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Rev. Angelo Bertini, a Catholic priest for 46 years, died Jan. 13, 2020 in Georgetown at the age of 83. He was born on July 29, 1936, in Galveston, Texas, to Marion and Catherine (Cinelli) Bertini. Father Bertini received an undergraduate degree in Chemistry from the University of St. Thomas in Houston, served in the U. S. Army for seven years, then earned a master’s degree in Theology from the University of St. Mary in San Antonio. He also attended Assumption Seminary in San Antonio.

AUSTIN – Most Rev. Joe S. Vásquez, Bishop of the Diocese of Austin, issued the following statement on Jan. 10: “I am deeply saddened by Gov. Greg Abbott’s decision to block Texas from participating in the federal refugee settlement program. Along with my brother bishops of Texas, I respect the governor. Unfortunately, this decision denies people fleeing religious and political persecution the opportunity to bring their gifts and talents to our state and contribute to the common good.