Hundreds of local Catholics attended the Diocesan Mass for Life Jan. 18 at Rochester’s Sacred Heart Cathedral. The Mass, which was celebrated by Bishop Salvatore R. Matano, was held in conjunction with the national March for Life, which will take place Jan. 22 in the nation’s capital.
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Members of the Knights of Columbus line up at the back of Sacred Heart Cathedral.
Choir members sing during the Mass.
A father and son stand during the Mass.
Altar server Steven Lewis, who is currently discerning a vocation to the priesthood, holds a candle during the Mass.
Bishop Matano reaches out to bless 4-year-old Lauren Hayes as her 6-year-old brother John (from left), 8-year-old brother Matthew and 11-year-old sister Kathryn look on during the Mass.
Bishop Matano incenses the area around the altar.
Bishop Matano celebrates the liturgy.
Kathleen Miller of Seneca Falls prays during the Mass.
Ashley Miller prays as two of her children, 4-year-old Margaux (bottom) and 2-year-old Declan, look on during the Mass.
