[David Matzko, SJ on the right. On the left, moi… in cassocks in 1967]
Yes, I entered the Jesuit Novitiate at St. Bonifacius, MN with 18 other young men on September 1, 1967.
Who knows where the time goes?
During the next week, and beginning this afternoon, I will post a series of videos reflecting on my vocation and vocations within a vocation.
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You’ve only just begun! In the words of Dylan and through the voice of Baez … “May you sta aaa aaaay Forever Young”!
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Ha! Good quote, Mary.
Ya know, I’m just basically content. What a concept, eh?
So, if Dylan and Baez can keep going, why not me? Blessings! –roc,sj
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Heartfelt wishes and congratulations on this joyful day
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THanks Anne & John!
Who’dathunk, eh? 50 years?
So many blessings, though – like you two! –roc,sj
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Impossible that it’s 50 years. Congratulations and blessings to you. You still have that youthful twinkle in your eye!!
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Hey, Carla, yeah youthful enough.
And… the obvious… it sucks that Stock isn’t here to celebrate.
Damn
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Congratulations Roc. We are blessed by your vocation. You are a gift to so many of us.
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Thank you, Marjorie! I’m blest to know you and Larry.
Who ever thought we’d live this long when we were young? Geez! –roc,sj
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Happy Anniversary in the Lord’s service!!
Your long time Italian NY friend!
Sal Rendina
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Thank you, Sal! Yes, I still remember you. It’s been a few years, eh?
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Not possible! You are just a kid 😊Congratulations and blessings from Jim and Kathy
Keep Jim in your prayers. Aortic valve replacement on Tuesday, the long awaited back surgery in 3 weeks.
😘
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Thanks, Kathy & Jim. I will pray for Jim tomorrow at noon Mass & next Tuesday am as well.
God bless you both. I miss you and wish you well! –roc,sj
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