Junior Sodality
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Junior Sodality is an organization for girls grades 6th-8th who wish to practice the principles of being good Catholics and have a deeper devotion to Jesus through Mary. As Junior Sodalists, the girls will have opportunities to grow spiritually, be of service to our parish and community, and meet new friends.
Congratulations to 2026 DeChantal eighth graders Shannon Gleeson and Vivian Cannon, who are the winners of the 2026 Junior Sodality scholarship essay contest! Shannon was awarded first place and Vivian was awarded second place. Shannon received a $1,500 scholarship to her chosen Catholic high school, St. John's College High School. Vivian received a $1,000 scholarship to her chosen Catholic high school, Connelly School of the Holy Child.
As we get close to the nearest point to the moon and farthest point from Earth, as we continue to unlock the mysteries of the cosmos, I would like to remind you of one of the most important mysteries there on Earth, and that's love. Christ said, in response to what was the greatest command, that it was to love God with all you are. And he also, being a great teacher, said the second is equal to it. And that is to love your neighbor as yourself.
To read their winning essays, click on the link below.
Essay Question: Astronaut Victor Glover became one of the first four humans to see the dark side of the moon in the Artemis II mission recently. Just before passing behind the moon and losing contact with Earth for 40 minutes, he said:
Conventional wisdom says science and religion don't easily co-exist. How do you think astronaut Glover maintains both his deep faith, and lifelong belief in science, and what can we learn from him about believing in both God and science?
Shannon Gleeson essay
Vivan Cannon essay
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