Principal’s Message
It is an Alberta Education mandate for all schools across the province to develop, on an annual basis, a School Plan. This plan is also expected to incorporate a three-year period. One of the goals of this annual exercise is to ensure that all schools collaborate with the School Council in working toward a process of continuous improvement. In the Calgary Catholic School District it is also important that the goals of individual schools be closely aligned with district and provincial goals. I have highlighted seven areas, which represent a few of the key aspects of our 2006-2009 Education Plan. To view the complete “Plan” please visit the Our Lady of Peace website at www.cssd.ab.ca. To provide a Safe and Caring environment for students. o We will work closely with parents, staff, community supports and agencies, Calgary Police Service, and District Support personnel to promote a safe and caring school. Children at risk have their needs addressed through effective programs and supports. o We will collaborate with all available personnel and agencies to address the needs of students at risk. The school-based AISI project will focus on early intervention. Enhance and support Catholicity within the school. o We will continue to promote the goals associated with a Catholic Community of Caring. We will initiate a Social Justice Club and adopt a Foster Child. Students Demonstrate high standards. o Achievement test results will continue to reflect results above the provincial averages in the “acceptable” and “excellence” categories. Students model the characteristics of active citizenship o The Recycling Club, Social Justice Club, Husky Council, and Catholic Community of Caring Committee will provide opportunities for students to demonstrate active citizenship. The school supports high quality teaching. o By utilizing effective professional development and building on the opportunities to enhance teaching through technology, teachers will continue to offer quality programs. The school demonstrates leadership and continuous improvement. o A number of new initiatives will ensure that the school continues to move forward. Student, parent and district surveys will provide feedback as to the extent of success experienced.
Mr. T. Makowski Principal
DECEMBER NEWSLETTER
SAFETY REMINDERS
Let’s Make the School Parking Lot a Safe Place For All As you are aware, the snow and ice have created treacherous conditions on city streets and sidewalks. The slippery state of our parking lot means that it is even more important for everyone to obey the signage at the entrance to the parking lot. You are reminded that students are not to be dropped off and picked up in the parking lot. Although we make this request every month it continues to be a daily problem huge success. A big thank-you to all of those volunteers who assisted with this year’s campaign.
SPEED LIMIT FOR SCHOOL AND PLAYGROUND ZONES
In school zones, the maximum speed allowed unless otherwise posted, in rural Alberta is 30 Km/h on school days only from 8:00 am- 9:30 am; 11:30 am – 1:30 pm; 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm. In urban areas such as Calgary city limits the maximum speed allowed is 30k/h from 8:00am to 5:00 pm. In playground zones, the speed limit in both rural and urban Alberta is 30 km/h (unless otherwise posted) everyday from 8:30 am to one hour after sunset. A playground or school zone ends where a traffic sign indicates a higher speed or a sign indicated the end of the zone. For more information on Alberta Infrastructure and Transportation’s child traffic safety programs, please visit our website www.saferoads.com or contact us at 780/422-8839 (For toll free service outside of Edmonton, dial 310-0000.)
KEEP KIDS SAFE-BE ALERT AROUND KID ZONES
When coming up to a school bus, drivers must always use caution. Drivers are required by law to stop before passing a school bus that has the alternately flashing red lights activated This applies both to buses on your side of the road or buses facing you on the other side of the road, except if the bus is on the other side of a highway divided by a median. Drivers may proceed past a stopped school bus only when the flashing red lights on the bus have stopped. Remember to keep an eye out for school buses loading and unloading children in urban areas, even if the lights aren’t flashing. Always watch for children crossing the road. The fine for passing a school bus with its red lights flashing is $402 and six demerit points.
