Blessing of the Graves

Parishes throughout the Diocese of Baton Rouge blessed graves to commemorate All Saints and All Souls Day on Nov. 1-2. The blessing of the graves at St. Joseph Cemetery in Baton Rouge also marked the end of the year-long celebration of the 200th anniversary of the cemetery. Bishop Michael G. Duca and Father Cary Bani led the prayer service, followed by the blessing of the graves. Pictured accompanying Bishop Michael G. Duca is Eloise Verbois Landry as the bishop blesses the Verbois and Grand Pre family graves. Also pictured with Father Bani is James Robert during the blessing of graves.
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