FATHER EZIO’S 35TH ANNIVERSARY OF ORDINATION CELEBRATED

Holy Rosary parishioners, including many AMHS members, attended the celebration held September 10, 2017, to honor Father Ezio Marchetto on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of his ordination (the actual date was September 12).

The celebration was organized by AMHS member Maria Marigliano, who did a wonderful job arranging for the special music during the Italian Mass including a trumpet player. Towards the end of the Mass, Maria presented Father Ezio with a Papal Blessing and then she called upon representatives of the various organizations to come up and say a few words.

AMHS President Maria D’Andrea-Yothers presented Father Ezio with a framed certificate of appreciation from the Society and thanked him for all the support and encouragement he has given us during the four and a half years he has been pastor of Holy Rosary Church. Afterwards, a reception was held in Casa Italiana where the large crowd enjoyed light refreshments and three beautiful cakes. A toast with prosecco was made congratulating Father Ezio on this important milestone. AMHS members Maria and Sergio Fresco helped to plan the wonderful reception.

The following week, Father Ezio departed for Italy for a visit with his family including officiating at the wedding of his niece (submitted by Nancy DeSanti)