It was a nostalgic mass for many who were present today at OLGC Parish for 6:30 am Mass. Many faithful parishioners trudged their way through morning traffic to participate in Daily Mass, which was presided by the lovable retired priest Father Jack Niland. There were many happy faces were lit up by his comforting prescence. However, many of us have seen how much he has changed over the past year due to his condition.I will always remember Father Jack through his memorable homilies. But today's homily was probably the most touching of all, with the exception of his encounter with other retired priests in New York. He extended his gratitude to all the parishioners of OLGC parish and the Faculty, Staff and Students of OLGC School: for our prayers, well wishes and love. He also stated that even though he isn't "cured" of his condition, he is definitely healed by our community. "I don't remember places," as Father Jack quoted about his visit to Guam and Hawaii, "I remember faces."
To Father Jack: We will forever remember you in our hearts, and we love you very much!
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Fr. Jack taught me so much about life and about what it means to be a man striving for holiness.
It has been such a blessing to have him back here at OLGC even if only for a few days!
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