Ministry & Student Life

Morris Catholic students participate in a number of amazing youth rallies, retreats and service projects in and around the community, region, state and beyond.  Here is a link to the video recap of the 8th Annual Pro Life Youth Rally at Seton Hall University.  You can catch some of our MC students who participated in the days events.  

Catholic Difference

Spiritual Life is Central to the DNA of Morris Catholic

Daily prayer and liturgies, school liturgies, retreats, religious symbols, and an atmosphere of respect are all important components of our Catholic faith. All students also take a four-year program in Theology classes. We feel that our statement of purpose – To educate young men and women to grow in character, community and commitment through a knowledge of the love of Christ – is omnipresent in our mindset and actions, and guides us in all that we do for our students and school community .

Special Programs

  • Peer Ministry
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • Blankets for Babies
  • Sports Chaplain Program
  • Pro Life Club

Retreats

We feel that it is important for young people to set aside time for personal reflection and renewal of faith. Retreat days are held for each class throughout the school year. Retreats for MCHS students are organized through the Campus Ministry Office and are held during the school day.

Retreats for upperclassmen may be conducted off-campus to provide students with a non-distracting setting. Each fall and spring our high school also hosts morning retreats for 7th and 8th grade students who attend local elementary schools.

It is also beneficial for our faculty and staff to participate in days of reflection, which are held twice each year. Our Parent Board also organizes faith-building activities for parents and guests to address important current social issues in relation to our faith and Church.

Retreats

We feel that it is important for young people to set aside time for personal reflection and renewal of faith. Retreat days are held for each class throughout the school year. Retreats for MCHS students are organized through the Campus Ministry Office and are held during the school day.

Retreats for upperclassmen may be conducted off-campus to provide students with a non-distracting setting. Each fall and spring our high school also hosts morning retreats for 7th and 8th grade students who attend local elementary schools.

It is also beneficial for our faculty and staff to participate in days of reflection, which are held twice each year. Our Parent Board also organizes faith-building activities for parents and guests to address important current social issues in relation to our faith and Church.

Campus Ministry

The Campus Ministry Office provides spiritual support, plans religious activities and reinforces a strong Catholic identity at Morris Catholic High School. Father Carmen Buono, joined by faculty member Kathy Smith, lead the Campus Ministry team. Senior students are selected to be part of the Peer Ministry program. These students are guided in faith and receive training in communication and interpersonal skills and serve the student community in leadership roles. The program is comprised of several service areas: Social Justice, Music Ministry, Peer Ministry and Prayer & Liturgy.