EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT CREATES A PLACE OF QUIET SOLITUDE
A member of Troop 333, Anthony Perry wanted to build an Eagle Scout Project that reflected his love of God and his Faith. He approached the pastor of St. John Neumann Church, which sponsors his troop in East Freetown, with the thought that he could create a project which was a significant benefit to the parish and provide a place for meditation and reflection overlooking Long Pond.
Anthony, a New Bedford native, designed and built a Rosary Garden which now serves as a memorial for members of the parish family, both living and deceased. The garden, immediately behind the church, consists of 87 bluestone slate stepping stones, two granite benches, a 28" fiberglass plaque of Madonna & Child, a handmade granite cross and a custom-made Mira etched with The Holy Mother and Jesus.
Over a period of nine months, utilizing the talents and experience of numerous volunteers and business leaders in the community, Anthony designed, laid-out and constructed the garden so that it would benefit the parishioners for many years to come.
Anthony commented: “We don't have to wait until we are adults to make a difference in the world. Scouting showed me that even a young person could make a difference – that anyone can have an impact on life – but it is our choice to make the best of it. Go out there and make a difference. You are the only one who can."
Anthony successfully passed his Eagle Scout Board of Review on March 27, 2013 and awarded his Eagle Badge on May 18 at a 6:15 p.m. Eagle Scout Court of Honor to be held at St. John Neumann Church in East Freetown.
Anthony, a New Bedford native, designed and built a Rosary Garden which now serves as a memorial for members of the parish family, both living and deceased. The garden, immediately behind the church, consists of 87 bluestone slate stepping stones, two granite benches, a 28" fiberglass plaque of Madonna & Child, a handmade granite cross and a custom-made Mira etched with The Holy Mother and Jesus.
Over a period of nine months, utilizing the talents and experience of numerous volunteers and business leaders in the community, Anthony designed, laid-out and constructed the garden so that it would benefit the parishioners for many years to come.
Anthony commented: “We don't have to wait until we are adults to make a difference in the world. Scouting showed me that even a young person could make a difference – that anyone can have an impact on life – but it is our choice to make the best of it. Go out there and make a difference. You are the only one who can."
Anthony successfully passed his Eagle Scout Board of Review on March 27, 2013 and awarded his Eagle Badge on May 18 at a 6:15 p.m. Eagle Scout Court of Honor to be held at St. John Neumann Church in East Freetown.
