Montgomery
Catholic Preparatory School hosted a candlelight dinner party on November 7,
2012 to honor their donors who consistently supported the school for multi
generations. The event entertained arriving guests with the music of the
Montgomery Catholic Jazz Band. Dinner was preceded with a social hour where
guests mingled with old friends, browsed student artwork, and refreshed
memories with a revolving digital collection of photographs dating back to
1927.
The
inaugural event began with a welcome from Marc Starrett. Fr. Patrick Driscoll
offered the blessing before dinner. Anne
Ceasar presented an overview of the school highlighting student achievement.
Fr. David
Carucci introduced the keynote speaker, Archbishop of Mobile, Thomas J. Rodi, whose
remarks reflected on the longevity and excellence of Catholic education in the
United States for more than 200 years. He commented on their traditional inclusiveness
of children, which for low income and immigrant families was key in providing their
future. Because of a rapidly changing
society he acknowledged the ever increasing importance of Catholic school’s
primary focus to develop what God has given each child.
Finally, Archbishop
Rodi extended his sincere thanks to the donors for having recognized their
value in moving Montgomery Catholic forward in spirituality and academics. He
commended the school for the long history of shaping students for the future
since 1873 and looks forward to their continued success.
Closing
remarks were offered by Anna Lee Ingalls who acknowledged the faith of donors
in supporting the school because of their faith in Christ.
The evening
was concluded with a blessing from Monsignor Charles Troncale.
