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iQ)t. Mary 's Cathedral opens its doors to all seeking solace and solidarity with a Day of Remembrance, Prayer and Hope on September 11. The all-day event will include community prayer with Archbishop William J. Levada, musical entertainment and inspiration from local artists, and times for personal prayer and reflection while walking a specially installed labyrinth or viewing a Day of Remembrance Art Exhibit. Visitors will also be able to sign a Book of Remembrance that will later be sent to churches ministering to peop le in the neighborhood of Ground Zero. Among the more than 200 volunteers involved with the event is Anne McFarlin of St. Brendan Parish , San Francisco who designed and made the bindings for the Book of Remembrance. The book will visit several New . York churches near Ground Zero and a Bronx church th at lost many of its members on September 11. It will finally DAY OF REMEMBRANCE, page 8

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Hats off to the eloquent renderings of winners in the St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Mateo County's You Got Mail essay contest. Leading the oratorical parade were Hisham Dahud , and Michelle Ancelj, St. Dunstan Elementary, Millbrae,- and Tiffany Yim, Immaculate Heart of Mary Elementary, Belmont. Congrats to SVDP T-shirt design winner, Lauren Andaya, Our Lady of Mercy Elementary, Daly City....Honored for their winning words of poetry in a Spring competition sponsored by Catholic Daughters of America No. 1707, Novate, were Sean Cleary, Nicole Dal Porto, Jonathan Legnitto, Annie Tome. The group also announced a good time was had by all at its annual scholarship luncheon at Our Lady of Loretto Parish. Special thanks to pastor, Father Bill McCain, and event chairs, Connie Baczynski and Janet Johnk.... Helping guide the goings-on at Mercy High School, San Francisco, are new student body

Happy 100th birthday to Charlotte Frances Grimley, member of St. Cecilia Parish since 1927, and mom to Frank Grimley, Doris Grimley, Charlotte Tracy and Sister Kathleen Grimley, a Daughter of Charity. Thanks to Charlotte 's granddaughter, Kathy Grimley Baker for the info. Among Charlotte's great grandchildre n attending local Catholic schools are Shannon Anderegg, Notre Dame, Belmont; Chris and Mitchell Anderegg, St. Dunstan s; Ryan and Kyle Baker, St. Catherine of Siena; Jackie and Melody Wallace , St. Robert 's. Family and friends gather for prayer and celebration of Charlotte's first century on Sept. 15 with Mass at St. Cecilia and, later, nourishment and nostalgia at the Irish Cultural Center. The new centenarian poses with her daughte r, Charlotte Tracy,grandson , Michael Tracy, great granddaughter, Dawn Jolly, and great-great grandson, Patrick Jolly.

Busy raising money to assist local firefighters were the Youth Group and Sandwiches on Sunday ministry of St. Timothy Parish, San Mateo. Thanks to youth group member Leslie Neill, a grad of Bayside Middle School and now a freshman at Mercy High School , Burlingame , for the good news. Leslie said the youth group, started two years ago , has 42 members from public and Catholic schools , and is "an opportunity to practice our faith and give back to the community. " Back from left: Father Arturo Albano , pasto r; firefighter Chris Cilia; Keisarina Hafoka.Middle from left: Sharon Dekker-Pasini; Stephanie Morello , a San Mateo firefighte r and St. Tim's alum; Jenelle Alexander, Arcie De Los Santo s,, Leslie Neill, Manusiu Fatui. Front: Alexandria Bonnani. Shutterbug was Leslie 's mom , Sue.

officers , Toni Bautista , Michelle Laguatan, Jasmine Suguitan, and Stephanie Sedell Happy 25 years married to Soo and Justin Dahlz of St. Veronica Parish, South San Francisco, and longtime volunteers with parish organizations including the Fathers' Club and the parish school. The couple's son is St. Ignatius senior, John. Thanks to Rosa and John Finnegan, longtime parishioners of Our Lady of Mercy Parish and themselves marking 31 years as husband and wife, for hlhn us in.. ..Happy 96th birthday on Sept. 12th to Tina Ingram, a parishioner of Our Lady of Angels for more than 60 years, and still attending Mass there....Congrats to new officers of the St. Vincent's School for Boys Women's Auxiliary including Maureen Bongi, Miriam Habenicht, Jacquelin Zamberlin, St. Isabella Parish, San Rafael; Irene Freckelton , St. Raphael Parish, San Rafael; Geraldine O'Neill, St. Anselm Parish, Ross; and Colleen Knopf, Our Lady of Loretto Parish, Novate..Welcome aboard at St. Gabriel Elementary to new development director, Vicki Castiglioni Bornstein, and farewell to Marge SummerviUe who has retired from the post. Vicki is a San Francisco native and grad of Epiphany Elementary and Mercy High School, San Francisco....Flying high as newly welcomed Eagle Scouts are Matt Tucker, a senior at Archbishop Riordan High School, and Eric Hage, a senior at Junipero Serra High School. The rites of induction took place at St. Peter Parish, Pacifica, where the lads are members with their proud folks Julie and Steve Tucker and Ellen and Bob Hage. St. Peter pastor Father Len Calegari led prayer at the ceremonies....Remember the LCA Juniors Friends Raiser on Sept. 13th. Young, professional women are invited to find

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A meeting, held in the wake of reports that Father Fred Lenczycki, who served at St. Peter Parish , Pacifica as a parochial vicar fro m 1986 to 1991 , is now accused of child abuse in his home diocese of Joliet , Illinois dre w almost 200 people to the coaslside church on August 29. At least one allegation of abuse said to involve a member of St. Peter 's, have now been made against the priest with the San Mateo County District Attorney 's office. In opening and closing remarks, St. Peter's pastor, Father Leonard Calegari, who was affirmed at least four times during the meeting with applause of support , repeated apologies for the accused priest 's presence at the parish. Father Lenczycki 's assignment to St. Peter 's was approved by the Diocese of Joliet and the Archdiocese of San Francisco, said Father Calegari in a letter to parishioners announcing the meeting. "Today the churc h is 100 times more careful in screening priest candidates ," Father Calegari said , admitting that he failed in not discerning Father Lenczycki' s alleged proclivities and that he was "very sony for that." Father Calegari has been pastor of St. Peter 's since 1981. Also at the meeting were Presentation Sister Antonio Heaphy, director of Pastoral Ministry for the Archdiocese , and Father John Talesfore, director of worship for the

Windows from chapel not St. Paul's church Stained glass windows that will adorn a new mausoleum wing at Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, are not from San Francisco 's St. Paul's Church, as stated in Catholic San Francisco, August 16, 2002. The three panes were removed from the chapel of St. Paul High School Convent following its sale several years ago. "All the church's stained glass windows are still in the church ," said Father Mario Parana, St. Paul' s pastor.

Archdiocese and a member of a recently named committee of priests active in advising Archbishop William J. Levada during the current sex abuse crisis. Father Talesfore reported that his office and Catholic Charities were "preparing resources" for parishes and individuals impacted by the crisis, and affirmed the new committee as a voice of the faithful's concerns to Archbishop Levada. "I know I speak for all priests when I say how deeply we feel pain when someone is hurt throug h abuse especiall y at the hand of one of our own ," Father Talesfore said. He also condemned the previous secrecy by the hierarchy on matters of abuse and promised on behalf of Archbishop Levada "all that can be done to help restore the Church and the people ' s trust in it." More than a dozen men and women, members of St. Peter 's from four to more than 50 years, spoke at the meeting with several asking why the accused abuser was ever at the parish. "Wh y are guilty priests walking away to retirement and elsewhere? " one person asked. "They turn up in other areas, They must go to jail. " A "diocesan network for background checks of priests " was also recommended. "We have to stamp out this evil in the Church," said one speaker who avowed her love for the Church and those who helped her become part of it through Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA). We need to know who our bishops are and they need tc know us," Father Talesfore said during final remarks and in response to a parishioner ' s comment that the faithful are almost anonymous to the hierarchy. He also said the minutes of the meeting would be seen by the new priests' committee and discussed with Archbishop Levada. "The clari ty of the laity 's feelings on this issue is loud and clear," said parishioner Bob O'Donnell who facilitated the evening 's discussion with parishioner, Brian Kelly. A healing service and Mass are scheduled at St. Peter 's foi October 8 at 7 p.m. Father Fred Lenczycki, who was recalled by his home

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St. Hilary 's Parish , Tiburon , is sending a letter oi support to all priests and deacons in the Archdiocese ol San Francisco and inviting Iheni to a Hol y Hour at the parish Sept. 15. In addition , parishioners will begin a continuing prayer effort in support of priests , beginning on September 14. They will pray daily for all the pri ests in the archdiocese and each day for one priest by name. Several parishioners wrote the letter of support , and St. Hilary 's pastor, Father James Tarantino read it at all Masses last weekend. "I asked people to stand if they agreed with the letter," Father Tarantino said. "Everyone did." "The people in the pew have been asking, 'What can we do,' ever since the scandal broke," Father Tarantino said. "They want to do something for the overwhelming number of priests who are not involved in the scandal." Father Tarantino said the prayer for priests does not come in isolation. "We have been praying for the victims of sexual abuse almost every week, in the Prayer of the Faithful ," he said. St. Hilary 's also held a public forum on the scandal in the spring and another following the U.S. bishops' meeting in Dallas this summer. The first forum was attended by about 150 people, the second by about 100, he said. The Hol y Hour, at 2 p.m. on Sept. 15 is open only to priests and deacons, Father Tarantino said. "We'll be submitting ourselves to the providence of the Lord and for the healing of the Church and for healing of all the victims of abuse ," he said.

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NAIROBI , Kenya — The FBI and Kenyan government finding that a U.S. missionary 's death was a suicide was wrong and tarnished the name of the priest, said the papal nuncio to Kenya. "That sentence, meant to destroy the credibility of a witness of the Gospel, isn 't acceptable ," said the nuncio, Archbishop Giovanni Tonucci, during an Aug. 24 Mass near Naivasha to commemorate the second anniversary of Mill Hill Father John Kaiser 's death . Archbishop Tonucci told those gathered for the Mass that Father Kaiser was murdered to "silence" his work as a human rights campaigner. Coadjutor Archbishop John Njue of Nyeri, chairman of the Kenyan bishops ' conference, repeated previous claims that Kenyan authorities did not full y investigate Father Kaiser ' s death.

Catholic clinic in Ho Chi Minh City is f irst under communist rule

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam — The first Catholicrun clinic under communist rule in Ho Chi Minh City has opened as the government pushes for privatization in health care . Archbishop Jean-Baptiste Pham Minh Man of Ho Chi Minh City inaugurated the clinic Aug. 16, reported UCA News, an Asian church news agency based in Thailand. "Be motivated by Christian charity and bear witness to Christ our Lord in your care for all who come here," the bishop told staffers. Representatives of the state health care services, as well as priests and religious, attended the ceremony. Archbishop Man commended the clinic's 24 doctors and 26 nurses . Although Catholics worked together to establish the clinic, he told the staff he is confident they will serve all their compatriots regardless of religious affiliation.

Priest-communist agent sp ied on pop e during Sonet era in Poland

WARSAW, Poland — Before his 1978 election, Pope John Paul II was spied on regularl y by a priest working for the communist secret police, according to new evidence from Polish investi gators. "The agent was a priest — and what's more, he held a very important position not only in the Krakow curia but in the offices of the bishops' conference ," said Marek Lasota, a Krakow-based staffer of Poland's National Remembrance Institute, which studies communist-era archives. "Although not the only agent, he was probably the most important from an operational viewpoint. He wrote his analyses and observations meticulously, exhaustively and correctly," Lasota said. In an interview with the institute's bulletin, Lasota said the secret police had first mentioned the then-Father Karol Wojtyla in reports while he worked at Krakow's St. Florian Parish.

Mug abe supp orters ' threats force missionary to go into hiding

DUBLIN, Ireland — A missionary accused of anti-government activities has been forced into hiding in Zimbabwe after being targeted by President Robert Mugabe's security

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forces , said Irish church officials. Father Patrick 'P.J. Kell y fled from his parish to a safe house Aug. 21 following a visit from a mob claiming to be Mugabe 's "war veterans," who ordered him to "stop spreading subversive politics." The London-based human rights group Amnesty International said Zimbabwe 's "war veterans" are backed b y the police and army and are able to act with impunity. Father Kelly, 60, of Tubbercurry, Ireland, was ordained in 1967 at All Hallows College in Dublin, a seminary specifically set up to provide priests for service overseas. He served for four years in the Diocese of Plymouth, England, before going to the diocese's African mission in Kenya in 1971.

New Milwaukee archbishop calls Catholics to adventure in f idelity

MILWAUKEE — With family, friends, high-ranking church officials and various community representatives lending their prayerful participation, Archbishop Timothy M. Dolan was installed Aug. 28 as the 10th shepherd of the Milwaukee Archdiocese. "This installation begins an adventure in fidelity," Archbishop Dolan said in his homily, inviting everyone in the Milwaukee Archdiocese to join him. He said (here are two challenges that accompany such an adventure: proceeding without fear and following a path to saintliness. The archbishop pledged to help the people of the archdiocese come closer to Christ. "Nothing is possible without God, and with him, all is possible," he said. Stretching the limits of St. Joh n the Evangelist Cathedral' s seating capacity, more than 1,000 attendees at the invitation-onl y event applauded several times, prayed, sang and smiled with Archbishop Dolan , during the threeand-a-half-hour celebration.

Indian archbishop urges panel to f ig ht relig ious mistrust, hatred

NEW DELHI, India—Achurch offic ial has urged India's National Commission for Minorities to join the fight against sectarian hatred and mistrust amid a controversy about alleged Sikh conversions to Christianity. In a letter to a commission member Aug. 26, Archbishop Vincent Concessao of New Delhi said all religions should be united in fighting hunger, illiteracy and other "common enemies" instead of

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VATICANCITY — Vatican officials had no immediate reaction to a report that Pope John Paul II has decided not to make a trip to the Phili ppines in January for the Fourth World Family Meeting in Manila. News agencies reported that the office of Cardinal Jaime Sin of Manila said Aug. 26 that the Vatican had conveyed the "sad news " that the pope would not be able to attend the Jan. 23-26 event. Earlier this summer, Vatican official s had said the pope wanted to make the tri p to Manila and that it had not been ruled out. Vatican aides were concerned , however, that the 13-hour fli ght to the Philippines and the six-hour time difference could take a heavy ph ysical toll on the 82-year-old pontiff, who suffers from a nervous system disorder. - Catholic News Service

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DUBLIN, Ireland — An appeal by an Irish missionary nun on Ireland's national radio station has resulted in thousands of dollars of donations for victims of a severe food shortage in Malawi. Medical Missionary Sister Mary Doonan, who had just arrived back in Ireland from Malawi, made the Aug. 22 appeal on the "Morning Ireland" news program. Since then, donations have been pouring in, said Sister Isabelle Smyth at the community 's press office in Dublin . "We have been inundated by the wonderful outpouring of concern," she said. "These donations are being sent to Malawi immediately. We are letting the sisters there know by e-mail that the money is available so that they can go ahead and buy whatever maize they can find. Our sisters in Malawi , and all of us here, are deeply grateful ," she said.

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By Sharon Abercrombie A possible increase in both sixth grade enrollments and in kindergartens , plus the addition of a new computer education coordinator are new developments on the San Francisco Archdiocesan Catholic school scene , as classes and teachers gear up for the 2002-2003 session. Maureen Huntington , new superintendent of schools , said that a number of principals have indicated a rising interest in middle schools. "Parents are looking at that level, as a good time to send their children to Catholic schools ," she said. Ms. Huntington also announced that Jeff Brain , a former elementary school teacher in Mill Valley has joi ned the school offic e staff as technology coordinator. Mr. Brain will work with teachers and princi pals , offering educational assistance and support. He will also serv e as a liaison between the .public policy committee and parents , to make them aware of legislation that would affect their children. "The service will help parents become belter Ms. informed voters ," exp lained Huntington. Enrollment in the Archdiocesan

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schools will probabl y be close to what it was last year - 28 , 836. Those figure s break down to 20,500 in the 79 elementary schools , and 8,300 in the 14 high schools. Tuition varies among schools; but generall y the average in elementary schools is $3,295. Two children in the same family can be educated for $5,846 per year. In Marin and San Mateo , tuitions can go hi gher , said Ms. Huntington , offering as examples, St. Hilary in Marin County at $4,797 , and Notre Dame, San Mateo at $4,400. ' At the same time, tuition assistance is there to help. Low income families can take advantage of several scholarshi p programs: The Basic fund is a privately funded scholarship created to expand educational opportunities for families in the San Francisco Bay Area. This program provides four-year partial scholarships to help families send their children to the private or parochial school of their choice. They are awarded on the basis of need. Then , there is a $30 million archdiocesan scholarship fund spearheaded b y Archbishop William Levada. Through a series of fund raising events, parishes have

contributed $10 million to date with another $9 million coming from corporations and individuals. Aid is also available for working class and poor families through individual private schools and parishes , said Ms. Huntington. "We don 't lose students because of money," she said. How does she feel about school vouchers? "We can always hope ," said the superintendent. She doesn 't see much possibility for them in the near future , but predicts that "as more voucher initialives .-are approved around the country, the more accepted they will be in the long term," Other relevant facts: The elementary school teacher population among the thre e counties of San Francisco , San Mateo and

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Near Ground Zero, schools and parishes remember selors discuss their memories , fears and hopes on the first anniversary of Sept. 11, "The first anniversary is coming whether we do anything about it or not,'' said Ursuline Sister loanne Callahan, diocesan superintendent of schools. "We wan ted to find a way that we could commemorate those events to help students express their feelings and try to understand those feelings about what happened that day and to help them see their hopes for the future." l Second < wave of funerals \Q >For parishioners at St. James Parish in Basking Ridge , j | 1N.J., the memories of the Sept. 11 teirorist attacks are far from | ° cdistant. In the weeks after the attacks, the parish, which lost 10 0 z r held back-to-back funerals. Now, the pastor said \ < members, Uithey are in their "second wave" of services, since remains of |g lbodies recentl y have been found and sent to families. So "We're not finished," said Msgr. William Capik, the pastor. The priest, who had seen an upsurge in Mass attendance t \% in the two weeks after the attacks, told Catholic News Service S iin a telephone interview that the attendance went back to norby early October. But one thing that has remained conf % mal stan t since last September is the gathering of a group of wid§ cows who are part of a parish bereavement group. am Pastor 1i of Catholic church near

One year alter terro rist attacks on U.S. landmarks , Catholic parishes, agencies and individuals across the nation remember and move one , At least one parish is preparing for a "second wave " of funerals , since remains of bodies recentl y have been found and sent to families. Communities p lan events to mark the Sept. 11 anni versary, dioceses and schools collaborate to help students , and grief ministry and disaster assistance efforts continue.

