A Tribute to Walter Matthews, Retired Director
from Johnny Bertucci
Former NSC Chairperson, 2015-2018
As a former member and chairperson of the National Service Committee, I had the privilege of working alongside Walter Matthews for nine years. I know Walter to be a person of dee faith whose life reflects the gospel he preaches. He is quick to forgive and quick to love. He has encyclopedic knowledge of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal. Our relationship blends a mixture of my Southern culture and his Northern roots. My fondest memory of our time together was during a visit to the Vatican Museum where Walter drew from his vast knowledge to explain to me all the nuances of the artwork. When I reflect on the many years of Walters dedicated service this scripture comes to mind from Psalm 115: Not to us, O Lord, not to us, but to thy name give glory, for the sake of thy steadfast love and thy faithfulness!
