We inspire young people to love, learn, and lead through our Catholic and Marianist traditions of a living faith, academic excellence, and moral responsibility.
OUR VISION
Chaminade College Preparatory graduates are prepared, inspired, and equipped to:
• Share God’s love by caring for others and seeking justice and peace.
• Learn, adapt, and grow with the world around them.
• Become servant leaders and positive contributors to society.
CORE VALUES
• Love of God
• Discipleship of Jesus
• Mary as a Model
• Student-Centered
• Inclusivity
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Service to Others
CHARACTERISTICS OF MARIANIST EDUCATION
• Educate for formation in faith.
• Provide an integral, quality education.
• Educate in a family spirit.
• Educate for service, justice, peace, and the integrity of creation.
• Educate for adaptation and change.
Friday, May 29, 2026
ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME
This evening, we stand by each other for one of the last times here as a class -- and it is most fitting that it is to celebrate with the Eucharist. We are here to thank God for the blessings He has given us during our time here. For this mass, we chose the theme "Adventure of a Lifetime." Over these past four years we have experienced highS and lows, twists and turns, sorrow and joy – a true adventure. We have traveled this journey together and end as one family this weekend. This journey has strengthened our bonds with our peers, Marianist educators, and the community, fostering a collective spirit of mission that will carry us into the adventure of our futures. We celebrate both individual strength and the collective unity that has supported our success, inspiring us to continue persevering and supporting one another beyond graduation. We recognize all the talents that the Class of 2026 possesses, and we are excited to use them for good wherever we may go. May the adventure continue!
Fr. Michael Chiuri, S.M., Chaplain/ Celebrant
Fr. Ted Ley, S.M. ‘58, Concelebrant
Procession of the Senior Class & Faculty
Please remain seated as the graduating Seniors and Faculty process in.
Welcome
Kristen Cantalejo
Fr. Larry Mann Campus Ministry Award Recipient
+ Introductory Rites +
Gathering Song: “Here as in Heaven”
(Written by Christopher Brown, Mack Brock, Matthews Thabo Ntele, Steven Furtick, Wade Joye)
Verse:
The atmosphere is changing now for the Spirit of the Lord is here
The evidence is all around that the Spirit of the Lord is here
The atmosphere is changing now for the Spirit of the Lord is here
The evidence is all around that the Spirit of the Lord is here
Chorus:
Overflow in this place
Fill our hearts with Your love
Your love surrounds us
You're the reason we came
To encounter Your love
Your love surrounds us!
Bridge:
Spirit of God fall fresh on us
We need Your presence
Your kingdom come, Your will be done Here as in heaven
+Liturgy of the Word +
FIRST READING (Isaiah 40: 25-31) Proclaimed by Claire Molnar A reading from the Book of the prophet Isaiah.
“To whom can you liken me as an equal?,” says the Holy One. Lift up your eyes on high and see who has created these things: He leads out their army and numbers them, calling them all by name. By his great might and the strength of his power not one of them is missing!
Why, O Jacob, do you say, and declare, O Israel, “My way is hidden from the LORD, and my right is disregarded by my God”?
Do you not know or have you not heard?
The LORD is the eternal God, creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint nor grow weary, and his knowledge is beyond scrutiny.
He gives strength to the fainting; for the weak he makes vigor abound. Though young men faint and grow weary, and youths stagger and fall, they that hope in the LORD will renew their strength, they will soar as with eagles’ wings; they will run and not grow weary, walk and not grow faint.
The Word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God.
RESPONSORIAL PSALM: (Psalm
16)
Lord, You will show us the path of life, Show us the path of life.
SECOND READING
(Romans 8:31b-35, 37-39)
Proclaimed by Steven Jaghasbanian
A reading from Saint Paul’s letter to the Romans:
If God is for us, who can be against us?
He who did not spare his own Son but handed him over for us all, how will he not also give us everything else along with him? Who will bring a charge against God’s chosen ones? It is God who acquits us.
Who will condemn?
It is Christ Jesus who died, rather, was raised, who also is at the right hand of God, who indeed intercedes for us. What will separate us from the love of Christ? Will anguish, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or the sword? No, in all these things we conquer overwhelmingly through him who loved us.
For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor present things, nor future things, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Lector: The Word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Mass of Restoration)
Refrain:
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! (2x)
GOSPEL (Matthew 14: 22-33)
Priest: The Lord be with you. All: And with your Spirit.
Priest: A reading from the holy Gospel according to St. Matthew
All: Glory to You, O Lord.
After he had fed the people, Jesus made the disciples get into a boat and precede him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. After doing so, he went up on the mountain by himself to pray. When it was evening he was there alone.
Meanwhile the boat, already a few miles offshore, was being tossed about by the waves, for the wind was against it. During the fourth watch of the night, he came toward them walking on the sea.
When the disciples saw him walking on the sea they were terrified. "It is a ghost," they said, and they cried out in fear.
At once Jesus spoke to them, "Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid."
Peter said to him in reply, "Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water."
He said, "Come."
Peter got out of the boat and began to walk on the water toward Jesus. But when he saw how strong the wind was he became frightened; and, beginning to sink, he cried out, "Lord, save me!"
Immediately Jesus stretched out his hand and caught Peter, and said to him, "O you of little faith, why did you doubt?"
