Father Sebastian Schalk, O.Praem. is treasurer of the Norbertine
Priory of St. Moses the Black in Raymond. He celebrates the weekly
Spanish Mass at Jackson St. Peter Cathedral and twice a month in Yazoo City.

+ Last book read — “Prepared for Every Good Work” by Dr. Jean van Stratum
+ Favorite book — Bible
+ Favorite male saint — Martin de Porres
+ Favorite female saint — Rose of Lima
+ Favorite city to visit — Arvada, Colo.
+ My hobby or hobbies — Experimenting with physical things
+ Person I’d like to invite to dinner — The Mazy family
+ On my 75th birthday I’ll eat — “Been there, done that, I’m now 86”
+ Most enjoyable holiday — Christmas
+ Most cherished religious article — Mexican crucifix
+ Favorite place to pray — St. Norbert Abbey Church, DePere, Wis.
+ When do I pray — Various times every day
+ Favorite artist or work of art — Works of Charles Russell
+ Favorite childhood memory — Playing tuba in high school band
+ Favorite class in high school — Greek
+ Who influenced my vocation — Father Oscar Winninghoff
+ Favorite season — Autumn
+ Favorite type of music — Marches
+ Best part of job as a priest — Celebrate Mass
+ Best blessing — Opportunity to serve in Peru
+ Greatest challenge — The novitiate
+ Do you have a wish — To be able to communicate better with people

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