MILTON, Mass. — This week marks the annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States.
As such, Fontbonne Academy welcomed Archbishop Richard Henning of the Archdiocese of Boston Monday to speak with students and staff, while learning more about the school’s mission and programs.
Archbishop Henning led the opening Mass at the school and passed on words of wisdom to the student body. Fontbonne students participated in discussions and service projects aimed at fostering unity, inclusion, and social justice, even making blankets and bracelets for needy men, women, and children at Bethany Hill Place in Framingham.
“It was a true privilege to welcome Archbishop Henning to Fontbonne, especially during our 70th Anniversary,” said Head of School Maura Spignesi. “His presence and inspiring message about being the ambassadors of God’s love and women of service to others highlight the importance of Catholic education and our mission to empower young women.”
In addition to the liturgy, the school hosted a performance honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as a prelude to Black History Month.
“One of the greatest lessons we take from the Sisters of St. Joseph is the peaceful resolution of conflict,” said Spignesi. “As we celebrate Martin Luther King and all that he stood for, our young women will listen, learn, sing, dance, and be joyful in sharing the message of unifying love and ensuring that everyone has a place at the table, with their voices heard.”
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