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St. Lawrence Seminary High School

Alumni Association

1901 - 2012

Purpose

To promote the interests of St. Lawrence

Seminary High School.

To establish closer relationships between

the alumni of St. Lawrence Seminary

High School, St. Lawrence College and

St. Francis Brother’s School and

among alumni themselves.

Constitution of the St. Lawrence Seminary High School Alumni Association(November 2008)

I am

a S

on o

f Cal

vary

One of God’s

happiest gifts to

man is doubtless

memory. To look

back over the “dim

distant past,”

to envisage its

ideals, its struggles,

its conquests, to

thrill to its chords

of happiness, to

smile at its

youthful pranks,

is truly to relive the

sweet without the

bitter. Memory we

might say was, in

the final analysis,

the motive and

inspiration of the

St. Lawrence

College Alumni

Association.

(1901)

These five values constitute the St. Lawrence Seminary

High School Mission and Value Statement.

I am

a S

on o

f Cal

vary

I foster a relationship with Jesus that directs

a lifetime.

I interact in an effective, positive and

respectful manner.

I pursue academic, moral and spiritual depth.

I serve by sacrificing for others.

I build fraternity and community by respecting

and celebrating uniqueness.

…

…

…

…

…

PROFILE OF A SON OF CALVARY

It is doubtful that all, or even most, sons of Calvary fit a

standard profile in every regard. Nevertheless, a profile

provides a blueprint to consider as a foundation, a

foundation laid during adolescent years, a foundation to

reflect upon and re-evaluate himself against. Whether

overtly, or in the quieter regions of his heart, this profile

should strike a chord in every son of St. Lawrence.

CommunityOver 10,000 St. Lawrence students

learned to grow in a community

of brothers with common visions

yet diverse backgrounds. The

community was established, but

after awhile the promise to remain

‘in community’ often fades. It is

the purpose of the Association to

continue establishing conduits

of communication such as class

liaisons, Facebook links, class and

organizational websites, electronic

and print publications, and an office

of alumni relations which helps

to grow and engage the dynamic

alumni community.

CONNECT THE COMMUNITY

Communities become strong as

connections are formed, renewed

and reinforced. Traditional forms

of establishing or re-establishing

that brotherhood have given way to

technologies that diminish space and

time. Today’s technology affords new

opportunities of connectivity which

NAME THE COMMUNITY

A community is defined as

belonging; a community of

possibility and a generosity of gifts.

Communities are also defined by

their geographic locale, yet in the

case of the St. Lawrence Seminary

High School alumni community

which prides itself on a diverse and

global membership, the community

is also defined by the founders’

vision, the progressive history

and spiritual values of its anchor

organizations, St. Lawrence Seminary

High School, St. Lawrence College,

and St. Francis Brother’s School, and

their respective graduates.

SONS OF CALVARY:

A COMMUNITY OF BROTHERS

Since 1901, the St. Lawrence

Seminary Alumni Association

has held tight to the legacy of its

brotherhood, to its heritage of

belonging, and to its community of

possibility.

nourish the St. Lawrence alumni

community. Both traditional and

virtual communication vehicles

open doors to share stories and

photos, exchange ideas, and spend

time together; all strengthening the

Spirit of Calvary.

ILLUMINATE THE

COMMUNITY

Awards such as the Brindisi Award,

Bonaventure Frey Young Alumnus

Award, and the Men Who Inspire

Initiative, in addition to leadership

involvement in the organization,

help to illuminate the values

learned and lived.

