2023 Baccalaureate Mass

CHAMINADE COLLEGE PREPARATORY BACCALAUREATE MASS CLASS OF 2023 MAY 26, 2023

OUR MISSION We inspire young people to love, learn, and lead through our Catholic and Marianist traditions of a living faith, academic excellence, and moral responsibility.

OUR VISION Chaminade College Preparatory graduates are prepared, inspired, and equipped to: • Share God’s love by caring for others and seeking justice and peace.

• Learn, adapt, and grow with the world around them.

• Become servant leaders and positive contributors to society.

CORE VALUES • Love of God • Discipleship of Jesus • Mary as a Model • Student-Centered • Inclusivity • Leadership • Innovation • Service to Others CHARACTERISTICS OF MARIANIST EDUCATION • Educate for formation in faith.

• Provide an integral, quality education.

• Educate in a family spirit.

• Education for service, justice, and peace.

• Education for adaptation and change.

Baccalaureate Mass Friday, May 26, 2023

SHINE BRIGHT LIKE A DIAMOND…

This evening, we stand by each other for one of the last times here as a class -- and it is most fitting that it is to celebrate with the Eucharist. We are here to thank God for the blessings given to us during our time here. For this mass, we chose the theme "Shine Bright Like a Diamond." Diamonds are formed deep within the earth’s surface. They start out as simple carbon atoms, but under the heavy weight and pressure of the earth, along with high temperature, they transform into diamonds. And in time, they are brought to the surface. Throughout our time at Chaminade, we have been through a great deal – the heavy weight of a global pandemic, the normal pressures of growing up and doing our best in school -- but all this has made us even more beautiful and strong. Through the guidance and support of our parents, families, friends, and Chaminade, we emerge ready to radiate our God-given light within a world in need. We recognize all the talents that the Class of 2023 possesses and we are excited to reflect that light wherever we may go.

Fr. Michael Chiuri, SM, Chaplain Celebrant

Procession of the Senior Class & Faculty

Please remain seated as the graduating Seniors and Faculty process in.

Welcome Faith Wang

Recipients of the 2023 Fr. Larry Mann Campus Ministry Award

+ Introductory Rites +

Gathering Song: “O Come to the Altar”

Written by: Mack Brock, Christopher Brown, Steven Furtick, & Wade Joye Verse 1: Are you hurting and broken within?

Overwhelmed by the weight of your sin?

Jesus is calling Have you come to the end of yourself Do you thirst for a drink from the well?

Jesus is calling Refrain: O come to the altar, The Father's arms are open wide Forgiveness was bought with The precious blood of Jesus Christ Verse 2: Leave behind your regrets and mistakes Come today, there's no reason to wait Jesus is calling Bring your sorrows and trade them for joy From the ashes, a new life is born Jesus is calling Refrain Bridge: Oh, what a Savior isn't He wonderful?

Sing Hallelujah, Christ is risen.

Bow down before Him, for He is Lord of all Sing Hallelujah, Christ is risen Bow down before Him, for He is Lord of all Sing Hallelujah, Christ is risen

+ Liturgy of the Word + FIRST READING (Jeremiah 1: 4-9) A reading from the Book of the prophet Jeremiah.

The word of the LORD came to me: Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I dedicated you, a prophet to the nations I appointed you.

“Ah, Lord GOD!” I said, “I do not know how to speak. I am too young!”

But the LORD answered me,Do not say, “I am too young.”

To whomever I send you, you shall go; whatever I command you, you shall speak.

Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you—oracle of the LORD. Then the LORD extended his hand and touched my mouth, saying to me, See, I place my words in your mouth!

The Word of the Lord.

All: Thanks be to God.

RESPONSORIAL PSALM: (Psalm 27) The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?

The Lord is my life’s refuge; of whom should I be afraid?

SECOND READING (Ephesians 3: 14-21) A reading from the letter of St. Paul to the Ephesians.

For this reason I fall on my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth receives its true name. I ask God from the wealth of his glory to give you power through his Spirit to be strong in your inner selves, and I pray that Christ will make his home in your hearts through faith. I pray that you may have your roots and foundation in love, so that you, together with all God's people, may have the power to understand how broad and long, how high and deep, is Christ's love. Yes, may you come to know his love—although it can never be fully known— and so be completely filled with the very nature of God. To him who by

means of his power working in us is able to do so much more than we can ever ask for, or even think of: to God be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus for all time, forever and ever! Amen.

Lector: The Word of the Lord.

All: Thanks be to God.

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Mass of Restoration) Refrain: Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! (2x) GOSPEL (Matthew 5: 13-16) Priest: The Lord be with you. All: And with your Spirit.

Priest: A reading from the holy Gospel according to Matthew All: Glory to You, O Lord.

You are the salt of the earth. But if salt loses its taste, with what can it be seasoned? It is no longer good for anything but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot.

You are the light of the world. A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden.

Nor do they light a lamp and then put it under a bushel basket; it is set on a lampstand, where it gives light to all in the house.

Just so, your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father.

Priest: The Gospel of the Lord. All: Praise to You, Lord Jesus Christ.

Homily

Father Michael Chiuri, SM

Blessing of Fr. Chaminade Medallions Father Michael Chiuri, S.M.

