NEW HAVEN (CT)
WFSB
November 18, 2018
By Rebecca Cashman and Jennifer Lee
Saint Mary’s Parish in New Haven held a vigil in the wake of sexual abuse scandals around the country involving clergy on Sunday night.
Members of the church and the Knights of Columbus allowed parishioners to view and pay their respects to a relic of the world famous, French Saint Jean Vianney who Catholics believe symbolizes love, courage, and commitment.
The relic is the 159-year-old heart of Saint Vianney and is on display after Sunday’s mass from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
A pastor from France led the vigil that followed mass and reflected on personal holiness.
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