Our Spiritual Theme
Our Spiritual Theme: We Walk by Faith
August & September Focus: We Walk by Faith... in Wisdom
Spiritual Reflection by Miss Sheila O'Callaghan
By now you are back in the swing of things. Have you noticed all the wonderful things Fr. Mink, the principal, teachers, custodians, and others have done to make St. Ann School beautiful? All these things have been done to make you happy to be here. There are new teachers and new students. Many of our students have new things for the school year too.
There are many people who love you. They have worked hard so that you have a good school year. Do not forget your parents, who made summer a special time and now have done so much to make this a happy school year. All these wonderful people deserve your thanks. Be sure to express your gratitude. Someone else deserves your thanks and that is God.
There are several saints to celebrate this week, who will help us Walk by Faith.
Sunday, September 15, is the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It is also known as Catechetical Sunday.
On Monday, September 16, we remember St. Cornelius, Pope, and St. Cyprian, Bishop, Martyrs. They lived at a time when rulers were killing Christians. Pope Cornelius was a gentle man. He helped people to remain faithful to the church. Bishop Cyprian was a brave African and a famous teacher.
September 19, is the memorial of St. Januarius and his friends. They were put to death for their faith in the year 305. Januarius was bishop of Naples, Italy. In Italian, his name is San Gennaro.
September 21, is the celebration of St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist. He was a tax collector, but left his job to follow Jesus. He was sometimes called Levi. This means he came from a family of priests. It also means he probably studied his religion well when he was young.
According to tradition Matthew wrote the gospel that has his name. The four gospel writers are called evangelists. This word means “someone who tells the good news”.
Please pray for the sick, especially Fr. Mink, Mrs. Miriam Harris and all the sick of our parish. Please continue to pray for Maureen Engelbert. Pray also for our Armed Forces and First Responders.
Nurse Kerr's Health Notices
Nurse Kerr is an expert in fixing boo-boos, keeping track of how many teeth we've lost, and generally making us feel better and stay well! She has some items to bring to our attention so that we can support her efforts to keep our community healthy.
If a child is sick, he/she should stay home. It's a tough day at school for a sick student, and the old adage "sharing is caring" does not apply to germs! Please adhere to these guidelines:
- FEVER-FREE FOR 24 HOURS: Until a child's temperature is under 100.4 degrees for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication, the child should stay home.
- TUMMY-TROUBLE FREE FOR 24 HOURS: If a child is vomiting or having diarrhea, he/she should stay at home until those symptoms are resolved for a 24 hour period.
- ALL MEDICATION ADMINISTERED BY NURSE KERR: The Diocesan policy states that children cannot carry or self-administer any medication during school hours. This includes all over the counter medications. All medications including cough drops must be given to the school nurse.
Thank you for helping us stop the spread of illness to fellow students and staff!
Student Life Notes
Spirit Wear Store: Closes Tomorrow, Monday 9/16!
The St. Ann Spirit Wear store is open for one more day! The store has some new items for soccer and volleyball.
Use the link below to shop. Personalization is available. Items will be delivered to the school and sent home.
Please contact Cristalyn Johnson at cjohnson@stannwilmington.com if you require any assistance.
Car Line Safe Practices
Please help us to ensure student safety and drop-off, pick-up car line efficiency with your attention to a few important reminders:
- Please drive all the way up, toward the car line flag nearest the Shallcross Ave. & Union St. intersection at drop off and pick up times, regardless of where your students' classes congregate. This will help keep the line moving!
- Parents, please do not exit your cars while in the drop off line. The church parking lot is open and accessible should you need more time or need to provide assistance to students loading into/ out of cars.
- Parents and students must cross the street at the corner, using designated crosswalks (not in the middle of Shallcross Ave. car line traffic). Please utilize the services of our crossing guards and obey their instructions.
- Students must exit/ enter cars from the passenger side door.
Thank you!
Diocesan Events to Note:
CYO Joseph A. McNesby, Jr. Golf Outing (Wednesday, September 18) - The 32nd Annual CYO Joseph A. McNesby, Jr. Golf Outing will be held at Deerfield Golf Club in Newark. Proceeds support youth and athletic programs that benefit the young people within our diocese and community. More information on contributing to this event by becoming a sponsor, donor, and/or registering to golf can be found online.
Diocesan Eucharistic Congress (Saturday, October 5) – Register now for a Spiritual Journey! Join Bishop Koenig and our diocesan family on October 5, 2024, at the Ocean City Convention Center for the Eucharistic Congress, "The Eucharist: The Source and Summit." This day-long event will deepen our faith and strengthen our community through worship, reflection, and celebration. Don't miss this powerful opportunity to reconnect with the core of our Catholic identity! Register at https://www.cdow.org/EucharisticCongress/