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For many Catholic schools around the country, Sept. 11 commemorations are not going to be bi g events . In fact, many are simp l y having a time of silence, prayers for peace or Masses in remembrance of those who died. In the New York Archdiocese, which includes schools fairl y close to ground zero, Catholic schools are starting their day with a prayer service and then tying prayer flags — long red, white and blue ribbons with the inscribed word s, peace, love and fortitude — on flag poles. Students at Kingston Catholic School in Kingston , N.Y., have been making ori gami cranes for friends of the school as symbols of peace and healing. And artwork from students at St. Francis of Assisi School in the Bronx will be part of an exhibit in remembrance of Sept . 11 at the local hospital , Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center.

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The anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks could raise concern and even fear in childre n, as well as their parents , teachers and counselors. In anticipation of these feelings, schools in Rockville Centre Diocese in the suburbs of New York City have collaborated with other agencies to produce three videos in which children , parents, teachers , and coun-

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gjagain become a part of history, the special history that began a Students from Catholic elementary schools in suburban New York City take part in the making of a video to help children understand and talk about their feelings regarding last year 's Sept. 11 attacks

year ago and will continue into the indefinite future. "Part of our purpose for the next couple of years will be tied to the healing of people in this neighborhood , throughout the city and around the world," Father Kevin V. Madigan, pastor of the church , said.

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Sept. 1 1 . . . ¦ Continued from page 6 "That mission has been thrust upon us. People expect that." As the first Catholic parish established in New York — in 1785 — St. Peter 's had participated in a lot of history before Sept. 11, "In the 1700s and 1800s, the parish went through fires, riots and a cholera epidemic ," Father Madigan said. It was also the parish where St. Elizabeth Ann Seton entered the Catholic Church, and the parish of Pierre Toussainl, the Haitian who was brought to New York as a slave and later freed , and who is now proposed for canonization.

Father Judge 's legacy

Of nearly 3,000 people who lost their lives at the World Trade Center, one who has reached near legendary status is a Franciscan Father Mychal F. Judge, a chaplain of the New York Fire Department. Father Jud ge rushed to the scene as soon as he got news of the attack and went with the firefighters into the lobby of Tower 1. Father John M. Felice, Father Judge's provincial , told Catholic News Service that the chap lain gave people a hero "when we needed one" and "caught people 's imagination." Father Judge 's funeral , televised and attended by throngs that overflowed onto the street , gave the public a focus for its grief in the immediate aftermath of the terrorist attack. Now, Franciscan Father Christopher Keenan has taken Father Jud ge ' s place; he was officiall y installed in November. For Father Keenan, it was more than just following another Franciscan , but taking the place of the priest "who got me into the business."

"We're glad to help," said David Kaufer, an owner of the firm and a parishioner of Good Shepherd Parish, Pacifica. The logo for the day, which invokes the date of tl tragedy through use of a mourning ribbon and candle representing the World Trade Center towers , was creal ed by Eileen Mize , communications manager for Sacre Heart Cathedral Preparatory School , San Francisco. Here is the schedule of events : 8 a.m. - Opening Mass with Archbishop William J. Levada as presider and homilist. 9:30 a.m. - Interfaith Celebration featuring singers and dancers from Catholic high schools and elementary schools. Concludes with release of "white birds for peace " on Cathedral Plaza. 12:10 p.m. - Mass with San Francisco Auxiliary Bishop John C. Wester as presider and homilist. Maureen Hunti n gton , superintendent of Catholic schools tor the Archdiocese of San rrancisco , will lead a "Call to Worship" as a prelude to the liturgy. Student

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For Franciscan Brother David Schlatter, Father Mychal Jud ge was not only a friend and a mentor, but a source of inspiration. The inspiration led Brother David to work as a chaplain with firefighters in Wilmington, Del, and to initi ate "The Remembrance Project ," a bell-tolling service honoring Father Jud ge and the other New York firefighters who died in the World Trade Center attacks. Father Judge perished on Sept. 11 near the lobby of One World Trade Center, while administering last rites to a fallen firefighter. He was 68. Brother David first met the late Franciscan 34 years ago when Father Judge, then an assistant at Sacred Heart Church in Rochelle Park, N.J., came to Siena College in Loudonville, N.Y., to lead a retreat. Father Judge's attitude and love for the Franciscan life and ministry immediately impressed Brother David , who was a freshman at the time. "He was very happy doing the work he was doing," he said. "His enthusiasm was evident."

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N .Y. Archdiocese, high school teachers reach agreement NEW YORK (CNS) — The New York Archdiocese has announced a tentative contract settlement with the Lay Faculty Association, which represents teachers in 10 high schools administered by the archdiocese. Henry Kielkucki, faculty association business manager, told Catholic News Service that the archdiocese reached a settlement after it lost a labor board hearing and an appeal. Judge Sidney Altner of the New York State Employment Relations Board found the archdiocese guilty of bargaining in bad faith. His decision was upheld on appeal. Joseph Zwilling, archdiocesan communications officer, told CNS that the archdiocese never bargained in bad faith and denied that the board's action influenced the outcome of the dispute. The association originally set a strike date for Sept. 11, 2001, but this was postponed because of the terrorist attacks that day. The association, an affiliate of the AFL-CIO, struck from Nov. 29 to Jan. 2.

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JH JL or many people, the next step after three decades in one career might be retirement or perhaps a foray into some new area of labor. Father Stephen Howell has added another possibility. The priest , who just comp leted almost 30 years as teacher , dean and president of Juni pero Serra Hi gh School , has decided to stay in the field of education , where his heart and skill have allowed him to do his best work. He was welcomed as chap lain at Notre Dame Hi gh School , Belmont in August. "From the time I was in hi g h school , I wanted to be in school work ," Father Howell , a graduate of Juni pero Serra and the University of San Francisco, said. "It 's something that I always wanted to do. " Father Howell , ordained in 1974, taug ht for two years in San Francisco public schools before entering the seminary. "The examp le of priests who taught me at Serra diocesan priests with assignments in the field of education - held out for me the hope that I, too , could continue in education as a diocesan priest. " "We ' re so pleased ," said Rita Gleason , now in her twelfth year as princi pal at Notre Dame. "This is just an exceptional thing that has happened. " Ms. Gleason , an alumna of Notre Dame and an educator since 1971 , said Father Howell will preside at dail y morning Mass , and provide for the celebration of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. He will also assist the administration in the areas of Catholic identity and Mn Sfessm, principal faith development , proUms lease lifii vide support as requested Setae!, Beim&m by the Campus Ministry and Relig ious Studies departments , and be available to faculty, students and parents as needs arise. "He'll be a marvelous mentor to the faculty as well ," Ms. Gleason said. "I'm looking forward to having Father Steve as colleague, priest and friend who will hel p us advance the mission of preparing young women for college and beyond. " Ms. Gleason , also a graduate of Redwood City 's Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Elementary School and Santa Clara University, said the new chaplain 's transiti on from Serra, an all-boys school , to Notre Dame, whose students are all girls , will be an easy one. "A lot of our students know him because he 's helped us with liturg ies on so many occasions ," Ms. Gleason said. "Also he 's been a teacher, a dean, a president. You need to understand school culture and he does. That 's one more reason why this is such a good fit. He'll provide not

MtchaeJ PetersoB, principal Junipero Serra High School , and Father Howell. The school' s faculty, staff and almost 1,000-member student body joined their now former president in a Mass of Thanksgiving on May 17 at the school. only role modeling that is so important for our youngsters, but provide a source of counsel and guidance for them. He 'll also be able to walk with the faculty because he 's been in the trenches. " "We are very glad for Father Howell' s joining us at Notre Dame," Ms. Gleason said , speaking for herself and the faculty of the more than 150 year-old school. "It ' s a marvelous opportunity for us. I' m reall y appreciative of it. " "If any body personifies the Catholic educator , it is Father Howell ," said Michael Peterson , who began his twenty-fifth year as princi pal of Junipero Serra Hi gh School last month . "He took it upon himself as part of his person to ensure that Serra was a Catholic school and the totality of what that means." Father Howell , who was named Juni pero Serra 's first

in at i=ÂŤter Âťw^ was honored May Mercy High School , Burlingame for his ongoing contribution to Catholic education. From left: Cheryl Nash, Mercy's assistant principal for discipline; Father Howell; Mercy Sister Rosann Fraher, principal of Mercy; Toni Ann Secrest, assistant principal.

president in 1978, and served in that role until being named to his new post in Jul y, "encouraged , reminded , cajoled , us to be all we can be as a Catholic school for these young people and for each other," Mr. Peterson said. "I'm going to miss him. I' m reall y going to miss him. " "His sp irit , his caring and his constant reminder that we are a Catholic school will be the foundation of his legacy here ," Mr. Peterson said. "He is constantl y giving of himself. Part of the essence of Father Stephen Howell is service, whether to our kids , faculty, alumni , or families. " Mr. Peterson and his wife , Joey, will be married 30 years in December. Mrs . Peterson , who grew up in the Sunset District 's Hol y Name of Jesus Parish , is a member of the faculty and chair of the Mathematics Department at Notre Dame High School , Belmont. The couple 's son, Carl is a graduate of Juni pero Serra and Stanford University, and their daughter, Kristen , is an alumna of Notre Dame and University of California at Davis. "As a priest , I have known no bette r," Diane Masetti , said about Father Howell. "Father Stephen is there for each individual comp letel y. His compassion , caring and knowled ge are such an important part of his personality. " Mrs. Masetti served as Executive Secretary, Office of Principal and President , at Junipero Serra Hi gh School , from 1988 - 2001. She and her husband , Joe , are longtime members of St. Charles Parish , San Carlos. Their sons, Josep h and James , are Serra graduates. Father Howell' s ministry to "the Junipero Serra community " was exceptional , Mrs. Masetti said. "He has done more baptisms for Padres , more marriages for Padres , more of everything for Padres and their families." "My experience at Junipero Serra was a wonderful experience," Father Howell said. "It gave me the opportunity to continue in education , serve as a priest and hopefull y give good example to students and be a support to students , faculty and families of the community. At Notre Dame, I look forward to continuing my service as an educator and a priest and to continue to provide for the needs of a community. " "I would hope that my presence at Juni pero Serra over the last 27 years has been a witness and influence for the good to our students and that some mi ght consider the priesthood ," Father Howell said. "The bottom line is having faith in the students and nurturing them as they grow, and having faith in the faculty and supporting them in our growth as a Christian community. "

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By Evelyn Zappia A knock on the front door of the two-story house on Kell y Avenue usuall y means someone is in need. It is the first Catholic Worker House in Hal f Moon Bay serving the farm region 's poor community. More than two years ago, a nameless philanthrop ist recognized the great poverty hidden among California 's coastal beauty of crashing ocean waves, pump kin patches , brussel sprouts , and artichoke fields — the many agricultural workers struggling to make a living on seasonal labor wages. He wanted to do something about it. He contacted Larry Purcell , longtime director ' of Redwood City Catholic Worker House and told him he wanted a similar house on the coast. He asked Mr. Purcell if he knew anyone who could run the house. Mr. Purcell recommended the husband and wile team of Mike and Kath y Niece. After meeting the Nieces over a cup of coffee , the generous humanitarian sent the Nieces house hunting. "We picked this house , and he paid for it. We were so fortunate ," said Mrs. Niece. The agricultural laborers , mostl y of Mexican descent , began visiting the new Coastside CWH , where they found the offering of sacks of beans and rice made a substantial difference in their lives. The Nieces believe that the dire poverty the families endure goes unnoticed to many, because of the Mexican culture of "taking care of each." The people look out for their closest relative — and to a distant stranger in need. It is common for live families to live in a two-bedroom apartment. The coup le focuses on "the God-given di gnity of every human being," the fundamental principle of the Catholic Worker Movement , established in 1933 by Dorothy Day and Peter Maurin. The Nieces operated two other Worker houses in Oakland for six year's. Both houses were sold , "ri ght from under us ," leaving them to fear their vocations as Catholic Workers mi ght be over because of the cost of property, and rents in the Bay Area. "We were very fortunate that someone cared about the people on the coast ," said Mrs. Niece. The mission of the newly named Magdalene House is twofold: to provide shelter for one or two families working to improve their lives , and outreach to the community in need, from the south of Pacifica to the small town of Pescadero, encompassing more than 31 miles , along the coast. There is a great need for low-income housing, according to the Nieces. "Mike and I have families at least twice a week looking for shelter. They know we offer hospitality and work with different agencies to help them find something. A lot of the people we serve have more than one job , and still can 't afford decent housing," said Mrs. Niece. Currently living with the Nieces are three families of single mothers with four children. The families live on the second floor of the house that has three bedrooms, one full kitchen, and one bathroom.

The children range in age from seven to 18-years-old. The oldest is suffering with cancer. The Nieces frequentl y alternate driving him to and from Stanford Hospital , sometimes waiting up to six hours while he receives his medical treatment. Taking care of the young man , while his mother works , is part of the Catholic Worker commitment to strive to "follow Jesus the best they can, and live the Works of Mercy," said Mrs. Niece. The three mothers hold domestic jobs. One mother jugg les three jobs , making the Nieces part-time surrogate parents. A brief visit to the Nieces from Pedro , 13, Paloma , 12, and Mickey, 8, brought plenty of dialogue with bi g smiles and lots of laughter , making it evident the children were comfortable with their surrogate parents - better yet - happy. Included with the families ' board and care is finance management. The Nieces keep two-third s of the families ' income , and place it in a bank account for them during their stay in the house. When they decide to leave, the income, plus interest , is returned to them. One famil y is not included in the finance program because "the mother makes very little money," according to Mr. Niece. "Il just wouldn 't be ri ght. " The "gringos ," as the Nieces refer to themselves , admittedly need a lot more help with their Spanish. Currentl y, they stud y Spanish tapes, listen to Spanish radio , watch Spanish television programs , try to sing to Spanish music , and rely Residents of Coastside Catholic worker house left, Mickey, 8, Paloma , heavily on the patience and humor of dieir 12, holding "Oneway," the most popular resident, and above , Pedro , 13. growing network of new Mexican friends. "Our limited knowledge of Spanish is our biggest frustra- secution and dire poverty began spreading from one coastal tion ," said Mr. Niece. "Part of the Catholic Worker ranch to the other. Movement is personal relations , which simply means you "Even some of our neighbors who weren't quite sure if become friends with the people you serve. The language hai- they wanted us here became some of our greatest supportrier keeps us from doing our work quickl y." ers," said Mr. Niece. "You have to remember, there was Before establishing Magdalene House, the Nieces had a never a Catholic Worker House here, most people didn 't dream of immersing themselves in Spanish classes. But know what it would mean to their nei ghborhood. " when a famil y of eight inquired about housing, the Nieces Two times a month, the Nieces visit approximatel y 10 instantly found their first house guests. From that moment , ranches to serve the agricultural laborers who do not have there would be no time for easy transitions. transportation. They deliver food , clothing, shoes, diapers, In the fust year, Mag dalene House provided more than furniture and miscellaneous household items. They also 2 tons of beans and another 2.5 tons of rice to more than receive and deliver furniture to those in need up and down 200 families , hundreds of pounds of baby clothes, more the Coast, and provide food and clothing twice a week from than 3,000 diapers , several hundred pounds of clothing for their garage. older children and adults , and more than 200 blankets. Transients are also provided with food , clothing, gasoThe Catholic Worker House had quickly gained recog- line, showers, laundry facilities, and motel vouchers. nition for its steady outreach of serving the needy with digLast year, the Coastside Worker House provided 250 nity. Its stance on social justice issues, and refuge from perMAGDALENE HOUSE, page 15

From not-so-devout Southern Baptist to Catholic Worker When Mike , a not-so-devout Southern Baptist , met Kath y, a very devout Catholic , he thoug ht at first — "she must be nuts." It was not because he met her in a psychiatric hospital where she worked as an occupational therapist , and he worked as a registered nurse - no, it was what Kath y did in her spare time. In the early stages of their dating, he watched, from afar, as Kath y, the peace advocate , participated in peace marches. He even saw her arrested at a Lawrence Livermore Lab protest , for which she spent 30 hours in jail. She also volunteered to clean up places in Oakland called Catholic Worker Houses. "You know how it is," said Mike, "I wanted to impress the girlfriend so I kept tagging along. " One day, he followed Kathy to Sunday Mass at St. John of God Parish in the Sunset District. There, Kath y introduced him to Father Bill Brad y, whom Mike describes as a "great friend for over the last nine years." "We love him dearl y," said Kathy. When Kathy and Mike decided to marry, Mike wanted them to practice the same religion. "He knew I was too strong a Catholic to even look at Southern Baptist ," said Kath y. "Besides, I think it was my faith that attracted him to me." The coup le was married in August of 1993, and the following Easter, Mike entered the Catholic Church.

