New Tradition Launched

On August 19, a new tradition began at Belen Jesuit as we officially welcomed the Class of 2032 into the Belen brotherhood. This special day was designed to help our youngest students understand that their Belen journey is not just about academics, but about growing into the Ignatian men they are called to be.

The 6th grade class participated in The Ignatian Way program, where they learned what it means to live as friends with purpose, character and faith - following the examples of the friendship shared by St. Ignatius, St. Francis Xavier and St. Peter Faber. Our students were encouraged to make Belen a better place, to leave their mark and to grow into men of grit and determination. The day concluded with a special ceremony in the Our Lady of Belen Chapel. Each student received a Brotherhood Pin from Fr. Willie or Mr. Roca, symbolizing their formal entry into the Belen family. Members of the Class of 2026 then pinned the 6th graders, passing on the legacy of faith, service, and brotherhood to the next generation of Wolverines.

“The Brotherhood is such an integral part of the Belen experience that we wanted to highlight it in a meaningful way,” said Patricia A. Bustamante, Assistant Principal for the Middle School. “The Brotherhood Commitment Ceremony, celebrated in the Chapel of Our Lady of Belen, was the perfect occasion to do so. In this sacred space - where seven years from now their journey will culminate with the Alumni Pin Ceremony - we chose to mark their official beginning at Belen. I was moved to see how our Seniors welcomed and pinned our 6th graders with such care and thoughtfulness. It is my hope that our youngest Wolverines will grow as brothers formed in faith, service and character.”

This new tradition marks the beginning of a journey that will span seven years as the Class of 2032 grows together in faith and as men for others. Click here to see the photo album.