Thursday, April 10, 2025

Friday, April 11th -

Stations of the Cross

2 pm

Sunday, April 13th -

Cousins Sub Day

11am - 2 pm

Tuesday, April 15th -

April Birthdays - Out of Uniform

Thursday, April 17th -

Early Dismissal

11:00 am

Friday, April 18th -

Fish Fry

4 - 8 pm

Friday, April 18th - April 27th

Easter Break

Monday, April 28th -

Classes Resume

Wednesday, April 30th-

May 2nd

Outdoor Ed - Camp Edwards

Gr. 6 and 7

Saturday, May 3rd-

1st Communion

10:30 am

Friday, May 9th -

Muffins with Mom

7:00 - 7:40 am

Check out our online calendar here.

Family Prayer 

Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord

Reading I : Isaiah 50:4-7

God helps us.

• The first reading from Isaiah is one of four passages that focus on the "servant" of God.
• In all four examples, the servant is faithful, even in the face of suffering.
• The servant in today's passage stands by his belief that with God on his side, he will not be put to shame.

Reading II : Philippians 2:6-11

God's name is holy.

• Scripture scholars believe that today's second reading was a familiar early Christian hymn.
• The purpose of Paul's hymn for the Philippians is to persuade the community to be united in Christ.
• Paul uses the example of Jesus' self emptying obedience to encourage the community to end its divisions.

Gospel : Luke 22:14-23:56

Jesus shows us how to love.

• Similar to the description of the servant of Isaiah, Jesus willingly accepted the suffering and anguish that can be the price of fidelity.
• Throughout the Gospel of Luke, Jesus is depicted as the faithful prophet who speaks God's word even in the midst of his own suffering.
• In today's account of the Passion of Christ, Luke emphasizes the innocence of Jesus.

"Go Out and Set Your Soul on Fire for God!"

2 Timothy 1:6

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A Message from Mr. Oberdorf

JOG Presentations May 7th and 9th

This year our 8th grade students will continue the St. John’s Justification of Graduation (JOG) tradition on May 7th and 9th. Our 8th grade students will present to their parents, mentors, and members of the parish and school community how SJE has prepared him or her for the future.

Would you be interested in being a part of the viewing panel? As a member of the panel, your job is to sit back and listen to the accomplishments of an 8th grade student in the areas of Catholic faith, academics, service, extra-curricular activities and their future plans and then offer positive feedback. 



Please consider being a part of this event. Each powerpoint presentation should last approximately 20 minutes. We would like you to consider listening to 2-3 students’ presentations. Two presentations will take about one hour. 

Presentations are scheduled for:

May 7, 2025 12:30-2:30

May 9, 2025 8:30-11:00 and 12:00-2:30

If you are interested, please contact Mr. Oberdorf at 414-321-8540 or email boberdorf@sje.school by Wednesday, April 30 to let us know of your availability.

Fish Fry Help Needed Friday, April 18, 2025 4:00-7:00

(correction 4/17/25 help is needed for set up from 11:00-1:00)

Volunteers are needed for our first fish fry of Lent. Help is needed on April 17th for setup. We also need help during the fish fry and for cleanup on April 18th. It is a great opportunity for students in grades 5-8 to earn service hours. Please sign up using the link below. 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F094AA8AA22A0FE3-51927068-fish

Attention!

Parents who have already had a child graduate from SJE!

SJE wants to hear from your high school student! What's happening in high school? We would love to hear about the accomplishments of our SJE Alumni, whether it be academic achievements, athletics, performing arts, or anything else they would like to share with us. Whether it's that they scored the leading role in their school's spring musical, they made the honor roll, were recognized in a STEM fair, or set a new track record, etc.

We invite you to share the following link with your SJE Alum child, where they can submit their news to us. We would love to give them a shout out on our social media pages!

SJE Alumni Update Form  



Concession Stand Help Needed!

Concession stand help is needed for our futsal season. If your child is playing futsal, concession stand help is mandatory. Students in grades 5-8 may sign up to complete service hours.

Please use the link below to sign up today

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409094AAAA922AAFD0-55986462-2025#/



Please join us for Stations of the Cross

During Lent, our students lead us in the Stations of the Cross each Friday at 2:00. Please join us for the Stations of the Cross. If you do attend, please use the Adoration door on the southside of the building to enter.  

Schedule for leading Stations of the Cross:

4/11 - Gr. 4

Reminders

Summer Garden Help Needed

We are looking for people/families to volunteer some time and talent this summer in our SJE Garden. We are looking for volunteers to work in the vegetable garden (between the church and parish office).

Please sign up as a family to help. Return the form by May 9th.

May Crowning - May 6, 2025 1:00 pm

May Crowning will take place Tuesday, May 6 at 1:00. The time has been changed to during the school day so all of our students will be able to share in honoring Mary. Deacon Steve will be on hand to share his love of Mary. Please mark your calendars and join us. 

Tuition Grant Forms

We have several options to help those families struggling to pay tuition if you do not qualify for the Choice program.

You are welcome to apply for all that you might qualify for. Click on this link

Angel Fund is currently on the website, and the application is due May 9, 2025.

St. John the Evangelist/Fr. Grom Scholarship Fund is currently on the website, and the application is due May 9, 2025.



If you have any questions, please contact the school office at 414-321-8540.

Thursday Folder

Kendra Scott Fundraiser

The Corners of Brookfield

April 26th



May Lunch Order

Due to the short month, please return your orders no later than April 15th.

Your cooperation is appreciated.

Muffins with Mom

Friday, May 9th

RSVP by May 1st

SJE Rummage Sale

April 24th - 26th



SJE National Junior Honor Society Lent Collection

Please see the list of items that are being collected each week. 

Register for the 2025-26 School Year

Registration for the 2025-26 school year is happening now. Registration paperwork has been sent home in prior Thursday folders. If you have any questions, please contact the school office. Thank you for choosing SJE for your family.

MPCP and WPCP CHOICE Registration Opened

Parents may apply for the Wisconsin Choice (WPCP) between February 3 and April 17th.

Open period for the Milwaukee Choice (MPCP) will run from April 1 - April 20th.

Families must reapply to the program each year. Please log into the Choice website and complete this process as soon as possible.

The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) has posted a number of resources for Choice schools and parents for the upcoming 2025-26 student application process.

Resources For Parents: https://dpi.wi.gov/choice

• Link to Online Parent Application
• Application Process Presentation
• Overview of Private School Choice Programs in Wisconsin Handout (available in English and Spanish)
• Application Guidelines for Parents Handout (available in English and Spanish)
• Frequently Asked Questions for Parents (available in English and Spanish)
• Online Parent Application Print Screens
• School Lists and Contact Information
• Residency Documentation Guidance for Parents
• Alternative Residency Documentation Form
• 2025-26 Income Limits

Are you interested in being a volunteer at SJE?

Register for Safe Environment

The Archdiocese of Milwaukee has a partnership with Catholic Mutual Group to provide Safe Environment Education. All participants must register online. If interested, please register on the archdiocesan website https://www.archmil.org/home.

View a listing of upcoming safe environment education sessions.

You must complete this class in order to volunteer in the school or accompany students on any field trips.

Scrip is available at all weekend Masses or during regular business hours at the parish office. You may also use the RaiseRight App (below).

Scrip Order Form

Download the RaiseRight app to reload cards, purchase e-cards, or purchase physical cards. Contact the Parish Office or School Office for the enrollment code.

St. John the Evangelist School

 "Go Out and Set Your Soul on Fire for God!"

414-321-8540

www.sje.k12.wi.us