The Many Voices of Sacred Heart

Julie Jacob ‘94: on Faith

"As Sister Miller said in her Prayer for Sacred Heart Graduates, 'We pray for you as you leave Sacred Heart that you will leave here knowing that Sacred Heart is not just a school but a way of life, a gift to be lived, and shared for the rest of your life.'

"When I reflect on my life, I can honestly say that my years at Sacred Heart were the best years of my life. I cherish all the memories and people that make Sacred Heart special including Hearty Meals, Goûter, the Gymnastics team, Christmas Basket Mass and May Crowning. I am grateful for the staff who nurtured and taught me. The love from faculty like Mrs. Schroth, Mrs. Melito, Mrs. Mattesky and Mrs. Grenier are what make Sacred Heart the gift of a lifetime.

"A few years ago, my parents and I had the honor to see Mater Admirabilis in Rome, Italy. It was an opportunity I will always treasure and had it not been for the ASH Passport, we would have missed seeing Mater as the Trinita dei Monti church was undergoing renovations. Seeing the fresco gave me a deeper appreciation of the beauty and tradition of the annual celebration of Mater’s feast.

"Sacred Heart gave me a deeper faith base and prayerful attitude that has helped me during challenging times. I cherish any opportunity to go on campus to volunteer, visit or celebrate special events. I am fortunate to participate in the Head of School Circle, Sacré Coeur Founders and the Alumna board.

"During the pandemic while the gates were closed, I would park in front of school and spend some time in peaceful prayer and reflection. Sacred Heart will always feel like home and holds a special place in my heart."