[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 131 (Monday, September 19, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E]
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[Congressional Record: September 19, 1994]
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MSGR. JOHN YURCISIN CELEBRATES THE GOLDEN JUBILEE OF HIS ORDINATION TO 
                             THE PRIESTHOOD

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                          HON. JOHN P. MURTHA

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 19, 1994

  Mr. MURTHA. Mr. Speaker, it is always special when we celebrate a 
golden anniversary. It's an even more extraordinary occasion when we 
can celebrate two 50th anniversaries at the same time--for the same 
person. On Sunday, September 25, the Very Reverend Monsignor John 
Yurcisin will be honored for his golden anniversary of ordination to 
the priesthood as well as for the golden wedding anniversary of he and 
his wife, Pani Anna.
  Father John has devoted the past 50 years to his work in the church. 
His efforts to help his community, the individuals, and the families 
who have turned to him for help and guidance have been exceptional, and 
generations have benefited from his hard work, patience, and gentle 
words.
  The Divine Liturgy and Golden Jubilee Testimonial Banquet at Christ 
the Savior Cathedral in Johnstown will be an outpouring of respect and 
love for Father John and Pani Anna. I'd like to add my congratulations 
to the thousands who will be there in person and in spirit to celebrate 
the devotion of Father John to his work and to his family. On behalf of 
everyone whose life you have touched, Father, thank you for your faith 
and your kindness, and may you and Pani Anna continue to bring 
happiness to everyone you come into contact with.

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