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Crown Point, IN – Bishop Consecrates New Chapel Altar at Franciscan Health Crown Point
In a significant ceremony at the new Franciscan Health Crown Point, The Most Rev. Robert McClory, Bishop of the Diocese of
By Country Herald Staff Report · 2024-03-20T13:28:38+00:00
A Milestone for the Diocese In a significant ceremony at the new Franciscan Health Crown Point, The Most Rev. Robert McClory, Bishop of the Diocese of Gary, officially consecrated the new chapel altar. This event marks a major spiritual milestone for the newly opened healthcare facility, ensuring a dedicated space for prayer, reflection, and sacramental life for patients, staff, and visitors.
The Rite of Consecration The service involved the traditional rites of the Church, including the anointing of the altar with Sacred Chrism. Bishop McClory expressed his hope that this chapel would serve as a source of peace and healing for all who enter its doors, reflecting the mission of Franciscan Health to care for both the body and the soul of the community.
Hospital leadership and clergy members attended the ceremony, noting that the chapel is a central component of the new hospital campus, which was designed to provide modern care while maintaining the longstanding Franciscan tradition of service in Northwest Indiana.