Ashley Simms
My name is Ashley Simms and I am a 2015 graduate of Our Lady of Mount Carmel High School. I am a freshman studying Chemistry at The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. I am also a member of the CUA CREW team and Campus Ministry. I won a ticket in my school lottery to attend the Canonization Mass of Blessed JunÃpero Serra that Pope Francis celebrated on September 23 at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception at The Catholic University of America. I was also able to receive a ticket to view the live broadcast of Pope Francis' meeting with Congress on the Capitol lawn on September 24.
I admire Pope Francis and believe that many people identify with the things he spoke about. He focuses on individual core values that connect human beings of all faiths.
I am so blessed and thankful for these once in a lifetime opportunities. I look forward to educating myself more on the Catholic teachings for years to come.
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