Political Quotes

“It is with the greatest respect and personal gratitude that I stand today to honor our guest Chaplain, Monsignor Joseph G. Quinn, and thank him for his humble and moving blessing upon us this morning. I am proud to say that Monsignor Quinn hails from my hometown of Scranton, PA, and lives and works there today as pastor of St. Rose of Lima Parish in Carbondale. Monsignor Quinn is one of the most dedicated and committed servants of God whom I have ever had the privilege to know. I am honored to say that he is my good friend and has been an invaluable and steadfast friend to my family for decades. He has provided us comfort and strength in times of sorrow and loss. When my father, Governor Casey, was ill and when he died in May of 2000, Monsignor Quinn grieved with us. In times of happiness and celebration like christenings and other occasions or celebrations, he has brought his sense of humor and his warmth. Monsignor Quinn is a beloved church servant. He has made extraordinary contributions to his family, the city and diocese of Scranton and all of northeastern Pennsylvania.”