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Catholic Memorial School e-Knightline December 17, 2009

Holiday Cheer on Baker Street

The Christmas spirit was strong this week, with many gifts given and received and thankful hearts among young and old. At the annual Lessons and Carols assembly on December 17, CM President Paul Sheff '62 addressed the student body with warm wishes for a Merry Christmas, along with a reminder to remember the true meaning of the holidays.

"The Gospel of Luke's theme is one of universality," Sheff said. "Jesus, like John the Baptist, came to seek out and save those who are lost. No mention of Jew or Gentile, town or tribe--simply put, those who are lost..."

"We have come together from many towns and many countries," said Sheff. "Our religious and ethnic backgrounds, our social and economic circumstances may differ, but we are a single community, guided and inspired by the Gospel message, which is the message of salvation. That salvation is made present in the birth of a child...We are not lost, we are found."

Above, Mrs. Solman, Ms. Lockwood and Mr. Perfetti took time out of their busy days after school, along with several students, to ring the bells for the Salvation Army at Roche Brothers in West Roxbury.

"We Saw His Star": Christmas Concert Delights

CM's Kevin Beazley '11 has a voice most choruses long for. With deep baritone notes that can fill a cathedral space, Beazley showed hundreds of listeners why this week. That began for him in his own church--St. Theresa's in Dorchester, where Beazley performed portions of Handel's Messiah alongside Boston Symphony Orchestra musicians.

And last Wednesday evening, Beazley again brought a hush among several hundred listeners in the cavernous space of Holy Name Church. Singing "Have yourself a merry little Christmas," Beazler was one of many soloists who showcased their talents in the annual CM Christmas Concert...[read more]

CM Alumni: News and Notes

New York City Alumni Reception
Alumni are welcome to join host Kevin Dyson '83,
Senior Vice President and General Manager, Barneys New York, at a New York City CM Alumni Reception on Monday, January 25, 2010.

The reception will be held in the Penthouse at Barneys New York, at Madison Ave. and Sixty-First St. (8th Flr.), from 5:30pm - 7:00pm. Please RSVP to Douglas Zack at (617)-469-8017 or email DouglasZack @CatholicMemorial.org.

Kurtis Buczynski '09 is now a freshman at Framingham State College. He is playing starting fullback on the FSC rugby team.

Mark E. Campbell '65 retired last year after 30 years with the city of Boston. He's now enjoying life on Rexhame Beach in Marshfield. Mark would enjoy hearing from old friends like Jon Ruel, Dear Finn, Bud Dolan, Jim Mahoney, and Dennis Donovan.

Michael Connelly '82 announced the publication of his latest book, The President's Team: The 1963 Army-Navy Game and the Assassination of JFK, at a book release party and signing at the Hotel Commonwealth on November 18.

Kevin Duggan '90, Kate (Willett) Duggan and sister Aisling Duggan welcomed Finbar Duggan to the family on October 20, 2009.

Paul Laubenstein '73 recently moved to Swampscott after 20 or more years on the South Shore. He married on March 27, 2009 to the former Lisa Smith of Swampscott. They honeymooned in Venice, Italy. He is still running the New England Senior Hockey League, who played at Fenway Park in December.

Michael A. Rolfo '02 is doing well and working now as an engineer.

Ben Sardella '96 is currently living in San Francisco, CA, working as the senior director of sales for Sabrix, Inc.

Young Alumni: Respond to Mr. Meagher's Challenge! Join Mr. Meagher in his Young Alumni Challenge. Click here for more details.

Note: these are just some of the News/Notes that alumni have been submitting for the next issue of CM Magazine. Alumni--click here to send us your news, photos, or updates!

CM Car Club heads to New England Auto Show

The CM Car Club's first excursion of the year brought it to the New England Auto Show at the Boston Convention Center December 3. Moderator Mr. Tegan and a dozen students made the trip, one of at least four after-school trips they make through the year to area auto shows.

"Kids and cars, it's a natural connection," says Tegan. "Whether it be tinkering with them or admiring the worksmanship. The Car Club fills that need..." [read more]

Save the Date: Catholic Memorial Fashion Show

Sunday, March 21, 2010
Mosley's on the Charles, Dedham
11:30 a.m. Cocktails and Shopping
1:00 p.m. Lunch and Fashion Show

Any parent interested in joining the committee can contact Nancy Jacob P'14, NancyJacob1@yahoo.com or Doug Zack Director of Advancement, DouglasZack@CatholicMemorial.org The first committee meeting is Wednesday, January 6, 2010, 6:30 p.m., Donahue Hall Resource Room.