OUR STUDENTS IN THE NEWS
Confirmation Congratulations Congratulations go out to our young people who have recently celebrated the sacrament of Confirmation: Mitchell A. Madison O. Madison B. Kaitlyn P. Markie B. John R. Christine E. Ivan R. Bea E. Joshua R. Emily F. John S. Jason G. Kelsey G. Rebecca F-D. Matthew F. Harold H. Shannon M. Rebecca I. Mark M. Marie J. Andy N-T. Karen L. Carlee R. Julia M. Mark T. Kimberley W. Rachel M. Monique M. Alexandra M. Kelsey M. Aaron D. Matthew M. Maria O.
OUR VOLUNTEERS ARE PHENOMENAL
Many thanks to parent volunteers Tanis Jaras and Connie Bourassa for all of the work they did in coordinating our Magazine Fundraiser and helping it be a
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Chevron Science Olympics On Saturday, November 4th, four grade nine students from Our Lady of Peace attended the Chevron Science Olympics competition at the Telus World of Science. There were three different competitions held -two mystery competitions that they only found out about when they got to the event, and one “Make it Ahead Event” for which they met several times prior to the competition to prepare. The team won First Place Overall out of the 32 teams that attended and won the grand prize of $1000.00 for the school. Congratulations Science Olympians on your big win. Thank you for all your preparation, attendance at meetings, enthusiasm and for giving up your Saturday to represent Our Lady of Peace School. You have made us proud! The team consisted of: Evelina T. Christine O. Patrick M. Riccardo P. Coach: Mrs. MacKeil Junior High Awards Junior High students were recognized for their outstanding accomplishments to date at an awards ceremony held on November 28th. We recognized approximately 200 students for attaining Honours and Honours with Distinction status. An additional 100 plus students were applauded for their accomplishments in sports and clubs. Finally, well over 50% of our Junior High students were recognized for their commitment to learning with Husky certificates. Grade 7 Honours with Distinction Mr. Favot’s Class Nicolas B. Theodor B. Brittany G. Tayla J. Samantha K. Cristina L. Michael S. Ms. O’Quinn’s Class Benjamin L. Lauren L. Allison S. Brett S. Mrs. Fatica’s Class Alanis C. Matthew F. Joseph G. Sasha I.
Ms. Wade’s Class Robert D. Nicole H. Laura H.
Ms. Corney’s Class Ainsley K. Grade 8 Honours with Distinction
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Elementary Recognition As mentioned at November’s School Council meeting, we have changed the focus and the format of our elementary recognition program. We will no longer be recognizing individual students in a large group assembly format. Instead, we are proud to introduce the HOWL postcard recognition campaign. All elementary students will be receiving a postcard in the mail before the end of June as our way of Honouring Outstanding Work and Leadership (HOWL).
Mrs. McReavey’s Class Tia F. Alexandru G. Kayla H. Samantha M. Zoe P. Jake S. Manuel T. Sarah V-D-R.
Mrs. Foley’s Class Harold G. Haley K. Da Won L. Martin M. Megan P. Andrea Z.
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Mrs. Dube’s Class Amy B. Emily H. Tanner R. Lindsay R. Mrs. MacNeil’s Class Desirae K. James M. Alexandra M. Ms. Lorefice’s Class Sara T. Grade 9 Honours with Distinction Mrs. Granson’s Class Leighton D. Daniella G. Myles J. Sharlee R. Owen S. Mrs. McKeil’s Class Abraham A. Joyce C. Christina G. Alyssa N. Louse Lane N. Shayla P. Lauren R. Mr. Walker’s Class Maeghan A. Cassandra D. Matthew H. Naomi W. Amy C. Kaitlin E. Hannah T. Tessa W. Grade 7 Honour Roll Mr. Favot’s Class Kimberly C. Angela C. Kaighlie H. Braden K. Erin Mc. Tessa R. Carlee R. Paulina B. Adriana B. Lauren D. Trent D. Luke G. Thomas J. Avigael L. Dylan L. Laura N. Jaidan W. Shane D. Bosten G. Colin H. Julia J. Maxwell L. Brett P. Nicolas S. David S. Lindsay S. Erin U. Mr. Moshurchak’s Class Patrick M. Ashlie M. Christine O. Riccardo P. Ms. Thomas’s Class Sarah B. Bianca E. Hailey F. Michael J. Cyrene L. Patricia M. Claudia P. Mrs. Fatica’s Class Shane H. Jose Lauro Reginald J. Olivia K. Jayde L. Jordyn L. Bria M. Juliana M. Gregory O. Valentina P-D Monica S. Ms. O’Quinn’s Class Marina C. Rebecca F-D. Jarred G. Nicole H. Nathan K. Jennifer L. Shannon Mc. Candice M. Kyle S. Travis W. Cheyenne W.
