Memorial Day Remembrance

Memorial Day, which originated following the Civil War and which honors those who died while serving the U.S. military, is observed with a variety of traditions, including visiting cemeteries and memorials.

In the Diocese of Metuchen, Masses were celebrated in both diocesan cemeteries. Father Juan Carlos Gaviria, administrator, St. James the Less Parish, Jamesburg, presided at Mass at Holy Cross Cemetery, Jamesburg.

A Mass for the Preservation of Peace and Justice was also celebrated at Resurrection Cemetery, Piscataway, by Father Sean G. Winters, director, diocesan Office of Prison Ministry and coordinator of Hospital Chaplains.