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Abbot Isaac, O.S.B., hands Saint Benedict medals to Saint Leo Abbey's newest oblate novices during ceremonies April 3, 2016
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Abbot Isaac conducts final oblation ceremonies for the 2016 oblates of Saint Leo Abbey.
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Two theology students who participate in the oblate program.
Brian, a visitor, came from Gainesville.
We will see you again in October.
A wonderful oblate family came from Miami with their daughter
Mike Fonfara, a 2016 oblate!
Two visitors came from Miami.
A new 2016 oblate
Beth and her husband George have been working on the oblate volunteer program among other projects.
And another new 2016 oblate
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| Mark and Paul are also new 2016 oblates |
The oblates brought delicious food, drinks, and desserts to share. Thank you to everyone who brought something for the picnic. A list of planning items for next year is being made. If you have any suggestions for improvements, email stleooblates@gmail.com
Thanks Linda
And perfect hamburgers and hot dogs.
Saint Leo Abbey has the added benefit of an excellent abbey kitchen staff.
Here are two who worked all day on the day of the picnic. Thank you.
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Unexpected, but timely help |
Thank you James
Thank you Joe
Thank you Allison
Thank you Jeri
Lord let me dwell in your word
and in your precepts is my soul is secure.
Thank you John for those great pics! Everyone seems to have had a great time. I wish I could have celebrated with you but it was not meant to be. Next year! Bless you all. Kathy
ReplyDeleteHi Kathy, you were missed at the oblate ceremonies and the picnic. After all the rain on Saturday the weather could not have been better.
ReplyDeleteThanks for all the great photos. I am still basking in the glory of the day! See you in May!
ReplyDeleteHi Jackie, congratulations. It's a good group of 2016 oblates.
ReplyDeleteWe're a fine group for certain aren't we?!
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