Time with Tony - 5/22

 

As Memorial Day approaches this Monday, we pause as a community to remember and honor the women and men who have given their lives in military service to our country. Their courage, sacrifice, and commitment to something larger than themselves call us into a deeper reflection on the cost of conflict and the meaning of service.

As a Quaker school, we are guided by a longstanding testimony of peace. We believe in seeking nonviolent paths, nurturing understanding, and working toward a more just and compassionate world. At the same time, we hold deep gratitude for those who have made extraordinary sacrifices, often in the midst of circumstances not of their own choosing.

This day invites us to live in that tension with humility: to affirm our commitment to peace while honoring the lives given in its name. We remember not only the loss, but also the humanity, dignity, and love that each person carried.

May we carry forward a spirit of remembrance, gratitude, and renewed dedication to building a more peaceful world