Thanksgiving Mass for Bishop Emeritus Clark

Mike Crupi / Catholic Courier | 10.15.2012

The final of three Masses of thanksgiving honoring Bishop Emeritus Matthew H. Clark was held Oct. 13 at Rochester’s Sacred Heart Cathedral. Participants honored Bishop Clark for his 50 years of priesthood and 33 years leading the Diocese of Rochester.

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<p>Bishop Clark greets Tom and Doretta O'Connor after Mass.</p> — Bishop Clark greets Tom and Doretta O’Connor after Mass.

<p>Bishop Clark stands with other clergy during the Mass.</p> — Bishop Clark stands with other clergy during the Mass.

<p>People join hands during the Lord's Prayer.</p> — People join hands during the Lord’s Prayer.

<p>Fr. John Mulligan (L) and Bishop Clark offer Communion.</p> — Fr. John Mulligan (L) and Bishop Clark offer Communion.

<p>Bishop Clark celebrates the eucharist.</p> — Bishop Clark celebrates the eucharist.

<p>Members of the Aquinas Dance Company perform.</p> — Members of the Aquinas Dance Company perform.

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