The Solemnity of the Annunciation is Tuesday, 3/25
Notes for the Week:
SOLEMNITY OF THE ANNUNCIATION:
"Therefore is it that we, the children of Adam, who have been snatched by Mary's obedience from the power of hell, solemnize this day of the Annunciation. Well may we say of Mary those words of Debbora, when she sang her song of victory over the enemies of God's people: ‘The valiant men ceased, and rested in Israel, until Debbora arose, a mother arose in Israel. The Lord chose new wars, and He Himself overthrew the gates of the enemies.’ Let us also refer to the holy Mother of Jesus these words of Judith, who by her victory over the enemy was another type of Mary: 'Praise ye the Lord our God, who hath not forsaken them that hope in Him. And by me, His handmaid, He hath fulfilled His mercy, which He promised to the house of Israel; and He hath killed the enemy of His people by my hand this night. . . . The almighty Lord hath struck him, and hath delivered him into the hands of a woman, and hath slain him.'"
—Excerpted from The Liturgical Year, Abbot Gueranger O.S.B.
THE LEAGUE IN LENT:
A reminder and encouragement to everyone to read the challenges carefully and get going on the basic elements of Lent, if you haven't: fasting, alms-giving, and prayer. Then start adding in the extra burdens. Remember that our focus is on preparing ourselves to meet Christ anew in the celebration of Easter. This is the heart of the joy of our lives ~ let us prepare the way for the Lord!
BLOOMIN CHESS - SIGNUP DEADLINE:
The wonderful Mr. Bloom of Bloomin Chess is offering another dedicated Oxrose/Schola Rosa chess opportunity. Class meets Wednesdays from 1-2 PM Central and begins on April 2.
Here is the >LINK< for more information and signup.
CLT REGISTRATION:
Sign up is available for the CLT 7, 8, 10 and the full CLT; see the dates and links on the right of the Dash. Students check to see if you are enrolled by looking for the CLT course suite on your list.
POEM of the WEEK:
O' Sacred Head Surrounded, the Latin text is attributed to St. Bernard of Clairveaux. Sung here by Rose, Maura, and Michael John Dean.
Student and Instructor contributions for "Poem of the Week" are welcome (sung poetry is welcome, too). Send a message to Mr. Rolling with "Poem of the Week," and the title and author of the poem you would like to recite.
PHOTO & POEM CONTEST WINNERS:
The students were challenged to find instances of ordered reality in the universe and to capture them in photos and poetry as part of our celebration of Spirit Week. I am pleased to announce the winners.
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- In first place is Channing Chen of Heronshaw.
- In second place is Gabrielle Schertzer of Chanticleer.
- In Third place is Faith Maxian of Kingfisher.
Very special thanks to our judging committee, headed up by Mr. Tibbetts and joined by Mrs. Sterkenberg and Mr. Kreuger. Entries will be posted in the League this week, and points tallied.
Congratulations and well done to the winners!
REMINDERS:
Parents' Forum: Click HERE for the invitation link (for parents only).
Summer Camp: Kansas, July 20-26, 2025 - Sunday night through Saturday morning. Mark your calendar!