#CSW2025

Catholic Schools Week

Big Happenings/ Announcements:

• Tomorrow is OLG Spirit Wear or uniform.
• By tomorrow, you will be receiving the Intent to Return Survey (Preschool- 7th grade) due Jan 22nd. This is mandatory. Thank you for completing it.
• Fr. Kevin’s Farewell Party Sunday, Jan 12th after 11:00 am Mass. All are welcome.

Dear Families, 

Happy New Year to all of you! Over Christmas break, we began the Jubilee Year, proclaimed by Pope Francis as “The Year of Hope” in which we have been called to be “pilgrims of hope”. In his papal letter to the people, he stated “We must fan the flame of hope that has been given us, and help everyone to gain new strength and certainty by looking to the future with an open spirit, a trusting heart and far-sighted vision.” How do we do this in our own lives? In our building? How do we keep hope alive? The simplest answer is to live lives that place Christ in the center, or at minimum, involved in some capacity, through prayer and relationship. In our actions, in how we treat one another, we keep hope alive, we “fan the flame” and plan for the future. As you may recall, our school theme this year calls us each by name, to be Disciples with Hope to Bring. As we move into the new year, I invite you to read over Pope Francis’ letter and learn more about the Jubilee Year that we are embarking upon as a global church.

If you are one to make resolutions, I invite you to resolve to make changes in your day to day that bring you closer to God through hope in one another, and closer to a brighter future for your children, our children for generations to come. In this Year of Hope, let us celebrate and rejoice in the possibilities that come when we make stronger our resolve to pray (a “symphony of prayer”, Pope Francis calls it). Let us rejoice in the opportunity and possibilities to grow closer to God through one another, through the Church and in the way that we walk through the world. We are Disciples with Hope to Bring. 

Jan 10 - OLG Spirit Wear Day - Wear OLG-related gear only (not other schools/teams), or your uniform

Jan 12 - Fr. Kevin’s Farewell Party after 11am mass (7th grade helpers serve)

Jan 13-14 Donation collection before and after school at the gym playground (lightly used children's toys, books and supplies)

Jan 14 - Parent Org Meeting 6:00 pm School Hall

Jan 15 - Wednesday 2:15 pm Early Dismissal (K-8)

Jan 16 - Full Uniform "blues" K-8

• All School Mass 9:00 am
• FCE comes home

Jan 20 - NO SCHOOL Martin Luther King Holiday (No aftercare)

Jan 24 - NOON Dismissal - Professional Development -Sign up for EDC

Catholic Schools Week: Jan 26 to 31

• Encourage new families to attend Open House Jan 26 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
• All students in attendance and in uniform at Open House and 11:00 am Mass will be eligible for free dress at a later date
• Special Persons Day is Thursday, Jan 30th

Stay up-to-date with calendar events

2025-26 Re-enrollment Process Starts Now

PreSchool to 7th grade families, check your email this week for the 2025-26 Intent to Return. Please complete this short survey promptly.

The re-enrollment process will continue after State of the school when you will be asked to complete the 2025-26 contract in Finalsite.

Honor Band Audition Time!

Dear Band Parents in grades 6-8,

Band members received a detail sheet regarding the upcoming auditions prior to vacation.  Important facts to note!

All auditions are held in the Kennedy Catholic Music Room on a first come basis. Siblings need only attend one night. If the assigned day does not work for the family calendar, please come the other evening.

• Wed January 15th 5:00 - 7:00pm / Clarinets/Saxes/Drums
• Thur January 16th 5:00 - 7:00pm / Flutes, Bells, Trumpets and Trombones

Looking forward to listening to our talented young musicians!

Miss McKamey

Thanks to Our Donation All-Stars!

Thanks to all the All-Star families who have made their item or cash donations via the online submission form - if you donated a physical item, please leave it at the front desk no later than January 17 or make arrangements with the auction co-chairs via email at  olg.auction.chair@gmail.com for pick-up of tangible items.

