Published October 08. 2024 02:14PM
PRESS PHOTO COURTESY SLUHNChildren hospitalized in late August and early September often miss out on back-to-school events and Labor Day parades and picnics. Fortunately, patients at St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital in Bethlehem participated in something even better: a visit from their favorite superheroes. Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Captain America, Spiderman, Black Panther, Supergirl, Green Lantern, Deadpool, Black Panther and Scarlet Witch were there, bringing smiles to the children and their families. They were joined by cartoon TV hero Raven, a character from Teen Titans, portrayed by St. Luke’s photographer Anita Sergent. Above: Anthony Murphy, 15, enjoys a visit form the Humble Heroes at St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital. The heroes are volunteer members of Humble Heroes of FDNY, a nonprofit group of firefighters, police officers, teachers and others. The Fire Department of New York City is its official sponsor. Disguised as famous heroes, they visit local hospitals and grief centers, “bringing joy to kids fighting life’s injustices.” Their mantra is, “Anyone can be someone’s hero.”