June 6th, next Sunday the Church celebrates the Feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi). A tradition of celebrating this feast began centuries ago with a procession of the Blessed Sacrament through the main streets of the village or town. The monstrance, in which a large host had been placed, was carried under a festive canopy followed by the clergy and people. The procession ended at a location where the Blessed Sacrament was set down while people sang a hymn; then the blessing with the monstrance was given. This Corpus Christi procession and blessing publicly expressed the faith of an entire parish acclaiming the Lord present in the host.

Our parish will continue this tradition next Sunday, June 6th after the 10:00 AM Mass. With a procession outdoors to Northern Blvd, past the parish Center (Convent) and up the steps to the Parish Lawn for the blessing. All are welcome to participate.

For all Those who did not see the Tablet Ad last week wishing Msgr. Michael Cantley a Happy 55th Anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood please join me and all our parishioners on wishing him well and Thanking God for his dedication and Service!