Edsmen participate in faith-building retreats that complement our theology curriculum and encourage them to think deeply about their personal beliefs.
Away from regular school routines, retreats are a dedicated time to focus on spiritual growth, reflection, and community-building.
They involve activities like prayer, worship, discussions, and service projects, all aimed at deepening students’ faith and understanding of their relationship with God.
Edsmen are required to attend one spiritual retreat per school year, inviting them to step away from everyday life and enter into a sacred time and space.
Journey with Jesus Freshman Retreat
Freshmen participate in this daylong retreat that marks the beginning of their high school journey, emphasizing how Jesus accompanies them along the way.
Men with Hope to Bring Sophomore Service Retreat
Sophomores take part in this daylong retreat focused on service and embodying the Holy Cross call to be “men with hope to bring.” The day includes exploring issues of poverty and unemployment, along with a hands-on service project at a local social service agency.
Holy Cross Servant Leadership Retreat
This three-day retreat for sophomores, juniors, and seniors centers on the values of the Congregation of Holy Cross. Led by students, it explores what it means to live as a Christ-like servant leader both at St. Edward High School and beyond.
Junior Sacramental Encounters Retreat
Juniors engage in this daylong retreat to delve into the mysteries of the sacraments, complementing their junior-level theology curriculum.
Kairos
A three-day retreat for juniors and seniors that focuses on deepening students’ relationships with God, others, and themselves.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes Retreat
Open to all members of St. Edward’s FCA chapter, this retreat encourages students to grow in their faith and integrate their spiritual walk with their athletic pursuits.
Holy Cross Retreat for Student Leaders
Each summer, rising student leaders join a five-day retreat at the University of Notre Dame. Alongside peers from other Holy Cross high schools, they prepare to act as servant leaders in their communities.
Holy Cross Pilgrimage
Each summer, students from Holy Cross schools across the U.S. travel to Montreal for the Holy Cross Pilgrimage to St. Joseph’s Oratory. Open to rising juniors and seniors, this pilgrimage focuses on prayer and reflection on St. Joseph’s Oratory and the life of St. André Bessette, C.S.C.