Praying for Rubio
Eighteen years ago, I had a unique experience. As a priest I was assigned to prepare a man for his wedding day and to perform the ceremony. It’s a six-month process so I got a glimpse into the personal life of another person in a way that most people do not.
He was an articulate man who had a tremendous will to succeed and to leave his mark in the best sense of the word. He demonstrated the kind of leadership qualities I have rarely seen. He often spoke of his love for his country. I was impressed by the depth of his global perspective regarding world affairs.
He struck me as a man of profound personal conviction. He demonstrated a wisdom well beyond his years. I felt instinctively that he was destined for great things. My encounter with this man inspired me to become a U.S. citizen. I spent some time with him again in 2010. I realized the qualities I have described had developed exponentially.
I speak of Sen. Marco Rubio. I was impressed with Rubio when I first met him. The same is true today. I pray that he gets his party’s nomination and that he goes on to be elected president of this great country.
The Rev. Anthony O’Brien, Tamarac
This story was originally published March 3, 2016 at 8:36 PM with the headline "Praying for Rubio."