St. Michael’s Day is celebrated
Representatives from Uhrichsville police and fire departments, Tuscarawas County Sheriff's Office, Dennison fire and EMT departments, and Smith Ambulance and service members from the United States Navy
Immaculate Conception School in Dennison hosted its annual St. Michael’s Day celebration on Thursday, Sept. 28, honoring all law enforcement, firefighters, first responders and military. A prayer service was held in the church.
Fr. Jeff Coning read the scripture and closed the service with a blessing and a prayer, and the school’s junior choir led the service in song.
Representatives from Uhrichsville police and fire departments, Tuscarawas County Sheriff’s Office, Dennison fire and EMT departments, and Smith Ambulance were in attendance. Also present were service members from the United States Navy. A total of 15 honored guests were in attendance.
The guests were treated to refreshments in the school cafeteria after the service. Students made cards for first responders and had time to visit and get pictures taken with them.
St. Michael is honored as the patron saint of law enforcement, first responders and the military. The prayer service was held in order to pray for protection upon all first responders and to show appreciation and gratitude for what they do.