Growing Together @ STL

Dear Students, Staff, and Families,

In today’s Gospel, Jesus asks his disciples: “Who do you say that I am?” and Peter answers, “You are the Christ of God.” But then Jesus reveals that the path ahead includes suffering, rejection, and ultimately rising again.

This moment invites each of us to move beyond knowing about Christ to personally professing him in our lives. To grow in Christ’s love means more than admiration—it means following him, even when it costs us something.

Growing in Christ’s Love calls us to:

• Know and proclaim who Christ is — it is not enough to speak of Jesus: we must own him as Lord in our hearts and in our actions.

• Embrace the cross — love sometimes asks us to suffer, to give up comfort, to stand with those who are rejected or struggling.

• Live hopefully in resurrection — just as Christ is raised, our sacrifices bear fruit in new life, change, and deeper communion with God.

As school community, let us encourage one another: to speak of Christ boldly, to serve humbly, to persevere in trials, and to continually open our hearts to his transforming love. May we grow ever more in his love, in unity, courage, and faith.

Blessings to you all! Have an amazing weekend!

Kristie Phelan
Principal

Now that we have settled into the second week of school, we would like to ask for parents help to start our day on time. Mornings can be tricky and we do start early, but students arriving late are causing interrruptions to instructional time. If we can all try to be in the classroom by 8:05AM to start our day together it would be very much appreciated!

Also a reminder if you are going to be late, please let the office know so we can wait together in the office. Thank you!

Monday, Sept 29 :

-Orange Shirt Day

-GIFT assembly for Truth and Reconciliation

-Grade 5/6 Girls Group @ Lunch

Tuesday, Sept 30:

-National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - SCHOOL CLOSED

Wednesday, Oct 1:

-Early out. Pick up at 1:43 PM

Thursday, Oct 2:

-Custodian Appreciation Day

-Grade 7/8 Girls Group @ Lunch

-Girls Volleyball Game @ 4:00pm

Friday, Oct 3:

-PD Day - NO SCHOOL

October 9, 2025 - Picture Day!

October 10, 2025 - World Mental Health Day

October 13, 2025 - Thanksgiving! No school

October 19, 2025 - Catholic Education Sunday!

If returning to school is a stressful time for your family, you may be eligible to have your school fees waived. Please read more about the EICS fee waiver policy and complete the following form if applicable. 2025-26 Fee Waiver Application.

We excitedly share this year's Faith Theme of "Growing Together in Christ’s Love"

"You will see this theme and our Faith integrated throughout our school, interwoven into each subject area and our daily interactions with each other. We are excited to "Grow Together" in Christ at St. Luke Catholic School.

Students recognized at GIFT for their virtue of Compassion in September! Keep up the great work STL!

2025 St. Luke Spirit Wear is now available!

To view the entire collection along with pricing, please visit our hot lunch site at https://stlukeschool.hotlunches.net

Orders will be accepted until October 1st.

Any questions can be directed to Meghan Ferguson at meghan.e.lawlor@gmail.com

This is the last week of collecting Toonies and loose change for The Terry Fox Foundation! Help STL reach our $500 goal!

Our students ran their hearts out on Thursday to support the Marathon of Hope and Terry's dream to fund cancer research! Way to go STL!

STL School Council and Parent Association have been so busy this month supporting many initiatives in the school. We had our first meeting on Sept 22 and voted in new council members. This committee is a great way to get involved with our school community and stay on top of all the up and coming events here at St. Luke. Volunteers and parents are always welcome and we look forward to seeing you at the next meeting!

FACEBOOK -Join Us!

If you haven’t already, please join our School Council and Parent Association Facebook page! We are excited to offer this official space to share news and updates about events, fundraising, and more!

Questions or Want to Volunteer?

If you are interested in helping with the Welcome Back BBQ, get involved in events or have questions for St. Luke's School Council, please email stlukeparentcouncileics@gmail.com

Mark Your Calendars!

Our first School Council Meeting is in person on Monday, September 22 at 6:00pm. All parents with children at St. Luke are part of School Council and welcome to join each meeting. Together we plan events, discuss topics and support all children in successful learning and growing!

Masses at OLPH will be livestreamed. Please join using this link. https://www.facebook.com/olphsherwoodpark/videos/

Visit OLPH Website for more information about the parish and in regards to sacramental preparation.

Visit www.facebook.com/olphsherwoodpark

St. Francis of Assisi Parish is administered by Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Sherwood Park. Please contact the parish for confession times and more information.

Clergy: Reverend Jim Corrigan, Pastor

Mass Time: Sunday 11:00

Email Address: StFrancisAssisi.Tofield(at)caedm.ca

5523 - 50 Street Tofield, AB T0B 4J0

See map: Google Maps

Principal

Email: Stl@eics.ab.ca
Website: stl.eics.ab.ca
Location: 22139 South Cooking Lake Road, Sherwood Park, AB, Canada
Phone: 780-922-5920
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlukeeics
Twitter: @stlcs_EICS