Crossposted from the Prostopinije list, and originally posted by Ray Mastroberte:

Glory to Jesus Christ!
The following message I received from Msgr. John Sekellick this morning:

"Friends - a quick note to advise that Stanley Budzinski, cantor at St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church of Wilkes-Barre, PA suffered a massive heart attack this morning at home. He is now in the emergency room at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. Following the morning Divine Liturgy, he and his wife went out for breakfast. Upon returning shortly thereafter, the attack came. He seems to have been stabilized. Your prayers for his good recovery are kindly asked."

Stanley is a wonderful man and a dedicated cantor. May the Lord God quickly heal him!

Prayers!

Dear Admin:

I join you in fervent prayer for the speedy recovery of Stanley and I hope all his bodily functions are left undamaged by this usually delibitating affliction.

AmdG

Stanley is a very dedicated man. I pray that his recovery is quick and complete.

Tony

Sharon: Thanks for passing this on.

This is sad news. My prayers go out to Stanley.

Joe

I was introduced to Stanley at Carpathian Village about ten years ago when I was new to the Byzantine Church and just beginning to study chant. He was happy to offer advice and helpful hints from his vast experience. I will certainly pray for his speedy recovery!

Miriam

With prayers for healing, health and happiness, and many blessed years!

Here's an update on Stanley from my dad, Ray Mastroberte:

I took some time to visit Stanley this evening at Wilkes-Barre General, and because of God's grace and the prayers of the faithful he looks great! He is so jovial and upbeat. He will be getting a catheterization on Monday, so please continue lifting him up in prayer, along with his family and those who minister to his spiritual needs. I left him with a positive message... "Make your heart like Jesus'"

Troparion
O Christ, You alone are prompt to defend us;
now quickly visit Your suffering servant.
Through the prayers of the Mother of God,
deliver him from illness and bitter pain.
Cure him that he may sing hymns to You and continually praise You,
for You alone love mankind.

-Dave

How wonderful, Chtec. Prayers for Mr. B. and family and thanksgiving ... may we always pray for one another ...
C of S

Chvala panu Bohu! Thanks be to God! And way to go, Stanley! Get well soon!

May God speedily heal His servant Stanley who labors for the greater glory of His name.

Most excellent!!!

Please keep Stanley in your prayers. He is still in the hospital and his condition is not sufficiently stable to move him or for him to go home. I saw him this afternoon (Friday, February 21st) and he seemed in good spirits but weak.