Holy Apostles Church Honors Mothers Following Cemetery Blessing

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MECHANICSBURG, PA — The faithful of Holy Apostles Church gathered on May 10, 2026, the Fifth Sunday of Holy Pascha and Sunday of the Samaritan Woman, for the blessing of the parish cemetery following the Divine Liturgy. The parish also honored mothers, grandmothers, godmothers, and spiritual mothers with a special Mother’s Day luncheon.

Following the services, Archpriest Timothy Hojnicki led the faithful in procession to the parish cemetery, where prayers were offered for those buried there. The community prayed that the Lord would grant rest to His servants and preserve their memory eternal. The blessing highlighted the hope and joy of the Paschal season and Christ’s victory over death through His Resurrection.

After the cemetery blessing, parishioners gathered in the parish hall for a festive luncheon honoring the women of the community. The event expressed gratitude for the love, sacrifice, guidance, and faithful witness offered by mothers and spiritual mothers who continue to strengthen both family life and the life of the Church. Parishioners enjoyed an afternoon of fellowship during the radiant Paschal season.

Previously, the UOJ reported that a Romanian Diocese gifted 500 icons to mothers and medical workers.

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