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Prefects wave goodbye

 

Alas, the time has come today to say goodbye to new friends, prefects, and the California High School Summer Program. Coming off the heels of Friday night’s festivities, the students packed their bags well into the night. Some woke up early, and some never went to bed at all! Over the course of the morning and early afternoon, buses have taken groups of programmers to the airport, and local parents have made the trip to campus to pick up their kids.

The past two weeks have been marked with earnest conversation, budding friendships, and spiritual growth. Rather than merely learn about Thomas Aquinas College through secondhand sources, the programmers have immersed themselves in its academic, spiritual, and community life.

Remarked one programmer: “My favorite part has been the people I’ve met in this environment, so full of the Holy Spirit — there are so many smiles. I’ll need to stay in touch with these people.”

Fellow programmer Luke agreed, adding that his time at TAC deepened his faith. “I loved being able to hear God louder than ever before,” he said. “I’ve made more growth spiritually in these two weeks than any time in my life. After my section’s last discussion, I went into the Chapel and felt serenity.”

These experiences, and these friendships, prove to be the best souvenirs of two weeks well spent. We pray God blesses all our programmers with safe travels and joyful reunions with their families. And we hope to see you all again soon … perhaps as members of the Thomas Aquinas College Class of 2028?

Photos; Farewells
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