HOLY CROSS’ NEW NATIVITY SCENE
We are excited to display our new Nativity Scene this Christmas Season in the reception area of our front office. Thank you to all of our generous donors who helped in making this beautiful nativity scene become a reality for our campus.
ANNUAL POSADA CELEBRATION & THE PERFORMANCE OF THE NUTCRACKER
Our annual Posada celebration will begin in front of the Grotto at 7:00p.m. on Friday, December 5th. Tamales, cookies, coffee and hot chocolate will be served in the Holy Cross Cafeteria following the procession. After refreshments, all are invited to join us in the Convocation Center to watch the Holy Cross Drama Club perform, The Nutcracker.
All are invited to join us in this Christmas tradition.
Dr. & Mrs. Gilbert Ruiz, '70, presented Dr. Ernesto Guerra with the 2014 Lifetime Achievement Award on Sat., Sept. 20.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 4, 2014
MEDIA CONTACT: Elizabeth Eguía-García
210.433.4502
E-mail: eegarcia@holycross-sa.org
HOLY CROSS AWARDS DR. ERNESTO GUERRA THE 2014 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
(San Antonio, Texas) Holy Cross of San Antonio held its third annual President’s Blue & Gold Gala on Sat., Sept. 20 at the JW Marriott Hill Country Resort and Spa. Holy Cross friends and family came together to celebrate the school’s recognition of Ernesto Guerra, M.D.
Dr. Guerra is a highly respected member of the San Antonio medical community. He not only serves the medical community as a Gastroenterology Physician, at his office, the San Antonio Gastroenterology Association, Dr. Guerra is also a member of PASA, BHN. Dr. Guerra completed his internship at the University of Texas at San Antonio. He is board certified, and has affiliations with the Methodist Specialty & Transplant Hospital, Methodist Hospital, Northeast Methodist Hospital, and Metropolitan Methodist Hospital. He also sits on the Board at Holy Cross Community Services of Texas and Holy Cross of San Antonio, where he continues to strengthen and illuminate the path for student success. He is not a graduate of Holy Cross; and yet, he remains a strong advocate for Catholic education especially for those who could not otherwise afford it without the generous support of donors.
All of the proceeds from the President’s Blue & Gold Gala go toward the Fund-A-Knight Program which provides financial aid to families in need. To make a charitable contribution to the program, visit www.HolyCross-SA.org/Donate.aspx.
Holy Cross of San Antonio is an independent Catholic co-educational college preparatory middle and high school. The Brothers of Holy Cross founded the school in 1957 steeped in tradition and education. Holy Cross serves as the only co-educational college preparatory school centrally located in San Antonio’s Westside. Based on the principles of the Brothers of Holy Cross, the school’s educational mission helps break the cycle of poverty and opens doors to higher education. For more information, visit www.HolyCross-SA.org or call 210.433.9395.
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EDITOR/PRODUCER NOTE: Photo attached. More photos can be made available upon request.
2014-2015 Student Knight Ambassadors
(San Antonio, Texas) The Student Knight Ambassador Program began in 2012 as part of a commitment to advancing the mission of the school in the larger community. On Sun., Aug. 10, fourteen new ambassadors joined eight veteran ambassadors for a special mass, and induction ceremony at Holy Cross of San Antonio.
“Students receive thorough training in professional and personal etiquette, said Brother Stanley Culotta, C.S.C., M.D. “They represent Holy Cross’ mission out in the community at public events. It’s a nice group of students who work hard to represent the best attributes of our student body.”
The program was started by its co-sponsors Mrs. Leticia Ramirez and Ms. Elizabeth Eguia-García in 2012. Additionally, Miss Ariana Vega coordinates the ambassadors’ bookings and schedules.
Through the principles of civility, hospitality and loyalty, the mission of the Student Knight Ambassadors is to serve and represent Holy Cross of San Antonio’s student and administration at special events, to promote the vast successes and advancements of the school, and to communicate through all that they do, the virtue of the beloved Blessed Basile Moreau and to live out the Holy Cross Code in daily life.
