Our Lady of the Assumption School News Our Lady of the Assumption School students have been celebrating the season of Advent while preparing for the birth of Jesus. The weeks before Christmas are the busiest of the year for families, and at school, we have slowed down and celebrated the season of Advent by lighting classroom Advent wreaths, counting our blessings, going to confession, and collecting toys and food for those less fortunate. Following a cherished OLA tradition, St. Nicholas visited our school on December 6, leaving a small treat in each child’s shoe. The OLA Christmas Program, The XMAS FILES, was presented at two performances last Wednesday, December 18. The show featured all students in grades Kindergarten through 5, preceded by a musical serenade from the Preschoolers. Students from the school will join in the 4 PM Christmas Eve Children’s’ Liturgy. Our Lady of the Assumption School classes attend morning mass once each week, and there is an all-school liturgy once each month. Grades 4 and 5 attend morning mass on Mondays, grades 6, 7 and 8 attend on Wednesdays, and grades 1, 2 and 3 attend on Thursdays. Each Friday, the entire school begins the day on the school front lawn with a prayer service, flag salute and patriotic song. Parishioners are cordially invited to join us for monthly school liturgies, which are at 9:30 AM. The dates of school liturgies and all school events may be found on the school website at www.olaventura.org Catholic Schools Week will be celebrated at Catholic schools throughout the United States from January 26 – February 1, 2014. At Our Lady of the Assumption School, this week is a great occasion! We celebrate with a school liturgy, special recognition for our teachers and priests, service projects and two open house events. All parishioners, friends and prospective families are invited to visit our school on Wednesday, Jan. 29 at 8:30 AM or Thursday, January 30 at 7 PM (science fair display and tours)
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Helpful Tips for Outdoor Fun During the Holidays
The establishment of the Office of Safeguard the Children in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles and the formation of Safeguard the Children Parish Committees in the parishes were mandated by Cardinal Roger Mahony in 2002. The Office of Safeguard the Children assists these permanent Parish Committees in implementing child sexual abuse prevention education, Safe Environment policies, procedures and resources. http://www.archdiocese.la/ protecting/ for more information.
During the increasing cold weather during the holidays, make sure children’s underclothing, gloves, and shoes stay dry. Cutting down your own tree for the holiday may start a wonderful family tradition. However, use eye protection and use extreme caution when cutting the tree, particularly when a chainsaw is used with children around.
Fingerprinting Schedule Holy Cross Thursday, January 23rd 1740 Cliff Drive 12:00am-3:40pm & 5:20pm - 7:20pm Santa Barbara For appointment call (805) 962-7311 Santa Clara 323 S. E St. Oxnard
Make sure that helmets and other appropriate protection is provided, properly fitted, and used with bicycles, roller blades, and skateboards.
Saturday, January 25th 10:00am-1:40pm & 3:20pm - 5:20pm For appointment call (805) 483-6935
For copy of the VIRTUS® article “A quick review of critical holiday safety issues,” email jvienna@la-archdiocese.org
Appointments are necessary as schedules fill up rapidly. Please call in advance to cancel if necessary . - 5-