Blue and Red Masses will honor first responders September 21, 2022By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News Archbishop William E. Lori will celebrate a “Blue and Red Mass” Oct. 23 at St. Joseph’s Monastery Parish in Irvington at 11 a.m. The Mass honors law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics and all emergency responders, both retired and active duty. Father Mark Bialek, pastor of St. John in Westminster, will celebrate a similar Mass Oct. 2 at 6 p.m. at St. John. The liturgy will be followed by a reception. First responders are encouraged to wear their uniforms at both events, and they are invited to bring their family and friends. Prayers will be offered for those who have been gravely injured or lost their lives in the line of duty. Read More Local News Calvert Hall holds off Loyola Blakefield to claim a 28-24 victory in the 105th Turkey Bowl Tears and prayers greet St. Thérèse relics in Towson Mercy surgeons help residents get back on their feet at Helping Up Mission Maryland pilgrims bring energy and joy to NCYC 2025 Governor Moore visits Our Daily Bread to thank food security partners Relic of St. Francis of Assisi coming to Ellicott City Copyright © 2022 Catholic Review Media Print