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Forming Apostles, Ready for Mission.
In Rolling Prairie, Indiana, young men are given the space, formation, and fraternity to listen closely to God's call—and to answer it generously.
A place to grow in faith, freedom, and mission.
Sacred Heart Apostolic School is an apostolic school directed by the Legionaries of Christ—a high-school seminary where young men can freely consider God’s call, including a vocation to the priesthood in a missionary order or congregation.
At the heart of daily life are Christ-centeredness, love for the Blessed Virgin Mary, and firm adhesion to the Church and the Pope. Rigorous academics, personal mentorship, prayer, and brotherhood meet here in one shared purpose: forming apostles ready to serve wherever Christ calls them.
WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE SHAS
A school experience built around the whole young man.
Families come to Sacred Heart for more than a strong education. They find a faithful partner in the work of forming sons for freedom, friendship, and mission.
OUR TEAM
The people behind Sacred Heart's mission
Meet the priests, educators, and staff whose daily accompaniment helps young men grow in wisdom, virtue, friendship, and faith.
Born and raised in Michigan, Fr. Ronald entered the Legion in 2001. As Rector, he enjoys every aspect of helping young men become ready for mission and invites families to encounter the distinctive vision of Sacred Heart Apostolic School.
Born in El Salvador, Fr. Hans joined the Legion of Christ in 2014. After formation in Italy and service at Sacred Heart in admissions and as Dean of Apostolics, he now guides Precandidates as they discern God’s call.
A San Francisco native of Irish heritage, Fr. Darren entered the Legion in Ireland in 2011. Ordained a priest in Rome in 2024, he now focuses on the daily integral formation of Apostolics, helping them answer God’s call to holiness.
Raised in Nova Scotia in a family of nine siblings, Fr. Thomas accompanies boys in their integral formation, fostering healthy discipline, freedom, virtue, and a deeper friendship with Christ.
Fr. Silva studied Classical Humanities, philosophy, and theology. Ordained in 2013, he previously taught at the College of Humanities and Novitiate in Connecticut and now serves as Director of Admissions and spiritual director at SHAS.
Fr. Doyle is from southern California and joined the Legionaries of Christ in 1991. He holds degrees in philosophy and theology from Rome and a master’s degree in Psychological Sciences from Divine Mercy University. Ordained in 2003, he has served as Dean of Studies at an Apostolic School while teaching.
Raised in Maryland in a faith-filled Catholic family, Fr. Robert entered the Legion in 1992. He helps lead camps, promote vocations, and visit families-especially in the Midwest-to invite young men to transform culture for Christ.
A Regnum Christi member for 28 years, Kathleen has developed programs for families, schools, and parishes. She brings her experience and love for families to SHAS, where she sees the school form missionary hearts with courage and conviction.
Raised in Fort Worth, Texas, Cailee first encountered Regnum Christi as a student at The Highlands School. With degrees in Art History and French from the University of North Texas, she serves the staff who form young men into Christian leaders.
A native Hoosier, Mr. Hobbs co-founded what is now Everest Academy and later helped found SHAS. He holds a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Lewis University and teaches Classical languages and English.
Dr. Micah Ross studied Mathematics and Classics at Brown University, Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations at the University of Toronto and completed a doctorate in the History of Mathematics at Brown University. Dr. Ross began teaching as a substitute teacher in Indiana and as a tutor. He has a wife and a daughter.
Dr. Capehart is a 1995 graduate from the University of Dallas, and a former Legionaries of Christ seminarian. As a layman, Jim taught at another apostolic school he helped found as a Legionary brother. Jim and his wife Cecilia have been married since 2006 and they have four children.
Mr. James Hornor teaches Band and Chorus.
Sean Heckaman lives in South Bend, Indiana where he was born and raised. At the age of 17, he converted to Catholicism, and met his future wife while on a Mission trip to Mexico. They were married in 2003 and have 10 wonderful children. Sean has had a career working in his family’s business: Curtis Products, Inc. He joined SHAS as our Business Manager.
Come see what a life of mission can look like.
A visit to Sacred Heart is the best way to experience the prayer, purpose, and brotherhood that shape each day.
Experience Sacred Heart in person.
Walk the campus, meet the men who teach and mentor our students, and join us for a conversation about your sons next chapter.
Our admissions team is ready to help your family discern whether Sacred Heart is the right next step.