Campus Ministry

The Mission & Ministry Team at the Academy provides the community with spiritually rich experiences that ground students and adults in God's love, in the SNJM core values, and in the Gospel mission. In a Catholic school inspired by the Gospel and the charism of the Sisters of the Holy Names, we are an inclusive community of faith, guiding students in each unique stage of their faith journey. We continually strive to grow in our discipleship and in both our personal and collective call to love and actualize the words of Jesus.

Spiritual Life

"Come to the heart of Jesus. I will meet you there."

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Community Service

"Let our charity be a bright and burning light..."

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Faith Formation

At the Academy, faith formation includes:

Religious education courses, under the direction of the Elementary and High School Religion Departments, that provide a strong background in scripture and Catholic doctrine;
Preparation for initiation into the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist and participation in these sacraments during the school year;
Frequent liturgical celebrations throughout the year that offer opportunities for communal and personal prayer;
Service to others, especially the poor and disadvantaged, through a formalized service-learning program as well as club and individual activities;
An educational environment in which, following the Gospel message, students:
- gain skills in moral decision-making and a sense of personal and social responsibility;
- develop an understanding of themselves, respect for the person and property of others, and concern for the earth and its resources;
- learn to understand, accept, respect, and appreciate diversity within the school as well as on a local and global level.

Department Roles

This ministry is directed toward and seeks to involve all members of the AHN community, including students, faculty, administration and staff.
The Office of Campus Ministry is responsible for articulating a vision for this ministry and for acquiring and developing the necessary resources for implementing that vision.
The central responsibilities for this office include: convening the community for prayer and worship; providing a pastoral presence on campus; facilitating social justice, community service and outreach activities; offering sacramental and educational opportunities pertinent to faith development; providing retreat experiences and overseeing the mission trip program.
The office also has a special calling to share the charism and mission of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, and to be sure that they are a unique and central part of life at AHN.
Teachers and other staff members strive to be models of Christian values as they fulfill their roles as educators, mentors and nurturers.