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The word synod comes from the Latin synodus meaning "assembly" or "meeting." A synod means an "ecclesiastical council," or when leaders and laypeople. of the church come together. In the Diocese of Dallas, the last time a synod was called was in 1939, under Bishop Lynch. A couple of years ago, Bishop Edward Burns, the bishop of the Diocese of Dallas...
On the first day of school, Mr. Earsing spoke to the student body about this year's new theme, open to growth. Mr. Earsing reflected on how to be open to growth and how to find consolation and desolation in your life. Recently, I was able to meet with Mr. Earsing to understand more about his decision of this year's...
On Saturday May 20th, Bishop Edward Burns ordained eight men. Three of these ordained men are Jesuit graduates: Fr. Kevin Kolker ’11 , Fr. Cesar Garcia ’14, and Fr. Miguel Sotelo ’14. On August 24, Associate Editor Sebastian Suwanda '26, Managing Editor Anthony Nguyen '24, and I interviewed Father Kevin Kolker. We were able to learn more about Father...
On April 25, 2023, the Jesuit community came together to celebrate the last all-school Mass of the year, specifically the last Mass for the senior class of 2023. Also, April 25th was also the feast day of St. Mark, the author of the Gospel of Mark. Finally, this Mass commemorated Jesuit priest Father Wally Sidney, who passed away five...
On Tuesday, April 18th the Jesuit community came together to reflect on the virtue of Gratitude. During the prayer service, Gratitude was tied into one of the most important things here at Jesuit, athletics. Prayer Service At the start of the prayer service, we heard some short prayers. Then came the most impactful part of the event.  Two seniors spoke about...
On February 29, 2023, the Class of 2025 arrived on campus for their sophomore retreat. To understand more about the retreat, I interviewed the sophomore counselors and a student. Mr. Williams' Thoughts When asked about whether the retreat was a success, Mr. Williams said: "Yes. The sophomores spent time together, feeling a little bit of camaraderie, and have some moments where...
On April 5, 2023, the Junior Class of 2024 underwent a day-long retreat on campus. Juniors were divided into groups led by PALS (junior service organization) members. Throughout the retreat, students completed many activities from ranking the best senior experiences to listening to faculty talks about faith and leadership. Later that evening, the Junior Cross Mass was held to...
On February 22nd, Jesuit students and faculty packed into the Terry Center to celebrate the beginning of the Lenten season by hosting mass on the Holy Day of Obligation of Ash Wednesday. Ash Wednesday honors the 40 days that Jesus spent in the desert leading up to his passion and death. Through this season of reflection, Jesus calls on...

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