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Boo Bash T-Shirts
Order by September 14th
Our official Boo Bash T-shirts are available for order through MIDNIGHT on Sept. 14th! Grab one for yourself, the kids, the whole family—or your entire Trunk-or-Treat crew! Wearing your Boo Bash shirt is a fun way to show your support for Corpus Christi while helping us reach our $30,000 fundraising goal. Order yours today, and we’ll see you at Boo Bash on October 10th!
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Noon Dismissal
Wednesday, Sept. 16th
We will have a noon dismissal on Wednesday, Sept. 16th. As a reminder, we stagger our dismissals on noon dismissal days as follows:
- 11:45 (Preschool-2nd)
- 11:55 (3rd-5th)
- 12:05 (Middle School)
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Parish Town Hall Meeting
September 18th at 6pm
Corpus Christi Parish is beginning an important period of discernment about the future needs of our church and school community. Please join us for a Parish Town Hall on Friday, September 18th from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. in our Community Center. We will review the Preliminary Case for Support, discuss some of the needs and opportunities facing Corpus Christi, and explain the feasibility study process now underway. Most importantly, this will be an opportunity for parishioners to ask questions, learn more, and share their thoughts as we discern together what may be possible for the future of Corpus Christi. Please make plans to join us. Light refreshments will be served. For questions, contact the Parish Office at 251-342-1852 or office@corpuschristiparish.com
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A Note About Forms
Health + Emergency Contacts
Please note that in addition to our digital Health and Medical History form, which is used by our school staff, we are required by the Archdiocese to collect medical forms that are specifically used for field trips. These forms must be in a specific format provided to us by the Archdiocese. The field trip medical forms must be taken on the field trip by the teacher in case a medical circumstance should arise while students are not at school. We also collect emergency contact information in multiple formats as part of our safety and security policy. Please know that all requests for information are for the safety and security of our students.
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Scholastic Book Fair
September 20th - 25th
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Corpus Christi School next week! On Sunday, September 20th we will have our family shopping day following our 9am and 11am Sunday Masses. Our students will be able to shop the Book Fair during school hours from Sept. 21st through noon on Friday, Sept. 25th. This week students will be able to take part in a Lollipop Pull during their assigned library time. Each pull is just 25 cents (limit $1). Participation is optional, but always lots of fun! Funds from the Lollipop Pull help to provide books for students who would otherwise not be able to shop at the Book Fair. Additional details about the Book Fair, including information on setting up an eWallet, may be found on our website.
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School Picture Day
September 22nd
School picture day will be Tuesday, Sept. 22nd. Please note that students should be in uniform. Middle School students should wear their Mass uniform for picture day.
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Grandparents Day Mass
Save the Date
September 25th at 8:15am
We look forward to hosting our grandparents and grand-friends on Friday, September 25th. Our Grandparents Day celebration will begin with Mass. Students who wish to bring a flower in memory of grandparents who are no longer with us are welcome to do so. Students in grades K-8 will meet their grandparents while attending Mass in the church. Following Mass, there will be a reception for grandparents only in the atrium.
In an effort to offer a safe and secure environment for our school and students, we will have a structured visiting schedule following Mass. We know our students are eager to host their grandparents and grand-friends and look forward to them visiting with us throughout the morning! Please see the full visiting schedule linked in this email.
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Pack the Chapel
Every Other Wednesday
Students and parents are welcome to join us in the chapel from 7:20am until 7:45am every other Wednesday. We'll pray the Morning Offering and offer group intentions, highlighting a teacher and class each week. Our next Pack the Chapel will be on Wednesday, Sept. 23rd. Mark your calendars and come pray with us!
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September 16th: Noon Dismissal
September 17th: PTO Meeting (6PM)
September 18th: Parish Town Hall Meeting (6PM - Community Center)
September 20th-25th: Fall Book Fair
September 22nd: School Picture Day
September 23rd: Mid Quarter / Pack the Chapel (7:20AM)
September 25th: Grandparents Day Mass
October 1st: Food Pantry Thursday / Family Pancake Breakfast & Walk-In
October 2nd: Adoration - Wear Your Saint Shirt / Blessing of the Pets (3:30PM)
October 9th: First Quarter Ends / Boo Bash Shirt O.O.U.
October 10th: Boo Bash
October 13th: 1st & 2nd Grade Farm Field Trip / 4th Grade Montgomery Field Trip
October 15th & 16th: Conditional Fall Break
October 19th: No School (Teacher Work Day)
The deadline for submitting announcements to appear in Cougar Connection is Fridays at Noon. Remember that our full calendar of school events is available on our website and in your Rediker account.