Community

Deo DuceFabri MundiWith God as Guide.Makers of the World.~1945

Wisconsin Illinois

LouisianaKoreaTexas

Saudi ArabiaMichigan

KansasCalifornia

IndianaFlorida

VirginiaMinnesota

PennsylvaniaVietnamArizona

GermanyGhana

IndiaKentuckyMontana

New HampshireOhio

OntarioUnited Arab Emirates

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Milwaukee, WIChicago, ILFond du Lac, WIAppleton, WISheboygan, WIDetroit, MINew York, NYGermanyMarquette, MIGreen Bay, WISaudi ArabiaMt. Calvary, WIWest Bend, WIEast Chicago, INHammond, INGary, INSt. Cloud, MNBrooklyn, NYEscanaba, MIManitowoc, WIOmaha, NEPort Washington, WIWest Allis, WISaginaw, MIMenasha, WI

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Total Priests Ordained1032 Diocesan Priests525 Religious PriestsCapuchins Priests and BrothersMonsignorsBishopsDeacons (since Vatican II)Different Religious OrdersDifferent States& CountriesAdvanced Degrees(nonreligious)�is research is based on the work of Fr. Ron Smith, OFM Cap and the available student records and alumni information from the years 1860 – 2010. �e data available to compile such reporting needs to be updated by the alumni themselves via St. Lawrence website alumni pro�le.

TOP 25Current Student OriginsSeptember 2011Enrollment

TOP 25Cities/Countriesof Origin1860-2010

CommonStudent Names1860-2010

Alumni inReligious LifeSince1860

WEBSITE PROFILE Having current information

on our alumni takes constant attention. Please take a moment to update

your St. Lawrence Website Pro�le by visiting

stlawrence.edu/alumni&friends/membersearch.

ALUMNI SURVEY

In years past, an in-depth survey of alumni was

designed to learn more about who our alumni are

today. In the near future an Alumni Survey Initiative invites graduates to tell us

more about themselves.Watch for it.

�e Spirit of Calvary can be seen throughout the

world, in isolated regions and cosmopolitan cities;

within parishes, businesses, academic communities and volunteer organizations; as

religious, married andlay individuals.

What does it mean to belong, to be a

member? Do you need a pin, a card, a

trinket or some kind of recognition? How does any

son of Calvary acknowledge, communicate and

celebrate a commitment to his alma mater?

WHAT IS THE I AM A SON OF CALVARY

LEgACY COMMITMENT?

It is well known that those who have received a

St. Lawrence education, whether one hundred, fifty

or ten years ago, find it difficult to put a monetary

value on the impact this exceptional educational

and spiritual formation has had on them. Many

acknowledge that it prepared them to function as

an educated leader in a vast and rapidly changing

society. Others recognize the investment the

Capuchins and benefactors have made in them.

Having received a valued education, at a fraction

of the cost of other comparable educational

institutions, how does each son of Calvary continue

his commitment to St. Lawrence?

The newly designed I am a Son of Calvary

Legacy Commitment is a means to that end. By

eliminating the traditional membership dues model,

we take this opportunity to offer each alumnus

an occasion to support St. Lawrence, its capital

initiatives, and the functioning of the Alumni

Association. The Association presently provides

How can we measure the impact alumni giving has on the school, and on its past, present and future students?

The beauty of the Cupola stands in austere dedication to the founders’ vision. The resonance of the Chapel piano enhances the magnificent choral celebration during Calvary liturgies.

The comfort and simplicity of the St. Conrad Auditorium seating is experienced by students, families and friends throughout the year.

The pride and sportsmanship of the students using the new Alumni Field excites the players andfans alike.

Measuringthe Impact

multiple community building opportunities including publications which

communicate, special events & fundraising programs which celebrate, in

addition to organizational and financial responsibilities which promote the

mission of St. Lawrence.

The I am a Son of Calvary Legacy Commitment model is designed

to support these organizational and capital needs. In other words, by

donating to one, you donate to the other, saving membership tracking

and renewal drives, mailing and printing costs, and inclusion/exclusion

practices.

By virtue of your climbing the Hill of Calvary, you are a

son of Calvary for life.

INITIATE

Here’s how it works. A percentage of your donation toward the biennial

capital initiatives is directed to the operating expenses of the association. It

is as simple as that. By completing the enclosed card, you have completed

a donation to this year’s capital initiative and the Almni Association.

