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Finding God in All Things Archive
Finding God in All Things is a new column inviting our community to pause and notice the movement of God in the everyday rhythms of life at Regis Jesuit. It will offer brief spiritual reflections, Scripture touchpoints and links to meaningful Catholic resources, designed to deepen connection, spark contemplation and see faith in action here on campus.
2026
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NURTURING RELATIONSHIPS IN A DIGITAL AGE
Before we issue summer a speeding ticket, please entertain one more message to the community inspired by Pope Leo’s recent encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, released on May 25. While Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a main topic of the encyclical, Pope Leo writes about human dignity, subsidiarity, the dignity of work, the impact of war, unity with Christ and the opportunity to build a “civilization of love,” among other topics. If I may beg your pardon and narrow a summary of the encyclical down to a few words, it is about relationships: with technology, with others and, ultimately, with God. Pope Leo’s teaching in Magnifica Humanitas invites us to reflect on relationships at Regis Jesuit. How are we navigating the signs of the times, particularly AI and our students’ use of technology, and how does technology impact the relationships between students and between students and teachers?The encyclical is timely for several reasons, including our current experience with our students and their use of technology inside and outside of school. While we observed an increase in face-to-face interactions on campus under our new cell phone policy, which led to more engagement and relationship-building among students, we continue to find instances of academic dishonesty and inappropriate communication on social media platforms. Students have commented that the ease of AI tempts them to “skip the intermediate stages” of learning, working and demonstrating personal proficiency in classes, so that they may more quickly finish homework, projects and even exams. One of our standards and benchmarks as a Catholic, Jesuit school is, “Curriculum and instruction equip students to become proficient and ethical users of technology.” (11.5) We will continue to educate our students on ethical uses of technology, such as AI, and will continue to set clear academic and disciplinary expectations. Our faculty is dedicated to accompanying teenagers as whole persons who will make mistakes, learn and grow within a community that wants to hear each student’s individual voice, not simply the voice of a large language model. Additionally, we will continue the process of educating students on the ethical uses of social media. Pope Leo writes:The degree to which social media can negatively impact our community members, students and adults remains alarming. We strongly encourage students and parents to report bullying or inappropriate content on platforms such as Instagram by taking the following steps:“The first contribution we can make toward a more humane civilization is to be mindful of our words. ‘Let us disarm words and we will help to disarm the world.’ [188] Words have enormous power, something we experience in our daily interactions; for example, spoken words can change our mood for better or for worse. ‘Peace begins with each one of us: in the way we look at others, listen to others and speak about others. In this sense, the way we communicate is of fundamental importance: we must say ‘no’ to the war of words and images, we must reject the paradigm of war.’ [189] We must all, therefore, examine our conscience regarding the words we use, the prejudices we have and the explicit or implicit aggression that lies within them. We have a real opportunity to contribute to the common good each time we speak the truth, offer wise advice, support those in need of comfort, denounce injustice and give a voice to the voiceless. (214)
STEP 1: Document the Content- Take a screenshot or screen recording before reporting
- Capture the account name and the content
- Save with the date/time if possible
- Stories disappear after 24 hours, so this step is critical
- Open the Story
- Tap the three dots (⋯) in the top right
- Tap Report
- Select "Bullying or harassment"
- Choose "Someone I know" or "A group of people"
- Follow prompts and submit
- Repeat for EACH harmful Story
- Open the post or Reel
- Tap the three dots (⋯)
- Tap Report
- Select “Bullying or harassment”
- Follow prompts and submit
- Go to the account profile
- Tap the three dots (⋯)
- Tap Report
- Select "Report account"
- Choose "Bullying or harassment"
- Indicate this is repeated behavior
- Adults (coaches/parents) should report (not students)
- Do NOT engage with or respond to the account
- Do NOT share or amplify the content
- Multiple individual reports are encouraged
Consider additional action if content includes:- Threats or intimidation
- Targeting minors repeatedly
- Hate speech or sexualized content
Notify the school administration so appropriate next steps can be taken.
We strive to “disarm” the harmful words and images so that students and adults may flourish in respectful, compassionate relationships marked by honoring the dignity of each person. Our approach to technology and AI aims to support healthy relationships in our community.
