Support for Igumen Patrick (Carpenter)

We have learned that very recently, Our Dear Friend Fr. Igumen Patrick (Carpenter) suffered another tragic life-changing development in his health. This week, he had to undergo another surgery and is now a double amputee. Fr. Patrick is a monastic priest living alone in an older home attached to St Mary's. The ancillary expenses which come with his disability and condition are not covered by health insurance (co-pays for numerous medical appointments, modifications to his living quarters, prosthetic devices, retrofitting his automobile for future transportation, and many other expenses). There is no doubt that it will require tens of thousands of dollars. This is a very difficult financial burden for a monastic priest in a humble parish to bear such expenses.

For those who are unfamiliar, please know that Fr Patrick is a wonderful shepherd to his flock, an advocate of truth, and an exemplary minister to the poor and disadvantaged in the Pittsburgh area. He spearheaded the St Cyril of White Lake Food Pantry which continues to serve thousands of people in need, regardless of background.

The St. Nicholas Orthodox Church (McKees Rocks) set up a special fund to aid Fr. Patrick. We ask that you please consider donating toward this fund. https://orthodoxpittsburgh.org/supportforigumenpatrickcarpenter