The 200th anniversary of the founding of the Brothers of Christian Instruction was commemorated on Sunday, August 18, with a Mass celebrated by Bishop Robert Deeley at the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel, located at the Notre Dame Spiritual Center in Alfred.
Dozens of people, including clergy, women religious, lay associates, and the Knights of Columbus Honor Guard, joined with the brothers to celebrate the community’s many contributions throughout the years. A luncheon followed the mass.
Sir Knights Dennis Guay, Dan Rooney and John Greenlee lead the procession
Sir Knight Ray Sargent followed by Fr. Auger and Bishop Deeley
Knights of Columbus Honor Guard assembling prior to the celebration
Bishop Deeley and Father Auger with the Brothers
Counterclockwise from left to right: Gloria Rooney, Claire Sargent, Ray Sargent, Peter Godin and Dennis Guay