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Now , they help Father Brady with Confirmation retreats , and socialize with him by going to the neigh borhood movie house. Both of them have become advocates for the need y by volunteering at "The Pantry" at Our Lady of the Pillar Church in Half Moon Bay, distributing produce at Menlo Park' s St. Anthony of Padua Dining Room, and serving seniors meal s at a coastside center. They are

active members of the Ministeri al Alliance on the Coast , and the Bay Area Organizing Committee Mike also volunteers his services as a registered nurse to Seton Hospital 's Rota Care Clinic , and Kath y teaches Religious Education at Our Lady of the Pillar. And they are managing their third Catholic Worker House, which Kath y believes some day will be subject to her "lofty ideas. I dream of a place where we don 't have to serve the peop le out of our garage, from bags, a place of dignity, like a Mexican Cultural Center with a garden, where a meal on two or thre e ni ghts can be offered - a simple meal of beans , rice and tortillas. A place where the people feel accepted and served with dignity - a place like the St. Anthony Padua Dining Room complex. " The Nieces credit the success of their ministry on the coast with the "great" Interfaith support they receive. "We're ecstatic with joy to work with such generous peop le," said Mrs. Niece. They work closely with: Holy Family Episcopal Church; Coastside Lutheran Church ; Mariners Church; Our Lady of the Pillar Catholic Church; The United Church of Christ in Pescadero; Pacifica 's St, Peter 's Catholic Church; Foster City 's St. Luke 's Catholic Church; San Carlos' St. Charles Catholic Church; and San Francisco's St. Emydius Catholic Church where Father Bill Brad y has been pastor since 1997.

CATHOLIC SAN FRANCISCO Preemp tive strike against Ira q President George Bush and senior officials in his administration continue to escalate the drumbeat of war with Iraq — calling for a preemptive strike against that nation with the goal of removing Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein from power. The White House is hoping its threats of war will provoke a coup against Saddam Hussein by the Iraqi Army. But if a coup does not take place, the Bush Administration shows every sign of being prepared to plunge into a war that the rest of the world will view as blatant aggression. Even America's closest allies are appalled by the calls for aggression by U.S. officials. President Bush's recently proclaimed doctrine of "pre-emptive intervention " anywhere in the world appears to our allies as a fri ghtening revival of the old imperialist Brezhnev Doctrine of 25 years ago that called for Soviet intervention wherever socialism was threatened. Americans, of course, have had experience with preemptive military action. The Japanese Empire determined in the late 1930s and early 1940s that preemptive strikes in Asia, the Philippines and the Hawaiian Islands were in its best interest. Japanese militarists argued that the empire was threatened and bold aggression was justified as a defense against enemies. Americans saw these attacks for what they were. Americans also have experience in dealing with world bullies and nations that have sought lo dominate its peoples or neighbors through aggression. Certainly, the former Soviet Union represented a dangerous entity for a good part of its existence and was rightly called an "Evil Empire" by former President Ronald Reagan. But the response of the United States to the dangerous leaders of other nations has rarely been a call for open and bloody war. The answer to the Soviet Union 's threat was not the initiation of hostilities; rather it was an achievement of the same goals by other means. Even if Saddam Hussein and his regime in Iraq truly represent the great threat that is described by officials of the Bush Administration, the people of the United States need to ask their leaders some pointed questions. Is war with Iraq — and the escalation of military action in the Mid-East — the best means to achieve our goals? Many observers would answer no to this question. In recent Congressional hearings, former UN arms inspector Scott Ritter said, "A handful of ideologues have hijacked the national security policy of the United States for their own ambitions." Ritter insisted Iraq was totally disarmed and no threat to the U.S. or the Mid-East. Ritter may be understating the threat posed by Saddam Hussein to the Mid-East and the world beyond , including the United States. However, his equanimity in the face of very real dangers in the Iraqi regime is a sort of blind counter-balance to the grandiose claims made by those who paint Saddam as an arch villain. For Catholics, the question of possible war with Iraq must include consideration of the Church's just war tradition. In weighing the Bush Administration's call for a war against Iraq initiated by a military strike of preemptive intervention, Catholics need to address several questions. Is there a just cause for this action? Is there a right intention? Is the contemplated action proportionate? Is it appropriate to the goal? Have lesser alternative remedies been tried and fully exhausted? President Bush would like to invade Iraq and topple its odious leader, Saddam Hussein. "By seeking weapons of mass destruction , states such as Iraq pose a grave and a growing danger," he has said. However, the highly visible use of American military power against an Arab Muslim country — coming on top of the highly visible use of Israeli military power against an Arab Muslim population — is certain to provoke anti- American demonstrations throughout the Islamic world and invite numerous acts of terrorism. These demonstrations might prove so forceful as to threaten the stability of proAmerican governments in the area, including those in Egypt, Jordan and Saudi Arabia. When the war is over, moreover, the United States will be faced with the unenviable task of creating a stable, pro-Western government in Baghdad. In almost all of the previous uses of military force by the United States abroad, the exercise of American power was triggered by a direct attack on this country (as at Pearl Harbor and September 11) or by unambiguous aggression against an ally (as in North Korea's invasion in 1950 and Iraq's 1990 invasion of Kuwait). But there has been neither type of provocation in this case. Saddam Hussein may fantasize about an attack on the United States, but he apparently has no capacity to execute such desires and will not for some time to come. So we are speaking here of an unprovoked American invasion in anticipation of a hypothetical Iraqi attack. Certainly, there are many who seem to be untroubled by such a move. Preemptive action is justified, they claim, by past Iraqi aggression and the assertion — unsupported by any evidence — that Baghdad is contemplating some new atrocity. The proponents of invasion have not produced any evidence that Iraq is indeed manufacturing weapons of mass destruction, or that a direct attack is the only way to secure America 's safety. 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Profile in courage

Tony Hall' s lone stand against the Board of Supervisor 's 10 to 1 resolution urging Governor Davis to si gn SB 1301 is a rare profile in courage by a San Francisco Supervisor. In a society where abortion is legal , it must also be safe. Women deserve every protection possible. This bill would put women at risk by permitting non-p hysicians to administer RU-486. This so called morning after p ill is not a simple prescription. Its use requires a doctor to gauge how far a pregnancy is advanced. If the drug doesn ' t work , the doctor must perform a surg ical abortion or be affiliated with a hospital that can. Women who choose RU-486 need a physician 's oversi ght. The effect of SB 1301 will be to deny women the maximum protection and medical safeguards. Tony Hall should be comi— mended, Mike DeNunzio San Francisco

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Israelis had dispossessed to the return of their property, and of those the Israelis have forced into exile lo return to the 80% - or even , in most cases, to the 20%. The Palestinian Authority has no right to surrender private property and residency rights , and , whatever its faults , remembered that. And it would have made no difference anyway: if the mean offer had been accepted the Israelis would have waited a few years and started another war to remove the Palestinians from the remaining 20%. There will be no peace in the Hol y Land so long as the U.S. government supports this policy, as Rep. Lantos obviously does. John A. Wills San Francisco

Elitist architecture

If all that is needed to be a "real Cathedral" is the pronouncement that it is one, then Los Angeles has its cathedral. But if the purpose of a cathedral is to promote prayerfulness , a sense of the transcendent , and the artistic and spiritual legacy of a 2000 year old church , then all Los Angeles got was a big building useful for large gatherings on Sundays. The new Los Angeles cathedral may make an architectural statement , but this is hardl y what most Catholics would say about it. Beholding this enormous box with a cross on it is to wonder what on earth its proponents were thinking. Consider that we must accept that Church teaching is a fixed truth , virtuall y inalterable over time. Contrast this to the modern generation of Catholic churches and cathedrals - repositories of every silly modern whim their architects can imagine. This new brand of cathedral building (I feel compelled to add the secular modifier) are spiritless and ugly - they arc, indeed, mere buildings. I would not feel so offended if their architectural simplicity were compelled by poverty. But this is not the case. Great wealth produced them, and they are neither more nor less than the prideful badges of aloof architects and their sponsors in the hierarchy. I am ceaselessly perplexed by a hierarchy that looks out on empty churches and closed schools , wondering where the people went. They 're gone, dear men, just plain gone. They were the people of a Church who grasped the significance of grandeur in the transcendent sense - the sense obtained upon entering an "old" cathedral and feeling transported into another realm. Please do not offer that the same sense is obtained upon entry into one of the new cathedral buildings. They are ugly. They patheticall y mimic the worst of modern architectural fashion, and they certainly do not create an environment that whisks the prayerful into a gentler realm. When I read the weekly columnists presented in Catholic San Francisco , I ponder their abstractions , their intensively theoretical ways , and their plain inability to grasp what it means to simple folk to be Catholic - failures I attribute to their sponsors in the hierarc hy as well. I see a great chasm between these "elites" and the hoi polloi of the faithful. (I can just imagine their reaction if I was to disclose that I distribute hol y cards and rosaries in my once-weekl y volunteer teaching. How simp listic , they would accuse! But how effective , 1 respond!) Churches are empty and schools are closed because the Church 's elites have drifted far from the faithful they serve. They are on a different planet , unable even to see the planet they left behind. And on the planet they left behind, we don 't want cathedrals like the one they're now stuck with in Los Angeles. Christopher J. Bakes San Francisco

Thank God San Francisco has one supervisor with the courage to put reason and sound health policy before the political expediency of knee-jerk abortion politics. Supervisor Tony Hall was the sole vote against Supervisor Gavin Newsom 's cynical and irrelevant proposal to endorse the State 's previousl y passed legislation allowing non-doctors to administer the dangerous RU-486 abortion drug. Wh y Newsom should waste the City 's time and money endorsing an action by another legislative bod y which already occurred is beyond reason outside of petty, prosepective mayoral politics. Newsom, a Catholic, wants to tar Hall, also Catholic with a pro-life record just in case Hall decides to run for Mayor against him. But Hall ignored the politics and showed himself to be a leader taking a brave stand against dubious health policy, while Newsom tarred himself as just another opportunistic SF politician. Steve Ambuul San Francisco

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You report Rep. Tom Lantos as saying that the wars of 1948, 1965, 1967 and 1973 were an attempt to wipe the Israeli state off the map. In fact , the wars of 1948, 1956 and 1967 were started by the Israelis; the war of 1973 was an attempt to liberate part of Egypt , not any part of Palestine, fro m Israeli rule. Rep. Lantos also refers to a "generous offer " made two years ago at Camp David . That offer was that the Palestinians abandon claims to sovereignty over about 80% of their ancestral territory. Well, the Palestinian Authority might have been generous in accepting such an offer, but the offer included a relinquishment of the right of people the

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The tale of two flights: a lesson learned A coup le of summers ago I booked an airline ticket from Seattle to London , a nine-hour flight. I fly enough to know that , to get a good seat in the economy section , you ' re wise to book earl y and to reserve an aisle seat in the exit row. It's the next best thing to business class. I had booked just such a ticket — aisle seat, exit row. I was comfortabl y settling in for the fli ght when I made an uncomfortable discovery. Beside me was a couple with a young child , a little boy just young enough so that they didn ' t have to buy a seat for him and just old enough to need one for such a long fli ght. The plane wasn ' t full and 1 could easily have given my seat to this child and , graciousl y, taken another. But all the good seats were alread y taken. What remained was a sorry selection of bad ones , seats that hemmed you in and left you no room to stretch or move about. And this was a nine-hour fli ght! The couple was too polite to ask me to move, though I could tell that they very much wanted me to do the noble thing. I didn 't do it. All that 's unredeemed and selfish in me stubbornly resisted doing the right thing. I had, after all, had the foresi ght to book that good seat and I'd paid for it. It was owed me. About a half hour into the flight , just after the seat-belt sign had been turned off , an airline attendant , assessing the situation , approached and asked whether I would be willing to give up my seat for the young child. There were, after all , open seats on the plane. How could I refuse? The implied question was really: "Do you want to be selfish or do you want to do the right thing ?" Pride, not virtue, dictated my decision. I did the noble thing, but not without resentment. I gave up my seat and

took another which , for obvious reasons (it was a bad seat), was not occupied. I sat in it for the next nine hours, pouting like a spoiled child. I should have felt good. I'd just done a virtuous thing, given up something to help someone else, but there was no grace in it for me at all. 1 was bitter as a slave. Not exactl y a proud moment in my life! More recentl y I was fl y ing from Toronto to Rome when a similar situation ensued. Toronto to Rome is a long fli ght , I'd had the foresi g ht to book an aisle seat in the exit row, and I was looking forward to the extra comfort that this seat afforded. I boarded the plane and took my seat. Shortl y before takeoff , the man beside me apologetically exp lained to me that he and his wife had booked their tickets late , had been unable to gel seats together, and so his wife was sitting in a different section of the plane. I surmised what was coming next: "Would I be so kind as to exchange seats with her?" He pointed to where his wife was sitting, in the middle seat of a middle section , the last plac e you want to be for a long flight. But I'd learned something from my sorry fli ght a few years earlier, something biblical , Christological. So I replied that I'd happily exchange seats with his wife and, leaning on further grace, refrained from pointing out that, given the difference in the seats, this was hardly a fair trade. I moved, gave his wife my seat and, for the next eight hours, sat in a lousy seat and felt wonderful , having just done a godly tiling, however minute that might appear in the great schema of things. But it was the great schema of things Jesus was referring to when he stood before Pontius Pilate and refused to be moved by the threat: "Don ' t you know that I have power over you! I can

put you to death or set you free!" Jesus ' answer: "Nobody takes my life, I choose to lay it down freely ! Nobod y has that power over me!" Nobody can take by force what has already been freel y given out of love. Love can F a t l ip r make a preemptive strike. And it is this pre Roil Rolheiser emptive strike that we — are dail y invited to make when duty calls. Our families, friends , communities, churches, and the poor are going to ask for our lives. We may as well give them over freely. The choice is not between giving our lives over or not giving them over, but rather between giving them over conscripti vely in resentment or giving them over freel y in love. They will be taken from us in any case. Like Jesus, we should stand before noble duty and the endless conscriptive demands of living with others and say: "Nobody takes my life from me — I give it over freel y." That 's also true for seats on airplanes. Oblate Father Ron Rolheiser, a theologian teacher and award-winning author, serves in Rome as general councilor f o r Canada f o r the Oblates of Mary Immaculate.

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Summer camp harder on those left behind "You 'd better go look at Gabe," said my husband. I peeked into Gabe 's room and saw a lump under the quilt. "It 's OK," I said, sitting down on the edge of the bed. "I miss Lucas, too, but he's coming back next week." A muffled humph came from the lump . I sighed. It was going to be a long week. We'd just returned from dropp ing 12-year-old Lucas at church camp. I'd labeled his underwear, packed bug spray and sun screen , boug ht him an extra pair of shoes. But still, I worried. Would he lose his hat? Would he make friends? Would he remember to write? He'd never been away from home this long before . "Lucas is having fun!" complained a voice under the quilt. "Yes," I said, "but that doesn 't mean we can 't have fun , too." We tried , at least. I threw water balloons with Gabe in the backyard , took him out for ice cream, and bought him new baseball cards. But nothing could cheer him up. Gabe wasn 't the only one feeling melancholy. I couldn 't concentrate on my work; the house was just too quiet . 1 vacuumed and strai ghtened up Lucas ' room so it would be cleaner than usual when he got home. Every night I prayed that Lucas would be safe and happy. Every afternoon I sent him an e-mail with news of our day — trips to the park , library, or grocery store . There was-

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Q- l am a Catholic widow and am attracted to a widower. His second wife died, but his f irst marriage ended in divorce many years ago. The man is a baptized , non-practicing Mormon, and both his marriages were p erformed in the Mormon religion. He feels he is really a baptized Christian and that this should make it possible for us to have a Catholic marriage. If I ever remarry I want it to be in the Catholic Church. Is it possible for a Catholic to marry a Mormon in a church service? Is Mormon baptism actually considered valid? Must he app ly for an annulment for us to be married in the church? (Wyoming) A. It is not impossible for a Catholic-Mormon marriage to take place in a Catholic church. Any marriage between two people who are not Catholic, however, if they

n ' t much to tell , but I wanted him to know we missed him. Friday night, Gabe and I went to the camp fire program at Carkeek Park—one of Lucas ' favorite places - for stories and s'mores. Afterward , the naturalist let Gabe put out the fire . "I used to miss my brother a lot, too," he told him. "Still do, sometimes." Saturday dawned brighter than the days before. We drove back to camp. "There 's Lucas!" His Mariners ' cap was still on his head , and he didn 't look sunburned. After a rousing worshi p service, we climbed back into the car. Lucas and Gabe huddled together in the back seat, studying Gabe 's new basebal l cards. Back home, Lucas hugged his stuffed animal s and admired the welcome home banner we'd made. He was sweet , positive , and agreeable - Lucas at his best . Graduall y, the stories of camp came out. The 12-mile hike to the lake . Hosting meals. His cabin mates: one who told "inapprop riate" jokes when the counselor stepped out, another who bragged constantl y, a third who laughed funny, I noticed he' d saved my e-mails. After a week with the Flying Nuclear Underpants , as his group was called , his own famil y didn 't seem so strange. "Wish you could have stayed at camp longer?" I asked. "I'm glad I went," said Lucas, "But I'm glad to be home , too."

Our children grow throug h new experiences, but it 's the routine of daily, family life that most shapes who they are. One of the most valuable things we patents can give them is a sense of belong ing, to let them know there ' s a _i .. i i.i pi ace .wnere mey > ic cherished for who they are. Secure in thei r famil y 's love, they 'll have the courage to explore the world. It's the same in our spiritual lives. It's not just the spiritual highs, but also the routine of daily prayer and service that shapes our relationshi p with God. When we know we're cherished members of God's family, we can face the world with strength, faith , and compassion . No matter where we go, Jesus is glad to welcome us home.

Christine Dubois

Christine Dubois is a widely pub lished freelance writer who lives with her family near Seattle. Contact her at: chriscolumn@j uno.com.

