Catholic Central High School - Spires Yearbook (Grand Rapids, MI)

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The Feast of the Presentation of Mary in the Temple fNovember 2 l 1 From the time that man lost eternal happiness as a result of Adam and Eve's sin in Paradise, the Hebrews believed that a woman chosen by God would give birth to a Redeemer who would refopen to them the Gates of Heaven. Ann, a holy woman married to Joachim, prayed that she might be the mother of the Savior, but, to her sorrow, she remained childless for twenty years of her married life. Suddenly, by a miracle, a child was conceived in the womb of Ann. The baby born to her was a girl instead of a boy, nevertheless, in her happiness, Ann promised to offer her beloved daughter, whom she named Mary, to God. Wheii Mary had reached the age of three, her parents decided that the time had come for them to fulfill their promise. So they planned to take their only child to the Temple in Jerusalem. Mary was grieved at the thought of leaving her devoted par' ents behind, but she was supremely happy in knowing that she would be nearer to her Creator. After bidding a fond farewell to her mother and father, little Mary joined her new friends who were unaware that in their midst was the Virgin of all virgins, the Queen of all queens, the Mother of all mothers, and the GREATEST SAINT the world would ever know. The Presentation of Mary in the Temple is celebrated by the Church on Novem' ber 21. On this day, the faithful are reminded of the great sacrifice Joachim and Ann made by offering their beloved and only child to serve in the Temple of the Lord. After leaving her parents, her friends, and all her little girlish desires, to prove her love and devotion to her Maker, Mary gave herself entirely to God. On this day she also made a vow of virginity. Mary began each day in the Temple by whispering fervent prayers. During the day, she made beautiful tapestries, wove garments for the priests, and learned many household duties. She also learned the ancient Hebrew language perfectly, and studied Holy Scripture, thoroughly. Together with her stainless heart and soul, Mary offered all her acts to God. Daily she renewed her vow of virginity, and often asked God to help her become more perfect. The Blessed Virgin is an example of perfect humility and charity. She was ever faithful in her services to God, and kept frequent vigils in His honor. Her happy smile seemed to be accompanied by the songs of Angels, and her virtuous life had a great influence on all her associates. Since the Presentation of Mary in the Temple, she has been a shining example to all mankind. -Cleo Talas, '45

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'FF Gala Nlte + Initiation The Varsity Club sponsored a patriotic affair on November 23. Twentyffour lettermen, clad in white, with crimson lipstick and blue bruises cov- ering various portions of their anatomies, were put through the rigors of their annual initiation. W ANT YOUR FORTUNE GAMBLIN HOUSE OF TERROR MARE THAT bHO T, In-X THER DUMPHX!