A special presentation was made to Vincent Fitzpatrick, Sacristan of St. Aidan's Church, Butlersbridge on Easter Sunday last. Bishop Leo presented Vincent with a Benemerenti Medal from Pope Benedict for his long standing and faithful service to the Church. Vincent is the third generation of his family to serve in this role. Since 1908 his Grandmother Kate O'Rourke served as Sacristan and his Mother Annie Fitzpatrick succeeded her in 1952. She then passed on the mantle to her son Vincent in 1990 who since then has been a loyal and faithful servant. Congratulations to Vincent on this very special occasion.
L - R: Fr. John Gilhooly, Vincent Fitzpatrick and Bishop Leo O'Reilly.
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