Retreats

November 15, 2024 | Media

Some of life’s best lessons are learned outside of the classroom. Form III and Form VI enjoyed their retreats off campus! Students took a break from their usual schedules to reflect, connect, and just be boys. The day was filled with games, artistic exploration, thoughtful discussions, and Mass—a meaningful time for growth and formation.

Form III went to Holy Trinity Seminary for their retreat which focused on the four cardinal virtues. They heard lectures, had small group discussions, spent some time in prayer, went to mass, and even wrote and performed their own virtue-based skits. Alumnus and current seminarian John Paul Jacob also stopped by to check in on the seventh graders.

Form VI spent their retreat diving deep into faith convictions. Students had the opportunity to share their personal faith journeys with classmates. The retreat also featured an engaging talk from alumnus Nate Sanchez, who spoke about how his faith shapes his daily life and decisions. It was a meaningful day that combined personal sharing, spiritual growth, and connection.

Hawk Happenings

Christmas Concert

Forms I and II shared their Christmas Concert with our community. Thank you to Mr. Lewis and the boys for a wonderful evening of music.

Seussical Jr.

Highlights from our Middle School production of Seussical Jr. With our biggest cast yet, 40 students came together to bring the stories of Dr. Seuss to life on stage.

Aviation Pioneer Steven Udvar-Hazy

A group of Cistercian seniors attended a special talk with aviation pioneer Steven Udvar-Hazy at Circle T Ranch in Westlake. Through our partnership with the Junior World Affairs Council, students had a unique opportunity to hear firsthand from one of the leaders who helped shape the modern aviation industry.

Publications

Finding God in the ecotone of faith and life

"Finding God in the ecotone of faith and life" by Fr. John for The Texas Catholic. As Catholics, how should we imagine our relationship with the world? We often talk about “walls” and “doors” and “bridges” to explain how the Church should either connect to the world...

And lead us not into temptation

"And lead us not into temptation"  by Fr. Thomas for Texas Catholic. In the last decade, the liturgical versions of the Our Father have been changed in both French and Italian to soften the apparent harshness of this petition. The French translation is now “Ne nous...