Father Bob arrived at St. Rose as a force of light and compassion; and from that moment, over 20 years ago, we knew that our parish and school were blessed and we were safe. His caring ways, and the little things he does to make others feel special reach more and more people every year. We have prayed with him, celebrated with him, cried with him, and leaned on him over the years; and we were honored to be there when he was named a Monsignor. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of his ordination is celebrating him and all his goodness and the difference he has made in the many, many lives he has touched. It is also a time for showing gratitude for all the lessons, love, and laughs he has given to us.

Monsignor is a rock star at St. Rose School; and while he is known for the trips across the street for ice cream; when you ask the children the reasons they love him so much; of course there is the mention of ice cream, after all to children a treat with someone they love is a big deal; but, they have so much more to say.

"He always has inspiring stories and lessons to tell."

"Monsignor is generous to our school, teachers, and even people he doesn't know."

We hope he realizes the huge impact he has on these young lives, the inspiration he gives to them as a role model; remember children don't miss a thing, even if you think they aren't paying attention.

"He makes every mass better than the last. He always makes me want to listen to his interesting homilies. I love his little jokes when he is walking down the left side of the church."

"He always tells what we as Catholics should do to make the world a better place."

Don't worry Monsignor they haven't missed a thing when you are around; and you couldn't be loved more than you are by our students, past and present!

"I love how inspiring you are because whenever we don't want to do something, we want to do it because of you!"