A statement from the Cardinal Joseph Tobin:
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
The physical and mental health of the Archbishop Emeritus John Joseph Myers has suffered a serious decline.
After a recent visit with his family in central Illinois, Archbishop Myers decided to remain in the region of his birth where he is receiving specialized care and can be visited by his family as well as the clergy of the Diocese of Peoria.
I ask all the faithful in our Archdiocese to pray for Archbishop Myers that the mercy of God comfort and strengthen him in this moment of fragility.
The Archdiocese has begun preparation for the sale of his retirement residence in Hunterdon County. After members of his family have collected his personal possessions, the home and property will be sold and the funds will be returned to the Archdiocese.
Sincerely yours in Christ the Redeemer,
Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R.
You may recall that there was considerable controversy surrounding the construction of his retirement home several years ago.
Please pray for the retired archbishop and those who love him.
