Spiritual Growth

Theme of Freshman Retreat: "Set the World on Fire"

As students enter their first year of high school, it is easy for them to place their identity in a variety of things: what middle school they came from, what sports or clubs they’re involved in, the friends they have, the clothes they wear, etc. During this retreat, students will reflect on St. Catherine of Siena’s quote, “Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire” as they learn what it means to root their identity in God as a beloved son/daughter, identify their unique gifts and talents given to them by God, and put those gifts and talents into action by serving God and those around them.

Theme of Sophomore Retreat: "Living the Liturgy"

During their Sophomore year of theology, students will learn about sacraments and will dive deeper into the richness of the tradition of the Church. In this retreat, through discussion, games, and teaching sessions, we will be encouraging students to fully, actively, and consciously participate in the liturgy. Students will play Mass-related games, attend a teaching Mass, learn about the liturgy of the hours and saint lives, and spend time observing a physical representation of the faith while in historic St. Boniface church.

Theme for Junior Retreat: "Bread of Life"

Based on the Cursillo Retreat, this is a witness-based retreat where seniors helping at the retreat give witness talks to the junior class. These talks all surround the theme of the “Bread of Life” and how different relationships and situations in our life can be much like the ingredients in bread, all while making a loaf of bread together. Students then celebrate Mass together as a class to encounter the true Bread of Life in the Eucharist. After Mass, students are able to enjoy their bread together in fellowship.

Theme of Senior Retreat: "Learning from the Past, Celebrating the Present, Looking to the Future"

At this retreat, seniors are able to spend time intentionally reflecting on the past (learning from mistakes, seeking and granting forgiveness), celebrating the future (spending time in community as a class with food and fun), and looking forward to the future (trusting in God’s providence and guidance, preparing for next steps post-graduation). Seniors will receive a retreat booklet with guided questions and celebrate Mass together as a class. This will be their last retreat together before they graduate.