Christmas Greetings 2001
Warm Christmas Greetings To All:
I hope all is well for you, your families and those you love. I happy to report that I am well and having a good experience teaching Spanish at Archbishop Curley High School in Baltimore.
I often think of the many wonderful people I met during my two years in Costa Rica. I sure do miss being there and frequently reminisce about that beautiful country and so many people there who became so special to me. It is hard to believe that I left Costa Rica over a year ago.
While in Costa Rica I was given the Spanish nickname “Teo” (pronounced “tay-oh”) which is really the last part of “Timoteo,” my name in Spanish. The people there would also address me with the title “Fray” (pronounced “fry”) which is the Spanish equivalent of “Friar.” And so I was known as “Fray Teo.” I’ve continued to use the name as I’ve worked with Spanish people here in the States, and now that I am teaching Spanish.
When I returned from Costa Rica, I had the pleasure of spending six months working with the Spanish-speaking community of Saint Philip Benizi Parish in Jonesboro, Georgia. I enjoyed my time there, and I often remember those people in thought and prayer. I look forward to the day when I will be able to go back to Georgia for a visit.
I must be honest and admit that I continue to be in a “New York State of Mind.” I’ve never quite gotten over my departure from Brooklyn–an event that happened more than three years ago! Since September 11th, I have really felt like a displaced New Yorker. Given the tragedy, it has been difficult for me to see so many news reports about New York and the people there. During this difficult time, I have often wanted to be in The City with those who are so dear to me. Fortunately, because I’m not that far away, I have been able to go back to New York for a number of short visits. I long for the day when I can return to live again in my “adopted home town.”
If I have not sent it to you already, here is my current address and phone number:
Fr. Timothy P.
Dore, OFM Conv. (Fray Teo)
Immaculate Heart
of Mary Friary
4220 Erdman Avenue
Baltimore,
Maryland 21213‑2697
Email:
frayteo@yahoo.com
Telephone 410‑485‑5511
(before 9:30PM)
You may also dial 410‑485‑5000, extension 289, to be connected directly to my voice mail.
Have a Blessed Christmas Season, and a Very Happy New Year!
Paz y bien,
