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Inside THIS ISSUE SAB activities begin Page 3 Johnny Cash 1932-2003 Page 8 Cougars lose to Wisconsin Page 16 NEWS FEATURES SPORTS Saint Xavier Accepts The "Challenge to Unity" By Becky Hicks Deputy News Editor "I don't seem to have the answers, I'm looking, forI don't seem to have the words to say,when I want to smile but I just have to cry when I want to laugh, but I just have to ask God why We see a Nation who's lost its way, so we get down on our knees and pray for the people who aren't coming home, and for those who have to walk life alone" - Joel Slater A Residential Life RA, Tiffany Richardson started off the ceremony, "As we gather tonight, we ask that you open your hearts and minds in reflection and prayer. On September 11, 2001, our country went through something that united us for a moment as a nation, as a family, and as America. Tonight we, the department of Residential Life, challenge you to unity. "We challenge you tonight to unite, not just tonight, but for the rest of our years at Saint Xavier University. We challenge you when you leave to promote unity everywhere you go. The lives lost on September 11 should keep us together, for they are watching over us. praying for us, and hoping we become one nation under God. The Pledge of Allegiance was said, every student on their feet, their hand on their Students reflect at 9/11 Memorial (Photo courtesy of the Xavierite) chest, and loudly with pride began, "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America..." Robin DaSilva then asked the students and faculty to remain standing as she sang "My Country 'Tis of Thee." The lit candles flickered in the night, and the crowd began to lightly sing along, as if praying through already written prose. "What I encourage everybody to think about now, what I've been thinking about the past couple days as we have been coming towards this, is that what have we taken from this, how are we going to represent those people that we have known that are gone now? Are we going to represent them in mourning and sorrow? From the ashes we rise new life, something new needs to grow in place of this," Stephanie Wright said. Wright then sang a haunting rendition of The National Anthem that silenced the crowd and sent chills down their backs.. Then members of the Residential Life staff came up to the microphone and read statements like "In the mists of hunger and war, oppression and tyranny, doubt and despair, fear and betrayal, you will celebrate the promise of service and freedom, faith and compassion, joy and loyalty," asking the crowd to respond to their challenge with "I accept the challenge." The students and faculty were then asked to place their lit candles on the steps in front of the Mary statue. When they walked back to their spots, everyone held hands and reflected in silence before a group of students sang, "I pray for you, you pray for me, I love you, I need you to survive. I won't harm you with words from my mouth, I love you, I need you to survive." Mark DeMott closed the ceremony with his reflection of the evening and a closing prayer. "We might be inspired by those who were so courageous two years ago on this day, that we might truly have the courage not to just be a nation united, but to truly be a world united. To truly be united as the people that God has created us to be." Mercy Week Kicks-Off Next Week At SXU By Christina Cucci Contributor September 24th is Saint Xavier University's annual Mercy Day, only many people may not know that the university devotes an entire week to celebrating Mercy Week. First and foremost, this day is mainly attributed to mark the Feast of Our Lady of Mercy and honor Her; Mary, Mother of God, under that title. It is further the Anniversary of Sisters of Mercy founder, Catherine McAuley's opening of the first House of Mercy in Dublin, Ireland in 1827. In 1846, it was Mother Frances Xavier Warde, who led a group of five sisters to Chicago where they opened Saint Xavier Academy, and began nursing the sick and those who could not afford health care. In a passage entitled, "A Vision Of Our Catholic Identity" found in the SXU Handbook, Mercy is regarded not only as an act of physical aid, but also as an act of love and consideration for individuals less fortunate and for one another, in general, as God's children on earth; "As a Catholic university of the Sisters of Mercy of the America, Saint Xavier shares in the commitment to as in solidarity with the economically poor of the world, especially women and children. The commitment to Mercy means that we all care that all our students develop a voice in the conversation of the contemporary world, that we care that they achieve competence and pursue excellence in the arts and sciences, and that they infuse personal and professional practice with the spirit of liberal learning. The hospitality and compassion which marked the work of Catherine McAuley should be reflected in the life of the University community, the character of its education, and in its many services to the community." Sister Mary Loftus, an RSM for Mercy Care at Saint Xavier, seemed to deem this message true when she explained, "People attend SXU for a solid education. They're