Can a Catholic marry a Mormon in a Catholic church? are free to marry, is considered a valid marriage. Your friend s first marriage appeal's at first glance to be such a case. Some action by your diocesan tribunal would be necessary, therefore , before he is free to marry you in the church. The circumstances of his baptism will affect what that action might be. The Catholic Churc h recognizes as valid the baptisms of many other Christian denominations. One condition , however, is that the baptism be conferred in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit , in the traditional sense of Christian belief in one God and three persons. For this reason among others, Mormon baptisms are not recognized as valid by the Catholic Church. While many, perhaps most, Mormons often claim that theirs is a Christian religion, that claim is disputed by all Christian denominations of which I'm aware. Mormon adherents profess to believe in God the Father and in Jesus as God. Their understanding of these truths is, at very least, eccentric when compared with Catholic doctrine. According to Mormon teaching, there is not one God, but several gods who, through countless generations, produce innumerable children. By a sort of sexual union with female counterparts , these gods bring into existence additional beings, including Jesus and other earthly inhabitants, who take bodies here

after a pre-existence in heaven. In the translation of the Bible by Mormon founder Josep h Smith , for example, it is claimed that Jesus was the procreated son of "Elohim" and a goddess mother. Jesus then became divine by obeying the rules established for Latter Day Saints , the Mormons. One Mormon holy book states: "Our Heavenly Father and Mother live in an exalted state because they achieved a celestial maniage. As we achieve a like marriage, we shall become as they are and begin the creation of worlds for our own spirit children" (Achieving a Celestial Marriage, first section). In tight of these ideologies, the Vatican Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith ruled June 5, 2001, that Mormon baptisms cannot be considered valid. Among other reasons, it was explained, according to Mormon teaching the baptism formula cannot be a true invocation of the Trinity. Since your friend is not a practicing Mormon he is perhaps unaware of these official doctrines. Please talk with the priest in your parish, OT another priest or tribunal official in whom you have confidence, explain the particulars, and ask him or her to help you. (Questions for Father Dietzen may be sent to him at Box 325, Peoria, IL 61651. This column is copyrig hted by Catholic New Service.)

SCRIPTURE & LITURGY Timeless answer to ancient question: We are each other's keepers 'Am I my brother 's keeper?" asks Cain after slaying his brother, Abel. (Genesis 4:9) While this question may appear for the first time in this biblical pre-history, it is not the last time in history that the question has been asked — and answered for that matter. We can so prefer peace at any price that we refuse to take responsibility for other 's rescue, growth, or salvation. We do not wish to be misread; we do not wish to interfere; we wish to avoid anything resembling confrontation. Thus our silence gives permission to people in our orbit and in the arena of our persuasion to pursue their addictions; to ruin their physical, mental and spiritual health ; and to plunge headlong down the ever spiraling path to destruction , "unkept" by us. The Word of God, chosen for this Sunday 's liturgy of the Word says without any ambivalence, we are our brother 's and sister's keepers and that Jesus the Lord is to be found no less in the controversial behavior of "keeping" brothers and sisters than in the harmony that results from such realistic action. "Keeper " becomes "watchman" in our first reading from Ezekiel, wherein we hear our own relationship with each other described: "Thus says the Lord: 'You, son of man, I have appointed watchman for the house of Israel; when you hear me say anything, you shall warn them for me.'" The crucial ministry of the watchman which includes both listening and speaking becomes an obligation not easily dismissed: "If I tell the wicked, '0 wicked one, you shall surely die,' and you do not speak out to dissuade the wicked from his way, the wicked shall die for his guilt, but I will hold you responsible for his death ." Strong words indeed assure us of our indispensable role which we play in the lives of others without the grandstanding of self-righteousness or the timidity that fears taking a stand on anything. It is this approach to community life that Matthew recommends in Jesus ' discourse on the Church (chapter 18). While we like to hear that the risen Jesus is present to the community gathered ("Where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am 1 in the midst of them.") and while we rejoice that the Church can reconcile division among its members ("Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and

Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time Ezekiel 33:7-9; Psalm 95; Romans 13:8-10; Ma tthew 18:15-20.

Father David M. Pettingill whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.") and while we admit that we must be a reconciled community to pray effectively (". . . if two of you agree on earth about anything for which they are to pray, it shall be granted by my heavenly Father."), we must realize that Jesus is no less present to the Church during the painful process of reconciliation when we behave as the keepers of our sisters and brothers : "If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him alone. . . . If he does not listen, take one or two others along with y o u . . . . If he refuses to listen to them, tell the church. If he refuses to listen even to the church, then treat him as you would a Gentile or a tax collector." Throughout this entire process — first the one-on-one, the one-on-two, others-on-one, and finally the communityon-one — Jesus is present to people engaged in honest, direct communication with a goal to gather them and have their prayer and worship become more effective. When this process does not happen , people talk behind the backs of others, prefer to ignore the "elephant in the living room,"

and allow unaddressed issues to fester and destroy, like an undetected cancer. Being a "keeper " embraces the definition of tough love yes, but love nonetheless. Romans holds: "Owe nothing to anyone, except to love one another; for the one who loves had fulfilled tlie law." Thus when we feel ourselves responsible for the welfare of our sisters and brothers and intervene on their behalf we are fulfilling the law of Christ, the way we have been remade by his Spirit : "The commandments, 'You shall not commit adultery; you shall not kill; you shall not steal; you shall not covet ,' and whatever other commandment there may be, are summed up in this saying, namely, 'You shall love your neighbor as yourself ." People who have been moved by the Word speak to their children about human sexuality, health y behavior, and the formation of their consciences; they address issues that divide with the people concerned; they intervene on behalf of those they see addicted , depressed , and disconnected; they "keep, " and they "watch." They are never beige enough to fit in anywhere, vague enough to be true. They believe God wants a gathered community; therefore, so do they. Questions for Small Communities Does our group, our parish, need a reconciliation process? In what areas? What steps are needed to make reconciliation a reality ?

Father David M. Petting ill is assistant to the moderator of the curia and parochial vica r at St. Emydius Parish, San Francisco.

Do you know what happened to you? Imagine the scene: St. Augustine gathered with the newlybaptized members of his parish in Hippo, northern Africa. They eagerly await his words which open up for them the meaning of their new faith, the beauty of the sacred acts of worship they celebrate. For his part, St. Augustine rejoiced to share with these new Christians the depth of their faith, to help them see the intimacy of their relationship with Christ. And he knew that the key to his teaching was this: celebrate the sacraments first, then prayerfully reflect on what happened . This theological reflection on our worship experience is called mystagogia. Teaching about the mysteries, teaching about what happens to us when we encounter God together. St. Augustine gathered the newly-baptized, the neophytes, around him and would ask "Do you know what happened to you when you received the body of Christ?" He would remind them of their unity with one another as they came forward eagerly. The old, the young, the slave, the free, rich and poor, healthy and ill: all members of Christ's Body coming forward to receive him in the consecrated bread and wine. He would remind them of the power of singing together as they came. "Taste and see the goodness of the Lord." And they would remember how the song sung as one bod y helped deepen their praise and helped them experience their unity in Christ as they breathed together, sang the same words together, giving voice to Christ himself. Do you know what happened to you when you received the blood of Christ?" St. Augustine would draw

Sister Sharon McMillan, SND on their own experience and help them remember. They received from the one cup as family members share, as Jesus' disciples shared at the Last Supper. They take the cup offered to them and so accept from Christ 's own hand the cup of salvation. "Do you know what happened to you?" When you say "Amen" to the offer of Christ's body and blood, these are acts

of deepest communion with him. And these are acts of deepest communion with the rest of his Body, standing with you. St. Augustine's pastoral genius is clear. The question is not "Do you know what this means?" The question is much more personal. It reminds the neophytes diat something happened to them when they prayed with the Church. This worship of ours is about transformation. We each stand in the presence of the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ and surrender. And we do this together at our common prayer. St, Augustine 's process of mystagogia is alive and well. The Church's teachings on welcoming the newly-baptized tell us that their time together after their baptism continues weekly until Pentecost but then continues until the anniversary of their baptism. Mystagogia is a twelve month process of sharing deeply with one another "what happened to us. " I have a suspicion however th at mystagogia is life-long . That mystagogia will only end with viaticum, my last reception of communion. The mysteries of our faith are so profound and life-changing that it will take me until my last breath to even begin to realize "what happened to me" when I worship God together with all of you.

Notre Dame Sister Sharon McMillan is assistant professor of sacramental theology and liturgy at St. Patrick Seminary, Menlo Park.

Life is a pilgrimage to be made with trust in God, pope says CASTELGANDOLFO, Italy (CNS) — Comparing life to a sometimes-arduous pilgrimage, Pope John Paul 11 urged Christians to persist trustingly along their path to God even when the going gets rough. "The exhaustingjourney across the Valleyof tears' is transfigured by the certainty that the goal is God: he who gives strength, listens to the supplications of the faithful and becomes their protective 'shield,'" Pope John Paul said Aug. 28, The pope made his remarks during a weekly general audience at bis summer residence outside Rome. Looking in good spirits, the 82-year-old pontiff joked and sang with the mote than 3,000 pilgrims gathered in the resi-

dence 's courtyard, which was drenched with rainwater from a downpour before the audience. "Thank God we escaped the heavy rain," he told the pilgrims, drawing laughs and applause. The pope 's prepared remarks continued a series of talks on the psalms. He focused on Psalm 84, which is thought to be a hymn pilgrims would have used on the journey to the Jerusalem temple for annual feasts. "The concrete pilgrimage is transformed," the pope said, "into a parable of all of life, spread between distance and intimacy with God , between mystery and revelation." "Therefore let us walk even when we are in the 'valley of -

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Magdalene House .. . ¦ Continued from page II school children from first grade through hi gh school with backpacks stuffed with school supp lies. "We ' re try ing to raise the number to 400 this year," said Mr. Niece. Children attending Scripture Camp at St. Charles Parish in San Carlos this summer helped with the backpack program. The children , kindergarten throug h fourth grades learned of the progra m through director , Allison Stastny. "All I did was mention the need," she said, "and the childre n did the rest." The children worked around the house and some sold lemonade. They managed to earn $391 for the program. It is not the first time the kids of St. Charles got involved. According to Terry Mooney, reli gious education coordinator for kindergarten throug h fifth grades , Lenten collections of rice, beans and diapers , along with Advent toy drives have been held for the Coastside and Redwood City Catholic Worker Houses.The children have also donated McDonald' s gift certificates and concert tickets for teenagers.

Pacifica 's St. Peter 's Church also hel ps support the Coastside ministry by sponsoring a yearly Spaghetti Feed. Like all Catholic Worker Houses, the Coastside House is not supported by any agency, public or private , and is not church affiliated , leaving the Nieces struggling for funds to continue the outreach. "Donations have been way down," sa: J Mr. Niece , blaming it on the economy. I> takes an estimated $40,000 a year to support the house 's operating bud get thai includes total ly supporting the live-in fam ilies, a high gasoline bill for the extensive outre ach covering 31 miles, electric, water and garbage bills , and taxes. The Nieces are currentl y fundraisine. They have collected $15,000 of the $40,000 they need for next year 's operating bud get. They also need donations of furnitu re , clothes , disposable diapers , beans , rice , canned vegetables , tuna — A the staples" said Mrs. Niece. Also, volunteers are always welcomed. For more information write to Coastside Catholic Worker House, 160 Kelly Avenue , Half Moon Bay , Ca. 94019, or telephone (650) 726-6606.

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Upcoming Events on the Coast include fundraiser for Half Moon Bay CWH and more A benefit concert for Magdalene House Coastside Catholic Worker will be held on Sept. 14 at Half Moon Bay 's Coastside Lutheran Church. The live concert featuring Jesse Manibusan and Friends begins at 3 p.m. Jesse Manibusan , a singer, songwriter, guitarist and teller of humorous tales is a charismatic performer with an extensive repertoire . "Jesse shares from his heart the love of Christ and the call to live out our baptism in every aspect of. life," said Kath y .Niece , co-founder of Coastside CWH. "He puts the challenge of "You 're Catholic, so what?' to every age group and generation. " A familiar presence at diocesan conferences through the United States and Canad a , Mr. Manibusan 's appearances include the National Catholic Youth Conference, National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry, World Youth Day events, LIFE TEEN and numerous events for the Nevad a Desert Experience, the faith-based campaign to end nuclear weapons testing. Cost for the event is on a sliding

scale from $10 lo $25 but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. A Coastside Gathering for Peace: A silent walk throug h downtown Half Moon Bay followed by a gathering for singing and reflection begins and ends at the bell of Our Lad y of the Pillar Catholic Church. The ecumenical event on 9/11 begins at 7 p.m., followed by a celebration of hope at the parish. Please bring flashli ghts or candles. Celebrating Youth, Celebrando la Juventud : Our Lady of Refuge Church in La Honda will host a Youth Rall y concert on the Coast featuring Jesse Manibusan held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Suggested donation for the Sept. 14 event is $5 or more for youth and $10 or more for adults. The day includes snacks and lunch. Father Jorge A. Roman, parochial vicar of Our Lady of the Pillar Church in Half Moon Bay is leading a p ilgrimage to the Guadalupe Shrine in Mexico in October. Travel expenses are very inexpensive , For further information on any of the above events call Coastside Catholic Worker House at (650) 726-6606.

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SEPT. 11TH DAY OF REMEMBRANCE AT ST. MARY'S CATHEDRAL

A Day of Remembrance , Prayer and Hope on Sept. 11, 2002 at St. Mary's Cathedral will commemorate the first anniversary of the terrorist attacks on America. A morning entertainment featuring the music of children from Catholic schools and religious education programs of the Archdiocese gets it started. San Francisco Auxiliary Bishop John C. Wester is scheduled to preside at the Cathedral's 12:10 p.m. Mass with music from a choir featuring voices from local high schools. An afternoon of music will feature artists and groups irom the Archdiocese. Visitors are also invited to walk a labyrinth acquired for the event and visit a Day of Remembrance Art Exhibit. An interfaith prayer service with Archbishop William J. Levada as host prelate concludes the rite. A Book of Remembrance , which later will be sent to a parish in the neighborhood of Ground Zero , will be available for signatures and messages of support. For additional information , call Doug Benbow at (415) 5672020, ext. 220 or Anne Duskin at ext. 205.

School of Pastoral Leadership For additional information , call Joni Gallagher at (415) 614-5564 or spl@att.net. Pre-registration is necessary for many programs. Visit the SPL Web site at www.splsf.org. Sept. 17 - Oct. 22, Tues., 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Junipero Serra High School , 451 W. 20th Ave., San Mateo: Foundations of Catholicism with Father Francis Tiso; Introduction to Sacred Scripture with Scott Moyer; Administration and Leadership Skills with Social Service Siste r Celeste Arbucide; Catholic Social Teaching and Practice with Father Kenneth Weare; Encountering the New Testament with Father David Pettingill Sept. 18 - Oct. 23, Wed., 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Marin Catholic High School, 675 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. at Bon Air Fid., Kentfield: Foundations ot Catholicism with Father Francis Tiso Sept. 19 - Oct . 24, Thurs., 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Mercy High School, 3250 19th Ave., San Francisco: . Foundations of Catholicism with Mark Brumley; Prayer and Spiritual Life with Father Francis Tiso; Catholic Evangelization with Mary Romo; Catholic Social Teaching and Practice wilh Father Kenneth Weare ; Introduction to the Old Testament with Franciscan Father Michael Guinan Sept. 20 - Oct. 25, Fri., 2 - 4 p.m. at Pastoral Center of the Archdiocese, One ' Peter Yorke Way, San Francisco: Church History Survey with Darleen Pryds, Ph.D., Sept. 14, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at St. Mary 's Cathedral, Gough St. and Geary Blvd., San Francisco: Benedictine Spirituality lor the Laity: Dialogue on the Hours, an SPL Retreat with Benedictine Father Luke Dysinger. $20 fee includes lunch and materials. Reservations required. Oct. 12, 19, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Our Lady of Mercy Church , One Elmwood Dr., Daly City: Eucharistic and Lector Ministry Training, with keynote address by Father David Pettingill, founding director of School of Pastoral Leadership. $40 per person.

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Taize Prayer 3rd Thurs. at 7:30 p.m. at Vallombrosa Center, 25C Oak Grove Ave., Menlo Park with Sister Toni Longo 1st Fri. at 8 p.m. at Mercy Center, 2300 Adeline Dr., Burlingame with Mercy Sister Suzanne Toolan. Call (650) 340-7452; Church of the Nativity, 21C Oak Grove Ave., Menlo Park at 7:30 p.m. Cal Deacon Dominic Peloso at (650) 322-3013. 2nd Fri. al 7:30 p.m. at St. Peter Church , 70C Oddstad Blvd., Pacifica. Call Deacon Peter Solan a1 (650) 359-6313. 2nd Fri. at 7:30 p.m., St. Dominic Church, 2390 Bush St., SF. Call Laura McClungat (415) 362-1075 3rd Fri. at 8 p.m. at Woodside Priory Chapel, 302 Portola Rd., Porlola Valley. Call Dean Miller at (650) 328-2880 1st Sat. at 8:30 p.m. at SF Presidio Main Post

