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Blue Mass to Honor 9/11 Victims, Current & Former First Responders
Submitted by St. Alphonsus Church
Everyone is invited to join us for a very special Blue Mass at St. Alphonsus Liguori Catholic Church on Sunday, September 11, 2011 at 10:00 AM. During this Mass we will be honoring fallen and current first responders and remembering those who lost their life on 9/11/2001.
All first responders, including firefighters, law enforcement agents and emergency medical personnel in the Central and surrounding areas are invited to attend. We anticipate that there will be 700+ people in attendance.
Additional Information
- There will be a New York fire truck displaying the American Flag at the entrance drive
- At 9:59AM, a golden fire bell which will be placed in the sanctuary will be tolled in the 9/11 sequence by four firemen
- Bagpiper will play Amazing Grace
- EBRS Deputies will be honor guards
- Central Firefighters will present the Colors
- A Memorial Wreath will be presented followed by Echo Taps
- Hats will be presented from each division of First Responders,
- Chief Pat Englade, Retired BRPD will be our guest speaker
- All First Responders/Public Safety Agencies, elected and appointed officials will be recognized during the Mass
- There will be a reception immediately following the Mass to honor of our first responders.
- Patriotic songs will be sung throughout the Mass
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