PRAYER & DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS for November 1, 2024
Good morning JCA family. This is Senior Erica Johnson and today is Friday November 1st, 2024.
On this day we remember all the men, women, and children who followed Christ faithfully and heroically during their lives and who now enjoy the presence of God in heaven. We ask them to intercede for us so that we will live holy lives, too, and reach our home in heaven.
How shining and splendid are your gifts, O Lord, which you give us for our eternal well-being. Your glory shines radiantly in your saints, O God In the honor and noble victory of the martyrs. The white-robed company follow you, bright with their abundant faith; They scorned the wicked words of those with this world’s power. They bore their holy witness to you who were grounded deep within their hearts; they were sustained by patience and constancy. Endowed with your everlasting grace, may we rejoice forever with the saints in heaven.
Amen.
- OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL…. pray for us.
- FRANCIS OF ASSISI……. pray for us.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The word of the day is saint. As saint is a person acknowledged as holy or virtuous and typically regarded as being in heaven after death. Today is the memorial day celebrating the honor of all church saints. (Szynal)
Congratulations to JCA’s November students of the month:
Kevin Casey, Joliet Noon Lions Club
Aidan Medina, Kiwanis Club of Joliet
Alivia Schertz, Rotary Club of Joliet.
The Math Lab will be closed during period 4A. (Kairis)
Check out the finished “We Are Angels” mural in the cafeteria! Thanks to Alondra Espino who designed it, National Art Honor Society members Alondra Espino, Ava Pritz, Sallee Tilly, Adison Fanter, Eva Genova, and Erica Johnson who worked on it, and to Mr. Quigley for his inspiration and assistance with the lettering. (Stoiber)
UPCOMING COLLEGE VISITS:
Juniors and Seniors here are the upcoming College Rep Visits, please sign up in Naviance to attend:
University of Chicago
University of Illinois Chicago
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
SPORTS NEWS & RESULTS:
Girls Basketball Tryouts will be Monday, November 4th, from 3-5 PM.
Congrats on a tough season to our Varsity VB Angels who lost to a tough 4A opponent last night in Lincoln-Way West. Good luck to our seniors for their contributions and underclassmen in their future competitions on and off the court.
PRAYER & DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS for October 30, 2024
Good morning JCA family. This is Senior Addison Fanter and today is Wednesday, October 30th, 2024.
God of all seasons, we thank you for Autumn. We thank you for the touch of coolness in the air that gives us a new burst of energy, for the coloring of trees that shows the creativity of the Divine Artist, for the falling leaves that reveal the strength of the branches, for the hues of fields that bring peace to our souls, for the smiles on pumpkins that bring joy to children, for the fall harvest which that brings us gratitude for the bounty of our land, for this change of seasons that reveals the circle of life. God of all seasons, as you transform the earth, transform us by your Spirit.
Amen
- OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL…. pray for us.
- FRANCIS OF ASSISI……. pray for us.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The word of the day is cauldron. A cauldron is a large metal pot with a lid and handle, used for cooking over an open fire. The Sanderson sisters used a massive cauldron to prepare their special potion. (Szynal)
This is the final week for JCA’s annual Food drive! Students, our goal is to collect 1671 items to deliver to 2 local food banks this holiday season. Items should be non-perishable and, in a box, can, package, or bottle. For example, a box of granola bars counts as 1 item. Please check expiration dates to ensure the item is not stale. The class with the highest total collected items will win a spirit day. However, a class can only qualify for the spirit day if they bring in a minimum of 100 items. Please bring all donations to room 136 before school. Remember the spirit day Thursday does not count towards your class total. (Szynal)
To raise money to purchase food for the food drive and to celebrate Halloween on Thursday, October 31, students may wear orange, black, or school appropriate costumes with the donation of $2. Students not participating in the fundraiser must be in uniform. Costumes must be in good taste and follow the handbook guidelines. All school rules will be enforced. You must be able to sit, walk, breathe, see, and hear (no masks that cover the face and no face makeup). Costumes cannot have or promote weapons of any kind. No pretend “prop” weapons such as water pistols, knives, or swords etc. No politically inspired costumes or accessories. You can purchase your wristband in the main hallway by the main office starting at 7:15 a.m. on Thursday. This does not go towards your classes’ totals. (Szynal)
The Garden Club flower bulb planting event scheduled for Thursday has been postponed until next Thursday (Conlisk)
Student ambassadors to help at Open House this Sunday, November 3 from 9:30 am to 12:30pm. PLEASE KNOW THIS IS OUR BIGGEST EVENT SO WE EXPECT ALL AMBASSADORS TO SIGN UP. Sign up is in the student ambassador team! We will have a meeting this Thursday and Ambassadors working Open House will need to attend. (Ragusa)
UPCOMING COLLEGE VISITS:
Juniors and Seniors here are the upcoming College Rep Visits, please sign up in Naviance to attend:
University of Chicago
University of Illinois Chicago
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
SPORTS NEWS & RESULTS:
Girls Basketball Tryouts will be Monday, November 4th, from 3-5 PM.
