Molloy Hosts Lenten Night of Reflection for Alumni

On March 24th, members of our community gathered at Molloy for a special Lenten Night of Reflection, offering an opportunity escape the daily busy pace of life, connect with one another, and focus on this Holy Season. Alumni, parents, family members, and friends enjoyed dinner, followed by a service in Molloy’s chapel featuring special presenter Mr. Jim Sheehan ’75.

Mr. Sheehan’s presentation was themed Coming Home and Sending Forth. He began by talking about the different places he has lived throughout his life, then encouraging others to reflect on their past homes. After several readings centering Jesus and themes of home, Mr. Sheehan shared that during Lent, we are called to take up the cross, to struggle with it, to remember that we don’t walk alone with it, and that we can “get to that place where we are our best self when we are at home.” Attendees then practiced Adoration, a quiet and reflective period during which everyone prepared for Easter by focusing on Jesus, His sacrifice, and repentance. During Adoration, Molloy was happy to welcome Ms. Shannon Connolly, who beautifully sang several songs while playing guitar to create a truly prayerful and meditative experience.

Mr. Rich Costa, Director of Campus Ministry and Marist Mission, said the event “was an opportunity to slow down and re-orient ourselves during this penitential time. Many of us start the Lenten season with great enthusiasm to do our best in prayer, sacrifice and almsgiving, but by the 5th week of Lent, sometimes it is difficult to get to the finish line on Easter.” Mr. Costa’s hope is that the evening served as a final “push” and as a helpful reminder of the true life-changing events of Easter morning.

Mr. Sheehan was happy to serve as guest presenter, saying, “I am blessed to have been included in this prayerful evening. I’m grateful for all those who attended. The Spirit was a palpable, welcome presence throughout.”

The Stanner Alumni Center and our Campus Ministry team are excited to offer more spiritual opportunities for our wider community.