Sr. Marie Antonelli, MPF professed her final vows as a member of the Community of Religious Teachers Filippini.  Sr. Marie earned a B.A. degree in education from Seton Hall University and an M.A. in administration and supervision from Fordham University.  She has spent her entire religious life as either a teacher or administrator (principal) in Catholic education, including more than 30 years as principal here at Holy Spirit School. 

Sr. Marie has been the recipient of many major awards and honors, including “Distinguished Principal” by the National Catholic Education Association.  In addition, Sr. Marie was the recipient of the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice medal from Pope John II, an honor through which she also was conferred the title of “monsignor”. 

Sr. Marie received the Vivere Christus Award from Bishop Arthur J Serratelli for personal contributions to the mission of Christ and His Church.  She received the Caritas Award for Advocacy, granted to a very select few individuals in recognition of their embodiment of the spirit of stewardship in our Diocese.  Sister’s award presentation described her as “a legend in our Diocese for her fierce commitment to Catholic education” and “a most significant witness to the presence of Christ”.

In fulfilling the Mission of Holy Spirit School, Sr. Marie strives to lead by emulating the words of Jesus Christ enjoining us to “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your strength and with all your mind. Love your neighbor as you love yourself.”  Luke 10:27