Liam Feeney ‘13 and Michael Burke ‘14

            Lent, the season of fasting, prayer, and almsgiving, is now upon us. In the Lenten spirit, a small company from BC High travelled to New Orleans today for a week of service. Upon arrival, we were met with warm weather and warm hearts. Taxicabs let us cross the street with patience, friendly strangers offered water bottles and directions, and locals kindly let us drive on the wrong side of the road(!). New Orleans is a sight to behold. The sun set beautifully as we trekked across the 24 mile long Pontchartrain Bridge. After a full day of travelling (and napping), we finally reached the North Shore Unitarian Universalist sanctuary. Here, we shared in a welcome meal of crawfish etouffee and delicious homemade cookies with our affable and generous hosts. But now it is time to recharge for the busy days ahead.