THE WEEKLY WITNESS
27 May 2016 | ST. MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL | San Antonio, TX
MISSION ADVANCED
NUESTRA MISION: EMPODERAR A LOS ALUMNOS Y A NUESTRA COMUNIDAD A SER TESTIGOS DEL EVANGELIO Y CRECER EN LA EXCELENCIA A TRAVÉS DE LA FÉ, LAS ACADÉMICAS Y EL SERVICIO.
OUR MISSION: EMPOWER STUDENTS AND OUR COMMUNITY TO WITNESS THE GOSPEL AND GROW IN EXCELLENCE THROUGH FAITH, ACADEMICS AND SERVICE.
MAVERICK VALUES
RELIGION COMMISSIONER ARACELI R. ON ZEAL
Good Morning, today as the school year comes to an end and as our final mass together with each other comes to a close, I want to talk to about Zeal. Zeal means to have great energy or great devotion, a passion for someone or something.
The best example of zeal we all know is Jesus. A key characteristic in Jesus Christ’s life was his burning zeal for the Kingdom of God and his Father. His zeal completes his servant-like righteousness and humbleness that is found throughout his life.
One striking example takes place the week before Passover when the Lord Jesus makes his triumphant entry into Jerusalem. The season of Passover held special importance for the Jews. It was believed that the Messiah would come at Passover time to announce the establishment of His kingdom. Jesus prepared His apostles with zeal at this time. Jesus spoke the Word and began to gain followers because of his zealousness. This would not have been possible without His great devotion or passion to his Father’s Kingdom. Jesus was striving to be a great example to his apostles , and also wanted to share his powerful zeal with all others.
Zeal is one of the greatest values in our lives and is often times overlooked. As the last days of the school year continue I challenge all of you to continue to show Zeal. Simply, have great passion and share that with others around you with the hope of spreading it like wildfire.
Thank you for your time today and for having me as your Commissioner of Religion this school year. I am proud to see how we have all grown spiritually as a school community throughout this year. Please continue this growth through the summer months and have a blessed rest of your day.
Thanks To Araceli For Her Service As Religion Commissioner in 2015-16!
OUR CHURCH
Church Over Mickey: Some Great Role Models For Our Kids
MEMORIAL DAY
FAMILY & PARENTING + Growth Mindset
MAY: MONTH OF MARY
ST. MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL
Email: william.daily@stmmsa.org
Website: www.stmmsa.org
Location: 1700 Clower Street, San Antonio, TX, United States
Phone: 210.735.1381
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Tuesday, May 31: 5th/6th Field Trip
Tuesday, May 31: Full School Day (for 1st-8th)
Wednesday, June 1: Mass and Full School Day (for 1st-8th)
Wednesday, June 1: Field Afternoon (for 1st-7th) (spirit top with basketball shorts to the knee) * Moved from Previously Scheduled Tuesday May 31
Wednesday, June 1: Awards for Honor Roll, Perfect Attendance, SuccessMaker and Accelerated Reader
Thursday, June 2: Last Day of School, Noon Dismissal, No After School Care
Friday, June 3: Report Cards Mailed Out
EARLY REGISTRATION FREE TUITION DRAWING
BOX TOPS!
YEARBOOK
These Are Now Available For Order
A SUMMER PATIO PARTY: SAVE THE DATE FOR 7/17/2017
SUNDAY, 7/17/16, 4:00 P.M. TO 8:00 P.M., AT VIOLAS VENTANAS
- Kids 6 and under eat FREE!
- Large Outdoor Play Area
- Live Music
- Free and Easy Parking