Date/Time
Date(s) - 09/15/2019
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Cathedral of The Immaculate Conception
Categories
Hundreds of local, state, and federal law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency personnel will be recognized for their faithful commitment and self-sacrifice at the Blue Mass on Sunday, September 15, at 10 a.m., at the Cathedral of The Immaculate Conception in Portland. Bishop Deeley will celebrate the Mass, joined by priests and deacons from throughout the diocese. People of all faiths are invited to attend and join in showing our gratitude to these dedicated heroes. All active and retired members of the public safety community are encouraged to come with their families and in uniform. The Mass is planned and organized by the diocese and representatives from local, county, and state public safety agencies. Color guards, including a multi-jurisdictional honor guard, will be on hand. The Maine Public Safety Pipe & Drum Corps and the Maine State Police Pipe & Drum Unit will perform before and after the Mass. A reception will follow the Mass in the parish hall. For more information about the Blue Mass, including its history in the Diocese of Portland, visit www.portlanddiocese.org/BlueMass2019.
