Friars on the Move
Br. Norbert Bertram (standing) visits friars Cyprian Berens, Valens Waldschmidt and their nurse at Little Sisters of the Poor
Br. Norbert is one busy friar
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Br. Norbert has always taken time to visit with the senior friars. It’s something he enjoys. That’s probably why he is the perfect fit and is now “officially” overseeing the Office of Senior Friars. This is in addition to his current responsibilities at the St Anthony Shrine as Sacristan, handyman and the person who lights the many candles for our benefactors.
Fr. Simeon is comforted by Br. Norbert and his caregiver
“I am humbled that I have the opportunity to care for these good men who gave many years of service to the people of God and our community in so many different ways. They bless me by their patience, prayer life and gratitude for the interest and care I give them.” say Br. Norbert.
It does take up a lot of Norbert’s time mainly because there are so many friars in two different nursing homes at this time. Two at Little Sisters of the Poor and twelve at St. Margaret Hall. Somehow, Br. Norbert manages to figure out how to get it all done.
That is in part because he is well supported by the generosity of Br. Bill Spond, Br. Phillips Robinette, Br. Marcel Groth, and Br. Ken Beetz who are always willing to transport friars to the doctor or other appointments when needed. It’s a team effort.
Br Norbert will get a bit of a break later this summer when Br. Jerry Beetz will begin working closely with him helping to care for our retired friars.
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Would you like to support our retired and infirm friars? When you donate to the Franciscans you can choose Retired Friars under Use My Gift For: below the Donation Amount.
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