"Wait for the LORD; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the LORD!"~Psalm 27:14
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REMINDERS!
  1. Spring Break is March 22-26. There will be no PREP classes during that week.
  2. 2nd Grade Retreat - April 10, in person at Holy Apostles. Virtual PREP class will join St. Ignatius classes 9:00-11:30am. Monday/Tuesday PREP classes will be 12:30-3pm. Registration Forms will go home 29/30 March.
  3. First Communion Faith Mentors - we are still missing a few! If you have not sent it to us please do so asap!
  4. First Communion Parents - remember that we have a few dresses and boys' formal attire that you can use. Let us know if you would like to have a look at the items we have.
  5. Next PreK-K classes are April 11. No class April 4 due to Easter Celebration.


Dear Parents,

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Spring Break! Remember, the week after Spring Break is Holy Week - please check the church bulletin, website, or Facebook page for the Holy Week and Easter Schedule.

First Communion Families - it's getting to that busy time for all of us! If you have not sent us the name of your child's faith mentor, please do so asap. We would be sad to have a child's faith mentor's name left off the program. Call us if you have questions.

First Communion Retreat is coming up very soon! We have worked hard to put together a meaningful and memorable retreat that still implements safe distancing and other protocols. We will still require masks for everyone attending and facilitating the retreat.

See below for updated photos of our St. Francis bulletin board. Every flower, butterfly, leaf, dog, cat, and bird represents something one of our children has sacrificed for Lent, or made a special effort to do, or someone they forgave. Some of our favorites: "helped Mom in the kitchen"; "be nice to my brother", "collected change"; "brought food for the hungry"; "no shugar" (spelling original); and our favorite over all: "Don't Sass Mom"! We encourage you to stop by the hallway to take a look for yourselves (please just remain mindful of social distancing).You can also view the Stations of the Cross as depicted by our 3rd Graders during their Lenten retreat. We are so impressed with the creativity of our children!

After Spring Break we will return to having arrival and dismissal in the courtyard. Please remember to make sure your child's catechist or helper is there before leaving your child, and please make sure the catechist knows when you pick up your child so they can check them off their roster. If it is raining, we will go back to the gym for arrival and dismissal.

Remember that Parish Stations of the Cross are held on Fridays - check the bulletin for details. Also, the Knights of Columbus are offering their Fish Fry TO GO this year! You won't have to miss out on this Lenten Friday staple because of Covid-19 - you can order your dinner to go! (again, see the bulletin for details). Click HERE to view the bulletin on the Holy Apostles website. (**Important!! Orders must be placed NLT noon on THURSDAY for KofC Fish Fry orders**)


There will be no newsletter next week - we're on Spring Break, too! (though we will be in the office on a very limited basis - email is best if you need us!)


May God bless you and your families!

Jen and Sandra
In order to keep EVERYONE in our parish as safe as possible, Father Len has encouraged us all to continue to wear masks, in accordance with CDC recommendations. From the CDC website :

  • Wear masks with two or more layers to stop the spread of COVID-19
  • Wear the mask over your nose and mouth and secure it under your chin
  • Masks should be worn by people two years and older
  • Masks should NOT be worn by children younger than two, people who have trouble breathing, or people who cannot remove the mask without assistance
  • Do NOT wear masks intended for healthcare workers, for example, N95 respirators
  • CDC does not recommend the use of face shields alone. Evaluation of face shields is ongoing but effectiveness is unknown at this time.
  • Evaluation of mask and gaiter materials and structure is ongoing.

Click HERE for more info from the CDC about face coverings.
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More Resources for families:

Catholic Family Faith click here for some great resources for Catholic families. Lots of different options specifically geared toward families at home.

DIY Film Fest! Be sure to review the movies, if you're not already familiar with them, before sharing them with your children to make sure it's age appropriate, but there are lots of great options listed here! Click MOVIES to read the article and see the list!

Pray the Rosary together as a family. Whenever you feel like you need to bring a little peace upon your household, bring the children together and pray the Rosary!

Go to Formed.org - the Holy Apostles code is: 62W3D4 Lots of resources there!



IMPORTANT!! Please check the Holy Apostles Facebook Page regularly for updates - that will be our initial method for promulgating information!

"They that hope in the Lord will renew their strength, they will soar as with eagles' wings; they will run and not grow weary, walk and not grow faint.." ~Isaiah 40:31

Please contact us at any time if you have questions!

Blessings,

Jen and Sandra
208-888-1182 x3017 or 3022