Ms. Corney’s Class Krista C. Taylor C. Cole H. Derek K Andy N. Brodie P. Jacob S. Katrina T. Sarah-Lee C. Joshua F. Hayne K. Peter L. Austin N. Diego R. Phillip S. David T.
Grade 8 Honour Roll Mrs. Foley’s Class Diana A. James C. Julia K. Maria M. Rachel T. Ivan T. Richard U. Ms. Lorefice’s Class Mrs. Dube’s Class Christine C. Kristi-Mari F-B. Mararet K. Mitchell L. Kaith P. Stephanie U.
Mrs. McReavey’s Class
Ms. Wade’s Class Dylan A. Julia B. Juan G. Lauren N. Christie R. Marlee V. Ashley W. Daniel Y.
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Mrs. MacNeil’s Class Nicole F. Rachel L. Grade 9 Honour Roll Mrs. Chatterson’s Class Paige F. Meagan K. Michael L. Alan L. Brent N. Mary P. Maggie R. Rebecca T. Courtney W. Ms. Thomas’s Class Anna D. Taylor G. Samantha I. Michael J. Riley K. Holly L. Yasmine M. Dominic M. Brandon O. Mackenzie O. Laura P. Mrs. McKeil’s Class Sean J. Kevin M. Ayla S. Samantha S. Mrs. Granson’s Class Adrian A. Jeffrey K. Christina Lorena M. Sarah S. Maura Gillian S. Mitchell T. Evelina T.
ADVENT ACTIVITIES
The season of Advent is upon us. We will be holding two Liturgical celebrations on December 4th at 2:15 pm and December 20th at 8:50 am. In addition teachers and students will be raising money for a variety of charitable endeavours. Our School-wide fundraising effort will be the “Change for Change” challenge to benefit the Mustard Seed.
CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF CARING
The Calgary Catholic School District has begun a new initiative to improve the climate and culture in our schools. Activities previously sponsored by the Catholic Community of Caring are now included in the Climate and Culture committee of our school. The purpose is to improve the overall social atmosphere of our schools. In order to appraise the needs of our school, student, teacher, and parent surveys were conducted with a sample population of our school. We are looking forward to seeing how we can use these results to improve Our Lady of Peace’s, culture and climate! Many thanks go to all those parents and students that have obliged us with their opinions. In November and December, the students are focusing on the virtue of Caring and how people can care for themselves and others, especially those that are in their community and neighbourhood.
Mr. Walker’s Class Allan G. Emily B. Victoria D. Antonie H. Brett V.
Mr. Moshurchak’s Class Karissa B.
“Change for Change” During the next few weeks, OLP will be involved in a local Calgary charity, the “Mustard Seed Street Ministry”, to help those who are in need in our own city. This supports the virtue of Caring that is being promoted until Christmas. The Mustard Seed is sponsoring a “Shine-a-Thon” coin collection campaign with the theme of “Change for Change”. The fundraiser started November 22 and will finish December 6th. Students have collected over 176 pounds of coin for the Mustard Seed. Excitement generated by the giving is quickly spreading throughout the whole school. The staff at the Mustard Seed is impressed by the generosity of your children. Keep those loonies rolling!!! Community of Caring Committee
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PROVINCIAL EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING AWARDS CALL FOR NOMINATION
We are blessed to have many excellent teachers working at Our Lady of Peace. If you would like to nominate a deserving teacher for the Provincial Excellence in Teaching Award please notify Mr. Makowski ASAP. Although the deadline for nominating teachers is February 15, 2007, a number of letters have to be written in support of the teacher nominated. You may visit Http://education.gov.ab.ca/K_12teaching/teacherAwards/ for more information on the program. Jared P. Sean S. Karly G . Stanley W. John R. Markie B. Maria G. Thandi K. Hailey S. Landon C. Mitch A. Jason G. Ali E. Connor J. Mike C. Cyrus M. Angela A. Kelsey L. Cole P. Grace S. Monique M. Jacqueline K. Nathaniel S. Hannah H. Jonathon A. Christine E. John Paul C. Jordan V. G. Robert S. Joseph H.
