Parents & Students
Parent Ignatian Spirituality
A Jesuit Community
Rockhurst High School is proud to be home to six Jesuits for the 2024-25 year.
Pictured left to right: (1st row) Fr. Vince Giacabazi, SJ, Mr. Ignatius Nguyen, SJ; (2nd row): Fr. Tom Pesci, SJ, Dr. Philip Nahlik, SJ, Fr. Derrick Weingartner, SJ
Not pictured: a Jesuit to be announced soon who will join Rockhurst for the 2nd semester
Two are scholastics in Regency (Mr. Nguyen and Dr. Nahlik); Fr. Giacabazi and Fr. Pesci are Jesuits who have made their final vows. Fr. Weingartner is the Rector/Superior, Board Member, and Chair of the Board of Members.
Parent Spirituality Events
Jesuit Tradition Speaker Series
Moms in Prayer
Moms in Prayer is held every Wednesdays at 12:15 p.m. in the Chapel of the Sacred Heart.
Zoom Link here
Meeting ID: 918 3038 3538
Passcode: 965296
This is a relaxed and casual hour of prayer and reflection. Come when you can, and come as you are! Women of all faith groups are encouraged and welcome, and welcome to bring a friend! For more information on Moms in Prayer, please contact Moira Kelly Healy at mhealy@rockhursths.edu
Zoom Link here
Meeting ID: 918 3038 3538
Passcode: 965296
This is a relaxed and casual hour of prayer and reflection. Come when you can, and come as you are! Women of all faith groups are encouraged and welcome, and welcome to bring a friend! For more information on Moms in Prayer, please contact Moira Kelly Healy at mhealy@rockhursths.edu
Father/Son Mass
Mark your calendars! Fathers and sons are encouraged to join us for this special occasion, which begins at 7:15 a.m. A light social event will follow with coffee, juice and donuts. A great way for fathers and sons to deepen their own relationships, as well as their relationships with God.
Verify the Father/Son dates on the school calendar here.
Verify the Father/Son dates on the school calendar here.
Women of Rockhurst Day of Reflection
The Women of Rockhurst Day of Reflection is a beautiful opportunity for all to come together for a day of spiritual connection and discernment, prayer and reflection, in an informal setting. Women of all faiths are encouraged and welcome to attend.
This event is typically scheduled for late-February or early-March each year. The 2025 Day of Reflection will be on March 8. Learn more here.
Ignatian Spirituality Center
The mission of the Ignatian Spirituality Center of Kansas City is to assist people of varied faith traditions to explore and deepen their relationships with God in Jesus Christ. The Center bases its ministry on the Spiritual Exercises and spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola.
Grandparent Mass & Brunch
This special celebration for grandparents and grandsons create a sincere appreciation for the Eucharist together. This event is typically scheduled for early-March each year. The 2025 Grandparent Mass & Brunch will be on March 9.
For more information on any of these events, please contact Moira Healy at mhealy@rockhursths.edu
