The O'Reilly Minute

Dear Parents,

I hope everyone had a great Spring Break last week and that you were able to take some time as a family to relax and enjoy this opportunity to spend some extra time together.

Yesterday I was able to attend the Mass and ceremony honoring Monsignor Hendricks for his leadership and service to the parish and the community at large. The Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice is a medal known as the "Cross of Honour," and is the highest medal that can be awarded by the Papacy. It is conferred for distinguished service to the Catholic Church by lay people and clergy. Congratulations to Monsignor Hendricks! See photo here.

On Friday, March 22nd we will be raising awareness of Down Syndrome. See the full article below. Just a reminder that our students are collecting socks as a service project and they may wear mismatched or fun socks to school on Friday. Additionally, we will also have a belated celebration of St. Patrick’s Day by enjoying a green dress down day on Friday.  

As Lent is coming to a close just a few reminders: 

Operation Rice Bowl

Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowls promote human dignity and foster solidarity with the poor around the world. Return Rice Bowl donations to the school the week of April 1st or to the church on Palm Sunday or Easter Sunday.

School Stations of the Cross

 If your schedule allows, please feel free to join us on Friday in the church at 2:00 pm for Stations of the Cross.

Parish Penance Service

Parish Penance Service will be held Sunday, March 24 following 4:30 PM Rosary and 5:00 PM Vespers in the Church. Visiting diocesan priests will serve as confessors. Also, Individual confessions will be heard Monday, March 25, from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm in the Church

Lenten blessings,

Kathy O’Reilly

P.S. We participated in today’s statewide tornado drill.

Photo Newsletters: 4th Grade

SPiCE News: Down Syndrome Awareness

March 21st is Down Syndrome Day. Teachers will be sharing the following slideshow with students this month, as well as taking the opportunity to show educational videos and complete activities with children.  

We will have a "sock day" on Friday, March 22. Every year on March 21, people all around the world come together to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day by wearing brightly colored, mismatched socks. March 21 is symbolic because people with Down syndrome have three copies of their 21st chromosome. Socks were chosen because the karyotype of Ds chromosomes actually looks like mismatched socks! We will be observing this on Friday, March 22 at our school.

We will also be holding a sock collection during the month of March for St. Mary Magdalene School and Student Success Stores -- a nonprofit that hosts pantries inside of middle and high schools around Columbus, Ohio so that students can get items that they need while at school. We will be collecting new youth and adult sizes of socks.

Kepp the Conversation Going: Talking to Kids About Social Media

We will continue to keep the digital safety conversation going by sharing helpful articles and information for parents.

Talking to Kids About Social Media

One of the best ways to reduce the risks kids face online and through social media is a strong relationship with you. When you build trust and keep conversations open, you can work in partnership with your child to help them get the benefits of connecting online, while also improving their digital literacy and safety.

Click here for a link from Nationwide Children's Hospital about talking with kids about social media.

If you have digital safety apps or similar helpful information to share, or if you are a digital media professional willing to share your expertise for the benefit of our school community, please contact Allie Wing at [email protected].

Knights of Columbus Free Throw Competition Results

Congratulations to Charlie Mazza who won the State Free Throw Championship for 12-year-old Boys on Saturday, March 16. Charlie made 28 out of 30 free throws. Outstanding!    

March Nurse Newsletter

Click the link below to view the March Nurse Newsletter, from our school nurse Alyson Stickel.

Spring Spirit Wear Sale!

Hello Wolfhounds! As we move into warmer months, it might be time to update your St. Brigid spirit wear! Both of our spirit wear stores will be open March 6 and run through March 27 (last day to order)! Orders should be in mid-late April.

Morganheimer/Premier is our traditional St. Brigid spirit wear option (non-vintage), and their spirit wear store is open. Shop the link below to check out their options for those Wolfhound Spirit Wear Days! Options are available for pick up at their store front location or you can have the items shipped directly to you.

