That They May Have Life

September 27, 2022 | Media

Fr. Julius

Reaching his 90th birthday and the 61st anniversary of his priestly ordination, Fr. Julius has compiled a book entitled That They May Have Life, which is contains 35 meditations to shed light on different aspects of Christian life. The book shares Jesus’ own words telling the purpose of His redeeming work among us, uniting and enriching our life with His own divine life.

The books sell for $25, and shipping is included. If you are interested in purchasing this book, please contact Brigitte Gimenez at the School at bgimenez@cistercian.org. Fr. Julius even suggests it may be a nice Christmas present for a loved one!

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.

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.