Faith Life
Rooted in our Augustinian values of Truth, Unity, and Love, Providence Catholic forms students who live their faith through action. Daily prayer, all-school liturgies, retreats, and campus ministry provide opportunities to grow spiritually, while service programs inspire students to make a real impact in their communities. From local outreach to global mission work, Celtics live out their values with compassion – and discover how faith shapes a life of purpose.
An Augustinian Community
The Augustinians trace their spiritual roots to St. Augustine of Hippo, a 5th century Bishop and Doctor of the Church. He established a form of religious community life. Augustinians today are guided by the ideals and spirit of St. Augustine.
St. Augustine said, “You made us for Yourself, O Lord, and our hearts find no peace until they rest in You” (Confessions, I, 1, i). He believed that we are companions on a journey which leads to the discovery of self, an appreciation of friendship, and ultimately, a relationship with God. We do not have to seek God outside of ourselves; God is closer to us than we are to ourselves (City of God IX,7).
We are steeped in prayer!
- A Mass is offered in the chapel prior to the beginning of class each morning.
- Our school community prays together every day during the all-school prayer.
- Each class period also begins with teacher- or student-led prayer.
- Our school day ends in prayer.
- All-school liturgical celebrations occur at least once a month and include Masses, penance services and retreats.
Academically, students are required to take four years of Theology. It is also a graduation requirement that every student participates in an annual, school-sponsored retreat. Seniors may opt for either a one-day Senior Retreat on campus or the three-day Kairos Retreat.
The Augustinian Emblem
Our emblem represents our Augustinian spirituality. The flaming heart is the human heart, representing Augustine’s love of God and his fellow brothers and sisters. The heart is alive with the desire to know God and his love in our lives.
The open book represents the Sacred Scriptures and St. Augustine’s conversion to Christianity. It symbolizes the Word of God, the course of light and truth, and our quest for wisdom.
The arrow piercing the heart represents the Spirit of God piercing our own hearts, calling us to grow in faith, hope and love.