[responsive_youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbBqLM_uET8] Scheduled just days after the Boston Marathon bombings, this year’s Eucharistic Congress candlelight procession through the North End almost didn’t happen. As described in a Boston Pilot article, organizers were sensitive to the demands of Boston Police coming off that week’s ordeal. Thanks to a willing police detail, hundreds of young adults were able Read More…
The Eucharistic Congress held a spiritual “Pray for Boston” candlelight procession on Saturday night through the streets of the North End. Taking place so soon after the Marathon bombings, the annual event had special meaning this year bringing together hundreds of young adults from the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston. Activities included service projects, a Read More…
It was a picture perfect Flight of the Angel and Grand Procession for the Fisherman’s Feast on Sunday, in honor of Madonna Del Soccorso Di Sciacca. The all-day procession made its way through Boston’s North End as society members carried the statue of the Madonna, accompanied by several marching bands. New to the procession this Read More…
Candlelight Eucharistic ceremony and procession in North Square. Photo courtesy of Boston Catholic. The Boston Archdiocese hosted an event with approximately 500 people at Sacred Heart Church in North Square on Saturday, April 28, 2012. Boston Cardinal Sean O’Malley led a vigil Mass for the 5th Annual Eucharistic Congress for College Students and Young Adults. Read More…