Behind the Badge
First responders blessed during annual Blue Mass at Christ Cathedral
0The Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange and Christ Cathedral celebrated the annual Blue Mass on Sunday, Oct. 8, a Catholic tradition that honors first responders and prays they find strength, courage and wisdom. The Mass, hosted for a second year at the Garden Grove cathedral, brought together police, firefighters and other personnel from around Orange County. The event included singing “America the Beautiful” with the 17,000-pipe Hazel Wright Organ. Two officers gave readings. Bishop Timothy Freyer, who also serves as a police chaplain for Anaheim, presided over the Mass, which attracted about 400 people. “I am grateful to all of…
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