Pope Leo points to partnerships—a unified effort—in schools to form students and guide them in appropriate uses of technology such as AI:
“The Church’s Social Doctrine invites families, schools, Christian communities and public institutions to form a renewed educational alliance. This takes shape when fundamental principles are translated into educational goals, including teaching students a sense of moderation and limits; recognition of the rights of others and of future generations to enjoy the goods that are either provided for us or made available by human ingenuity; freedom and responsibility; and a sense of transcendence and the common good. Schools are not called to follow the pace of the digital world, but to offer that which the digital sphere by itself cannot provide, namely, a shared time for learning and developing trustworthy relationships. (147)
We are grateful for your partnership in creating time and space for learning and developing trustworthy relationships. As we prepare for the 2026-27 school year, we will continue to pray that the Holy Spirit inspires grace-filled connections at Regis Jesuit and beyond. May the Spirit allow us to share our unique gifts and joy, honoring one another. Approaching our 150th anniversary as a school, the Holy Spirit continues to remind us that relationships with ourselves, others and God are at the heart of Regis Jesuit’s mission and vision. We look forward to the ways Jesus invites us into relationship this coming year. -
LISTENING, REFLECTING AND ARTICULATING THE REGIS JESUIT VALUE PROPOSITION
If you have been involved with the Jesuit way of proceeding, you know that taking time to pause, quiet ourselves and reflect is essential. We do this in a number of ways at Regis Jesuit—even daily—with our students.At the beginning of fourth period every day, our entire school community pauses for the daily Examen, a Catholic practice of reflective prayer, to consider:- How has God been actively present in my life?
- How have I responded to God’s presence in my life?
- How do I wish to respond to God’s loving presence moving forward?
Our juniors go on KAIROS—the Lord’s time—creating a pause not just in the day, but in the life of each student to reflect on those same questions.How we allocate time expresses who we are, and what’s important, and the discipline of our rituals helps us build solid and healthy foundations for life.It’s important that we do this as an institution as well. This past fall, we allocated time to pause and reflect by engaging an image audit conducted by an external consulting firm in which dozens of RJ constituents were asked to reflect on their experiences and perceptions of how well the school is communicating and fulfilling its mission. We’re grateful for the insights we have received.As we approach Regis Jesuit’s 150th anniversary, our community affirmed the strength of our formative mission, the quality and caring nature of our faculty, the depth and excellence of our college-prep academics, resulting in a strong blend of intellect and character that shapes resilience, integrity and lifelong friendships among our graduates. Our commitment to excellence—academically, spiritually and in co-curricular life—came through clearly and consistently. As a grateful alum and parent of graduates myself, I’m grateful to know that these are enduring characteristics.However, being rooted does not mean being finished.This opportunity to pause, listen and reflect highlighted for us that we can do a better job of articulating our mission and identity and the activities that support them. Over the last couple of months, school and Board leadership have considered this feedback about the real experience of our students and families and committed to more clearly and concisely conveying the value proposition of Regis Jesuit High School.What emerged from this listening is a clearer articulation of what families experience every day but do not always hear named.Regis Jesuit Value PropositionThe Regis Jesuit experience, celebrating nearly 150 years, forms well-rounded men and women of competence, conscience, character and compassion, shaping lives of meaning through a Catholic, Jesuit education.- A Legacy of Jesuit Mission & Formation
A faith-rooted, whole-person education—intellectual, physical, spiritual and emotional—shaping graduates who lead with integrity, justice and reflective courage, grounded in a 500-year global Jesuit educational tradition. - Academic Rigor & Holistic Excellence A college preparatory curriculum enriched by diverse, mission aligned programs and experiential learning that inspires excellence across disciplines, fosters belonging and mastery, and prepares students for success at top universities and beyond.
- Personalized Care in a Distinctive Single Sex Experience Mission driven educators and counselors who know students deeply, provide individualized mentorship and high expectations, and cultivate confidence through a relationship driven, single sex learning model within a connected coed campus.
- Proven Outcomes & Readiness for Life Graduates emerge as resilient, purpose driven leaders equipped with critical thinking skills, an enduring connection across generations, lifelong habits of reflection, and the readiness to thrive in college and serve their communities.
