Bishop blesses patients, staff at Saint Peter’s University Hospital on World Day of the Sick

Saint Peter’s University Hospital in New Brunswick hosted its annual Mass for World Day of the Sick on Feb. 11.

The celebrant was The Most Rev. James F. Checchio, bishop of the Diocese of Metuchen. He led attendees in prayer for all those who are ill and in need of healing, and for those who care for them.

In addition, he met one-on-one with several patients.