St. Joseph Academy Rolls out “Peace and Protection” During Mission and Heritage Week
At the beginning of Mission and Heritage Week, St. Joseph Academy partnered with Felician Services and the Pax Group to initiate ongoing education related to providing a peaceful and protective school environment. This collegial project, initiated months ago in collaboration among the partnering organizations, puts a focus on empowering all community members to be an active participant in a safe-school program.
The program includes visual reminders and calls to action via ongoing education to promote this peaceful school community. Students participated in designs, now emblazoned on banners, that speak to peace and protection. Students joined in a powerful gesture that shows how they feel when they feel protected. Two assemblies – one for parents and one for students – kicked off this year-long initiative.
HNMCS 5th and 6th Graders Kick-off the Year with Retreat
The HNMCS school community kicked off the year with retreats and adventure. Mr. Matthew Snowden, Mission Leader, accompanied the Grades 5 & 6 on their retreat. In a creative and spiritual gathering, students came together to explore the profound question, “What is God like?” Through prayers expressed in color and the painting of rocks, the group celebrated the unique beauty within each individual student. The event offered a reflective and artistic way for these young students to connect with their faith, using art to symbolize their personal spiritual journeys.
Felician University Men’s Soccer Team Brings Faith and Fun to Felician Sisters
Ranked #14 in the latest United Soccer Coaches NCAA Division II national Top 25 poll, the Felician University Men’s Soccer team made a special visit to the Felician Sisters Convent. The players gifted the Sisters a signed soccer ball and took time to teach them some of their favorite moves from the field. The visit was a heartwarming moment filled with faith, service, and shared joy, bringing the team and the Sisters together in a unique and memorable way. You can watch the TikTok video here.
Angela Hospice’s Walk of Rembrance
Recently, Angela Hospice held its 17th annual Walk of Remembrance under clear, sunny skies. Families and individuals gathered to honor and celebrate loved ones who have passed, sharing moments of reflection and connection. The event was a touching reminder of the enduring love that brings comfort and inspiration to those who have lost loved ones, especially those under the tender care of Angela Hospice. Whether the day brought laughter, tears, or both, participants had the opportunity to keep their loved ones close to their hearts.
Hopebound Ministries: Mooncrest Neighborhood Programs Releases a Butterfly from its Care
Recently, Hopebound Ministries: Mooncrest Neighborhood Program celebrated the release of its first Monarch butterfly! Thanks to Ms. Jochmann for securing a caterpillar, affectionately named Hermie by Ms. Carmen after the Max Lucado character. Students from the afterschool program watched in awe as Hermie grew from a green caterpillar to a striped Monarch before transforming into a chrysalis. When he was fully transformed, Hermie emerged as a beautiful butterfly, spending the day drying his wings before being released into the pollinator patch, accompanied by the students’ joyful rendition of the butterfly song.