Prayers of the Faithful

+ Liturgy of the Eucharist +

Presentation of the Gifts & Preparation of the Altar

Song: “Good, Good Father”

Written by: Mack Brock, Christopher Brown, Steven Furtick, & Wade Joye Verse 1: Oh, I've heard a thousand stories of what they think You're like But I've heard the tender whisper of love in the dead of night And You tell me that You're pleased and that I'm never alone Chorus: You're a good, good Father It's who You are, it's who You are, it's who You are And I'm loved by You It's who I am, it's who I am, it's who I am Verse 2: Oh, and I've seen many searching for answers far and wide But I know we're all searching for answers only You provide 'Cause You know just what we need before we say a word Refrain: Bridge: Because You are perfect in all of Your ways You are perfect in all of Your ways You are perfect in all of Your ways to us You are perfect in all of Your ways Oh, You're perfect in all of Your ways You are perfect in all of Your ways to us Verse 3: Oh, it's love so undeniable I, I can hardly speak Peace so unexplainable I, I can hardly think As You call me deeper still As You call me deeper still As You call me deeper still into love, love, love

Holy, Holy

(Mass of Restoration)

Holy! Holy! Holy! Lord God of hosts, Heaven and earth are full of your glory.

Hosanna in the highest!

Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord.

Hosanna in the highest!

Memorial Acclamation (Mass of Restoration)

When we eat this bread and drink this cup, we proclaim Your death, O Lord, until You come again.

Great Amen

Amen! Amen! Amen!

(Mass of Restoration)

Sign of Peace

Fractioning Rite Lamb of God

Lamb of God, You take away the sins of the world: Have mercy on us. (2x) Lamb of God, You take away the sins of the world: Grant us peace.

Communion Procession All are encouraged to come forward during communion. We welcome all those not prepared to receive communion or who would like to come forth for a blessing, to cross their arms over their chest to indicate their desire to do so. The ushers will direct the communion procession from the aisles starting from the back. Thank you for showing your respect at this sacred time.

Communion Song

“ONE BREAD, ONE CUP”

(Lyrics by Bobby Fisher, Greg Lee, Craig Aven, Ken Canedo)

Verse 1: We all come before you now Hungry for your healing touch.

Here we stand with open hearts, Thirsting for your touch.

You are the one who fills our every need, So with one voice we lift our hearts in unity.

Refrain: One bread, one cup, one body in Christ, united in love.

One bread, one cup, one living sacrifice, poured out in your blood.

Holy Spirit, renew us, that in in each other we may see you.

Gathered as one family in love, one bread, one cup.

Verse 2: As we gather at your table, broken like the bread we share, Fill our hearts with your compassion for a world in need of care.

You are the way, you are the life, you are the truth.

The source of our salvation, we find new life in you.

Reflection

Gabriela Quiroz

Recipient of the 2023 Fr. Chaminade Award

Presentation of the Class Gift

Senior Gift presented by Hallie Egan, Rylie Fife, and Charlotte Holtke

Family of Mary Awards The Family of Mary Award is one of the most significant awards that Chaminade gives at the end of each year. This is an award that is presented to a family graduating from Chaminade. We recognize in a special way those families who have made a long-standing commitment to Chaminade, sending not just one or two children to the school, but three or more children over the course of their tenure at Chaminade.

+ Concluding Rite + Announcements & Final Remarks Final Blessing Dismissal

Marianist Doxology

May the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit be glorified in all places through the Immaculate Virgin Mary. Amen.

Sending Forth Song “START A FIRE”

(By Jonathan Lowry, Chad Mattson, Seth Mosley) Verse 1: This world can be cold and bitter, Feels like we're in the dead of winter.

Waiting on something better, But am I really gonna hide forever?

Over and over again, I hear Your voice in my head.

Let Your light shine, let Your light shine for all to see.

Chorus: Start a fire in my soul; fan the flame and make it grow So there's no doubt or denying.

Let it burn so brightly that everyone around can see That it's You, that it's You that we need Start a fire in me.

Verse 2: You only need a spark to start a whole blaze It only takes a little faith Let it start right here in this city So these old walls will never be the same Over and over again I hear Your voice in my head They need to know, I need to go Spirit won't You fall on my heart now Chorus Start a fire in my soul; fan the flame and make it grow So there's no doubt or denying.

Let it burn so brightly that everyone around can see That it's You, that it's You that we need Start a fire in me.

Recessional of the Senior Class & Faculty

Acknowledgements We praise God for the many gifts shared in this celebration that have helped to make this liturgy truly the “work of the people.”

Special thanks to: The 2023 Baccalaureate Mass Committee: Senior Class Officers, LIFE Team, Mrs. Yvette Williamson, and the Office of Campus Ministry.

2023 Senior Gift Committee Sarah Akiel Faith Alhadeff Zain Abdelwahed Dariana Alvarez-Ortiz Maya Bala Armaan Binepal Kaitlyn Burke Jasper Carlson Jonathan Casillas Dylan Clay Giovanna Covella Carly Cosby Kelly Darroch Hallie Egan Lauren Effertz Jacob Erlandsen Brielle Faillace Rylie Fife

Paul Gebreselassie Tyler Hawatmeh Stepan Hagopjanian Charlotte Holtke Jemma Lipman Connor Lee Skylar Lewis Tyler Mazzei Samuele Palmeri Nicole Robles Lauren Shenouda Mihlan Sykes Caitlin Shroyer Ayden Samii Jack Simons Passion Washington Manya Weissfeld

Congratulations, Class of 2023!

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