Mrs. Smith’s Journey to Catholicism and St. Patrick’s Catholic School
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In a world where spirituality often takes a backseat to the hustle and bustle of daily life, Cortney Smith’s journey stands as a testament to the transformative power of faith and the impact of a nurturing educational environment. From a childhood filled with spiritual longing to a fulfilling career as elementary principal at St. Patrick's Catholic School in Portland, Michigan, Cortney's story is one of discovery, perseverance, and the unwavering guidance of the Holy Spirit ..read more
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Holy Week & Easter 2024
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The Paschal Triduum is nearly upon us. From the evening of Holy Thursday to Easter Sunday, the events of this week prove the masterpiece of God’s saving act. Each day bursts at the seams with deep significance of the love that Jesus displays most vividly on the cross. We invite you to join our schools in making the most of this sacred week ..read more
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The Significance of the Act of Contrition in the Sacrament of Penance
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With worldly distractions constantly competing for our attention, it's easy to overlook the profound power of reconciliation and repentance. Yet, within the sacred tradition of our Catholic faith, the sacrament of penance offers a path to spiritual renewal and healing.  ..read more
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Celebrating Catholic Schools Week (January 28 - February 3, 2024)
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, Catholics schools across the nation have recognized the last weekend of January and the following week as Catholic Schools Week. It is such an exciting time for our students, families, teachers, and staff! So much work goes into planning and executing all the special events, traveling to service projects throughout our diocese, inviting new families into our communities, and more. It is truly a time for us to express our gratitude and dedication to Catholic education.  ..read more
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Understanding the Christmas Season
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The Office of Catholic Schools wishes you and your family continued blessings throughout the remaining days of Christmas! For much of the world, Christmas is a single-day celebration, immediately after which trees lose their honored place in the house, lights are boxed away, and carols of good cheer fade out. However, the Church celebrates the birth of Christ throughout the entire Christmas season, which officially culminates with the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord (January 8).  ..read more
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Understanding the Season of Advent
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(Part Two - to read Part One in recognizing the importance of the Advent season,  In keeping with the veneration of our Blessed Mother, the Church reserves December 12 as the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. In 1531, a woman appeared to Juan Diego on the Hill of Tepeyac in modern-day Mexico City, saying, “I am the ever Virgin Mary, Mother of the True, living God.” She implored the man to build a shrine on that very mountain ..read more
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Understanding the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
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3M ago
(Part Two - to read Part One in recognizing the importance of the Advent season,  In keeping with the veneration of our Blessed Mother, the Church reserves December 12 as the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. In 1531, a woman appeared to Juan Diego on the Hill of Tepeyac in modern-day Mexico City, saying, “I am the ever Virgin Mary, Mother of the True, living God.” She implored the man to build a shrine on that very mountain ..read more
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Introducing Karen Gostomski, new principal of St. Michael Catholic School
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As Karen Gostomski approaches her 90th day at St. Michael Catholic School in Remus, the first-year principal reflects on what led to this point in her career and looks forward to the exciting challenges ahead ..read more
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Recognizing the Church’s Diverse Members
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As we have heard many times over the last few weeks, November is a month dedicated to contemplating our own mortality by praying for the souls in purgatory and honoring the saints in heaven. When the reality of remembering our death, causes fear and anxiety, we can have peace in echoing the words of St. Paul: “Oh death, where is thy sting? Oh grave, where is thy victory?” Looking to the saints as heroes of the faith, we strive to imitate Christ as they did, and by doing so, defeat death and gain new life in God.  ..read more
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Solemnity of All Saints
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Homily given by Father David Jameson, Parochial Vicar at St. Patrick Catholic Parish & School (Ada) on Nov. 1, 2023 "One of my family’s favorite pastimes used to be long drives on lazy Sunday afternoons — just getting in the car and driving out into the countryside, no particular destination in mind, and no agenda apart from taking in northwest Louisiana’s natural beauty ..read more
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