God of Peace - We pray for those who have served our nation and have laid down their lives to protect and defend our freedom We pray for those who have fought, whose spirits and bodies are scarred by war, Whose nights are haunted by memories too painful for the light of day. We pray for those who serve us no, especially for those in harm’s way. Shield them from danger and bring them home. Turn the hearts and minds of our leaders and our enemies to the work of justice and a harvest of peace. Spare the poor, Lord, spare the poor. May the peace you left us, the peace you gave us, be the peace that sustains, the peace that saves us. Amen.

November 6, 2019

Mark Your Calendars

Stewardship Friday November 8 Veteran’s Day Program November 11 NO SCHOOL – Turkey Day November 27-29 Secret Santa Shop December 3 Christmas Program December 12 Early Dismissal 1:00 (No After School Care) December 19 Classroom Christmas Party December 19 Christmas Break December 20 – January 1

Monthly Trait – Respect During October we learned about the trait of being faithful. We will continue to work on ways to be faithful and become closer to God in our daily lives. This month our trait is: Respect. Students are asked to be more mindful of their actions and show respect to everyone. Try saying “Please” and “Thank You” when asking for something. Make sure to make eye contact when talking to someone. Understand that it is not respectful to talk back to a teacher or authority figure. It is important to remember what Jesus said “Do unto others as you would have them do to you.”

Employment Opportunities Immediate opening for a Part-Time Janitorial/Maintenance Position. St. Anthony Church is seeking to employ a part-time Janitorial/Maintenance Employee. Employee will assist the Maintenance Supervisor in maintaining the grounds and buildings. Hours are normally 25 hours per week. For more details please contact Mark Clements at m.clements@stanthony-clarksville.org or 812-282-2290. Handbook Reminder – Health Tip Please remember the following guidelines from the handbook to help prevent the spread of illness.

Students who have a fever should stay at home. Students may return to school if they are fever free without medication for 24 hours.

Students recovering from a stomach bug (vomiting and/or diarrhea) should remain home until symptom free for 24 hours.

Students recovering from or being diagnosed with “pink eye” (conjunctivitis) must be on medication at least 24 hours before returning to school.

Students who are recovering from lice must be nit free or have been treated for lice before returning to school.

Students will not be allowed to return to school the following day if they have left with a fever, vomiting, or diarrhea. It MUST be 24 hours before the student can return to school.

Veteran’s Day Veteran’s Day gives us the opportunity to celebrate and honor the bravery and sacrifice of all of our U.S. Veterans. This year we will host our first annual Veteran’s Day celebration. Please see the flyer in the Bear Facts to be a part of this wonderful event. Secret Santa It is that time of year again, time for Secret Santa Shopping. See the attached flyer and form and return to St. Anthony’s School office by Tuesday, November 19th. If you would like to help with this wonderful event, please use the form to sign up. Box Tops Thank you to all of those who have either sent in Box Tops or have used the Box Top App to earn money for our school. I am proud to announce the class winners for our Box Top Competition. In first place was Mrs. Pickerrell’s class, they will receive an ice cream party. In 2nd Place was Mrs. Reardon’s class, they will receive an out of uniform day. Don’t forget to download the Box Tops for Education App. It is very easy to use. You just scan your receipt within 14 days of the purchase to earn money for St. Anthony School. This is a great way for us to purchase P.E. and playground equipment. Shout Out I would like to give a shout out to those parents that provided snacks for teachers during Parent Teacher Conferences. The snacks were delicious! You are very thoughtful, thank you so much! Also I want to give a shout out to Mr. Dino for providing soups both nights of Parent Teacher Conferences. Scrap Paper The office is always in need of scrap paper. If you have any scrap paper you would like to donate, please send into the front office. Or if your place of work has scrap paper they would be willing to donate, please send into the front office. Thanks for your help! Handyman Do you consider yourself a handyman or know someone who is? Would you be willing to volunteer your time to help St. Anthony School? We are looking for a handyman to help with a few jobs around the school. If you would be interested in volunteering your time and earning service hours, please contact Stephany Tucker 812-282-2144. Stewardship Intention Cards During October, we asked all of our parish families to complete an intention card to indicate their commitment of prayer, presence, time, talent, and treasure to St. Anthony Parish. All St. Anthony School families receiving a St. Anthony Parish Stewardship Scholarship are required to complete an intention card each year. If you still have the intention card that was mailed in October, please return the original card to the parish office by mail or place it in the collection basket at Mass. If you misplaced the intention card, please visit St. Anthony Church website.

This Friday is Stewardship Friday!

Kindergarten – After the lesson, the students will understand that: 1) our homes are a blessing from God; 2) not everyone has a home; and 3) it is difficult to be homeless.

1st Grade – After the lesson the students will understand how they can help someone in need and will be prepared to serve the pre-school children at Community Action of Southern Indiana Head Start. Please look for information coming home Friday about a special stewardship project and field trip.

2nd Grade – After the lesson the students will understand the concepts of 1) helping the hungry through a food collection, 2) sharing out of gratitude and 3) making donations more personal by writing a special note to the recipient.

3rd Grade – Students will make a gift for their assisted living home pen pal; students will understand how hand-made gifts can show God’s love to others; and they will experience the satisfaction of making something special with their own hands. Please look for information coming home Friday about a special stewardship project and field trip.

4th Grade – After reading the articles, answering the questions, and role-playing as doctors, the students will understand different disabilities and will experience answering patient’s questions as a doctor.

5th Grade – After hearing from speakers, students will understand the role that faith and attitude play in the healing and well-being of those who are living with a serious illness.

6th Grade – After hearing a case study and discussion, students will understand the effects of “healthy ingredients” in the development of children growing to adulthood.

7th Grade – After viewing a video and hearing from our Virtue Speaker students will understand their Stewardship Virtue Scripture (Proverbs 16:3) and the importance of commitment. Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established. Proverbs 16:3

8th Grade – After the session students will know how to create and to begin planning for their Signature Service Project.

Your child will again bring home a Family Stewardship discussion paper. This document will let you know what they

learned and it provides you with a 5-minute parent/student discussion format to re-enforce the Stewardship Friday

lesson. You are asked to sign this paper and return it to your child’s teacher.

Reminder: You will find A G.I.F.T.S for God envelope in the Wednesday Folder. Involvement in G.I.F.T.S. for

GOD is between the student and God. Giving is NOT be monitored.

Stewardship Scholarship Update:

1. 2nd Quarter Service Hour Reporting – If you have not turned in your Second Quarter Service Hour Forms please turn them in. http://www.stap.us/quarterly-service-hour-report

2. Mass Attendance - Several families are falling behind to the point they need to pick up the pace. Unlike the service hours, if you get too far behind in Mass attendance it is more difficult to make up ground. There are 21 more weekends left this year to get to the 26 minimum requirement by March 30, 2020. If you have any questions on where your family stands in Mass attendance after 7 months, send an e-mail to Jim Kenney @ jimkenneyiii@gmail.com . Jim will e-mail to you, your families attendance number through October 31, 2019.

3. 2020 Intention Card – Your Parish 2020 Intention Card is due. If you have not turned it in please put in the collection basket at Mass or send or drop off to the Parish Office.