Check out the link below to order spirit wear from Morganheimer/Premier:

https://saintbrigid.itemorder.com

Rah-Rah is a Dublin-based spirit wear company that is offering super-soft, vintage-inspired, uniquely designed spirit wear made just for us! The owners of Rah-Rah are a St. Brigid family and we are happy to offer their spirit wear to our Wolfhound families. They have added new designs for us this year that they are excited to share with you!

Check out the link below to shop the Rah-Rah spirit wear store and add their vintage inspired clothing to your closet!

https://rahrahgear.com/collections/st-brigid?page=1 [rahrahgear.com]

You can have any items shipped directly to you for the best and quickest delivery. Standard shipping rates apply. Details on shipping can be found on the website.

If you prefer to pick up your Rah-Rah order, you may do so at:

6702 Royal Plume Drive, Dublin (home of Jamie Erickson)

Please watch the Wolfhound Wednesday (and your email) for delivery information.

Any questions? Please contact Jaime Erickson 614.578.8960 or Shauna Durant 740.815.9053

Yearbooks for Sale

Yearbooks are on sale ($25.68) NOW thru April 2, 2024! Don’t miss out on your chance to order your 2023 – 2024 school yearbook that is packed full of fun memories! Online ordering is simple and easy! Simply click on the direct link below, fill in your information and pay by credit card.

http://diane-spagnuolo-photography.hhimagehost.com/20232024StBrigidofKildareYEARBOOK

If you have questions regarding ordering – please email Diane Spagnuolo Photography

[email protected] or call the studio at 614-873-6867

ORDER DEADLINE – Midnight – Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Vacation Bible School 2024

Save the date for St. Brigid of Kildare's Vacation Bible School, June 17-21!

Registration will open April 2 at 10 AM on the parish website -- visit www.stbrigidofkildare.org and click the "Sign Ups" button on the top header.

Spring Mom to Mom

Meetings: Wednesday April 3^rd - May 15^th , 9:45-11 AM, Church Basement                                                                                                                  

Childcare: Please signup HERE if you are planning to bring a child to Mom to Mom. Children are always welcome to join us at the Mom to Mom meetings. We will bring some toys to the meeting to help entertain any little ones that join us. If we have enough children/interest, we will attempt to provide childcare. 

This spring join Mom to Mom as they read and reflect on Lisa Hendeys, A Book of Saints for Catholic Moms.  Guided by the example of the saints, Hendey eloquently links personal stories, scripture and prayer and soul-strengthening exercises into a spiritually rich and deeply practical resource for Catholic women. 

Allow A Book of Saints for Catholic Moms to help you grow in your faith and enrich your heart, mind, body, and soul by spending each week with a different saint. You can purchase this book at Ava Maria Press or on Amazon. We hope you will join us! 

4/3/24: A Book of Saints for Catholic Moms: St. Kateri Tekakwitha: Seeing the True Beauty of God in Our Natural Surroundings

4/10/24: A Book of Saints for Catholic Moms: St. Martha of Bethany: Serving with Grace, Generosity, and Hospitality

4/17/24: A Book of Saints for Catholic Moms: St. Gianna Beretta Molla: Respecting the Dignity of All Human Life

4/24/24: A Book of Saints for Catholic Moms : St. John Vianney: Appreciating our Clergy and our Faith Family 

5/1/24: A Book of Saints for Catholic Moms: St. Joseph: Answering God’s Will in Our Daily Work

5/8/24: A Book of Saints for Catholic Moms: St. John The Apostle: Treasuring the gifts of our friendships

5/15/24: Gear Up for Summer!

Questions, please reach out to Gracie Dziewiatkowski at [email protected] or Sara Norton at [email protected]

Knights of Columbus Easter Egg Hunt

The 24nd Annual St. Brigid’s Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, March 30th at 1:00pm on Brigid’s Green (located at 7210 Avery Road, directly across the street from the church on Avery Road). Please note: the event will start promptly at 1:00pm, plan to arrive a little early to park and make your way to the field.

All children ages 8 years and younger are invited. The children will be grouped in 3 age groups; ages 3 & under, ages 4-6, and ages 7-8. Each age group will have its own egg hunt area, and one grand prize will be provided for each age group. Advanced registration or signup is not required. In the event of inclement weather, please check our website www.stbrigidkofc.org for a message as to whether the event will be held.

