Schulte High School - Spire Yearbook (Terre Haute, IN)

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n Idea Materializes i . VZ U . IE ..:,f -::--- 43 ' N2 5 Ai:-c- E K --.,., 1. u . All The newly completed convent, which now houses 10 Sisters, can adequately accommodate 16 to 18. 1 j. '- 4, ,- A. ' : 'X . X ' . ' ' 'A'-U ' :-, . x . W H ZA . i'seef.i.rw- . . i w if -171 . J These Sisters admire the effects of their community room. 'W 'hu- 'wlKaw -1A.mst.., Above: The inviting comfort of thc t'0llV0l1t parlor attracts guests and visitors. Below: The recreation room enables the sisters to sp:-ml their few leisure moments on an atmosphere of fun. Accommodating the ever increasing number of sisters presented a problem until the spaci- ous new convent was completed. As antici- pation mounted, their dream became a reality. A parlor and a recreation room mirror two reflections of a nun's personality. To people other than her religious associates, a sister seems always to display a professional appear- ance. In the seclusion of her recreation room, she may occupy her leisure time relaxing among those of her own community. 11 , i Q

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The 4-hupel, our sourvc of grace, comforts us. 66 . . . A House Of Prayer Discontinuing its nomadic wanderings, our chapel took permanent residence between the school and convent. Combining the old with the new, the chapel presents a pleasant and spiritually inspiring appearance. Open to students early every morning, the chapel is the scene of daily confession opportunities. The statues of Mary and Joseph watch over those who come to visit the Blessed Sacrament or chat with the saints. Already the chapel has witnessed two important events in its young history: one, Father Beechern's offering the first Mass in memory of a graduate from last yearls senior classg and two, its blessing by Arch- bishop Paul C. Schulte in January. 10

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The sanctity of the Pope of Pence influenced world opinions during his mise reign. Perhaps no other man has exerted greater influence on modern times than Pope Pius XII. Called a minister of peace in a warring world, he constantly worked for world har- mony. While great leaders often shunned the advice of others, they always paused at the words of this Pope of Peace. Following his death the Church was father- less, but not for long. In October the college of cardinals gave us a new pastor-Pope John XXIII. Pope John XXIII, at devotee of modernizing the Cliurch in some respects, has recently announced plans for an Ecunienicul Council. Shepherds Protect l 3 4' .MX From these holy surroundings the Vicalrs of Christ have guided the faithful for centuries