Fr. Nathan Wendt, SJ is the President of the new Xavier Jesuit Academy in the Bond Hill neighborhood of Cincinnati. Born in Cleveland and growing up in a devoutly Catholic Polish American family, Fr. Wendt had considered the priesthood at various times in his life. He entered the Jesuits in 2003 and was ordained a priest is 2014. Holding numerous degrees, Fr. Wendt has served and worked in academic, spiritual, and community engagement programs. He has a passion for spiritual direction, ministry to urban youth, and serving as a team member for the Ignatian Spirituality Project retreat ministry for men in recovery. Fr. Wendt serves on the board of directors for St. Xavier High School, Cincinnati.