IRISH WEEKLY

Campus Ministry

From Mrs. Goshe's Desk

What a blessing that we get to celebrate the first American Bishop to be beatifide, Bishop Fulton John Sheen! You can learn more about him here.

Sophomores and their parents please mark Thursday, October 22, down for their Sophomore Service Retreat Day. Information and Permission Slips have been emailed and Sophomores have received a paper copy.

Will you please consider donating some snack to Campus Ministry? We did receive some this week, but could still use some more. If you are able to donate any individual bags of chips, granola bars, or fruit snacks, that would be appreciated.

The Kairos dates and Application for Kairos is found in a section below. The Fall deadline for Applications is October 9, so get those applications in soon, as Fall is filling up! Please be sure to read the Kairos Dates Retreat section for the application and other important updates about Kairos.

We have 10 tickets for students to attend CLE 21:6 on January 9 at John Carroll University. The cost is $40 per person. Myself and Mrs. Cooper will accompany these 10 students. If you/your child would like to attend, please email Mrs. Cooper right away.

Seniors who are interested in the University of Dayton there is a great Marianist Leader Scholar Program Application below that will allow you to get $5000 scholarship over 4 years. Check out the info below.

Peace and prayers,

Mrs. Goshe

Director of Campus Ministry

Hear Immaculée Ilibagiza Speak!

Join Immaculée Ilibagiza, internationally acclaimed author and Rwandan genocide survivor, for an inspiring evening at St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Gates Mills!

Thursday, October 1, 2026
Doors Open: 6:15 PM
Presentation Begins: 6:45 PM
St. Francis of Assisi Parish — Gates Mills
No Entry Fee!

Following the presentation, Immaculée will be available for a book signing.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear Immaculée share her powerful story of faith, forgiveness, and hope!

Click HERE for more information!

2026-2027 Kairos retreat Dates!

Seniors and Juniors, I wanted to share the Kairos Retreat dates for the 2026-27 school year. They are as follows:

Kairos 55 (Seniors Only) – November 8-11, 2026 -Application Deadline: October 9, 2026
Kairos 56 (Juniors & Seniors) – January 17-20, 2027 - Application Deadline: December 11, 2026
Kairos 57 (Juniors & Seniors) – March 30-April 2, 2027 - Application Deadline: March 5, 2027

Here is the Kairos Application. You can begin to turn those in on the first day of school. I will not be able to accept them prior to the first day. Besides dates, I wanted to share that the cost at Loyola Retreat House, where we hold Kairos, has increased. This means that our student cost to attend retreat has also had to increase. The cost will now be $300. This increase covers the cost of the retreat house and the meals. The extra things like transportation, t-shirts, and supplies will be covered by STVM. I am giving lots of notice so all are able to begin to save if needed. If a student wants to attend but is in need of scholarship to cover some of the cost, a parent or guardian should reach out to Mrs. Goshe.

CLE 2:16 Retreat!

We are excited to offer an opportunity for 10 STVM students to attend CLE 2:16, a dynamic one-day youth conference hosted by the Diocese of Cleveland’s Office of Youth Ministry, with Mrs. Goshe and Mrs. Cooper!

Each year, CLE 2:16 highlights a different Scripture passage. The 2027 theme is Mittite Rete: Cast the Net, inspired by John 21:6.

This vibrant gathering brings together high school students from across the Diocese of Cleveland for a day of faith, community, and fun! Students will have the opportunity to deepen their faith, encounter the joy of Christ, and celebrate what it means to be part of the Young Church. The fabulous Mari Pablo is the keynote speaker this year. See their website for more information.

Because we only have 10 tickets available, spots are limited! If you are interested in attending, Please email Mrs. Cooper ASAP!

We hope you’ll consider joining us for this exciting day!

Marianist Leadership Scholars Program — University of Dayton

Calling all seniors! The University of Dayton is inviting graduating high school seniors to apply for the Marianist Leadership Scholars (MLS) Program for the 2027–2028 school year.

The Marianist Leadership Scholars Program gives students the opportunity to continue living out the Marianist founders’ vision through faith, service, and leadership. Scholars become part of a community where they can build upon the values and experiences of their Marianist formation in high school.

Through monthly meetings, an annual retreat, and ongoing activities, Marianist Leadership Scholars are challenged to connect their academics with faith, service, and leadership in the greater community.

Who is Eligible?
Graduating high school seniors who:

Attend a Marianist high school
Attend an international Marianist school
Have participated in the Marianist LIFE South, Central, or Pacific programs
Attend Kellenberg, Chaminade High School, or Mount Notre Dame/Archbishop Moeller LIFE

Program Requirements
Marianist Leadership Scholars are expected to:

Attend monthly meetings and an annual retreat
Get involved in a campus leadership position
Complete at least 5 community engagement impacts each semester
Maintain a 3.0 GPA each semester
Participate in community-building activities

Scholarship: MLS members are eligible for a $5,000 renewable scholarship each year. Membership is re-evaluated annually based on program expectations.

Interested in continuing your Marianist formation at the University of Dayton? Consider applying for the Marianist Leadership Scholars Program! Click HERE to learn more and apply!

New Prayer Opportunities!

We’re excited to have two new opportunities for students to grow in prayer each week!

Tuesdays: Student-led Rosary in Latin during 2nd Innovation in the Chapel
Fridays: Student-led Divine Mercy Chaplet during 2nd Innovation in the Chapel

All students are welcome to join us for either opportunity!

Class Retreat Dates – Save the Dates!

