I was thinking about many cherished memories from my 8 years of grade school. First, my first Confession and how I went to my parents to ask forgiveness for my past week’s failings. Then, my first Holy Communion with my beautiful dress, veil, white shoes & anklets. My cousin & I visited all Catholic Churches in New Kensington (3) & Tarentum (3) to say a prayer & of course we felt so beautiful & special. After all, we were cleansed of our sins and had accepted Jesus into our heart and body! I stayed dressed all day…… I still have my dress, veil, prayer book & cards I received. Confirmation by the Bishop with my Aunt Evelyn as my sponsor was likewise memorable. May crowning & Easter processions were always so joyous, prayerful and well attended. I miss those days of expressing my faith!
Loretta Planavsky