From the School Office…
Financial Assistance Applications
Financial assistance through our St. Theodore Guerrin financial assistance award program are now available. Financial Assistance is available to families in grades K-8. You may pick up your application in the school office. If you have any questions, please call Patsy.
Open registration began January 29, 2012. Currently, we are trying to decide how many classrooms we will need in the primary grades. Kindergarten and First grade have many requests. If you are planning on your child enrolling in St. Joan of Arc next year, and your child is in one of these grades, please let us know ASAP.
Calling all bakers!! We need some neat treats to sell before & after the Saturday performance of Wonderland. We would like the items on Friday the 10th. We could also use a couple volunteers to sell items. This will not interrupt your ability to view the performance. Please contact Leslie VandenBussche (lvandenbussche@sjoa.org) if you can help out in any way.
Wonderland dinner tickets are sold out for Saturday night. We have a few performance only seats available and there are still openings for the breakfast performance on Sunday, February 12.
LOST & FOUND: PLEASE CHECK IT OUT IF YOU CHILD(REN) HAVE MISSING ITEMS. ALL CLOTHES/ITEMS WILL BE TURNED OVER TO THE PARISH FOR THE REFUGEES ON WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8.
Spirit Wear Forms are now available outside of the office. You may pick one up or have your child pick one up any time before February 10, (next Friday). Orders will be placed on that day and will be delivered no later than February 24. This will be your last chance to order until April. Thank you.
From FSF (Families Supporting Faculty)…
FSF Explanation regarding Volunteer Hours
FSF is charged with the task of tracking volunteer activity according
to SJA policy. Last week, we sent out notes to each family letting
them know how many volunteer credits they have according to what they have logged into the red FSF binder. The only information FSF has on your volunteering activities is what you put in the red binder. If you have forgotten to log your activities including your participation
on one of the SJA committees, please do so now. The red FSF binder is located at the front desk in the office. If you are not able to stop by the office, you can e-mail your name, child’s name and grade, and how you volunteered to shannonmjsmith@gmail.com. FSF will be HAPPY to update your credits.
If you are looking for additional ways to volunteer, please
check the FSF board in the main hall. There is a sign-up sheet for
volunteering at the school musical and a list of other SJA volunteer
opportunities. Thank you for volunteering and helping to make SJA a
wonderful school.
School Production is SJA’s “Superbowl”
Next weekend, we dim the lights, cue the music and let the kids take center stage. Won’t you help? Here’s where there is the most need:
Dressing rooms
Sunday brunch volunteers
Brunch items
Saturday servers
Please see the sign-up sheet on the FSF bulletin board. Look at where your time and talents may be best utilized by taking a look at the school musical sign-up sheet located on the FSF bulletin board.
Thank you!
Volunteers for School Play
If you are able to help in a multitude of ways with the school play in February, please let Shannon Smith know and/or sign up on the sheet located on the FSF bulletin board. Thank you!
From Athletics…
Volleyball opportunity for boys and girls, grades 3-8. Open gym will be held on the following Fridays; 2/3, 2/24 and 3/2 from 6-7:30. Student should wear comfortable clothing, gym shoes and great big smile. Any questions, please email Peggy Johnson at pjohnson@sjoa.org.
From Trish Jackson, Cheer Leader Coordinator/Coach:
Save-The-Dates:
Parent’s Night Out - Saturday, March 17th, 6:00pm – 10:00pm, SJA-Doyle Hall
Mini Cheer Clinic - Calling All K thru 3rd Grade Girls! “Just For YOU”, the St. Joan of Arc Cheer Leaders will be hosting a “Mini Cheer Clinic” – Saturday, April 14th, 10:00am – 12:00pm – More Details to Come!
2012-2013 Cheer Leading Tryout - Saturday, April 21st & Saturday, April 28th, 10:00am – 12:00pm, SJA-Doyle Hall (Attendance at first meeting required)
2nd Annual Mother Daughter Brunch – “Hats Off To Mothers” - Saturday, May 5th, 11:00am – 2:00pm, SJA-Doyle Hall
Parent’s Night Out - Saturday, May 19th, 6:00pm – 10:00pm, SJA-Doyle Hall
More Details to Follow
News from St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church…
There will be an opportunity for Eucharistic Adoration this Friday from noon-5 p.m. If you can take a one-hour shift, please contact Joe Foster atjosephaye77@yahoo.com. This is a great way to spend some quiet time with our Lord.
