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Christ became obedient to the point of death, even death on the cross( Phil.2: 8). How will you respond to His infinite Love?

He said, “It is finished.” And bowing his head, he handed over the spirit. ~ John 19:30 Please join our St. Mary's faith community today: GOOD FRIDAY – March 29th Morning Prayer - 9:00 am in the chapel Stations of the Cross - Noon in the church Celebration of the Lord’s Passion - 3:00 pm in the church Seven Last Words of Christ - 7:00 pm in the church Good Friday is a somber remembrance of Jesus’ crucifixion and death on the cross. It is a day of fasting and penance and a time to examine all of the places in our lives where we fail to follow Christ and fall into sin. Good Friday is not merely a commemoration of a historical event; rather, Christ’s sacrificial death on the cross, along with his glorious resurrection, comprise the heart of the Christian faith. Good Friday is not a Mass; holy Communion that is distributed has been consecrated on Holy Thursday and kept in the tabernacle for adoration. Also Stations of the Cross are offered on Good Friday. Family Faith Activity: Pray the Lord’s Prayer at bedtime on this night in remembrance of Christ’s gift for all of salvation. Source: https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/walking-through-holy-week-as-a-family/ For a complete Akron Clarence Roman Catholic Community Holy Week Schedule, click here: https://www.stmaryswormville.org/article/1403236

On this last day of school before Easter recess, SMS students & staff have been pausing to say a decade of the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary together over the announcements throughout the day. This observance of our Lord's Agony in the Garden is an important reminder of the events of Holy Thursday. #holyweek #triduum

The Altar of Repose in our chapel awaits our solemn procession and and adoration of the exposed Most Blessed Sacrament tonight, following our first Mass of the Holy Triduum, the Mass of the Lord's Supper. Tonight the church will be darkened and the Altar of Repose will be candlelit.

Miss Reeves' middle school science classes reviewed some physical properties this week using Peeps. They wondered if the solubility of Peeps was affected by the temperature of water, what substances (if any) dissolved Peeps the fastest, and found the volume, mass and density of a Peep.

A lot has changed since 1988, but the quality, Catholic education available at SMS remains! For more information on enrollment or to take an on-school time tour, contact us at 716-689-8424, or visit: https://www.stmaryschoolswormville.org/o/school #ThrowbackThursday #stmarys175

Then he took the bread, said the blessing, broke it, and gave it to them, saying, “This is my body, which will be given for you; do this in memory of me." ~ Luke 22:19 Please join our St. Mary's faith community for services today: HOLY THURSDAY – March 28th Morning Prayer - 9:00 am in the chapel Friendship Supper 5:30 pm in the parish center Mass of the Lord’s Supper - 7:00 pm in the church Followed by Adoration until 11:00 pm in the chapel The evening Mass on Holy Thursday begins the Sacred Triduum. On this night we remember the Last Supper and celebrate the institution of the Eucharist and the Sacrament of Holy Orders. At the end of the liturgy, the sanctuary is stripped clean in preparation for the most somber of feasts, Good Friday. Family Faith Activity: Talk about how Jesus is really present in holy Communion and how sharing in his body strengthens us to become the Body of Christ and to follow him each day. Source: https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/walking-through-holy-week-as-a-family/ For a complete Akron Clarence Roman Catholic Community Holy Week Schedule, click here: https://www.stmaryswormville.org/article/1403236

Our 2nd graders are filling out job applications... to be the Easter Bunny's Assistant! #Eastersonitsway

All are encouraged to participate in the Holy Thursday liturgy this evening at 7 PM.

After spending the morning learning about Holy Thursday, 8th grade studied the Old Testament readings for the Easter Vigil Mass and talked about how they point us to Christ. As a group, they were able to take the long story of Salvation History and bring it down to 24 words, keeping in mind there is always more to learn, that God's mercy is always available, and that death never wins!

In the spirit of collaboration, our Montessori students have been partnering up this week to complete their work lists! Our 5/6 year olds are working with their 3/4 year old buddies!

Grade 2 had some fun with Easter-themed writing pieces - check out their wonderful responses! #Eastersonitsway

SMS 2nd grader Allison Macdonald competed in the Under Armour Winter Nationals golf tournament this past February in Florida. She finished 8th out of 19 girls. She was also named to the Under Armour All American Team - way to go Allison! #BuzzWorthy Has your SMS student achieved something notable recently? Do you have news to share with our community as an alum? If so, tell us about it! We’d love to share the #BuzzWorthy news on social media or in an upcoming “What’s the Buzz” school newsletter. Simply email any photos and a short description to buzzworthy@stmaryschoolswormville.org.

Our 2nd graders had some special guests read to their class during March as part of the #ReadAcrossAmerica program. When parents make the time to read with children, children get the message that reading is important!

Montessori students are getting "egg-cited" for Easter as we move along in Holy Week, & colored bunnies, baskets, & eggs today in Art. Montessori Pre-K and K students attend Art, Music, Spanish, & Phys. Ed. as part of their weekly curriculum. Learn more: tinyurl.com/bddjc8cu

Long time Releve' Dance Company buddies and SMS 8th graders Sam and Maeve are starring in The Little Mermaid, Jr. as Ursula and Ariel. The show is April 12-13 at 7PM in the SMS auditorium. Call the office for ticket information.

#Meekness #VirtueoftheMonth #MondayMotivation

Reminder - if you'd like your child(ren) in grades K-3 to attend the 8th Grade Babysitting Service Project Night on Friday April 19th from 6-8pm in the gym, please RSVP using the linked form by TOMORROW. https://tinyurl.com/2nh6k9mp

SMS 8th grader Patrick MacDiarmid III received the Ad Altare Dei (to the altar of God) emblem for Boy Scouts from Bishop Mike yesterday. The Ad Altare Dei program assists Catholic youth members of the Boy Scouts of America develop a fully Christian way of life in a faith community by studying the seven sacraments. #BuzzWorthy Has your SMS student achieved something notable recently? Do you have news to share with our community as an alum? If so, tell us about it! We’d love to share the #BuzzWorthy news on social media or in an upcoming “What’s the Buzz” school newsletter. Simply email any photos and a short description to buzzworthy@stmaryschoolswormville.org.