Comments on: Celebrating our Cristo Rey schools

By: John

John — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 23:50:23 +0000

Sr. Maureen Clark, CSJ, is a one-woman force of faith, who has worked tirelessly on behalf of incarcerated women for many years, most notably at MCI-Framingham. Besides the educational and employment training opportunities at the prison mentioned by the cardinal, Sr. Maureen provides a host of spiritual events–from one-on-one spiritual direction, to weekly inspirational talk and discussion presentations by noted, outside speakers, to retreats, and most especially weekly Mass. She single-handedly coordinates a program that provides mentoring and support to women after their release. This vital benefit is not funded or provided by the state. Thank YOU, Sr. Maureen, for your love for and dedication to these women.

By: Mesely

Mesely — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 17:03:13 +0000

Dear Cardinal O’Malley,
What a beautiful blog you have! It’s so nice to read about your experiences and apostolate, and to see pictures. May God continue blessing you and working through you.

Christ’s Peace,
Mesely

P.S.: Can’t wait to meet you during your visit to Magdalen College!

By: Coleman McCarron

Coleman McCarron — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 03:35:56 +0000

Dear Cardinal Sean,

My name is Coleman McCarron and I attend BC high this year as a freshman. First off I want to give my condolences for the loss of Father Richard. As you probably know BC high is a Jesuit school so I found it very interesting the part of your blog about Father Foleys involvement with the Cristo Rey movement. I also enjoyed the part about the L’Arche communities that Msgr. O’leary is involved with.

Sincerly,
Coleman

By: shannon m.

shannon m. — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 00:40:30 +0000

Dear cardinal sean,
i am so sorry about the passing of Father Richard John Neuhaus.
It is very interesting that there are 150 consecrated virgins in the United States. I loved seeing the pictures of the church at Christmas. It is very pretty.
From, shannon

By: thecla

thecla — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:06:58 +0000

what a delight to see all the events.it gives new light to a dark world and hope for catholic christians.

our catholic faith is full of ritual and joy it elevates the whole person.
i imagine those who may be downcast if they look and see it will give them new hope and courage.

By: Sr. Christina Miriam

Sr. Christina Miriam — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:47:13 +0000

Dear Cardinal Sean,
I’m a huge fan of your blog and just wanted to thank you this week for including the photo of My Jewish Friend. Our editorial team is very proud of this book–and of our local author, Celia Sirois!
God bless you and all your good work in our Archdiocese.
You’re in our prayers,
Sr. Christina Miriam
Children’s Editor
Pauline Books & Media

By: Mariah

Mariah — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 23:29:51 +0000

Dear Cardinal Sean,
I was sorry to hear about Father Richard John Neuhaus passing away. I will make sure that I keep him in my prayers.

I wanted to congratulate Joan McCann on becoming a consecrated virgin. She is somebody to look up to for following her calling from God!

St. Michael’s Parish in Lowell looked stunning! They did a wonderful job decorating for Christmas!

I look forward to hearing you next blog!
Sincerely,
Mariah
7th grade student at St. Paul School in Hingham

By: Mikayla

Mikayla — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 22:45:42 +0000

I am sorry for the loss of your friend and fellow priest. My name is Mikayla McGrath and I’m in 7th grade at St. Paul school in Hingham Massachusetts and we would very much appriciate it if you came to our school to visit us. The food at the bottom that was prpared for you and the others there looks delicious. Also I can’t wait till ” My Jewish Friend” comes to my local bookstore. Thankyou for this exiting blog! I look forward to the next one
Thank You,
Mikayla McGrath

By: Marissa

Marissa — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 22:18:25 +0000

Dear Cardinal Sean,

I am a student of Saint Paul School in Hingham, Massachusetts.After reading your blog, I thought is was fantastic how those women decided to stay devoted to God and pure to their bodies. The picture of the Nativity scene was BEAUTIFULLY decorated. After seeing those dishes of food, I almost wanted them for myself, they looked delicious! : ) Once again, this was a fantastic blog.

