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Loving farewell as Franciscan Friars end 135-year presence at St. Mary, Bloomington

By: Jennifer Willems   -   June 8, 2016   -   Featured Article Bloomington, Brother Kevin, Cincinnati Province, Diocese of Peoria, Father Neri, Father Ric, Franciscans, Friars, St. Mary

The friars join the parish choirs and all present in singing "You Shall Not Tire" at the close of the Franciscan Farewell celebration at St. Mary Parish in Bloomington. (The Catholic Post/Jennifer Willems)

BLOOMINGTON — Tears, laughter, and professions of love and gratitude filled St. Mary Church here May 29 as parishioners and friends from around the diocese bid farewell to the Franciscan Friars. As with any good celebration there was also music and even some dancing in the aisle as Father Neri Greskoviak, OFM, prompted by the […]