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Image of Chaplain Kevin Caspersen at ASVHC

INDIANAPOLIS — The real St. Patrick may have died in 461 C.E., but that did not stop one chaplain from getting in character to visit hospital patients.

Image of Chaplain Kevin Caspersen at ASVHC

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Chaplain Kevin Caspersen spent time with patients and families Friday at the Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center.  His costume featured a decorated green vestment, stole, miter, and staff.

Image of Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center

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The man also passed out gold coins and shared fun stories. He has stepped into this role three times and has noted its ties to his faith.

Image of Gold Coin Next to Chaplain Kevin Caspersen at ASVHC

Source: Photo Courtesy of Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center

Caspersen said, “I’m hoping to make the connection between healthcare and the Catholic faith because our mission is to carry forward the healing ministry of Jesus.”

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