Chilly weather forced those who gathered for the St. Clement Memorial Mass of All Souls into the chapel at the Mission House on the Liguori property.
It was the last Mass that will ever be celebrated in that beautiful chapel. About 85 people – many of whom have celebrated special feasts with the Redemptorists over the years and admire the simplicity and prayerful atmosphere of the chapel – were grateful to have participated in the celebration.
After presiding at Mass, Provincial Superior Stephen Rehrauer led them out to the cemetery, where they blessed the graves of the confreres and Redemptoristines they had gathered to remember, honor and celebrate. Afterward, they enjoyed a luncheon and shared many memories.
Plans are to celebrate a Memorial Mass every year in Liguori.