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1 Blessed John Paul II High School Graduation Liturgy and Commencement Exercises Corpus Christi Cathedral 505 North Upper Broadway Corpus Christi, Texas May 28, :00 p.m.

3 BLESSED JOHN PAUL II HIGH SCHOOL Graduation Liturgy & Commencement Exercises Corpus Christi Cathedral 505 North Upper Broadway Corpus Christi, Texas May 28, :00 PM

4 Blessed John Paul II High School The Most Reverend Wm. Michael Mulvey, STL, DD Bishop of the Diocese of Corpus Christi Most Reverend Edmond Carmody, DD Bishop Emeritus Most Reverend Rene H. Gracida, DD Bishop Emeritus Reverend Joseph A. Lopez, JCL Chancellor René Gonzalez Superintendent of Catholic Schools Anna Lozano Associate Superintendent of Catholic Schools Nannette Quintanilla-Hatch Associate Superintendent of Catholic Schools Father Peter Marsalek President Perry Le Grange Principal Patricia C. Flores Assistant Principal Advisory Board Members Mr. H. C. Chuck Cazalas, President Mr. Mike McClellan, Vice President Ms. Janie Bell, Secretary Mrs. Patti Hubert Booth Mr. Arthur Haas Mrs. Michelle Hayes Rev. Msgr. Michael Heras Mrs. Catalina Longoria Dr. Rebecca Palacios Mr. Alfonso Ramirez Rev. Msgr. Morgan Rowsome Rev. Msgr. Roger Smith Mr. Darrell Thompson

5 Mission Statement Blessed John Paul II High School provides an accessible quality Catholic education serving families in the Diocese of Corpus Christi. Philosophy Blessed John Paul II High School is committed to the development and formation of all aspects of the student s life. Based on the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, Blessed John Paul II High School exists to radiate Jesus Christ in all things by encouraging those who learn, worship and work within this community to serve others and to strive toward the highest ideals of Christian spiritual, moral and intellectual perfection. The moral and spiritual life of Blessed John Paul II High School is based on Pope John Paul II s Apostolic Exhortation: The Church in America, and strives to: enable our students to encounter Jesus Christ through personal and liturgical prayer; foster within our students a desire for holiness and a life of continuous conversion to Jesus Christ despite imperfections; provide opportunities for our students to fully share in the Church as a sign of communion to each other and Jesus Christ; and promote opportunities for our students to live out the Gospel of Jesus Christ in solidarity with their brothers and sisters in the community through acts of charity and works of mercy. Recognizing their varied backgrounds and abilities, Blessed John Paul II High School provides a college preparatory education requiring diligence, rigor and consistent effort in order to develop each student s personal potential for scholastic achievement. In their course work, students engage in the pursuit of excellence and learn to become critical thinkers. Students are challenged to become witnesses to the Christian virtues so as to become true disciples of the Lord Jesus not only in their family life but also in the community. In addition to moral, spiritual and academic growth, Blessed John Paul II High School seeks to cultivate physical, social and emotional growth. These areas are addressed through the school s academic curriculum, retreats, student services, extracurricular activities and competitive sports.

6 Highest Ranking Students Leslie Hernandez Valeria Guerra Meagan Aguirre Joe Barrera Emily Carpenter Jacob Cosme Celina Gonzalez Emily Kimmel Katherine Mitchan Joseph Riojas recipients of Bishop Edmond Carmody Distinguished Achievement Award Meagan Aguirre Leslie Hernandez Emily Kimmel National Honor Society Members Meagan Aguirre Pedro Bañuelos Joe Barrera Emily Carpenter Jacob Cosme Candace Flores Julian Godoy Celina Gonzalez Joseph Gonzalez Valeria Guerra Leslie Hernandez Emily Kimmel Monica Megee David Mirabal Katherine Mitchan Melanie Plata Joseph Riojas Clay Thompson

