I guess, if you really want to make God laugh, tell him your plans!!! I was ordained on June 23rd, 2001 and have been blessed to have been assigned and remained at my home Parish, St. Agnes and then after our merger Precious Blood Parish. First, Thanks to God, Our Blessed Mother, Mary, St. Anne, and St Infant Jesus of Prague among other Saints for a Blessed Ministry. It would take pages and pages to mention by name everyone who supported me in my ministry. My family-my wife Barbara, my children, Nick jr., Cindy, grandchildren-Samantha, Isabella, Patrick, Son-in-law Rob, Late daughter-in-law Regina (RIP). Fr. Callahan (RIP) and Deacon Richard Sennett who encouraged me to apply to the Diaconate. (and their support). Fr. Aidan Donahue, our Pastor, who invited me to continue when our Parishes merged. Fr. Aidan who was also one of my teachers in Diaconate formation, Deacon John, St. Joseph Men’s Society, Ladies Guild, Knights of Columbus, and all those that helped me as I served in my ministry. All the Priests that I have come to known and have supported me. Of late Fr. Deny, Fr. Sam, Fr. Lijo, Fr. Alan. Importantly, all of you, our parishioners who showed me much kindness and love. (And laughed at my funny stories.) I am blessed to say that I am not going anywhere, at least I don’t think so. (Tell God your plans if you want to make him laugh.) I will continue to assist in whatever way I am able to do. There is a known “Mantra” that tells us about God. It goes like this, I say, “God is good” and you reply “All the time” Then I say, “All the time,” and you reply “God is good.” He is good, despite all the challenges he sends to us. Everything we have is a gift from God. Please know that you are all in my prayers and will continue to be so. May God Bless You Always.

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