This past weekend my wife and I went to Notre Dame for my 20th year reunion. We had such a wonderful time enjoying the gorgeous campus, visiting with old friends, and attending many though-provoking seminars. Soon after we arrived on Friday we attended a seminar on leadership, the 8 habits of highly effective people, and the Beatitudes. As I sat in that classroom, listening to a passionate and well prepared professor speak, I couldn't help but notice the crucifix that hung on the wall, and my eyes watered. I am so grateful for having had the opportunity to attend this wonderful university and for having been able to attend a Catholic institution. How beautiful to sit in a normal looking classroom, while weaving the messages of the beatitudes with principles of leadership.
The weekend began with mass at each dorm since each class had their own dorm. Mass was celebrated just with my class and the priest was also a former classmate. We prayed for those who had passed (which we honored by name), expressed gratitude for years past, and hope for the future. There was also an all-classes mass at the Basilica on Saturday presided by Father Jenkins, President of the University. Every official banquet or dinner began with prayer. Was there partying, drinking, and dancing? Of course! Was there lots of conversations that had nothing to do with church, religion, or God? Most definitely! But how wonderful to have a reunion that included such presence of Christ. I think it makes a big difference to be able to attend a Christian university. I'm so glad I was blessed with this gift.
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sounds wonderful Hector :)
Posted by: Lorna | June 11, 2006 at 12:25 PM