July 26, 2010
Why Father Aveni Always Said “Thank You”
“Thank you.” Father Aveni always said “Thank you,” to everyone; I didn’t know what for.
After the masses I could see him thanking other priests (younger than him). He was always radiating with tranquility and steadfastness. Despite the sickness that pained his body (he was sick of cancer), he tried to celebrate masses and struggled for a lucid voice to preach the words of God. He always knelt down after the masses when he was still strong. He prayed earnestly and I could not explain why I desired to look at him pray.
Father Aveni died serving God and praying for us at 92.
He lived a life of simplicity - tucking himself in the seminary to teach Latin and Italian subjects. Away from the lime light, he got contented to be a good listener and spectator clapping his hands and watching school programs.
I could see him wearing black boots or sandals. On his wrist was a silver watch (probably to be tight with his schedules), on one hand a book, and on another a rosary. He was prudent and in him came gentle peace and a crown of dignity as a holy priest for more than 65 years.
II.
During the wake of my mother, a few months ago, my brother Jonathan and his wife (living in America) gave me a book titled “Living Life as a Thank You,” by Nina Lesowitz and Mary Beth Sammons (Published in the United States by Viva Editions). I thought it was just a cutie little book and a book so easy to read; but then, I found out it gave the reader subtle reminders of what life was about: small and big miracles from Father God. Even the world’s famous people like Einstein and John F. Kennedy never forget to give thanks.
We can hear many people say “Thank you” for what others have done for them ( though still others forgot to utter it). Then people would look at the person who said thank you, and wonder “Why?”
III.
“Yes!” to the will of God and leaving the comfort of his country, Father Aveni learned the Filipino language, lived in the Philippines (since the 70’s) to mentor other priests, brothers, seminarians, and some aspirants.
The last time I saw him and held his hand was after the mass celebrated weeks ago before he died; he was in his wheelchair with a nurse. Those weeks were some weeks after my mother’s death. In my heart I was insistent to kiss Father Aveni’s hand. And so, I had this chance to kiss. There I felt peace. I knew he understood me when I looked at him and all those things I wanted to ask him; or so to hug him, if like any Pope or on behalf of Pope Benedict XVI or a father.
Truly, the “Rogate” in Father Aveni’s body depicts a praying man’s silhouette. His head is bowed, his neck stooped, his body curved nearly kneeling in humility, and his hands often clasped together for God. His voice firm with no fear of wrong speech or mispronunciation. His goal is only to pray and share the gospel.
I thank God and Saint Hannibal for the privilege of knowing him. For being a witness how he has lived a life of joy in God’s will in the words he always uttered, “Thank you.”
I know I will miss him everyday after the masses.
And who would say “Thank you to everyone,” that would always be remembered.
Please bring my prayers for the living
And the dead to Jesus and Mama Mary.
Kisses Father Aveni, bye for now.
Father Joseph Aveni is a Rogationist priest.
Rosalinda Flores - Martinez
IShallWrite
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7:10pm Philippines
Submit Date: Thursday, July 29, 2010
Why Father Aveni Always Said “Thank You”
“Thank you.” Father Aveni always said “Thank you,” to everyone; I didn’t know what for.
After the masses I could see him thanking other priests (younger than him). He was always radiating with tranquility and steadfastness. Despite the sickness that pained his body (he was sick of cancer), he tried to celebrate masses and struggled for a lucid voice to preach the words of God. He always knelt down after the masses when he was still strong. He prayed earnestly and I could not explain why I desired to look at him pray.
Father Aveni died serving God and praying for us at 92.
He lived a life of simplicity - tucking himself in the seminary to teach Latin and Italian subjects. Away from the lime light, he got contented to be a good listener and spectator clapping his hands and watching school programs.
I could see him wearing black boots or sandals. On his wrist was a silver watch (probably to be tight with his schedules), on one hand a book, and on another a rosary. He was prudent and in him came gentle peace and a crown of dignity as a holy priest for more than 65 years.
II.
During the wake of my mother, a few months ago, my brother Jonathan and his wife (living in America) gave me a book titled “Living Life as a Thank You,” by Nina Lesowitz and Mary Beth Sammons (Published in the United States by Viva Editions). I thought it was just a cutie little book and a book so easy to read; but then, I found out it gave the reader subtle reminders of what life was about: small and big miracles from Father God. Even the world’s famous people like Einstein and John F. Kennedy never forget to give thanks.
We can hear many people say “Thank you” for what others have done for them ( though still others forgot to utter it). Then people would look at the person who said thank you, and wonder “Why?”
III.
“Yes!” to the will of God and leaving the comfort of his country, Father Aveni learned the Filipino language, lived in the Philippines (since the 70’s) to mentor other priests, brothers, seminarians, and some aspirants.
The last time I saw him and held his hand was after the mass celebrated weeks ago before he died; he was in his wheelchair with a nurse. Those weeks were some weeks after my mother’s death. In my heart I was insistent to kiss Father Aveni’s hand. And so, I had this chance to kiss. There I felt peace. I knew he understood me when I looked at him and all those things I wanted to ask him; or so to hug him, if like any Pope or on behalf of Pope Benedict XVI or a father.
Truly, the “Rogate” in Father Aveni’s body depicts a praying man’s silhouette. His head is bowed, his neck stooped, his body curved nearly kneeling in humility, and his hands often clasped together for God. His voice firm with no fear of wrong speech or mispronunciation. His goal is only to pray and share the gospel.
I thank God and Saint Hannibal for the privilege of knowing him. For being a witness how he has lived a life of joy in God’s will in the words he always uttered, “Thank you.”
I know I will miss him everyday after the masses.
And who would say “Thank you to everyone,” that would always be remembered.
Please bring my prayers for the living
And the dead to Jesus and Mama Mary.
Kisses Father Aveni, bye for now.
Father Joseph Aveni is a Rogationist priest.
Rosalinda Flores - Martinez
IShallWrite
RoseVoc2
7:10pm Philippines
Submit Date: Thursday, July 29, 2010
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