Honor Father Dinan’s 25th Anniversary

Senate Resolution No. 4113 BY: Senator BONACIC COMMENDING Father Dennis M. Dinan upon the occasion of celebrating the 25th Anniversary of his Ordination to the Priesthood on May 16, 2017 WHEREAS, The character and richness of religious and community life in this noble Empire State is nourished and fulfilled through the faithful concern and selfless devotion of those who would commit their energies and purpose to the ministry of others; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to bring full recognition and just tribute to those individuals who distinguish themselves and the ministry through their unremitting commitment and preeminence of service; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Father Dennis M. Dinan upon the occasion of celebrating the 25th Anniversary of his Ordination to the Priesthood on Tuesday, May 16,

2017; and WHEREAS, Father Dennis M. Dinan has served as pastor of St. Francis Xavier Church in Narrowsburg, New York, since 2015; he is also the Chaplain of the Catholic Daughters Court; and WHEREAS, For the past 25 years, Father Dennis M. Dinan has rendered faithful, conscientious and valuable service to the Catholic Church, earning the admiration, esteem and affection of his congregation, diocese, and community; and WHEREAS, In his capacity as a spiritual leader, Father Dennis M. Dinan serves with loyalty, honor and distinction, and is governed by a keen sense of duty and always shows a unique grasp of human problems in his official acts; and WHEREAS, Father Dennis M. Dinan has brought to his ministry an overwhelming spirit of charity and compassion, acting from vision and enlightenment in conducting his administrative and spiritual duties, while always displaying the highest standards of personal and professional integrity and dedication; and WHEREAS, This distinguished man of God has always given enlightenment, guidance and wisdom to the many entrusted to his care and has administered abundantly and unstintingly to the spiritual and corporal needs of all; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Father Dennis M. Dinan upon the occasion of celebrating the 25th Anniversary of his Ordination to the Priesthood on May 16, 2017; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Father Dennis M. Dinan.