This year we have attempted to introduce all our students in the Parish School of Religion to a deeper understanding of service to others. At Christmas time we made various decorations and cards for the area Nursing Homes. We also collected food, paper, and soap items for the needy. We did Adopt a Family and provided toys and clothing for four families in the Salvation Army and St. Vincent de Paul organizations.

During Lent, our goal is to bring about self-improvement by choosing to make the ordinary every day sacrifices a part of our spirituality and growth in our relationship with the Lord. Seventh graders in Mrs. Thompson’s class will be serving the parish community by helping with the preparation, setup, and cleanup for the Seder Meal.

The Seder Meal will be on Palm Sunday, after the 11:30 a.m. Mass, in McMahon Hall. (Reservations are required and are on a first come, first served basis, so make your reservation early. McMahon Hall will only hold 200 people for this special service.)

— DIANE BRUCE, Director of Religious Education