I flew out to Steubenville, Ohio last weekend for Parent's weekend. I love being there. The atmosphere on campus was what originally impressed me with the college and it is always a delight to visit. I am so thankful that my daughter has the opportunity to attend Franciscan University. I believe Franciscan University has been given the same charge God gave its namesake, Francis of Assisi...."Go, rebuild my Church."
The feast of St. Francis was celebrated on Saturday with Holy Mass (of course) and a medieval festival. It was even bigger and better than last year. The highlight of the weekend is the Festival of Praise on Saturday night. On Parents' Weekend, it is a Eucharistic Festival of Praise. As the young priest was announcing the order of events for the evening, the crowd started cheering when he mentioned the Eucharist being present. He chuckled and said, "I love this place! There are not many places where, at the mention of Jesus and the Eucharist, the crowd would start cheering "Woot, Woot!" I completely agree with him. I love Franciscan University.
A big thank you to my most wonderful husband for holding down the fort and letting me get away. I love you. Thanks also to my mom and dad, my friend Chris, and my in-laws for their help in watching and transporting kids. God bless you all.
