Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Police Department, New York
End of Watch Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Reflections for Police Officer Anthony J. Mezzacappa, Jr.
Officer Mezzacappa,
On today, the 1st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
May 14, 2025
My hero always and forever
Alexa Mezzacappa
Daughter
February 16, 2025
“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9
Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service (Retired)
January 6, 2025
Heavenly Father, You are always faithful and quick to show mercy. Our Brother-in-Blue, Police Officer Anthony J. Mezzacappa, Jr., of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Police Department, was eventually taken from us; Died as a result of Exposure to the Deadly Toxins emitted following the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks upon New York City in the Line-of-Duty. Come swiftly to his aid, have mercy on him, and comfort his family, friends, and colleagues by the power and protection of the cross. I ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord, and by His authority. Amen.
God's Mission for America's Peace Officers:
"For the policeman does not frighten people who are doing right; but those doing evil will always fear him. So if you don't want to be afraid, keep the laws and you will get along well. The policeman is sent by God to help you. But if you are doing something wrong, of course you should be afraid, for he will have you punished. He is sent by God for that very purpose." (Romans 13: 3-4 TLB)
God's Word of Support, Comfort, and Hope from The Law Enforcement Officer's Bible:
"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God."
(Matthew 5:9 CSB);
"Then I heard the voice of the Lord asking: Who will I send? Who will go for us? I said: Here I am. Send me." (Isaiah 6:8 CSB);
"No one has greater love than this: to lay down his life for his friends."
(John 15:13 CSB), and;
"Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." (Matthew 5:4 CSB).
Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA
Ordained/Licensed/Certified Independent Christian Clergy
Chaplain for America's Peace Officers and their Families
Member: Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers - USA
Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department (1974-1998)
January 1, 2025
Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.
Det. Russ Cain
Pittsburgh PD
December 27, 2024