To observe social distancing, Ss. Cyril and Methodius Church in Lemont held a drive-thru Easter basket blessing on Holy Saturday, April 3, 2021. Cars lined up for blocks around the church as people brought baskets with food they would use in Easter Sunday meals along with candy and toys, and the occasional dog.
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Pandemic no match for annual basket blessing in Lemont
By Karen Callaway | Chicago Catholic
Apr 8, 2021 9:23:00 PM
Pandemic no match for annual basket blessing in Lemont
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