10. CAMPUS MINISTRY The Campus Ministry program at De La Salle is the specialized and focused means by which students, faculty, staff, and parents establish and develop programs in faith formation. Based on the Christian heritage, Catholic identity, and Lasallian character of the school, the Campus Ministry program is responsible for building a faith community and can be found in every aspect of school life.
LITURGICAL LIFE
Throughout the year, Campus Ministry provides a variety of liturgical experiences that reflect the cycle of
the liturgical calendar, such as a school-wide Reconciliation Service during Lent. Class and family liturgies
are sponsored in conjunction with Class Councils/Moderator and the Parent Association. Campus Ministry
also coordinates sport liturgies upon request.
RETREAT PROGRAMS
Retreat experiences are key opportunities for students to develop responsibility for their Christian lives. De La Salle promotes and encourages retreats in various forms for all its students, so time is made
available during school days for retreat experiences. All staff, administrators, teachers, and coaches support
students by extending the appropriate considerations to students desiring a retreat experience. For
assignments missed due to participation in retreat activities, the student is given an additional day for each retreat day to make up the assignment. Students are still responsible for long-term projects and tests
assigned before the retreat should be negotiated with their instructor for a timely completion. Class Retreats:
A one-day, community-building retreat is required of all Freshmen, typically held on the DLS campus in the
fall.
Sophomores utilize their Sophomore Immersion Program (SIP) experience as a form of retreat. This program is a graduation requirement and engages students for one day not only to serve our brothers and sisters in need, but also to walk in the shoes of the poor. It involves direct service, reflection, and prayer. SIP retreats
take place in the Tenderloin District of San Francisco and is co-sponsored by Campus Ministry and the Saint Anthony’s Foundation Justice Education Department.
Juniors have the option of attending a one-day experience at an off-campus retreat facility. The retreat
focuses on the journey to becoming a Man of Faith, an Integral Student Outcome (Section 2.1).
The Senior Kairos retreat brings the entire De La Salle experience into focus. This is an optional, four-day and
three-night experience where students are challenged to examine the difference their De La Salle experience has made in their lives and how it has impacted their relationship with themselves, others, and God.
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