Tom Vander Woude Guild
Newsletter # 11
May 25, 2025
This month, another major step has been completed. Bishop Burbidge has authorized Art Bennett, who served as President and CEO of Catholic Charities for the Diocese of Arlington for a decade, to assume the role of Vice-Postulator for Tom’s Cause. In this capacity, Mr. Bennett will collaborate closely with the Postulator in Rome, Dr. Waldery Hilgeman. Recently, members of the Guild’s Board, together with Mr. Bennett, convened with Msgr. deLadurantaye to delineate our respective roles and responsibilities.
Also, this month, another Board Member was added to the Guild. John Paul Vander Woude is now the sixth member of the Guild’s Board. John Paul, one of Tom’s grandsons, along with Tom’s son Christopher Vander Woude will enhance the continuity and remembrance of Tom’s heroic virtues, faith in God, and self-sacrificing service to those in need.
Guild members have begun speaking engagements to “spread the word” regarding Tom and his Cause; what the next steps are; and what is needed to succeed in the “making of a Saint”.
We are also beginning to receive your generous and sustaining donations. The donations will be needed, not only to continue our efforts in promoting Tom’s Cause, but also to help support the Cause during both the Diocesan Phase, as well as the Roman Phases, which can become costly. Especially regarding the investigation of miracles.
The diocese began the formal process with the approval of the Postulator and his fees. He will now prepare the official Petition. It is important that the laity do their job too.
Forward or share this newsletter with your family and friends. It’s easy – PLEASE DO IT. One or more of them might know a story or two about Tom that could be used in his petition.
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Send us any stories of:
Tom’s “Prayer Favors” that were answered for you or a friend.
Christian service to his church, community, yourself, or a loved one.
Stories of his faith and/or reputation of his holiness.
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Tell your pastor about the Cause and ask to host a group presentation at your church, women’s group, KofC Council, veteran’s group, etc. We are happy to support – just contact us via email at: in**@******ld.org
Make a tax-deductible donation via our website or directly to our following address. We promise that we will protect your donation and use it wisely for the encouragement and support of Tom’s Cause.
Our Sincere blessings to you all, Keith Henderson, Board Chairman