February 28, 2012 was a very special day here at ACS. The students eagerly waited in the cafeteria for the arrival of Father Ivan. Not only was Father Ivan celebrating his birthday, he is also now a United States citizen! The teachers and students sang happy birthday to Father Ivan and then enjoyed cupcakes and munchkins. Father was presented with cards made by the students as well as a beautiful bouquet of flowers to congratulate him on his new citizenship. Happy birthday Father Ivan!
The Shroud of Turin in Perth Amboy, NJ
A Vatican replica of the Shroud of Turin is on display at the Assumption Ukrainian Catholic Church in Perth Amboy, NJ until March 3rd, and, according to the church’s Pastor Rev. Ivan Turyk the effect the replica has been having on people is quite profound and spiritual. People that come to the church for the free exhibit are moved by the awesomeness of seeing the shroud and contemplating what Jesus did for mankind. The visitors are all moved and profoundly blessed, because the shroud demonstrates that Christianity is not a myth or wishful thinking, not just faith — it is fact rooted deep in history. It is objectively true and demands our obedience. After seeing the shroud, no one doubts for one second that it is the authentic burial cloth of Jesus Christ who died painfully on the cross in Jerusalem 2,000 years ago for our sins and rose again for our Salvation.
The Assumption Church is located at 684 Alta Vista Pl, Perth Amboy, NJ. The exhibit will be open on every Tuesdays: 10:00 a.m. – 7:30 pm, Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 7:30 pm, Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. For more information on the Shroud Exhibit or to schedule a tour, please call 732-826-0767 or visit our website at www.assumptioncatholicchurch.net
New Jersey Deanery Lenten Service
You are cordially invited to attend the service of Akathist to the Divine Passion of Christ at Assumption Catholic Church, Perth Amboy NJ, on February 26, 2012 at 3:00 P.M. All parishes are invited and the service will be celebrated by all the priests from New Jersey Deanery. The faithful will have an opportunity to venerate the Shroud of Turin, participate in the service of the Passion of Christ, approach the Sacrament of Reconciliation and receive the Anointing of the Sick. We hope as many of you as possible will try to attend.
Native American Projects.
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Earlier in the year the Fourth Grade class visited the American Museum of Natural History. Now it was time for the students to put to use what they had learned about Native Americans. For this project, each student chose what they wanted to create. Some chose to build a longhouse, some created a diorama. Several students wanted to try to make a Native American headdress and yet others tried to make jewelry. Each item had to be made in class and had to be completed by the student alone. One student had plans copied from the internet but for the most part they learned as they went along. I am very proud of what they have accomplished on their own.
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We Visited the Planets
Since ACS is out of this world in Faith, Academica and Service, we just had to learn about the planets. This is also part of our Fourth Grade curriculum. The Fourth Grade class has learned the planet song and we would like to present it to the world.
Keeping in the theme of Catholic School’s week, the Fourth Grade drew then colored the planets in order on the playground. This was not as simple as it seemed.
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Catholic Schools Week Recap
Assumption Catholic School families attended Divine Liturgy on Sunday, January 29, 2012 with parishioners to officially open Catholic Schools Week. During the homily Father Ivan spoke of the theme for the week, Faith, Academics, and Service. He also introduced three ACS students that had written essays about how ACS is out of this world in faith, academics, and service. Jillian of Grade 4, Emily of Grade 5 and Steven of Grade 8 read their essay to the parish and ACS families in attendance. At the end of Liturgy Student Council members passed out small candies that gave parishioners “a hug and a kiss” for their heartfelt support.”
Monday began many activities that students and teachers alike enjoyed. There were brunches and breakfasts, movies and scavenger hunts. Younger children participated in a reading marathon sponsored by the Class of 2012. Pre K children were helping hands around the world while Student Council spent each lunch day counting pennies for our “Pennies for Technology” fundraiser.
On Wednesday every class from Pre K to fifth grade had the chance to play games at the carnival sponsored by the Classes of 2012, 2013, and 2014. After dismissal Father Ivan took the teachers out to lunch at Olive Garden.
Friday closed out the week with lunch provided by our FSA, followed by a pep rally and Class of 2012 vs the Faculty volleyball game. Mrs. Shumny had everyone on their feet cheering for each other. The volleyball game was almost as exciting as the Super Bowl The score went back and forth until finally the faculty was able to seal the game with a 15 – 13 win over the students.
As another Catholic Schools Week came to an end, students could take with them the memories they made with their teachers, their classmates, and the rest of the school. Be sure to view the pictures that can be found on our ACS web site.
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Pajama Day in Pre K
Substituting Catholic school uniforms for pajamas isn't an every day occurrence at the ACS, but during the Catholic Schools Week, students relished the exchange. Pajama Day is always a popular classroom fun day!
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Students and Staff Volleyball
As part of Catholic Schools Week, the 8th grade students have challenged their teachers to a volleyball game with the student body cheering on their favorite players. Before the game against the teachers, the 8th grade students had a bit of a pep rally. The game was challenging and fun for all who were involved. Though the teachers won, many of them were pretty sore the next day.
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