The 2014-2015 Student Knight Ambassadors listed with years of service:
Seniors
Liliana Escobedo, Year 2
Magdalena Garces, Year 1
Adam James, Year 1
Christopher Rodriguez, Year 1
Juniors
Jasmine Flores, Year 1
Alfred James, Year 1
Phillip Juarez, Year 3
Michael Lopez, Year 3
Matthew Martinez, Year 1
Kassandra Nieto, Year 1
Jenessa Rivera, Year 3
Cassidy Sanchez, Year 3
Jessica Solano, Year 1
Briana Torres, Year 3
Sophomores
Gabriella Flores, Year 1
Joseph La Fuente, Year 1
Amanda Moore, Year 2
Maranda Morales, Year 2
Joseph Peña, Year 1
Joseph Vasquez, Year 1
Freshmen
Sarah La Fuente, Year 1
Christopher Silva, Year 1
Holy Cross of San Antonio is an independent Catholic co-educational college preparatory middle and high school. The Brothers of Holy Cross founded the school in 1957 steeped in tradition and education. Holy Cross serves as the only co-educational college preparatory school centrally located in San Antonio’s Westside. Based on the principles of the Brothers of Holy Cross, the school’s educational mission helps break the cycle of poverty and opens doors to higher education. For more information, visit www.HolyCross-SA.org or call 210.433.9395.
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Issued News Release 2014
In your prayers please remember Mr. Ventura Calderon who died on September 10, 2014. He is the father of Ventura “Tito” Calderon ‘1974 and the grandfather of Vincent Calderon ‘2000.
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
At Mission Parke Funeral Chapels North
3401 Cherry Ridge, 78223
5:00 PM Visitation
7:00 PM Rosary
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
At St. Dominic Catholic Church
9:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial
Interment to follow at
Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery
In your prayers please remember Manuela Vela, who died on Thursday, September 4, 2014. Manuela is the mother of Osvaldo Constantino Vela, Class of 1982. Other nephews of Manuela who graduated from Holy Cross are Paul Charles ’69, Mark Charles ’74, Frank Flores ’85 (Deceased), Marcelo Garcia ’86, and Fernando Flores ’94.
Monday, September 8, 2014
Ortiz Mortuary Funeral Home
3114 Culebra Road, San Antonio, TX 78228
5:00 PM Visitation begins
7:00 PM Rosary
Tuesday, September 9, 2014
At Holy Rosary Church
159 Camino Santa Maria, San Antonio, TX 78228
10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial
Interment to follow at
Holy Cross Cemetery
17501 Nacogdoches Road, San Antonio, TX 78266
Dear Holy Cross Community,
The due date for all auction items and RSVP lists is Friday, September 5, 2014.
Contact for Auction:
Miss Ariana Vega
Ariana.Vega@HolyCross-SA.org
(210) 433-9395, ext. 269
Contact for RSVP & Guest Lists:
Ms. Michelle Martinez
Michelle.Martinez@HolyCross-SA.org
(210) 433-9395, ext. 259
Thank you for supporting Student Scholarships!
Office of Advancement & Public Relations
In your prayers please remember Mrs. Stella Procelle who died on Sunday, August 24, 2014. Mrs. Procelle is the mother of Michael Procelle, Class of 1974.
Thursday, August 28, 2014
At St. John Berchmans Catholic Church
1147 Cupples Rd. 78226
6:00 PM Visitation begins
7:00 PM Rosary
Friday, August 29, 2014
At St. John Berchmans Catholic Church
12:00 PM Visitation
1:00 PM Mass of Christian Burial
Interment to follow
Mission Burial Park South
1700 SE Military Dr. 78214
In your prayers please remember Bro. Joseph Esparza, CSC who died today, August 19, 2014. He has been a member of the Brothers of Holy Cross since 1975. He is a member of the Class of 1970. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mrs. Nora Esparza who served as secretary of Holy Cross of San Antonio for many years. His three brothers are Dr. Ray Esparza, ’71, Dr. Robert Esparza, ‘72 and Michael Esparza, ’79.
Sunday, August 24, 2014
At Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home
2620 South Congress Ave.
Austin, TX 78704 – (512)442-1446
6:30 PM Visitation
7:00 PM Wake Service and Rosary
Monday, August 25, 2014
At St. Ignatius Catholic Church
126 Oltorf St.
Austin, TX 78704
10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial
Interment to follow
Assumption Cemetery
Austin, TX
By Bro. Stanley
In your prayers please remember Bro. Joseph Esparza, CSC who died today, August 19, 2014. He has been a member of the Brothers of Holy Cross since 1975. He is a member of the Class of 1970. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mrs. Nora Esparza who served as secretary of Holy Cross of San Antonio for many years. His three brothers are Dr. Ray Esparza, ’71, Dr. Robert Esparza, ‘72 and Michael Esparza, ’79.
Arrangements are pending.