Faith & Service Events

Ministry

Kairos 104
Los Altos Retreat Center

Retreat registration is now open for the 2025-26 academic year. Alums often see Kairos as one of the most memorable and influential experiences at SFHS. Kairos explores the roles of spirituality, religion, relationships, and God in one’s life. This international retreat program is based on Ignatian Spirituality and meets each retreatant where they are in their unique faith journey.​

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Junior Retreat #1
Applegate Retreat Center

This three-day, two-night experience is a great way for students to connect with their classmates, learn more about themselves, and deepen their relationship with God. Retreat questions can be emailed to Ms. Florez. After registration closes, a packing list and retreat details will be emailed to participating juniors. 

The fee is $160 (financial assistance is available). Please use your family’s existing CampBrain account to sign up.

Ministry Stephanie Villanueva '98

Welcome Mass

On Friday, August 15th, at 10:30am, we will celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. All school Masses take place in the gym. Parents and grandparents are welcome to attend; guests are required to check in at the Front Office. Formal Uniform required.

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Freshman Family Mass

Join us for the Freshman Family Mass, an evening of celebration on Sunday, February 1st at 11:00am. A reception will follow. This special Mass gives thanks for the role of families in the St. Francis community and includes a blessing in which parents will participate. All faiths are welcome – this Mass is for every Troubie! We are pleased to welcome a guest celebrant for this occasion.

More details about the reception and a special blessing for freshmen will be shared soon!

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Kairos 105
Los Altos Retreat Center

Retreat registration is now open for the 2025-26 academic year. Alums often see Kairos as one of the most memorable and influential experiences at SFHS. Kairos explores the roles of spirituality, religion, relationships, and God in one’s life. This international retreat program is based on Ignatian Spirituality and meets each retreatant where they are in their unique faith journey.​

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Sophomore Family Mass
in the SFHS gym

On Sunday, March 1st, at 5:30pm in the SFHS Gym, we will celebrate the Sophomore Family Mass. This simple evening liturgy and reception is the second of the four family Masses, highlighting the Class of 2028’s unity. All students in attendance receive the Pax et Bonum pin. Class rings purchased through Jostens will be available at check-in. Other mass reminders include:

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Pax et Bonum Mass
in the Gym

Time to give thanks for Peace & Goodness! Please come join us in giving thanks for peace and goodness at our annual Pax et Bonum Week Mass. All parents, grandparents and guardians are welcome to join us for the 10:00am liturgy in the gym on Wednesday, January 28th. Please sign in at the front office when you arrive on campus. We look forward to seeing you!

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Junior Retreat #3
Applegate Retreat Center

This three-day, two-night experience is a great way for students to connect with their classmates, learn more about themselves, and deepen their relationship with God.

Ministry

Kairos 103
Los Altos Retreat Center

Retreat registration is now open for the 2025-26 academic year. Alums often see Kairos as one of the most memorable and influential experiences at SFHS. Kairos explores the roles of spirituality, religion, relationships, and God in one’s life. This international retreat program is based on Ignatian Spirituality and meets each retreatant where they are in their unique faith journey.​

Ministry Stephanie Villanueva '98

Big Sister/Little Sister Meeting
in the Gym

Freshmen will be gathering with their classmates and Big Sisters to learn tips about how to prepare for their first high school finals. Freshmen will meet on Wednesday, November 19th at 8:00am in the gym. For more information, check with Campus Ministry or your Big Sister.

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Kairos 102
Los Altos Retreat Center

Retreat registration is now open for the 2025-26 academic year. Alums often see Kairos as one of the most memorable and influential experiences at SFHS. Kairos explores the roles of spirituality, religion, relationships, and God in one’s life. This international retreat program is based on Ignatian Spirituality and meets each retreatant where they are in their unique faith journey.​

Ministry

First Freshman and Big Sister Meeting
in the Gym

The first Big Sister – Little Sister Gathering is Wednesday morning in the gym. Senior Big Sisters will discuss the upcoming Club Rush days with their Little Sisters. Big Sister – Little Sister Gatherings are considered mandatory as they prepare freshmen for upcoming activities and allow them to get to know each other better outside of a classroom environment. 

Ministry Stephanie Villanueva '98

Big Sister/Little Sister Meeting

The primary purpose of this meeting is the Class Jersey Ceremony, where Big Sisters will present the freshman with their class jersey and give them tips to make their HOCO SZN (Homecoming) a time of joy, making new friends, and bonding with their class. The meeting will occur in the gym; students may eat lunch. If students are not at school that day, they can go to Campus Ministry and pick up their jerseys the following Monday. 

 

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Christian Service Fair
320-330 Wing

Encourage your Troubie to visit this Monday’s Christian Service Fair. Held in the 320-330 wing at Community Lunch, this event is a great way for students to connect with volunteer coordinators from more than 20 organizations. A wide range of service opportunities is represented. 

The first service deadline is October 17th. Students must meet the minimum requirement to remain eligible for athletics, the fall Arts production, and the SFHS Homecoming dance.