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Reunions Sept. 20: St. Thomas Apostle Elementary, SF, Class of '63 is looking for members of the class. Call Denise Healy Walker at (714) 447-8651 or DWa9230836@aol.com. Sept. 14: Class of '82; Sept. 28: Class of '72; Oct. 5: Class of 77, Notre Dame High School, Belmont. Contact ND Alumnae Office at (650) 595-1913, ext. 351 or alumnae@ndhsb.org. Sept. 29: 50th anniversary celebration of Immaculate Heart of Mary Elementary School , Belmont. Mass at 11:30 a.m. followed by reception and school Open House. Graduates, former students, faculty are invited to attend. Contact ihmalumnibelmont@hotmail.com or call (650) 593-4265. Oct. 5: Presentation High School, Class of '52 Celebrating 30 years in October is Birthright of Marin, a resource " of help and hope " reunion. Contact Dolores MacDonald Bagshaw at for pregnant women. Volunteers who assist in the cause include , from left, (916) 369-0235 or Lorraine Denegri D'Elia at (650) 992-2076. Sue Kunst, Betty Shepherd , Mary Devine , Martha Coleman , Margaret Ryan, Oct. 12: St. Cecilia, SF, class of '52 reunion in Mary Helen Pidgeon , Donna Boyd, Carol Glass. Behind Donna is director . school auditorium with dinner and reminiscing. If May Geiger. For information about Birthright of Marin , call (415) 456-4500. you have not yet been invited, please call Marilyn Donnelly at (650) 365-5192 or Brian Wilson at (408) 356-7005. Chapel , 130 Fisher Loop. Call Catherine new season of first Friday speakers with San Oct. 19: Mission High, 50th Reunion, Classes Rondainaro at (415) 713-0225 Quentin warden, Jeanne Woodford . Mass at 7 a.m. 1952 - 1953 at Embassy Suites, Burlingame. Call in St. Sebastian Church, Bon Air Rd. and Sir Francis Colleen at (800) 477-3864 or (650) 697-7753. Drake Blvd., Kentfield , with breakfast and presentaYoung Adults Oct. 19: Alumnae of St. Brigid High School, San tion following in parish hall. Reservations required Contact Young Adult Ministry Office for details. Francisco , all classes at Fort Mason Officers Club. to Sugaremy@aol.com or (415) 461-0704 daily. Call Sharon at (415) 409-1130. The Young Adult Ministry office of the Archdiocese Members $5, others $10. Dues $15 per year. can be contacted by phone at (415) 614-5595 or Nov. 9: Class of '52, Star of the Sea Elementary, Sept. 7: A presentation on the "richly layered and . 5596 and by e-mail at wilcoxc@sfarchdiocese.org unusual artistic story " of St. Ann Chapel, 541 SF. Classmates should contact Carol Bagan Rogers orjansenm @sfarchdiocese.org. Melville Ave. at Tasso St., Palo Alto. Hear about and at (415) 665-6921 or Diane Beltrano Panelli at depanelli@attbi.com. Oct. 19: Sixth Annual Fall Fest , a conference for see works in the chapel commissioned by donor singles and couples in their 20s and 30sat Clare Booth Luce as memorials to her daughter, Nov. 16: Presentation High School, SF class of University of San Francisco. Day includes Mass Ann Brokaw. Contact Thomas Merton Center at '82. Contact Kathy Cooney Wilson at (650) 952wilh Bishop John C. Wester presiding, key note (650) 346-3086 or www.thomasmerton.org. 2813 or kathycooney@yahoo.com , or Lucy address, exhibits, three workshops , dinner and Sallaberry Mulkerrins at (650) 341-6299. Sept. 7: Outdoor Mass with Jesuit Father Carl dance. $50 until Oct. 4, then $55. Contact (415) Whitten presiding, followed by potluck meal at A reunion of St. Cecilia, SF's class of '59 is 614-5594 or jansenm @sfarchdiocese.org . Lafayette Park , Washington and Laguna St., SF at being planned (or Oct/Nov. Alumni and former stunoon. Sponsored by Committee to Save St. Brigid's. dents should contact Anne Faye at (415) 661-6932 Social Justice/RespectLife Contact (415) 364-1511 or www.sl-brigid.org. or Giants94@aol.com or Vicki Valentine Byrne at drbyrne@inreach.com. Sept. 12: San Mateo Pro-Life meets at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 10: Interfaith Vigil and Candle Marc h from in St. Gregory Parish Center, 138 28th Ave., San St. Thomas More Church on Brotherhood Way, SF Mateo. Call (650) 341-8188. from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Arab American Catholic Community of St. Thomas More Sept. 13: LCA Juniors, announces a "Friend Admission free unless otherwise noted. Church. Call Father Labib Kobti at (415) 452-9634. Raiser," featuring wine tasting and a chance for Sundays: Concerts at 4 p. m. at National Shrine young professional women to learn more about the of St. Francis of Assisi, Vallejo and Columbus, SF. organization. LCA Juniors raise lunds to help chilCall (415) 983-0405 or www.shrinesf.org. Sept. 8: dren in the shelters and programs of Catholic The Adoption Network of Catholic Charities Lynn and Roy Oakley, violins, John Fenstermaker, Charities. $10. Contact (415) 592-9243 or offers free adoption information meetings twice a organ. Open to the public. LCASF@yahoo.com. month. Singles and married couples are invited to Sundays: Concerts at St. Mary Cathedral at 3:30 Sept. 18: Annual Pro-Life Garden Luncheon at learn more about adopting a child from foster care. Giilogley home, 3615 East Laurel Creek Dr., San p.m. Gough and Geary Blvd., SF. Call (415) 567Call (415) 406-2387 for information. Mateo. Sheila Ames to speak on Signs of Life - The 2020 ext. 213. Sept. 8: the Maennerchor der Innsbrucker Capellknaben Men's Choir from Gabriel Project. Holly Sigona singer, and Kare n Elmore, accompanist , to entertain. $20. Call Marion Austria. Concerts are open to the public. Fre e will donation may be made. Frost at (650) 342-1600. Door prizes. Sept. 19: Meetings begin at 7 p.m. for New Wings Francis and St. Padre Sept. 19: The Stigmata: St. at St. Thomas More Church , 1300 Junipero Serra Pio, a presentation by Capuchin Franciscan Father Blvd. at Brotherhood Way, SF, and continue on 3rd Robert Barbato at 7:15 p.m. at the National Shrine Datebook is a free listing for parishe s, Thursdays. Potluck dinner Oct. 19th at 6 p.m. and of St. Francis of Assisi, 610 Vallejo St. at Columbus, on subsequent 3rd Saturdays. Call Ron at (650) schools and non-profit groups. Please SF. Contact (415) 983-0405 or www.ShrineSF.org. 557-9100 after 6 p.m. include event name, time, date, p lace, Sept. 23: Caper Cutters Club announces introOct. 11-13; Beginning Experience Weekend , for address and an information phone ductory Square Dance Classes with first three divorced , separated, -widowed, at Vallombrosa weeks free at St. Paul Church hall, 43rd Ave. at Center, 250 Oak Grove Ave.', Menlo Park. Time crenumber. 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Please featuring work of 20 vendors plus call numbers shown for more information. , PRE SENTS Bake Booth, Food Booth, Silent Our Lady of Angels, Burlingame. Call Louise Auction , and raffle. Children's James Alison Nelson at (650) 343-8457 or Barbara Arena at (650) Games, too. Fun-filled day for Knowing Jesus344-3579. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, Redwood City. entire family. Call (650) 367James Call (650) 366-3802. St. Andrew, Daly City. Call 1320. Life Turned Around by Looking at the Victim Eleanor and Nick Fesunoff at (650) 878-9743; Oct. 10: Join friends and beneAlison, a Catholic theologian . priest and author, ^ - ^^^^ Good Shepherd, Pacifica. Call Sister Carol Fleitz factors of the Sisters of the ;i^8igllEI examines afresh Jesus' vision of life—a visum grounded at (650) 355-2593; St. Robert, San Bruno. Call Presentation in supporting the (650) 589-2800. Immaculate Heart of Mary, fy '"God's giving Himself to humans-to free us from vioneeds of their retired sisters by * Belmont. Call Ann Ponty at (650) 598-0658 or Mary and exclusionary social reladons. Jesas' resurt-ection playing in the annual Sisters' Goll Jl '"it Wagner at (650) 591-3850. St. Isabella, San anc' f°rg' vmess reveals with disturbing and refreshing Tournament at Lincoln Park Golf m^" M J Rafael. Call Pat Sack at (415) 472-5732. Our Lady the divine gratuitousness, and enables us to fori n Course. $150 donation includes BBteli^B clarity of Loretto, Novato. Call Sister Jeanette at (415) greens fees , cart , prizes, lunch gratuitous radier than competitive relations. 897-2171.St. Gabriel, SF. Call Barbara Elordi al and awards dinner at (415) 564-7882. St. Finn Barr, SF in English and Presentation Motherhouse. Call Saturday, September 14, 10:00 am - 3:45pm Spanish. Call Carmen Solis at (415) 584-0823; St. (415) 422-5022. Call to reserve: 415-255-8100, x29 Cecilia, SF. Call Peggy Abdo at (415) 564-7882. Oct. 19: Treasure Trove at St. Epiphany, SF in Spanish. Call Kathryn Keenan at Suggested contribution $25. Alt welcome without exception. Stephen's Donworth Hall, (415) 564-7882. Eucalyptus Dr., SF. Craft Fair, Ministry for parents who have lost a child is St. Gregory of N y ssa Episcopal Church, Street fair, Pumpkin Patch and available Irom Our Lady of Angels Parish, Rummage Sale sponsored by 500 De Haro Street at Mariposa Burlingame. Call Ina Potter at (650) 347-6971 or LCA Juniors , an auxiliary of Barbara Arena at (650) 344-3579. Young Catholic Charities. Contact (415) Other Alison events: $10 suggested contribution Widow/Widower group meets at St. Gregory, San 592-9243 or LCASF@yahoo. Tuesday,Sept 10, 7:00 - 9:00 pm, Mateo. Call Barbara Elordi at (415) 564-7882. com. "The Backwards Glance and the Risen Christ " Information about children's and teen groups Tuesday,Sept 17, 7:30 - 9:00 pm , (at Chancery, 1 Peter YorkeWay), Is available from Barbara Elordi at (415) 564-7882. Returning Catholics "What does it mean to say that we are saved?" Programs for Catholics interTuesday,Sept 24, 7:00 - 9:00 pm , ested in returning to the "The Eucharist and the Creation of the New Temple" Sept. 6: Catholic Marin Breakfast Club begins its Church, have been established

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Likable drama in which a down-on-his-luck director (Al Pacino) secretly creates a computer-generated actress to star in his film and she becomes an instant success, but when the creation becomes more famous than the creator, it threatens to ruin his life. Spiked with some witty dialogue, director Andrew Niccol's film amusingly mocks bratty, egotistical Hollywood actors, but the satire is spoiled by outlandish circumstances and too tidy an ending. Brief sexual suggestiveness and fleeting crass language. USCCB: A-II1 — adults. MPAA: PG-13 — parents are strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. 'Possession ' Romantic period p iece about two literature scholars (Gwyneth Paltrow and Aaron Eckhart) who end up falling for each other as they investigate a Victorian-era poet 's (Jeremy Northam) secret extramarital affair with a lesser-known poet (Jennifer Ehle). Floating back and forth between present-day England and the Victorian age, director Neil LaBute 's film

has gorgeous countryside vistas and a dreamy, flirty quality, but despite the emp hasis on love, the inclusion of an out-ofwedlock child and a lesbian relationship may nonetheless be off-putting. An extramarital affair, a sexual encounter, a suicide and fleeting crass language and profanity. USCCB: A-III — adults. MPAA: PG-13 — parents are strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.

'One Hour Photo '

Sordid thriller in which a lonely emp loyee (Robin Williams) of a one-hour photo lab grows obsessed with a "picture perfect " suburban famil y (Connie Nielsen , Michael Vartan and Dylan Smith), whom he ' s come to know through their pictures , and begins to insinuate himself into their lives and stalk them. Writer-director Mark Romanek 's effectively constructed film is darkl y sinister. Despite the story 's ugly twists, Williams ' nuanced and ultimately moving performance captures the humanity of this troubled individual. An extramarital affair, a disturbing sexual scene with brief nudity, menacing violence and sporadic rough language with an instance of profanity. USCCB: A-IV — adults, with reservations . MPAA: R — restricted.

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'Undisputed '

Obtuse drama in which a heavyweight boxing champion (Ving Rhames) is convicted of rape and an old-time gangster (Peter Falk) arranges a prison match between the champ and the penitentiary 's reigning title-holder (Wesley Snipes). Director Walter Hill feebl y attempts to inject gravitas into the ridiculous and tedious film with cardboard characters and a wafer-thin, dragged-out plot that broadcasts its narrative turns from miles away. Menacing scenes of fisticuffs and boxing, fleeting rear nudity and non-stop rough language. USCCB: A-III — adults. MPAA: R — restricted.

'Slap Her ... She 's French '

One-dimensional comedy about a Texas teen (Jane McGregor) who gets deposed from her seat as the most popular gill in high school when a French foreign exchange student (Piper Perabo) hosted by her family steals her fame. Poorly written, director Melanie Mayron 's film is showered with dou-

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"The priesthood has given me a wonderful life," said Father William Worner, retired pastor of St. Gregory Parish , San Mateo. "I've never had a bad moment." The San Francisco native said highlights of his 57 years since ordination have included "involvement with people, the goodness of people, and their eagerness to help and participate and do what they can for the priests." Father Worner, who has also had assignments at parishes including St. Michael and St. Kevin , San Francisco, said he enjoys retirement and that it "steers you back into priestly service" without the demands of administration. The 1938 graduate of St. Ignatius College Preparatory School continues today as a regular presider at weddings , funerals , and baptisms, and at weekend Masses at St. Francis of Assisi Parish in East Palo Alto . "1 became a priest out of my desire to serve God and God's people ," he said. "I feel I've had the chance to do that and hope I've done that."

Father John Kavanaugh

"Remember the Wise Men came from the East," said Father John Kavanaug h, with a proud chuckle as he announced his birthplace as Oakland. Father Kavanaug h , ordained Dec. 18, 1948 is retired pastor of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish, Redwood City. "The priesthood was something that I always wanted and I can't think of a time I didn't want it," the former faculty member of Junipero Serra High School said, recalling how his example toward service came from those around him. The Holy Names Sisters were powerful women," he said, adding that his experience of going on "Communion calls" with a parish priest also encouraged him to learn more about the priesthood. The former pastor of San Francisco's St. Finn Barr Parish said he hopes he's remembered as "a priest who had concern for people and a priest who helped people." Father Kavanaugh continues today as a presider at weekend Masses at St. Luke Parish, Foster City. "I like the opportunity to pray with people, preach and prepare a homily," he said. "My whole priesthood has been good. I have been blessed."

From left Fathers Bill Quinn, Bill Worner , Patrick Keane and John Kavanaugh.

The people of the archdiocese have contributed more than $1.6 million to the annual collection for retired priests since it began in 1995. "The rising cost of housing and health care makes it difficult to adequately maintain these men with a fund created when housing and health care were much less expensive," said John Norris , director of development for the Archdiocese. "They 've given their entire lives to the Church and we are the Church. The least we can do is provide their shelter, food and health care." The longest serving of the 60 retired priests in the Archdiocese is Father John Zoph, 66 years ordained and now living at Mercy Retirement and Care Center in Oakland. Father Zoph served primarily as librarian and member of the faculty at Junipero Serra High School, San Mateo. Other priests with more than 60 years of service include Father Dominique Desjardins, retired and in residence at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish , Redwood City, ordained 1938; Father Joseph O'Reilly, retired pastor, St. Stephen Parish, San Francisco, ordained 1939; Msgr. John Foudy, retired pastor, St.' Anne of the Sunset parish , ordained 1940; Msgr. Thomas Kenned y, retired pastor, St. - TB Raphael Parish, San Rafael, ordained 1941.

A former pastor of Good Shepherd Parish, Pacifica, he said he is "glad for all that my priesthood has brought into my life" and that he looks forward to the "priestly work" ahead. "I hope to be remembered as a priest who was there and who did my best," Father Keane said.

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"I think it was the environment of the time and the example of the mins, the priests, and my parents," said Father William Quinn about the influences that guided him to the seminary in 1943. Born in Montana, the retired pastor of Holy Name of Jesus Parish is a graduate of Noe Valley's St. Philip Elementary School. His life today includes daily Mass, prayer and serving as a weekend presider at St. Veronica Parish, South San Francisco, where he was pastor from 1977 - 1990. He also assists at St. Matthew Parish, San Father Patrick Keane Father Patrick Keane entered the seminary after gradua- Mateo and St. Anthony Parish, Novate tion from Alameda's St. Joseph High School. In June, he cel"Helping people spiritually has been the most important ebrated 51 years as a priest. The retired pastor of St. Cecilia thing," Father Quinn , a priest for 47 years, said. "I've been Parish, Lagunitas, is enjoying retirement and the chance "to very happy as a priest and hope to be remembered as a priest administer the sacraments without the administrative respon- that did the best he could. I'm sure I speak for all retired sibilities of building, correcting, and fixing." His service in priests when I say how appreciative we are to the faithful for retirement includes "supply" at St. Isidore Parish, Danville. the financial support they have given us through the years."

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ARCHBISHOP RIORDAN HIGH SCHOOL 175 Phelan Avenue • San Francisco, California 94112 • (4 15) 586-8200

PROFILE

When the first students walked through the doors of Archbishop Riordan High School in 1949, they encountered an environment similar to the one our students experience today. We welcome young men fro m various ethnic and economic backgrounds with differing abilities and gifts, and we hold our students to high standards. We provide a rigorous academic program with clearl y defined codes of personal conduct in a supportive family atmosphere. Archbishop Riordan, an Archdiocesan Catholic High School , educates young men in an academic environment that fosters the Marianist tradition of preparing students for a productive and rewarding life. The Society of Mary (the Marianists) is a religious order of brothers and priests who have administered and taught in U.S. schools since 1883. Their educational ministry includes over two dozen schools and parishes in the United States as well as three universities: University of Dayton (OH), St. Mary ' s University (San Antonio, TX), and Chaminade University (Honolulu, HI).

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In a Marianist school , students cultivate their personal skills that will equip them to learn throughout their lives. The students j oin a community of caring people who treat one another as family. The foundation of this community is articulated through the Characteristics of Marianist Education • educate for formation in faith , • provide an integral, quality education, • educate in famil y spirit, • educate for service, justice, and peace, • educate for adaptation and change. Archbishop Riordan High School engages young men in a process that promotes growth and development in the intellectual, spiritual, social, and physical arenas of the students life. Riordan is a community of faculty, students, parents , and alumni , who mutuall y support and assist one another to develop Christian values.

CURRICULUM

At the core of the Riordan academic program is a challenging college prep curriculum which blends a classical liberal education with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate contemporary times. The curriculum is desi gned to develop a student's understanding of key topics and issues in each academic disci pline. Archbishop Riordan High School utilizes a 4x4 block schedule. The school year is split into two semesters, and students take four classes at a time. Each class lasts ei ghty minutes (five days a week); thus providing sufficient time for students and teachers to delve more deeply and actively into topics and activities. This emphasis on depth promotes greater understanding of skills , concepts, and ideas. Rather than depending solel y on the traditional lecture to present material, Riordan teachers encourage active participation of their students in the learning process. In addition, the 4x4 allows Riordan students to take ei ght different ten-credit courses per school year rather than six as is the norm in traditional school schedules. Therefore , ARHS students will be able to take as many as eight extra classes over their four years. The Advanced Placement program has an expanded offering of eleven AP courses. A Riordan student's academic course load not onl y fulfills Univers ity of California and California State University requirements , it exceeds them . One Resource Specialist Program (RSP) is a program unique among Bay Area catholic high schools. With the support of the RSP, students with learning differences participate in Riordan's regular college prep curriculum. The goal of the RSP is to hel p students achieve their maximum potential while developing

the necessary compensation and cop ing skills to succeed independentl y. The Visual and Performing Arts Department (drama, music , video production, and fine arts) in intergrated within the school curriculum. The Crusader Marching Band performs at various Bay Area parades. Our Drama Department , housed in the 1,100 seat Lindland Theatre, boasts an excellent reputation for its quality and professionalism. The Advanced Video Production Class broadcasts a regularl y scheduled news program to the entire school.

