[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 67 (Thursday, May 13, 2004)]
[House]
[Page H2924]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        HONORING MONSIGNOR JOHN O'DONNELL ON HIS GOLDEN JUBILEE

  (Mr. BOOZMAN asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. BOOZMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Monsignor John 
O'Donnell of Immaculate Conception Church in Fort Smith, Arkansas. 
Monsignor O'Donnell is celebrating his Golden Jubilee this year, which 
marks his 50th year in the priesthood.
  Born in Philadelphia in 1928, Monsignor O'Donnell was ordained on May 
27, 1954. He is a man who is known for his faith, service, and 
dedication to his neighbors. It seems that everyone at Immaculate 
Conception has a story about how Monsignor O'Donnell has touched their 
lives.
  Immaculate Conception is the most diverse Catholic church in Fort 
Smith. It is the perfect fit for Monsignor O'Donnell, who constantly 
highlights and celebrates the diversity of the parish.
  Mr. Speaker, Monsignor O'Donnell has influenced the lives of 
countless Arkansans. I thank Monsignor O'Donnell for his 50 years of 
service and being an inspiration to all of us.

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