September
2017


CLASSES START THIS COMING WEEK -  

Sunday, September 17th
Pre-K & Kindergarten 
during 10:00 a.m. Mass
Monday, September 18th
Grades 1-8 
6:30 - 7:45 p.m.
Tuesday, September 19th
Grades 1-8 
4:15 - 5:30 p.m. 
 
Letters with your child's classroom assignment were mailed today. Look for your letter at the end of the week.
Mandatory Meeting for All Parents - Second week of class 
 
Monday, October 2nd, 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. in the Church        
Tuesday, October 3rd, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. in the Church 
 
Be sure to drop your children off before heading over to the church.

We will begin the gathering with prayer for all of our families for the coming year.  There will be an important message from our clergy as well as updates from the R. E. staff.  For parents with children receiving sacraments this year, pertinent dates and other information will be available.

You will have a chance to learn of new opportunities for adult formation and some special gatherings that are planned for the coming months. Refreshments will be served.
It is important that at least one parent from every family attends. 

First Communion Families
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is made before First Communion.  There will be a meeting for all parents of children preparing for  First Reconciliation during RE class time October 2nd/3rd. Please mark your calendars. 
 
Seventh Grade Save the Date!
The 7th Grade Student/Parent Meeting and Workshop is scheduled for Sunday, November 12th at 4:00 p.m. in the school. All seventh grade students beginning their preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation will celebrate their Mass of Acceptance following the meeting at the 6:00 p.m. Youth and Family Mass in the Church. We know those calendars fill-up quickly!  Additional information will be provided during the month of October. 

Eighth Grade Save the Date!
The St. Paul overnight retreat for all students preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation is scheduled for Saturday, October 28th-overnight-Sunday, October 29th, 2017. Additional details will be provided in early October.

ALL PARENTS - Adult Classes during RE Time  
Instead of dropping your child off for class, why don't you come in and join us for one of our adult classes on either Monday or Tuesday?
 
For a complete list of all adult formation classes held this Fall see the flyer below.   
 
Parents of Children in Grade 7-8
All parents of children in Grades 7 and 8 who have not yet taken "Chosen" should plan to do so.  It is an excellent program, very enjoyable and interactive, and will give you some excellent material for conversations with your children.  
We hold sessions during R. E. class time so give us a call to sign up.  There is a $20.00 book fee.  
 
Following Our God (FOG)  Junior High Ministry 
FOG is a place for young people in 6-8th grade to eat snacks, play games like Dodge-ball and Capture the Flag, and talk about faith. Thursdays from 7-8:30pm in the Religious Ed Library starting Oct. 12th. Please contact Beth Allison with any questions, ballison@stpaulonthelake.org .  
Fees: 1 child- $45, 2 children- $65, 3+ children- $70        
 
SPIRIT  High School Youth Ministry
SPIRIT is a place for young people in 9-12th grade to take the time to think and talk about the big questions of life- faith, God and our purpose. Join us for dinner and a good conversation. Sunday nights from 7-9pm in the Canfield Center starting Sept. 17th. 
Please contact Beth Allison with any questions, ballison@stpaulonthelake.org . 
Fees: 1 teen- $75, 2 teens-$110, 3+ teens- $130 

Service Opportunity for 7th and 8th Graders
Seventh and eighth grade students can earn service hours as a classroom assistant or as a babysitting room assistant on the day that they do not attend Religious Ed. Please contact Tricia Kesteloot at 885-7022 for details.
     
Let Us Know What Is On Your Calendar...
We are always looking for ways to better know and serve the needs of our students and families. From time to time, we are made aware of an event in the school community (e.g. a vocal music concert, awards or banquet night, etc.) after the event has taken place. Even though our calendars are finalized months in advance, it is helpful to know when such events are scheduled. If there is a date you think we should have on our calendar for future reference, please contact our office. 

Also Happening at St. Paul Church and School...









Religious Education Department (313) 885-7022
Judith Jones, Director of Religious Education: jjones@stpaulonthelake.org
Katie Cook, Section Head for Grades 1- 4: kcook@stpaulonthelake.org
Tricia Kesteloot, Section Head for Grades 5 - 8: tkesteloot@stpaulonthelake.org