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Archbishop Riordan High School recognizes the role and importance that extracurricular activites p lay in the personal growth of the whole person. ARHS offers over thirty clubs and activities that reflect the wide range of interests of our students . All Riordan students are encouraged to become involved in Riordan's numerous clubs and Campus Ministry programs. Campus Ministry offers sp iritual retreats to all grade levels. Retreats provide time for reflection , community building, and sp iritual growth away from the Riordan campus. Archbishop Riordan High School boasts a very successfu l athletic progra m, winning numerous championshi ps over the years . The 2001-2002 Vars ity Basketball team is the first San Francisco team to win a state championshi p since 1926. The Crusaders field twenty-seven interscholastic teams (football , cross-country, soccer, wrestling, basketball , baseball , track and field, tennis, swimming, and golf) . ARHS is a member of the highly competitive West Catholic Athletic League. Archbishop Riordan Hi gh School prepares its students to meet the challenges of life . The "^—______ combination of demanding academics , abundant co-curricular activities, and supportive atmosphere make Riordan an empowering p lace. As it did in 1949 , Riordan continues to proudl y serve young men in the Marianist tradition. ENROLLMENT 790 young men PRINCIPAL Brother James Dods, S.M. TUITION & FEES 2002-2003 $8,545 -Tuition $550 - Registration Fee ENTRANCE INFORMATION Mr. Dion Sabalvaro , Director of Admissions (41 5) 586-1256 dsabalvaro@riordanhs.org www.riordanhs.org

Immaculate Conception Academy Catch the Spartan Spirit Inspiring Excellence Since 1883

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PROFILE

Sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose since 1 883 , Immaculate Conception Academy is a college preparatory Catholic hi gh school for young women. Maintaining a multiethnic population and drawing students from San Francisco , San Mateo, Alameda and Contra Costa counties , the Academy provides a challenging curriculum within the warm famil y setting that onl y a small, girls' school can provide. ICA takes pride in its famil y sp irit , exhibited in cooperative and enthusiastic partici pation in student projects and activities. Foundation grants and broad-based community support of more than $7 million have enabled ICA to be in the forefront of modem education. As ICA moves into the 21st century, our technology program has kept pace. • Two fully-networked computer labs with on-line access at every station enable ICA students to work with the most advanced systems available and to be prepared for 21 st century education and careers. All classrooms , as well as the library, have network and on-line access. A mobile 'lapto p lab' is also available for use in any classroom. ICA's technology program enables every student to be proficient in the use of sophisticated word-processing, spreadsheet, data base and graphics programs. Many students also pursue the opportunity to take computer programming, Photoshop and web desi gn classes. • An Endowment Fund in excess of $4 million enables ICA to meet the increasing needs for tuition assistance . • The Academy meets the demands of contemporary educational trends for college entrance. Ninety-ei ght percent of our graduates go on to higher education.

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The Academy serves the San Francisco community as a vibrant school where love of God and respect for family, friends, and country are nurtured. In preparing young women for the future we provide opportunities for their advancement in challenging academic fields, career opportunities , and leadershi p positions that onl y an all-women's school can offer. Faculty and students work together to create an environment that fosters the development of the whole human person , the pursuit of truth, and the building of community. We encourage within our students a desire to grow in faith and in personal relationshi p with Christ. We promote academic and vocational excellence. An ICA graduate is a Woman of Learning,- Leadership, Community, Faith and Vision. These core characteristics mark each alumna as a young woman whose education has brought her to value her personal, academic and spiritual growth, and as a person who recognizes her responsibilities as a member of her famil y, her church and her community.

CURRICULUM

ICA engages young women in a college preparatory curriculum The block schedule provides a more focused and in-depth learning experience for our students. All students take four years of Reli g ion and Eng lish , with the option of enrolling in English III Honors as j uniors and Advanced Placement Literature as seniors. The Mathematics Department offers an innovative nve-year program to students who take two math courses during their sophomore year. Qualified students may choose Algebra 11 Honors , Pre-Calculus Honors and Honors Calculus. Four years of laboratory science are offered including chemistry and physics. Ail students take three years of social science with honors sections offered to j uniors and seniors Spanish and French language classes , required .for two years, culminate in elective honors and Advanced Placement classes. In addition to the previously described course offerings in computer technology, electives in art, drama, social science and home economics stimulate students to discover their individual gifts and interests, as well as to fulfill the entrance requirements for both public and private four-year colleges.

ACTIVIT ES AND ATHLETICS

Extracurricular activities and sports are an important part of student life at ICA. They include Student Council, California Scholarship Federation, National Honor Society, Block Society, Girls' Athletic Association, yearbook , school paper, Campus Ministry Life, Black Student Union, Irish Club, Fil-Am Club, Las Latinas Unidas, SAVE Club, French Club, choir, drama production, CloseUp Trip to Washington, D.C., Speech Club, and sports—volleyball, basketball, soccer, softball, cross-country and tennis. PRINCIPAL Sister Janice Therese Wellington, O.P. FACULTY A 38-member faculty and staff, composed of religious and lay colleagues are in teaching and administrative positions. A teacher-student ratio of 1:10 allows for individual attention.

ENROLLMENT 250 TUITION AND FEES 2002-2003 $7,450-Tuition $500 - Registration Fees/books vary by class level from $75 to $300 TUITION ASSISTANCE ICA offers tuition assistance and awards based on scholarship, citizenshi p, and financial need. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Gina Esp inal , Admissions Director E-mail: gesp inal@icacademy.org Patricia Cavagnaro, Development Director/Alumnae Moderator pcavagnaro@icacademy.org (415) 824-2052 FAX (4 15) 82 1-4677 Web site : www.icacademy.org

CONVENT OF THE SACRED HEART H IGH SCHOOL SCHOOLS OF THE SACRED HEART 2222 Broadway • San Francisco, CA 94115 Phone: 415/563-2900 • Website: www.sacred.sf.ca.us

PROFILE

Convent of the Sacred Heart Hig h School is an independent, Catholic , college preparato ry high school for girls founded in 1887 by the Religious of the Sacred Heart. One of the oldest private schools in California , CSH offers a challenging curriculum that provides a strong foundation to meet the demands of highly competitive college entrance. _____»_____________________ As a member of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools, CSH participates in Network service projects, leadership seminars , and student exchange programs which offer students opportunities at Sacred Heart campuses throughout the U.S. With a value-oriented perspective, the intention of a Sacred Heart education is to educate the whole person — sp iritually, intellectuall y and sociall y. Students at CSH will experience the opportunity to partici- . pate in a variety of service outreach CSH Students downloading homework and calendars onto programs in the Bay Area commutheir Palms from beaming station nity. Students are encouraged to pursue leadershi p opportunities available through student coun cil and class activities. In the spring of 1998, CSH was once again recognized as a Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education.

ACTIVITIES

2001-2002 Girls Varsity Basketball BCL West Champions

Extracurricular activities are an essential part of the CSH experience. All clubs are student directed and options include school publications , debate , drama , service , sp irit , outdoors , environmental , and Honor Societies. Several clubs offe r co-ed opportunities.

CSH-SHHS PARTNERSHIP

CSH continues their new partnershi p with Stuart Hall High School. Students from CSH and SHHS partici pate together in extra-curricular programs , service proj ects and social activities. This unique opportunity at Schools of the Sacred Heart allows a serious focus on academics for young women and young men along with the benefits of a co-educational campus experience.

PHILOSOPHY

The philosophy of Convent of the Sacred Heart High School is stated in our Goals and Criteria shared by all Sacred Heart Network Schools in the United States. CSH educates its students to • A personal and active faith in God; • A deep respect for intellectual values; • A social awareness which impels to action; • The building of community as a Christian value; • Personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom

HEAD OF SCHOOL: Douglas H. Grant AVERAGE CLASS SIZE: 14 2002-2003 ENROLLMENT: 200 FACULTY: 31

CURRICULUM

The rigorous academic program, which is based on traditional study of the humanities, also requires that students be thoroughly grounded in the sciences and social sciences. The English program places serious emphasis on writing skills , as well as offering a variety of literature courses. Instruction in the social sciences includes courses in world and U.S. history, government, Asian studies, Latin American studies, and economics. All of our students enroll in extra courses beyond the graduation requirements . The mathematics program is full y integrated, with the traditional strands of algebra, geometry and trigonometry interwoven throughout each of the first three years. Science courses include Biology, Marine Biology, AP Biology, Chemistry, AP Chemistry, AP Human Geogra phy Physics, Physiology, Anthropology, Medial Ethics and AP Environmenta l Science. Forei gn language classes are taught in French, Spanish, Japanese, Mandarin and Latin. The school's technology department has been acknowledged as one of the most innovative in the country. Each student has access to-the internet, her own e-mai l address and in 2001 Palm technology has been integrated into their daily routine to facilitate communication , organization and learning. The Fine Arts Department offers classes in studio art, chorus, instrumental music , dramatic and musical theater, photography, as well as AP Art History, art and music history. Nineteen Advanced Placement courses are available, and an average of 90% of the students enroll in at least one AP course during their four years. The avera ge number of AP courses taken by students is three. From 1990 -2002 , 719 CSH students passed 1393 AP exams.

TUITION 2002-2003 $18,500 • All fees included in tuition. SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarships and Financial Aid are available to any student who demonstrates interest and need without consideration to race , reli gion or national ori gin FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Courtney Glenn Admissions Directo r (415) 292-3125 COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES ATTENDED BY OUR TOP 15 STUDENTS IN EACH OF THE LAST SEVEN YEARS

American U. in fan's (2) Art Institute of Chicago Barnard (3) Boston College Brown (5) Carleton College of Notre Dame Colorado College Cornell (2) Davidson Duke

Georgetown (2) George Washington University Grinell College Harva rd Harvey Mudd College International Christian U. (Japan) M.l.T. (3) NYU (2) Oberlin Princeton (2)

Reed College Rhoades College Santa Clara Skidmore College Stanford (3) St. John's (NM) Tufts U.C. Berkeley (8) U£. Davis (4) U.C.L.A. (8) U.C. San Diego (5)

ADVANCED PLACEMENT CLASSES

Art History Biology Calculus AB & BC Chemistry Comp. Gov't & Politics Computer Science A & AB

English History Theology

4 years 4 years 4 years

English Lang. & Comp. English Lit. & Comp. Environmental Science European History French Langu age French Literature AP Human Geography

U.C. Santa Cruz (2) U. of Colorado (3) U. of Chicago U. of Notre Dame (2) U. of Pennsy lvania (3) U. Southern California (6) U. of St. Andrew's U. of Tokyo Villanova Wellesley Wesleyan Yale (3)

Psychology Spanish Language Spanish Literature Studio Art U.S. Gov't & Politics U.S. History

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Cross country

Mathematics Lab Science International Language

4 years 3 years 3 years

Physical Education Computer Science Fine Arts Community Service

SPORTS PROGRAM

Volleyball

Tennis

Basketball

Soccer

Swimming

Golf

2 years 1 year 1 year 100 hours

Stuart Hall Hi£h School Schools of the Sa cred Heart * 1715 Octavia Street • San Francisco, CA 94109 415/292-3155 • FAX 415/931-9161 • e-mail: barclay@sacred.sf.ca.us

PROFILE

Stuart Hall High School , a recent addition to Catholic schools in the Bay Area, is a member of Schools of the Sacred Heart, San Francisco. A unique partnership with Convent of the Sacred Heart High School provides the best of educational opportunities: single-sex classes in a coeducationa environment. As a schoo l dedicated solely to the education of voung men , Stuart Hall High School offers an essential and significant option for Bay Area families , a hi gh school where the spirited nature of adolescent males is incorpora ted into an active learning process. Faculty understand the learning styles of young men as well as their emotional and social needs. By design, the school is small and personal in nature. Class size averages 15 students , encoura ging a personalized, challenging approach to education. A rich Catholic, ecumenical tradition provides an ideal climate for spiritual growth.

PHILOSOPHY

Stuart Hall High School, as a member of the worldwide Network of Sacred Heart Schools, commits itself to the distinctive spirit and dedication to excellence that marks these schools. Specifically, Stuart Hall High School educates students to: • A personal and active faith in God; • A deep respect for intellectual values; • A social awareness which impels to action; • The building of community as a Christian value; • Personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom. The young men who choose Stuart Hall High School are called to be persons of courage and integrity, people who clearl y choose to use their education in the service of society sp iritual convictions and education

CURRICULUM

The academic program at Stuart Hall High School challenges the students to develop their talents in all areas—the humanities, arts, mathematics, science, and technology—and offers them an excellent college preparatory program. Each student is required to take a minimum of six courses for credit per semester. The following courses are required for graduation from Stuart Hall High School: four years of English, Social Studies , Mathematics , and Religious Studies; three years of International Language and Laboratory Science; two years of Physical Education; one year of Computer Technology and Fine Arts; and 75 hours of Community Service. Students may choose additional courses from a variety of electives and a range of honors courses. The Advanced Placement Program at SHHS offers courses in which qualified students can challenge themselves beyond the standard curriculum , exploring areas of particular interest. The AP Program currentl y includes offerings in English, Mathematics, Social Sciences, Laboratory Sciences , International Language, and Fine Arts

The school's facilities offe r the latest in computer and media technology hardware and software programs. A wide array of courses in technology addresses the needs of students who show exceptional skill and interest in this area.

ACT V T E S

Co-curricular activities make up a vital part of the Stuart Hall Hi g h School experience. The clubs and activities are an outgrowth of student interest and needs. Since the development of leaders is an important aspect of education at Stuart Hall Hig h School , students have many opportunities to lead, assist in program development, and work with the faculty and mw^^mtmrnm^r^mmm^^^^m^^ administration in creating the culture of the school. Organizations and committees that facilitate this involvement of students make up a key part of the activity program. "The Knights of the Hall" are members of the Bay Area Conference League and field teams in soccer, cross country, basketball, golf, tennis, baseball and lacrosse. The athletic program may add other sports as the enrollment increases with additional classes.

SHHS-CSH PARTNERSHIP

The partnership with Convent of the Sacred Heart High School allows SHHS and CSH students to participate together in extra-curricular programs, service projects and social activities. This unique opportunity at Schools of the Sacred Heart allows a serious focus on academics for young men and women with the benefits of a co-educational campus experience.

HEAD OF SCHOOL Gordon Sharafinski

TUITION 2002-2003 $18,500

FINANCIAL AID

Scholarships and Financial Aid are available to any student who demonstrates interest and need without consideration of race, religion, or national ori gin. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Michael Barclay Stuart Hall High School Admissions Director (415) 292-3 166

e-mail: barclay @sacred.sf.ca.us

SCHOOL HIGH SERRA IUNIPERO The Road to Your Future Begins Here! 451 West 20th Avenue • San Mateo, California 94403 • (650) 345-8207

MISSION

Junipero Serra High School is the Archdiocesan Catholic school educating the young men of San Mateo County. We are an academic high school with a strong college preparatory curriculum. We reflect the cultural richness of San Mateo County and the greater San Francisco Bay Area. Our mission is to develop the gifts and talents of each student and foster Gospel values in an environment of academic excellence and mutual respect.

TRI-SCHOOL PROGRAM

Although we are a school for young men , we are involved in a Tri-School program with two schools for young women — Mercy, Burlingame and Notre Dame, Belmont. Coed activities include classes on all three campuses , retreats, drama and music productions, some club activities and both formal and informal dances .

ACADEMICS

At Junipero Serra High School we offer a college preparatory curriculum , including twenty-two Advanced Placement and Honors courses. Ninety-eight percent of our graduates continue their education at the college or university level. Among the schools where they currently excel are Princeton, UC Berkeley, Dartmouth , Stanford, Georgetown, Cal-Po ly, Duke, UC Davis, and Santa Clara. The reason our students are so successful is that our faculty has created a challenging yet comfortable learning environment in which students are placed at various levels of our program according to their needs and abilities. Junipero Serra students are required to complete a minimum of 240 units, pass all required courses, and perform eighty hours of Christian Service in order to graduate. Students may also earn college credits while at Junipero Serra.

VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS

The arts are an essential component of a Junipero Serra Hi gh School education. We offer numerous performance opportunities — Symp honic Band, Men's and Mixed Chorus , Jazz Band, Dramatic Worksho p and Musical Theater Worksho p — that allow students to experience the arts both in the classroom and on stage. In addition, we offer Architectural Design, Art, Advanced Art, Beginning Guitar, Beginning Percussion , and Films.

ATHLETICS

Junipero Serra has a rich athletic tradition. Many of our student-athletes have been awarded scholarships to the top collegiate programs in the country, some have competed in the Ol ymp ics and severa l have been successfu l in professional sports. We partici pate in the West Catholic Athletic League, one of the top leagues in California.

GUIDANCE

Our Guidance Department assists students in making academic , social , spiritual and personal decisions. Our College & Career Center allows students to research more than 3000 col leges and universities on College View, a multimedia program In addition , the Guidance Department hel ps coordinate the annual Tri-School College Night, an informational gathering with more than one hundred of the top colleges and universities from throughout the country.

SP RITUALITY

Our Campus Ministry Program provides students with liturg ical and prayer opportunities, builds community through retreats, and empowers students to develop their gifts and talents in our Christian Service program. Theology courses offer instruction in the Catholic faith, morality and worshi p, and stress the importance of individual faith development. The curriculum addresses the needs of students with extensive relig ious education as well as those with little or no knowledge of the Catholic faith PRINCIPAL Mr. Michael Peterson ADMISSIONS DIRECTOR Mr. Randy Vogel (650) 345-8242 TUITION AND FEES 2002 - 2003 Tuition: $8,700 Registration Fee: $600 FINANCIAL AID Tuition assistance at Junipero Serra is based on financial need. Those families interested in applying for financial aid should contact the Business Manager, Mr. John O'Sullivan , for further information at (650) 345-8207.

