The mission of Corpus Christi Catholic School is to nurture every child by providing the opportunities to grow in faith, achieve academic success, and serve others as disciples of Jesus |
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Dear Parents,
Since 1974, National Catholic Schools Week has been the annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States. It starts the last Sunday in January and runs all week. This year we will celebrate Catholic Schools Week from January 30-February 4. Now entering its 48th anniversary year, this year’s theme is Catholic Schools: Faith. Excellence. Service. We are planning to kick off our celebration this coming Sunday at 11 a.m. Parish Mass. We want to celebrate the partnership we have with our parish and let parish members know we are thankful for their support. We also want to recognize the role you have as parents in being the primary religious educators of your children. We encourage our families to join us! If you are attending the 11:00 Mass this Sunday, please have your child wear their school uniform.
Also happening on Sunday is our open house for prospective families. The program begins at 2 p.m. in the community center. If you know of someone interested in our school, please invite them to attend the open house. We want others to know what a wonderful school we have!
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Our Bible Verse for January is Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Our prayer focus is the “Anima Christi”
Soul of Christ, make me holy. Body of Christ, save me.
Blood of Christ, fill me with love. Water from Christ’s side, wash me.
Passion of Christ, strengthen me. Good Jesus, hear me.
Within your wounds, hide me. Never let me be parted from you.
From the evil enemy, protect me.
At the hour of my death, call me, and tell me to come to you that with your saints
I may praise you through all eternity.
Amen
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Each week, we are focusing on a particular virtue as a school. Students have been learning the definition as well as what living the virtue looks and sounds like in our actions and words.
The Cardinal Virtue we are focusing on is Prudence, and the related virtue we will focus on the next week is:
Foresight (Week of January 24)
Meaning: Consideration of the consequences of one’s actions, thinking ahead.
Ways to Cultivate
- Ages 6 and up: Think about the options….”What would happen if?
- Ages 10 and up: Learn how to gather information to make a decision, plan ahead for tests and projects.
- Ages 12 and up: Pray, think, act, and learn how to gather information to make a decision, plan out long-term and short-term goals.
Prayer: Dear Jesus, when I come upon situations that require serious thought, please send your Holy Spirit to guide me, that I may always do your holy will. Guide me with your counsel, and give me the courage to act rightly when it is difficult.
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Last week information was shared with you in an email concerning updated COVID guidelines within our Archdiocese. In order to keep our school community healthy, please allow your child to stay home if they are not feeling well. |
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2nd Quarter Award Ceremony |
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Due to our weather day, our awards ceremony has been rescheduled. We will recognize students receiving academic honors in grades 4-8, as well as those receiving Christian Attitude honors following Mass on February 11. Parents are welcome to attend, but students should remain seated with their class. |
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Archbishop Rodi Visiting Jan. 25 |
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Archbishop Rodi will be visiting our school tomorrow, January 25. He will celebrate Mass for us at 8:15. After mass, he will visit our students in their classrooms. We will also welcome our superintendent, Ms. Gwen Byrd, to campus tomorrow. She will join Archbishop Rodi in visiting the classrooms. |
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Beginning January 30th through February 4th, we will be celebrating National Catholic Schools Week.
Sunday, January 30:
- Students are encouraged to attend the 11:00 Mass with their families and wear their school uniforms.
- Open House for prospective families begins at 2:00.
Monday, January 31:
- Seminarian and CCS alumnus Andrew Wentworth will begin our week with a virtual pep talk about Catholic Schools.
- Food collection begins for Light of the Village. See the attached list for requested food items.
- Judge Edmond Naman will be a guest speaker for our 6-8 grade students. (9:30)
- Sister JoAnn Cozzi will be reading books to our PK3-2nd grade students (9:15-11:00)
Tuesday, February 1:
- Ms. Lauren Alley will be a guest speaker for 6-8 grade students in the gym, (9:15)
- Father Dan Good will present an explanatory Mass for 2-4 grade students (8:15)
- Carpool Prayer Hangers will be given out during carpool.
Wednesday, February 2:
- Out of Uniform Day
- Students will make pinwheels for peace
Thursday, February 3:
- Students will participate in prayer partner activities.
- Food Pantry Thursday, OOU with spirit shirts
Friday, February 4:
- Alumni Mass (8:15)
- Class picnic on the field for students during regular lunch waves, weather permitting.
- Kona Ice Day
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We will support the Blessings in a Backpack Ministry next Thursday, February 3 with our monthly Food Pantry Day. Students who bring an item for the food pantry may come out of uniform with their spirit shirts.
