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Archangel Gabriel Meditation Garden Dedicated on March 26
The new Archangel Gabriel Meditation Garden in the courtyard of the Diocesan Pastoral Center was formally dedicated at a ceremony held on March 26th. It was made possible through the generosity of Michael and Sheila Geddes. Designed by artist Chris Nelke, the garden features a replica lava stone sculpture of the Archangel Gabriel that dates back to 1850. Plaques incorporated into the garden's design will recognize major donors to the Foundation. At the dedication ceremony, Foundation Chairman Frank Brady welcomed the guests, Msgr. Dale Fushek along with Michael and Sheila presented the garden statue, Laura Grafman delivered the Gospel Reading and Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted blessed the new garden and led the group in prayer.

Jenny Rathsburg, vocalist and pianist and Anna Clermont, first violinist provided the musical accompaniment. Guests of the Diocesan Center are invited to visit the garden to spend a few minutes in reflection and prayer. The theme of the area conveys both a sense of history, as well as a vision for the future, to carry on the work of Christ by fostering philanthropy. The age and general appearance of the sculpture will encourage the viewer to reflect on the past, recognizing that those living now and those that have gone before play an important part in advancing the Kingdom of God.

Putting Your Wishes into Action
The Foundation is sponsoring a series of articles in the Catholic Sun as part of its ministry. Click here to read an article by attorney Jack Hough who serves on the Foundation's Estate Planning Committee. Jack tells the inspiring story of Msgr. Bernard Collins who serves as an outstanding example of the fact that you don't have to live in the lap of luxury to benefit from effective estate planning.
www.catholicsun.org/current/estatePlanning.htm

9 Students Honored with Christian Service Scholarships
At a reception held on April 1 at the Diocesan Pastoral Center, Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted awarded Christian Service Scholarships to nine eighth grade students from the Diocese of Phoenix. These scholarships are made possible by the generosity of donors who have set up Perpetual or Personal Family Funds through the Foundation. This year's recipients are Adrianna Amato, Kelsey Bohman, Shauna Casey, Brian Close, Taylor Dennis, Nick Restrepo, Kimberly Roland, Lauren Senior, and Danny Soulsby. Each student receives an $8,000 scholarship payable over four years to the Catholic high school of his or her choice. Donors included Phyllis Anderson, Doug and Micaela Patterson, Michael and Sheila Geddes, Edward and Jane Anne O'Malley and the Reverend Philip J. Poirier Scholarship Fund.

Last Chance to Make Reservations for This Year's Crozier Dinner!
There are only a few days left to secure your place at 16th Annual Crozier Dinner to be held at AJW Marriott's Camelback Inn on Saturday, April 17. Music legend Lou Rawls will be the featured entertainer. Reservations can be made online at www.ccfphx.org/crozier.html or by calling the Foundation at (602)354.2400. Table sponsorships range from $2,500 to $50,000 and individual plates begin at $250.