Congrats to the Varsity Angels VB team on their win last night against Plainfield South in 2 sets!! Next up, the Angels play host, Lincoln-Way West on Thursday at 6pm. Come out and show your support! The theme Thursday is Halloween. Let’s go Angels!
PRAYER & DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS for October 29, 2024
Good morning JCA family. This is Senior Tommy Pawlowski and today is Tuesday October 29th, 2024.
Dear Lord, thank you so much for another day of life on Earth. Thank you for another beautiful sunrise to enjoy. Thank you for the wonderful sounds of nature, from the cool breeze brushing through the trees to the bird’s singing melodies. You are a wonderful God, full of grace and mercy. I praise you for allowing me another day to spend with my family. I love you, Father! Amen.
- OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL…. pray for us.
- FRANCIS OF ASSISI……. pray for us.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The word of the day is epitaph. An epitaph is a phrase or form of words written in memory of a person who has died, especially as an inscription on a tombstone. The poetic epitaphs on the headstones at Disney’s Haunted Mansion are always a highlight. (Szynal)
This is the final week for JCA’s annual Food drive! Students, our goal is to collect 1671 items to deliver to 2 local food banks this holiday season. Items should be non-perishable and, in a box, can, package, or bottle. For example, a box of granola bars counts as 1 item. Please check expiration dates to ensure the item is not stale. The class with the highest total collected items will win a spirit day. However, a class can only qualify for the spirit day if they bring in a minimum of 100 items. Please bring all donations to room 136 before school. Remember the spirit day Thursday does not count towards your class total. (Szynal)
To raise money to purchase food for the food drive and to celebrate Halloween on Thursday, October 31, students may wear orange, black, or school appropriate costumes with the donation of $2. Students not participating in the fundraiser must be in uniform. Costumes must be in good taste and follow the handbook guidelines. All school rules will be enforced. You must be able to sit, walk, breathe, see, and hear (no masks that cover the face and no face makeup). Costumes cannot have or promote weapons of any kind. No pretend “prop” weapons such as water pistols, knives, or swords etc. No politically inspired costumes or accessories. You can purchase your wristband in the main hallway by the main office starting at 7:15 a.m. on Thursday. This does not go towards your classes’ totals. (Szynal)
The Mu Alpha Theta induction is this Tuesday at 6 pm. Inductees should please arrive at 5:45. (Reyes)
Students attending the Disney trip we have a meeting today during 5a in room 136. Please see Ms. Szynal if you cannot attend. (Szynal)
The staff of 4188 the Art Literary Magazine will meet Tuesday, Oct. 29 in room 230 at 2:50. If your Fall sports competition has ended, we will be glad to see you back! As always, new members are always welcome. In the spirit of Halloween, there may be Skittles!
The Garden Club is hosting a flower bulb planting event scheduled for Thursday has been postponed until next Thursday (Conlisk)
To wrap up Heritage month, we will be hosting a Carmelite Presentation this Wednesday. All freshmen and sophomores will attend during 3rd period and all juniors/seniors will attend during 4th period. Just like last week, students should go to their class for attendance and your teacher will escort you to the chapel. Don’t forget to wear your Heritage T-shirts if you bought one. (Ferro)
Student ambassadors to help at Open House this Sunday, November 3 from 9:30 am to 12:30pm. PLEASE KNOW THIS IS OUR BIGGEST EVENT SO WE EXPECT ALL AMBASSADORS TO SIGN UP. Sign up is in the student ambassador team! We will have a meeting this Thursday and Ambassadors working Open House will need to attend. (Ragusa)
SPORTS NEWS & RESULTS:
Come on out to Lincoln-Way West TONIGHT, at 7pm and support your Varsity Angels VB squad as they battle Plainfield South in the first round of IHSA Playoffs!! Let’s go ANGELS!!
Girls Basketball Tryouts will be Monday, November 4th, from 3-5 PM.