Each year, class retreats are an important part of the STVM experience and provide students with dedicated time to grow in faith, strengthen relationships, and reflect alongside their classmates. Please note that retreat dates are subject to change, but we wanted to share them now so families can begin planning ahead.

Current retreat dates are:

Sophomore Retreat: Thursday, October 22
Freshman Retreat: Friday, January 8
Junior Retreat: Tuesday, February 23

Class retreats take place during normal school hours and attendance is required. Please mark these dates on your calendar to help ensure your student is able to participate in their retreat experience.

Parent letters and permission slips will be sent out as we get closer to each retreat date.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mrs. Goshe.

Support Campus Ministry

SUPPLY SNACKS: for our Campus Ministry Office (granola bars, bags of chips, and fruit snacks are wildly popular). Please consider sending us a box or two of granola bars, etc. Donations may be dropped off to the Main Office; please clearly label for Campus Ministry. THANK YOU!
DONATE CASH/FOOD: for Marianist LIFE Nights. Email Angie Mosher if interested.

Marianist LIFE Meal Ministry

Our first Marianist LIFE Night is Wednesday October 28, 2026. Please reach out to Angie Mosher at angie.mosher@gmail.com if you are wanting to donate to rhe

We welcome anyone who would like to get involved with the Marianist LIFE Meal Ministry! Each month, a group of parents puts together a meal for the students to enjoy before their meeting. Here's a great article in the Marianist publication Alive, about how the brothers provide meals and fellowship to students at Marianist-sponsored universities, including the popular spaghetti dinners at the University of Dayton. Our meal ministry here at STVM is similar in spirit!

We are blessed to have Angie Mosher take over the leadership of this incredible ministry for our students. Please reach out to Angie at angie.mosher@gmail.com to join this year's group, be put on the monthly SignUp mailing list or if you have any questions.

Extraordinary Jubilee Year of St. Francis

Pope Leo XIV has announced back-to-back jubilees! The Extraordinary Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi, marking 800 years since his death, runs from January 10, 2026, to January 10, 2027. During this time, the faithful have the opportunity to obtain plenary indulgences (a special grace of God’s mercy) under the usual conditions - Sacramental Confession, detachment from sin, Eucharist, and prayer for the intentions of the pope - by making a pilgrimage to any Franciscan conventual church or place of worship dedicated to St. Francis anywhere in the world.

Our diocesan webpage for the year of St. Francis is live. Please invite youth and young adults to download their passport and make pilgrimage to the nine sites!

Upcoming Dates

Sept. 28-Oct. 9 - School Wide Canned Food Drive

Oct. 2 - First Friday Mass in our Chapel - 7:15am

Oct. 2 - Adoration in our Chapel from 8:30 - 2:00pm

Oct. 6 - Whole School Mass - Donor Mass

Oct. 9 - Fall Kairos Applications Due

Oct. 22 - Sophomore Retreat

Oct. 27 - Whole School Rosary and Adoration

Oct. 28 - Marianist LIFE Night 6-8pm

Faith Experiences outside STVM to check out

Teens Encounter Christ Retreat

TEC is a weekend retreat with the primary goal of facilitating an encounter with Christ for those who are searching for deeper meaning, purpose, and hope in life, and who desire an authentic relationship with God within a community of believers. TEC is specifically designed for teens who are at least 17 years old or in their junior year of high school, although young adults and adults are also welcome to participate. A great option for those college-aged young adults home now! More info HERE. Registration ends, one week prior to the retreat.

TEC 149: October 9-11

Pope Leo's New Encyclical!!

In Magnifica Humanitas, Pope Leo urges us to help young Catholics stay “profoundly human” in the AI era: “the splendor of which no machine can ever replace” (15). In the digital world, youth need discernment (96) so platforms do not become tools of dominance or excessive distraction (136). Youth ministry must continue to “cultivate relationships,” preserving “physical presence” and “genuine closeness” (239). Technology can serve as an instrument of “growth, justice, and fraternity” (180), with education in “digital sobriety” to protect inner freedom (170). Finally, we are to call young people to become “weavers of hope” as the Holy Spirit brings about a “civilization of love in our lives” (245). Read the encyclical HERE.

Podcast of Bishop's Pastoral Letter

Have you had a chance to read Bishop Edward Malesic’s first pastoral letter, “A Flourishing Apostolic Church?” If not, you can listen to it as a podcast by clicking HERE. Six episodes, ranging in length from just over nine to 15½ minutes, were recorded by the bishop. The document, released in December 2024, encourages the faithful of the Diocese of Cleveland to spend at least 15 minutes daily in prayer, to worship/celebrate the sacraments and to serve those in need.

USCCB Updated Preface

Create in Me a Pure Heart: A Pastoral Response to Pornography

The U.S. Catholic Bishops have released a new 10th anniversary preface to the Church’s response to pornography, offering fresh recommendations for parents, clergy, educators, and civil leaders on combatting porn’s influence in an age of increased social isolation and the rise of artificial intelligence.

Vocation Office Events

2026 -2027

Mark your calendars to build a culture of vocations for your youth this next ministry year! The 2025-2026 Vocation Office Events include R&Rs, come and see dates, BBQ with the Bishop, the Priest vs Seminarian Basketball Game and more! Check it out HERE.

Campus Ministry Mission and Vision

MISSION - Teach, share, support, and live the Mission of St. Vincent- St. Mary and the Marianist Characteristics of Education with an emphasis on invitation and hospitality.

VISION - Every day, every person, every interaction, an encounter with Christ.

THEME (26-27 school year) - Made for More - based on John 10:10 - "I came that they may have life and have it abundantly."