Kairos 20

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 Kairos 20

By Angelica Buncio ‘22

 

Last week, a group of seniors were given the opportunity to attend Kairos, a special retreat that gives students the chance to take the time to reflect on their relationship with God, themselves, and others. The Greek word, “Kairos,” means a special and chosen time, which is God’s time. Being able to disconnect myself from everything else and just be in a peaceful space where I could focus on my thoughts meant a lot to me. Especially since it is senior year, I know that few of us have gotten the chance to really reflect on what is happening in our lives as everyone has been busy trying to keep their grades up, get college applications done, and still try to find time for themselves. 

 

As we have been dealing with the coronavirus pandemic for almost two years now, it was not certain that we would have even been able to experience a traditional Kairos. However, this Kairos was definitely an amazing experience that helped bring together the senior class more, giving us the chance to get to know each other on a more personal note. Many students described their experience at Kairos as “eye-opening” and “memorable.” Sorina Larsen ‘22 expressed how Kairos was “super rejuvenating” and helped “bond the class together more.” Student Kairos leader, Sam Oshita ‘22 added, “Kairos was a good break from reality and it helped me get a lot closer to the girls in my class … I have so much love for each and every one of the girls that went.”

 

To all the underclassmen, make sure to attend Kairos when you are given the opportunity to, as you certainly will not regret it. A huge thank you to Campus Ministry and everyone who was able to make this retreat possible!

Credits

Written By: Angelica Buncio ‘22

Edited By: Maria Shelley 

Photos Taken By: Ms. Flaherty 

Mercy Media Edition 1

October 14th, 2021

mercymedia@mercyhsb.com

 

 

 

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