Monsignor Robert E. Weiss, Pastor of St. Rose of Lima Church in Newtown, led a memorial prayer service recently for Immaculate High School students and staff while they were presented with the first edition of Immaculate High School Book of Prayers.
What makes this first edition of prayer books so unique and special is that all of the prayers were submitted or written by Immaculate High School (IHS) students, who were asked to contribute prayers that were meaningful to them. The project, which included artwork and photos by IHS students, was coordinated by a small student group. Printing and production was supported by the Knights of Columbus St. Virgilius Council 185 of Newtown. This Book of Prayers is available for viewing on www.immaculatehs.org/bookofprayers. A second edition of the book is already being planned by the student group.
During the prayer service Monsignor Weiss blessed the prayer books, and students and staff joined in praying for peace in the world. “We can always turn to God in prayer as we face the challenges the world presents us,” Monsignor Weiss told the students. He felt that the words of one student prayer submitted by Kyle Danisavage ‘17 was reflective of his student message “Remove whatever bitterness may be in my heart, Lord, and fill the empty spaces with your love.”
Immaculate High School is a private Catholic college-preparatory institution serving students from 28 communities in Connecticut and New York. Founded in 1962, Immaculate High School also allows students to focus on their spiritual development, personal moral commitments and service to others. Located in Danbury, CT, Immaculate High School is part of the Diocese of Bridgeport’s parochial school system.