Commitment

Alumni AssociationCapital Initiative

AlumniAssociationAllocation

25%

YourDonationAmount

$1,000.00 $250.00

$500.00 $125.00

$250.00 $62.50

$100.00 $25.00

$50.00 $12.50

$750.00

$375.00

$187.50

$75.00

$37.50

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COMMUNICATE We share the stories of our many alumni through a variety of formats and vehicles. The Laurentianum Alumni MagazineThe New Tower E-NewsletterClass Websites & Facebook GroupsMemorial Notices & Alumni E-Mail UpdatesSt. Lawrence Seminary High School & Alumni Association Website

CELEBRATE Each year we celebrate special friend & fundraising events, held throughout the Midwest and beyond. De LaSalle Soccer Game (Chicago, September) Annual Hilltopper & All Class Reunion (Mt. Calvary, September) Regional Visits from the Rector Regional Reunions (TBA) Milwaukee Event (Spring of Alternating Years) Chicago (Spring of Alternating Years) Student Spring ConcertEaster & Christmas Season Liturgies Alumni Preshow Reception and Student Production (May)Athletic Events in your Area (watch the SLS website for the schedule)

CONgRATULATEWe honor our many alumni through a variety of awards and commemorative publications. Brindisi AwardBonaventure Frey Young Alumnus AwardMen Who Inspire

Transeamus Ad Opus

Let Us Cross Over to the Work~1940

Celebrate

Communicate

Congratulate

ENVISION.

INSPIRE.

TRANSFORM.

to the needs of the students has allowed this school to continue to serve the Church. Each time the school was assaulted by the ideological biases of those who controlled its destiny, it diminished. When it adapted to current needs it thrived. Today, the vision continues through the

planting and nurturing of the seeds of a

willingness to respond toGod’s call.

The mission continues.

Inspired by the Gospel

of Jesus Christ and the example

of St. Francis of Assisi, the mission of

St. Lawrence Seminary High School provides for a residential college preparatory education in a living Catholic community nurturing mature, well-rounded men of faith, who prepare for a life of ministry as priest, religious and lay leaders in the Church andthe world.

WHY ST. LAWRENCE CONTINUES TO SERVEBY FR. KEITH CLARK, OFM CAP

Is St. Lawrence just a left-over from an era that’s dead? “No,” said Keith Clark in

response to a reporter’s query. “St. Lawrence was there before the era of the minor seminary began; it was part of that era while it lasted, and it continues on now that the era is past. It has always adapted the dreams of its founders to the needs of its students. Adaptation is the key to St. Lawrence’s continued existence.”

There have been many changes since the 1950’s and 1960’s and almost all those changes have come because the students have changed. But the basic program of spiritual formation and preparation for ministry at all levels remains the same.

The lesson Fr. Keith learned from St. Lawrence’s history is that adapting the dreams of the founders and of their successors

Communicate

Congratulate

St. Lawrence Seminary Alma Mater

Raised atop a lofty hillside,Arched against the blue.

Stands our noble Alma Mater,Glorious to view.

LOVE HER SPIRIT, HOLD IT EVER,LET OUR LIVES PROFESS,

WE ARE LOYAL SONS OF CALV’RY,HILL OF HAPPINESS.

Though sweet memories are shadowed,Of our joyous past.

Beams shall linger of her portals,Cherished to the last.

LOVE HER SPIRIT …

Midst her walls still echo footsteps,Guided to their aim.

All who tread her halls so stately,Ever love her name.

LOVE HER SPIRIT …

A ministry of the Capuchin Franciscan Province of St. Joseph,St. Lawrence Seminary High School is the oldest and largest residential,

all boys Catholic minor seminary in the United States.

St. Lawrence Seminary High School Alumni Association301 Church Street • Mt. Calvary, WI 53057 • 920-753-7522

stlawrence.edu/alumni&friends or visit us on Facebook

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