Parish Pastor: Rev. Monsignor John Graham
Director of Campus Ministry: Br. Richard Galvin, FSC
Social Worker: Br. Vincent Reese, FSC
The spiritual development of the student is an essential part of the school's mission. Students are provided regular opportunities to participate in the sacraments and to attend a yearly retreat. Seniors are required to participate in the senior retreat (offered throughout the year) and all underclassmen are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunities offered.
The school Chapel is located on the first floor, next to the library. Like any religious area, it is a sacred place and is to be used for prayer, quiet time, and sharing in a reflective manner. The Chapel is to be a haven from the daily distractions that come between us and God.
All are always welcome for mass, which is held in the chapel on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:20 AM. All masses are preceded by morning prayer at 7:10 AM. Additional masses and eucharastic adoration are often scheduled during special times such as Advent and Lent.
News 12 The Bronx’s Student of the Week.
Whether he’s in the classroom or on the baseball diamond, Luis Castillo doesn’t let up. He finds his motivation in being a role model for his younger brother.
“Everything I do, he tries to do,” says Castillo, News 12 The Bronx’s Student of the Week.
The St. Raymond’s High School junior maintains a 95 average and is a finalist for a select FBI internship this summer. His principal, Brother Daniel Gardner, says Castillo is just a good guy.
“If someone needs something, he’s the one to help,” says Gardner. Castillo also excels at baseball and track and field.
“With his academics, he’ll get into a great school,” said assistant baseball coach Marc Deluca. “I’m expecting we’ll hear in five or six years [that] he’s doing well for himself.” Castillo says he’s starting to look at colleges close to home like Fordham University and John Jay College of Criminal Justice. He also likes Connecticut and is looking there as well.