9/22/24

Dear School Families,

When reflecting on this week’s Gospel (Mk 9:30-37), I listened to Believe, Teach, Practice, a weekly podcast during which BJ Brown and Father Walter F. Modrys discuss the Sunday readings. In his discussion, Father Walter notes that in today’s Gospel, Jesus is again sharing his upcoming passion with the disciples and that Mark focused on Jesus as the suffering Messiah. 

We all have our crosses to bear and suffering to endure, be it a sick family member, financial difficulties, or a myriad of other issues. Father notes, “The important lesson we learned from Mark's gospel is that suffering does not essentially have to be an experience of abandonment and isolation, that we never suffer alone.The cross we carry is not ours alone, but something we share with the Lord who accompanies us.” (From believe. teach.  practice.: 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time, September 22, Sep 21, 2024) 

May our suffering be lessened this week through our close companionship with Jesus.

I would like to thank Mrs. Amanda Hyatt for her informational presentation on IESP services. Thanks also to Jann Amato, our Regional Superintendent for taking the time to stop by to share her insights.

Parents please be sure that all immunization updates have been sent to the school office. An annual medical exam is also required for all Kindergarten students. A list of the required immunizations can be found on the school website.

Our Meadow Farms fundraiser is underway. A catalog was sent home with students last week. Please let the office know if an additional catalog is needed.

Some of our school families have suggested that the Mother - Son event be held out this year. Please complete this survey (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfFW7PcN58Oz1-WnEw2Uh7_lBoD2YFLwc4_UOugQ-5qi66QyA/viewform) to vote for having the party out or in the school auditorium. 

Our first pretzel day will be on September 30th. Please note that pretzel orders must be submitted by Monday, September 23rd.

Reservations are still available for Nite at the Races which will take place on Saturday, September 28th. Join us for a night of fun and frolic!

There will be a Mother’s Club Meeting on Wednesday, September 25th at 7:00 p.m. in the school auditorium. 

The Mother’s Club dress down for those students who paid the event fee upfront will be on Thursday, September 26th. The event fee may also be brought in on the day of the dress down. Online payment will close on September 25th. No ripped jeans, cropped tops, or slides please.

Sign-up sheets were given to all children in grades 5 - 8 who are interested in becoming altar servers.

Please direct any questions to Father Jacob at [email protected].

Have a blessed week!

Mrs. Olsen

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, 9/25/24 Mother’s Club Meeting 7:00 p.m. School Auditorium

Saturday, 9/28/24 Night at the Races CCC Gym

Wednesday, 10/2/24 PreK Photos; 8th Grade ‘25’ Photo

Friday, 10/4/24 First Friday Mass led by Grade 6

Friday, 10/4/24 TACHS Extended Time Deadline

Monday, 10/7/24 Leader in Me MRA Survey Opens

Monday, 10/7/24 School Rosary Grades 2 - 8

Wednesday, 10/9/24 NJHS Induction 3:30 p.m. Church

Thursday, 10/10/24 Grade 7 Trip ‘A Day in the Life of the Hudson’

Friday, 10/11/24 12:00 Dismissal Faculty Meeting

Monday, 10/14/24 No School Columbus Day

Tuesday, 10/15/24 Catalog Sale Ends

Wednesday, 10/16/24 Confirmation Inscription 8:30 a.m. Church

Friday, 10/18/24 Mothers Club Dress Down

Tuesday, 10/22/24 Teacher Conference-No school for students

Saturday, 10/26/24 Halloween Party CCC 1:00 - 4:00 

Thursday, 10/31/24 Trunk or Treat Grades PreK - 7

Thursday, 10/31/24 8th Grade Halloween Party

From believe. teach.  practice.: 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time, September 22, Sep 21, 2024

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/25th-sunday-in-ordinary-time-september-22/id1578168524?i=1000670247076