I recently returned from Joliet, Ill. where I was able to visit with my old friends, The Sisters Of St. St. Francis in Joliet. I spoke at the Joliet Rotary Club about my book and was able to tell my story. The most rewarding thing I have found while giving these speeches is that I am able to say how [...]
After 11 years, Beth, my two daughters, and I finally saw our dream of building a lodge at St. Francis Lodge finally become a reality. It was a special day indeed when three Sisters Of St. Francis from Joliet, IL came to the Dedication May 29th of the Jack Weinmann Family Memorial Guest Quarters at St. Francis Lodge. Sister Albert [...]
For those of you who have read my book, "Did I ever thank you, Sister?", you know I was raised in the early 1960's by Catholic Nuns in an orphanage in Joliet, IL. from when I was eight years old until I left for Boys Town in Nebraska at age 14 in 1968. While I lived with the Nuns I [...]
Dear Friends: As many of you know, the official dedication of the "Jack Weinmann Family Memorial Guest Quarters" at St. Francis Lodge on beautiful Lake George is set for Saturday, May 29th, 2010. Finally, after 11 years, and a lot of prayers and kindness of so many wonderful people who have supported this mission, we will be ready to host [...]
Beth and I have spent the last 12 months working on completing the guest quarters at St. Francis Lodge. This summer, it will be completed and we will have a beautiful family place that we will all be able to enjoy for the rest of our lives. Also, we will be able to share it with Nuns and others we [...]
St. Francis Lodge Lake George, MN www.saldileo.com/stfrancislodge (612) 382-3582 Dear Friends In Christ: After 11 years, we have almost completed our project at St.Francis Lodge. This winter we have worked deligently on completing the "Jack Weinmann Family Memorial Guest Quarters" at St.Francis Lodge. With the completion of the "walk-out quarters" (basement level) this month, we will have three bedrooms, three [...]
After 11 years, we have almost completed our project at St.Francis Lodge. This winter we have worked deligently on completing the "Jack Weinmann Family Memorial Guest Quarters" at St.Francis Lodge. With the completion of the "walk-out quarters" (basement level) this month, we will have three bedrooms, three baths, a full kitchen and a kitchenette in our little lodge that will [...]
I am so pleased and grateful that Bud Grant, the former Minnesota Vikings Coach, who has been a wonderful friend to my family and personal mentor to me over the past 20+ years has agreed to sign and number 100 collectible copies of my book. Bud, as he has over so many years is helping me out. These 100 numbered [...]
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In the past year I have spoken at Rotary, Lions, and Kiwanis Clubs in the Minnesota region and my message is simple. My life is an example of the difference they make. I was raised in an orphanage from 8 until 18 and the Lions, Rotary, Kiwanis and other civic organizations who gave to us made a big impact. My [...]