Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Catholic School

Message from the Principal

Dear Parents,
I must admit to you in a most penitential manner that I am still digging through leftover Halloween Candy. Perhaps it’s because I continue to selectively dig for my favorite vices that I haven’t noticed something rather obvious --- the commercialization of Christmas has begun! Seemingly without any notice, the stores are displaying wreaths, decorated trees, wrapped packages, and more. Where, oh where did Thanksgiving go?
As a child I couldn’t wait for Thanksgiving. Back then, it was one of the few times a year you had turkey for dinner, and just as everyone else probably feels, my mom made the best filling in the world. I would wait all year for that thrill. There was a parade on Market Street, and high school football games to bundle up for and you just knew it was going to be one terrific day. Lately, however, it has vanished; it has been pushed aside, so merchants can begin the great competition for our patronage. How very sad.
Thanksgiving is one of the purest of holidays. No gifts to buy, no need to worry if everyone will be happy with our choices for them, no pressure to keep up with anyone. Thanksgiving is just that most perfect of days when we are granted the opportunity to sit back, reflect upon the goodness surrounding us, and offer gratitude for all that we do have. It is, quite obviously, a time to give thanks.
This Thanksgiving, as indeed we do each day here at Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, we wish to give thanks to you. The overwhelming faith you place in us by sharing your most precious gift with us is a humbling experience and one which we shall never overlook. We give thanks to you for your commitment to root your child in Faith, for the promise of Hope your child brings to the world, and for nurturing Love for Our Lord and His Blessed Mother in the innocent souls of your children. We give thanks that God has placed us in your presence, and we pray that we remain always mindful of your trust. May Our Loving Father continue to bless you and your family this Thanksgiving. It will be my personal hope that you are able to have “one terrific day”.
May God Bless You and Keep You Well.
Fondly,