Join Our Championship Team

We are still scouting out some Varsity Volunteers to help throw the biggest party of the year! Be on the lookout for a Sign-Up Genius in the coming weeks for a chance to get off the bench.

Be an Auction Sponsor!

Do you own a business that would benefit from exposure in the West Seattle community? Several sponsorship opportunities exist for this year’s OLG All-Stars Auction! Visit the auction website for sponsorship levels or contact our Development Director, Natalie Trius at development@guadalupe-school.org for details on sponsoring this year’s auction. If an OLG family secures a sponsor at the $1,000 level or greater, we’ll give you one complimentary auction ticket! 

CYO Photos Needed

Have CYO photos new or old? The Auction Committee is seeking any CYO photos to highlight OLG All-Stars past and present! Send your photos to olg.auction.chair@gmail.com or drop them by the front desk by February 7th - we’ll return them! 

Volleyball Registration is OPEN!

Grades 4-8

Register for Volleyball!

Prayers continue for our new priests and parish family. And for Fr. Kevin and Fr. Jack.

For our community members whose family members who are fighting cancer and other ailments.

For all families, students, children and community members be joyful and full of hope!

Partners in the Gospel Update

As we begin the new year, we continue to build relationships within our West Seattle Catholic Community. During the next couple of months, Fr. Phuong, our Pastor will begin the process of forming the Parish Family Advisory Council (PFAC). This leadership group will be his go-to non-staff group to consult and will the key consultative body for the creation of the One Parish Plan. The Archdiocese will provide trainings and resources to assist with this effort. More details to come. 

As always, we are interested in your thoughts on communications and initiatives that will help us in this effort. You can submit suggestions, comments, and questions here or filling out a comment card in church vestibules.

Fr. Kevin Farewell Reception Jan 12th

Honor Fr. Kevin to say thank you and farewell! Join us at 11:00 am Mass where he will receive a special blessing. After Mass there will be a reception in the Walmesley Center where you will have a chance to personally thank him for his years fo service as our Pastor. Click here for more

OLG Yard Sale Donations!

AFTER CHRISTMAS PURGE!

Let's try this yard sale collection again in January when you are ready to purge, clean out, and clean up! We will have bins at the school on Jan 13 and 14 or you may drop items off any time at the church office. For questions, or to volunteer, contact Molly or Sarah at the parish office.

The January issue of Family Times is available

In this issue: Increasing Prayer, The Jubilee Year, The Epiphany, Martin Luther King Day, Racial Equity, Cabin Fever Breakout and Coming Events

The Washington State Bishops have written a letter on immigration in response to the threats of mass deportations and forced separation of families that has caused great fear for refugees and migrants and their families— documented and undocumented. These threats are contrary to the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the dignity of every human person that is central to the teachings of our Catholic faith. Read Bishops letter

Save the date

Cabin Fever Breakout Jan 18 6:30-8:30pm

Shake off those winter blues and enjoy and evening of fun and games for all ages. Concessions available! Chili, hot dogs, drinks and candy available to purchase and benefit our VBC. Scan the QR code below to volunteer.

Volunteers Needed!

• Help shrug off those winter blues at our Cabin Fever Breakout event Jan 18: Volunteer!
• Drivers (or group of drivers) Needed 3 days mornings per week to help bring Communion services to several retirement facilities. More here

Grief Support Group

Here at OLG we would like to accompany those who are experiencing loss and grief. We want to offer compassionate support to guide people as they navigate through sorrow toward hope. We will begin a new Grief Support Group on Jan 13th. This is an eight-week group that will meet on Monday afternoons from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm. If you or someone you know may benefit from some support this group maybe for you. To register contact our Pastoral Care Coordinator, Pam Stephen-Jordan 206-935-0358, ext. 104.

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More in the Parish Bulletin

Our Lady of Guadalupe, Pray for Us!