Fr. Guy will offer a class on Tai Chi this Saturday from 9-10 a.m. in Doyle Hall. Tai Chi is good for balance, flexibility, and overall health. All are welcome. There is no charge for the class.
The Men’s Club Open Gym Basketball will NOT be playing on Sunday, February 5th. Basketball will resume on Sunday, February 12th. All men are welcome. Donations of $3 are accepted to support SJA athletics. Contact Chris Roberson, 919-3030 or croberson@sjoa.org for more information
We are once again offering Weight Watchers on Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. in the lower level of the Parish Center Offices. For more information, contact Mary Anne Schaeferat 283-5508, ext. 1124 or mrivelli@sjoar.org
The Bible Study on the Book of Exodus continues next Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the lower level of the parish center offices with Chapters 5-7. The battle lines are drawn between working for Pharaoh in slavery and worshiping and serving God in freedom. Are you willing to trust God completely and wait on Him for your protection and your freedom, or do you prefer the relative comfort and rationalization of sinful patterns according to worldly standards? For more information, contact Carmie Klein at 691-8225 or klein4design@gmail.com. All are welcome.
St. Vincentde Paul Food Pantry Day is next Saturday, February 11 from 8 a.m.-noon. SJOA will take our turn staffing the SVdP Food Pantry which is located at 3001 E. 30thStreet. SVdP operates the largest Food Pantry in the Midwest serving an average of 3000 households per week with an all-volunteer staff. Volunteers assist clients with grocery selection, counting/sorting groceries, handing out food items, retrieving shopping carts, directing traffic, greeting clients, etc. Working the entire 4 hour shift is preferred but whatever time a volunteer can give would be appreciated. Ask the manager on duty upon arrival for your assignment for the day. Contact the food pantry directly at 921-5769 or info@svdpindy.org for more information.
Any adults who have been baptized Catholic and are seeking the Sacrament of Confirmation are asked to attend a Confirmation retreat on Saturday, February 25 from 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary. Please contact Melinda Rivelli atmrivelli@sjoa.org or 283-5508, ext. 1116 to register.
Coming Soon!
Reverse Raffle will take place Saturday, February 18 at 6 p.m. in Doyle Hall. Tickets can be purchased for $37.50/each after Mass this weekend. Ticket includes dinner, 2 drink tickets, chance to win $ and lots of fun all for a great cause. Contact: Joel Denis atjbdenis8@hotmail.com or Jonathan Anderson jcanders@umail.iu.edu at with any questions.
Mike Leonard, NBC Today Show Feature Correspondent and acclaimed filmmaker, will host “Catholicism: Faith & Revival” at Immaculate Heart of Mary on Sunday, February 26 at 7 p.m. Mike will share his experiences, stories from throughout his career, and how Catholics of all ages can revitalize and live out their Catholic faith. Admission is free to the public with a reception to follow. This event is brought to you by IHM and all the North Deanery parishes.
Master Jesse Tsao will be with us the weekend of March 10-11 for a Tai Chi & Qigong Workshop. Cost is $150 total or $50/block (non-refundable) and includes lunch and snacks for Saturday and light snacks for Sunday. Contact Mary Anne Schaeferatmschaefer@sjoa.org or 283-5508, ext. 1123 for more information. The schedule is as follows:
Saturday, March 10
9-11:45 a.m. – Qigong for Health Part I
12:15-3 p.m. – Qigong for Health Part II
7-9:45 p.m. – Silk Reeling
Sunday, March 11
noon-3 p.m. – Old Frame Chen Tai Chi Part I
Children & Youth
The Junior High Youth Gathering for this week has been postponed. We’ll let you know what the new date is as soon as it is announced.
There will be a First Communion Meeting next Wednesday, February 8 at 6:30 p.m. in the lower level of the parish center offices. At least one parent needs to attend this meeting. The Blessing Cup Project is scheduled for Sunday, February 26 at 9 a.m. Children must be 7 years old, in 2nd grade, and baptized to receive their First Holy Communion. Questions? Contact Mary Anne Schaeferat mschaefer@sjoa.org or 283-5508, ext. 1123.
We will hold Baptism Prep classes on the following Saturdays: February 11, March 17, and April 14 at 10 a.m. in the Parish Center Offices. Anyone wishing to have their child baptized should contact Mary Anne Schaeferat 283-5508, ext. 1123 or maschaefer@sjoa.org.
