Today’s reading from the Gospel of John tells of a woman who was caught—caught not just in the sin of adultery, but even more so, caught in God’s mercy and love. The account provides a striking example of Jesus’ mercy and at the same time, his call to conversion. His encounter with the woman caught in adultery does not end in condemnation, but rather forgiveness, healing, and new life.
The twentieth-century Polish mystic, St. Faustina Kowalska, was told by Christ that mercy is the greatest attribute of God. That says a lot when you consider that God is all-powerful, all-knowing, and omnipresent. God’s mercy, as revealed in Jesus Christ, is of tremendous value to us because even when we have turned away from him in sin and turned our hearts against him, Jesus is always there, ready to extend mercy and forgiveness.
As we enter into the final days of Lent, the message of today’s Gospel reading affords us one of the most intimate and telling pictures of Jesus as our Messiah; a Messiah who comes, not to judge us in our sinfulness, but to help us rise above our own natures and enter into a healing and restorative relationship of love.
The school children are continuing their Lenten Acts of Kindness and praying for you, their parents, and the parishioners of St. Agnes Cathedral Parish.
Grades 5 and 6 will receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation on Wednesday, April 6th in preparation for Easter.
On Thursday, April 7th, the Mothers’ Club is hosting a Spring Auction at 7 PM at the Carltun.
Friday, April 8th is the Pop Hop. It’s been 2 years since the last Pop Hop. This year the dads and their daughters will re-live the fabulous 80s.
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Uniform Update There has been little change in the status of the students who need haircuts and their uniform hems taken down, boys and girls alike. Please take the time to schedule haircuts and lengthen the hems on the uniform skirts and pants.
There is a Service Club Meeting for Grades 6-8 on Monday, April 4th at 2:45 P.M. Pick-up will be at 3:45 P.M. in front of the gym.
Do you want to see a snowman on stage? Don't let the opportunity go...Tickets for Frozen Jr. are on sale now and going fast! Seats are still available for Thursday and Saturday nights but are EXTREMELY limited for Friday night. Don't wait to get your ticket orders in, these shows will sell out!
Drama Practice: 4/5 - Full Cast - Run Show 4/6 - Full Cast - Run Show 4/12 - Full Cast - Run Show
4/13 - 4/22 – Easter Vacation
4/25 - Full Cast - Run Show with Tech & Costumes - 3- 8 P.M. (Pizza will be provided) 4/26 - Full Cast - Dress Rehearsal - 3:00 - 6:00 4/27 - Full Cast - Dress Rehearsal - 3:00 - 6:00 4/28 - Opening Night - The show starts at 7:30 -- Please arrive at 7 P.M. Those who wear body mics please arrive at 6:45 P.M. 4/29 - The show starts at 7:30 -- Please arrive at 7 P.M. Those who wear body mics please arrive at 6:45 P.M. 4/30 - Closing Night- The show starts at 7:30 -- Please arrive at 7 P.M. Those who wear body mics please arrive at 6:45 P.M.
Middle School Sports
Spring Sports fees are now due to the office.
Girls Lacrosse Practice Tuesday 4/5, Wednesday 4/6, and Thursday 4/7 @ 3:00-4:15 Location: St. Agnes Field of Dreams
Boys Lacrosse Practice Monday 4/4 @ 4:00-5:15, Wednesday 4/6, and Thursday 4/7 @ 3:00-4:15 Location: Ketler/Bligh Field Game Tuesday 4/5 vs. St. Patrick Huntington @ 3:45 - Early Dismissal at 2:15 Location: Breezy Park #1 Boys Baseball Practice Monday 4/4 @ 4:00-5:15, Wednesday 4/6 @ 3:15-5:15 Location: Lister Field Game Tuesday 4/5 vs. LBC @ 3:45 Location: Barasch Field Girls Softball Practice Tuesday 4/5, Thursday 4/7 @ 3:00-4:15 Location: Joyce Field Game Wednesday 4/6 vs. St. Williams @ 3:45 Location: Joyce Field Email the coaching staff or Mrs. Brower (mbrower5546@stagnes-school.org) with any questions.
School Board SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, May 14th: Action Today, Build for Tomorrow
The St. Agnes Cathedral School Board’s Action Today, Build for Tomorrow appeal is underway. See the Save the Date below. Join us for a fun night as we raise money for the school.
Mothers’ Club Last Call! Spring Bloom is a few days away! There is still time to send in your reservations!
If you are unable to attend the event but would like to participate in the raffles, please fill out the attached form and check off "random drop." Your tickets will be dropped randomly into the raffle bags for your chance to win some great raffles! To have your tickets dropped or to attend the event please click on the link below.
PSA Our 7th and 8thgrade dance on Friday was a great success!! We had a record turnout, and they danced their feet off! It was so nice to see all of their smiling faces (and all of their amazing dance moves!!)
Our Service Club pretzel sale to benefit ALS Ride for Life is this Wednesday (Carlin Cafeteria) and Thursday (Newman Cafeteria). Order forms went home and should be returned by Monday to order pretzels.
On Thursday, we will begin the 2nd part of our Service Club fundraising for ALS: we will be holding a raffle for a gigantic 3ft tall chocolate Easter bunny. Raffle tickets will be $2 each or 3/$5. Raffles will be sold Thursday, Friday, and then again on Monday, April 11 and the winning ticket will be drawn on Tuesday, April 12th! You have to be in it to win it!
Our 8th grade Career Day will be on May 10th. If you’d like to volunteer to come and inspire our 8th graders, please email Colleen Whaley at cmw12780@yahoo.com.
Fathers’ Club There is a Fathers’ Club Meeting on Monday evening, April 4th, at Press 195 in Rockville Centre at 7 P.M. I hope to see you there!
Peace and blessings to you and your families, this Fifth week of Lent.