The following items are requested:
PreK-2nd grades: canned meat, canned tuna
3rd-5th grades: canned soup
6th-8th grades: canned vegetables
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Open House for New Families |
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We are hosting an open house for prospective families on Sunday, January 30th at 2:00 p.m. If you know of someone interested in our wonderful school, please share the date of the event with them. |
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Yearbooks are on sale now! Purchase one today before the price increases on January 29th. |
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CYO Soccer - registration |
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Registration for CYO Spring Soccer is open to students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. The deadline to register is February 11. Please make sure to register today and don't miss out on the fun! Parents are needed as coaches to make sure there are enough teams for every grade. There are plans for a D2 girls division for students in the 1st and 2nd grade and a co-ed Senior division for students in 7th & 8th grade. If you have any questions, please contact Lloyd Meyers at ad@ccsboosterclub.com. |
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Fish Fry Fridays - mark your calendar |
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Our first Fish Fry Friday of the Lenten Season will be held on Friday, March 11! Volunteers are needed Thursdays and Fridays beginning on March 10; Thursdays from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm & Fridays from 1:00 pm through the evening. For more information or to volunteer, please call Laura Rahmel, 504-259-8350, or email lrahmel@gmail.com. |
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Greer’s Apples for Students |
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Our school is collecting Greer's receipts as part of the Apples for Students Program. If you or any of your family members shop at Greer’s, please send in your receipts. The last year that we participated we were able to earn two new printers for our teachers to use. |
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Kentucky Derby Fundraiser |
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Our Kentucky Derby event is our largest fundraiser for the school and it is successful because of the support from our sponsors! Opportunities for sponsorships are available now. Click HERE for more information. Brittany Smith is Derby Chair and she can be reached at brittanyosmith0531@gmail.com with any questions. |
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Upcoming Dates to Remember |
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You can view our school calendar for the entire year on our school website (you may need to scroll down to see it): School Calendar
A printable copy of the February calendar can be found HERE.
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January 25
Just 25-A is for Africa
Mass with Archbishop Rodi followed by classroom visits
January 30
CSW kick-off Mass (11:00)
Open House for prospective families (2:00-4:00)
February 3
Food Pantry OOU
February 4
Kona Ice
February 9
Mid Quarter/Interim Reports
February 11
2nd Quarter Award Ceremony following Mass
February 15
Spring Pictures OOU Grades PK-8
February 18
Preschool Mardi Gras Parade
February 25
Just 25 A is for Africa
4th Grade Mardi Gras Parade, Noon Dismissal
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Corpus Christi Parish News |
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PARISH OFFICE
Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., second floor of the Community
Center.
TELEPHONE NUMBERS
Parish Office: 342-1852, Fax 342-6313
School Office: 342-5474, ext. 1
Fax 380-0325
SUNDAY MASSES
Vigil: 5:30 p.m. Saturday
Sunday: 7:00, 9:00 and11:00 am
WEEKDAY MASSES
8:15 am Mass: Monday -Saturday
5:30 pm Mass: Monday - Friday
ADORATION
Every 1st Friday of the month following the 8:15 am Mass until 5 pm. Sign up sheet in the chapel.
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Grades K–12,
Sundays during the school year, 10:05-10:55 a.m. in school buildings.
BAPTISM, MARRIAGE, ANOINTING OF SICK
Please call the parish office (342-1852) for information about scheduling a baptism, marriage, or anointing of the sick.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Confessions are heard 30 minutes before each Mass.
ADULT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (R.C.I.A.)
Please see the published schedule for dates and times, or call the parish office, 342-1852.
TO REGISTER AS A MEMBER OF THE PARISH
Please fill out a Census Form. Census. Forms are available in the church vestibule and parish office.
COMMUNITY CENTER RENTALS
For rental information, please call the parish office at 342-1852 or 342-1420.
