Reggie brought a letter to class one summer afternoon 2002 -- JPII to a bishop (?) -- to see Latin in use. Told us not to "spit or drool" on it since it was ready to mail out.
“In 1978, after JP II was elected, he has to sign his first document, and he writes a big long loopy ‘J’ as the first letter. Now we all look at each other, and send the thing back. We say ‘We’re very sorry but there’s no ‘J’ in Latin, your Holiness." https://t.co/bvJNdrJZbs
Lux perpetua luceat Reginaldo Thomae Foster, 1939-2020.
Of all the elders in my life the three most influential were my mother, my father, and in the third place Reginaldus. Read some Latin in his honor tonight. #ReginaldFoster
JCL Readathon to feature Homer's Odyssey this year, virtually. Details how to sign up coming soon.
Meantime, enjoy this funny wrap-up Homer's other epic:
https://t.co/cjyoCCMV9o
Blankets, a table, ropes, and a fake chicken: JCL historian Karla ('23) earns SUMMA rating for her "quarantine art" entry at NJCL (virtual) convention.
Marist JCL hosted young scholars for Mythopaloosa VIII, Sat Feb 1. Graphic arts, quiz bowl, creative writing, and the voyage of Aeneas. Good luck on the National Mythology Exam, everyone!
Missa Latina WED 8 AM in the Chapel. Fr Ellerman ('58) was celebrant, with Fr Kenney. D.C. Coleman ('20) gave a beautiful reflection: ESTOTE FACTORES VERBI.
JCL took caroling on the road for musical therapy at the rehab center. Popular favorites: Adeste Fideles, Jingle Bell Rock, and Frosty the Snowman. Words from a wise soul there: The Christmas spirit is wherever your heart is.