Mr. A. Spehar, Mr. D. McKenna
WRESTLING TEAM NEWS
Wrestling season is in full swing. We have close to 40 students who have joined the team and are practising three or four times a week. On Monday, Nov 27th, we had our first meet at JJ O’Brien. Our students represented OLP well. The team is presently working hard to prepare for our own Quad meet on December 7th, beginning at 4:00 pm. Please come out and support our team. We are looking forward to the City Finals to be held on Dec. 15th and 16th at St. Francis High School.
PATROL NEWS
It is already December and your OLP Patrollers have been hard at work maintaining safety at our crosswalks. We would like to thank parents and all drivers for being attentive at the crosswalks. It is much colder now and there is an even greater amount of snow and ice on the roads. We would like to caution all drivers to pay closer attention to the crosswalks and to watch your speed when driving by the school. Patrollers have already been alerted to give drivers more time to slow down when putting out their STOP signs. A number of tickets have already been issued by Calgary police for those that have driven through crosswalks so please be attentive for all of our safety. Patrollers are not going to be at crosswalks when the temperature is at or below -20 Celsius. We would like to recognize and thank the following patrollers that are working hard to maintain safety at our crosswalks before and after school: Felicia B. Kylie B. Madison B. (5) Madison O. Tyler M. Ivan R. Karen L. Erin T. Madison B. (6) Daniel J. Stephan N. Mitchell K. Kendal M. Reid M. Paula M. Laura S. Tyler C. Shawn F. Steven S. Cassie H. Kaleigh C. Jessica W. Rachel M. Kirsten G. Alero A. Kaitlyn P. Kelsey G. Alex J. Lorena H. Maria O. Katie A. Jenny J. Marie J.
JUNIOR HIGH CHRISTMAS DANCE
Junior High Christmas Dance December 13th 2:00 - 4:00 pm $3.00/ student
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JUNIOR HIGH MUSIC NEWS
Thank you to the choir for leading the hymns and the grade 8/9 band for playing O’ Canada at our recent liturgy. Your efforts are greatly appreciated. The band and choir will be having our Christmas Concert on Tuesday, December 5th at 7PM. Students will need to arrive at 6:30 for warm up and are reminded to be dressed in white and black. We will also be joined by the elementary hand bell group. It will be a lovely evening of music and will be a chance to showcase what we have been working on for the last few months. All parents and relatives are invited to attend. Mrs. Michelle Fatica
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Seasons’ Greetings! Please join us for an evening of Christmas music on Tuesday, December 5 at 7:00 p.m. The grade 6 band, junior high bands, junior high choir and elementary handbell choir will all be performing their Christmas repertoire. Mrs. Fatica Mrs. Robinson
COUNCIL CORNER
