I want to give a ‘Nod to Father Almonte for all his works at New York Presbyterian Hospital.
As a priest he performs sacraments and celebrates Mass for those unable to go themselves. He participated extensively in the care of Covid patients during the pandemic at the risk of his own health. Most of the time priests are synonymous with church but Father Almonte proves that they do so much more and are integral in all aspects of our lives and not just Sunday service. He brings God and the Holy Spirit and the sacraments to those who can’t come to them. I think it’s an amazing thing for Father Almonte to provide parishioners a way to stay strong in their faith in difficult times and if it weren’t for priests like him, that wouldn’t be possible.
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