On the recordSeptember 15, 2011
Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor today's guest chaplain, Bishop Thomas Paprocki of Springfield, Illinois. I've known Bishop Paprocki for over 20 years, as he served as auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Chicago before becoming Bishop of Springfield. The good bishop is also known in other circles only as the ``Holy Goalie''--the man who saves souls and goals. Bishop Paprocki and I have played hockey together many times, and it's always a comfort to know I've got the bishop behind me manning the net. But his heroics on the ice pale in comparison to his service to our community. In these years since joining the priesthood in 1978, he has shown a dedication to helping the poor and disadvantaged. With his DePaul law degree, he set forth to found the Chicago Legal Clinic to assist these struggling communities. His work is an inspiration to us all. I am lucky to call the bishop a good friend. Thank you, Bishop Paprocki, for joining us here today. See you on the ice. ____________________
