To All Police, Fire,
EMS, and Military, Personnel
Benedict XVI 's Prayer
at Ground Zero
A Day of Prayer for Peace
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September 11, 2011 |
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Standing Vigil & Remembering
We begin our vigil at 12 midnight on September 10th, 2011 and will continue until past 12 midnight on September 11th. We remember that “Evil” got up very early on September 11, 2001.
These 24 hours are spent in quiet for the most part. There are no speeches or entertainment. You may hear bells tolling, bagpipers lamenting or a song. All are invited to come at a time when it is convenient and comfortable for you. The Church of St. Joseph will always be open during this time.
There’s a schedule of St. Joseph Church’s prayers and Mass on this site.
People of all faiths and goodwill are invited to pray, as they feel moved to do so. Clergy of all faiths are invited to participate and should see the contact information below.
You will find on the grounds of St. Josephs Church a place of Honor set up where the people of September 11th 2001 are remembered with reverence. There are reminders of the tragic events of 9/11/01 on display.
The sun will rise on a beautiful American Flag whose grandeur has to be seen to be appreciated. We mark the time of the tragic events of September 11, 2001 in a way hard to ignore.
8:20 A.M. The First Litchfield Artillery Regiment will signal a call to prayer.
8:30 A.M. A Catholic Mass. This year these two moments will pass in silence, prayer and reflection. <
8:45 A.M. American Airlines Flight 11 crashes into the North tower of the World Trade CenterThe First Litchfield Artillery Regiment will mark these times with a firing of their artillery cannon.9:03 A.M. United Airlines Flight 175 crashes into the South tower of the World Trade Center
9:43 A.M. American Airlines Flight 77 crashes into the Pentagon buildingWe now begin reading the names of each person who died in the terror attacks of September 11th 2001 and each soldier who fought and died in service to The United States of America since that day The names will be read continuously until the end of our vigil at midnight.
10:05 A.M. The South tower of the World Trade Center collapsesThe reading of the names continues throughout the day. People stop to reflect on the events and remember the people who were killed.10:13 A.M. United Airlines Flight 93 crashes in a field in Somerset County, Pennsylvania
10:28 A.M. The North tower of the World Trade Center collapses
Soon after dark, which is around 7:30 PM we will have a candle lighting service.
We’re here until midnight for all to come and remember with us.
Details of all the ceremonies are not complete; if you wish more information, please continue to visit www.patriotday1.com.
If you'd like to be a participant in the ceremonies email nbkkc@comcast.net, or call 888-467-5741.
Clergy of all faiths wishing to participate in ceremonies or offer prayers should contact Father Brian Jeffries at 860-824-7078 or sacrament@sbcglobal.neT