“Just as the sun shines on all the trees and flowers as if each were the only one on earth, so does God care for all souls in a special manner.” - St. Thérèse of Lisieux

LC Girls' Volleyball Wins PCL Championship!

Congratulations to the LC Girls' Volleyball Team who won the Philadelphia Catholic League (PCL) Championship this Thursday after sweeping Archbishop Ryan 3-0 (25-14, 25-19, 25-17). The team is led by Head Coach Rachael Silhanek, who also serves as LC's Assistant Principal for Student Services, along with assistant coaches Patty Heckler and Kathy Arnow.

With 18 members schools in the PCL and eight fall sports offered, LC has now won 1/4 of the PCL Championships this season, Girls' Tennis and Girls' Volleyball. As one of the smaller schools in the PCL, this is something we should be incredibly proud of. Tennis beat Cardinal O'Hara (with about 400 more students than LC), and Vball beat Archbishop Ryan (with about 300 more students than LC). Congratulations, Crusaders, and best wishes in the state tournament!

Please enjoy this beautiful short video of the PCL win from LC's own Alex Martinez '26. It truly captures the spirit of the supportive LC student body and the energy of the evening. (Click Unmute.)

Happy Halloween, Lansdale Catholic!

LC's Class of 2027 dressed in costumes for Halloween and trick or treated during lunches on Friday. Thanks to all who helped make this LC tradition so much fun.

The seniors also decorated their cars and held a Trunk or Treat for the first and second graders at Mater Dei on Thursday.

This week, LC welcomed our first guest in the new Alumni Speaker Series, Julie Huber '22 (St. Jude)! Julie visited several theology classes to present about her post-high school journey and experiences, and she shared moving stories about her impactful work serving the city's homeless community. 


While at the University of Dayton, Julie spent the summer of 2024 with Christ in the City, a mission program based in Philadelphia. The mission did not leave her heart or mind throughout her college years. Upon graduating with a degree in sociology in the spring, Julie returned to Christ in the City, where she continues to encounter the Lord each day through her work with the poor. LC is so proud of Julie and grateful for the time she shared with our current student community. 


Thank you to Mrs. Gina Kelly from the LC Advancement Office for coordinating the Alumni Speaker Series!

Academic Affairs

Parents and guardians, please check PowerSchool as we near the end of the first quarter. If there are any outstanding assignments encourage your students to complete the work. Students should be spending some time each night studying for tests and quizzes, working on assigned projects, and completing assigned homework.

Lansdale Catholic’s Crusader Theater proudly presents its fall production, “Anne of Green Gables,” the heartwarming story of precocious orphan Anne Shirley, based on the classic 1908 novel. Performances are Friday, November 13, at 7:00 p.m.; Saturday, November 14, at 7:00 p.m.; and Sunday, November 15, at 1:00 p.m. 

Get your tickets here!



Athletics

Congratulations to all of our fall athletes, many who completed their seasons this past week. You played with heart and determination, and you made us all proud to be Crusaders. To the seniors, especially, we thank you sincerely for everything that you have given to the LC athletic program throughout your four years, and we know that you will continue to make us proud as young men and women of strength and faith.

Crusaders Weekly Athletic Schedule

Please Note: Athletic Schedules are subject to change, often at short notice.

Changes were already made this week due to the weather and field conditions.



November 4 
Girls' Volleyball District XII 4A Championship

3:30 p.m. at Archbishop Carroll HS

LC vs. Science Leadership Academy

November 7 
Cross Country PIAA State Championship

at Big Spring HS, Newville

Winter Sports Registration is Now Open

Students interested in Swimming, Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, and Indoor Track should sign up here and submit their PIAA Section 6 paperwork.

Blessing and Dedication Ceremony for Baseball Dugouts
in Loving Memory of Patrick L. Dougherty '18 


Last Saturday, October 24th, more than 100 family members, team members, friends, faculty, staff, and LC supporters had gathered on the LC baseball field for the blessing and dedication of the newly-constructed Patrick L. Dougherty dugouts. Patrick, a 2018 LC graduate, was a valued and talented member of LC’s baseball team, a great friend to many while an LC student, and the brother of Nolan Dougherty ’17.

