Observing the 20th Anniversary of 9/11

Bishop Burbidge issues statement for 20th Anniversary of 9/11


Our hearts are filled with sadness as we remember the events of September 11, 2001. Many of us recall where we were when we heard the news and viewed the images 20 years ago, when nearly 3,000 people were killed in the terrorist attacks perpetrated against the United States. We also remember the great heroism of ordinary citizens and first responders who were willing to sacrifice their lives so others may live, as well as the spirit of unity that helped our nation begin to heal. While we take a moment to bow our heads in silence and prayer for all impacted by 9/11, we also pray for a renewed sense unity that brings true peace to our world, which can only be truly realized if we remain one nation under God.

Nuestro corazón se llena de tristeza al recordar los sucesos del 11 de septiembre de 2001. En ese día de infamia hace 20 años, casi 3.000 personas  perdieron la vida en los ataques perpetrados por terroristas contra los Estados Unidos. Muchos de nosotros recordamos exactamente dónde estábamos al oír la noticia y al ver las tristes imágenes. Sin embargo, en estos dos últimos decenios ha surgido una nueva generación y a ella y a todas las generaciones sucesivas les corresponde recordar a quienes perecieron en Nueva York, Washington, D.C. y Shanksville, Pennsylvania, para aprender del heroísmo de ciudadanos comunes y socorristas que estuvieron dispuestos a sacrificar  su vida para que otros pudieran vivir. Nos inclinamos abatidos en silencio y rezamos por todos los afectados por los sucesos del 11 de septiembre y por la paz en todo nuestro mundo.

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Mass in Remembrance of 9/11

Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge will celebrate Mass for the Preservation of Peace and Justice in Remembrance of the Twentieth Anniversary of September 11, 2001.

When: September 11, 2021 | 9:00 am
Where: Cathedral of Saint Thomas More in Arlington, Virginia

Mas will be followed by the Recitation of the Holy Rosary.

6th Annual Mass Honoring Military & First Responders

The 6th Annual Mass Honoring Military & First Responders will be hosted by Fr. Walter F. Malloy Assembly #1894 of the Knights of Columbus with the Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge, Bishop of Arlington, as Principal Celebrant for this Mass.

When: Sunday, September 12, 2021 | 11:00 am
Where: St. Leo the Great Catholic Church | 3700 Old Lee Hwy, Fairfax, VA 22030

All Military and First Responders are invited and welcome to attend this Mass in dress uniform and with their family.
Please RSVP to SK David J. Todd, Jr. PFN, at djtoddjr@gmail.com if you plan to attend.

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