There will be a meeting for any current freshmen, sophomore, or junior girls interested in participating in flag football for the Fall of 2025 on Tuesday, October 29th immediately after school in the Chapel. See Mr. Voss if you have any questions or cannot attend.
FUN FACTS:
Today is National Hermit Day. Sometimes it is good for you to take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Turn off the phone for an hour. Find a secluded place and just reflect. You may come back refreshed and ready to face whatever the world has in store for you.
PRAYER & DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS for October 28, 2024
Good morning JCA family. This is Senior Daniel Rouse and today is Monday, October 28th, 2024.
O Lord God, School is not always easy, and some days, it is very difficult, and I struggle to relax and be at peace. Yet I know that you will give me patience, wisdom, and courage, to be excellent in every way, and you will help me love others, as you love me. Amen
- OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL…. pray for us.
- FRANCIS OF ASSISI……. pray for us.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The word of the day is hobgoblin. A hobgoblin is a mischievous imp or sprite. The hobgoblin, Puck, loved playing tricks on the mortals in “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” (Szynal)
This is the final week for JCA’s annual Food drive! Students, our goal is to collect 1671 items to deliver to 2 local food banks this holiday season. Items should be non-perishable and, in a box, can, package, or bottle. For example, a box of granola bars counts as 1 item. Please check expiration dates to ensure the item is not stale. The class with the highest total collected items will win a spirit day. However, a class can only qualify for the spirit day if they bring in a minimum of 100 items. Please bring all donations to room 136 before school. Remember the spirit day Thursday does not count towards your class total. (Szynal)
To raise money to purchase food for the food drive and to celebrate Halloween on Thursday, October 31, students may wear orange, black, or school appropriate costumes with the donation of $2. Students not participating in the fundraiser must be in uniform. Costumes must be in good taste and follow the handbook guidelines. All school rules will be enforced. You must be able to sit, walk, breathe, see, and hear (no masks that cover the face and no face makeup). Costumes cannot have or promote weapons of any kind. No pretend “prop” weapons such as water pistols, knives, or swords etc. No politically inspired costumes or accessories. You can purchase your wristband in the main hallway by the main office starting at 7:15 a.m. on Thursday. This does not go towards your classes’ totals. (Szynal)
The Mu Alpha Theta induction is this Tuesday at 6 pm. Inductees should please arrive at 5:45. (Reyes)
Students attending the Disney trip we have a meeting today during 5a in room 136. Please see Ms. Szynal if you cannot attend. (Szynal)
The staff of 4188 the Art Literary Magazine will meet Tuesday, Oct. 29 in room 230 at 2:50. If your Fall sports competition has ended, we will be glad to see you back! As always, new members are always welcome. In the spirit of Halloween, there may be Skittles!
The Music Ministry Club will meet in the chapel tomorrow morning, Tuesday at 7:15am to prepare for our School Mass on Friday. Anyone interested in singing or playing an instrument with us is welcome. See you there! (Conlisk)
The Garden Club is hosting a flower bulb planting event this Thursday (Halloween) from 1:40pm to 3pm. Meet outside in front of the building, help us plant tulip and daffodil bulbs on the property, and wait to see them bloom this Spring! Service Hours will be offered. (Conlisk)
COLLEGE VISIT INFORMATION:
Attention Juniors and Seniors – Over the next few weeks College Reps from these following colleges will be here at JCA:
North Central College
Xavier University
Holy Cross College
University of St Francis
University of Illinois Chicago
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
Northern Michigan University
Grand Valley State University
Sign up in Naviance! Stop in counseling if you have any questions.
SPORTS NEWS & RESULTS:
Congratulations to the cross-country team for 9 personal records at the Regional meet. The Angels finished third as a team behind Caroline Gallegos in 5th, Mary Kate Moran in 14th, Hailey Bernhard in 16th, Kate Munday in 20th, and Ella Heinen in 21st. Callan Kinsela and Bella Pollack completed the scoring. The team placed 3rd overall and will advance to the Metamora Sectional.
The Hillmen were led by Chris Corsi with personal record times for Lucas Furlane, Jack Skole and Danny Michel. Great job runners
Tomorrow, Tuesday (10/29), come out and support your Varsity VB Angels as they take on the Plainfield South Cougars at 7pm in play-offs. Let’s go Angels!
There will be a meeting for any current freshmen, sophomore, or junior girls interested in participating in flag football for the Fall of 2025 on Tuesday, October 29th immediately after school in the Chapel. See Mr. Voss if you have any questions or cannot attend.
FUN FACTS:
We hope you have an amazing day. On this National Chocolate Day always remember “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get!”
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