Dear SMA Community,
Everyone is invited this Sunday to a special Mass celebrated by Auxiliary Bishop Michael Pham and Father Chris Bongato at 9 am. Parish and academy families will be participating and our 4th grade will be hosting a bake sale. Students in dress uniform will receive a free dress coupon for attending (valid 2/12/24). We understand our families belong to various parishes, but hope you can join us at SMA this Sunday for Mass. Do not worry, we will be home in plenty of time for the 3:30 pm Super Bowl! Perhaps you could pray for your favorite team?
On that note: tomorrow is your last chance to predict the winning team of the Super Bowl by bringing in a non-perishable food item...like soup! Bins are for the San Francisco 49ers & Kansas City Chiefs are in the breezeway. Our "Souper" bowl food drive benefits the parish food pantry. They are also in need of peanut butter and spam.
Next week, I hope you can join us for 8:30 am Ash Wednesday Mass on 2/14 hosted by our 6th grade. As we approach the season of Lent, we reflect on its significance within our Catholic faith. Lent provides us with a precious opportunity for spiritual growth and renewal. It is a time for self-reflection, prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, guiding us towards a deeper connection with God and a greater appreciation for His blessings in our lives. I encourage each of you, along with your children, to embrace this sacred season with open hearts and minds. Let us use this time to strengthen our relationship with God, support one another in acts of kindness and generosity, and journey together towards the joyous celebration of Easter. May our observance of Lent be a source of grace and transformation for our entire school community.
Save the date: During Lent, it is customary to pray the Stations of the Cross. Save the date for SMA's Lenten Supper on March 1st at 5 pm followed by Stations of the Cross led by students in the church.
Special thanks: Thank you to Sheldon's Service Station cafe & restaurant who donated 20% of sales on the day Lunch on the Lawn was rained out. SMA received a check for $400! We love our community partners!
Blessings,
Jennifer Miller, Principal