here for a liberal arts education or to get a good preparation for their profession, but because this is a school sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, all our challenged to give their energy and gifts to extend God's mercy to the world." While speaking with Sister Mary Loftus at length, she told of the various events that would take place during Mercy Week (Sept. 23-25), but further indicated that most would be intended for faculty and staff only. The outset event will be hosted at the year's first Public Discourse which will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 23rd from 4:30-6:00 p.m. in the "Back Room" of Gilhooley's Grande Saloon. On Wednesday, Sept. 24th, Mercy Day itself, faculty and staff will be provided with breakfast and a lecture on Mercy Tra- Sean Gross colors with Service Club (Photo courtesy of Sisters of Mercy) ditions from 7:15-8:30 p.m. in SXU's Bishop Quarter Room. Finally, on Thursday, Sept. 25th from noon to 1:15 p.m. SXU's Main Reception Room will host a Luncheon and lecture on Mercy Traditions. Sister Mary Loftus expressed how she would like to see more events for students to attend during Mercy Week in the future. Still, on Wednesday all are invited to the McDonough Chapel for Liturgy at noon and a Prayer Service at 2:00 p.m. Prayer cards are available for all in the Diner. When understanding the Mercy Tradition in the SXU community, the main question posed is where or how is the Mercy evident at SXU and where is it lacking? Jon-Pierre Bradley, a 2nd-year student at SXU explained what the University might do to enhance our Mercy identity; "the SXU community is so closely-knit and there is so much friendship here, it makes it almost impossible not to want to show Mercy to one another. From the tutoring programs offered, to the teachers and students themselves I feel that Saint Xavier creates a very positive atmosphere which makes showing and obtaining Mercy that much more accessible." "Mercy" Continued on Page 3
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Title | 2003 Vol.73, No. 3 Xavierite |
Document | The Xavierite |
Date | 2003 |
Organization | Saint Xavier University |
Location | Chicago, Illinois |
Coverage | 2003 |
Collection | Xavierite (Saint Xavier University) |
Relation | Saint Xavier University Publications |
Subject(s) | Saint Xavier University (Chicago, Ill.) -- History. |
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Language | eng |
Publisher | Saint Xavier University |
Year Published | 2013 |
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Document | The Xavierite |
Date | 2003 |
Organization | Saint Xavier University |
Location | Chicago, Illinois |
Coverage | 2003 |
Transcript | Inside THIS ISSUE SAB activities begin Page 3 Johnny Cash 1932-2003 Page 8 Cougars lose to Wisconsin Page 16 NEWS FEATURES SPORTS Saint Xavier Accepts The "Challenge to Unity" By Becky Hicks Deputy News Editor "I don't seem to have the answers, I'm looking, forI don't seem to have the words to say,when I want to smile but I just have to cry when I want to laugh, but I just have to ask God why We see a Nation who's lost its way, so we get down on our knees and pray for the people who aren't coming home, and for those who have to walk life alone" - Joel Slater A Residential Life RA, Tiffany Richardson started off the ceremony, "As we gather tonight, we ask that you open your hearts and minds in reflection and prayer. On September 11, 2001, our country went through something that united us for a moment as a nation, as a family, and as America. Tonight we, the department of Residential Life, challenge you to unity. "We challenge you tonight to unite, not just tonight, but for the rest of our years at Saint Xavier University. We challenge you when you leave to promote unity everywhere you go. The lives lost on September 11 should keep us together, for they are watching over us. praying for us, and hoping we become one nation under God. The Pledge of Allegiance was said, every student on their feet, their hand on their Students reflect at 9/11 Memorial (Photo courtesy of the Xavierite) chest, and loudly with pride began, "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America..." Robin DaSilva then asked the students and faculty to remain standing as she sang "My Country 'Tis of Thee." The lit candles flickered in the night, and the crowd began to lightly sing along, as if praying through already written prose. "What I encourage everybody to think about now, what I've been thinking about the past couple days as we have been coming towards this, is that what have we taken from this, how are we going to represent those people that we have known that are gone now? Are we going to represent them in mourning and sorrow? From the ashes we rise new life, something new needs to grow in place of this," Stephanie Wright said. Wright then sang a haunting rendition of The National Anthem that silenced the crowd and sent chills down their backs.. Then members of the Residential Life staff came up to the microphone and read statements like "In the mists of hunger and war, oppression and tyranny, doubt and despair, fear and betrayal, you will celebrate the promise of service and freedom, faith and compassion, joy