Congratulations to Jake's uncle, Father Mark Stang, who celebrated 25 years of priesthood last weekend.
Mark is an inspiration for all!
Was a beautiful day for Mark's mass and celebration.
Mark's homily was incredible and spot on! Trust in the Lord, be Patient and Thankful for God's Grace.
A two-time survivor of cancer, Mark is truly a living miracle.
Was neat to see all the other priests come to celebrate with Mark as well.
God's Grace...
The music was beautiful for mass...
Aunt Lori and Jake's dad Steve presented a special cross to Mark before the final prayer.
Mark said Lori is the first in 25 years to interrupt him in his liturgy :)
Not a dry eye in the church!
What an incredible tribute to Mark!
The wood used for the cross comes from the Dairy Barn that Jake's Gpa Andy built himself nearly 70 years ago. The barn had to be taken down this summer on the home farm. The crown of thorns is barbed wire from the farm. And the words surrounding the cross are taken from Mark's Caring Bridge site when he survived his second bout of cancer.
A well-deserved standing ovation at the end of mass.
Grandma Stang has lots to be proud of in her children.
So glad Sr. Perpetua made it home for the celebration.
She truly is the BEST!
There was time for dancing!
and of course time for napping at Great Gma Stang's!
Sibling and cousin fun in the cafeteria...
Taking a ride around the gym with Papa!
Was fun to catch up with family members from out of state.
The Stang Crew...20 in all.
Father Mark's journey in this life has been incredible.
Very thankful to have Sr. P and Fr. Mark in our lives.
Same to you Fr. Mark...same to you!
Honored to know these two...what a sacrifice these two have made in their life's journey and commitment to Christ.
What an amazing day.
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