~Marissa~

By: George Whitley

George Whitley — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 22:13:32 +0000

Hello,

I am George Whitley a freshman at BC High. I was really intrigued reading your blog. Some of the work you do I had no idea priests did. I was particularly impressed by the programs set up at the women’s prison. It also seems you get to meet a lot of wonderful people, especially the senior priests.

Sincerly,
George

By: Hugh

Hugh — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 22:00:26 +0000

It looks like Cardinal Sean had another very busy week! It was sad to read about Father Richard’s passing. He seems like he was a faithful servant of God and a wonderful man. Cardinal Sean must have had a wonderful time with the Sister Disciples of the Divine Master. He was treated with food and singing! I would have loved to hear the Christmas carols that were sung at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross.

By: Hugh

Hugh — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 21:53:00 +0000

Hello, I am an eight-grade student at St. Paul School in Hingham. I was sad to read about Father Richard’s passing. He seems like he was a faithful servant of God and a wonderful man. It seemed as if Cardinal Sean had a wonderful time with the Sister Disciples of the Divine Master. It looks like Cardinal Sean had another very busy week!

By: Celene

Celene — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 20:18:44 +0000

Dear Cardinal Sean,
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Father Richard John Neuhaus. I will make sure to keep him in my prayers.
I am also very glad that you and other parish parishioners are keeping these ancient Catholic rituals alive. It is important for them not to die out because they are a part of the religion and Catholic History. Thanks for another great blog!
Sincerely,
Celene, a 7th Grade student attending St. Paul School

By: Kate

Kate — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 03:00:12 +0000

Cardinal Sean -

I am very sorry for the loss of Father Richard John Neuhaus.

The Mass for the 125th Anniversary of St. Michael’s Parish must have been wonderful. It looks like a beautiful Church. I loved the Nativity Scene. I also liked the displays of the Parish’s history.

It sounds like the women’s prison has a great program, and a great Church, too. What was it like visiting the women in solitary confinement?

I hope you have a blessed week.

- Kate, Grade 7, St. Paul School, Hingham MA

By: Gabrielle

Gabrielle — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 02:09:20 +0000

Dear Cardinal Sean,
I am so sorry about the loss of Father Richard John Neuhaus. Father Foley must of been quite honored to receive the nation’s second-highest civilian honor from President Bush. I hope that you are doing well and I enjoy you blogs!

God bless you,

Gabrielle
St. Paul School
Hingham MA

By: Mackenzie

Mackenzie — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 22:47:31 +0000

Dear Cardinal Sean,
I really enjoyed reading your blog this week. I am very sorry about the loss of Father Neuhaus. I look foward to reading your next blog. -Mackenzie

By: Lindsey

Lindsey — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 22:43:03 +0000

Dear Cardinal Sean,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Father Richard John Neuhaus. He will be missed greatly. St. Michael’s Parish looks so beautiful! The book my Jewish friend looked interesting. Congradulations to North Cambridge Catholic High School and Notre Dame High School in Lawrence and Father Foley!

God Bless!,
Lindsey, a 7th grader at St.Paul school

By: Jake

Jake — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 16:15:22 +0000

Cardinal Sean, I am sorry to here about the loss of Father Richard John Neuhaus, he seemed like a great person, I hope he enjoys the rest of his life with God.

Jake
Grade 7
St.Paul’s School Hingham

I hope you visit us soon!

By: Sr Cécile

Sr Cécile — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 03:04:44 +0000

Dear Cardinal Sean,

I appreciate all that you share with us through your Blog. As always, I am amazed over all that you accomplish in the course of a day, a week, etc. I pray that our Good Lord will keep you healthy and wise during this New Year 2009.

Gratefully, Sr Cécile in Moncton NB Canada

By: Jenna

Jenna — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 21:50:22 +0000

Dear Cardinal Sean,

I think it is great how the MCI-Framingham has a program through Boston University which gives women the chance to earn a bachelor’s degree while they are still in prison. It is a excellent opportunity for women to turn their life around. I think it is good how the women who get their degrees can have a variety of career opportunities after they get out of prison.

Sincerely,
Jenna

By: Thomas

Thomas — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 06:48:50 +0000

Happy New Year, Your Eminence.

The loss of Father Neuhaus is heartbreaking. He is irreplaceable and we will need his intercession over the next 4 years.