The magazine fundraiser has come to another successful end! Thank you to all the students who brought in the subscription forms from their family and friends. This year’s fundraiser was a huge success because of you! A big thank you must also go to those teachers who volunteered to have a pie thrown at them as one of the rewards for students who brought in subscriptions! For some students this reward alone was motivation to get those subscriptions in. All in fun though! The proceeds raised from this year’s Casino fundraiser that was held on August 3rd and 4th of this past summer was over $82,000!! Please feel free to attend our next council meeting to add your input to the discussion on how these proceeds can contribute to our schools improvement and/or to enhance our students’ learning. Remember that you can stay informed with what is happening within the Calgary Catholic School District by logging onto their website www.cssd.ab.ca . There are updates on the ATA negotiations, information on how the District celebrated Faith Day, bus routes for various schools, the District operating budget, list of Trustees, the Provincial test results and much more. January 18th NEXT MEETING , 2007 – 7:00 P.M. – School Library
ELEMENTARY MUSIC NEWS
On Wednesday, November 15th the grade 4 and 5 classes headed out to hear the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra as part of their orchestra unit. Thank you to all the parents who volunteered for this field trip, there were so many of you! Thank you to the following parents who attended as chaperones: Mrs. Fielden, Mrs. Klein, Mrs. Wert, Mrs. Goetz, Mrs. Deschenes, Mrs. Mackie, Mrs. Kuhn, Mrs. Little, Mr. Popil, Mrs. Hadala, Mrs. Burns and Mrs. Seggie. Your help was appreciated. Please read the following concert review by a student who attended the presentation: On November 15th the grade 4 and 5 students went to a concert at the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. Schools from all over the city attended this event. The Orchestra played a variety of music pieces that went along with mythical stories from different cultures. Different schools in Calgary contributed by making paintings that also went along with the stories and music. Thank you to Mrs. Fatica for organizing this Field Trip for the grade 4 and 5 students. It was a great morning. Carmen M. – grade 5 Mrs. Michelle Fatica
On behalf of all the School Council Executive, I would like to wish all teachers, staff, students and parents a very Merry Christmas and we look forward to seeing you in the New Year. Merry Christmas and God Bless Michelle LeBel, Chairperson Tel: 606-9640
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MASS TIME CHANGE @ ST. PATRICK’S PARISH
Our Parish is growing! To accommodate our extra families, the Parish is adding an extra Mass to our Sunday schedule. From Saturday November 25th 2006 onwards our weekend liturgy times will be as follows: SATURDAY 5PM: SUNDAYS AT 7:30AM, 9:00AM, 10:45AM & 12:30PM. Our Children’s Liturgy for 3yr-8yr olds will be available at the Saturday 5pm Mass and the 9:00am and 10:45am Masses on Sunday.
Sundays, December 10th & 17th 8:15am–9am, 10am – 10:45am,& 11:45am–12:30pm December 11th – 15th, inc. 9:30am-4:30pm December 18th - 22nd, inc. 9:30am-4:30pm
ST. PATRICK’S PARISH
REGISTRATION STARTS DECEMBER 1st, 2006 at St. Patrick’s! FIRST COMMUNION (Gr.2 and up) AND FIRST RECONCILIATION (Gr. 3 and up) Registration forms can be picked up at St. Patrick’s Church, 1414 Shawnessy Blvd, either after Mass or from the Parish Office. A copy of your child’s Roman Catholic baptismal certificate must be included when you return the registration form. Registration DEADLINE for Reconciliation is JANUARY 16th 2007 & for Communion is FEBRUARY 20th 2007. Call 254-6878 for more info.
