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Greater Houston Founders Club

 

 
 So you also, when you have done all that is commanded you, say "We are unworthy servants; we have only done what was our duty."

 Luke 17:10

Club news

 

Welcome to the Houston Founders Club web site!

For a detailed schedule of events, please see "Regular Events" below and check for variations in location and time. We look forward to an exciting schedule of outstanding events. Hope to see you there!

Bishop Rizzoto Speaks at Houston Founders Dinner 
August 26, 2008

In the same year AMU dedicated our new Oratory on campus, the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston opened the doors of its new Sacred Heart Co-Cathedral, its mother church, in downtown Houston.   And so, on August 26th, 59 Houston Founders and guests were treated to a very special evening, with their guest speaker and Auxiliary Bishop, the Most Reverend Vincent M. Rizzotto.  In his presentation entitled: "The Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart  -- The Soul of the City,"  he not only outlined the challenges of coordinating and completing a project of this magnitude, he also pointed out the enormous fruits and benefits of having a new cathedral at a central location, the symbol of the bishop's teaching authority. 

 
The Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston  

Dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, it symbolizes the invitation to experience Christ's love through the mystery of His death and resurrection.  He pointed out things to look for: the massive blood red marble altar, the relics, the statuary, the symbolism behind the stain glass windows.  As he explained, the ascending height of the structure was designed to be a powerful image of transcendence - a reminder for us to fix our gaze on heaven, where our spirits can rise above their earthly existence and be nourished in the hope of God's love for humanity and, too, the city of Houston.   A spirited discussion followed.  It was truly and evening to remember!  


Bishop Rizzotto


Founders and guests enjoying dinner


The Carew's (foreground), Dan Tolleson and guest 


Cynthia May and Sister Murial


Rita Patterson, Fr. Hubert J. Kealy
and Karen Davis (a member of the Houston leadership team)


Cynthia May, Margaret Hotze, and Fr. Bruce Noble -- our September speaker


The Devet's with Father David Noble (our other speaker for September.
The Noble brothers are priests and twins - both Anglican converts)

Join us at our next event!



Club leadership

 

Our leaders are our trusted servants who serve both the Founders and Ave Maria University with the support of the local Founders and the National Founders Office. Any Houston Founder wishing to join our team may call the contact person at the end of this page.

            Coordinator

Rich May

            Co-Coordinator

John Burford 

            Registration

Lorayne Anderson

            Correspondence

Karen Davis

            OutreachJudy Najarain,  Sandy Noser


REgular events

 
Dinners

Each month, we gather together as Founders and friends to learn and be inspired by great speakers from Ave Maria University and the local community on a featured topic. All are welcome to attend our events where you will also hear the most recent updates on Ave Maria University, Ave Maria Town, enjoy good food, and visit with friends.

What: Founders Club Dinner meeting.
When: Fourth Tuesday of the month:
 

 • 6:30 p.m. Registration • 7:15 p.m. Dinner

Where: Crowne Plaza Hotel, 1700 Smith (at Pease) - Downtown Houston
Cost: $25.00 per person (includes dinner and speaker).
Please consider sponsoring a clergy, religious or seminarian.
RSVP: Call 281-488-2525 or e-mail: kld823@sbcglobal.net no later than the Thursday before the event (no cancellations after this date).
To save time, mail your check made payable to "Ave Maria University"
to: Lorayne Anderson, 447 Richvale Lane  Houston, Tx.  77598

Events are open to all. Bring a friend!

Schedule

DateTopicSpeaker
Tuesday,
Sept. 23,
2008     		Crossing the Tiber Rev. Bruce Noble and Rev. David Noble are brothers, twins, and Catholic priests.  Both went on to St. Francis Theological College before being ordained as deacons and then priests into the Anglican Archdiocese of Brisbane. They both served for five years before their paths diverged.  Fr. Bruce left Australia for Oxford, England.  Fr. David went to New York from the Outback via Tasmania.  Both conducted Episcopal Marriage Encounters for over a thousand weekends before becoming Catholic, being ordained and serving as chaplains for twenty years.  Fr. Bruce is now the pastor at Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Church in Houston. 
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Tuesday,
Oct. 28,
2008    		Informed Consciences for Informed Voting

Richard May holds a BA in theology from St. Thomas U. in Houston and an MA in theology from the Franciscan U. in Ohio. He speaks nationally, has a weekly live radio program on Radio Maria, and has appeared nationally on EWTN TV and radio as well.  He is a former air force pilot, and is an aerospace engineer by profession. Rich May will provide a special multi-media program on the recent USCCB document on Faithful Citizenship.  You will learn about: The "signs of the times" we find ourselves in for this election and what role a well-formed conscience plays in our voting.
Print a dinner flyer for a friend!

Tuesday,
Dec. 2,
2008   		Consecrated to the Immaculate Conception  Lee Bowers is the Director of the Office of Marian Activities for Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. She is well-known locally and nationally, and for over 45 years has been an active promoter of Eucharistic Adoration.  Lee is now a member of the Eucharistic Apostles of The Divine Mercy, speaking in parishes and presenting "Days of Reflection."
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Tuesday,
Jan. 27,
2008 		Canon Law and its Application in the Church 

The Very Reverend Lawrence W. Jozwiak, J.C.L. Pastor and Rector of the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Houston.

 


Special events

 There are many exciting events and programs at Ave Maria University that are available to the general public. Especially note the following events and consider checking the Event Calendar on our website.


How to participate

 

We invite you to help make our events a success! If you are interested in helping with the Houston Founders Club, please contact us at the number below.



contact information

 Rich May
Phone: 281-488-2525  or  281-753-5609
4219 Olive Oak Ct.
Houston, TX  2525