The first Mass of the school year was celebrated on August 15, the Feast of the Assumption of Our Blessed Virgin Mary into heaven. The teachers were told by Brother Christ during morning prayer that this Feast is known in the Eastern tradition as the "Dormition of Our Lady." Regardless of its name, it is most appropriate that a school named after Our Lady of Grace should open its year with a celebration of Her glorious assumption.
In addition to praying for a successful school year, the congregation prayed for Our Lady's blessing on our endeavors and much success for teachers and students alike.