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February 21, 2022A letter from Most Rev. Gerald F. Kicanas, Bishop Emeritus of Tucson:
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ Jesus,
I am deeply grateful for your prayers and expression of concern since my open heart surgery on January 6. It is now six weeks since the surgery and I am beginning to feel much better. I expect to begin cardio-rehab on March 1 at St. Joseph Hospital.
Over these six weeks I have been gifted by the support of so many who spoiled me and have nursed me back to health. I have been reminded of how good people are and how much people are willing to sacrifice to help someone. Dr. Robert Hooker, my surgeon, his medical staff, as well as the health care workers at Banner have been amazing. I have been so blessed.
Bishop Weisenburger has been such a great support, contacting me regularly and providing any support that was needed. We are blessed to have him as our bishop, a pastor who cares.
I have been cleared to drive, to travel, and to begin again my ministry for which I am grateful. While further recovery is necessary, I am hopeful the biggest challenge is behind me.
The experience of illness and vulnerability is a teaching moment. I hope it has made me more sensitive to the challenges and struggles that people face. I have come to realize more clearly that many are in need of support and care. We are all vulnerable. It is our call to accompany the many people who are suffering and in need. What a privilege is the call we have received to accompany those struggling.
Please continue to remember me in your prayers as I will continue to hold you in prayer.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Most Rev. Gerald F. Kicanas
Bishop Emeritus of Tucson