The Paterson Diocese on Oct. 5 marked the first anniversary of Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney’s monthly Mass and Rosary Procession for Life at St. Margaret of Scotland Parish in Morristown.
Bishop Sweeney celebrated Mass in St. Margaret’s, which was concelebrated by several priests serving the Paterson Diocese. They included Father Duberney Villamizar, St. Margaret’s pastor and diocesan vicar for Hispanic affairs.
After the Mass, Bishop Sweeney led the faithful in a procession to Planned Parenthood on Speedwell Avenue. A few of them carried signs in English and Spanish that promoted respect for life as they prayed the rosary for an end to abortion.
A Mass and procession for life is held on the first Saturday of the month at 8 a.m. at St. Margaret’s. Priests and faithful from around the diocese are invited to join.
— MICHAEL WOJCIK
BEACON PHOTOS | JOE GIGLI