Mike and his wife started as houseparents in He was recently named President of the organization. Anthony presides to a small group of four plus Fr.
Bernie, a retired SCJ. Anthony ends the Mass noting that high school graduation is on Sunday. We say a prayer for good weather for the event. Everyone on campus is wishing and praying for our nine high school graduates. Mark, the husband of a former teacher comes to visit St. His wife, Melody, who worked in the Title Program, died on May 7 from cancer. He stops to bring blankets for our eighth grade students. Melody had been making blankets for our eighth grade graduates for several years.
This year, she had finished all but seven blankets. Mark visited with the students and told them that Melody loved them and wanted to make sure they received a blanket. He also said that working here was very important to her. His words were quite moving. The students each picked out a blanket and then shook his hand as a sign of respect and thanks. The other Title teachers that worked with Melody were also present.
It is a reminder to me that our mission impacts many of lives. A card from the mail is on my desk. It is from our recently recognized Distinguished Alumnus Sam Dupris. He went to school here in the and 40s. In the note, Sam not only sends his thanks for the award but also notes his true appreciation for all those responsible for the work currently taking place at St.
It is another example of the heartfelt appreciation for our work. I recall his message when he spoke to the students last week. It was a powerful statement of working hard and believing in yourself. In his remarks, he noted how important St. It reminds me that our work has long-term effects on those we serve.
