Author Topic: SSPX priest in mortal danger (Read 5449 times)

Matthew · « **on:** July 15, 2011, 09:46:42 PM »

I received this via e-mail today:

I received a phone call this morning from a friend, asking prayers for Fr. Daniel Cooper, SSPX. Fr. Cooper and I became acquainted back in 1998 after he had volunteered to be the chaplain for a girls' camp at Our Lady of Fatima Church in Pittsburgh. At the time, Fr. Cooper was stationed in Armada, Michigan. We corresponded a few times over the following years. Since then, Father was transferred to San Jose, CA, and then eventually to Veneta, Oregon, where he is now. He has always been one of my favorite people, a priest that I thoroughly admire; ever encouraging, generous and knowledgeable, yet possessing a truly humble disposition. I think the last time I saw Father was the last time I went on a 5 day Ignatian retreat -- in 2005, San Jose. He gave me one of his favorite prayer books, which quickly became one of my own favorites.

Well, apparently Father Cooper was in a serious bike accident last night. I don't know all the details, but from what I remember being told -- he was unconscious last night, but conscious enough today to call and ask for a priest. His brain is swelling, and IF he does live, he will need to have serious surgery on his face and will lose one of his eyes.

PLEASE KEEP FATHER COOPER IN YOUR PRAYERS! Pray that he will be able to accept God's will, whatever it is, in as perfect a manner as possible -- as he has inspired so many other people to do over the years.

And please pass this on to those you know who PRAY.

Thank you!

Sincerely,
Becky Pawlowski

Baskerville · « **Reply #1 on:** July 15, 2011, 10:05:09 PM »

wallflower · « **Reply #2 on:** July 15, 2011, 10:12:52 PM »

LordPhan · « **Reply #3 on:** July 15, 2011, 10:16:36 PM »

the smart sheep · « **Reply #4 on:** July 15, 2011, 10:51:19 PM »

Hobbledehoy · « **Reply #5 on:** July 15, 2011, 11:46:16 PM »

Jim · « **Reply #6 on:** July 16, 2011, 12:10:08 AM »

Kephapaulos · « **Reply #7 on:** July 16, 2011, 12:47:37 AM »

MyrnaM · « **Reply #8 on:** July 16, 2011, 08:20:34 AM »

I will offer my Mass and Holy Communion for your dear priest.

John Grace · « **Reply #9 on:** July 16, 2011, 09:07:25 AM »

Sorry to hear this. Will keep Fr Cooper in my prayers for certain.

Matthew · « **Reply #10 on:** July 16, 2011, 02:33:16 PM »

I believe I even met Fr. Cooper (at least saw him several times) during my Seminary days.

Very sad when accidents like this happen to good Catholic priests.

ServusSpiritusSancti · « **Reply #11 on:** July 16, 2011, 03:38:06 PM »

I'll pray for him.

Adesto · « **Reply #12 on:** July 16, 2011, 04:00:23 PM »

I just got an email about this:

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I called Veneta Rectory and Father Cooper is in stable condition. He wasn't injured as seriously as was suggested. He was injured in the face, has bad cuts, brusing, and his eye is swollen shut, but nothing fatal. He won't lose his eye, just badly bruised. He has numerous cuts and scratches on his arm as well, but did not sustain any real serious head injuries, did not receive the last Sacraments, as it wasn't necessary. Father from the Rectory gave him Holy Communion today and said he is recovering just fine.

Please let others know, but he does need prayers for a good recovery, as he would like to get back to his work.

wallflower · « **Reply #13 on:** July 16, 2011, 04:52:52 PM »

This is great news!

ServusSpiritusSancti · « **Reply #14 on:** July 16, 2011, 09:01:30 PM »

Indeed! Glad he's doing ok, I'll continue to pray for him. I've heard some of his sermons on the internet before, he's a good priest.