Marymount Celebrates 100 Years of Making History

Most Reverend José Gomez, Archbishop of Los Angeles, presided over this celebratory Mass which began with a presentation of offerings symbolizing key parts of the Marymount culture: a portrait of Marymount School foundress Mother Joseph Butler; an arrangement of flags representing the Global Network of RSHM Schools; the earliest and latest editions of the Marymount Los Angeles yearbook, representing the connection between alumnae past and future; a rose, diploma, and necklace, mirroring the gifts presented to Marymount Los Angeles seniors as they prepare to graduate; a sailor cap, a reflection of the traditions of the school and the connection between current students; and a laptop, exhibiting the evolution of technology and dedication to a modern education. The offerings were followed by a procession of the pillars of the Marymount Community: the RSHM Sisters, the Board of Trustees, Administration, the Faculty and Staff, Students, and finally, the concelebrating priests followed by head-presider.