Catholic women honor columnist Bosco for service, leadership

Published: 2005-09-30

ATLANTA (CNS) -- Although her life has been pierced with sorrow, Antoinette Bosco's eyes sparkle when she talks, her laughter is warm and her presence is engaging. The author and longtime columnist for Catholic News Service received the Distinguished Service Award Sept. 16 from the National Council of Catholic Women for her leadership and service to the Catholic Church and the community. The award was presented at a luncheon where she was the keynote speaker during the biennial convention of the NCCW held in Atlanta Sept. 15-18. One wouldn't suspect the weight of tragedy the petite 77-year-old has carried, but she acknowledges that her life -- a mixture of sorrow and joy -- is supported by her faith in God, which continues to deepen and grow to sustain her. "Don't ever forget how to laugh. That is the ground and the moisture from which you can grow roses from the thorns," she said to the women attending the convention.

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