, brass and organ, the participation of Eucharistic ministers, school children's gifts, congregation's applauses and singing, the presence of members of the parish, St. Joan Antida sisters, and of the Xaverian friends from all-over Wisconsin and Illinois, the leadership and friendship of Fr. Tony Zimmer... all of these aspects made the celebration even more beautiful. How good it is when God's people gather together in the Lord.
A potluck of all sorts of goodies and sandwiches followed the Eucharistic Celebration, and all had a chance to meet Archbishop Timothy and Fr. Vasco. Their smiles are contagious, and their dedication to following the Lord a true inspiration for all. As Fr. Vasco leaves for his mission assignment, he treasures the memories of this even in his heart: "Here I am, Lord... I will hold your people in my heart."
