Fr. Jerry Pokorsky: The Apostle of a Happy Death

By Fr. Jerry Pokorsky, Catholic Culture, Mar 03, 2025

Fr. Jerry Pokorsky is a priest of the Diocese of Arlington who has also served as a financial administrator in the Diocese of Lincoln. Trained in business and accounting, he also holds a Master of Divinity and a Master’s in moral theology. Father Pokorsky co-founded both CREDO and Adoremus, two organizations deeply engaged in authentic liturgical renewal. He writes regularly for a number of Catholic websites and magazines.

In the healthcare business, there is good news and bad news. The good news: According to recent news reports, Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology promises to extend life by 50 years. The bad news: AI promises to extend life by 50 years. When it comes to human longevity, at some point, enough is enough.

God created Adam and Eve to live, forever sustained by the Tree of Life. God does not take delight in suffering and death following the Fall. “I have no pleasure in the death of anyone, says the Lord God; so turn, and live.” (Ez. 18:32) God promises a long life and success for those who keep his commandments (cf. Dt. 5:33). Moses lived 120 years….

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