Rev. David Friel, Director of Liturgy at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, joined us on the field to perform the blessing. After words of gratitude and a warm welcome from President Meghan Callen and Athletic Director BJ Hogan, Nolan gave a heartfelt tribute to his brother and thanked the many gathered to remember Patrick and support the project. The construction of the dugouts was made possible through the generosity, dedication, and hard work of Patrick’s family and friends, who raised funds to make a lasting contribution to the LC baseball program. Their efforts made this incredible campus improvement possible, creating a meaningful and lasting tribute to Patrick and his family.

Thank you most especially to BJ Hogan for all of the time he spent planning and executing this special project, working with the closely connected donors, and contracting with vendors to create such a lasting memory in honor of Patrick. We are so grateful.

LAST CALL FOR BAG BINGO!
Friday, November 6


Register Here


Seats are limited for Bag Bingo, but there's still time to register. Tickets are $35 per person in advance and $40 at the door. Ticket includes 10 rounds of bingo, appetizers, & water. Bring a group and we'll accommodate any size. HURRY! This year's $20 per raffle ticket or 6 for $100 gets you the chance to win a YSL Monogram Large Wallet on Chain in Grained Leather, valued at $1,690!

Details and Nomination Form


The nomination window is closing in just 8 days. Don't miss this opportunity to help us recognize some of LC's best and brightest!

Seniors, learn more about applying for outside scholarships by clicking here.


Seniors requesting their official transcripts click here.

FASFA, PHEAA, and Financial Aid Information: Please click here and here.

Admissions

LC will host an Open House for prospective students of all ages on Thursday, November 5. Due to our overwhelming turnout in recent years, there will be two sessions, beginning at 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. 


Families of future Crusaders are asked to click on their preferred session time, and the form will pop up to pre-register:


Register Here

LC students, staff, faculty and coaches will be present and available, and they are eager to answer your questions about Lansdale Catholic's strong academic, social, faith-based and athletic programs.We look forward to welcoming your family to LC!



Calendar

This Week

Monday, November 2

B Day
All Souls Day

Tuesday, November 3

C Day

Midterm Election Day
St. Martin de Porres Feast Day

Wednesday, November 4

D Day
Academic Board Meeting


Thursday, November 5

E Day

Fall Open House - Sessions at 6:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.

Friday, November 6

F Day
Bag Bingo

Upcoming Dates


Friday, November 13

End of Quarter 1
Fall Play: Anne of Green Gables (through 11/15)

Monday, November 16

Quarter 2 Begins

Winter Uniforms Begin
National Honor Society Induction

Birthdays this Week

🎂 HAPPY BIRTHDAY 🎂


Peyton Kehan - 11/2

Emma Riccio - 11/2

Alanaah Santiago - 11/2


Roman Leshak - 11/3

Addison Tanner - 11/3


Gabrielle Kim - 11/4

Grayson Markley - 11/4


Sebastian Santana - 11/5


Alana McGrath - 11/6


Trenton Gill - 11/7
Benjamin Mort - 11/7

Lily Clair - 11/8



Prayer Intentions

We invite the LC Family to join us in prayer for the happy repose of the soul of John Convey (Father of Andrew Convey '27) and Michael Taber (Grandfather of Luke Mongan & Grayson Markley). We pray for the comfort and peace of both families at this time. Eternal rest grant unto John and Michael, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace.

Let us also pray for the health and healing of Sister Kathleen Klarich, RSM (LC Guidance Department), Anthony Giampa (Father of Addie Giampa), Tamara Coville, and Mary Ellen Accardi.


Intentions which members of the Lansdale Catholic community would like remembered in prayer and listed in this space may be submitted using the form below. Please note that intentions will typically be listed for one month.

Prayer Intention Form



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Questions about the Girls' Basketball Raffle should be sent to lcgirlsbb@gmail.com.