PALM BEACH GARDENS | The annual Blue Mass for people working in public safety is planned for 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, with Bishop Manuel de Jesús Rodríguez and Bishop Emeritus Gerald M. Barbarito celebrating, at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, 9999 N. Military Trail in Palm Beach Gardens.
The liturgy, which is open to the public, marks the feast of the archangels, Michael, Raphael and Gabriel, who are known as God’s protector, healer and messenger, respectively. St. Michael is the patron saint of police officers and military personnel.
Blue relates to the color of the uniforms traditionally worn by police, firefighters, correctional officers, emergency medical personnel and others working as first responders. The Mass honors those who have died in the line of duty, retired from law enforcement and people currently serving in public safety in Indian River, St. Lucie, Martin, Okeechobee and Palm Beach counties. Afterward, refreshments will be served in the cathedral’s family life center. To learn about events planned in the Diocese of Palm Beach, visit www.diocesepb.org/news/. For more information, email communications@diocesepb.org or call 561-775-9561.
