ANNOUNCEMENTS • UPCOMING EVENTS • NOTEWORTHY ITEMS OF INTEREST
Announcements
Did you know?
- Today is the Feast of St. Nicholas. We know that we was very well known for giving gifts! Do you know what his greatest gift was? Jesus Christ. St. Nicholas was one of the bishops involved in the Council of Nicaea, which declared that Jesus was true God and true man! This clear teaching has been passed down to the present day. Thank you St. Nicholas!
- Follow the Sunday Mass Readings – 2nd Week of Advent
- On December 9, we will observe the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. School Mass will be at 9:30 am. Other Mass options that day include: 6:30 AM, 8:00 AM, and 5:30 PM. Please join us in honoring Our Blessed Mother on this special day! There will NOT be School Mass on Thursday, Dec 12.
- As part of SVdP Serves, our 7th graders recently visited the Samaritan House Homeless Shelter to help them decorate for Christmas.
School Initiatives in Progress
Renewal of Strategic Planning – Parent Survey – Coming Soon!! – Look out for an email with a link
Overview – One of the initiatives underway at SVdP this year is to create an updated Strategic Plan for our school. A lot of work was done in 2018-2019 and interrupted by COVID. At a high level, the goal of the Strategic Plan is to identify and prioritize needed improvements to our school to allocate resources for the next 1-3 years. Our current renovation project takes care of a great deal of capital needs, but program and building needs continue. With the help of our community, we will identify both long-term improvements projects, as well as several smaller, short-term projects, to focus on for the next 1-3 years as we finish up our Capital Campaign and Renovation Project. SVdP has implemented strategic plans in the past and we would like to keep our eyes forward focused to be good stewards of our beautiful school and community.
We had more than a 50% response rate last time this survey went out! Thanks for taking the time to take this survey when it is sent to you on December 6.
Foundation for the Future Capital Campaign: Help Us Cross the Finish Line!
Dear SVdP Parents,
Thank you for your generosity and support throughout our Foundation for the Future capital campaign! Your contributions have made a significant impact on our school, and we are so close to achieving our goal.
To complete all the projects we’ve set out to accomplish, we still need to raise $400,000 for the school. With your help, we can cross the finish line and ensure that our school continues to thrive for generations to come.
Here’s what your support has already made possible during last summer’s construction:
- A redesigned main office.
- An updated principal’s office and enhanced front-door security.
- A new private space for children to rest when they’re feeling sick.
- New carpet and ceiling upgrades in the main entrance.
Looking ahead, we’re excited to begin the next phase of renovations in June 2025, which will include:
- Remodeling classrooms for a modern, engaging learning environment.
- Enhancing the teachers’ lounge to support our dedicated faculty.
- Updating bathrooms for improved functionality and comfort.
- Replacing all windows to maximize air circulation and temperature efficiency.
Your continued generosity will bring these plans to life and make a lasting difference in our school community. Thank you for being part of this journey with us!
Gratefully,
Fr. Hilton & Sr. Marie Isaac, OP – Pastor & Principal
- December 9 – School Mass – 9:30 AM
- December 10 – 11 – H&S Christmas Shoppe
- December 12 – NO SCHOOL MASS
- December 12 – K-2 Christmas Program – 6 PM – Gym
Wednesday, December 18th at 8:00 AM in the school conference roomGala Planning
Exciting Gala News – Save the Date for Spring Elegance Gala 2025!
As we enter this season of gratitude, we’re feeling especially thankful for our incredible team of volunteers who are hard at work organizing the details, fundraising efforts, and planning for this year’s Spring Elegance Gala! Mark your calendars—this highly anticipated event will take place on Friday, May 2nd, at Mile High Station.
For any Gala related questions, please contact Melissa Regan, 410-336-7097 or svdpgala25@gmail.com.
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The SVdP Serves committee meets in the Dining Room of the Parish Office on the first Friday of the month from 8-9 am. The upcoming meeting dates: Our next meeting is February 7 at 8AM. All are welcome!
We just had an amazing SVdP Serves Service Day just before Thanksgiving! Thank you to all our volunteers!
If you and your family are looking for ways to serve within greater Denver, here are a few options for you:
- Christ in the City: The city of Denver serves as the proud home of Christ in the City headquarters. Missionaries live and serve together. They are committed to using a relational and Christ-centered approach to homeless ministry.
- Your family can Volunteer for Lunch in the Park. Lunch in the Park is held every Wednesday & 2nd Saturday of the month at noon. For location and parking details, please SIGN UP. Training is required for all first-time volunteers.
- Community Ministries is a food pantry and more! Their mission is to meet the basic needs of individuals who are experiencing economic hardships and related problems. See their Volunteer Event Calendar for opportunities to serve.
- Catholic Charities: As the charitable arm of the Archdiocese of Denver, Catholic Charities shelters, feeds, houses, educates, counsels, and provides emergency assistance and critical services to tens of thousands of our Denver neighbors. Learn more about current volunteer opportunities here.
- SVdP Christmas Shoppe – December 10th & 11th- ORDER FORMS DUE TODAY!: All Christmas Shoppe order forms are due TODAY! Additionally, we still need some volunteer elves to help us make the Christmas Shoppe magic happen. Sign up here. Finally, don’t forget to send your kiddos to school with a bag to carry all their gifts homes next Tuesday and Wednesday.
- Cookie Baking Volunteers Needed – December 18th: Calling all bakers! Help Home & School spoil our teachers and staff with Christmas cookies and treats on December 18th by signing up to bring two dozen cookies to school. We will set up all the cookies in the teacher’s lounge and provide boxes so all teachers and staff can take cookies home. Sign up here.
Faith & Family:
- Please Join Us For Our School’s First Family Sunday Mass which will take place the 2nd Sunday of Advent, December 8th, at 9:30am. Our 8th graders, 4th graders and Kindergartners will be serving in key roles during the Mass. Following Mass, we will have donuts and Advent crafts in the gym. We look forward to celebrating the season with you.
- First Annual St. Vincent de Paul Advent-by-Candlelight: SVdP Moms, you are invited to the first annual St. Vincent de Paul Advent-by-Candlelight on December 8th from 7-9 p.m. Join us for an evening of fellowship, reflection, and prayer as we welcome guest speaker Mallory Smyth from Walking with Purpose. This gathering aims to bring women together in faith, focusing on the true meaning of Advent. Surrounded by candlelight, we’ll keep our hearts and minds centered on Christ, the light of the season. All are welcome—no need to be Catholic to attend. Click here to RSVP. For questions, contact Kim at kimberly.duplessis@gmail.com.
Basketball season has begun!
You can find everything you need to know about games HERE. Next week we’ll have some home games!
2024-2025 – Archdiocese of Denver Catholic Schools Athletic Program Handbook 24-25 School Year
St Vincent de Paul Parish & Community
Calling all school dads: Do you want to grow in the essentials of the Christian life, to be a better Husband and Father, and to do so alongside your fellow men in the SVDP school community?
Join our Dad’s discipleship group, starting 11/8, at 7:50am-8:45am, at the “Lourdes House” 1155 S Josephine Street (right across from the school office.) Coffee provided. Email FOCUS missionary Seth for more info. seth.monholand@focus.org
Foundations for the Future Campaign
See campaign latest updates HERE
Access the latest bulletin HERE
SECOND ANNUAL ADVENT MARKET at CAMP ST. MALO (south of Estes Park, CO on Highway 7)
DEC. 7-8, 2024 | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Experience the Truth of the Advent season, soak in the beauty of winter in the mountains, enjoy good food (including spiced wine, warm drinks, and festive snacks), and encounter Christ! More information HERE.
