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TOP MOM LaPlace woman receives Catholic award for commitment to family and faith
BY EVA JACOB BARKOFF
Contributing writer
Jeanne Ory is shy by nature. So, a few weeks ago, when she heard her name announced at Mass at St. Joan of Arc Church in LaPlace as this year’s Regina Matrum award winner, Ory was stunned. “When my name was called, the church erupted in applause,” Ory said. “I just kept my head down and sat in the pew for a few minutes. Then, when someone handed me a bouquet, I buried my head in
the flowers. I am still stunned.” The annual honor, sponsored by the Archdiocese of New Orleans, is given to a woman who exemplifies outstanding Catholic motherhood and her commitment to faith, family and community. Ory was presented with the award May 12 at a special Mass celebrated by Archbishop Gregory Aymond. She and her husband, Robert, have 10 children, ranging in age from 52 to 34. They also have 30 grandchildren.
“When we were first married, we didn’t plan on having a big family,” Ory said. “At some point, a decision was made to expand our family, and God has blessed us with these wonderful children.” As with any large family, there were some bumps along the way. STAFF PHOTO BY BRETT DUKE “One of the challenges of a big Jeanne Ory stands in front of a wall filled with photos of her children at family is to try to be with one anher home in LaPlace. other as much as possible,” Ory said. “Spending time such as all of us having meals together ... (leads of the most important things to me an active parishioner at St. Joan to) learning from each other and as a parent and as a mother.” ä See MOM, page 2G talking to one another. That’s one Over the years, Ory has been
Happy house guests STAFF PHOTO BY SOPHIA GERMER
The experiences gained by living in a home can translate into a dog or cat becoming more adoptable.
Summer is a great time to foster a pet. It could help them get adopted. STAFF PHOTOS BY SOPHIA GERMER
Volunteers from the New Orleans Saints and Blue Plate Mayo who helped with the home refurbishment sit down to crawfish.
Rebuilding — and eating Rebuilding Together New Orleans’ recently brought together volunteers and other community members for a big two-part event. First came making repairs, including exterior painting, shutter installation and deck staining, at the Gentilly home of Alma Dixon. Volunteers included employees from Blue Plate Mayo and the New Orleans Saints. Next, the fundraiser boil included plenty of mudbugs and games.
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Summer is rough for shelter pets. The days are long, and the walks are short — mostly because the ground is too hot for paws and shelters tend to be very low on volunteers this time of year. Many pets are also surrendered Traci during the sumHowerton mer months, and ANIMAL foot traffic to RESCUE meet adoptable pets often slows significantly. We also are at the height of kitten season, and the number of pets of all ages needing homes is at an all-time high and rising daily. With limited kennels and so many animals in our area in need, it’s a great time to consider fostering. Shelters and rescues depend on fosters all year long, and foster homes are always needed for cats and dogs of all ages. In the summer, the need intensifies. The bottom line: Fostering helps pets get adopted. Foster families give animals the chance to experience a home
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