April 7, 2020

“Alleluia - He is Risen”

Dear Saint Anne’s Family,

Easter is always a joyous time, yet this year, there is an air of uncertainty for all.  If the coronavirus has not had an impact on your family, it certainly has touched someone you know.  Please be assured that all who are suffering from this pandemic are in our thoughts and prayers.

Here are a few thoughts for this Holy Week:

• Consider leading the family in a devotion such as the Rosary.  
• Join our Catholic community in a “streaming” Stations of the Cross and the Holy Thursday and Good Friday Services. 
• Gather everyone and pray with Pope Francis at noon on Good Friday.

On Easter Sunday, celebrate by attending one of the “streaming” Easter masses as a family.  We can then resound the song of praise penned in Psalm 117, “This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad.”  We can rejoice and be glad because Jesus, through his humanity, has given us the opportunity for true resurrection, and He will provide us with the strength and courage to combat this global health challenge together.

Please be advised that Distance Learning will stop for Easter Recess on April 9^th, 10^th, and April 13^th-17^th.  This is a time for all students, parents, and faculty to relax, refresh, and renew as we reflect on this holiest time.  Distance Learning will restart on Monday, April 20^th.  Governor Andrew Cuomo has ordered school buildings to remain closed until April 29^th.  I will relay further opening information as it becomes available.

Again, God bless you and your family during this Holy Season and challenging time.

Peace Be With You.

Mr. Gene Fennell, Principal