ST. PATRICK’S PARISH CHRISTMAS SEASON SCHEDULE
Monday, December 18th ADVENT RECONCILIATION 7:30pm Sunday, December 24th Sunday Masses 7:30am, 9am,10:45am & 12:30pm Sunday, December. 24th Christmas Masses 6pm*, 8pm* (tickets) 10pm & Midnight Monday, December 25th Christmas Masses 9am & 10:45am Monday, January 1st Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Holy Day of Obligation World Day of Prayer for Peace
OUR LADY OF PEACE SCHOOL WINNERS 2006 MAGAZINE CAMPAIGN FUNDRAISER
Electric Scooter Justin G. 1 Michelussi I Pod Christopher R 8 Foley $100 Amanda B. 9 Walker Movie & More Ethan R. 3 DaCosta Digital Camera/Printer Daphne B. 3 Horn CD Stereo Kaleigh J. 7 Corney Principal For a Day Carmelina T. 4 Pinter Mr. Mackenzie Pizza Lunch Taylor C. 7 Corney Ms. Brown Luncheon Landon C. 6 McKenna Highest Kindergarten Participation Mrs. Spehar – AM Kindergarten Timbits & Juice Party Highest Elementary Participation Mrs. Hamilton's Grade 3 Class Pizza & Pop Party Highest Jr. High Participation Ms. Corney's Grade 7 Class Pizza & Pop Party Meeting our half-way goal Entire School November 24, 2006 Wear a Hat To School Day
9am & 10:45am
*Fire regulations limit how many people we are able to accommodate. Because of the large numbers who usually attend the 6pm and 8pm Masses on Christmas Eve, tickets are required for attendance at these Masses. They will be available at the following times at the Parish Office: Saturdays, December 9th & 16th 4:15pm–5pm
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Congratulations O.L.P. on a job well done! Thank you to all students, parents, teachers and staff for all your hard work and dedication to our magazine fundraiser. A special thanks to our awesome parent volunteer group of Mrs. Beach, Mrs. Georgoulis, Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Post, Mrs. Seggie, Mrs. Slupsky and Mrs. Whitney. Also, thank you to all the ladies in the office and administration for all your help. With all your hard work, we surpassed our power goal of 1222 subscriptions and earned over $14, 000.00 for our school. Thank you again for your dedication and commitment. Mrs. Tanis Jaras and Mrs. Connie Bourassa School Council Volunteers Do not handle food if you are vomiting or have diarrhea. These are two of the major symptoms of food borne illness and can easily get into the food. It may only take a few germs to make you sick, so even good hand washing may not stop the germs in their tracks. Clean and sanitize. The clean step gets rid of visible dirt and the sanitize step kills the germs. Sanitizing can be done in the dishwasher or with household bleach at strength of 15 ml per 4 litres of water or one tablespoon per gallon of water. Stay home if you are ill with vomiting or diarrhea.
OFFICE PHONES
Office phones are for student use in EMERGENCIES only. Please ensure that your student has a telephone card or change to use the payphone in non-emergency situations.
Do not forget to follow food safety rules with your food over the holiday season as well. Cook it well. Keep cold foods cold and hot foods hot. Separate cooked and raw. If in doubt, throw it out. If you have any questions feel free to phone Public Health Inspection at 943-8060 or check out our new website at www.calgaryhealthregion.ca/hecomm/envhealth/envhealt h.htm.
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION 2007-2008
Kindergarten registrtation begins January 28. Please provide the following documents when registering your child: Proof of Residence Birth Certificate Parent Baptismal
JANUARY BUS PASSES
January bus passes will be available to qualified students starting 8th January to the 10th January.
A MESSAGE FROM THE NURSE
As the holidays approach, the Environmental Health Department wants to remind families of some key ways to stay well. More visitors, more events to attend and more food means increased opportunity for germs to spread. Here are some simple ways to prevent spreading those germs: Wash, wash, wash your hands. It is a simple thing, yet it stops the spread of colds, flu’s, diarrheas and other germs. Wash after going to the bathroom, before handling food and before eating. Warm water and soap are still the most effective way to wash your hands
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Is it influenza, a cold or “stomach flu”?
Symptoms/ Description Fever Chills, aches, pain Loss of appetite Cough Sore throat Sniffles or sneezes Involves whole body Symptoms appear quickly Extreme tiredness Complications
Influenza Usually high Frequent Sometimes Usual Sometimes Sometimes Often Always Common
Common Cold Stomach Flu Sometimes Slight Sometimes Sometimes Sometimes Common Never More gradual Rare Rare Common Common Rare Rare Rare Stomach/ bowel only Fairly quickly Sometimes Dehydration
Pneumonia; can be Sinus infection life threatening Ear infection
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Parent/Teacher Interviews 9:00 – Noon – 1:00 – 3:30 p.m.
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First Week of Advent Advent Liturgy – 2:15 p.m.
