Seton Hall University - Galleon Yearbook (South Orange, NJ)

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ommunity Joins In Prayer Celebrating An Annual Tradition Here in this place new light is streaming ; now is the darkness vanished away. See, in this space, our fears and our dreamings, brought here to you in the light of this day . These lyrics, written by Marty Haugen, set the mood for the annual Mass of the Holy Spirit. The light of day was indeed streaming on the Science Building lawn at midday on September 14, as hundreds of students, faculty, administration and staff participated in the first organized Mass of the academic year. Mass was celebrated by Monsignor John J. Petillo with the assis- tance of all the priests on campus. He was also aided by a number of students who read scripture passages and petitions and carried banners and gifts. The music for the Mass was presented by students of the Seminary. Monsignor Petillo ' s homily was of dual purpose. It served as an official welcome to everyone to the aca- demic year, and also offered an analogy to help make the year successful for everyone. Using the story from the movie Chariots of Fire as an example. Monsignor showed the usefulness and need for such virtues as discipline, character and courage. He asked that everyone devel- op these virtues in themselves and be content with who they are. Many students were present to share in the celebra- tion. The fact that classes were cancelled from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. helped to establish the significance of atten- dance and the importance of the spiritual opening of the year. Sophomore Julie Carretta said The Mass was well organized and very beautiful. I hope it foreshadows the year ahead. Mass was ended with an invitation for all to a lunch served on the front lawn. The flawless weather, musical strains and camaradarie of the day were signs of the fact that indeed a new light was streaming which brought with it the presence of the Holy Spirit. by Carla Salewski areaxing Dreaa rogerner: Aamin- strators and students shared their lunch and their time as an extension of the day ' s celebration. Reading the petitions: Mario Visco led the congregation in prayer. i 12 Student Life

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AND STUDENTS WELCOME FAMILIES St ION HALL UNIVERSITY Looking over Information: Kelly Gwelgio learns about the require- ments and history of the University. Posing for a group picture: Chez leads freshmen on a tour of the campus. Orientation 1 1

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