A young Padre Pio showing the stigmata (photo from August 19, 1919)
FALL EMBERTIDE: This week we encounter the Fall Ember days, since this is the first week following the feast of the Holy Cross (or "Holyrood").
Fasting days and Emberings be
Lent, Whitsun, Holyrood, and Lucie.
Father Arnaud Devillers explains that:
“Ember Days are three days (Wednesday, Friday and Saturday) set apart in each of the four seasons for fasting, abstinence and prayer. Tied to the seasonal cycles of farming and harvesting, the purpose of Ember Days is to render thanks to God for the gifts of Creation and to ask His help in using them well. Since 1966, the fasting and abstinence are no longer prescribed but still encouraged.”
The fast and abstinence associated with these days are no longer required in the U.S., but let's keep them this year! Notice that one of our League Challenges is associated with Ember Days. See this article for more information on Ember Days from Father Devillers.
TIP of the MORNING:
Age quod agis -- Do what you are doing. Don't let your mind wonder away from the task at hand. When you are doing math, do math. When you are resting, rest. This way you get the most done and get the most out of the time you spend on anything. Be present, focused, and disciplined.
🕓MINI-EXAMS: Make sure you take your mini-exams before they close!🕓
PATRONAL FEAST OF KINGFISHER: Saint Pius of Pietrelcina, devoted servant of Christ in the Eucharist, patron of the House of Kingfisher, and wonderful Spiritual Director; pray for us! Padre Pio's memorial is Wednesday, Sep. 23, 2024
CONGRATULATIONS to the House Prefects!
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- CHANTICLEER: William Wallenberg, Gabrielle Schertzer, and Susanna Henry
- HERONSHAW: Lydia Henry, Evelyn Sherman
- KINGFISHER: Greta Burkhard
CONGRATULATIONS to our Oxrose-Certified Student Tutors!
Look for them in Tutor Times and on the Student Bulletin Board for extra help:
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- Greta Burkhard, Ryann Chen, Thatcher Hambek, Lydia Henry, Susanna Henry, and Theodore Rolling
GENERAL REMINDERS:
- Class Observations Continue this week
- CLT and CLT-10 Dates have been updated. EVERY student this year is automatically registered to take a CLT at his/her respective levels, so please have your student go into the CLT suite to see details.
- REGISTER for WISCONSIN! - Even if you live nearby!!! Start getting your packing supplies organized for the Wisconsin Retreat
- Teacher Watering Hole! Friday, 1:00 pm Central