Breakfast 7:30 a.m. Music Dress Rehearsal p.m. Day 6 Hand bell/Choir/Band Concert 7:00 p.m.
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Our Lady of Peace Wrestling QUAD MEET 4:00 p.m.
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Elementary Sub Day
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Jr. High Dance Wrestling Weigh-Ins Wrestling Wrestling 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. City Finals @ City Finals @ Wrestling St. Francis St. Francis Day 2 Day 3 High School Weigh-Ins
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Telus Science Ctr. (Gr. 6)
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Advent Liturgy Period 1 Fr. Keith or Fr. Alphonse Day 5 presiding
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Buddy activities Christmas Caroling 11:00 am 11:45 am Dismissal
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ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH - DECEMBER 2006
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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1st Sunday of Advent Masses: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:45am & 12:30pm 4:30pm Crèche Blessing
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7:00pm Choir Practice (12:30pm) 7:00pm Youth Group 7-8 & Club 56
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9:30am Moms’ Group 6:00pm Young People’s Choir 7:30pm R.C.I.A. 8:00pm Choir Practice (9:30am)
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9:30am Light Weigh 6:00pm Beavers & Cubs 7:00pm Light Weigh 7:30pm Choir Practice (5:00pm)
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9:30am Moms’ Group INN FROM THE COLD 7:00pm Advent Reflection 8:00pm Prayer Group
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INN FROM THE COLD 4:15pm - 4:45pm Reconciliation 5:00pm Mass
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2nd Sunday of Advent Masses: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:45am & 12:30pm 2:00pm – 5:00pm Baptism Preparation (must pre-register)
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7:00pm Choir Practice (12:30pm)
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9:30am Women’s Scripture Study 12:00Noon Seniors’ Potluck & Christmas Party 7:30pm K.C. General mtg. 7:00pm Pastoral Care Team Christmas Party 7:30pm Choir Practice (11:30am)
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9:30am Moms’ Group 6:00pm Young People’s Choir 7:30pm R.C.I.A. 8:00pm Choir Practice (9:30am)
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All Day S.V.P. Hamper Packing 7:00pm – 9:00pm Junior & Senior Youth Groups 7:30pm S.V.P. 7:30pm Choir Practice (5:00pm)
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All Day S.V.P. Hamper Packing 7:00pm Holy Hour 8:00pm Prayer Group
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Until 1:00pm S.V.P. Hamper Delivery 4:15pm – 4:45pm Reconciliation 5:00pm Mass 6:30pm Choir Practice (12:3pm)
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3rd Sunday of Advent Masses: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:45am & 12:30pm 7:00pm Young Adults (YAK) 7:00pm Decorating Committee
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9:30am Women’s Scripture Study 1:00pm Seniors’ Afternoon 7:30pm Choir Practice (11:30am)
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9:30am Moms’ Group 6:00pm Young People’s Choir 8:00pm Choir Practice (9:30am)
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7:00pm – 10:00pm Decorating Church 7:30pm Choir Practice (5:00pm)
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9:30am Moms’ Group 7:00p, - 10:00pm Decorating Church 7:30pm Prayer Group
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6:30p.m. Choir Practice (12:30pm) 4:15pm - 4:45pm Reconciliation 5:00pm Mass
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4th Sunday of Advent Masses: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:45am & 12:30pm Christmas Eve Masses: 6:00pm, 8:00pm, 10:00pm & 12 Midnight
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Christmas Day Masses: 9:00am & 10:45am
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Mass: 9:00am 7:30pm Prayer Group
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Feast of the Holy Family New Year’s Eve Masses: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:45am & 12:30pm (No evening Mass)
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Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God (Holy Day of Obligation) World Day of Prayer for Peace New Year’s Day Masses: 9:00am & 10:45am
PLEASE NOTE: Tickets are required for attendance at the 6:00pm & 8:00pm Christmas Eve Masses. Call the Parish Office, 254-6878, for information. Register now for 1st Reconciliation and 1st Communion.