Mann Catholic High School College Prep aratory 675 Sir Francis Drake â&#x20AC;˘ Kentfield , CA 94904

PROFILE

Mari n Catholic is a coeducational college preparatory high school situated on fourteen acres at the base of Mt. Tamalpais in Kentfield. Just minutes from Highway 101, Marin Catholic is ideall y located to serve students fro m all over Marin and the neighboring Bay Area Counties. Marin Catholic is fifteen minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge and just twenty minutes from the East Bay communities located across the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge. The student body is made up of approximatel y 750 young men and women meeting admissions criteria for a challenging college prep curriculum. Students are drawn from a broad spectrum of social, ethnic, reli gious, and economic backgrounds. Marin Catholic High School is committed to class sizes that provide an excellent teaching environment. The average class size is 22 students. t_/

The committed and dedicated faculty of Marin Catholic is often cited by students, parents, and alumni as the greatest strength of our school. As teachers , counselors , advisors , coaches, and activity moderators, the men and women of the faculty and staff ensure that the mission of our school is fulfilled. Today, the 66 members of the faculty include two Archdiocesan priests, one Franciscan siste r, and a lay faculty of 63 men and women. Thirty faculty members have Masters or hi gher academic degrees, and a large number have specialized certification and academic degrees. Several faculty members have been granted research fellowshi ps, conduct lectures and in-services on various academic and educational topics, and have won prestigious academic awards and honors.

MISSION

CURRICULUM

The Marin Catholic curriculum is designed to provide a challenging, college prep experience for all of our students . Along with the development and enhancement of essential skills , the required course of study encourages exploration and self-evaluation. Successfull y completing the academic program , which includes pursuing the most ri gorous course of study one can , qualifies students for admission to the most competitive colleges and universities. Ninety-nine to 100% of our graduates go on to college each year, with 90% of the Class of 2002 matriculating to four year colleges and universities. A detailed matriculation report is available from the Admissions Office. Honors and Advanced Placement classes offer a more challenging curriculum to students who qualify for an accelerated course of study. Advanced Placement and other honors courses are designed to provide students with the opportunity for more advanced and in-depth study of a particular subject. Students enrolled in Advanced Placement courses have the ability to gain college credit by passing the exams.

Graduation requirements include four years of

English , four years of Reli g ious Studies , three and one half years of Social Studies , three years of Mathematics (including Intermediate or Advanced Algebra), two years of Foreign Language, two years of Science, one year of Visual or Performing Arts, and one semester each of Computer Studies and Physical Education. Students complete the balance of their graduation requirements and are able to enrich their education through our diversified elective program. In addition to the academic requirements students must complete one hundred hours of Christian Service and participate in an annual retreat. PRINCIPAL Dr. Milt Werner PRESIDENT Monsignor Steven D. Otellini TUITION AND FEES 2002-2003 Tuition: $11 ,775 Registration & Fees: $650 Freshman Orientation: $125 Facility fee: $100

Marin Catholic High School is a college preparatory school serving young men and women in the Catholic tradition. Consistent with our Gospel values, the school is committed to the education of the whole person. Marin Catholic provides a sp iritual , academic , and extra-curricular environment dedicated to imparting knowledge, values and vision . The school expects the students, through their experiences in the classroom and as active members of the school community, to develop the attributes of an educated person: responsibility, both personal and social; critical ability; appreciation for the beauty and complexity of the world around us. Marin Catholic hopes to instill in the students the confidence that will empower them, as informed and compassionate individuals, to effect change in that world. The school is committed to learning as a lifelong process.

TUITION ASSISTANCE Tuition assistance at Marin Catholic is based on financial need. Marin Catholic was able to grant over $790 ,000 in assistance to 19% of the school community for the 2002-2003 school year. Marin Catholic Hig h School is committed to providing tuition assistance to fam ilies unable to afford the enti re cost of tuition. For information and app lications contact the Admissions Office.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, Teri Groshong Director of Admissions tgroshong@marincatholic.org Lori Collins

Admissions Associate

lcollins@marincatholic.org (41 5) 461-0757 www.marincatholic.org

MERCY HIGH SCHOOL â&#x20AC;˘ Burlingame 2750 Adeline Drive â&#x20AC;˘ Burlingame, CA 94010 Sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy Mercy Education .. . a g if t f ora lif etime

MISSION

Students at Mercy today inherit the traditions of the past while preparing for success in the modern world. They discover that a Mercy education is not onl y books and bricks but also values that have been present from the beginning What continues to inspire every aspect of school life is the guiding vision of Mother McCauley, foundress of the Sisters of Mercy. Mercy recognizes its mission to educate young women in values of Sr Rosann Principal j ustice, peace, and service as these ' ' values are set forth in the Gospel and fu rther articulated by the social teachings of the Church. Increased emphasis on global awareness and social responsibility characterizes the curriculum.

ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIES

We believe athletics is an opportunity for students to learn the value of teamwork, individual effort, and good sportsmanship. We sponsor 25 athletic teams in thirteen sports , The many activities and clubs offered at Mercy create rich opportunities to grow toward maturity through experiences of interdependent relationships, cooperative efforts and community settings. The four-year service program gives students the opportunity to experience peace and j ustice issues, other cultures and lifesty les and to think globally as they act locall y as part of the community.

SPIRITUALITY

TRI-SCHOOL OPPORTUNITIES

We cherish our Catholic identity. Our retreat programs , special liturgies, prayer services and the four-year Reli g ion curriculum enable students to integrate spirituality and develop the appropriate values needed to exert a positive influence on our world. Our students are encouraged to respond to the needs of others and to all of creation with compassion. Mercy values and recognizes those students of other religions and the rich faith life they bring to the school

COLLEGE PREPARATORY

Mercy students j oin with the young men and women of the Tri-School Program in sharing co-ed courses , activities, and campus ministry programs with Serra Hi gh School in San Mateo and Notre Dame Hi gh School in Belmont.

TECHNOLOGY

A multi-media lab and an instructional lab, as well as three study centers and our library and classrooms , house some of the nearly 200 IBM computers throughout the Mercy campus. Each year, in order to ensure that our students have access to the latest state-of-the-art equipment, we invest in the most current technology, whether it's software or hardware. PRINCIPAL Sister Rosann Fraher, RSM ENROLLMENT 460 TUITION AND FEES 2002-2003 Tuition: $8,925 Registration: $500

Our College Preparatory, Honors and Advanced Placement courses are challenging and demanding. Students follow a solid and balanced curriculum preparing them for college studies . Graduation requirements meet or exceed prerequisites for the UC system . Writing assignments in every course stress mastery of analytical and critical thinking skills , problem solving and the ability to communicate ideas effectively.

TUITION ASSISTANCE Tuition assistance is based on financial need. For information and applications contact the Admission Office. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Mrs. Betty Duran, Admission Director Direct Line: 650.343.1414 Fax: 650.343.2316 E-mail: bduran@mercy hsb.com Website : www.mercyhsb.com

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3250 Nineteenth Avenue (415) 334-0525

PROFILE

Mercy High School, San Francisco, was founded in 1952 by the Sisters of Mercy as a Catholic college preparatory school for young women. Mercy builds on its rich traditions, preparing students for their future educations, careers , and roles as women of the twenty-first century. Mercy's six-acre modern campus provides a beautiful, parklike environment for an exceptional academic and extracurricular program. Computerized physics, chemistry and biology labs, plus technology centers challenge tomorrow's scientists and executives. An outstanding reference and circulation library fosters independent study and research. The fine arts wing, housing a first-rate theater as well as studios for art, ceramics and dance, nurtures and inspires artists and performers . Mercy excels in athletics as wel l, with highly competitive teams in basketball , volleyball, tennis, softball , soccer, cross-country and track and field. The beautifu l new Catherine McAuley Pavilion includes a gymnasium, classrooms and artists' gallery.

PH LOSOPHY

Supported by the Mission of the Sisters of Mercy which emphasizes personal responsibility and service to society, Mercy offers each student opportunities and experiences to mature in her own reli gious faith . Mercy values intellectual and personal integrity, responsible decision-making, development of self-esteem , respect for life, and genuine regard for ethnic divers ity. Mercy recognizes the obligation to Amnesty International Club respect and preserve the goods of ,i , ., .1 making a difference in the world I the earth for the sustenance and . enjoyment of future generations. Mercy acknowledges the special role of women in all aspects of life in an ever-changing world. Each student must complete 100 hours of community service before graduation.

CURRICULUM

San Francisco, CA 94132 Fax (415) 334-9726 Students choose from a wide range of classes. Course Sampling: Computer Science, Contempora ry World Issues, Child Development, Creative Writing, American Sign Language, Self-Defense, Fitness/ Jogging, Painting, Drawing, Ceramics, Dance, Chorus & Journalism. Mercy's faculty, the majority of whom hold advanced degrees, bring expertise , dedication, and professionalism to the instructional program.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES Students join the California Association of Student Councils, California Scholarship Federation, National Honor Society, Ambassadors, Amnesty International, Anime, Astronomy & Science , Dance Committee , Green Team (environmental), Literary Magazine, Kaleidoscope (International), Math Club, Mercy Athletic Association , Music Club, Performing Arts Association, Photo Club, Speech Club, S pirit Squad, Student Council , Web Page Club , Writing Club, Yearbook, Dance Ensemble, casts and crews for theater performances.

ENROLLMENT 575 TUITION 2002-2003 $7,700 Plus $500 reg istration FURTHER INFORMATION Liz Belonogoff Admissions Director (415) 584-5929 Admissions@mercyhs.org FAX (415) 334-9726

Mercy High School's college preparato ry curriculum provides students a four year sequence of courses in religion, English, math, science , social science, foreign language and the fine arts. Over 98% of Mercy's graduating seniors go on to college. Mercy provides students With a challenging and well-rounded program: Advanced Placement and Honor Courses • Honors Algebra I • Honors Integrated Math II & Honors Integrated Math III

Visit us at www.mercyhs.org *

Open House Sunday, October 27 Breakfast at 8:30 a.m. Program begins at 9 a.m. Mercy faculty and staff sponsors Intersess ion : enrichment program of experiential learning beyond the classroom.

• AP Calculus AB & AP Calculus BC

• Honors Studio Art •AP English Language & AP Eng lish Literature • Honors Integrated Physical Science • Honors Biology, Honors Chemistry & AP Physics Honors World Historyy & • Math Whiz - Christina Lee, '02 \ „ VTU . . AP U.S. History •AP French Language IV & AP Spanish Language IV • Honors Spanish 111 & Honors Spanish for Native Speakers III •AP Spanish for Native Speakers IV & AP Spanish Literature

Springtime at the Grand Canyon, Intersession - 2002

N OTRE DAME H IGH S CHOOL 1540 Ralston Ave. • Belmont, CA 94002-1995

PROFILE

Notre Dame High School, Belmont is a private Catholic college preparatory school for young women located on 11.6 acres in Belmont, California. Established by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur in 185 1, the school was moved from San Jose to the historic William Ralston Estate in 1923. The essence of Notre Dame lies in a strong academic program and a caring, supportive environment rooted in Christian values which prepare young women for lives of leadershi p and service. Notre Dame strives to create an educationa l community that will provide the knowledge necessary for young women to make informed intellectual, mora l, and spiritual decisions. Notre Dame, Belmont students are challenged by their teachers and peers to become women of vision, hope, and prayer. Each year 99% - 100% of the graduates enroll in college and universities throughout the country. Notre Dame , Belmont; Mercy, Burlingame; and Junipero Serra High School participate in a Tri-School Program which provides co-educational experiences in the areas of academics, campus ministry, athletics, performing and visual arts, and student activities. Construction of a new gymnasium and academic wing is in progress. Notre Dame students: • Develop the ability to think critically, logically, and creatively utilizing effective verbal and communications

skills;

• Develop resources of strength and self-confidence by challenging themselves physicall y in interscholastic athletics; • Develop creative and imaginative inclination through activities such as drama , art , music , dance, photogra phy, and creative writing; and • Develop the inner strength and mora l conviction that is the foundation of a whole and fulfilling spiritual life.

CURRICULUM

Notre Dame High School, Belmont graduation requirements provide students with the necessary credits and variety of courses needed for admission to Univers ity of California campuses and private California and out-ot-state colleges and universities. Honors courses are offered in all core academic areas. Advanced Placement classes are available in 11th and 12th grade: American Government, Art History, Biology, Calculus, English Language and Composition , English Literature and Composition, French Language, Spanish Language, Studio Art, and United States History. Balance and choice are important in a student's life; therefore, the required courses are supplemented by a wide selection of elective courses in every department. A collaborative effo rt with Notre Dame de Namur Univers ity allows qualified students to take courses for college credit.

• 650/595-1913

ACTIVITIES

An excellent co-curricular . program that offers students the opportunity to become involved, to make new friends, and to take an active role in building a strong Christian community supports the strong academic program. An effective community outreach program requires students to complete 100 hours of community service over four years. The athletic program offers a wide variety of opportunities for students. The NDB Tigers partici pate on 26 teams in 12 sports with over 500 roster spots available for students . Beginning in the 2002-2003 academic year, the school's teams will partici pate in the West Catholic Athletic League which is considered to be one of the strongest leagues in California. In the past, Notre Dame teams had consistentl y finished at the top levels in the Girls' Private School League (GPSL) and in Central Coast Section (CCS) competition. Students produce a twice weekly television broadcast (Tiger TV) and publish a newspaper, literary magazine, and yearbook. They participate in chorus , band, string orchestra, plays and musicals. Student government , California Scholarshi p Federation , National Honor Society, and over 25 clubs including Dance, Friday Nite Live, JSA, and Women of Worship (W.O.W) provide students with numerous opportunities for leadershi p and service. PRINCIPAL Rita Gleason '66 ENROLLMENT 720 TUITION $10 ,500.00 (includes registration , Parents' Association dues , campus ministry fee, athletic fees, activity fee, and yearbook) TUITION ASSISTANCE Extensive tuition awards are available to students with demonstrated financial need. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.ndhsb.org Maureen Sweeney Velasquez '68 , Director of Admissions (650) 595-1913 , ext. 320 / FAX: .(650) 595-2643 mvelasquez@ndhsb.org

Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory

Catholic CoEducation in the Heart of San Franciscol 1055 Ellis Street â&#x20AC;˘ San Francisco , CA 94109 â&#x20AC;˘ (4 15) 775-6626 PROFILE/ PHILOSOPHY

As the oldest Catholic school in San Francisco and the 1st co-educational hi gh school in the city, Sacred Heart Cathedra l Preparatory celebrates a 150-year tradition of serving the youth of San Francisco. Since our Sesquicentennial roots in 1 852 , the Daug hters of Charity and Christian Brothers, along with a dedicated lay faculty , have been preparing young men and women to serve the Church and their society by being dynamic members of the communities in which they live. Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory is a RomanCatholic, college preparatory, co-educational institution that welcomes students from diverse ethnic, social and religious backgrounds into a community which integrates Catholic beliefs with a challeng ing college prep curriculum and a balanced student activities program.

EXPECTATION: ENTER TO LEARN, LEAVE TO SERVE

is the SHCP motto that greets all that walk through the school doors . Accurate ly portraying the aims and ideals of the institution, this motto guides the Campus Ministry, Student Activities and service learning projects where SHCP students learn to share their gifts and talents with the Church and the communi ties they live in. PRINCIPAL John F. Scudder, Jr. '73 ENROLLMENT 1230 young men and women FACULTY 83

CURRICULUM Sacred Heart Cathedra l Preparatory is a Catholic college preparatory institution with a solid sequential curriculum of reli gious education, the libera l arts and physical and life sciences. In addition to the required college preparatory programs , Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory offers a four year Scholar Program, established especiall y for high ability students . Honors and Advanced Placement courses are offered throughout the curriculum.

GRADUATES Virtuall y all Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory graduates will matriculate at colleges and universities, many at some of the most presti g ious institutions in the country . More than 80% of SHCP graduates will enter four-year institutions with approximate ly 25% of these attending Catholic colleges and universities.

TUITION AND FEES 2002-2003 $8,600 & $700 FINANCIAL AID Extensive tuition awards are available based on a family's need FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Mr. Timothy Burke 70 Director of Admissions (415) 775-662 6 Ext. 729 E-Mail: timoburk@shcp.edu

Sacred Heart Prep arato ry Sacred Heart Schools • 150 Valparaiso Avenue • Atherton, CA 94027 • (650) 322-1866

PROFILE

Sacred Heart Prep is a Roman Catholic , independent, college preparato ry school. It is coeducational with an enrollment of 465 in grades 9-12. The School was founded by the Religious of the Sacred Heart in 1898. It is located on a 62-acre wooded campus, bordering Menlo Park and Atherton. An education at Sacred Heart Prep is strong in studies , serious in ethical principles, and rich in the sp irit of The Gospel. The School is a member of the Network of 21 Sacred Heart Schools in the United States. It is the essence' of a Sacred Heart School that it be deepl y concerned for each student's total development: sp iritual , intellectual, emotional and physical. School policies and practices provide for the development of leadership and self-disci pline Sacred Heart consists of a culturall y diverse student body, and this mix of individuals develops an appreciation and understanding of diverse races, religions and cultures as students prepare to be global citizens.

MISSION STATEMENT

The Schools of the Sacred Heart in the United States, members of a world wide network , offer an education that is marked by a distinctive spirit. It is the essence of a Sacred Heart School that it be deeply concerned for each student's total development: spiritual, intellectual, emotional and physical It is the essence of a Sacred Heart School that it emphasize serious study, that it educate to a social responsibility and that it lay the foundation of a strong faith.

