Madonna Catholic School
Parent Bulletin. April 23 - April 30
Second Sunday of Easter, Cycle A (or Sunday of Divine Mercy)
Gospel Reading John 20:19-31
Thomas believes because he sees Jesus.
Family Connection
Many of us can relate to Thomas’s response to the news that the disciples had seen Jesus. We want to see for ourselves too, but we grow in faith, trusting the experience and knowledge of others.
Many of us have heard the saying “Seeing is believing.” As your family gathers, take some time to consider what that saying means. What are some things we believe because we see them? Is there anything we believe without seeing? Today’s Gospel reminds us that faith sometimes asks us to believe things we cannot see with our eyes. Read today’s Gospel, John 19:19-31, with your family. Think about Thomas’s response to the reports about the risen Lord. Is Thomas’s doubt reasonable? How does Jesus respond to Thomas? Jesus grants Thomas the evidence that Thomas needs to believe, but Jesus also affirms the faith of those who will be called upon to believe without first-hand experience. We are among those whom Jesus calls blessed. Discuss with your family the basis of each member’s faith in Jesus—the witness of the first disciples, the Gospels, the continuing activity of the Holy Spirit, the community of the Church.
Pray together that your faith in Jesus will be strong. Pray an act of faith together.
Madonna Celebrates Earth Week
Madonna Celebrates Earth Week
The students under the direction of Ms Thompson held a litterless lunch, sold Rice Krispie squares to raise funds for the SPCA and we all work blue and green on Friday to celebrate the earth! Well done students!
Volunteer Tea was a 'Mad' success.
We Love Our Volunteers!
April Events
April 28 - No School for Students - PD day for staff
May 25th Author Tyler Enfieldvisits the school
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Location: 15 Main Boulevard, Sherwood Park, AB, Canada
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