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Campus Ministry and Service Newsletter
St. Teresa’s Academy
November 2016
Save the Date
11/1- All Saints Day Mass 10:15AM in Gym
Intention: Mr. Steven Karlin
11/3 Parent/ Daughter Mass 7:10AM - Chapel
Intention: upcoming election Everyone Welcome!
11/9 Sophomore Class Mass
11/16 Junior Class Mass
11/16 Junior Service Contracts Due to Ms. Snyder
11/22 Thanksgiving Prayer Service
9:15AM in Gym
12/1 Parent/ Daughter Mass 7:10AM - Chapel
Intention: Winter Athletes Everyone Welcome!
Inside This Issue
✩ Sharing the Heart ✩ Mission Trip Info ✩ Junior/Senior Service ✩ CSJA Program ✩ 2016-2017 Drives ✩ Service Opportunities ✩ Volunteer of the Month
Saints and Gratitude
Everyday Saint by Young June Lew (2012)
After this I had a vision of a great multitude, which no one could count, from every nation, race, people, and tongue. They stood before the throne and before the Lamb, wearing white robes and holding palm branches in their hands.
Revelation 7:9 This month of November begins with a Mass on All Saints Day, a day when we celebrate our communion with those saints, named and unnamed, who have gone before us. It is a chance to reflect on the unity that is at the core of the CSJ spirituality. We offer our requests for their intercession with confidence that they understand life’s struggles. We offer our prayers of gratitude for the example they gave us. There is no better way to honor our beloved friend, Mr. Steven Karlin, than to recognize and be grateful for the vibrancy which he brought to our lives. With grief, we experience a deep sadness because of our loss. That sadness reveals to us that we had something we loved. Sadness paves the way to gratitude. And because of what we believe about the Incarnation and the Resurrection, we have hope that this loss is not a permanent one - we will one day be united with the whole communion of angels and saints. Sadness, gratitude, hope. Let this month be one of embracing all of these as we journey toward our own sainthood. Have a blessed month and be assured of my prayers for you,
Meredith Snyder Director of Ministry and Service
816-501-0011 ext 233 [email protected]
Sharing the State of the Heart
every Monday Activity 1 (11AM)
Campus Ministry (M02)
Join us every Monday to spend a few minutes reflecting on our lives! This event is a casual space for students to come spend some time sharing about the highs and lows of life and exploring how God might be moving in the day to day. This is a non-judgmental environment of support for walking this journey together and conversations are led by Peer Ministers. Not sure if it’s for you? Come and see! You are welcome to bring your lunch.
2017 Mission Trips
The 2017 Spring Break Guatemala Mission Trip is full.
Jerusalem Farm Kansas City, MO July 23-29, 2017
This trip will be an opportunity to enter into an intentional living community with members who seek to live their faith radically
through the four cornerstones of simple living, community, prayer and service to our neighbors. We
will be participating in home repair projects around Kansas City.
Click here for trip information!
Presidential Service
All students are welcome to apply for this award. Final submission
deadline for this years’ awards is March 7. For more information click
HERE.
Jr/Sr Service ★ Full project details can be found in
the information packet: HERE. ★ Service contracts indicating
juniors’ final project selection are due on Nov 16 to Ms. Snyder. Given that the volunteer spots are first come first served, students are encouraged to take initiative early. Students are welcome to schedule an appointment with Ms. Snyder if they are needing help.
★ Seniors who have not finished their phase 2 requirement should look at doing that in the days they have off school in November.
Freshman Service
“For in him were created all things in heaven and on earth” (Col. 1:16)
Our Freshman Service Day was a great success! Students collected over 10 different types of native
grass and wildflower seeds that will be used to help preserve the prairie.
The seeds collected provide environments for insect, butterflies, and birds who rely on these plants
for survival. Thanks Class of 2020 for protecting our Common Home!
