Waukesha remembrance Mass; 1 year after Christmas parade tragedy
WAUKESHA, Wis. - Catholic Memorial High School hosted a Memorial Mass on Monday, Nov. 21 to bring healing to all of those impacted by the tragic events of last year’s Waukesha Christmas parade attack.
Prior to the Mass, everyone was invited to head outdoors to the Catholic Memorial track – for a moment of silence.
Moment of Silence outside of Catholic Memorial High School, marks one year since Waukesha Christmas parade attack
Moment of Silence outside of Catholic Memorial High School, marks one year since Waukesha Christmas parade attack
Monday's Mass was held to remember those lost and to support those still recovering after the tragedy.
Catholic Memorial Mass to remember victims of Waukesha Christmas parade tragedy
Catholic Memorial students, faculty, staff and families participated in the parade – and the Mass of remembrance serves to continue the healing process in the wake of the tragic event in Waukesha.
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"We do everything in prayer. Coming together as a community to let those who lost a loved one know that we still remember. To those who were hurt physically or emotionally that they’re in hearts and always coming together as a community is something we do at catholic memorial," said Donna Bembenek, President of Catholic Memorial High School. "We had about 40 total students and staff that were at the parade walking just in front of our peers at Waukesha Catholic."
Catholic Memorial Mass to remember victims of Waukesha Christmas parade tragedy
Six people died and dozens more were injured as a result of the tragedy. The community almost immediately began using the phrase "Waukesha Strong" to demonstrate their resolve in overcoming the pain residents and their families have felt.
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Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul
"One year ago today, Wisconsinites who joined together to celebrate at the Waukesha Christmas parade were senselessly attacked. Today, we remember those lost and their families and friends who are grieving.
"In the days and months since, the entire world has witnessed the strength and resiliency of the people of Waukesha, who have come together to mourn and to rebuild. Thank you to the law enforcement officers, other first responders, and members of the community who put the safety of others first and responded to this tragedy with true heroism."
This is a developing story.