Blue Masses throughout Archdiocese Honor Sacrifices by First Responders

Blue Masses throughout archdiocese honor sacrifices by first responders

October 24, 2022

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When Carroll County firefighter and paramedic Michael Johnson was asked to participate in his parish’s Blue Mass, he hesitated because he said he didn’t choose his profession for recognition.

However, when that recognition came during a service at St. John in Westminster, he said he was humbled and grateful for the experience. Parishes around the archdiocese paid tribute to first responders with a variety of services during October, and Johnson’s experience was typical of the recognition bestowed upon Catholic police officers and firefighters.

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