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 Grace Andino ’25: On Sunday, December 24th, Kellenberg held the Christmas Vigil Mass to celebrate the Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord. Annually, the families of faculty, staff, and students join together on Christmas Eve at Kellenberg to celebrate the coming of Christ. Before the entrance song, “Joy to the…
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 Grace Andino ’25: On Friday, November 3rd, members of Junior CROSS attended a Prayer Service for Peace at the St. Rose of Lima Church in Massapequa. After classes on Friday, twelve Juniors traveled to St. Rose of Lima to reconnect and learn more about their faith. They began the evening with…
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 Sophia Kelly ’26: On Thursday, October 26th, senior students in the Spanish, French, and Latin clubs headed up to Stella Maris for an all-day retreat. The beautiful, sunny day started with a Mass celebrated by Fr. Thomas Cardone, S.M. Students said readings in Spanish and French, honoring their clubs and providing…
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…
