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Faith Formation

The teachings and life model of St. Angela Merici, foundress of the Ursulines, is instilled in every aspect of daily life at St. Ursula Academy. In our classrooms and our community, through academics and extracurriculars, our students see St. Angela’s values in action—and they become part of the way our girls see the world around them. 

  • The entire SUA community begins each day together in morning prayer, and we pause mid-afternoon for our “Angela Moment,” when we reflect on our day. 
  • Every student takes four years of Theology to learn more about our Catholic faith, other religions, and moral and ethical decision-making.
  • We celebrate all-school liturgies regularly, including Holy Days and special SUA traditions. 
  • Through Campus Ministry and many informal occasions, our students pray often and open their hearts to service opportunities.

SUA’s loving and supportive atmosphere reflects the Ursuline values so carefully articulated by St. Angela Merici more than 400 years ago. Her motto, "Soli Deo Gloria," a Latin phrase meaning “For the Glory of God Alone,” inspires all of us to live the Gospel values daily and in everything we do.

Campus Ministry

Campus Ministry at St. Ursula Academy offers many opportunities for our students to grow in their Catholic faith, as well as a multitude of different avenues for spiritual expression, regardless of religious affiliation. Students participate in faith-based activities such as liturgies, service projects, prayer services, and volunteer programs.
 

 

Monthly Angela Reflection

Read Sr. Donna Frey's monthly reflection on the life of St. Angela Merici.

ANGELA REFLECTION

Arrow Core Team

The Arrow Core Team works alongside the Campus Ministry Team to help in the planning, execution and leading of Masses, prayer services, class retreats, morning announcements and anything else within the general faith life of SUA. The goal of Arrow Core Team is to spread the love of Christ throughout the SUA community in order to grow together in our faith!

Retreats

Every student at St. Ursula Academy participates in one class retreat per year. While faithful to Catholic teaching and tradition, these retreats are inclusive of all students. Every class retreat at SUA is focused on a specific theme that connects to that grade, opening the hearts and minds of all students in relationship to one another and the love of God.

All retreats are held off campus.

 

Service

St. Ursula Academy's Serviam Program is designed to help students live out the Ursuline charism of contemplative love of God and an openness and eagerness to serve the needs of others. St. Angela Merici dedicated her life to serving women, children, and families suffering from injustice. This program encourages SUA students to imitate her dedication to serving those most in need through intentional service and prayer. A minimum of 60 hours must be completed at two or more nonprofits/organizations throughout the students’ four years of high school.

» Click here for a list of approved service agencies
 

Serviam Club

Any student is welcome to join the Serviam Club. Serviam means “I Will Serve” in Latin and is used as a motto for Ursuline service programs throughout the world. Students have the opportunity to take on leadership roles for our seasonal collections and drives, as well as participate in monthly service projects both in and outside of school.

The Toledo Labre Program

Every Monday night—rain or shine, holiday or school day, summer or winter—students from St. Ursula Academy, St. John’s Jesuit High School, and Notre Dame Academy come together in a simple act of faith: offering food and friendship to the hungry and homeless of inner-city Toledo. Labre was started 13 years ago to provide students with a unique service experience where they get face-to-face with those they serve.

Students meet each Monday afternoon at the host school (rotates monthly) where they make and package food for the hungry and homeless in East and South Toledo. After the food is ready, students share prayer intentions and pray for those they are going to serve. The group members ride together to two locations, where they distribute food, interact with community members, and build connections with those who need it most.

Afterward, the students head back to the school to reflect on their experience, pray for each person served, and note any special needs for the next visit. Many students return to Labre every week to see those they have connected with and meet new faces.

» Click here to participate in Labre

“St. Benedict Joseph Labre, poor in the eyes of men and women, but rich in the eyes of God, pray for us. Amen.”

I have fallen in love with Labre. It has made me realize how privileged I am to have what I have and how important it is for me to give back to my community.”
Ava DiSalle '26