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Join Us for Boo Bash
Saturday, October 10th
Boo Bash is Corpus Christi’s parish-wide fall festival and fundraiser—and there’s something for everyone! This year, our PTO and Booster Club are joining forces to bring the entire parish together for one BIG celebration, with Trunk-or-Treat, our Chili Cook-Off, a $5,000 Grand Prize Opportunity at the VIP tent, games, food and more.
Whether you’re bringing the kids, meeting up with friends, or enjoying an evening with fellow parishioners, Boo Bash is a chance for our whole parish family to have fun and come together while supporting Corpus Christi Church and School.
Spread the word. Invite your friends. Join us for all the fun on October 10th! All funds raised benefit our school and church.
4:30pm - Trunk-or-Treat Begins (this is free!)
5pm - Main Event Begins
6pm - Chili Tasting Begins
One Parish. One Community. One BIG Boo Bash! 🎃
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Thank You, Captain Mark Bailey
Serving Our Community
On Friday, September 11th, we honored those who lost their lives in the 2001 terror attacks. On this day we also prayed for all those first responders who serve our community. After Mass, we recognized one of our CCS parents, Captain Mark Bailey, who goes above and beyond for our school community, generously providing security for our weekly school Masses. Captain Bailey was surprised with handmade cards from our students along with a gift basket of his favorite snacks. If you see Captain Bailey at one of our school events, we encourage you to thank him for his service to the Mobile County Sheriff's Office and to our school.
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Bible Verse + Prayer for September
Each month our students learn a Bible verse. We also choose a prayer to focus on each month. For the month of September our Bible Verse is Proverbs 3:5. Our prayer for the month is the Our Father. We would love for you to practice the Bible verse with your children at home.
Proverbs 3:5
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.”
Our Father
Our Father, Who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
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Toy Bowl Sock Hop
September 25th at 7pm
All Middle School students attending an Archdiocese of Mobile Catholic School are invited to join us for a sock hop. This event is hosted by Corpus Christi 8th graders participating in Toy Bowl. The sock hop will be held on Friday, September 25th from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. in the Corpus Christi Gym. All proceeds will benefit the CYO.
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Cougars Attend a McT Pep Rally
Go Jackets!
McGill-Toolen is known for its vibrant school spirit. Last week, our 7th and 8th graders were able to experience this firsthand at the McT pep rally held ahead of the game against St. Michael Catholic High School. Our teachers and students enjoyed getting to join middle schoolers from other Catholic schools in our Archdiocese for this special experience.
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Yellow Jackets Football
McT vs. Faith Academy | Sept. 18th
Our Corpus Christi Alumni are doing great things on the football field playing for the Yellow Jackets! Shoutout to CCS alum Ollie Poiroux on making the game-winning field goal to defeat St. Michael's Catholic High School in the final play of the game on Friday night. Earlier in the game, CCS alum Will Weiskopf scored a touchdown. You can next cheer on the Yellow Jackets this Friday night at Faith Academy. Kick-off is at 7 p.m.
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Yellow Jackets Volleyball
Dirty Dozen Alumni Night | Sept. 17th
The Yellow Jackets are calling all Dirty Dozen Alumni! On Thursday, September 17th at 6 p.m., McT will welcome Dirty Dozen alumni back to celebrate the program and cheer on the Jackets as they face Bayside Academy.
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Parents' Night Out Band Party
September 25th
Our Catholic Partner School System is coming together for one big night out: Parents' Night Out Band Party, featuring Teddy Williams & Company.
Join fellow parents from St. Ignatius, St. Mary, St. Dominics, McGill-Toolen Catholic, St. Pius, Corpus Christi, and Little Flower for a night of live music, dancing, and a good time.
Friday, September 25
Soul Kitchen | 219 Dauphin St
Doors at 7pm | Music at 8pm
Advance tickets: $15 individual / $30 couple
Door tickets: $20 individual / $40 couple
Advance pricing ends day-of event at 12:00pm.
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Beginner's Guide to Catholicism
Join Us on Sunday Mornings
Deacon Bill is joining our OCIA team this year and he's inviting YOU to join us to learn more about the Catholic faith. Whether you've been Catholic all your life and have lost your way, or are wanting to learn how to become Catholic, these classes are for you. Learn more at www.corpuschristiparish.com/ocia It's never too late to join us! All are welcome! For questions, email Elizabeth Gelineau at rcia@corpuschristiparish.com
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Parish Ministry Fair
After Masses October 3rd + 4th
Get to know Corpus Christi Parish by attending our Ministry Fair the weekend of October 3rd and 4th. This is a great way to get familiar with all the ways to get involved in parish life. It's also our monthly doughnut weekend, so grab a doughnut and browse the fair after Mass.
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