Cristo Rey Jesuit certainly brought the “Magis” to the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston’s 5^th Annual Steps for Students 5K Run/Walk in support of Catholic education. As one of the smallest groups in a sea of 5,000 people, Cristo Rey Jesuit students and staff made waves by making their presence known.

Unfortunately, the most enthusiastic and attention-raising person in the Cristo Rey Jesuit community, Fr. TJ Martinez, SJ, President, was unable to attend the great event. But to everyone on the Cristo Rey Jesuit Steps for Student team, it was as if he was there—thirtyfold.

Thirty paper cut-outs of Fr. Martinez’s head were placed on sticks for each runner to carry with them during the race. The attention from the crowd could not have been greater if the “energizer bunny” was there in person. Members of the Cristo Rey Jesuit team were constantly approached with questions about the new school… and inquiries as to what the deal was with the “priest on a stick!”

Approximately 50 schools participated in the Steps for Students 5K. Cristo Rey Jesuit came in 8^th place for fundraising efforts with a total of $5,855 dollars raised for the school. In addition, staff and students were honored and excited to make the debut of the first official Cristo Rey Jesuit t-shirts.

“It is just so incredible how one of the smallest groups there became the most memorable,” said Fr. Martinez. “I wish I could have been there!”

Check out the great pictures of this event, including the picture of the Cardinal with the many faces of Fr. Martinez!