Morris Catholic High School - Shield Yearbook (Denville, NJ)

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Teaching Stirs Jo DIRECTING is not all hard worklfReverend Anthony McLoughlin smiles, observing the success of his work and of a job well done. ONE of the many different moods of Mr. David Whalen is displayed in his always unpredictable U.S. History II class. l i IN an effort to keep convent grounds colorful, Sister M. Helen Joseph waters flowers while Laura Brill pulls out a wild weed. in Creative Spirit To build upon and enrich the God-given talents inherent in the student body is the task which the administration of Morris Catholic has taken upon itself. The faculty works on the premise that the talents of the students are developing and each teacher works towards the goal of the student body reaching the height of development. This entails an overall involvement of students with faculty. Students and teachers can only embark on their commitment with an open mind and an open heart. They must learn to give as well as to receive. Giving and receiving is exemplified by MC's faculty- student relationships. Each priest, sister and lay teacher is a necessary element in the spirit of giving: the giving of their time, their energy and finally the giving of themselves. As a result of their generosity, the faculty receives the tremendous satisfaction of seeing their students grow in wisdom and in grace. The student likewise gives of his cooperation and respect so that he may reap the benefits of his instructor's wisdom. SOMETIMES a change of scenery can revitalize the spirit. Sister M. Joan ofArc views MC'S campus from her oilice window.

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The Love Which Moves the ADDRESSING Crusaders at First Friday Mass, Reverend Anthony McLaughlin challenges them to uphold Christian ethics every day for the rest of their lives. To each individual person Religion has a unique meaning but its ultimate purpose is to instruct all souls in the knowledge of God. This goal is achieved not only through the religion classes, but also through the Liturgy of the Church which plays an important role in the shaping of Catholic ideals. As a result of the Second Vatican Council the Liturgy was revised in an effort to bring the Church closer to the laity. This year at Morris Catholic, through the efforts of the Reverend Ronald Amandolare, chairman of the Religion department, the Folk Mass in the audi- torium has been introduced to replace the traditional Mass formerly celebrated each morning in the Chapel of Saint Bernadette. Using electric guitars and tambourines, designated students provide accompaniment for the Psalms sung by the congregation. These melodies, adapted from con- temporary music, are selected to fit the pace of modern youth. Proof that this change has been widely accepted by the student body lies in the fact that attendance at daily Mass is as much as eight times greater than previously. Further evidence is shown in that the majority of the students continue to attend First Friday Mass although it is no longer obligatory. Some students strive for deeper spiritual involvement by membership in the Sodality of the Blessed Virgin Mary. They dedicate themselves not only to their personal improvement but also to helping others by means of apostolic projects like the collection of books for soldiers in Viet Nam and Appalachia. Religion studies aim at involvement in God, Church, and country for a better society. REFLECTION on a day's activities brings William Sutton to MC's chapel.