7 Valedictorian Leslie Hernandez Salutatorian Valeria Guerra

8 Meagan Aguirre Lauro Almaraz Allison Alvarado Danielle Atkinson Michael Ballesteros Pedro Bañuelos Joe Barrera Jonathan Bosquez Christopher Cantu Emily Carpenter Sabrina Cisneros Jacob Cosme

9 Mario DeLaGarza Belinda DeLeon Nathan DeLosSantos Jonathan Dugosh Paige Duke Andrew Falcon Candace Flores Ednay Flores Alexander Fuentes Juan Gamboa Katelyn Gaitan Julian Godoy

10 Antonio Gonzalez Veronica Garcia Celina Gonzalez Alejandro Gonzalez Joseph Gonzalez Valeria Guerra Adriana Gutierrez Victoria Gutierrez Andrue Haywood Leslie Hernandez Samantha Hernandez Brian Hill

11 Emily Kimmel Alexander Klaven Lawrence Longoria John Lopez Gilbert Martinez Melanie Martinez Monica Megee Anessa Mendez David Mirabal Katherine Mitchan Lissette Monroy Kyle Munguia

12 Vianca Muñiz Edward Montez Oscar Nuñez Melanie Plata Joshua Poor Donald Ramsey Joseph Riojas John Rodarte Jamie Rodriguez Ryan Rodriguez Brian Salinas Cynthia Salinas

13 Ruben Sanchez Miranda Silva Gabriel Skrobarczyk Brandi Soliz Michael Clayton Speed William Stone Clay Thompson Jose Treviño Viktoria Vasquez Joshua Villalobos Breanna Villarreal Jonathan Viveros

14 Graduation Liturgy *All Join in Song Principal Celebrant Most Reverend Wm. Michael Mulvey, STL, DD Bishop of the Diocese of Corpus Christi Con-celebrants Bishop Emeritus Edmond Carmody, DD Rev. Peter Marsalek, Rev. Peter Martinez Priests of the Diocese of Corpus Christi Procession of Seniors....Pomp and Circumstance Sir Edward Elgar ( ) Welcome... Michael Clayton Speed *Opening Hymn Laudate Dominum TAIZE Liturgy of the Word First Reading (1 Kings 3:11-14). Joe Barrera A Reading from Book from the first Book of Kings: The Lord said to Solomon: Because you have asked for this not for a long life for yourself, nor for riches, nor for the life of your enemies, but for understanding so that you may know what is right I do as you requested.

15 I give you a heart so wise and understanding that there has never been anyone like you up to now, and after you there will come no one to equal you. In addition, I give you what you have not asked for, such riches and glory that among kings there is not your like. And if you follow me by keeping my statutes and commandments, as your father David did, I will give you a long life. Lector: The Word of the Lord Response: Thanks be to God *Responsorial Psalm (24)25, Second Reading (2 Timothy 1:13-14; 2:1-3).. Emily Kimmel A Reading from the second Letter of St. Paul to Timothy: Beloved: Take as your norm the sound words that you heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. Guard this rich trust with the help of the Holy Spirit that dwells within us. My child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. And what you heard from me through many witnesses entrust to faithful people who will have the ability to teach others as well. Bear your share of hardship along with me like a good soldier of Christ Jesus. Lector: The Word of the Lord Response: Thanks be to God *Gospel Acclamation (Festival Alleluia)

