Chapel Talk, 2006 May 17: Thinking Outside the Box / John Burk
2006
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Physics teacher John Burk gave this talk before his departure after 8 years at the School...
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Chapel Talk, 2006 January 4 / Richard Hutton '01
2006
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Before leaving for a tour of military duty in Iraq, History teacher and Admissions associate Richard Hutton, class of '01, offers in this chapel talk "nuggets" of advice for living a life that will allow for happiness and fulfillment.
Chapel Talk, 2006 September 22: A Different Time and Place / Mike Schuller
2006
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When he was 9 years old, CFO Michael Schuller's family moved to Beirut, Lebanon...
Chapel Talk, 2006 December 6: What's in a Name? / Nicole Furlonge
2006
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English teacher Nicole Furlonge speaks of her search for her birthmother.
Chapel Talk, 2006 April 19: Land, Water and Trout (and All the Other Creatures) / Ed O'Donnell
2006
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In anticipation of Earth Day, St. Andrew’s Land Use Coordinator, Ed O'Donnell discusses the importance of protecting the environment.
Chapel Talk, 2006 February 8 / Terence Gilheany
2006
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In describing the honor system, History teacher Terence Gilheany reflects that this is what makes the School special: "[Y]ou choose to be honest. It is a simple decision that has far reaching consequences...
Chapel Talk, 2006 January 22 / Wes Goldsberry
2006
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In discussing "faith" in the school's motto, " Faith and Learning", Religious Studies teacher Wes Goldsberry discusses the concept of Hell and its place in theological thought and practice.
Old Testament Lesson - Jonah 3:1-5, 10
New Testament Le..
Old Testament Lesson - Jonah 3:1-5, 10
New Testament Le..
Chapel Talk, 2006 November 8 / Jennifer Cottone
2006
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In relaying the episode of her mugging as a college student, chemistry teacher Jenn Cottone speaks of the confidence she gained in her own strengths as a result of facing this frightening incident.
Chapel Talk, 2006 October 25 / Tad Roach
2006
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Headmaster Tad Roach speaks about athletic competition as a means to develop character rather than to establish physical domination and supremacy.
Chapel Talk, 2006 May 28: Baccalaureate / Jennifer Cottone
2006
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Speaking to the Class of '06, chemistry teacher Jennifer Cottone advises that the "potential energy" of the graduates be used to live life with integrity and to face their future with optimism.
Chapel Talk, 2006 September 10 / Tad Roach
2006
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At the fall St. Anne's service, Headmaster Tad Roach shares some insights from the incoming and outgoing Episcopal Presiding Bishops.
Chapel Talk, 2006 November 1: On Being a Student / Nigel Furlonge
2006
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History teacher Nigel Furlonge speaks on being a student, first as a middle and high-schooler at the Boston Latin School, and then most recently at Columbia University's Teachers College. Nigel explores what it is to be a good student.
Chapel Talk, 2006 May 21 / Tad Roach
2006
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Headmaster Tad Roach bids farewell to the class of 2006, and challenges the student body - the seniors, as they enter college and underclassmen as they uphold the mission of the school - to continue the spirit of civic engagement.
Chapel Talk, 2006 May 14 / Tad Roach
2006
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During the Arts Weekend Chapel Service, Headmaster Tad Roach contemplates the role of competition in the academic, athletic, and the broader world beyond St. Andrew's. Competition at its best can inspire innovation, creativity and excellence...
Chapel Talk, 2006 January 18 / Sarah Bowers '00
2006
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In depicting her year as a reading specialist for 5 boys in Washington D.C., Theatre teacher Sarah Bowers, class of '00, describes the frustrations of her students, as well as her frustrations as a teacher: "I wanted to know what had happened, cognit..
Chapel Talk, 2006 September 13: Becoming an Adult / Will Speers
2006
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In this talk, English Teacher Will Speers describes the journey of becoming a grown-up through an adolescent's defining moments - hiking, teaching, attending boarding school - in being treated as an adult.
Chapel Talk, 2006 February: Leap / Gretchen Hurtt '90
2006
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Upon arriving at St. Andrew's as a student - and then again as a teacher - English teacher Gretchen Hurtt, class of '90, talks about the fear she felt, and then examines why "perhaps a little fear is be a good thing...
