PCTS Fe RAT, AT TS £5 Tle A “ks tn ara EA 358 Page 8 One need not know the Rev. Thomas M. Jordan to have been on the receiving end of his warm smile and cheery ‘hello’ upon a chance meeting in a bank, or on the street. To meet him, know him and become in- volved in conversation with him is most rewarding and it is only a short time before the realiza- tion dawns that here is a man who is a friend, a man who be- comes involved—a man not only of ideas but of action. The enthusiasm with which his parishioners describe his services and their admiration of his work speaks well for the re- lationship he has with them. The Rev. Thomas M. Jordan was assigned as pastor of Gate of Heaven Church, Dallas, in September, 1970, coming here from St. Basil’s Church in Du- shore where he served from 1968 to 1970. He is, however, a native of Seranton, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael A. Jordan. He was born and raised in that city and graduated from Holy Rosary High School in 1941. There was no doubt in his mind as to his calling and he immediately entered Niagara University, from which he was graduated in 1944 with a BA degree in philosophy. After graduation he entered the seminary of Our Lady of Angels in Niagara Falls, N.Y., and was ordained at St. Peter’s Cathedral, Scranton, in May, 1948. He was first assigned as as- sistant pastor in Williamsport, Hazleton and Kingston. ~ He served in Kingston from 1951 to 1968, teaching at West Side Central Catholic High School, then serving as proctor- ator of the school and finally as principal from August, 1965 until September, 1968. From 1966 to 1968, he also served two years in residence at Holy Savior Church, Wilkes- Barre. The Rev. Jordan was happy to receive his appointment to the Dallas Church for he became familiar with the Back Moun- tain and made many friends here while a member of the faculty and administration at Central Catholic High School. He finds the people especially friendly and cooperative and feels that they realize the value Troop 132 Recounts Past Achievements Leaders of Boy Scout Troop 132, sponsored by Trinity United Presbyterian Church, Dallas, recently compiled a list of the {roop's achievements since its inception in October, 1970. The troop began with six boys and four leaders. In 14 months, il has grown to 36 registered boys, and three leaders and nine committeemen, led by Scout- master Dave Kopechny and committee chairman Parke Griffith. During the last 14 months, the lroop has accumulated 1,250 man hours of labor in six major conservation projects, one major church project and two civic projects. In 1971, 34 Boy Scouts of the advancements, with two boys, Bob Vanderhook and John Grif- fith, working for Eagle Scout. * Last year, the troop received the National Camping Award. Just recently the scouts at- tended a polar bear weekend at Camp Achahela. A committee meeting will be held Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m., at Trinity Presbyterian Church. Committee members extend an invitation to all troop parents to attend the session, as volun- teers are needed to serve on the committee for the coming year.’ Muskrat and Mink Trapping Will End Trappers are reminded that the muskrat and mink season will end in Pennsylvania at noon Jan. 30. Ideal trapping conditions— except for a high-water surge in mid-December, and little ice on streams, ponds and rivers— prevailed this year following the opening of the season Nov. 20. ; Prices paid for muskrat, raccoon and fox pelts have been fairly good this year, but mink values have been somewhat depressed. of the church to the community and show their concern for their community through their active ‘participation in church and civic affairs. The pastor of Gate of Heaven is assisted by the Rev. Stephen McGough, associate pastor, who works directly with the youth of the parish, an increas- ing segment of the church membership. They have taken part in numerous Folk Masses and appeared at several public affairs. The Rev. Jordan is moderator for the church’s Altar and Rosary Society and works closely with the Holy Name Society consisting of men of the parish who carry out projects which have been of valuable aid to the entire membership. During his brief tenure to date, he has been responsible for the introduction of new pro- grams of religious education ‘from priest school to adult edu- cation. During his years in the Diocese, Rev. Jordan has ser- ved on the matrimonial board of the Diocese and also on the Priests’ senate. He was area di- rector of the Legion of Mary from 1951 to 1968. In 1966, while he was principal at Central Catholic High School, the school passed the Middle States Evaluation and became fully accredited. He performs many services in the commun- ity which go unnoticed by others because of his quiet, modest role. The Gate of Heaven pastor is amember of the Back Mountain Protective Association and Back Mountain Clergy Associa- tion. For some time, the church has been ready and willing to assist groups in the Back Moun- Photo by J. Kozemchak Sr. tain through the use of their fa- cilities and will continue to allow the use of the auditorium, meeting rooms, and other physical facilities. In speaking about today’s youth, the Rev. Jordan stated “We need more and better com- munication with them. We have an obligation to try to under- stand their needs and their problems. We must work to re- store their confidence in adults whom they feel have let them down.” He and Rev. McGough reside in the Gate of Heaven Rectory at 10 Machell Ave. He spends most of his leisure time reading but is also an ardent sports fan; while in high school and college he participated in all sports, his favorite being basketball. The Rev. Jordan told the Post that the Church is always willing to change to meet the needs of the people. “These needs,” he said, ‘‘are much dif- ferent in the 1970’s than they were in the 1950’s. Our basic fundamental values are the same but our methods in reaching the people must change and are changing as times rapidly change.” He is proud of the church’s membership-—an active one— constantly working toward im- provement. The parish is growing as the community grows and with the advent of new highways and future de- velopments, he sees real growth in the local parish only a few years away. The Rev. Thomas M. Jordan is an impressive man. His quiet but warm personality has great impact on those he comes in contact with daily. 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