September 27, 2026

Hello, SKS!

What a week! The generosity of our community in support of this year's Fall Classic left us completely blown away. To everyone who participated in any way -- whether you were on the court or the course, joined us for dinner, participated in the auction, or donated time, talent or treasure: thank you.

Showing up matters—and you showed up in full force.

Because of your incredible support and huge hearts, this year’s Fall Classic was our most impactful yet. Every single dollar will directly support our Annual Fund, which helps us ensure a Catholic education not just for people who can afford it, but for all those who want it.

An event like this doesn't just "happen"—it takes months and months of tireless planning, morning Zooms, and relentless logistics. A massive shoutout goes to our core organizing team, led by Tom and Moira Hobson and Chet Walsh, in partnership with Jessie Bryan and Michelle Johnson, as well as our Home and School Members: Adrienne Faralli, Maureen Glick, Laura Botzler, and Kristie Frazier as well as our Director of Development, Bud Tosti. The team led with grace, humor, and endless enthusiasm. If you see any these folks this week, please give them a shout out of congratulations a heartfelt word of thanks!

What happened this week directly relates to today's gospel, which is all about love in action.

Jesus makes it clear in the Parable of the Two Sons: it’s not the good intentions or pretty words that matter, but the ones who actually step into the field and do the work.

The Fall Classic was a beautiful picture of what it looks like to be that first son—to be people of action. It’s easy to say we care about our community, but you actually showed up "in the vineyard," to support our school and our families, and that real, active commitment is what faith looks like in motion.

Thank you for being a community that doesn't just talk about faith and love, but lives it! We are grateful for your incredible support.

G.B.Y.*,

Mrs. Mulvanerty

*God Bless You!

Spiritwear Shop closes TODAY!

The fall spiritwear shop is open now through September 27. Spiritwear can be worn on on blue and white/spiritwear dress down days. There are plenty of great items for kids and adults. Please see the info below for more details. Special thanks to Kate Libby for designing our swag!

Homecoming

Next weekend is SKS Homecoming. We will have a SKS Blue and White/Spiritwear Dress Down Day and mini-pep rally during last period on Friday to celebrate. Student athletes on CYO may wear their SKS jerseys.

Faithful Families Upcoming Events!

Women's Evening of Reflection

All women of the parish are warmly invited to an evening of reflection from Sr. Mary Elizabeth and Jessica Waltman about their recent Camino de Santiago pilgrimage in Spain. Join us for prayer, dinner and fellowship as we gather in faith and community.

Schedule
6:30 Mass in Church
7:00 Dinner in the Parish Center
7:30 Reflection from Sr. Mary Elizabeth and Jessica Waltman
Pilgrimage: A Journey to the Heart

The cost is $25 to cover food and speaker - cash only
Walk-ins are welcome, but RSVPs are very helpful for planning food and seating.

Teen Mass, October 3 at 5pm

Join us for the first Teen Mass of the 2026-27 school year! Do you have a teen driver in your house? Bring them to Mass for a special blessing and a little gift!

Children's Open Play

Sunday, October 4 after the 9:30AM Mass

Hosted by 4th Grade

Join us for donuts followed by Open Play in the gym after Mass! A chance for littles to run out their pent-up energy while parents connect with other parishioners with children. All families are welcome

Blessing of the Animals

October 11 at 2PM
SKS School Yard
Hosted by Faithful Families

Saint Francis loved all creatures, and so do we! Join us in the SKS School Yard to have your pet blessed by Monsignor Brouwers. We kindly ask that all pets are contained or leashed!

Rosary and Tea

October 16 at 8:30AM
SKS Parish Center
Hosted by Faithful Families

In honor of the Month of the Rosary this October, we warmly invite you to join us for a peaceful and prayerful gathering. Enjoy tea, coffee, and light refreshments as we come together in fellowship. Following our time of hospitality, we will pray the Rosary as a group in devotion to Our Lady. All are welcome!

Please bring your own tea cup, rosary, and any special intentions you would like to pray for!

Stewardship Weekend

Sunday, October 18 at the 9:30AM Mass

Join us!
- Children’s Choir
- Presentation of Confirmation Candidates
- Parish Coffee
- Service Project sponsored by Faithful Families

Halloween is around the corner!

Please be aware of costume rules

Our Halloween celebrations will be here before you know it, with Trunk-or-Treat on 10/25 and our Halloweenathon in school on October 30. These events are meant to be FUN. To ensure everyone's safety, please follow the guidelines below:

No Masks or full-face coverings that block vision
No Weapons including swords, guns, knives, scythes
Nothing gory - avoid fake blood and excessively scary images
Must be inclusive - if students are planning a group costume, they must not exclude others
Must be practical - Can you child sit in a chair? Walk? Use the restroom unassisted?

Thank you for your cooperation!

TuitionCare - It's time to register!

It's time to register for TuitionCare -- a program leverages programs offered by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania that allow individuals to redirect some or all of their state income tax liability to support Catholic education. This program creates a true win-win opportunity - participants are able to redirect theri tax dollars while helping to reduce tuition costs. All SKS families received a credit towards their tuition last year as a result of our school and parish's contributions. And this year, we want that credit to grow even more. Many families in other schools received a credit of 1K in tuition dollars -- we can do it too! Learn more about how you can participate here!

After School Clubs

There are so many opportunities for afternoon clubs! Please click here to check them out.

Coming Up!

October 1 - Women's Evening of Reflection

October 2 - SKS Spiritwear/Blue and White DDD and Pep Rally for students

October 3 - Homecoming at St. Aloysious

October 7 - Monthly Mass and Paper Chain Rosary

October 9 - Noon Dismissal; PD for Faculty

October 12 - No School

October 23 - First Grade Saints Presentation

October 25 - Trunk or Treat

October 30 Halloweenathon at School - No early dismissal pickups

Highlights from the week!

Special thanks to the many sponsors who helped to make our Fall Classic a success!

Overbrook paddle and raquets were a blast.....

.....despite a wet start and WIND! Thank you to Erin Burr, Laura Botzler, Maira Hobson, Adrienne Faralli and Kristie Frazier for the early bird set up and for kicking off the event for us!

Our SKS School choir kicked off the golf at Waynesboro by singing the National Anthem. Thank you to our choir and their director, Mr. K!

Special thanks to all of the teachers who came to the dinner event to represent our all-star team!

Putting Contest! 14 folks made it to the finals of the challenging putting contest!

It was wonderful to see so many legacy SKS alumni and families at the event. Pictured here, the Guyer foursome; 4 out of 9 Guyer students to graduate from SKS!

Thank you for supporting the Immune Deficiency Foundation! The walk on Sept 12 was a success. Maggie’s “Zoo Crew” raised $3,200+ and she was recognized at the event.

Students biked to school on Friday!

Creating superheroes in Friday's art elective!

In 5th grade Success Lab Elective, Mrs. Orsatti and Mrs. Pena teach students how to advocate for themselves by writing effective emails to their teachers. Students also learned how to organize their cubbies and work on executive functioning skills that will set them up for success in middle school and beyond!

Seventh Grade students organize the St. Martin de Porres collection of school supplies as part of their service elective.

Recess!

Mrs. Mulvanerty's Update