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Christ Our Light Parish offers Mass for first responders
Father David Simonetti, pastor of Christ Our Light Parish, formerly St. Florian Parish, in Chicago’s Hegewisch neighborhood, was the main celebrant for a Mass for first responders and those affected by violence titled “Evening of Light” on Sept. 24, 2021. The Mass was to show gratitude for first responders and to remember the fallen and loved ones lost to violence. Music was provided by a quintet from the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Chicago Police Sergeant Thomas Derouin, Officer Mark D'Amato and Sergeant John Piechocki pray during Mass. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Father Simonetti incenses pictures of deceased loved ones. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Kara Bershad, a harpist with the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra, plays during Mass. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Chicago Police Officer Luis Pelayo receives Communion. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Chicago Police Officer Eric Davis leads the congregation in song. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Father Simonetti preaches the homily. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Chicago Police Officers from District 004 South Chicago light each other’s candles during the Mass. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Chicago Police Officer Mark D’Amato prays following Communion. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Father Simonetti poses with the officers and drum corps following Mass. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
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