Academy of Our Lady of Mercy - Lauralton Yearbook (Milford, CT)

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I8 Cgiocfality Lauralton's Sodality is not simply an organizationg it is a way of life. As such it holds a key position at Lauralton and only students who have completed a probationary period of one year may be admitted. Weekly meetings help the members to live more fully the Sodality way of life which consists of per- sonal sanctification, devotion to Mary, and defense of the Church. The Apostolic, Marian, Eucharistic, and Publicity Committees plan several meetings during the year in order to acquaint the other Sodalists with their proj- ects. Among these are devotion to the family rosary, keeping Christ in Christmas, and promoting interest in good literature. The May crowning climaxes the Sodality year at Lauralton. Although Sodalists cannot entirely fulfill their role as defenders of the Church while they are yet students, they are given the basis for future endeavors and a promise of privileges, indulgences, and other special graces throughout their membership in the Sodality, their way of life. Q-tl Prefect Margaret O'Neill talks over Sodality plans with assistants, Maureen Reardon and Ellen Dunleavy. .ms Seniors voice enthusiasm as they chat with Sister Maria Magdalen after a meeting. Standing: Maureen Reardon, Sharon Thaler. Seated: Rosemary Green, Sandra Gadus.

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4 s s i 5 i lil if I'tgCH11ZClf1OI'lS . . companionship, fun and loving competition mingle in 21 way peculiar to youth alone.

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fzrcisians Early in the year newcomers to Lauralton are introduced to the Tarcisians. Everyone participates in this activity by being a Christ-bearer, as the name implies. The main objec- tive is apostolicity - to foster devotion to the Sacred Heart, in school, at home, and in the country. Each year an enthronement in every classroom and in chapel helps to bring the apostles of the Social Reign closer to the Sacred Heart. Monthly, the Tarcisians spend their Half- hour with jesus, their purpose being reparation for the sins of mankind and increase of Catholic Action. Other Tarcisian practices are the daily renewal of the Act of Consecration and frequent aspirations to the Sacred Heart. Perhaps the most important phase of Tarcisian activity is their extensive work to urge enthronement in their own homes, and the homes of others. All is done To win more hearts to love Thee. 1 Q ttti Yes, Thou must reign, the Sovereign King of nations. We . . . consecrate our school, our work, our future . . St Bless Thou our homes, where Thou dost reign as King. L. to R.: Anne, Mrs. Reardon, Maureen '59 fco-editor of Higbligbttj, Sheila, Tom, Paul, Mr. Thomas ,Reardon. 5 1 Tie. 1 S is