St. Agnes Catholic Academy family gathered for a special Mass to honor the men and women who have served our country. We were deeply grateful to welcome veterans from our community to celebrate with us.
The altar was prepared with the seals of the Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, Navy, and Coast Guard, a folded American flag, and red, white, and blue candles. Students proudly wore uniforms of the different branches, carried up the offertory gifts, and received a blessing from Father. It was a beautiful way for our children to learn that freedom is a gift, made possible by those who were willing to serve and sacrifice.
After Mass, our veterans were greeted with warm hugs and handshakes and letters from our students, a small way of saying what our whole community feels: thank you.
We are grateful for every veteran and for their families, who sacrificed alongside them. We pray for those who serve today, and we remember those who gave their lives. May God bless them all, and may they never be forgotten.
Lord, bless and protect all who have served our country and their families. Grant eternal rest to those who gave their lives, and peace to our nation and our world. Amen.
