Spiritual Life and Service
Saint John School is a manifestation of the educational mission of the Catholic Church and the teaching ministry of the Sisters of Notre Dame. The faculty and staff in partnership with parents work to provide students with the foundations of a Christ-centered faith, with a love for justice and truth that inspires service to others, and with a blossoming spirituality. As St. Julie directed, the school is united by a common vision of the gospel and a common call to follow Jesus.
Saint John School, along with parents, strives to create an environment where students grow in their understanding of themselves as children of God and as important members of the church and the community.
Religious Traditions
Saint John School follows Saint Julie's path to spirituality. Saint Julie Billiart, founder of the Sisters of Notre Dame, developed a path to spirituality accessible to all, especially children. Her way exhorts everyone to find God's presence everywhere and to remember that God is so very good. Through the image of the sunflower, Saint Julie taught, simply but profoundly, how to approach the Creator. Saint John School continues to teach the students about God in this way, a way that even the youngest student can understand.
Daily Prayer
Daily, the students begin their school day with morning prayers (Our Father, Hail Mary and Prayer to Saint Julie). Also, students say a prayer of grace before every snack time and lunch.
Liturgy
On the first Friday of each month, students attend a liturgy. Each month a different grade hosts the liturgy. Students from that grade are greeters, lectors, gift bearers and at times, altar servers.
Sacraments
Importantly, Saint John School prepares Second Grade students for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Communion. Each spring, the second grade students receive these sacraments in beautiful liturgies at St. John the Evangelist Church.
Service
Service is an integral part of the school. Students participate in annual food and clothing drives for the poor, and they make many contributions to the missions. Service also encompasses how students treat their peers and teachers. Respect and kindness are fostered, acknowledged and praised.
