Good Counsel High School - Counselor Yearbook (Chicago, IL)

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MOTHER OF GOOD COUNSEL CLUB Mother of Good Counsel Club, a religious organization has a two-fold purpose, namely: spiritual and educational. The Club, spiritually has for its purpose the in- crease of personal sanctification and the spread of intense devotion to Mfary. The love for Our Lady is above all the motive of the Club hence, the members assemble on Saturdays and Sundays to sing hymns in honor of the Blessed Mother. This Club observes the first Sunday of the month as the day of the organization by attendance at Mass, reception of Holy Communion and the recitation of the office of the Blessed Virgin. The members of the Club meet on every second Sunday of the month to discuss spiritual affairs. Various religious practices are discussed and suggested for each month, and a patron saint for the lnonth is selected. The secondary purpose is educational. and tends to develop among the members literary appreciation. Through its attractive bulletin-board, the organization brings before its members apt quotations, instructive clippings, club news ami religious inspirations, which help wonderfully toward attaining the goal. To make the Club more active and enthusiastic, as well as to develop facility in the public speaking, debates, addresses, monologues and various literary compo- sitions constitute the entertaining program of the meetings. The meetings are lively for the members show an increased interest in all undertakings of the organization. l'nder the direction of the chairman and whole-hearted efforts of the capable staff of officers, the organization has attained a great success and strove to answer the purpose of its institution. Chairman ....... .. .Sophia Tyniczyszyn President ...... ....... S usan Miotke Vice-President . ...Mary Leszezyliska Secretary . ..... , ..... ...... ..... . ....... l 1 ose Przybyla l'reasurer .............................. Stella Klisiewicz lhe'number of the members is great and they are confident that the Blessed Mother in heaven approves of the work of ller promoters. Sophia Sawicka, '31, ,5et'f4 1'275f.N 'i: '.. N ll ik Q... 'fix ::z11',: '1'T7i:i'- i1.71:'g':ifizf,:. -.: ' fr' t f 'i- iff: ,4?C?kfl' 223' V ,.: Ltmum-A-ll--L1-an-l3M1..Ullf-TJ4ww.n.!ITITlEi--.illTtT..id...li.i1..m.,lv,i.x7..11..,lA .Hl!.I...1...l ..!.t.i....IZ.iil'.HTTili...lKThIl..1..Ct.XAJAUXL. Ul,.Ii.LnLi.ll.1tAi.t.i.I.f:TL Y I , X.: A l-L T-.C-42 dl ,. X1, in f ' w P 'ivy ,, Page .Sevmzly-om' lt ,sible 'X' j .if 1 -, , , tffff Km' 05,5 A.-...V ug

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THE DRAMATIC CLUB The Dramatic Club was an active organization of the Good Counsel High School this year. lts primary aim was to promote interest in dramatic art. At the first meeting held October 19th, 1930, new members were enrolled, and thc following of- ficers were elected: Cecilia liyba ..... .......... P resident Emily Wodniak .... . . . ............ Vice-President Stella Krzesniak ............................... Secretary Gertrude Zielinska ............................ Treasurer The girls met the first Tuesday of every month to plan various activities for the welfare ofthe school. Above all, they strove to develop a spirit of friendliness and cooperation. The club's activities opened with the Freshmen initiation. A short comedy entitled Sing the Song of Seniors, presented by the Senior class, stimulated the girls' interest in the Dramatic Club. This interest was further manifested after the semi-annual examinations, a time when it was most desirable. Wanted a Cook, a farce, a drill, and a monologue were presented. Enjoyment and satisfaction seemed to reflect on all faces present. Throughout the year, the efforts of the amateurs resulted in work of unique value. The crowning feature of the club's wcrk was the wonderful production Follow Thou Me, a biblical drama in four acts. The story deals with the adventures of Daniel, a young scribe of the Temple, and a follower of the Nazarene, in his efforts to remain true to his faith. Beautiful Hebrew and Roman costumes and the elaborate stage settings, brought the audience back to the year 33 A. D. Pontius Pilate is appointed governor of Judea. Beatrice, Claudia's niece, is a handsome Roman maiden with a charming disposition. Her presence at the beauti- ful palace in Judea, comforts Claudia who is bitterly distressed by the unrest pre- valent in Judea. Beatrice and Claudia are eaget to know the future and summon a seeress. They learn from her, that a calamity hovers over them, and that they shall encounter incessant hardships. With the appearance of Daniel, the scribe, life in the governor's palace changes. This noble and courageous youth reveals to his Jewish friends the story of the Nazarene, and wishes to make them believe in the true faith. However, it proves to be a difficult task, because of the misinter- preted ideas of the Jews, and their jealousy toward Jesus and His works. The mirac- ulous cure of Sara, a daughter of Princess Anna, and Eliakim, a favorite of Caiphas, somewhat influences Daniel's friends who gradually acknowledge the teachings of the Nazarene. Elizabeth, the suspicious and jealous maiden, is the only one who remains obstinate and refuses to accept the teachings of Christ and His works of wonder, but is finally convinced of the truth through the efforts of Daniel, to whom she is betrothed. In the meantime, Pilate's burdened conscience puts him into moods of malicious reaction. He is oppressed by doubts and fears, because of his wife's supplication for Christ's release. Yet, the demands of the Jews outweigh Claudia's petition. Afraid of being accused to Caesar, Pilate heeds not her warning. The fear of offend- ing a moral prince prevailed over Pilate's reason, over justice, the warning of con- science and even the fear of drawing down Divine vengeance, and in his criminal cowardice he delivers Jesus into the hands of the Jews. The way of the Cross be- gins-and reaches its climax with the Crucifixion. Daniel and the followers of Christ are despondent,-the Jews are triumphant. This triumph of the high priests is of short duration, for on the third day Christ arises from the dead. The infuriated Jews who feel conquered by the glor- ious resurrection of Jesus Christ vent their ire on Daniel, the scribe, and seize him and Elizabeth. Lucius who has become a follower of Jesus of Nazareth seeks to make retributions to Daniel for the insults heaped upon him. An opportunity pre- sents itself, hence, he hastens to secretly release Daniel from the hands of the fur- ious mob. He leads the scribe from Antonio's prison, in disguise of a Roman sol- dier who in the company of Lucius joins Caesar's army and returns to Jerusalem. Here at Pilate's court, they both meet Elizabeth and Beatrice. Lucius and Daniel publicly proclaim their belief in Christ. Lucius and Beatrice go to Rome, to carry on the work of evangelizing and protecting the persecuted followers of Jesus Christ. Daniel and Elizabeth go to Caesarea, where they establish a school and teach the followers of Christ. The players although only amateurs deserve special mention and honor for their strenuous ami ardent efforts in making the drama a success. The difficult roles of the drama have been mastered, and displayed the dramatic talents of the amateurs. To them we extend sincere congratulations. Anna Tomkowicz, '31, 4? 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