American Province Ministry Connections March 2022

Cristo Rey New York High School       Dan Dougherty, President http://www.cristoreyny.org/

Cristo Rey New York Lions Prowl College Campuses

On March 7th and 8th, the Cristo Rey New York Class of 2023 attended the school’s 12th annual college trip. The young Lions explored universities such as Villanova, Yale, Scranton, and Fairfield, where they gained a glimpse of their futures. Many Lions are first-generation college students who have never been on a college campus. The goal of the annual college trip is to broaden their vision of what college entails. Each campus is distinct, so students experience a range of different college settings. Daisy, one of our Juniors, described her experience on this trip as “eye-opening.” She shared, “I was able to see schools I didn't know existed. This trip taught me to keep an open mind throughout my college application process and not to limit my options. My favorite part was witnessing each school’s spirit and seeing how proud the students were to be a part of their school traditions. I appreciated learning about life as a college student.” In just a few months, the Class of 2023 will apply to colleges and think about their life beyond Cristo Rey’s walls. By visiting larger-than-life libraries, gymnasiums, and lecture halls, our ambitious students started picturing themselves in those exact spaces and gained insight into college life.

Cristo Rey St. Martin College Prep    Preston Kendall, President http://www.cristoreystmartin.org/

Alumnus Trailblazes A Path Intersecting Environmental and Human

Sebastian Rodriguez was 14 years old when he first decided he wanted to combine his passion for scientific knowledge with his commitment to helping those living in Waukegan/North Chicago and safeguarding the environment and thus their health. “I always look for something I can improve upon,” says the 24-year-old CRSM ‘19 graduate, an Environmental Health Safety Specialist who works at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science.   “There is no question that the teachings of Principal Dr. Odiotti and everyone at Cristo Rey, and my mom, taught me never to forget the community in your hometown and to come back and make a change,” says Sebastian. “The words ‘be a person for others,’ is the soundtrack that always plays in my mind.” Graduating with a double bachelor’s degree in public health and environmental science from Johns Hopkins University, Sebastian specializes in radiation safety at Rosalind. He is part of a five-person SWAT team that monitors, controls, and reduces radiation exposure in the anatomy laboratory and other learning centers throughout the medical teaching university.

Sponsored Ministries of the Society of Holy Child Jesus  Casa Cornelia Law Center * Providence Center Co-Sponsored Ministries of the Society of Holy Child Jesus South Central Los Angeles Ministry Project (LAMP) *  Cristo Rey St. Martin College Prep * Hope Partnership for Education *  Cristo Rey New York High School * Washington School for Girls    ~ ~ ~   Ministry Connections is a monthly publication highlighting ministries sponsored or co-sponsored by the Society of the Holy Child Jesus.