Celebrating his 100th birthday, Father Bernard McIlhenny, beloved former headmaster known as “Father Mac,” is honored with a plaque at Scranton Prep.
SCRANTON, Pa. — Hundreds gathering Sunday at Scranton Preparatory School to celebrate Father Bernard McIlhenny, more commonly known as “Father Mac.”
The renowned priest and former headmaster of prep turned 100, prompting the school to create and unveil a plaque that will be displayed at the main entrance in his honor.
While making it to a century is no easy feat, when asked how he did it, Father Mac had one simple answer.
“I’ve always been around young people all my life, and they make you think young, and you know so many different things, and this is just an example today of coming back to Scranton Prep here, young people,” said Father Mac.
Following today’s unveiling, a dinner was held to commemorate the day and to honor all that Father Mac has done for his community.