This is the first official posting of the St. John Church Cemetery Committee, located in historic Westminster, Maryland.
We have had a busy last several months!
Our committe was formed August 2011 in response to some vandalism: http://player.vimeo.com/video/31297271?title=0&byline=0&portrait=0
The word got out and people got involved: http://www.abc2news.com/dpp/news/crime_checker/carroll_county_crime/vandals-topple-tombstones-at-carroll-county-cemetery
The first official action was an Order for Visiting a Cemetery on All Souls Day led by Rev. Bianco on All Souls Day. The clean up began in earnest by young and old (with help coming from as far as Ocean City, Maryland) over the next several months. With input from Capt. Yeager and Sgt. Benfer, reward fliers were distributed in the neighborhood. The landscape was adjusted according to police recommendations with the result of increased visibility.
May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace!
St. John Roman Catholic Cemetery 