Theological studies and preparation for ministry engage the whole person. We at the Jesuit School believe that this engagement is enriched when it takes place in a faith community of mutual support. The Office of Student Services attends to the Jesuit School community life, as well as to non-academic student needs. The Office of Student Services provides programs and services in the following areas:
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 Spiritual Direction and Retreats
Student Services personnel are available to make recommendations to students seeking a spiritual director at any time during the year. The Office of Student Services recruits and maintains a list of qualified spiritual directors whose work is known to the school. Early in the fall semester there is an opportunity to meet some of the directors. Student retreats are held in August and January, and others may be organized by the Office of Student Services as needed. A list of private retreat centers in the area is available for individuals or groups who wish to arrange their own retreat.
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Liturgy and Prayer
The Jesuit School community celebrates liturgy Tuesday through Friday. A Liturgy Committee, consisting of faculty and students, plans school liturgies, and liturgical ministries involve the whole school community. Students are encouraged to join a local parish for Sunday liturgies. Prayer groups and prayer days are planned and scheduled by staff and/or students and may meet according to student interest.
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Faith Sharing
At the beginning of each semester, groups are formed that meet weekly throughout the semester for faith sharing. Occasional evenings or days of reflection are scheduled according to student interest.
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Lay Formation
The Office of Student Services plans lectures, panel discussions, workshops and other opportunities for addressing subjects such as Ignatian spirituality, collaborative ministry, spirituality and ministry, ministerial careers, and multi-cultural ministries.
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Student Groups
Special interest groups, such as Life Matters, Forum for Catholic Women’s Issues, Bread for the World, and Pax Christi may be organized by students, usually in conjunction with the other Roman Catholic schools of the GTU.
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Housing
The school has limited housing facilities for students. These include apartment units and lay community houses. Housing application forms and information about local housing resources are available in the Office of Admissions, or from the school receptionist at (510) 549-5000.
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Communications and Student Life
Social gatherings are held regularly throughout the year, including a weekly school supper Tuesdays after the evening Mass. These provide an opportunity for friendship, recreation, and community building among students, faculty, and staff. In the JST lounge students are welcome to hold informal gatherings, meet for coffee and conversation, and read current magazines and periodicals. The MAGIS, a weekly newsletter, informs students about events within the Jesuit School as well as in the GTU. Other items of interest are also posted on school bulletin boards. Each Jesuit School student is provided a mailbox for school purposes. Every fall, a Jesuit School Directory is distributed that contains addresses, phone numbers, and emails of all students, faculty, and staff to facilitate communication.
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Career Services
The Director of Career Development offers a range of career development and placement services to students and alumni. Popular career paths for our alumni include:
- campus ministry
- pastoral ministry (faith formation, evangelization, social justice outreach, liturgy, music)
- teaching
- hospital chaplaincy
- restorative justice (prison/detention ministry)
- retreats and spiritual direction
- mission identity in Catholic institutions
- work in non-profit organizations
Career Opportunities
For job announcements and links to other sites with information on career opportunities in ecclesial ministry and related fields, click here. Students and alumni may also contact the Career Development Director at pkircher@jstb.edu to receive e-mails regarding job opportunities.
Workshops and Panels
Career development workshops provide assistance with planning and implementing a job search, including resume writing, research, networking and interviewing. Panels on ministerial and related careers feature Jesuit School alumni and other professionals who share their experience with students.
Career Advising
The Career Development Director is available to meet with students privately for career advising and job search assistance. These services are available on a limited basis to recent alumni. Please contact pkircher@jstb.edu for more details.
Contact Information
For more information about Career Services, contact Paul Kircher, Director of Career Development, at 510-549-5029 or by email at pkircher@jstb.edu.
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