The Golden Rule as explained in the Gospel of Matthew offers wisdom on ways to avoid actions that could be hurtful to others. “In everything, do to others as you would have them do to you.” It is important for each one of us to be kind and respectful, and to be aware of how our words and actions affect others. We ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: February 24-28, 2025"
Tomorrow is Family Day, a good day to pause and thank God for the gift of our families. We know that parents and those who act as parents in the lives of our students can be models of wisdom.
Loving God, you gave us the commandment to honour our father and mother. In your loving kindness hear our prayers for ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: February 17-21, 2025"
During the month of February, we reflect on the virtue of wisdom. May we each pray and ask God to help us to use good judgment when speaking, and to have thoughts worthy of what we have received, for God is the source of all wisdom.
Let us pray this prayer for wisdom and peace:
God ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: February 10-14, 2025"
Welcome to February!
February is Black Heritage Month. Throughout this month we celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Canadians both past and present. We recognize the courage of those forced to fight for freedom and equality. May their example inspire us to build a community of justice in our school, community, and throughout the world.
This Wednesday, January 29th is the beginning of the Lunar New Year 2025, and will mark the beginning of the Year of the Snake. The Lunar New Year as a celebration is observed by numerous cultures. This festival means the beginning of spring and the arrival of the new year.
Let us pray this prayer for the Lunar ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: January 27-31, 2025"
I hope you enjoyed this cold and frosty weekend!
Tomorrow, January 20th, is the day of recognition of the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr., the American leader of the Civil Rights movement in the 1960s. His dream was focused on unity, inclusion, equity and justice for all.
I have a dream that one day, all people will ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: January 20-24, 2025"
