St. Luke Weekly SMORE
November 28, 2021
Leadership Message
This week we are excited to start our Advent journey. The liturgical year begins with Advent, the four weeks prior to Christmas. It is a season of preparation, waiting, and anticipation. Advent means "Coming" in Latin. It is a period of 4 Sundays in which we prepare for the arrival of Jesus. During our daily Advent celebrations we will begin by lighting the first purple candle symbolizing "Hope" with the "Prophet's Candle" reminding us that Jesus is coming. We will take this time to prepare our hearts for the coming of Jesus and learn how we can shine our light on others. We pray that this Advent may be a time marked by simplicity, calmness and quietness as we wait in hope and wonder for Jesus.
Lord Jesus, Master of both the light and the darkness,
send your Holy Spirit upon our preparations for Christmas.
We who have so much to do seek quiet spaces to hear your voice each day.
We who are anxious over many things look forward to your coming among us.
We who are blessed in so many ways long for the complete joy of your kingdom.
We whose hearts are heavy seek the joy of your presence.
We are your people,
walking in darkness,
yet seeking the light.
To you we say, “Come Lord Jesus!”
Advent Prayer by Henri Nouwen
Have a fantastic first week of Advent,
Cathy Hinger
Our Leadership Team will be collecting Lonnies for the Lurana Shelter during the Advent Session. Lurana Shelter is a part of Catholic Social Services who is working hard to end violence against women and their children by helping to break the cycle of abuse, while uplifting victims as they rebuild their lives, free from fear and violence. Lurana Shelter is a first-stage, emergency shelter providing safe, secure refuge and emergency services such as food, clothing, transportation and child support as well as specialized services related to counselling and advocacy. For every &100.00 raised our school can purchase a Basket of Blessing for Lurana Shelter.
SCHOOL COUNCIL/PARENT ASSOCIATION
As a parent in our school community, you are also a member of the Parent Council. The Parent Council is a wonderful opportunity to collaborate with other parents, share your ideas, and support initiative that benefits our students. Our next meeting will be in the New Year!
FACEBOOK -Join Us!
If you haven’t already, please join our School Council and Parent Association Facebook page! We are excited to offer this official space to share news and updates about events, fundraising, and more! Link to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/399511261038435
HOT LUNCH IS NOW AVAILABLE!
The St. Luke's Parent Association is happy to announce the Hot Lunch Program is now open for orders! The program will run each Thursday, with a different lunch option available every week. All selections for the first session (9 weeks) must be submitted and paid for by December 3rd, 9:00pm using the Munch a Lunch program found here: https://munchalunch.com/schools/stluke
Details on how to create an account are included below.
If you have any questions or dietary restrictions requiring special attention, please contact Shelby Mistecki at shelbymistecki@gmail.com.
We hope the students enjoy this delicious program that helps support our school!
Upcoming Dates
November 29
- Advent Week 1: 8:45am Virtual Link
- Grade 3/4 Building Bridges
November 30
- Advent Week 1: 8:45am
December 1
Advent Week 1: 8:45am
Early Out Spirit Day: Wear your favorite Christmas Sweater and/or Christmas Hat!
12 Days of Giving Begins!
Clay for Kids (Grades 3 and 3/4)
December 2
- Advent Week 1: 8:45am
December 3
- Advent Week 1: 8:45am
PreK/K Day
NEW OPTIONS cycle starts for Grades 5-8
OLPH (Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish)
Masses at OLPH will be livestreamed. Please join using this link. https://www.facebook.com/olphsherwoodpark/videos/
Visit OLPH Website for more information about the parish and in regards to sacremental preparation.
Read the lastest bullitin from OLPH or visit www.facebook.com/olphsherwoodpark
St. Francis of Assisi Parish is administered by Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Sherwood Park. Please contact the parish for confession times and more information.
Clergy: Reverend Jim Corrigan, Pastor
Mass Time: Sunday 11:00
Email Address: StFrancisAssisi.Tofield(at)caedm.ca
5523 - 50 Street Tofield, AB T0B 4J0
See map: Google Maps
Phone: 780-467-5470St. Luke Catholic School
Principal
Email: Stl@eics.ab.ca
Website: stl.eics.ab.ca
Location: 22139 South Cooking Lake Road, Sherwood Park, AB, Canada
Phone: 780-922-5920
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlukeeics
Twitter: @stlcs_EICS