Dear Parents of Saint Joseph Elementary School,
This Sunday is the third week of Advent, Gauadete Sunday. It is a the advent week of joy as we delight in the coming birth of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
At my Diocese principal’s meeting this week, we prayed the Advent Peace Prayer. It really moved me as these times are so confusing and sometimes trying.
Advent Peace Prayer
Emmanuel,
Humanity waits in darkness longing for your light.
In the center of darkness, rekindle our hope.
As we wait for peace in the midst of war, be with us.
As we pray for families to be reunited, be with us.
As we pray for enemies to be reconciled, be with us.
As we pray for lands to be restored, be with us.
As we pray for long-term security, be with us.
As we pray for kindness and community, be with us.
Restore and set right our relationships.
Replace the darkness in our hearts with your light and joy.
Let your word set alight the hope the world needs
to bring to life your love and justice.
A couple of calendar and “housekeeping” reminders as we close out this 2018 year.
- Thursday, December 20 is our Christmas program. There are two viewings: 1:00pm and 7:00pm in the Basilica.
- Friday, December 21 is our class Christmas parties. Please remember that parties are for the students. Per diocesan policy, “School volunteers must be cleared and comply with the Safe Environment for Children Requirements.” Fingerprints must have cleared with the diocese and a Virtus completion certificate must be one file at the school.
- Diocesan Visitors Policy: “ Volunteers may not bring other children with them when they help at school or on a field trip.” We love our “future little Royals.”However, the Diocese has mandated that siblings not come when parents are volunteering. i.e. class parties, classroom help, hot lunches etc… They are not insured on our property and it creates a liability. Thank you for understanding.
I look forward to one more week of fantastic learning and love in this 2018 year.
God’s blessing on Each of Us,
Dr. Marquita Yriarte
Principal
