Final Blog Response 13

Blog Response 13

By: Jubilee

1. Pope Francis lives a very interesting life. He is not just a religious person that preaches about the Bible. Jorge Mario Bergoglio(Pope Francis) is like any other human. He went to school, had relationships, and was very social. Bergoglio then heard a call from God for him to become a priest and help spread the word of God. Bergoglio was a very well-known man in the area he lived in. He would just walk around the streets and talk to people about their lives. He interacted with people and made their days. Bergoglio then became Pope. Many were happy to see him become the Pope, but sad that they had to share him with the world. He was not a desk Pope, but a Pope who wanted to be seen as any other human and he wanted to care for his people. This struck me most because this is a Pope who often went to towns and talk and care for citizens.

2. The topics about Pope Francis' writings are about caring and creating a healthy environment. In Lumen Fidei, Francis is focusing on how our faith in God can lead us to happiness(light). Even if some people do not believe in the same religion, they can be lead to happiness simply by being kind and choosing to do right. His second writing is Evangelii Gaudium. This writing focuses on how a community can bring joy. Pope Francis does not want to leave anyone out and make sure his message spreads. Vultum Dei Quaerere explains the importance in life and how women impact the world so much. He is explaining that women are important and make a big difference in the world and no one should be in their way. His writing about Joy is Amoris Laetitia. His focus is on family time and spending time with others. Misericordia et Misera is a writing about Peace and Mercy. Pope Francis encourages everyone to create a peaceful enviornment. Lastly, his most famous writing is Laudato Si and it talks about the enviornment. It is about taking care for our environment. All of St. Francis' writings focuses on respecting and caring for people, animals, women, and the environment.

3. Pope Francis is a pope that talks about change and then takes action to make change. Pope Francis is changing how we treat our elders. He is also changing our views on how we see each other. Pope Francis is also changing the roles of Popes. Instead of sitting at a desk all day and giving speeches, he is taking his time to give inspirational speeches and talk face-to-face to people who are really in need. He regularly goes to towns and just talks to people about their lives. He is taking actions instead of talking about how he can change our world. Pope Francis also changing perspectives on each other. He states that each one of us are different and we should not judge our differences. Pope Francis is instead celebrates differences than sees it negatively.

4. Some hopes I have for the present day Catholic Church are for them to accept differences and to take action instead of talking about action. I learned that each one of us are created equally. I believe that women can be more active in the Catholic Church. The Catholic Church is a male dominant environment, I think that women should be a little bit more involved. I also think that the Church should not always have negative views on differences. They should instead celebrate our differences. I also think that the Catholic Church should celebrate God in more creative ways to engage younger audiences. Many more younger people will be more engaged and take in more from what the Catholic Church preaches.

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Blog Response 12

Blog Post #12: Notre Dame Community

By: Jubilee

What did you find interesting about the history of the Sisters of Notre Dame?

The Sisters of Notre Dame has a very interesting history. The one thing that stuck out was how they used to teach at Notre Dame and their roles as sisters. The Sisters of Notre Dame played a huge part in the Notre Dame Community. It is amazing to know that Sisters taught students and organized all events. The Sisters of Notre Dame came a long way to help start give education for girls. They were strong independent women that sacrificed a lot to give time to God and what they believe.

What is something that you heard from the Alumnae Panel that stuck with you and why?

Something that I heard from the Alumnae Panel that stuck with me was how it was easy for them to interact and socialize with other students from schools, like Serra. It surprised me how relationships were when they went to school. After a couple broke up, it was fine for other people to date them. Today, after two people break up, there is so much jealously when someone talks to them and are considered "their property." Social media did not affect students before because they were forced to talk and interact with others.

What does it mean to you to be a part of the Notre Dame Community?

Being part of the Notre Dame Community means so much to me. I get to celebrate the wonderful St. Julie and come together with my fellow NDB sisters/ND community. Everyone part of the community join and welcome others to our community. The Notre Dame Community is not just in one location. It is spread across the world, but the main communities nearby is Notre Dame Community in Belmont and San Jose. People come together to celebrate St. Julie's feast day. This is very important to members of the ND Community.

When you leave Notre Dame High School, what do you think are some values that will stay with you?

When I leave Notre Dame Belmont High School, some very useful values that will stay with me are to be confident, open up more to other people, do not stress and have a unhealthy lifestyle, and to prioritize. At NDB, I can take on leadership roles and be able to comfortably speak in front of people. This year, I held a leadership position. This roles allows me to take on more responsibilities and lead my class through the year. Being Homeroom President, allows me to practice speaking in front of people comfortably. I have learned to open up to new people. When I was a Freshman, I had to meet new people and open up to them. Living a healthy lifestyle is very important. I can do this by not stressing out and prioritizing all my academic work, sports, and extracurricular activities. All of these values will stick to me after I leave NDHSB.

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