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Faith

 

The Joy of Friendship with God  

At Montrose, we believe that every person is made in the image of God, is loved unconditionally, and is called to discover God’s plan.

Our approach is rooted in the Christian understanding of what it means to be human. We believe that the dignity of our students is grounded in their shared identity as beloved daughters of God: unique, unrepeatable, and called to greatness.

Montrose fully embraces the teachings of the Catholic Church and is inspired by the spirituality of Opus Dei, a lay organization founded by Saint Josemaría Escrivá in 1928.

Called to Holiness

Opus Dei is a lay organization within the Catholic Church. Its mission is to help people of all walks of life discover God in their everyday lives and work, promoting the message that work, family, and everyday events are opportunities to grow closer to Christ and to make Him known to others. The spirit of Opus Dei emphasizes the freedom and responsibility of each person to use his or her gifts to transform the world through service to others.

Grounded in these principles, Montrose fosters a school culture that promotes civic friendship, courageous dialogue and engagement with diverse views to promote and advance the common good. We welcome students of all faiths, or no particular faith, who embrace our unique mission and transformational educational vision.

As a mission-driven school, we work to help each student realize that her greatness consists not in seeking perfection in human terms, but it is found through work and studies undertaken with the freedom and joy that comes from knowing she is a beloved child of God.

Many opportunities are available to support students on their faith journey:

  • Theology and philosophy classes
  • Daily option for Mass
  • Full-time chaplain available to meet for personal guidance and the Sacrament of Reconciliation  


Discover Greatness in Ordinary Life

To discover God's presence in our daily lives – to give our personal best and make our work a gift – is at the heart of Montrose School’s Christian identity.

What are some ways we integrate faith and work at Montrose in the spirit of Opus Dei? 

  • Engage the world and every academic subject with enthusiasm and noble ambition
  • Work with excellence and purpose to bring joy and peace to those around us
  • Respect individuals of all faith traditions, or no faith tradition
  • Respect freedom of conscience
  • Practice an ethic of service and responsible stewardship, taking care of the classrooms, common areas, campus and natural wetlands
  • Pray before each class to set an intention and offer work to God
  • Practice solidarity with those in need – locally and globally – through prayer and service
  • Know that we are children of God – unique, unrepeatable and called to greatness

“Everything that is done out of Love acquires greatness and beauty.”
- St. Josemaría Escrivá, The Way

 

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