Couples were invited to renew their marriage vows during the annual diocesan Wedding Jubilee Mass at Rochester’s Sacred Heart Cathedral May 22. Bishop Salvatore R. Matano celebrated the Mass, during which couples married 25 years or more were recognized.
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Couples celebrating milestone anniversaries attend the annual Wedding Jubilee Mass at Rochester’s Sacred Heart Cathedral.
Giuseppe and Josephine Arena, who will celebrate 71 years of marriage in October, listen to the homily during Mass.
Deacon Jerry Skerrett and his wife of 61 years, Lee Skerrett, renew their marriage vows during Mass.
Joe and Ellen Mercier renew their marriage vows. They have been married 69 years.
Bishop Salvatore R. Matano presents flowers to Giuseppe and Josephine Arena, the longest-married couple in attendance at the May 22 diocesan Wedding Jubilee Mass at Sacred Heart Cathedral. In October, the Arenas will celebrate 71 years of marriage.
Joe and Ellen Mercier hold hands while renewing their marriage vows during Mass.
Bill and Sue D’Ambrosio clasp their hands in prayer during Mass.
Bishop Salvatore R. Matano elevates the Eucharist during Mass.
Couples hold hands during the Lord’s Prayer.
