On December 11, 2025, our school community gathered for Mass in a vibrant and moving celebration for the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, honoring a tradition that continues to shape the faith, resilience, and cultural pride of so many of our families.
The celebration was enriched by the presence of Fr. Brendan Curran, OP, a Dominican priest and longtime advocate for immigrant communities. Fr. Brendan is a prominent Chicago faith leader who has been recently featured in national news for his leadership on immigration reform and his work with The Resurrection Project. He offered a reflection on what it means to say yes to compassion, dignity, and justice in today’s world. He reminded us that “God reminds us to say yes even in times of struggle.”
Students also shared heartfelt personal reflections that honored the strength of their families, the importance of cultural and spiritual traditions, and the enduring presence of Our Lady as a source of comfort and protection. Their words grounded the celebration in lived experience and echoed the voices of many who find hope through faith.
As flowers were brought forward in devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe, the community united in prayer, song, and gratitude, lifting up all who seek belonging, safety, and peace. The celebration concluded with joyful porras in her honor, a reminder that our faith is not only prayed but lived together.
May we continue to embody the spirit of the feast and renew our commitment to love, justice, and saying yes to one another.