CELEBRATING THE 30TH ORDINATION ANNIVERSARY OF FATHER JIMMY DRENNAN

On 2026-09-14, Representative Joaquin Castro (D-TX-20) delivered a floor speech titled "CELEBRATING THE 30TH ORDINATION ANNIVERSARY OF FATHER JIMMY DRENNAN" in the House.

CELEBRATING THE 30TH ORDINATION ANNIVERSARY OF FATHER JIMMY DRENNAN

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 144 (Monday, September 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 144 (Monday, September 14, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E907-E908] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CELEBRATING THE 30TH ORDINATION ANNIVERSARY OF FATHER JIMMY DRENNAN ______ HON. JOAQUIN CASTRO of texas in the house of representatives Monday, September 14, 2026 Mr. CASTRO of Texas. Mr. Speaker, today I rise in celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the Ordination of Father Jimmy Drennan. A leader guided by grace, hope and compassion. Father Jimmy's commitment to service embodies an unyielding dedication to ensuring the spiritual growth of our San Antonio community. Father Jimmy's life of service has taken many roles throughout his life. As a student at [[Page E908]] Highlands High School in San Antonio, he served as the school's mascot for three years, encouraging joy and community among his peers. He also served in the Student Council and as Class Vice-President his senior year, Outside of school, Father Jimmy developed a love for the Roman Catholic faith by the following the powerful examples of his mother, Anne Drennan, and his grandmother Cecil. At the age of 17, he made the Sacrament of Baptism at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, the same parish where he currently serves as Pastor. As a young adult, Father Jimmy's commitment to service took the form of a police officer with the San Antonio Police Department from 1985 to 1991. After seven years as an officer, he felt his calling to the Priesthood and entered the Assumption Seminary. On May 10, 1996, Father Jimmy was ordained by the Archdiocese of San Antonio. Father Jimmy's time as a priest has seen him take multiple roles throughout the archdiocese. He has served as pastor of St. Paul Catholic Church, St, Joseph Catholic Church--Honey Creek, and St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church. He has also held administrative roles across the archdiocese. He serves as the Spiritual Director for the First Responder focused Shields of Christ ACTS Teams and was the Chaplain to former San Antonio Police Chief William McManus. Father Jimmy has also dedicated himself to serving the San Antonio community. He is a Board Member for Project Quest, a workforce development organization. For over thirty years, he has been a trusted leader with the COPS-Metro Alliance. He is also an outspoken advocate for the immigrant communities. Mr. Speaker, please join me in celebration of a pastoral career dedicated to serving one's community. For over thirty years, Father Jimmy has been a source of hope and inspiration to many, and I am grateful for all he has done for our San Antonio community. ____________________