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Blessing of the Backpacks
The Blessing of the Backpacks


August 11, 2024

Saint Patrick’s – Saint Joseph’s Parish will be having their annual blessing of the backpacks following the Noon Mass on Sunday, August 11,2024

All children, college students, and teachers are invited to bring their backpacks to the Noon Mass and receive a special blessing before the start of the school year.

Where: St. Patrick’s-St. Joseph’s Catholic Parish
When: Sunday August 11, 2024
Time: Noon Mass

Who is invited: All children, college students, and teachers

Why: We carry our backpacks to and from school every day. Sometimes they can be heavy, sometimes they can be light., but the load will be easier when we strap on our Blessed backpacks and are reminded of the love, care, and protection Christ has for us at school, at home, and every day of the year.

St. Patricks/St. Josephs Catholic Church Parish Hall
104 Buena Vista
Raton, NM 87740
(575) 445-9763

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