Article by Phoenix writer Cassandra Odudukudu ’24: On Wednesday, March 14th, the Kellenberg community gathered to commemorate their annual Lenten Mass. All grades 6-12 came together to honor the season of Lent. The Lenten Mass serves as a celebration of the death and resurrection of Christ and a reminder of the promise we made at…
Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Barnjak ’24: On January 18, a representative group of 32 Kellenberg juniors and seniors traveled on a 5 hour bus ride to Washington D.C. to participate in the March For Life. The students began their trip with a visit to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. Here, they had discussions…
Article by Phoenix writer Brooke Oldenborg ’26: Guest speaker Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers addressed the student body in two separate presentations on Thursday, February 15. Throughout the dual-assembly, Deacon Harold touched upon the topics of love, relationships, marriage, and family aiming to connect with the young crowd by making the discussion relatable and enjoyable. Grades 6-9…
Article by Phoenix writer Griffin Noumair ’24 The second XLT of the new year was held on January 24. Mr. Beyrouty was the speaker for this month’s XLT. He spoke about his journey to where he is now, and how his faith has helped him get through some of the toughest points of his life.…
Article by Phoenix writer Kate Murphy ’25: Honoring a monthly tradition, Kellenberg and the ARK hosted the first XLT service of the new year on January 10th. XLT is a religious service that focuses on Eucharistic Adoration and a witness talk from a member of the Kellenberg faculty or Marianist brotherhood. The speaker at this…
Article by Phoenix writer Kate Murphy ’25: Kellenberg celebrated the start of the Advent season this year, as usual, with the Advent Prayer Service. Spanning over the course of two days in early December, the Advent Prayer Service is a Kellenberg tradition. Made up of a video presentation and a period of reflection & prayer,…
Article by Phoenix writer Sophia Kelly ’26: A total of 51,212 pounds of food was donated to the Great Ignatian Challenge. The National Honor Society alone donated 10,000 pounds of contributions. Kellenberg was in the spirit of giving from November 5th to the 21st as it began its participation in this massive food drive. Kellenberg…
Article by Phoenix writer Bella O’Donnell ’24: From October 20th to October 22nd, members of the Kellenberg Faustino Club were granted the opportunity to visit the Shrine of the North American Martyrs in Auriesville for the New York State Eucharistic Congress. This shrine was where Martyr Isaac Jogues lost his life preaching to people about…
Article by Phoenix writer Justin McKenzie ’24: On Tuesday, October 17th, Kellenberg’s freshman class had their first F.A.I.T.H. Day. This is a day for students to take a break from their classes and bond with their fellow homeroom members, reflected in the acronym “F.A.I.T.H.,” standing for “Freshmen Ascending In Their Homerooms.” In true Kellenberg fashion,…
Article by Phoenix writer Caitlin Hanratty ’25: On October 4, Kellenberg students and faculty enjoyed the first XLT of the year together. Being one of Kellenberg’s most beloved traditions, XLT unites both students and staff alike in prayer and adoration. Before adoration began, the Kellenberg family shared a family dinner in the cafeteria to appreciate…