Religion
The Religion program at Marian offers a solid foundation in Roman Catholic teachings so students can experience God and integrate the Christian faith in their lives, learn the responsibilities of becoming adult believers and live out Marian’s Mission, part of which is to be leaders and life-long learners in a society where their talents and faith will give hope to the world.
Above the main entrance to Marian High School is a plaque that states, “Be it known to all who enter here that Christ is the reason for this school.” By extension this applies to the Religion Department at Marian. The center and focus of all religious education at Marian is Jesus Christ as experienced and believed in the Roman Catholic tradition. This focus on Jesus throughout the Religion program can be summarized in three areas:
Theology
Every student at Marian is required to have eight semesters of religion. Topics of study include Scripture, Christology, Church History, Morality, World Religions and Sacraments. Connections between classroom topics and current issues are often discussed. A unit on Mary is taught every year. In addition, Marian has a strong sexual abstinence program.
Spirituality
The day at Marian begins with prayer, and students are given many opportunities to lead prayer. There is a monthly all-school liturgy that coincides with important Catholic holy days or with events significant to Marian. All members of the Marian community--staff, parents, siblings, alumnae and friends--are welcome to attend our liturgical services. Each student also attends a special class mass.
| Aug. 27, 2009 |
All-School Mass, 9:30 a.m. |
| Sept 15 |
Servants of Mary Mass, 9:30 a.m. |
| Oct. 10 |
Respect Life Mass, 9:30 a.m. |
| Oct. 28 |
11th grade Class Mass, 7:50 a.m. |
| Nov. 11 |
12th grade Class Mass, 7:50 a.m. |
| Nov. 15 |
Father/Daughter Mass & Brunch, 9 a.m. |
| Nov. 24 |
Thanksgiving Prayer Service, 9:30 a.m. |
| Dec. 8 |
Feast of Immaculate Conception All-School Mass, 10:15 a.m. |
| Dec. 10 |
Advent Reconciliation during religion classes |
| Jan. 20, 2010 |
10th Grade Class Mass, 7:50 a.m. |
| Jan 29 |
Catholic Schools Week All-School Mass & Grandparents Day, 9:30 a.m. |
| Feb. 17 |
Ash Wednesday All-School Mass 9:30 a.m. Archbishop Lucas is presiding |
| March 3 |
Lenten Reconciliation Services |
| March 21 |
Mother/Daughter Mass & Brunch, 10:00 a.m. |
| April 8 |
Easter All-School Mass, 9:30 a.m. |
| April 21 |
9th Grade Class Mass, 9:30 a.m. |
| May 19 |
Senior Mass, 8:30 a.m. |
Retreats are also central to spiritual reflection and growth. In this spirit, Marian students are required to attend a retreat each year. Marian retreats create an environment where students have an opportunity to reflect, both personally and communally, on their relationship with God and with others, to witness and share faith, and to learn about and experience prayer. Marian retreats challenge students to integrate and affirm a spirituality of compassionate leadership, a central principle of Marian High School and the Servants of Mary. Freshmen and seniors have overnight retreats, and sophomores and juniors have a variety of day retreats from which to choose.
to view more photos from the 2009-2010 "Going Forth" Senior Retreat.
| Seniors |
Jan. 15-16, 2010 |
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Jan. 22-23, 2010 |
| Juniors |
Sept. 14, 21, 28, 2009 |
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Oct. 12, 19, 26 |
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Nov. 2, 16, 23, 30 |
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Dec. 7 |
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Jan. 1 |
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Feb. 1, 8, 15 |
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March 1, 15, 22 |
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April 12, 19 |
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May 10, 17 |
| Sophomores |
Sept. 29, 2009 |
| Freshman |
Oct. 30-31, 2009 |
Service
Service to others is a natural extension of being a Marian student. Though Marian does not require a specific number of service hours, most students are involved in service in some way, either with the many sites and opportunities that Marian facilitates or with the ones that they find on their own. A service reflection paper, however, is required of all students each year on the variety of service completed during the previous twelve months.
Boys & Girls Club
Christ Child Society
Great Plains Paralyzed Veterans of America
Hope Center
Immanuel Hospital
Servants of Mary Motherhouse
Mosaic
Nebraska Medical Center
Ollie Webb Center (Just Friends Program)
Omaha Public Library
Skyline Retirement Home
St. Pius/St. Richards
St. Vincent de Paul Family Shelter
The Community Learning Centers
The Ronald McDonald House
Women’s Shelter
The Servants of Mary Motherhouse, one of Marian's service sites, was treated to a Valentine's Day gathering with student volunteers. The girls shared treats, Valentine's Day cards and good conversation with the members of Marian's founding Order. to see photos from the visit.