CSJA Program
The CSJ Associates (CSJA) at STA are excited to announce four new
members who professed their initial commitment at the St. Teresa
of Avila Prayer Service on Oct 19. CSJAs commit to living the values
and spirituality of the Sisters of St. Joseph in an intentional way
through faith sharing groups and in their everyday lives. Welcome Barb
Cusick, Jenny Greene, Jennifer Petree, and Michael Sanem.
Congratulations and thank you!
2016-2017 Drives
STA students have responded to requests from our community with
the following on-campus efforts:
Guatemala Truck Fundraiser (Sept) Team-Up for St. Jude’s (Sept)
Haiti Medical Mission Drive (Oct) Breast Cancer Awareness (Oct)
Food for Thought (Oct) Catholic Charities Coat Drive (Dec)
Giving the Basics (Jan/Feb) Blood Drive (March 31)
Community Service Opportunities
Groundhog Run For 35 years, Children’s TLC Groundhog Run’s sponsors, runners, and volunteers have helped
support young children in our community with special needs. We will be extending special discounted pricing to students representing your school while also tracking your team members
performance and reporting end results for all included. 5K - $25 10K - $30
Interested in learning more? Set up your school’s promo code today by contacting Elizabeth DeWitt, 816-751-7786 or [email protected]
Not a runner but want to give back? Contact Sarah at [email protected] to sign up for volunteer service during the most fun run in Kansas City!
STEAM Tutoring Contact: Dr. Mandi Sonnenburg, [email protected]
What: Dr. Mandi Sonnenberg, professor at Rockhurst University, runs an after school program for elementary and middle school students at the Kansas City STEAM-studio. She needs student volunteers to help teach STEAM curriculum once a week for six weeks. There are four sessions. No prerequisite knowledge is needed. When: Students will arrive at the STEAM-Studio by 3:30 and teach until 5:30. Session 2A. Every Monday from November 7th - December 12th. Session 2B. Every Tuesday from November 1 - December 6th. What do you get out of it? Opportunity to work at the STEAM-Studio, located at the offices of the Gould Evans architecture firm, opportunity to learn about STEAM concepts and teach the concepts to younger students, opportunity to work with Dr. Sonnenberg and even contribute to a research study, 12 service hours for each session.
Research Hospital Gift Shop
SPO (Service Partners Organization) Gift Shop, the gift shop at Research Hospital, is looking for volunteers to work after school and on Saturdays.
Contact: Kelly McKee if interested: [email protected]
Star Cups
Job Description: Assist with set up, making and serving beverages, and clean up for StarCups. Dates: (All are Fridays) 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16 Times: 6:45 - 8:15 am Would probably need a maximum of 2 volunteers per date. Contact: Teresa Winfield - [email protected]
Star Shop Volunteer
The Star Shop is in need of volunteers to assist with sales and merchandising at sporting games and
special events throughout the year. Below are some upcoming events help is needed: Dates: Thursday, December 1st - after school - set up for Christmas Sale Friday, December 2nd - during school, set up for Christmas Sale Saturday, December 3rd - 8:30am-3:00pm. Any time during those hours. Preferably a commitment of a 2 hour shift. Contact: Laura Benge for more information and to sign up! [email protected]
STA Athletics Volunteers
The Athletics Department is in need of volunteers to work concessions and admission gate for all games during Basketball season, Soccer and Lacrosse. Contact Amanda Hanneman if you are interested
Star Volunteer of the Month
Senior Karen Enriquez volunteers at a STEM Mentoring Program. Here she tutors grade-school children and helps them explore fields of science and engineering. She leaves school six times a
semester for a half day to volunteer her time. Karen was also selected to serve on the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City’s Student Board of Directors. This programs reaches out to minority students and those in under-served populations around the city to increase their
understanding of economic, financial, and occupational topics. She was the only student from a Catholic school in the area selected. Thanks for your service, Karen!
If you would like to have a service opportunity posted here or nominate someone for volunteer of the month, email information to [email protected]