and loyalty," asking the crowd to respond to their challenge with "I accept the challenge." The students and faculty were then asked to place their lit candles on the steps in front of the Mary statue. When they walked back to their spots, everyone held hands and reflected in silence before a group of students sang, "I pray for you, you pray for me, I love you, I need you to survive. I won't harm you with words from my mouth, I love you, I need you to survive." Mark DeMott closed the ceremony with his reflection of the evening and a closing prayer. "We might be inspired by those who were so courageous two years ago on this day, that we might truly have the courage not to just be a nation united, but to truly be a world united. To truly be united as the people that God has created us to be." Mercy Week Kicks-Off Next Week At SXU By Christina Cucci Contributor September 24th is Saint Xavier University's annual Mercy Day, only many people may not know that the university devotes an entire week to celebrating Mercy Week. First and foremost, this day is mainly attributed to mark the Feast of Our Lady of Mercy and honor Her; Mary, Mother of God, under that title. It is further the Anniversary of Sisters of Mercy founder, Catherine McAuley's opening of the first House of Mercy in Dublin, Ireland in 1827. In 1846, it was Mother Frances Xavier Warde, who led a group of five sisters to Chicago where they opened Saint Xavier Academy, and began nursing the sick and those who could not afford health care. In a passage entitled, "A Vision Of Our Catholic Identity" found in the SXU Handbook, Mercy is regarded not only as an act of physical aid, but also as an act of love and consideration for individuals less fortunate and for one another, in general, as God's children on earth; "As a Catholic university of the Sisters of Mercy of the America, Saint Xavier shares in the commitment to as in solidarity with the economically poor of the world, especially women and children. The commitment to Mercy means that we all care that all our students develop a voice in the conversation of the contemporary world, that we care that they achieve competence and pursue excellence in the arts and sciences, and that they infuse personal and professional practice with the spirit of liberal learning. The hospitality and compassion which marked the work of Catherine McAuley should be reflected in the life of the University community, the character of its education, and in its many services to the community." Sister Mary Loftus, an RSM for Mercy Care at Saint Xavier, seemed to deem this message true when she explained, "People attend SXU for a solid education. They're here for a liberal arts education or to get a good preparation for their profession, but because this is a school sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, all our challenged to give their energy and gifts to extend God's mercy to the world." While speaking with Sister Mary Loftus at length, she told of the various events that would take place during Mercy Week (Sept. 23-25), but further indicated that most would be intended for faculty and staff only. The outset event will be hosted at the year's first Public Discourse which will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 23rd from 4:30-6:00 p.m. in the "Back Room" of Gilhooley's Grande Saloon. On Wednesday, Sept. 24th, Mercy Day itself, faculty and staff will be provided with breakfast and a lecture on Mercy Tra- Sean Gross colors with Service Club (Photo courtesy of Sisters of Mercy) ditions from 7:15-8:30 p.m. in SXU's Bishop Quarter Room. Finally, on Thursday, Sept. 25th from noon to 1:15 p.m. SXU's Main Reception Room will host a Luncheon and lecture on Mercy Traditions. Sister Mary Loftus expressed how she would like to see more events for students to attend during Mercy Week in the future. Still, on Wednesday all are invited to the McDonough Chapel for Liturgy at noon and a Prayer Service at 2:00 p.m. Prayer cards are available for all in the Diner. When understanding the Mercy Tradition in the SXU community, the main question posed is where or how is the Mercy evident at SXU and where is it lacking? Jon-Pierre Bradley, a 2nd-year student at SXU explained what the University might do to enhance our Mercy identity; "the SXU community is so closely-knit and there is so much friendship here, it makes it almost impossible not to want to show Mercy to one another. From the tutoring programs offered, to the teachers and students themselves I feel that Saint Xavier creates a very positive atmosphere which makes showing and obtaining Mercy that much more accessible." "Mercy" Continued on Page 3 |
Collection | Xavierite (Saint Xavier University) |
Relation | Saint Xavier University Publications |
Subject(s) | Saint Xavier University (Chicago, Ill.) -- History. |
Type | text |
Format | image/jpeg |
Language | eng |
Publisher | Saint Xavier University |
Year Published | 2013 |
Rights | The items digitized in this collection are the property of Saint Xavier University. This image may be used freely, with attribution, for research and educational purposes. For permission to publish, distribute, or use this image for any other purpose, please contact archives@sxu.edu. |