20th anniversary of Fr. Eric Forbes' ordination to the priesthood

Last Sunday (Sept. 12, 2010), we celebrated Fr. Eric Forbes' (OFM, Cap) 20th anniversary to the priesthood with a Solemn High Mass followed by a wonderful reception at the Father Kozina Hall, St. Margaret Mary's Church. Fr. Forbes was ordained on the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary (September 8, 1990) and was the only candidate ordained at the ceremony by Archbishop Anthony Apuron (OFM Cap) in the Cathedral-Basilica in Guam -- which prompted Canon Moreau to recall the anecdote of St. Jean Marie Vianney who was also the only priest ordained at the ceremony on which his bishop said "Yes, but for this one, it was well worth it!". We are indeed blessed to have Fr. Forbes around since he would often be the 'back-up' for Canon Moreau whenever he's away on a trip. But whenever Canon Moreau is here, the presence of Fr. Forbes make it also possible for us to have a Solemn High Mass, rather than just our regular "Missa Cantata" / High Mass.

Asperges

Incensing the altar

Sermon on Humility

5th Anniversary of the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest in Oakland, California (USA)

This coming Sunday (January 17, 2010), marks the 5th Anniversary of the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest at St. Margaret Mary's Church in Oakland, California, USA. It was five years ago, that Most Rev. Bishop Allen H. Vigneron (now Archbishop of Detroit) invited the Institute to the Diocese of Oakland. We thank God for this precious gift of having the Traditional Latin Mass (now known as the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite) available 7 days a week, for the work done by our dedicated priests, Canon Michael Wiener (now serving the St. Francis de Sales Oratory in St. Louis, Missouri) and Canon Jean Marie Moreau, and the many graces received through this apostolate during these five years.

A special potluck is now being organized. Donations and any volunteer help will be appreciated. The bar will be sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. One may contact Jean Duenas (jmduenas@comcast.net), Vicki Duenas (vfduenas@comcast.net) or Diana Henriksson (dhenriksson@comcast.net) if you'll be attending or for any inquiries of this special event.

Last year, during the 4th Year Anniversary celebration, Canon Moreau gave us a slideshow presentation of how the Institute started in Gabon, Africa. I thought it might be timely to post this series of youtube videos on the blog for the benefit of those who want to know more about the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest:

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

Part 4

Part 5