Excitement was in the air and the conversation was lively at the annual Mothers’ Club Fall Mass & Reception on Wednesday, September 13. It was a special time to catch up with old friends and meet new ones as we begin the 2017–2018 school year.
Mary Pat Hickey, president of the Mothers’ Club, welcomed all and gave us an overview of the upcoming year ahead. Mary Pat reminded us about the Grandparent/Student Mass & Breakfast on Sunday, September 24, and the Autumn Gathering on Wednesday, October 11. She encouraged us to get involved and volunteer on the web page.
Loyola Academy President Rev. Patrick E. McGrath, SJ, celebrated Mass with an inspirational homily. When Mass ended, Loyola Academy Principal Dr. Kathryn Baal discussed the transition of our students to the new schedule.
Many thanks to event Chairwomen Mary Plodzeen and Mary Banas Hess, Fr. McGrath, Dr. Baal, Kevin Wood, the beautiful choir and all the volunteers who gave of their time and talents to make this a special day for all. These events would not be possible without Director of Special Events Sophie Streeter and Special Events Coordinator Joan Schniedwind.