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Work of Heart

April 22, 2021 | Media

Fr. Paul was surprised when Michael George from The Catholic Foundation came to campus and presented their Work of Heart Award to him. Students, faculty and board members gathered in the back parking lot for the surprise. Mr. George read some of the heartfelt comments that were made with his numerous nominations, and in the end, he concluded with the statement that “Sometimes, it is really important to shine the light on a wonderful example of humble, life-long and faith-filled service knowing what an inspiration that in itself can provide to others.”

Fr. Paul, thank you for your leadership, love and laughter during this challenging year. We were thrilled to be able to celebrate you with this award and enjoy Howdy Homemade ice cream afterwards!

Hawk Happenings

Blessing of the Bats

Hawk Baseball held their annual Blessing of the Bats with Fr. Anthony this past week. One of Hawk Baseballs best traditions.

Student Council President

This morning, our Student Council President for the 2026–2027 school year was announced. Leadership is handed off. The torch is passed. Ardere et Lucere!

Rockets!

Each year, our Form III students take to the Hidden Field with Fr. Mark for one of Cistercian’s favorite traditions: the annual Rocket Launch.

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Publications

‘The Lord is with you’

Gabriel is not the first messenger of the LORD to greet someone with the phrase “The LORD is with you” (Lk 1:28). An anonymous angel hails Gideon, a young man from a poor and insignificant family, as the lad desperately hides his family’s wheat harvest from the marauding Midianites: “The LORD is with you, you mighty warrior!” (Jgs 6:12). Gideon then receives his commission to save Israel from the hand of its enemy and to be a judge over the 12 tribes.

Discerning Communion calls for truth in charity

Discerning whether to offer or receive Communion can be a challenge, spiritually and pastorally; but such discernment can always also be fruitful.

Hail Mary, full of grace

St. Luke gives us the angel Gabriel’s annunciation greeting to Mary as “Chaire, kecharitōmenē” (Lk 1:28). There are thrilling grammatical and theological mysteries packed into these two Greek words.