Through this process of listening, we acknowledge that God is actively present in the life of the school through our students, parents, alumni, faculty and staff and our extended community. These are the people who understand how vital Regis Jesuit High School’s mission and impact are to metropolitan Denver, and indeed the world, and the people who have helped us to articulate ourselves more clearly.As we move forward with Finding God in All Things, we will share how each element of the value proposition comes to life through things like student academic experiences, faith formation, co-curricular activities on a daily basis, and through the four-year formational experience that is Regis Jesuit. Additionally, our reflection continues. ‘Rooted but not finished’ is a good way to describe the Ignatian value of the Magis, and seeking to consider how we may pursue the more universal good for the benefit of our students, and the greater glory of God.On behalf of our Board of Trustees, faculty and staff, I express my gratitude for the community that supports and sustains the school, its mission and the students and families we are blessed to serve. We look forward to continuing to anchor ourselves in this clear vision as we begin to articulate priorities for the front-end of the next 150 years. May we continue to model this process of listening, reflecting and responding to God’s loving presence together as we move forward. -
CAPSTONE: EVIDENCE OF HOPE AND FORMATION
The First Letter of Peter says, “Always be ready to give an explanation to anyone who asks you for a reason for your hope.” (1 Peter 3:15) Our students give me hope. Their curiosity. Their faith. Their humor. Their forgiveness. Their love. We ask our seniors, “So, how are you going away from this place?” In our Capstone program, they show us that they go with hope, bringing hope.
A Capstone is a culmination of a student’s four years at Regis Jesuit High School. During senior year, students focus on the five hallmarks of a Jesuit Education, also known as The Profile of the Graduate at Graduation, as outlined in the JSN (formerly JSEA) Graduate at Graduation document:“In describing the graduate under five general categories, we chose those qualities that seem most desirable not only for this threshold period, but those which seem most desirable for adult life. These five general categories sum up the many aspects or areas of life most in accord with a full adult living of the Christ life.” (2)
The Capstone process also invites our students to address an important question: How am I different because of my experiences at Regis Jesuit?
This year, our seniors will experience a newly updated Capstone process where they will answer the question through accomplishing five tasks. What we are most excited about with this new format is that students will reflect on all five pillars of the Graduate at Graduation—Open to Growth, Intellectually Competent, Religious, Loving and Committed to Doing Justice— and that their expressions of gratitude and hope will be outward-facing. We also love the intentionality of considering the needs of the people in their future community and how they can get involved in service there. The five tasks include: 1) writing a reflection on their growth over four years; 2) writing a[AL1.1] letter to an adult in the RJ community who has challenged intellect, inspired deeper questions and helped growth as a life-long learner; 3) attending a religious experience beyond an all-school Mass; 4) writing a letter to an adult in the RJ community expressing gratitude for how they inspired leadership with love and caring for others; and 5) researching a potential service opportunity the student would be interested in supporting in the future.
The Capstone program speaks directly to our school’s mission. A few weeks ago, during Catholic Schools Week, we celebrated unity in faith and community. I am grateful for the contributions of Jesuit schools to the larger network of Catholic schools and Catholic education all over the planet. This past October, Pope Leo offered his Apostolic Blessing in an address to the leaders of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), sharing:“The Society of Jesus has long been present where humanity’s needs meet God’s saving love: through spiritual guidance, intellectual formation, service among the poor, and Christian witness at cultural frontiers.”
Sounds familiar, sort of like what we try to do here at RJ, day in and day out. Fully Jesuit and fully Catholic. Pope Leo went on to affirm our apostolic preferences and said this about our third preference:“…accompanying young people toward a hope-filled future — is urgent. The youth of today are diverse: students, migrants, activists, entrepreneurs, religious, and those on the margins. Despite their variety, they share a thirst for authenticity and transformation. They are “on the move,” searching for meaning and justice. The Church needs to find and speak their language—through actions and presence as well as words. As a result, it is important to form spaces where they can encounter Christ, discover their vocation, and work for the Kingdom.”
Our capstones are evidence of accompaniment toward a hope-filled future. Recently, I’ve been inspired by the reflections of our students in the Ordination of Christian Initiation of Teenagers (OCIT) program who were describing their reasons for wanting to join the Catholic Church. Several of them mentioned that it is here, in our Regis Jesuit spaces, where they encounter Christ and feel more deeply called in faith. Through the faculty’s actions and presence as well as words, students feel called. Faculty and staff continue to seek ways to speak the students’ language (no easy feat). Often, faculty and staff become linguists, translators, interlocutors, speech pathologists and excellent listeners showing love more in deeds than in words. These efforts nudge our students to the “Christ life.” That is a reason for my hope and a reason to give all of us hope.
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