Dear Parishioners,
Deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Lucille Ahrens. May she rest in peace. Her funeral will be Monday at 11 at St. Mary's, with visitation an hour prior. Note that there will not be a luncheon per family wishes.
This last week certainly was a busy one for our students and staff at St. Anne's School. I am so glad that we have this week to focus on the unique contributions of Catholic Education. With the Carnival this weekend, I am sure that we will really celebrate with fun and games. Thanks again, Dawn, Penny, Angie L and Shannon, Angie D, Connie, Tara, Vickie, Candy, Deb, Mary, Rene, Jane, and Kathy for your work commitment, and to all the volunteers like the Education Committee members, Patti and the library helpers, the Lunch room volunteers, and so many more. Certainly, it takes a whole parish/Area Faith Community to have a school. One fact that I heard this week that seems counterintuitive: Parishes with schools are LESS likely to run deficits. I am willing to bet that this has something to do with the whole notion of stewardship. As it takes so many people sharing time and talent to make the school work, it might spill over into the treasure portion of stewardships. Thanks, therefore, for all of your stewardship.
Next Wednesday is the beginning of Lent already. In addition to the lenten practices we have had such as Stations and confessions, we are encouraging you to pray for those who are not regularly practicing the faith. A form will be attached to the bulletin next week.
In Christ,
Fr. Todd
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