“If we wish to make any progress in the service of God we must begin every day of our life with new eagerness.”
– St. Charles Borromeo
Sunday readings for February 8, 2026- Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
First Reading: Isaiah 58:7-10
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 112:4-9
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5
Gospel: Matthew 5:13-16
Announcements
Mass this Sunday
The church heat is working so we will have our Masses in the church this weekend. Mass in the Teresa Hu Center was wonderful last weekend, but it is time to move back to church.
Chinese New Year Mass
Our annual Mass for Chinese New Year will be on Sunday February 22. There will be one Mass on that Sunday at 11:15 AM
HR Chinese New Year Party
We will have a party to celebrate Chinese New Year on Saturday February 28. Please mark your calendar. There will be more details available in a few days. For now, save the date
Firefighters Mass
The annual Mass for Firefighters at Saint John’s will be Saturday, February 28 at 10 AM. Please mark your calendars and plan to join in prayer for the safety of all firefighters.
Lenten Bible Study
Lent begins on February 18th. We will have bible study to deepen our faith during this time of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. We will meet on the following Saturdays during Lent- March 14, 21, and 28. We will be discussing the Sunday’s gospel readings with Brother Luke. Bible study will begin at 5pm in the Angelus house and a potluck dinner will follow. All are welcome to join.
Holy Redeemer School Spotlight
From the Nurse’s Office
We are still accepting forms for the UPenn Dental Program for student dental check-ups. If you are interested, please click on this link ——-> Penn Smiles Consent or respond to this email directly to request a form.
Open House Reminder
We will be hosting an Open House on Tuesday, February 10th, from 9:30 to 11:00 am . Please feel free to refer friends and family who may be interested in joining our school community. As a thank-you, if a referred family applies and enrolls, you will receive a $200 referral credit toward your child’s tuition .
Future Open House Dates
- Thursday, April 9th – 1 pm to 2 pm
- Saturday, April 11th – 10 am to 12 pm
Chinese New Year Performances
Families and friends are warmly invited to join us for our Chinese New Year performances, with exciting raffles to follow!
- Friday, March 6th – 12:00 to 2:00 pm
- Monday, March 9th – 12:00 to 2:00 pm
Come see your child shine as we celebrate culture, tradition, and community through music and dance!
Upcoming Events & Important Dates
- Friday, February 6th – First Day of Dancing with Students
- Tuesday, February 10th – 9:30 am to 11:00 am – Open House
- Thursday, February 12th – 8th Grade Only: NAEP Exam
- Friday, February 13th – 1 pm to 1:45 pm – School Assembly: Space Conservation
- Monday, February 16th to Friday, February 20th – No School: Chinese New Year Break
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