Allentown Diocese Catholic Schools

Students from across the Diocese of Allentown were recognized for their academic achievement, leadership, and commitment to the Catholic faith during the annual Bishop’s Catholic Scholar Society Awards held at the Alumni Center of Notre Dame High School, Easton.

The April 25 event filled the seats and brought together students, families, educators, clergy, and diocesan leaders to celebrate young people who exemplify the mission of Catholic education through scholarship, service, and faith-filled leadership.

The scholarships were funded through the support of the “Because We Are Catholic” Annual Appeal.

The Bishop’s Catholic Scholar Society Awards honor students from diocesan high schools, special learning centers, and parish communities who demonstrate academic excellence while living out Christian values in their schools, parishes, and communities. Scholarships are awarded to help support students as they continue their Catholic education at both the high school and collegiate levels.

The ceremony began with an opening prayer led by Father Alexander Brown, Chaplain of Notre Dame High School.

Guests were welcomed by Jaclyn Friel, Principal of Notre Dame, who reflected on the excellence of the students present.

“Today we recognize a remarkable group of young people,” said Friel. “Among us are outstanding students who have distinguished themselves for their dedication to academics, their commitment to their faith, and the way that they lead and serve within these communities.”

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Bishop’s Catholic Scholar Society Awards Recognize Diocesan Students - AD Today Students from across the Diocese of Allentown were recognized for their academic achievement, leadership, and commitment to the Catholic faith during the annual Bishop’s Catholic Scholar Society Awards held at the Alumni Center of Notre Dame High School, Easton.

In this month's episode of “Ready, Willing, & Able,” titled “Mary, Walking with You and Your Family,” podcast host Genevieve Anatalio invites Father Matthew Kuna, Chaplain of St. Christopher Catholic Newman Center, Kutztown University and Berks Catholic High School, Reading, to dive into topics surrounding the Blessed Mother.

Father Kuna reminds listeners of Mary’s role in the universal Church, as well as her particular significance to the Diocese of Allentown in this 65th anniversary year. Anatalio asks about Mary’s role in the domestic church – the family – and they discuss how the Blessed Mother walks with families through joys, sorrows, and everything in between.

The episode also offers some practical ideas for families and schools to foster greater devotion to the Blessed Mother, and both Anatalio and Father Kuna agree that incorporating the Rosary into a regular prayer routine can have powerful effects on families and individuals.

Last, Anatalio and Father Kuna talk about how Mary is the perfect intercessor for those discerning the big questions in life, sharing her impact on their own vocation stories.

With beautiful reflections and lighthearted anecdotes, the episode gives parents a lens for reflecting on and praying to the Blessed Mother.

“Ready, Willing, & Able” explores topics that will inform and edify Catholic parents. The creators aim to equip parents to discuss the faith with their kids and bring the richness of the Catholic faith into their family lives, so they feel ready, willing, and able to live out their call as primary educators of the faith.

Listen to “Mary, Walking with You and Your Family” here:
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