July 1, 2013
To all OLA Religious Ed
parents:
As most of you know, Wanda
Gawarecki, has “retired” as Director of Religious Ed at Our
Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, and I will be replacing
her as of June 1st. I expect this year to be
educational for me as well as your children; therefore, I
ask for your patience and understanding during this learning
process.
Enclosed is a calendar of
important 2013-2014 Religious Ed dates, including classes
and parent meetings. Last year’s classes proved challenging
in many areas, such as classroom accommodations, due to the
large number of students. You will notice a MANDATORY
parent and student meeting immediately after mass, Sunday,
August 11th in the parish hall to discuss with
the parents and students some of the changes we will be
implementing to alleviate those issues for the upcoming
Religious Ed year. Because the meeting is MANDATORY, your
child(ren) will not be allowed to begin Religious Ed classes
if at least ONE PARENT is not in attendance at the meeting.
It is also my intention to
have the parents of the students participate in Religious Ed
activities such as Adoration, reciting of the Rosary and
Stations of the Cross during Religious Ed class hours. Our
children learn by examples set by us as parents. If we are
not willing to devote a portion of our time to the Church,
outside of mass, neither will our children. Enclosed is a
list of student families and their designated service
times. If you are not available to participate at your
designated time, it is your responsibility to find a
substitute, or contact me for options.
Also, be reminded that 8th
and 9th graders are required to complete 4
service hours in church activities, and 10th
graders are required to complete 8 service hours in church
activities. Catholic school students should remember to
turn in their completed service hours to the Religious Ed
office. Forms are available in the OLA Religious Ed
office. There are many opportunities throughout the year
for the students to earn the required service hours.
Thank you for your time.
Please do not hesitate to contact me either by cell
225.278.6426, or email
manddplumbing@bellsouth.net if you have any questions,
suggestions or concerns. I look forward to the new
adventures!
In Christ,
Denise Payne
Director of Religious
Education
Our Lady of Assumption
Catholic Church
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