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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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