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Blue Mass will honor first responders

A Blue Mass will be celebrated at Queen of the Holy Rosary Church in Overland Park at 11 a.m. on Sept. 19.

OVERLAND PARK — Queen of the Holy Rosary Church here, located at 7023 W. 71st St.,  will host a Blue Mass at 11 a.m. on Sept. 19. 

A Blue Mass is a show of support for active and retired members of law enforcement, fire department, EMS and their families. Following the Mass, a luncheon will be held in the parish hall. 

“We are deeply grateful for the tireless work and sacrifices of our police officers and first responders,” said Father Bruning, pastor of Queen of the Holy Rosary. “The Blue Mass is an opportunity for our parish and the broader community to come together to honor and support these courageous individuals and their families.”

The Blue Mass is open to all members of the community and all faith traditions. Attendance in uniform is encouraged. Attendees can RSVP online at: www.queenoftheholy rosary.org/blue-mass.

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