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Lenten Reflections
“Repent, and believe in the gospel,” Jesus told the crowds (Mark 1:15).
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ChatGPT saidAs we journey through Lent, the Church invites us into a sacred season of reflection, renewal, and return. These forty days echo the time Jesus Christ spent in the desert, where He fasted, prayed, and prepared His heart for His saving mission. In our own way, Lent calls each of us—students, families, and staff—to step into that desert space and open our hearts to God.
As we journey through Lent, the Church invites us into a sacred season of reflection, renewal, and return. These forty days echo the time Jesus Christ spent in the desert, where He fasted, prayed, and prepared His heart for His saving mission. In our own way, Lent calls each of us—students, families, and staff—to step into that desert space and open our hearts to God. At the center of Lent are two powerful themes: repentance and forgiveness.
You said:
ChatGPT saidAs we journey through Lent, the Church invites us into a sacred season of reflection, renewal, and return. These forty days echo the time Jesus Christ spent in the desert, where He fasted, prayed, and prepared His heart for His saving mission. In our own way, Lent calls each of us—students, families, and staff—to step into that desert space and open our hearts to God.
As we journey through Lent, the Church invites us into a sacred season of reflection, renewal, and return. These forty days echo the time Jesus Christ spent in the desert, where He fasted, prayed, and prepared His heart for His saving mission. In our own way, Lent calls each of us—students, families, and staff—to step into that desert space and open our hearts to God. At the center of Lent are two powerful themes: repentance and forgiveness.
Repentance: Turning Back to God
Repentance is more than simply saying “I’m sorry.” It is a change of heart. The word itself means to turn around—to recognize when we have moved away from God and choose to return to Him. In a school community, repentance might look like admitting when we have hurt someone, taking responsibility for our actions, or striving to be kinder and more patient.For our students, Lent is a beautiful opportunity to learn that mistakes do not define us. Rather, what defines us is our willingness to grow. When we pause to reflect on our choices, pray for guidance, and try again, we live out the Gospel message in everyday life.
Forgiveness: A Gift We Receive and Share
Repentance opens the door to forgiveness. Through the Sacrament of Reconciliation, we encounter God’s boundless mercy in a personal and powerful way. In forgiveness, we are reminded that God’s love is greater than our failures.But forgiveness is not only something we receive—it is something we are called to give. In the Lord’s Prayer, taught to us by Jesus Christ, we pray, “forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.” Forgiving others can be challenging, especially when we feel hurt. Yet it is through forgiveness that hearts are healed, friendships are restored, and communities are strengthened.
Lent is the perfect time to reflect on our actions, seek forgiveness and to forgive others. We are encourgaged to particpate in reconcilation and return to God renewed. Click the link to download a reflection on confession for children: confession_card_for_children
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Reading Link Challenge
The Reading Link Challenge is a wonderful opportunity for our Grade 4 and 5 students to grow as readers while having fun as part of a team. Organized in partnership with the Fraser Valley Regional Library, this engaging “sport of reading” motivates students to read a selection of high-quality books and work together to answer detailed comprehension questions. Through the challenge, students strengthen their reading fluency, critical thinking, and memory skills, while also building confidence, teamwork, and communication abilities. Most importantly, the Reading Link Challenge fosters a lifelong love of reading and shows students that books can bring people together in exciting and meaningful ways.
We are excited to share that two teams of our Grade 4–5 students will be representing our school in the upcoming Reading Link Challenge! These dedicated readers have been working hard to prepare, demonstrating teamwork, commitment, and a love of reading. Our School Challenge will take place on March 2, where the teams will compete for the opportunity to advance to the Library Challenge on March 11. We are incredibly proud of their efforts and enthusiasm. Best of luck to both teams as they take part in this exciting “sport of reading” — we are cheering you on!
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February Reading Challenge
A reminder to all students to bring in your reading log for the February Reading Challenge.
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Movie Night!
A heartfelt thank you to all of our parents and staff who helped make our recent Movie Night such a successful and fun-filled event! From organizing and set-up to concessions and clean-up, your time, energy, and enthusiasm created a wonderful evening for our school community. Events like this would not be possible without your support and teamwork. We truly appreciate everyone who contributed to making the night such a memorable experience for our students and families!
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Sports
Basketball Monday, March 2nd – 12:00 – Grade 5 practice
Monday March 9th – 3:00-4:00 Grade 5 Game @ Cornerstone
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Alert - Traffic Changes
Traffic Alert – Lane Closure
As early as March 2, 2026, traffic on the Mt. Lehman structure will be reduced from three lanes to two, with one lane operating in each direction.This lane reduction is needed for construction on the Mt. Lehman structure. Lane reductions are anticipated to be in place until the end of 2026. At construction completion, the Mt Lehman structure will be widened to five lanes from the existing three.Access
Access to area businesses will be maintained as usual. However, road users can expect increased traffic and delays when traveling on Mt. Lehman Road, especially over the Mt. Lehman structure. Pedestrian, cycling, and transit access across the Mt Lehman structure will be maintained throughout construction. We are asking that users follow posted signage and use designated paths for their safety.We appreciate your patience during construction. Learn more about the Fraser Valley Highway Corridor Improvement Program: website.
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Zajac Ranch Summer Camp
Summer at Zajac Ranch is more than just camp, it’s a place where everyone belongs.From first-timers to returning campers, children to young adults, our summer programs are thoughtfully designed to create a safe, inclusive, and empowering experience for individuals of all abilities.
Our goal is to ensure that all children with special medical needs in British Columbia and across Canada can participate in a camp experience. Mindful that many families with children or young adults with medical conditions are burdened by significant expenses for specialized care, treatment, and education for their child, we established the Zajac Camper Allowance to help families in need of support. This Allowance offsets the cost of registration and is made available to all campers. Our long-term goal is to someday be able to offer a camp experience to any child, regardless of medical condition or financial situation, free of charge.
Whether it’s our ASD Camp, Mixed Medical Camp, or Young Adult Camp, participants get to enjoy classic camp adventures like horseback riding, canoeing, ropes courses, climbing, and swimming, all within a supportive, sensory-aware, and fully accessible environment. With experienced, compassionate staff and programs adapted to individual needs, campers build confidence, independence, and genuine connections while being celebrated for who they are.Ready to create a summer filled with joy, fun and friendship! Registration is now open and space fills up quickly! Register Roday!
Follow this link for more information or to register: APPLY TODAY! Or go to our Website: https://zajacranch.com/camps/schedule/
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Royal Soccer Club Summer Day Camps
The Royal Soccer Club, a registered non-profit organization that has been delivering high-quality summer soccer day camps for children across Canada since 1993. Today, we are proud to be the largest grassroots summer soccer camp program in the country.We are preparing for our upcoming summer day camps for children ages 5 to 13, running at a nearby location throughout the summer. Our programs focus on skill development, teamwork, confidence-building, and fun in a positive, supportive environment.
A brief overview of our program:
- Program Name: Royal Soccer Club Summer Day Camps
- Ages: 5-13 years old
- Dates: Weekly sessions from June 29 to September 4, 2026
- Locations: Click here for our Langley location details
- Activities: Life and social skill development, soccer skill development, team games and more
- Registration: Now open at https://royalsoccerclub.com/registration/
If you have any questions or need additional information, please feel free to contact us at info@royalsoccer.com or 1-800-427-0536.
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Sports
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