Academy of the Holy Names - JM Yearbook (Albany, NY)

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Written in Music Un memory of Sister Mary of the Eucharist, Head of Music Department Academy of the Holy Namesj And now you've lain your metronome aside To still the mellow music of your heartg No longer will your loving fingers guide The smaller fingers that became a part Of you, yourself, your everlasting hymn That joined the Angel choirs in the sky, In glorias to God. 'I'he interim You labored along with watchful ear and eye. You may not conduct Te' Deums they will sing. Or be back-stage when repertoires are made, But your spirit will be always in the wing, To offer love with every note that's playedg Your golden years are noted every one In lyrics from our Lady to her Soni In Memoriam On October 3, 1956, a quiet seriousness fell over the girls as each read the announcement of Sister Mary of the Eucharist's death on the previous day. We all knew that although we had lost an exemplary and devoted teacher on this earth, we had gained a powerful advocate and friend in heaven. We re- membered her gratitude for the least kindness offered to her on earth, and so confidently we prayed for Sister, knowing that she would repay us as she had promised. To write of Sister's virtues and efforts on our behalf presents a challenge that is difficult to meet. Lest we fail in giving a true, complete picture, we shall let Sister's own words mirror her spirit which we all love. MY DEAR MUSIC STUDENTS, On the feast of our Blessed Mother - September 12 - the Holy Name of Mary - just three weeks from the feast of the Little Flower, God gave me a decided warning of what He was about to ask of me. All my life, I have served my God in activity and hard work. I am now to serve Him in sickness. I ask you - each one - to pray for me. And I shall not forget you. I do not intend to be idle when I get to Heaven. I am going to work there - to work for you as I have done here. What I am now going to say you have heard often from me. But, it cannot be said often eough. Love your music and do not give it up. It will-develop in you a strong character and devotion to duty. Once again, when you hear that I have left this earth, please do not forget me in your prayers. And I will repay you when I reach Heaven. God bless you - each one. I confide you to the protection of our Blessed Mother. SISTER MARY OF THE EUCHARIST No, we cannot forget Sister in our prayers. Nor can we be indifferent to her wish that we remain faithful to duty. Those of us who are not music students can catch her true meaning in her urging fidelity from the music students. Assured of Sister's watchful prayers in our behalf, we accept her challenge, to love duty, to serve our school, our neighbors and our God. With Sister's beautiful example before us as proof that such devotion and strength of character will be the foundation of our success and happiness, we can think of no better dedication to the memory of this great soul, than to carry her spirit on in our lives. This too, will be our tribute to Sister Mary Hedwige who died on December 20, 1956. Conscientious devotedness to her responsibilities is one more reminder of the example we are to follow if we would be true to the Holy Names. 18

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Lay Apostles Spend Three Days At Notre Dome The time -- 6:00 on August 23. The place -- the railroad station in Albany. The persons -- a group of neatly dressed girls and two Sisters of the Holy Names. The dialogue -- excited conversation about their destination, the seventeenth convention of the Catholic Students Mission Crusade at the University of Notre Dame. This anticipation was satisfied at their arrival at Notre Dame where they were impressed by the campus and the famous golden dome of Our Lady. After registering and settling luggage, most of the delegates went to bed for a much needed rest while their more energetic companions explored the campus. The Convention officially began on the twenty -fourth with the opening prayer by Father Clifford King, founder of the C.S.M.C. The next two days and nights were spent at discussions in which representatives as well as priests, bishops, and lay people gave many interesting and informative talks about the missions and what they do. In the evening of the twenty -fifth, one of the most impressive events of the convention took place -- the Liv- ing Rosary. Three thousand delegates formed the rosary reciting the beads and singing songs of praise to Mary un- der the direction of the Xavier University Choir. Two evenings were devoted to entertainment. One night there was a concert by the Xavier University Choir. They sang excerpts from Oklahoma and many other well known and loved songs. The other fun item was a talent show presented by many of the representatives. A.H.N. delegates Sue Maloy, Peggy Curran, Peggy Kearns, Mary Rita Siciliano, Marianne Taffe, Clare Ricciardi, Margaret Ringwood, Sue Stey, Jeanne Boylan Anne Marie Covatta, Sue Smith, and Pat Ott decided that the convention was most entertaining and inform- ative. They were particularly impressed by the fact that all -7 black and white, religious and lay -- dele- gates ate and worked and played together. The memories of the convention will inspire these girls for a long time to come and will remind them to be zealous lay apostles helping missionaries to extend Christ's kingdom on earth. CSMCers Margaret Kearns Mary Rita Siciliano . Suzanne Smith, Margaret Curran, Susan Stey, , N- Rallles to the Patricia Ott, Jeanne Boylan and Susan Maloy. Cause of the Missions On September 28, the first assembly of the year was held. Fittingly, the theme of the assembly was Mission, one of the most important duties of our faith. The meeting was conducted by Mary Glavin, senior mission leader. After the introduction of class mission leaders, short talks were given by the girls who had at- tended the C.S.M.C. Convention at Notre Dame. An explanation of the history and emblem of the Crusade followed. Mary Glavin then made a few suggestions on the governing of the Crusade at A.H.N. and introduced Father Edgar who told us of his experiences with mission work. The meeting was closed with the recitation of the Crusade Pledge. 'Those who attended the assembly began to think more b ' ' k. M ' l l 'th th ' A group of conventioners enjoy two Medical a out mlsslon wot any prevlous Y ax W1 eu Missionary Sisters who explain one important contributions and prayers for the missions became mis- phase of missionary activity. sionaries in their own right by offering prayers and sacrifices with the hope that someday al1 might know the Savior of the world.

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5 if Ml., Mary Patricia Lyons, Vice-Prefect in 1955-1956 SODALITY OFFICERS: Mary Lib Chelius, Secretaryg Margaret Ringwood, Treasurer, Mary Theresa Higgins, Prefectg Mary Beth Nolan, Vice-Prefect. UNIT LEADERS: SEATED: Mary Anne Britt, Mary Glavin. STANDING: Mary Alice Conners, Helen Matthews, Margaret I-lalpin, Maureen Maloy, Mary Margaret Riccardi . n Nl In lmifaiion A good beginning spells success. This year we recall the devoted self-sacrifice of the Sodality officers of last year in initiating the unit system into the school. We look to the example of these officers for inspiration. But now we know that we can count on even greater help from Mary Pat Lyons, Vice-Prefect of the class of '56, who died on February 17, 1957. Just as Mary Pat always lived in the service of others, so now we know that she will continue that service to the organization nearest her heart. Her dedication to Mary was evident to all her classmates who recall so fondly her cheerful smile, jovial conversation, interest in others, her loyalty and industry, and her zeal for the work of the Sodality. We know that in Mary Pat we can find the model Sodalist, the ideal A.H.N. girl. With Mary Pat as our inspiration, we continue her work in the So- dality by increasing interest in our unit system. The Sodality officers: Mary Theresa Higgins, Prefectg Mary Beth Nolan, Vice-Prefectg Mary Lib Chelius, Secretaryg and Margaret Ringwood, Treasurer, realize the value of well -planned meetings if the girls are to benefit by them. The four-fold end of the Sodality, devotion to Mary, personal sancti- fication, santification of neighbor and de- ? fense of the Chruch of Jesus Christ, is the foundation for the overall plan of these unit meetings. Unit leaders meet twice a week - on Mondays to choose a subject of discussiong on Wednesdays to share ideas on the topic chosen. The responsibility is then taken over by each Sodalist who realizes that the unit system depends on the enthus- iastic zeal of each member. 19