Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving!

A big thank you to everyone who showed up for class this week. We had a lot of fun!

All of the Thanksgiving crosses came out beautifully and we hope you'll share them with family on the special day.

We also tested the class's knowledge of Advent--which begins Nov. 30-- with a fun team game. To help your children learn more about this Christian season Click Here for activities.

Reminder: Keep practicing prayers with your children

**Class will resume in TWO WEEKS** We are off 11/18 for confirmation registration and 11/25 for Thanksgiving

See you December 2!!

Everyday Heroes

There are heroes among us every day, though we might not notice them.

Teachers, parents, doctors, crossing guards, the child who helps someone hurt on the playground--they're all courageous heroes who lead by example and show us how to live with great character.

This theme of heroes ties in to the story about The Good Samaritan, which we learned about this week. People are made by God to be holy (to be holy is to be like God). Like the heroes of our everyday lives, the heroes of the church are Saints like St. Francis of Asisi and Mary the mother of Jesus.

• Sharing your confirmation name with your child is a great way to talk about Saints in our church. You can share a quick fact or two about the saint and how he or she lived a holy life.

Looking ahead: Next week we will talk about giving thanks and praise--Just in time for Thanksgiving. We have some fun crafts in store and will also discuss Advent.

Reminders: If your family is interested in lighting a candle at one of our masses for Advent, please contact the parish office: 941-752-6821

• Please take a minute to look in your child's folder when they get home. We send newsletters and take-home pages for you to complete with your child.