After they got into the boat, the wind died down. Those who were in the boat did him homage, saying, "Truly, you are the Son of God."
Priest: The Gospel of the Lord. All: Praise to You, Lord Jesus Christ.
Homily
Father Michael Chiuri, S.M.
Blessing of Fr. Chaminade Medallions
Father Michael Chiuri, S.M.
Refrain:
Prayers of the Faithful
Led by Izhak Abdelwahed & Erica Tandoh
+ Liturgy of the Eucharist +
Presentation of the Gifts & Preparation of the Altar
Students will offer symbols of their time at Chaminade. Narrated by Bea Descargar & Jameson Pratt
Gifts of bread and wine brought forth by student Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist: Alyssa Bocanegra, Katherine Osborne, Ilianah Sweiss
Song: “Fly Like a Bird” (Written by Ken Canedo)
Fly like a bird to the Lord, my soul. I want to soar like an eagle. Though I may journey far away from home, I know I'll never be alone.
Verse 1:
O God, you know who I am. You know my hopes and my dreams. In my pondering and fears, in my joy and in my tears, O God, your presence is real.
Verse 2:
Where can I run from your love? Where can I hide from my God? From the dawn of morning's light to the darkness of the night. O God, your presence is real.
Holy, Holy
(Mass of Restoration)
Holy! Holy! Holy! Lord God of hosts, Heaven and earth are full of your glory.
Hosanna in the highest!
Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest!
Memorial Acclamation
(Mass of Restoration)
When we eat this bread and drink this cup, we proclaim Your death, O Lord, until You come again.
Great Amen
(Mass of Restoration)
Amen! Amen! Amen!
Communion Rite
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are Yours now and forever. Amen!
Sign of Peace
Fractioning Rite
Lamb of God
Lamb of God, You take away the sins of the world: Have mercy on us. (2x)
Lamb of God, You take away the sins of the world: Grant us peace.
Communion Procession
All are encouraged to come forward during communion. We welcome all those not prepared to receive communion or who would like to come forth for a blessing, to cross their arms over their chest to indicate their desire to do so. The ushers will direct the communion procession from the aisles starting from the back. Thank you for showing your respect at this sacred time.
Verse 1:
Communion Song 1 “OCEANS (WHERE FEET MAY FAIL)”
(Written by:
Joel Houston, Matt Crocker, & Salomon Lighthelm)
You call me out upon the waters
The great unknown where feet may fail
And there I find You in the mystery In oceans deep my faith will stand
Chorus:
And I will call upon Your name
And keep my eyes above the waves
When oceans rise
My soul will rest in Your embrace
For I am Yours, You are mine
Verse 2:
Your grace abounds in deepest waters
Your sovereign hand will be my guide
Where feet may fail and fear surrounds me
You've never failed and You won't start now
Chorus
Bridge:
Spirit lead me where my trust is without borders
Let me walk upon the waters
Wherever You would call me
Take me deeper than my feet could ever wander
And my faith will be made stronger
In the presence of my Savior
Communion Song 2
“LORD, I NEED YOU”
(Lyrics by Matt Maher, Daniel Carson, Jesse Pryor Reeves, Kristian Paul Stanfill, & Christy L. Nockels)
Verse 1:
Lord I come, I confess
Bowing here, I find my rest
Without You, I fall apart
You're the one that guides my heart
Chorus:
Lord, I need You, oh, I need You
Every hour, I need You
My one defense, my righteousness
Oh God, how I need You
Verse 2:
Where sin runs deep, Your grace is more Where grace is found is where You are And where You are, Lord, I am free Holiness is Christ in me
Chorus
Bridge:
So teach my song to rise to You
When temptation comes my way
And when I cannot stand, I'll fall on You
Jesus, You're my hope and stay
Chorus
Reflection
Lucas Jimenez
Recipient of the 2026 Fr. Chaminade Award
Presentation of the Senior Class Gift
Presented by Ever Beatty, Corinne Flowers, & Tara Puri
Family of Mary Awards
The Family of Mary Award is one of the most significant awards that Chaminade gives at the end of each year. This is an award that is presented to a family graduating from Chaminade. We recognize in a special way those families who have made a longstanding commitment to Chaminade, sending not just one or two children to the school, but three or more children over the course of their tenure at Chaminade.
Chorus:
+ Concluding Rite +
Announcements & Final Remarks
Final Blessing Dismissal
Marianist Doxology
May the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit be glorified in all places through the Immaculate Virgin Mary. Amen.
Sending Forth Song
“10, 000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)”
(Written by: Jonas Myrin & Matt Redman)
Bless the Lord, O my soul, O my soul
Worship His holy name
Sing like never before, O my soul
I'll worship Your holy name
Verse 1:
The sun comes up, it's a new day dawning
It's time to sing Your song again
Whatever may pass and whatever lies before me
Let me be singing when the evening comes
Chorus
Verse 2:
You're rich in love and You're slow to anger
Your name is great and Your heart is kind
For all Your goodness, I will keep on singing
Ten thousand reasons for my heart to find
Chorus
Recessional of the Senior Class & Faculty
Acknowledgements
We praise God for the many gifts shared in this celebration that have helped to make this liturgy truly the “work of the people.”
Special thanks to:
The 2026 Baccalaureate Mass Committee: Senior Senate, LIFE Team, Mrs. Yvette Williamson, and the Office of Campus Ministry.
