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SFA FAMILY VISITS POPE BENEDICT XVI IN NY

"How beautiful are the footsteps that bring good news." (Rom 10:15-17). With these words of Isaiah quoted by Paul I Pope Benedict XVI greeted Catholic educators at Catholic University of America. The historic visit of the Pope to the United States has excited the interest of all St. Francis Academy and a fortunate few were able to be present at several of the Pope's venues.

Address of the Holy Father to the General Assembly of the United Nations (April 18, 2008)

Hannah Valente and her father, Angelo Valente
Mr. and Mrs. Maiga, parents of Aissa in grade 5

St. Patrick's Cathedral Votive Mass for the Universal Church (April 19, 2008)

Sr. Dora
Sr. Una
Mrs. Elaine Bondad and husband John

Celebration of the Holy Mass at New York's Yankee Stadium (April 20, 2008)

Lauren Healy (Gr. 6), Mrs. Maureen Healy and Mrs. Joan Higgins
Ms. Deborah Savage
Mrs. Kathleen Anzivino
Mr. and Mrs. Steven Clark

TESTIMONIALS:

Mrs. Anzivino: "The most exciting experience in my life, to be that close to the representative of Christ on Earth"

Sr. Dora: "The spiritual connection in St. Patrick's Cathedral could not be explained with mere words, it had to be experienced."

Sr. Una: "To be in his presence was a privelege. He gave us hope for the future."

Mrs. Bondad: "The Pope's visit to the U.S. was a once in a lifetime experience. We are truly blessed to hear the voice of God and feel His presence through the Holy Father."

Ms. Savage: "Yankee Stadium Mass was a once in a lifetime experience. I wish all children of SFA could have attended. The Holy Father brought people of all ages, races, and religious together in prayer."

OUR SCHOOL WAS FEATURED IN NJ.COM VIDEO!

The news crew of nj.com went to Saint Francis Academy to feature our students in their video. Watch the clip below and find out which students are in it! (If video doesn't work, click here)

Hudson County Welcomes Pope Benedict XVI