Mission to the Moon: A Message of Love and Unity

Juana Perez '26

This month, as we reflect on our call to be "women of faith," we look to the stars—specifically to the Artemis II mission. As four astronauts orbited the Moon this April, pilot Victor Glover used his historic platform to send a message back to Earth that resonates deeply with our mission here at Fontbonne Hall Academy. 

As the Orion spacecraft, Integrity, reached its furthest point from Earth, Victor Glover shared a "sermon from space." He reminded us that while science can unlock the mysteries of the cosmos, the most important mystery is Love.

"To love God with all you are. And the second is equal to it: to love your neighbor as yourself." — Victor Glover, Artemis II Pilot

Glover described Earth as a "beautiful oasis" and a "spaceship" created for all of us. He reminded us that whether we are in a lab, a chapel, or a spacecraft, we are all part of the same human family.

Before the spacecraft went behind the Moon—cutting off all radio contact—Glover asked the world to use those 40 minutes of silence for prayer and hope. It’s a powerful reminder for us to find moments of stillness in our busy school days to reconnect with God.

Flying over a world often divided by conflict, Glover’s message was clear: we are the same, and we have to get through this life together.

As students of an all-girls Catholic school, we are often told we can "reach for the stars." Victor Glover’s journey shows us that we can reach for the stars without ever losing our grip on our faith. This month, let’s challenge ourselves to see our "neighbors"—in the hallways, in our homes, and across the globe—with the same awe and love that an astronaut feels looking down at Earth.