A Truly Fitting Memorial for John

This past weekend, St. Joseph's Parish in Morganza celebrated the 150th anniversary of the church building (the parish dates back to the 17th century, shortly after the founding of Maryland). In preparation of this anniversary, much of the artwork was restored in the church. In addition, a new altar and pulpit were installed. The altar was just blessed by the Archbishop on Pentecost Sunday.

John's mom & dad are fortunate to have been able to contribute the pulpit in JW's memory. This seemed fitting in so many ways -- it is not only the spot from which John's dad has the honor of proclaiming God's Word as a lector at Mass, but it is also the spot from which he delivered John's eulogy -- an obligation which no father wants to endure but is obligated to fulfill nonetheless.

For generations to come, people who see the pulpit and hear the Word of God proclaimed from it will know that John William loved and was loved.