Dear Brothers and Sisters,
I write to thank you for the extraordinary service you are providing during these difficult and most challenging days. The spread of the virus has made your work that much more difficult and yet so very important to those who are mourning their loved ones at such a tragic and heartbreaking time. Your work is a labor of love as we seek to “bury the dead” to the best of our ability and I have no doubt that it is bringing comfort and peace to many, many people.
I want to assure you that you have my gratitude and that of all those you are assisting. You are a blessing to them and our diocese! Be assured of my prayers for you and your families daily and that you are not alone in your work. Our Lord and Our Blessed Mother are always by your side.
With renewed best wishes, I remain
Yours in Christ,
Most Reverend James F. Checchio, JCD, MBA
Bishop of Metuchen