Children, ages 13-18 who have received the Sacraments of Baptism and Eucharist, are eligible to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation next September. There will not be another opportunity to do so until September 2014. Preparation classes have begun with anothermeeting scheduled February 12 at 4 p.m. in the lower level of the parish center offices. If you were unable to attend the first meeting this past Saturday, please contact Joe Sheehan right away. Confirmation candidates need to select a sponsor soon and have them attend the next meeting and the Rite of Enrollment on February 12. Sponsors should be baptized, confirmed, practicing Catholics in good standing.
| All Catholic students in grades 7 through 12 who live in or attend school within the Archdiocese of Indianapolis are eligible to participate in the John D. Kelly Vocations Essay Contest. Essay and completed submission form are due to the parish office no later than Monday, February 13. A plaque and cash prize will be awarded to one student at each grade level for the essay judged to be the best as determined by the judges. Submission forms are available in the school office. Please contact Joe Sheehan 283-5508 ext. 1124 or jsheehan@sjoa.org if you have any questions. |
Help Wanted
Vacation Bible School Coordinator Needed
If you would be interested in helping coordinate and/or serving as our Vacation Bible School Coordinator, please contact Mary Anne Schaeferat maschaefer@sjoa.org or 2823-5508, ext. 1123.
Organized Volunteer Needed
Holy Family Ministry is looking for volunteers to help with our Baptism Family Packets. If you have the gift of being organized, putting structure to a new program and like to work on your own or with another, contact Mary Anne Schaeferat 283-5508, ext. 1123 ormaschaefer@sjoa.org. These packets will be mailed out to families of newly baptized infants over a period of 1-3 years.
Heart for Helping Others?
The Bereavement, Prayer Shawl, Sharing & Caring, those who have volunteered to help with Food Preparation and anyone who would like to be a part of these committees, will be having a meeting on Thursday, February 9 at 10 a.m. in the Parish Center Offices. For those who are not able to make this meeting, please contact Katy McMurray at 253-6480 or katymcmurray@hotmail.com for further information.
Gently Used First Communion Clothes Wanted
We are seeking gently used First Communion dresses, boys navy blue or black dress pants, and white dress shirts. If you have anything you’d like to donate, please contact Mary Anne Schaeferat maschaefer@sjoa.org or 283-5508, ext. 1123.
Reverse Raffle Items Needed
Baskets, baskets & more baskets! Our Silent Auction bidders love baskets! Put together a theme basket and bring it to parish office to add to our selection or contact Gramman atvictoria.gramman@siemens.com.. The more the merrier!
Calling all Moms! Fatima Retreat House is offering a Morning for Moms Day of Reflection on the Five Love Languages of Children with Fr. Jim Farrell on Monday, February 13 from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost is $31 and includes continental breakfast, lunch, Mass & childcare. Limited childcare spaces available; MUST make arrangements with Cheryl McSweeney ahead of time @ 317-545-7681, ext. 15 or cmcsweeney@archindy.org.
Don’t miss Bishop Coyne’s presentation on The New Evangelization and Social Media: Bringing Others to the Church through the Internet at Fatima Retreat House on February 20. Appetizers and beverages begin at 7 p.m. with the program to follow. A donation of $35 is suggested.
Does your marriage need help? Consider participating in Retrouvaille, a program designed to help heal and renew couples who are drifting apart. It consists of one weekend plus six follow-up sessions over the course of three months. The weekends are offered here in Indy just twice a year. There is one coming up February 24-26 at Fatima Retreat House. Contact 489-6811 or helpourmarriage.com for more information.
Mark Your Calendar!
February 3 – Eucharistic Adoration
February 3 – North Deanery Youth Gathering - CANCELED
February 4 – Tai Chi with Fr. Guy
February 4 - Youth Rally
February 8 – First Communion Meeting
February 9 – Bereavement, Prayer Shawl, & Sharing/Caring Meeting
February 11 – SVDP Food Pantry Day
February 11 – Baptism Prep Class
February 11, 12 –SJOASchoolMusical – Wonderland
February 12 – Rite of Sending for RCIA
February 12 – Confirmation Meeting/Rite of Enrollment
February 18 – Reverse Raffle
February 19 – New Parishioner Rite of Welcome/Ministry Fair
February 21 – Daughters of Mary Meeting
February 22 – Ash Wednesday
February 25 – Adult Confirmation Retreat
February 25 – Food Link
February 26 – Catholicism: Faith & Revival/An Evening with Mike Leonard
