November 21, 2011
Dear Ursuline community,
In this season of Thanksgiving, we are reminded of the many
gifts and blessings we have here at Ursuline Academy. At a time when we have so much for which to
be grateful, it is important to pause and take time to count these blessings.
Thank you to the entire Ursuline community for working
together and giving so generously of your time and talented creativity. The recent Brescia Ball was a huge success
thanks to your efforts. Your generosity
makes Ursuline Academy a special place to work, study, and grow!
In particular, thank you to the faculty and staff who embody
the spirit of Serviam in their
tireless efforts to create a positive and nurturing environment for your
daughters. With their dedication, all
things are possible.
At our Thanksgiving liturgy on November 22, we will offer a
special Memorial Mass for Mrs. Fran Lahey, a beloved former faculty member, and
John Brendan O’Connor, Sister Mary O’Connor’s brother who passed away recently. Although they are no longer with us, we
continue to be grateful for their presence and influence in each of our lives.
We must also be grateful for the leadership of the Ursuline
Sisters, especially Sister Angela Krippendorf o.s.u. ’59, who was honored at the
Brescia Ball this past weekend. We are blessed
to have the sisters as models of faith, women who truly live Serviam each day.
I am honored to be leading Ursuline Academy. Thank you for all that you do to advance the
mission of the Ursuline Sisters!
Have a restful and blessed Thanksgiving!
Rosann M. Whiting
