We would like to inform the parish that Father Ernest Hardesty has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He is in the initial phases of discovering his illness, so he does not currently have a lot of answers. We will make additional announcements as he obtains more information.
As of now, Father Ernie has been placed on medical leave, which will allow him to focus on his health. He will continue to do as much as he can for his parishes including saying Masses, performing Baptisms, etc. as long as he is able to do so. Bishop Anthony B. Taylor appointed Father Mauricio Carrasco as Administrator and Father Martin Amaro Associate Administrator of both the Church of the Assumption in Atkins and St. Leo the Great Catholic University Parish in Russellville. They will assist in covering Sunday Masses and other sacramental responsibilities as well as take on the administrative duties of the parishes until Father Ernie can return full time. We will keep you informed as he gets more information. Please pray for his healing! We know many of you want to help him in any way you can, for which we are so very grateful. As of now, he is doing well and does not need anything but your prayers. We know this may change in the future, and we will keep you informed of his status. We deeply thank you for your love and concern!
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