Chapel Talk, 2005 February 11 / Tad Roach
2005
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Headmaster Tad Roach reflects on the relationship that was forged years ago between St. Anne's Church and St. Andrew's School. He speaks of his leadership in an Episcopal Church school that is often faced with many challenges that impact the school...
Chapel Talk, 2005 November 2 / Tad Roach
2005
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In speaking of the partnership with the Prep 9 program, Headmaster Tad Roach reflects on the civil rights movement and the "dawning recognition of the evils of segregation and prejudice, private schools began to contemplate offering places within the..
Chapel Talk, 2005 January 5: Pause and Enjoy Rasa / Esther Hsiao
2005
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In explaining rasa, Chinese teacher Esther Hsiao describes what she does during Wednesday long lunch - cooking and eating alone - as the simplest way for her to experience contemplative awareness...
Chapel Talk, 2005 September 11 / Tad Roach
2005
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Headmaster, Tad Roach addresses the congregation at Old St. Anne's Church. He speaks of this summer where he spent studying and analyzing the early sections of "The Plot Against America."
Chapel Talk, 2005 March 30: "Life is but a dream..." / Mike Schuller
2005
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CFO Michale Schuller tells of life lessons that can be discerned in this analysis of a simple nursery rhyme.
Chapel Talk, 2005 November 18: Thanksgiving / Wilson Everhart '95
2005
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In discussing the myth as opposed to the history of Thanksgiving, history teacher Wilson Everhart suggests "Thanksgiving should be a time for Americans to be aware of the many consequences of their actions -- their actions as a nation and as individu..
Chapel Talk, 2005 September 5: Egypt / Monica Matouk
2005
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During her Sabbatical Year, Monica Matouk and her family went to Monica's home in Egypt...
Chapel Talk, 2005 April 6 / Tad Roach
2005
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In this talk, Tad Roach, speaks to us about his reasoning for talking about sex in the opening meeting of the spring. He goes on to tell us of actual events that he experienced while at St...
Chapel Talk, 2005 March / NYC Alumni Service / Tad Roach
2005
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At an alumni gathering in New York City at St. Mary the Virgin Church, Tad spoke about teaching English and specifically teaching Philip Roth's book, The Plot Against America. Tad spoke in depth about the relationship between Mrs...
Chapel Talk, 2005 Februay 2 / Wes Goldsberry
2005
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In this talk, Religious Studies teacher (and violinist) Wes Goldsberry discusses the historical context of music and its performance during worship in the Protestant church.
Epistle Lesson - Colossians 3:12-17
Gospel Lesson - Mark 8:14-21
Epistle Lesson - Colossians 3:12-17
Gospel Lesson - Mark 8:14-21
Chapel Talk, 2005 April 20: “From My Heart” / Russ Perry
2005
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In this talk, St. Andrew's facilities operation manager, Russ Perry discusses his experience at St. Andrew's that began over 18 years ago. Russ shares with us what he learned as a student at Friends School...
Chapel Talk, 2005 April 22: Wake Up on Earth Day / Peter McLean
2005
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Science teacher Peter McLean speaks on Earth Day, reminding the community of the urgency of climate change "We can continue to ignore the facts, ignore the science, and even try to alter it as our current administration does...
Chapel Talk, 2005 November 9: Simon Mein / Peter Caldwell
2005
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In this talk, Assistant Headmaster Peter Caldwell reflects on his relationship with the Chapel Program, what the Chapel Program has meant for him personally, and on the place of the Program within the School community.
Chapel Talk, 2005 November 30: St. Andrew's Feast Day / Wes Goldsberry
2005
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In relaying a story of meeting a prisoner during a church youth group gathering, Religious Studies teacher Wes Goldsberry discusses ideas of justice and retribution, being deserving, being forgiving. He concludes that through St...
HM Remarks, Memorial Service Remarks for DyAnn Miller - 2005 May 7 / Tad Roach
2005
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DyAnn Miller arrived at St. Andrew's in 1984 and remained until her death in 2005. DyAnn was a friend to all. She was hired in 1984 to teach study skills but quickly became school counselor...