Miscellaneous & Prayer Requests
Spring 2008
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Rest In Peace
Fr. Vincent Spinos,
T.O.R.
September 27,
1924�May 12, 2008
For over half of
his life Fr. Vincent ministered among the people of Minnesota.
Until he left Minnesota last summer, he provided sacramental help to
neighboring parishes in Minneapolis. A Memorial Mass was held at
St. Bridget Church, Minneapolis, on May 21st.
Over 250 people gathered for the celebration and prominent among
them were the members of the Sandkamp family. Fr. Vincent came to
know many members of their family during his years at St. Patrick�s
in Inver Grove Heights. The Sandkamp family presented the gifts at
the Mass. Many young adults who remember Fr. Vincent from their
childhood days at school attended. A fitting tribute to a dedicated
friar.
Blessing of
Crucifix and Stations of the Cross
Fr. Christopher
Panagoplos, T.O.R.
May,
beneath azure blue skies, Friars, friends and benefactors gathered
on the grounds of St. Bernardine Monastery to bless and dedicate a
Crucifix and a set of outdoor Stations of the Cross. The
celebration concluded in the grove of Pine Trees with Benediction of
the Blessed Sacrament. A reception for the nearly 100 guests was
held on the Stone Patio. The Secular Franciscans from Mary, Queen
of Angels Fraternity in Altoona served cold drinks and home-made
cookies.
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From Fr.
Peter Chavez, T.O.R.
Upon reading the
March Newsletter, I was attracted to a photo of Fr. Damian, T.O.R. I
was returned in memory to 1947 at Highland Hall Prep School. Fr. Damian
(Doc) was the infirmarian for the candidates some 32 in number. His
kindness made him the most sought person in the Hall. He was available
24/7. I will never forget the time I ate green apples in the backyard,
while playing baseball. I got so sick that Fr. Damian had to keep watch
over me through the night. Doc Damian will always be remembered for his
great spirit, of service, and joy. May he enjoy eternal rest!
Fr. Seamus Corcoran, T.O.R.
receives the key to the Church of Immaculate Conception from Bishop
Alberto Martinez. This parish was ministered for many years by the
TOR�s in San Stanislao. The outgoing pastor, Juan Aquilino Duarte
looks on.
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