Posted on 02/22/2017 2:49:35 PM PST by BlatherNaut
A few moments ago I spoke via telephone with a Catholic gentleman, a beloved husband, a father and dear friend. His name is John Vennari, and he was told earlier today by his doctors that he is now in the “active stages of dying.”
John asked me to do him a favor and help him notify his many, many friends all around the world that he may not live to see his birthday on Friday. He wishes everyone to know that he’s not in pain. He wishes us all to know that, as he put it, “either we believe in Divine Providence or we don’t. I believe in it, and I know that God has known for all eternity that I would be here in this hospital today, ready to die.”
John also believes in miracles, as do I. And so anything is possible with God. But John said nothing about miracles just now. I think he wants us all to know that he’s ready, that he loves God, and that his faith is so much stronger than his body just now. He wants our prayers.
After all this man has done for us, for the Church, for the Catholic cause, I don’t think I need to beg for prayers for John Vennari. All I need to do is tell you that this beautiful soul wants us to pray for him, and I know that tens of thousands of grateful Catholics will do it.
His last words to me just now were to plead that , no matter what happens, we not give up the fight for Catholic restoration. “Please, keep it going. You must keep it going.” What does it say about the caliber of this warrior for Christ that, from what his doctors are now calling his deathbed, John Vennari’s concerns are still for the Traditional Catholic cause he defended all his life.
I will share whatever updates and information I receive from John and his dear wife, Susan—who now stands faithful watch at John’s side. Also, please pray for John’s beloved young daughters, Elizabeth and Philomena, and for his loyal son, Benedict, and especially for their dad who they love and cherish and respect more deeply than I can describe.
Thank you, John, for everything. God is with you, Mary is at your side and, all over the world, thousands of your brothers and sisters in Christ are with you right now, every step of the way, united with you in prayer. You are not alone, and your unshakable faith shines like a beacon for us all. Pray for us, John. And I know you know these are the most difficult words I’ve ever written.
God bless you, and Mary keep.
St. Philomena and Our Lady of Fatima—please pray for our brother John.
Prayers for him, and for our Church.
Prayers up.
John Vennari your life’s work is an excellent example of the kind of person your are. Be at peace to know that your life has provided much happiness.
A wonderful man who I’ve met many times. What struck me about him is his sense of humor. Prayers for him and his family.
Prayers lifted!
Players up.
UI hope he rallies and recovers to be with a us few more years. I would so much like to know him better.
Grant this, O LOrd.
Prayers going up!!
Prayers offered.
Prayers for him and all who love him.
Prayers up for his Soul and for Strengthen his family during this time. God Bless
Prayers for a Holy Death.
Not only Catholic prayers up.
Oh dear. That is sad to hear. John will be in my prayers until he is with our Mother in heaven.
Prayers for him, for his loved ones, and for Holy Mother Church.
Peace
May God hold him and his family in the hollow of His Hand.
Prayers.
Prayers for Mr. Vennari. He has done immense work toward straightening out the post-Vatican II Church.
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