Hi Everyone --

Below is a link to Fr. John's final OSM Youtube video.  For those who've watched these videos before, we remember when it was "Operation Safe Mode", and then later shifting to "Operation Salvation Mode".  For those not familiar yet with OSM, you will be greatly rewarded as you watch them!

Via OSM, Fr. John shepherded us through the trying times of the pandemic, when we were unable to celebrate Mass in person -- he celebrated Mass for us virtually and kept our parishes strong.  He witnessed to us through the announcement of his pancreatic cancer, showing courage, humility, strength and devotion.  And his spiritual updates inspired so many who had their own crosses they were bearing.

It's comforting to know that these videos will remain on Youtube and they'll be a continual example of Fr. John's faithfulness that we can enjoy and appreciate.

https://jam15642.flocknote.com/note/28552494/video/555027231

Additionally, for those who've asked about the schedules of the Mass celebrants at the parishes that Fr. John will now serve (St. Margaret Mary, St. Joseph, St. Mary of Czestochwa, and St. Joseph), the New Kensington Catholic Community bulletins list the schedules each week and can be found at:

https://www.newkensingtoncatholic.org

Finally, let us pray for Fr. John, Fr. Ken Zaccagnini and his pastoral staff, and all our brothers and sisters in the New Ken and Lower Burrell Catholic Community, as well as our Immaculate Conception and Elizabeth Ann Seton flocks!

Thanks, rgrds, chris

Chris Peta

412-916-8030