The Times They Are ‘A Changin

As we begin registration for religious education for this year, I recently had a discussion with some of our staff. We have observed that over the years, society has changed a great deal and children are exposed at an earli- er age to many things that children were kept from at least a generation ago. Topics such as divorce, abortion, abuse, drugs, violence and sexual issues are topics that are covered on our 24/7 news cycle.

Certain topics are discussed in school to keep children alert to possible dangers they may encounter. Some of the issues that children are confronted with are issues that Catholic morality addresses. As Church leaders and catechists, we have a responsibility to discuss these is- sues in teaching the faith as we work alongside parents. When sensitive issues come up, we discuss and deal with them according to age appropriate guidelines. It is a chal- lenge for us to prepare and instruct with the materials we use.

As we are about ready to adopt a new book series, please look over the grade level book that your child will be using and if there are terms, words, and concepts that you need to discuss with the religious education staff or myself, please feel free to do so. Remember, we are all in this together.

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Expenses for 8/1 to 8/10
 

                                           Payroll                           $13,893.92
                                           Utilities                            3,420.46
                                           Maintenance                  1,483.44
                                           Office                                1093.04 
                                           Rectory                               200.00
                                           Town Bus                            100.00
                                           TOTAL                           $20,190.86