WISDOM SEEKERS

Anna and Sr. Angela recently celebrated their 100th Birthdays while Fr. Poché celebrated his 90th Birthday.

Anna has lived her entire life in New Orleans and lost everything when Hurri-

cane Katrina ravaged her 9th Ward home. She attended Palmer Elementary,

Washington Elementary, and graduated from John McDonogh High School.

Maw Maw, as she is known by her family, has three children, eight grandchil-

dren and 11 great-grandchildren. Anna has been a resident at Our Lady of Wis-

dom since 2006.

Sr. Angela was raised on a farm with seven brothers and remem-

bers picking cotton. She has two first cousins who were nuns

and she entered the convent in 1932. Sr. Angela is a Sister of the

Immaculate Conception and a member of the Cajun Diocesan

Order. Other than Sr. Angela, there are only two other Sisters of

the Immaculate Conception left: Sr. Elizabeth Bourg and Sr. Jerome Blank, who also happen to be residents

at Our Lady of Wisdom. Sr. Angela has been a resident at Our Lady of Wisdom since 2002.

Fr. Poché is the oldest of eight brothers and was born on his

grandfather’s tobacco plantation in St. James Parish. He attended

Jesuit High School in New Orleans and entered The Society of

Jesus at 17. He taught at Jesuit High School in Dallas and spent

the latter part of his career teaching at Loyola University in New

Orleans. Fr. Poché has been a resident at Our Lady of Wisdom

since 2013 and regularly says Mass at the facility.

Birthday Celebrations

OUR LADY OF WISDOM HEALTHCARE CENTER

May 2015

Anna Zimmer Meynier

Sr. Angela Bergeron

Fr. Louis Poché, S.J.

BUBBLES, BRUNCH & BINGO

Our Spring Fundraiser was a great success. On

Saturday, April 25th, residents, family mem-

bers, friends and staff enjoyed a Bubbles,

Brunch & Bingo. Before the games started, all

enjoyed mimosas and brunch. We played ten

regular games where winners received prize

baskets worth up to $250. The final game was

for a 50/50 pot where the winner took home

$225.

Thanks to all who participated, donated and vol-

unteered for this important event. The money

made on this event will be used to purchase “wall

art” to complement the new common-area furni-

ture on order. Keep your eyes and ears open; we will have a similar event in the Fall.

RESIDENT & FAMILY SPOTLIGHT

Memorial Mass, in the Chapel, 4:00 PM Saturday, May 30th

Please check our Website regularly for all upcoming activities and events. Also, check out

our Photo Gallery to see more of our wonderful residents, family members and staff.

www.olwhealth.org

UPCOMING EVENTS

MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

Our next Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday,

May 30, 2015 at 4:00 in the Chapel to remember

our faithful departed residents.

Ruth Thomas Shirley Perrien

John Breithaupt Dennis Carrero

Carmen Craig Peggy Guccione

Marlene Laudumiey James Gaudet

Sr. Marie Therese Laborie, M.S.C.

Fr. Francis Ferrier, S.J.

Sr. Teresita Rivet, O.S.U.

REMEMBRANCES

LONG-TIME HAIR DRESSERS RETIRE

Henrietta Martin (on the left) and Mary Ann Hebert

(on the right), our longtime hair dressers, recently

retired. A surprise party was given in their honor for

our residents and staff to say goodbye. They’re all

smiles on the right with Bob Laster, Administrator,

and below with Fr. Michael Burke, O.P., a volunteer

with our Pastoral Care department.

Another leaf has fallen, another soul has gone. But still we have God’s promises, in every robin’s song. For he is in His heaven, and though He takes away, He always leaves to mortals, the bright sun’s kindly ray. He leaves the fragrant blossoms, and lovely forest, green. And gives us new found comfort, when we on Him we lean.

EASTER EGG HUNT

EASTER PLAY—THE LAST SUPPER

TWO ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS RECOGNIZED

ST. JOSEPH’S DAY ALTAR

Fr. Leo Nicoll, S.J., blesses our St. Joseph’s Day Altar

on March 19th. Residents, family members and staff

enjoyed donated breads, cakes and cookies. Lucky

beans and prayer cards were also distributed.

Thanks to all who donated their time, talent, or gifts

for this very special celebration.

Blessed are you St. Joseph, witness of the glory of

God here on earth!

Blessed and glorified be God who chose you!

Blessed and glorified be the Son who obeyed you!

Blessed and glorified be the Holy Spirit who sancti-

fied you!

Most Blessed be Mary who loved you!

Denise Davis, DON (center), along

with the nursing supervisors, recent-

ly celebrated Administrative Profes-

sionals Day by honoring two very

special employees. Ward Clerks

Debbie Williams (center-left) and

Ruthie Anderson (center-right) were

given a flower bouquet and personal

gifts from the management team in

appreciation for all they do through-

out the year. “Our residents and fel-

low staff members are so fortunate

to have you two ladies on our team.

Your continued hard work and dedication reflects our Vision, Mission and Core Values,” Denise told to the

group.

DAYS & NIGHTS FULL OF SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

VISION STATEMENT

Our Lady of Wisdom Healthcare Center envisions residents attain-ing their highest quality of life.

MISSION STATEMENT

Our Lady of Wisdom Healthcare Center, faithful to its Catholic identi-ty, is a welcoming community em-bracing holistic care in a compas-sionate environment. Committed to working together, we further the healing ministry of Jesus and place our residents at the center of care.

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MASSES

Liturgy 11:00 am Sunday-Saturday

Special Intentions

Memorial Remembrances Memorial Services

Contact: Sr. Catherine Riggs, O. Carm. Director of Pastoral Care. 504-304-5434 Pastoral.care@olowhealth.org

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Board of Directors

Sr. Ellen Kron, D.C. (Chair)

Sr. Rose Weidenbenner, R.S.M. (Vice-Chair)

Mr. Evans Schmidt (Secretary-Treasurer)

Sr. Gretchen Dysart, M.S.C.

Fr. Tony Rauschuber, S.J.

Sr. Stephanie Miller, R.S.M.

Deacon Terry Manieri, Archdiocese

Fr. Jorge Rativa, O.P.

Mr. David Bindewald

Ms. Mary (Mitzi) Labadot

Mr. Louis Negrotto

Sr. Lena Collins, O. Carm.

Sr. Angeline Magro, O.P.

Mr. Bob Laster, Administrator

GIFT SHOP HOURS Monday: 1:00—3:00 PM

Tuesday: 2:00—4:00 PM

Wednesday: 1:30—4:30 PM

Thursday: Volunteer Needed

Friday: 9:00—12:00 PM

PLEASE CALL AHEAD, ALL TIMES SUBJECT TO

CHANGE DUE TO VOLUNTEER AVAILABILITY.

5600 General de Gaulle Dr. New Orleans, LA 70131-7247