Today is the Second Sunday of Easter, also known as Divine Mercy Sunday.
The Gospel is about Jesus’ appearance to the disciples after his resurrection. Thomas did not believe that Jesus was actually present among them until Thomas put his hands in Jesus’ wounds. Sometimes we are like Thomas, finding it difficult to believe in how strong God’s love is.
Let us pray…
Loving Jesus,
May we always be aware of Your love and mercy in our lives.
May we believe that You are present in us, our family, friends,
and even in our enemies.
May we become discerning believers formed in the
Catholic faith community by looking for Jesus in everyone.
Amen.
Catholic School Council (CSC) Fundraiser
Looking to update your family photo in time for Mother’s Day? PhotoWorks is offering a Boutique Family Portraits experience at St. Mark CES on Wednesday, April 24th, 2024, from 4:00-8:30pm in the library.
This is a photo-based fundraiser for the school and a great opportunity for families to experience a specialty family portrait session that they will cherish.
This unique session will include multiple poses. The session fee is $35 and includes an 8×10 print of your choice. A portion of the money raised from session fees will go toward the school.
You will be able to view and order your exclusive portraits immediately following your session. You may order additional portraits and a percentage of all add on sales will also go to our schools fundraising efforts.
Please visit St. Mark CES April 24th PhotoWorks Sign Up link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508044EAEAF29A0FF2-48650345-stmarks to book your time session. Please note that families of 6 or more will be required to book more than one session.
Please see the attachment for information on what to expect at the family portrait session.
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Parent Session at St. Brigid CES
We are grateful to St. Brigid CES for extending an invitation to St. Mark CES parents and guardians to participate in a special presentation. Please see the information below.
St. Brigid CES is delighted to announce that Aubrey Noronha will be hosting a parent presentation entitled, “Colour Blind: Why being ‘NOT RACIST’ is not enough anymore”, at St. Brigid CES.
Aubrey Noronha is a recognized Character Education and Safe Schools Speaker who believes in the possibility of a safer and more emotionally connected school culture. We believe that his insights and knowledge will greatly benefit students and school communities.
Details of the event are as follows:
– Date: Wednesday, April 17th, 2024
– Time: 6:45 pm
– Location: St. Brigid CES Gymnasium
We look forward to seeing you at the event.
St. Mark CES parents/guardians who wish to participate in this free session are asked to complete the attached google form so St. Brigid CES may plan accordingly: https://forms.gle/ERZ8DmkB5KP7oai6A
Next Week’s Activities and Events
Here is a look ahead to next week…
Monday, April 8th:
– Early dismissal at 11:45am due to solar eclipse; lunch from 11:10-11:30am; parents/guardians are reminded to please pack a morning snack and lunch for your child.
Wednesday, April 10th:
– Markham School of Dance Program Workshop, Grades 4-6 classes
– CSC Meeting in the library, 6:30pm; all parents/guardians are welcome to attend
Friday, April 12th:
– Kaleidoscope in the Schools (KITS) – Aurora Cultural Centre, Carousel Players Lig & Bittle show
> FDK to Grade 4 in the gymnasium, 8:45am
> Post-show acting workshop, Grade 4 in the library, 10:00am
– Student Silent Art Auction at Elite Elite Class (200 Mostar St., Unit A114 Stouffville), 6:00-8:00pm; families are invited to attend and bid on an original student artwork!
Upcoming Activities and Events
April 16th: Travelling Stage Dance Program Workshop, Grades 1-3
April 17th: Praying the Rosary with the Rosary Apostolate
April 17th: Parent Evening Session, “Colour Blind: Why being ‘NOT RACIST’ is not enough anymore”, presented by Aubrey Noronha, at St. Brigid CES, 6:45pm
April 18th: Travelling Stage Dance Program Workshop, Grades 1-3
April 18th: St. Mark CES Junior Oral Communications Competition, 8:45am
April 19th: Markham School of Dance Program Workshop, Grades 4-6
April 21st: First Holy Communion at St. Mark Parish, Grade 2 students, 2:00pm
April 22nd: Earth Day
April 22nd: Bilingual Circus Ventriloquist Presentation, 10:00am
April 23rd: Travelling Stage Dance Program Workshop, Grades 1-3
April 24th: CSC Family Portraits Event, 4:00-8:00pm
April 25th: Easter & St. Mark Feast Day Mass, 10:00am
April 26th: Markham School of Dance Program Workshop, Grades 4-6
April 30th: Travelling Stage Dance Program Workshop, Grades 1-3
May 2nd: Travelling Stage Dance Program Workshop, Grades 1-3
May 3th: Markham School of Dance Program Workshop, Grades 4-6
May 6th-10th: Catholic Education Week – “We are Called to Love”
May 7th: Travelling Stage Dance Program Workshop, Grades 1-3
May 7th: Junior Boys Basketball Tournament at St. Brendan CES
May 8th: Junior Girls Basketball Tournament at St. Mark CES
May 9th: Markham School of Dance Program Final Show, time TBA
May 10th: Travelling Stage Dance Program Final Performance, Grades 1-3, 12:30pm
May 13th: FDK Mother’s Day Celebration
May 15th: Rosary Apostolate
May 15th: Catholic School Council Meeting, 6:30pm
May 22nd: Rosary Apostolate May Celebration
Closing Prayer
Let us close by praying:
Glory be to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.
As it was in the beginning is now and ever shall be,
world without end.
Amen.
St. Mark, pray for us.
Wishing you a fantastic week!
Sincerely,
C. Quadrini, Principal