By MARNIE McALLISTER
Record Editor
TRAPPIST, Ky. - On July 11, two men just shy of age 40 from Ohio professed solemn vows at the Abbey of Gethse- mani, joining 30 other men at the monastery near Bardstown, Ky. With those vows, they prom- ised to begin their day at 3:15 a.m., pray seven times a day on a set schedule, accept a vegetar- ian diet and live by the strict ob- servance of the Cistercian order. And it's just what Brother Joseph, formerly Chris Bender, and Brother Abel, formerly Ian Arbuckle, were seeking. We don't do anything on our own," said Brother Abel, a soft-
By MARNIE McALLISTER
Record Editor
Dr. Mary Beth Bowling, who succeeded Leisa Schulz as superintendent of Catholic schools July 1, said she has a 30-day goal and a broader challenge ahead of her. Initially, she is orienting a mostly-new leadership team. Having three new integral members of the team, it's a priority for me to get them working together," said Bowling in a recent interview. "That's where my initial focus is - to make sure they're oriented and sup- ported well." With the exception of Dr. Donna Brown, the data and technology specialist, the edu- cators in the Office of Catholic Schools are new to the agency. Amy Nall, formerly an assistant principal and interim principal of Sacred Heart Acad- emy, is the new assistant superintendent of schools. She succeeds Bowling who had
By RUBY THOMAS
Record Staff Writer
Jordon Wood beamed as he rode around in a circle on a trainer bike guided by two volunteers July 16 during the Bellarmine University iCan Bike Camp for children with disabilities. The 11-year-old born with Down syndrome was one of about 40 chil- dren and young adults who took part in the five-day camp July 12-16 on the university's Newburg Road cam- pus. Jordon's mother, Leanna Wood, sat on the sideline cheering and beaming, as well. Her son doesn't have the verbal and social skills of a typical 11-year-old and struggles to fit in with other children, she said. At large gatherings where there are other children, he will usually sit in a corner. He doesn't have the social skills to join in and the other kids don't
know how to interact with him," she
Camp caters to individuals with wide range of disabilities
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Jordon Wood smiled as he rode a roller bike guided by physical therapy students Taylor Brosmer, left, and Amanda Davis July 16, the final day of Bellarmine University's iCan Bike Camp for children with disabilities.
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Staff of the Office of Catholic Schools spoke together prior to a meet- ing with elementary school principals July 20 at the Archdiocese of Louisville Pastoral Center. They are, from left, Dr. Donna Brown, Mary Parola, new superintendent Dr. Mary Beth Bowling and as- sistant superintendent Amy Nall.
See CHILDREN, Page 6
Both men found faith around age 30 and it led them to a life they love
New superintendent outlines initial goals Camp offers more than cycling, says mom With their vows, monks gain a community
St. Martin rebounds from vandalism
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After an act of vandalism last fall, a restoration is nearly complete in the sanctuary at St. Martin of Tours Church.
Spalding receives $2 million grant
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Spalding University announced a $2 million grant from Kosair Charities for its new Doctor of Physical Therapy Program.
In call for unity, Latin Mass limited
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Pope Francis has restored limits on the celebration of the Mass according to the Roman Missal in use before the Second Vatican Council, overturning permissions to celebrate the so-called Tridentine-rite Mass.
Pastoral care training offered
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A six-session training program aims to prepare individuals interested in providing pastoral care to the sick who are homebound, in hospitals or nursing homes.
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The latest Youth Focus highlights a national art contest winner, a perfect ACT score and the experiences of kids in Space Camp.
Office of Catholic Schools has several new key staff positions, too
See SUPERINTENDENT, Page 9 See MONKS, Page 9
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Trappist Brother Joseph, left, and Trappist Brother Abel, who made solemn profession of vows July 11, discussed how they discerned their vocations at the Abbey of Gethsemani July 16.
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