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Faith & Service
About Our Faith Community
For nearly 70 years, John Carroll Catholic High School has served families in the Diocese of Palm Beach, forming students in faith, service, and community. Rooted in the belief that each person is made in the image of God, we strive to encounter Christ daily, through prayer, service, and joyful relationships.
Our students grow in faith by serving others, discovering their God-given talents, and building a strong sense of purpose and compassion.
Campus Faith Life Includes:
- Christian Service Program (Graduation Requirement)
Serving those in need and caring for our community and environment. - Liturgy & Sacraments
Regular Mass, Adoration, and Confession at St. Anastasia Church and our school chapel. - Liturgical Ministry Opportunities
Roles such as lector, altar server, and Eucharistic minister. - Weekly Gospel Reflections
Led by students, faculty, and staff. - Faith Formation (OCIT/A)
In partnership with St. Anastasia Parish.
Theology Curriculum
- Freshman: Bible History
- Sophomore: Sacraments & Church History
- Junior: Social Justice & Morality
- Senior: World Religions & Vocations
Retreats & Reflection
- Grade-Level Reflection Days (9th–11th)
- Kairos Senior Retreat (Graduation Requirement)
Virtue = Strength Program
- Faith-centered academic and athletic development.
Hallow App Access
- Prayer resources for all students and staff.
At John Carroll, we invite every student, no matter their background, to grow in faith, purpose, and belonging.
You belong here. You are home. You are loved.
Pax et Bonum,
Mr. Joshua Kimmelman
Director of Liturgy and Campus Ministry
John Carroll Catholic High School
Alumnus, C/O 2019
Joshua Kimmelman is in his second year in education and brings a dynamic background in communication and faith-based formation to his role at John Carroll High School. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Rhetoric from the University of Central Florida, with minors in Mass Media and Cinema Studies. He is also certified as an Advanced Catechist through Franciscan University, reflecting his commitment to both academic excellence and spiritual development.
Before entering the classroom, Mr. Kimmelman served as a Development Specialist for the Diocese of Palm Beach. At JCHS, he is actively involved in student life as the faculty sponsor of Key Club, where he enjoys mentoring students and encouraging service leadership.
A proud Fort Pierce native, Mr. Kimmelman is a third-generation alumnus of John Carroll High School and comes from a deeply rooted local family with a long history at the school. He is part of a large extended family, many of whom have attended or still attend JCHS.
Outside of school, Mr. Kimmelman is a big beach enthusiast and a dedicated Star Wars fan. In college, he participated in an improv group and was voted “Most Likely to Come Back and Work at JC”, a prediction that has certainly come true.
Mr. Kimmelman is passionate about community and faith, and he takes pride in giving back to the school that helped shape him.
Rev. Joshua Martin
Chaplain for John Carroll Catholic High School
Parochial Vicar for Saint Anastasia Catholic Church
The Chaplain is available in many capacities, regularly providing but not limited to the following:
- All-School Masses at Saint Anastasia Catholic Church and Chapel Masses on Campus
- Adoration of the Sacrament of the Most Holy Eucharist
- Sacrament of Reconciliation
- Spiritual Direction (per appointment)
- Faith Formation (OCIA and Theology Courses)
- Blessings and Sacramentals
- Extracurricular Involvement