16 Gospel (Matthew 5:13-19): A reading from the Holy Gospel according to Matthew: Jesus said to his disciples: You are the salt of the earth. But if salt loses its taste, with what can it be seasoned? It is no longer good for anything but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot. You are the light of the world. A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and then put it under a bushel basket; it is set on a lampstand, where it gives light to all in the house. Just so, your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father. Do not think that I have come to abolish the law or the prophets. I have come not to abolish but to fulfill. Amen, I say to you, until heaven and earth pass away, not the smallest letter or the smallest part of a letter will pass from the law, until all things have taken place. Therefore, whoever breaks one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do so will be called least in the kingdom of heaven. But whoever obeys and teaches these commandments will be called greatest in the kingdom of heaven. Priest/Deacon: The Gospel of the Lord Response: Praise to You, Lord Jesus Christ Homily Bishop Wm. Michael Mulvey General Intercessions..... Meagan Aguirre Katherine Mitchan Jacob Cosme Offertory Procession Emily Carpenter Celina Gonzalez Joseph Riojas John Rodarte Choral Offertory Anthem: Come Follow Me Joseph Martin Cathedral Chapel Choir Liturgy of the Eucharist Invitation to Prayer Bishop: Pray, brethren, that our sacrifice may be acceptable to God, the almighty Father. Response: May the Lord accept this sacrifice at your hands, for the praise and glory of His name, for our good, and the good of all His church. Eucharistic Prayer Bishop: The Lord be with you. Response: And also with you. Bishop: Lift up your hearts. Response: We lift them up to the Lord. Bishop: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. Response: It is right to give Him thanks and praise. *Sanctus Mass of Creation Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power, God of might, Heaven and earth are full of Your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. Hosanna in the highest.

17 *Memorial Acclamation Mass of Creation Bishop: Let us proclaim the mystery of faith. Response: Christ has died, Christ is Risen, Christ will come again. *Great Amen Mass of Creation The Lord s Prayer Sign of Peace Agnus Dei - "Mass of Mary Magdalene" - DuFay Cathedral Youth Singers Communion Choral Meditation "The Lord is My Shepherd" - Allen Pote Cathedral Youth Singers *Communion Processional Hymn... Ubi Caritas Bob Hurd Mass Closing & Blessing by Bishop Bishop: The Lord be with you Bishop: Blessed be the name of the Lord. Bishop: Our help is in the name of the Lord. Bishop s Blessing Response: And also with you. Response: Now and forever. Response: Who made heaven and earth. Response: Amen Dismissal Choral Recessional.Exultate Justi John Williams Please be seated and remain in your pews for the graduation ceremony Special Presentation to Parents Sabrina Cisneros

18 Graduation Ceremony Opening Remarks Father Peter Marsalek, President Salutatorian Address Valeria Guerra Valedictorian Address Leslie Hernandez Certification of Class Mr. Rene Gonzalez, Superintendent Presentation of Diplomas Bishop Wm. Michael Mulvey Bishop Emeritus Edmond Carmody Father Peter Marsalek Closing Remarks Bishop Wm. Michael Mulvey Recessional March Noel Goemanne ( ) Lee Gwozdz, Cathedral Titular Organist We respectfully ask that you please remain in your pews during the recessional. Blessed John Paul II High School is accredited by the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department (TCCED) and is a member of the National Catholic Education Association (NCEA).

Acknowledgments The Blessed John Paul II High School community would like to thank Bishop Mulvey, Father Pete Elizardo, con-celebrating priests, Lee Gwozdz, Director/Organist, the

The school administration, faculty and staff also wish to acknowledge and thank the Office of Catholic Schools, School Advisory Board members, parents, volunteers, benefactors and

20 Acknowledgments The Blessed John Paul II High School community would like to thank Bishop Mulvey, Father Pete Elizardo, con-celebrating priests, Lee Gwozdz, Director/Organist, the Cathedral Youth Singers, the staff of Corpus Christi Cathedral, and altar servers for helping make this day a memorable one for the. The school administration, faculty and staff also wish to acknowledge and thank the Office of Catholic Schools, School Advisory Board members, parents, volunteers, benefactors and parishes of the Diocese of Corpus Christi who have supported Blessed John Paul II High School through various school events and activities this year. Together, you have helped us reach a very important milestone in the lives of our 2011 Centurions.

Be Not Afraid. Blessed. Be Not Afraid. Class of Graduation Liturgy. Corpus Christi Cathedral. 505 North Upper Broadway Corpus Christi, Texas

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