Approximately 400 people processed through a neighborhood near Columbus St. James the Less Church on Sunday, June 26 as part of a celebration for Spanish-speaking families in the diocese in honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary. 

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament began inside the church and was followed by an outdoor procession with Bishop Earl Fernandes carrying the monstrance. The procession included the clergy, servers, seminarians and the faithful.

Benediction took place at an outdoor altar near the church. Afterward, families enjoyed food, games and activities.     

The Eucharistic celebration at Columbus St. James the Less Church included dancing, music and games for children.  CT photo by Ken Snow
The Eucharistic gathering at Columbus St. James the Less began with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Adoration inside the church.
The neighborhood procession at Columbus St. James the Less honored the Sacred Heart and Immaculate Heart of Mary. CT photo by Ken Snow
Bishop Earl Fernandes carries the monstrance with the Blessed Sacrament.  CT photo by Ken Snow

Bishop Fernandes and the faithful kneel before the Blessed Sacrament on an outdoor altar. Members of 11 parishes in the diocese participated in the celebration, which also included food, entertainment and games for children.   CT photo by Ken Snow