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![LA Times: Looking back at perhaps the greatest All-CIF basketball team in history]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1672008056/verbumdeius/o9wgjrook6c9639vd6id/VerbumDeiCIFchampionshipteam.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1672008056/verbumdeius/o9wgjrook6c9639vd6id/VerbumDeiCIFchampionshipteam.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1672008056/verbumdeius/o9wgjrook6c9639vd6id/VerbumDeiCIFchampionshipteam.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1672008056/verbumdeius/o9wgjrook6c9639vd6id/VerbumDeiCIFchampionshipteam.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1672008056/verbumdeius/o9wgjrook6c9639vd6id/VerbumDeiCIFchampionshipteam.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1672008056/verbumdeius/o9wgjrook6c9639vd6id/VerbumDeiCIFchampionshipteam.jpg","width":2200}])
David Greenwood and Roy Hamilton—two all-time greats. A proud tradition from a small school in Watts that continues to punch above its weight.
![Second Annual Faculty, Staff, Alum, and Student Softball Game]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737594851/verbumdeius/ej4qcghplsch3qlabqzu/Softball25-12.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737594851/verbumdeius/ej4qcghplsch3qlabqzu/Softball25-12.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737594851/verbumdeius/ej4qcghplsch3qlabqzu/Softball25-12.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1737594851/verbumdeius/ej4qcghplsch3qlabqzu/Softball25-12.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1737594851/verbumdeius/ej4qcghplsch3qlabqzu/Softball25-12.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1737594851/verbumdeius/ej4qcghplsch3qlabqzu/Softball25-12.jpg","width":2200}])
![LA Times: Verbum Dei turns to alumnus Gary Parks to re-start football program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737163917/verbumdeius/enanwvfnatr1iqxqzvso/GP_LATimes.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737163917/verbumdeius/enanwvfnatr1iqxqzvso/GP_LATimes.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737163917/verbumdeius/enanwvfnatr1iqxqzvso/GP_LATimes.webp","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737163917/verbumdeius/enanwvfnatr1iqxqzvso/GP_LATimes.webp","width":1200}])
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![Gary Parks ’91 Returns to Lead Verbum Dei Football. Welcome Home!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1734573125/verbumdeius/kakbam1okciftcrrag5y/GP_Football_91.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1734573125/verbumdeius/kakbam1okciftcrrag5y/GP_Football_91.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1734573125/verbumdeius/kakbam1okciftcrrag5y/GP_Football_91.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1734573125/verbumdeius/kakbam1okciftcrrag5y/GP_Football_91.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1734573125/verbumdeius/kakbam1okciftcrrag5y/GP_Football_91.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1734573125/verbumdeius/kakbam1okciftcrrag5y/GP_Football_91.jpg","width":1980}])
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Verbum Dei Jesuit High School proudly announces the return of Gary Parks ’91 as its new Head Football Coach. A Verbum Dei alumnus and seasoned leader, Parks brings decades of experience as a championship-winning coach, mentor, and community advocate. His vision combines athletic excellence, academic achievement, and character development, setting the stage for a new era in Verbum Dei football.
![LA Times: Verbum Dei tries to rise again after suspending football program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728313741/verbumdeius/g9jinp9c3eaubtzn9ono/IMG_2555.heic","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728313741/verbumdeius/g9jinp9c3eaubtzn9ono/IMG_2555.heic","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1728313741/verbumdeius/g9jinp9c3eaubtzn9ono/IMG_2555.heic","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1728313741/verbumdeius/g9jinp9c3eaubtzn9ono/IMG_2555.heic","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1728313741/verbumdeius/g9jinp9c3eaubtzn9ono/IMG_2555.heic","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1728313741/verbumdeius/g9jinp9c3eaubtzn9ono/IMG_2555.heic","width":2200}])
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LA Times: Verbum Dei tries to rise again after suspending football program (opens in new window/tab)
![Verbum Dei Jesuit High School Announces the Rebuilding of Athletics and the Launch of the Coach Lalo Athletics Fund]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727652197/verbumdeius/l9sjyfk4nxtglitkse0g/Lalo.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727652197/verbumdeius/l9sjyfk4nxtglitkse0g/Lalo.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727652197/verbumdeius/l9sjyfk4nxtglitkse0g/Lalo.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727652197/verbumdeius/l9sjyfk4nxtglitkse0g/Lalo.png","width":846}])
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We’re excited to announce the launch of the Coach Lalo Athletics Fund, a new initiative to rebuild and strengthen Verbum Dei Jesuit High School's athletic programs. Named in honor of Coach Lalo Mendoza, who inspired countless student-athletes during his 23 years with us, this fund will provide essential support for training, coaching, equipment, and more.
![Thank you for journeying with John]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1678722291/verbumdeius/rsu7ihfyu8t5uu4dgurt/Image.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1678722291/verbumdeius/rsu7ihfyu8t5uu4dgurt/Image.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1678722291/verbumdeius/rsu7ihfyu8t5uu4dgurt/Image.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1678722291/verbumdeius/rsu7ihfyu8t5uu4dgurt/Image.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1678722291/verbumdeius/rsu7ihfyu8t5uu4dgurt/Image.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1678722291/verbumdeius/rsu7ihfyu8t5uu4dgurt/Image.jpg","width":2200}])
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Thank you to everyone who journeyed with John.
![Hats off in church]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1678493538/verbumdeius/gjmvu9hli6voioxedyx3/Epilogue-5.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1678493538/verbumdeius/gjmvu9hli6voioxedyx3/Epilogue-5.jpg","width":480}])
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John's journey to the Holy Land concludes with an update from Los Angeles. Thank you for joining him on the journey!
![Crusader church at Benedictine Monastery of Abu Gosh]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1678492888/verbumdeius/lxelfdoufiolmkcencxv/Day10-5.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1678492888/verbumdeius/lxelfdoufiolmkcencxv/Day10-5.jpg","width":480}])
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While the formal pilgrimage has come to an end, John does take heart in Fr. George Williams’ words from Day 8: “This pilgrimage will play out in your lives for days, months, years.” He writes: may this be so for me, for you, and for each of my fellow pilgrims.
![Vis Dolorosa, Stations of the Cross]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1678465055/verbumdeius/s2rq0lgcehaumwsxyffg/Day9-4.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1678465055/verbumdeius/s2rq0lgcehaumwsxyffg/Day9-4.jpg","width":480}])
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Walk with me; Be here with me; Watch and pray; Watch and pray …
Refrain sung on the Via Dolorosa, Stations of the Cross