Northwoods Catholic considers the apostolic life of the student to be the most evident result of the student's integral formation and relationship with God. Apostolic formation cultivates in the students the capacity to go into society to serve as Christian leaders and apostles, actively responding to the needs of the Church and humanity, creating a civilization of justice and love. Through a vibrant apostolic life, each student discovers Christ, becomes more like Christ and experiences his love more profoundly.

The objective of apostolic formation is to develop in our students the heart of an apostle, a heart sensitive and responsive to the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of others. The apostolic formation program involves the students in concrete works of charity in the community. By serving others, the students are brought into contact with the realities of life, thus awakening in them a sense of responsibility that will continue to be lived out as adults.

Students organize and participate in a range of service projects, with 10 hours of apostolic outreach and service required per year in middle school.