On Sept. 4 parishioners celebrated a special Mass at St. Andrew Church in preparation for its upcoming closure as part of a church reorganization. The celebration gave parishioners a chance to say good-bye to the building, and it featured a special Communion processional, the blessing of the building and a dove release. Those who volunteered with the parish’s many ministries, and those who celebrated sacraments at the parish, were also recognized during the Mass.
Parishioners dress and prepare the altar.
Parishioners carry the altar cloth.
Gail Bauerschmidt helps dress the altar.
Father Robert Werth blesses the exterior of the church.
Parishioners stand outside for the blessing.
Deacon David Palma blesses parishioners.
