A Couple of Inspirations: Dorothy and Sal Calabrese

Dorothy & Sal Calabrese

 

For the past three years, Ss. Robert and William Catholic Parish has presented the “Alleluia Award” given in remembrance of Sr. Dorothy Kazel, an Ursuline Sister, who lived and breathed the Gospel and who was tragically murdered in El Salvador.

The recipients of  this year's award are Dorothy and Salvatore Calabrese. They were honored with a plaque and a social on Saturday, December 1, 2012 at the parish.

Dorothy and Sal have been members of this institution since 1967. They have had countless family celebrations at this church including their children’s First Holy Communion, Confirmation, weddings of their daughters and one of their sons, and even the Baptism of some of their great grandchildren. 

Forty-five years has not weakened their commitment to the parish. When asked why they continue to make this strong commitment to Ss. Robert and William Parish, Dorothy states, “It makes us feel good. We feel like we are a part of the parish and parish life.” She offers this advice to those who may be shy about becoming involved. “Just start. Find some small thing that you can become involved in.”

Thank you, Sal and Dorothy Calabrese. You are two inspirations who also live and breathe the Gospel.

(Mary O'Neill also contributed to the article).

Ellen Ivory

Euclid Chamber of Commerce Trustee, Euclid Hospital Leadership Council, Euclid Symphony Orchestra Trustee

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Volume 3, Issue 11, Posted 10:05 AM, 12.18.2012