As members of the Diocese of Allentown moved through May, which was dedicated to Our Blessed Mother Mary and her motherhood, mothers were celebrated in various parishes and events. However, this was a difficult time for those around us who lost a child.
On May 8 at the Cathedral of St. Catharine of Siena, Allentown, Bishop Alfred Schlert celebrated a Mass honoring families of babies loved and lost. The remembrance Mass, “Garden of Light,” was sponsored by the United Hearts of Life (UHL).
“Our prayers and offerings to heaven this evening are in remembrance of your children and for your strength and perseverance as you await the day when you will be reunited at the heavenly banquet table with your children,” read a statement provided by UHL for those in attendance.
Votive candles were lit near the front of the church in honor of the families who have lost little ones too soon.
Mass began with the singing of “Lift High the Cross” as a reminder that although there is suffering, Jesus Christ is a victor over death; an encouraging hymn to remind those in attendance to live out the message of the Cross. Hymns such as “Hail Mary Gentle Woman,” and “Blest Are They” were sung throughout the Mass and provided comfort for the grieving.
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