Our Lady of Grace Academy - Mediatrix Yearbook (Beech Grove, IN)

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Ring Rites Fulfill Long- Awaited Dream Ring Day for the Juniors marks another milestone in their high school career. The blessing and presentation ceremony is traditionally held on December 8, the feast of the Immacu- late Conception. The symbolism in the ring ' s design has special meaning for Grace students who wear it. The dove is symbolic of the Holy Spirit, the source of grace and wisdom, depicted by the rays coming forth from the dove. The M reminds the wearer of the role of the Blessed Mother in each one ' s life. The cross and the let- ters C.S.P.B. (cross of the Holy Father Benedict) denote the Benedic- tine influence in the school. Seniors pass a tradition on to their suc- cessors. Father Kenneth Smith blesses the rings in the solemn ceremony. Jenni Sipes happily displays her ring. Kathy Hull, Georgianne Kempe, and Shari Johnson at breakfast after cere- mony.

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Women and Fashions Highlight of the Mother-Daughter party was the style show. The daugh- ters modeled Paul Harris fashions that accented hats, scarves and purses. Trying to keep up with the ever- changing fashions is a challenge to every female. After the show, a Paul Harris repre- sentative demonstrated the many ways to wear scarves that add interest to any wardrobe. Monica Leonard is ready to model her outfit. Maureen Gilday and Laura Cos- tin are in the background. Senior and junior models pose in their stylish Paul Harris fashions.

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Christinas Spirit Shared Among Friends Christmas spirit and cheer pervaded Grace halls in the weeks before Christ- mas. Christmas angels were surprising Kris Kindls with gestures of thought- fulness. There were thoughts of the Cantata, the Holly, the Christmas party. The seniors hosted the party and Christmas angels revealed identities to their Kris Kindls. With a flurry of excitement came the exchange of gifts. What a happy beginning for the rwo- weeks ' holiday vacation! Santa Claus feels a bit stuffed. A typical scene in a cheer-filled gym. Hungrily, Sheila Blanton takes her cookies. Surely not! It ' s broken. Theresa Mar- shall laments. Riva Benz laughs.