The Chosen - Season Four

Released for church viewing only

We hope you will join us as we watch and discuss this amazing Biblical story!

The Chosen is a historical drama based on the life of Jesus and those who knew him. Set against the backdrop of Roman oppression in first-century Palestine, the series shares an authentic look at Jesus' revolutionary life and teachings, through the eyes of his apostles. 

If you have not yet watched The Chosen and would like to participate in our upcoming study, you will want to catch up by watching seasons 1-3 at home. It is available online through Angel Studios at

www.angel.com/watch. You can also watch all three seasons on Prime Video or Netflix. 

We will be using the following study guide for this series: God’s Goodness for the Chosen: An Interactive Bible Study, Season 4 (Volume 4) (The Chosen Bible Study Series). If you choose to purchase the study guide, it is available on Amazon for $12. However, it is not necessary to purchase the study guide to participate in the series. 

St. Brigid Bible Study Sessions:

April 9/10/11 — Episode One May 7/8/9 — Episode Five

April 16/17/18 — Episode Two May 14/15/16 — Episode Six

April 23/24/25 — Episode Three May 21/22/23 — Episode Seven

Apr 30/May 1/2 — Episode Four May 28/29/30 — Episode Eight

There are three ways to participate:

1. Wednesday Evening Group: Join other parishioners in this study/small groups; Wednesdays, 7-8:30 PM, Berry Room
2. Thursday Morning Group: Join other parishioners in this study/small groups; Thursdays, 10—11:30 AM, Berry Room
3. Women’s Bible Study: Join a community of women in prayer and study; Tuesdays, 1:00-2:30 PM, Immke Room

Make It A Date - April 20

All married and engaged couples are invited to St. Brigid's 29th Make It a Date!

Father Black will be the featured speaker.

There will be light appetizers and a chance to catch up with old and new friends.

At the conclusion of the event,couples leave on their own date at a venue of their choice to talk about the evening and how it relates to their own relationships.

Please RSVP to Jessica Freiburger at [email protected] or 614-282-5095 by April 18.

Women's Retreat - April 12-14

The St. Brigid Women's Retreat is coming up April 12-14!

Registration ends March 29th, 2024. There are a limited number of spots available!

Register at this link.

Tickets on Sale: Father/Daughter Dance

Save the date for the parish's annual Father/Daughter Dance, coming up on Saturday, April 6 from 6:30 - 9:30 PM.

Tickets are available at the link below.

Father/Daughter Dance Volunteers Needed

The Knights of Columbus are excited to be hosting the dance in the school gym again this year. To make this event a success, we need are in need of volunteers to help set up, clean up, and are especially in need of volunteers during the dance. This is a great opportunity for moms to participate.  Volunteers during the dance must be PGC compliant. Older children (7th-12th grade) are welcome to volunteer with a parent as well but must sign a junior volunteer code of conduct. 

Please see the link below to sign up.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected].

Requirements to Volunteer with our Children

If you are 18 years or older and interested in volunteering with youth activities at SBK, attending PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN is required before you can volunteer. Register under the Columbus Diocese at www.virtus.org

Upcoming Virtus Protecting God's Children (PGC) session: 

April 17, 2024 Zoom (Columbus) 6:00pm



All volunteers with our children and youth must complete PGC, a St. Brigid volunteer application, submit the signed code of conduct, copy of photo ID, registration with Selection.com/Fastrax and complete a criminal background check prior to volunteering.

Full details and forms can be found at https://stbrigidofkildare.org/safe-environment/ 

Catholic Family Life Retreat

Attend a free virtual couples retreat to encounter practical ways to turn your house into a holy home.

April 29 & 30, 2024; 8 - 10 EST

Learn more or register here.

BWHS & St. Charles Summer Camps

Registration is now open for summer camps! Bishop Watterson High School and St. Charles are hosting a variety of summer camps, including academics, athletics, art, theatre, robotics and more, ranging for children in incoming grades 2-9. Click the links below to learn more.

• BWHS Summer Camps
• St. Charles Summer Camps