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Photo Story: La Salle Reflects on Easter and the Legacy of Pope Francis

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Esmé Ryznar, Assistant Editor
April 23, 2025

  • Part of Mass on Wednesday, April 23, was dedicated to talking about the life and writings of Pope Francis, who recently passed away on Monday, April 21.

    Esmé Ryznar

  • Part of Mass on Wednesday, April 23, was dedicated to talking about the life and writings of Pope Francis, who recently passed away on Monday, April 21.

    Esmé Ryznar

  • Part of Mass on Wednesday, April 23, was dedicated to talking about the life and writings of Pope Francis, who recently passed away on Monday, April 21.

    Esmé Ryznar

  • Part of Easter Mass on Wednesday, April 23, was dedicated to talking about the life and writings of Pope Francis, who recently passed away on Monday, April 21.

    Esmé Ryznar

  • Part of Mass on Wednesday, April 23, was dedicated to talking about the life and writings of Pope Francis, who recently passed away on Monday, April 21.

    Esmé Ryznar

  • Part of Easter Mass on Wednesday, April 23, was dedicated to talking about the life and writings of Pope Francis, who recently passed away on Monday, April 21.

    Esmé Ryznar

  • Part of Mass on Wednesday, April 23, was dedicated to talking about the life and writings of Pope Francis, who recently passed away on Monday, April 21.

    Esmé Ryznar

  • Part of Mass on Wednesday, April 23, was dedicated to talking about the life and writings of Pope Francis, who recently passed away on Monday, April 21.

    Esmé Ryznar

  • Part of Easter Mass on Wednesday, April 23, was dedicated to talking about the life and writings of Pope Francis, who recently passed away on Monday, April 21.

    Esmé Ryznar

  • Part of Mass on Wednesday, April 23, was dedicated to talking about the life and writings of Pope Francis, who recently passed away on Monday, April 21.

    Esmé Ryznar

  • Part of Easter Mass on Wednesday, April 23, was dedicated to talking about the life and writings of Pope Francis, who recently passed away on Monday, April 21.

    Esmé Ryznar

  • Part of Easter Mass on Wednesday, April 23, was dedicated to talking about the life and writings of Pope Francis, who recently passed away on Monday, April 21.

    Esmé Ryznar

  • Part of Easter Mass on Wednesday, April 23, was dedicated to talking about the life and writings of Pope Francis, who recently passed away on Monday, April 21.

    Esmé Ryznar

  • Part of Easter Mass on Wednesday, April 23, was dedicated to talking about the life and writings of Pope Francis, who recently passed away on Monday, April 21.

    Esmé Ryznar
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Celebrating Easter and reflecting on the legacy of Pope Francis in the wake of his passing, La Salle students and faculty gathered in the gym for Mass on Wednesday, April 23. After opening remarks from Director of Campus Ministry Mr. Carter Powers and senior Trey Williams, Fr. John Marshall highlighted the importance of the Easter season in his homily, focusing on the story “The Road to Emmaus” along with the role of Jesus and his followers in accompanying people who feel lost. 

To conclude the Mass, Dean of Students Ms. Kenzie D’Ambrosio gave announcements to the students, including revealing that there were candy-filled Easter eggs hidden throughout the school and courtyards for students to find. 

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About the Contributor
Esmé Ryznar
Esmé Ryznar, Assistant Editor
Junior Esmé Ryznar is currently in her second semester of Journalism. Moving here from Alaska roughly 14 years ago, she enjoys the rainy weather and atmosphere of Oregon.  Coming to La Salle simply because her brother, Dylan, attended, Esmé has since found herself participating in many activities, engaging in the opportunities presented to her, and loving the community at La Salle.  Esmé has played soccer since the age of four, and participates in the soccer team at La Salle as well as running track in the spring. In addition to this, she is a member of the Earth Club and Pickleball Club. On the weekends, you can find Esmé playing guitar, doing her homework, playing in a soccer game, or practicing violin — an instrument she has played since the age of five. Only having left the country once on a road trip to Canada, Esmé hopes to someday visit Paris and Australia. She also plans to visit every state in the U.S. during her life.    In the future Esmé hopes to attend college, possibly in California, and pursue a career in science and nature.