Father Codega installed as pastor of St. Lucy Parish, Middletown

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Bishop Thomas J. Tobin installed Father John Codega, at right, as pastor of the St. Lucy Parish in Middletown on Sunday, Sept. 12.

“It is a very significant moment for the priest himself and indeed for the whole parish. Father John is one of the very fine priests of the diocese — one of our leading priests — so we’re grateful for his willingness to assume a new pastorate and know he will make a wonderful and good shepherd for your parish community,” the bishop said.

He also acknowledged and prayed for a speedy recovery for the parish from damage caused to the grounds by recent flooding from the remnants of Hurricane Ida and he prayed for the nation as it marked the 20th anniversary of the attacks on 9/11.

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