Bishop Robert Morneau is an accomplished theologian who often writes about stewardship. He says, “What is this way of life, this putting God first in all things, this proportionate giving of everything unto the Lord, this refusal to take more than we need? Yesterday I met a flock of them, these stewards, gathered to thank God for his providential love and tell again and again the joy, the peace of giving. It wasn't the words that touched me, rather the quiet assurance that things were ordered, time, talent, treasure aligned with Transcendence, all coming from Love, lived in Love, directed toward Love. What touched me was the rightness of this way of life, this joyful giving, this sacrificial attitude, this sublime joy.”
There really is a joy in the simplicity of it. I was babysitting my grandchildren this past weekend; and I noticed that when we brought out just a few toys at a time, that the girls were totally engaged. On other visits to my house, all of the toys would be taken out in a sort of frenzied way, resulting in a big mess followed by a very quick, “I’m bored!” So now, I am going with the ALDI philosophy…..less choice makes the shopping trip go faster, and less choice makes the toys seem more precious. This does free me up to be more generous and sacrificial. I am finding that I like the peace that comes with it. God is Good.
5th Annual Fall Fun Fair - This Sunday, September 29th from 1-4 pm
Well, it is finally here! The ‘place to be’ this weekend will be the ASCA Fall Fun Fair – this Sunday, September 29 from 1-4 pm! Pre-ordered t-shirts and tickets will be going home today – Wednesday, September 25 - with your student. Please be sure to look for both, and contact Maria Gulli at pmgulli@comcast.net with any questions.
T-shirt colors by grade level are as follows: Yellow – Preschool through 1st grade, Orange - 2nd through 5th grade, Green - Junior High). Even if you didn't pre-order tickets, come to the Fun Fair – tickets will be available for purchase on Fair Day. This year's fun fair includes Sandy Candy, Bounce House, Cake Walk, Photobooth, Button making, Sports Zone, Games, Prizes and much, much more!
If you are donating peanut-free baked good items, please drop them off at school from 3:00 - 3:45 pm on Friday, September 27, or at Door 1(by the stained glass windows) from 9 am to Noon on Saturday, September 28. Thanks, and see you at the fair!
Mark your calendar for the Book Fair - October 15 - October 18th!!!
The Fall Book Fair is fast approaching. Please plan to join us in McSherry Hall - to purchase books and help support our school library. The book fair hours are:
Tuesday, October 15
12:15 -3:00 pm - Student preview only, no sales
Wednesday, October 16 - Book Sales
9:15 - 11:30 am
3:00 - 6:00 pm
Thursday, October 17 Book Sales
8:00 - 11:30 am
3:00 - 6:00 pm - Family Night
Friday, October 18
8:00 - 10:00 am - Final Book Sales
If you are available to volunteer, please contact Mary Neal at nealja123@sbcglobal.net, or Carly Wold at carlenewold@gmail.com.
At Home with Faith Newsletter
Once again courtesy of SHPP, each family will receive a monthly copy of the newsletter At Home with Faith throughout the school year. As a source for everyday wisdom from real Catholic parents, the newsletter offers down-to-earth creative ideas and tested strategies to assist parents in passing on a living faith to their children, while deepening their own faith in the process. At Home with Our Faith is Claretian Publications’ award-winning family spirituality newsletter, awarded a First Place in General Excellence from the Catholic Press Association each year since 2010. We hope you enjoy this insightful reading.
September Instrument Collection - FINAL WEEK OF COLLECTION
During the month of September, Community Outreach will be collecting musical instruments in good condition. Instead of collecting dust, give the precious gift of music to a child. All donations can be brought to the ASCA office. The instruments will be donated to local students. “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” ― Plato. Please contact Ann Zediker at jazediker@comcast.net with any questions.
Affy Tapples for Sale!
Fall has arrived, and that means that it is Affy Tapple time! Perfect for the Fall Season, Affy Tapples are crisp, delicious apples dipped in buttery caramel and coated with delicious toppings. Affy Tapples are also a great choice for Halloween treats, party favors, or trick-or-treaters!
Affy Tapples are available for purchase by individual apple (individually wrapped), or by the case. Cases of the "Original" Affy Tapple include 24 individually wrapped apples. Cases of "Gourmet" Affy Tapple (Jumbo size) include 12 individually wrapped apples. This year we are also offering Affy Tapple Caramel Corn. Caramel Corn is sold in individual 5.5 oz. bags, or in cases of 24 bags.
Orders will be available for pick up in McSherry Hall on Thursday, October 24th from 3:00 - 6:00 pm. This sale is sponsored by and benefits the ASCA Class of 2014. Please contact Anna Gallagher at anna_gallagher@sbcglobal.net with any questions. Order forms are going home with all oldest/only students today.
Please return your completed Affy Tapple order form and payment to the school office by
8:00 am Wednesday, October 15th. Checks should be made payable to ASCA. Please send your order in an envelope marked: "Affy Tapple". Thank you in advance for your support.
Save the date for the Annual Booster’s Roller Skating Party!
The ASCA Boosters Club will host its annual roller skating party Wednesday, November 6th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm at Aurora Skate Center. There is no school the next day so, please mark you’re your calendars for another great year of some roller skating fun! More information to follow in the weeks to come!
News from All Saints Athletic Association
All Saints Volleyball
Congratulations to our 8A Girls’ volleyball team who took 1st place in the Benet Academy Volleyball tournament this past Sunday in a final match against SS Peter and Paul!! Way to go! Please come and support our teams! A full schedule of games can be found by clicking on the following link on the ASCA website: http://ascasports.org/volleyball/game-schedule.
Cross Country News
Come out this Saturday, September 28 for our cross country meet which starts at 9 am sharp. This week’s meet is at the Downers Grove Swim and Racquet Club, 5560 Fairview Ave. in Downers Grove. Additional information can be found by visiting http://www.s-p-l.org/.
Basketball
The upcoming season is around the corner and evaluations will take place on October 19, 20 and 26. Details on specific times are now posted on the ASAA website at http://ascasports.org/.
KidsMatter Youth Volunteer Fair
The annual KidsMatter Youth Volunteer Fair for students and families will be held at the Naperville Municipal City Municipal Center, located at 400 South Eagle Street, on Thursday, October 3rd from 5:30 until 7:30 pm. Over 25 local nonprofit agencies and organizations will be on hand to showcase their volunteer and advocacy opportunities, enabling students to find service venues that match their interests, major, career goals, and schedules. This free Fair is open to all students from area middle and high schools, and is an ideal opportunity for youth groups from faith communities, scout troops, and other youth organizations to choose their service projects. For additional information, please visit www.kidsmatter2us.org.