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Fr. Pat Arensberg, Pastor
pastor@corpuschristiparish.com
Fr. Alex Crow, Parochial Vicar
frcrow@corpuschristiparish.com
Mrs. Kristy F. Martin, School Principal
kmartin@ccscatholic.com
Mrs. Jennifer S. Pritchett, Parish Catechetical Leader
ccd@corpuschristiparish.com
Mr. Peter J. Stoyka, Youth Ministry Coordinator
pstoyka@ccscatholic.com
Mrs. Beth Yell, Facilities Manager
facilities@corpuschristiparish.com
Mrs. Theresa Jernigan, Parish Secretary
office@corpuschristiparish.com
Mrs. Wendy Tulo, Parish Bookkeeper
bookkeeper@corpuschristiparish.com
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Confirmation - HS Juniors |
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Confirmation Classes started on January 23rd, at 12:30 pm. Any Junior in high school who would like to be confirmed must come to the Confirmation classes. Classes are mandatory preparation for the sacrament of Confirmation. Please contact Fr. Pat or Fr. Crow for more information. The date for Confirmation is February 16, 2022, at 6:00 PM. |
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RCIA classes are held every Sunday, unless otherwise noted, in the Adult Ed Room, 10:05 am - 10:55 am |
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2022 Catholic Charities Appeal |
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Volunteers are needed on Sunday, January 30th at 1:30. Please call or email John Gelineau, 251-895-8301, jmgeline@bellsouth.net |
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Volunteers needed Thursdays and Fridays beginning March 10; Thursdays from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm & Fridays from 1:00 pm through the evening. Please call Laura Rahmel, 504-259-8350, or email lrahmel@gmail.com |
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Divine Mercy Prayer and Rosary
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Join us every Tuesday at 3:00 PM in the Chapel to pray the Divine Mercy and Rosary. |
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Gather Thursdays at 3 p.m. to reflect on the Sunday Gospel and pray together. Meetings will be in the Community Center, 2nd floor Conference Room. All are welcome. Contact Sister Deborah Kennedy, RSM 251-753-4872 |
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Our purpose is to help all men become the spiritual leaders of their families. All
men are welcome to meet for prayer, gospel reflection, and fellowship.
Tuesday Mornings, 7-8 am, 2nd floor Conference Room.
Info: Jay Cox at 401-6070 or Auburn50@hotmail.com.
Wednesday Evenings, 7-8 pm, 2nd floor Conference Room.
Info: David Sheffield, 423-5666 or David.sheffield@uniti.com
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Society of St. Vincent de Paul |
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Join us in service, grow in spirituality, and open your heart in friendship to neighbors in need. The St. Vincent de Paul Society responds to local individuals and families with food, clothing, and emergency financial assistance. Your help will feed children, prevent evictions and so much more. Financial donations can be placed in the brass poor box in the church vestibule, and clothing and food donations can be left at the St. Vincent de Paul Society table. If you are in need of assistance, call 251-366-6443. To find out how to join us, contact Ann Mackie at annmackie10.am@gmail.com. For more info go to www.svdpccc.org or follow St. Vincent de Paul Corpus Christi Conference on Facebook. |
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All women are invited to join us on Thursdays from 9:15-10:45 am in the conference room, 2nd floor of the Community Center. Beginning February 10, we will begin a new video series titled "The Wild Goose". Fr. Dave Pivonka narrates this engaging and beautifully presented study on the gift of the Holy Spirit. Info: Patti Hughes at 251-401-9623 or pm.hughes@comcast.net
If you are considering joining us and are in need of child care please contact Cynthia Wentworth, 251-767-0532 or cynwen@yahoo.com
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Grades 9—12, meetings are on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 in the Parish House. For more information contact Fr. Crow: frcrow@corpuschristiparish.com |
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Funeral Reception Committee |
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Volunteers are needed to donate food, serve, and clean up. For more information, contact Millie Quinones, Chairperson, 808-425-7100 or
Ophelia Gillespie, Co-Chairperson, 251-610-6503.
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All are welcome in the Atrium after each Mass for a cup of coffee and fellowship. If you would like to volunteer to prepare coffee, serve, or clean up, please call Glenna Cannon, 251-666-6552 |
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Presence on the sidewalk 6AM- 6PM every day. 717 Downtowner Loop W in front of the abortion clinic. Visit 40daysforlife.com/mobile to register and sign up for vigil hours.
Support women in our community who are facing unplanned pregnancies. Also, please place baby items in the box in the vestibule.
https://www.40daysforlife.com/resources-faq.aspx
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Meetings on the last Monday of each month, 7:00 pm in the Parish House.
Contact: Chad Pugh 251-232-0648.
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Corpus Christi Women's Club |
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The CCWC is a group of women in our parish that helps our community through fundraisers which include the Angel Tree, an area nursing home, and Penelope House. We also have meetings on occasion at area restaurants to discuss ideas and planning. All ladies in the parish are welcome to attend. Contact info: Lois, 251-209-2163 |
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TUESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY |
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6:30 p.m., Tuesdays in the Adult Ed Room, Community Center. September 21, we will begin a new series titled "A Biblical Walk through the Mass" which is a five-part video series taught by Edward Sri. Dave Burchette, 367-6660 or davebur1955@gmail.com Please join us! |
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Corpus Christi Catholic School | 251.342.5474 | school@CCSCatholic.com |
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