PH LOSOPHY

Each Sacred Heart School offers an education that is distinguished by its commitment to the following five goals • A personal and active faith in God • A deep respect for intellectual values • A social awareness which impels to action • The building of community as a Christian value • Personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom

CURRICULUM

The Sacred Heart Prep course work is designed to offer an intellectuall y challenging education to collegebound young men and women. (100% continue on to colleges and universities). Students carry six academic subjects and are required to satisfy the following distributional requirements for their diploma — 4 years of English, 3 years of a foreign language, 4 years ot History, iyears ot bcience (2 Laboratory Sciences), 3 years of Mathematics, 3.5 years of Religious Studies , 3 semesters of Fine Arts and 2 semesters of Physical Education. Our Fine Arts program includes: drama , dance, chora l and instrumental music, studio art , ceramics , sculpture, and photography. Students are encouraged to become critical thinkers and to develop an enthusiasm and lifelong love for learning. Most of the students enroll in Honor and Advanced Placement courses during their j unior and senior years. In addition, students must comp lete a minimum of 100

hours of community service over a four year period. The Service Learning Program is desi gned to enable students to become activel y involved in the wider community as responsible citizens. There is a coordinated approach to spiritual life involving the SHP Community— faculty, students, staff and parents. Month ly seasonal liturg ies , p lanned and carried out by students, embrace the entire school community, Catholic and non-Catholic alike. An organized off campus formal retreat for each class is mandatory. Each Monday assembl y opens with a call to prayer or meditative silence.

ACTIVITIES AND ATHLETICS

Extracurricular clubs and activities at Sacred Heart Prep play a significant part in the life of each student. They provide fun , a sense of community, a chance to observe hidden talents and to gain confidence in one's own initiative and abilities, and an opportunity to develop leadership potential. Activities include drama, music, yearbook, newspaper , and student council. Many students partici pate in Model United Nations, Interact Club (Rotary), National Honor Society, Amnesty International, Ski Club, Hiking Club, Spanish Club , Environmenta l Club and Campus Ministry. While academic commitments come first at Sacred Heart Prep, the School also seeks to develop fine athletes. The diversity of the interscholastic athletic program, the emphasis on partici pation, and the attention to the individual student athlete. The goal of many of our students is to achieve the Varsity level of competition. All in all , over 82 percent of the Sacred Heart Prep student body partici pate in at least one of the many championshi p caliber sports offered. ENROLLMENT 2002-2003 465 boys and girls Sacred Heart Prep attracts students from South San Francisco to San Jose.

PRINCIPAL

Richard A. Droli FACULTY 55 full-time and 15 part time members of the faculty. 80% hold advanced degrees. The student/faculty ratio is 15:1. TUITION AND FEES 2002-2003 $18 , 750

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Sacred Heart Prep remains committed to an effective financial assistance program which supports socio-economic divers ity. Thirty five percent of currentl y enrolled students receive some form of financial assistance. Financial assistance is awarded on the basis of need, as determined by the Financial Assistance Committee. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Carl Dos Remedios , Admission Office 650/473-4006 FAX 650/326-2761 Website : www.shschools.org

DOMENICO SCHOOL SAN 1500 BUTTERFIELD ROAD SAN ANSELMO, CA 94960-1099 •

PROFILE AND PHILOSOPHY

San Domenico School is the oldest Catholic , independent school in California, originall y established by the Dominican Sisters of Monterey in 1850. The Upper School offers a distinctive boarding and day college preparatory program to 155 young women from the greater Bay Area , California, and over 8 countries. Best known for its friendl y, welcoming community, rigorous academics , and superior performing arts in which teachers mentor their students and promote collaborative learning, San Domenico's spectacular campus on 515-acres j ust 20 miles north of San Francisco is an ideal setting in which to grow and learn. In addition to its superior academic program, San Domenico is home to a music conservatory and its nationall y renowned Virtuoso Program , an outstanding pre-professional chamber music program. The Upper School's other exceptional offerings include a livel y theatre arts program which stages six different performances annuall y, and a visual i—JM—m.L^^m^^^^m»^. ^^m arts program taught by features a full professional artists . San Domenico's campus library, technology center, art studio, music pavilion and music practice studios, drama arid dance rooms , a chapel, three dormitories , an outdoor swimming pool, athletic fields , tennis courts and an equestrian center.

CURRICULUM

San Domenico's superb academic curriculum prepares students to succeed in college. Advanced Placement classes are currentl y offered in Biology, Calculus , Chemistry, Environmental Science , English, French, Spanish, Statistics, Studio Art and US History. An innovative learning program is offered to Freshmen (Freshman Foundations) and to Juniors (American Studies) in which literature , history, art, religion and performance are presented in an integrated structure, providing a thematic and holistic educational experience. All students participate in San Domenico's R.O.S.E. (Real Opportunities in Service Education) program. The Director of Service Learning, along with teachers and students , integrates pertinent community proj ects to enhance academic depth and promote social activism. Students create unique personal interests with community involvement. Each spring, students take one week's break from traditional classroom learning to partici pate in alternative educational experiences. Past "Spring Discovery " activities have included back packing in Hawaii , touring the ancient ruins of Peru, study ing coral reef ecology in Costa Rica , and attending actor workshops at the Shakespeare festiva l in Ashland , OR. Our school takes pride in its commitment to ecological literacy and environmenta l science. In the past ten years the concept of sustainability has emerged as a vital presence in the identity of San Domenico and in its mission.

ACTIVITIES AND ATHLETICS

Organizations and clubs add an exciting dimension to student life . Choose from Student Council and Resident Council , Model United Nations, Environmenta l Club , Drama Club, Tour Guides, Poetry Club, Peer Counseling, Photograp hy Club, Promoting Positive Body Image, Organic Gardening, Verities (a magazine featuring creative literature) , Yearbook and the Student Newspaper. San Domenico competes in the Bay Counties League in volleyball , tennis, cross-country, basketball, soccer, swimming, track and field, and badminton. The vars ity volleyball team was this year's BCL West Bay Division II Champion.

COLLEGE PLACEMENT

Our graduates attend both public and private colleges and universities Recent graduates attend such colleges as Boston University, Brown, Emory, John Hopkins/ Peabody Conservatory, Lewis and Clark, Oberlin, Occidental, Pitzer, School of Visual Arts, Stanford, Universities of California, * University of Washington, I USC and Willamette. HEAD James Tschann PRINCIPAL John Bowermaster TUITION , 2002-2003 Boarding: $34,260 Day : $19,360 FINANCIAL AID San Domenico is committed to diversity in its student body and provides financial aid to qualified students . All financial aid is awarded on the basis of need. Payment p lan options are also available to hel p make a San Domenico education affordable. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Barbara Upton Associate Director of Upper School Admission Phone: (415) 258-1905 Fax: (415) 258-1906 Email: admissions@sandomenico.org Website : www.sandomenico.org

St. Ign atius College Prep aratory 2001 - 37th Avenue • San Francisco • California • 94116 (415) 731-7500

PROFILE

St. Ignatius College Preparatory celebrates its 147th year of providing Jesuit secondary education in the San Francisco Bay Area. SI is one of 44 Jesuit secondary schools in the United States providing values-centered education. SI was the tenth Jesuit secondary school to become coeducational. During their four years at SI, our students receive rigorous academic training designed to ensure that they are well prepared to enter the world of hi gher education. Historicall y, over 99% of St. Ignatius graduates enroll in colleges and universities throughout the United States. Our strong college preparatory curriculum is balanced by an active Campus Ministry program , an excellent athletic department which offers inter-scholastic competition on over 60 teams, and a superb fine arts program hig hli ghted by productions and presentations throughout the school year.

PHILOSOPHY

There are two primary objectives to a Jesuit education: first, educating the total person; and second, forming "men and women for others." In achieving the first objective, SI offers programs that enable students to develop academicall y, physicall y, sp iritually, and socially. Student activities are a vita l part of the curriculum at SI. They provide opportunities to develop interests and talents that are normall y untapped in classroom activities. The second objective permeates all aspects of SI education but is most clearl y focused in the 100 hours or more of community service. This special graduation requirement has as its goal the development of Christian leaders.

CURRICULUM

The academic program at St. Ignatius College Preparatory is designed to prepare students for their college education, offering them four years of college preparatory study. Minimum graduation requirements meet or exceed the prerequisites and recommended subjects for any selective college in the country. They include 8 semesters of English, 7 semesters of Reli gious Studies, 6 semesters of Mathematics, 6 semesters of Social Science, 4 semesters of the same Foreign Language, 5 semesters of Science, 2 semesters of PE, 2 semesters of Fine A rts, 8 semesters of college preparatory electives, and 100 hours of supervised community service. For students who wish to be challenged further, SI offers Advanced Placement and Honors classes in English, Mathematics, Social Science, Foreign Language, and Science. Students who pass Advanced Placement exams receive college credit and thus save on university tuition. In 2000, 530 students took 1,090 AP exams , passing 75 percent of them. SI is among the top 30 schools in the nation in terms of the number of exams administered and is in the top three in Northern California.

PRINCIPAL Mr. Charles Dullea ENROLLMENT 1415 FACULTY

TUITION / FEES

$9,990 / $500

FINANCIAL AID

Available to students with demonstrated financial need Over $900 ,000 of need-based financial aid has been awarded to over 18% of the student bod for the y 2002-2003 academic year. The average grant was $3,500. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Admissions Staff Mr. Kevin M. Grady, Admissions Directo r Mrs. Lori Yap, Assistant Admissions Director Ms. Genny Poggetti, Admissions Coordinato r

Woodside Priory School 302 Portola Road Pbrtola Valley, CA 94028 • 6 5 0/ 8 5 1-8221

California's Benedictine College Preparatory School

Web site: www.WoodsidePriory.com

OUR MISSION

Woodside Priory School is an independent , Catholic , college preparato ry school in the Benedictine tradition. Our mission is to assist students of promise in becoming lifelong learners who will productively serve a world in need of their gifts . We believe in these Benedictine values: Spirituality God works in us , through us, and for us.

Hospitality

All are welcomed with honor and respect. Integrity Learning flourishes in an environment of honesty, trust and personal responsibility. Individuality Every student has gifts to be discovered , nurtured, and treasured. Community Together we find strength and purpose in supporting one another We believe these values are made real in a community in which every student is known and loved.

OVERVIEW

A challenging curriculum, combined with a full program of interscholastic sports, extra-curricular activities, cultural events and service to community provides an atmosphere encouraging growth in the personal , intellectual , physical and spiritual aspects of a young person 's life. The Priory provides a coed student community, unique to the Bay Area in its middle school , grades six through eight, and high school , freshman through senior years.

The boarding program,

an option for high school boys , fosters community living and provides a structured environment for the development of academic skills. Boarders from Marin, Alemeda and San Francisco counties , as well as from other parts of the US consider boarding as an exciting option. Students come to the Priory from around the world to experience American culture and education. The boarding program provides the "best of both worlds", integrating an all-boys living experience with the coed environment of the school. The Priory is located on sixty acres in rural Portola Valley. The campus is about 40 miles south of San Francisco and five miles west of Stanford University.

PHILOSOPHY

Priory students are challenged to engage in the fullest experience of education - by intellectual inquiry, through knowledge of human history and culture and by clear thinking, speaking and writing. Study and research skills are emphasized in all academic areas. The small school size and the ten-to-one student teacher ratio are assets, bringing the serious student into the framework of a strong, academic environment. A W ^M supportive, caring p^ and qualified faculty , "x r of lay teachers and Benedictine monks forms the nucleus of the community that is Woodside Priory School. Class sizes are small, generall y ranging from 15-1 8 students.

CURRICULUM

High School graduation requirements include • 8 semesters of English Literature • 1 semester Expository Writing Lab • 6 semesters of Mathematics • 6 semesters of Lab Sciences • 7 semesters of History/Global Studies/American Government • 6 semesters of language (Spanish , Japanese or French) • 6 semesters of Theology • 2 semesters of Health and Physical Education • 2 semesters of Humanities 1 semester of Computer Science , IMpa lr- ^Hl 2 semesters of Fine Arts/ Drama/Music and Speech 18 Advanced Placement courses are offered in Art, English, European and U.S. History, Calculus (AB/BC), Computer Science, Environmenta l Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and Modern Languages (Spanish and French) Biology, Psychology, Statistics, and Economics • Elective offerings include: Anthropology, Architecture, Astronomy, Ceramics , Chorus, Computer Gra phics, Drama , Life Fitness, Modern Languages IV, Orchestra , Photogra phy, Play Production, and Visual Arts. A four-year community service program is an integral part of the high school curriculum. High school students are required to offer 100 hours of service to the community. While at the Priory, students work with children, young adults, the infirm and elderl y as well as homeless and displaced persons.

HEADMASTER

Tim Molak , M.A. COMPREHENSIVE FEE 2002-2003 (Includes: tuition, dail y lunch, activities and athletic fees) Day Students: $20,350 TU ITION ASSISTANCE The Priory is committed to working with families regarding tuition costs. Towards that end, a tuition assistance program is available and aid is awarded on the basis of famil y need. For the 2002-2003 school year over $750,000 has been awarded to approximately 20% of the student body. Contact Admissions for Financial Aid applications. ENROLLMENT Co-educational - 330 students Middle School: Grades 6 through 8 High School: Grades 9 through 12 FACULTY Sixty teachers form the faculty of the school , including five members of the Benedictine Community. Four members of the faculty hold doctorates and a majority hold advanced degrees. TO VISIT THE PRIORY From the I-280 freeway, take the Al p ine Road/Portola Valley exit. Follow Al pine Road west three miles to a stop sign at Portola Road. Turn ri ght onto Portola Road. The Priory entrance is one half-mile. OPEN HOUSES Saturday, November 16 , 2002 at 10 AM Sunday, December 8 , 2002 at 1 PM (Please contact Admissions to reserve a p lace at Open House.) FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Al Zappelli , Director of Admissions and Financial Aid Woodside Priory School 302 Portola Road Portola Valley, CA 94028 650-85 1-8221 e-mail: azappelli@woodsidepriory.com Web site: www.woodsidepriory.com

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I am honored, on behalf of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, to present to you our Catholic Secondary Schools! From Marin County through San Mateo County each Catholic Secondary School strives to provide an excellent academic education steeped in Gospel values for all our young men and women. I invite you to visit our campuses and see for yourself the dedication and commitment we have to forming our young peop le in our faith. Each secondary school is unique in its charism, culture and charm. Individually and collectively the primary focus of our secondary schools is to guide and nurture young peop le in their faith as they grow into adulthood. Our faculty and administrators provide a school climate that is both challenging and nurturing. The mora l and academic foundation they receive forms them into leaders for tomorrow. Graduates are well armed with skills and values enabling them to successfully manage the challenges they will face as adults in a difficult world. Please consider one of our Catholic Secondary Schools for your son or daughter. Four years can make a world of difference.

Maureen Huntington

Ms. Maureen Huntingto n Superintendent of Catholic Schools Archdiocese of San Francisco

How can I get the most supportive environmen t for my child during the next four years ? The community environment experienced in Catholic schools full y supports students in their spiritual and academic growth. Teachers dedicate themselves to helping students achieve their full potential.

Wha t can a Catholic high school do for

my child?

The teaching of Catholic values is core to the curriculum in Catholic high schools. Equall y important is the relig ious community of adults surrounding Catholic schools which supports the schools ' mission. Catholic schools mandate that their students take more college preparatory classes. Catholic schools provide a challenging academic curricula in which students thrive , particularl y in relig ious studies, mathematics , science, English and other core subje cts .

/ am unable to afford the expense of a Catholic education; what can I do? All Catholic hig h schools in the San Francisco Archdiocese have substantial scholarship and financial aid programs for students arid families who qualify.

Wha t are the results for Catholic high school graduates ? Over 98% of Catholic school graduates in the San Francisco Archdiocese enroll in colleges and universities .

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Convent of the Sacred Heart Hi g h School 2222 Broadway Street, San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 292-3125 (7:00 pm) Open House: Wed., Nov. 6

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Immaculate Conception Academy 3625 - 24th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110 (415) 824-2052 (9:00 am - 11:30 am) Open House: Sat., Oct. 19

Junipero Serra High School 451 West 20th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403 (650) 345-8207 (7:00 pm) Open House: Thurs., Dec. 5

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Marin Catholic High School 675 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, Kentfield, CA 94904 (415) 461-8844 (2:00 - 4:30 pm) Open House: Sun., Nov. 3

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Mercy High School Burlingame 2750 Adeline Drive, Burlingame , CA 94010 (650) 343-363 1 (1:00 - 4:00 pm) Open House: Sun., Nov. 3 Tues., Dec. 3 (7:00 pm) (1:30 - 3:00 pm) 8th Gr. Day - Mon., Oct. 21 7th Gr. Day - Mon., May 19 (1 :30 - 3:00 pm)

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Mercy High School - San Francisco 3250 - 19th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94132 (415) 334-0525 (Breakfast at 8:30 am Open House: Sun., Oct. 27 Program at 9:00 am)

Notre Dame High School 1540 Ralston Avenue, Belmont, CA (650) 595-1913 Open House: Sat., Oct. 26 Sun., Nov. 17 7th Gr. Day - Fri., May 2

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Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory 1055 Ellis Street, San Francisco, CA 94109-7795 (41 5) 775-6626 Open House: Sun., Nov. 3 (9:00 am - 11:00 am)

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Sacred Heart Prep Hi gh School 150 Valparaiso Avenue, Atherton, CA 94027 (650) 322-1866 Open House: Sun., Oct. 27 (1 :00 - 3:30 pm) Sun., Nov. 24 (1:00 - 3:30 pm)

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San Domenico School 1500 Butterfield Road, San Anselmo , CA 94960 (415) 258-1905 Open House: Sun., Nov. 17 • (1 :00 - 4:00 pm) RSVP Required

St. Ignatius College Preparatory 2001 - 37th Avenue, San Francisco , CA 94116 (41 5) 731-7500 Open House: Sun., Nov. 10 (1 :00 - 3:30 pm)

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Stuart Hall High School 1715 Octavia St. (at Pine), San Francisco , CA 94109 (415) 292-3 166 Open House: Sun. Nov. 10 (2:30-4:30 pm) Woodside Priory School 302 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA 9402 8 (650) 851-8221 (10 am) Open House: Sat., Nov. 16 (1 pm) Sun., Dec. 8

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