Youth/Kids
The GIFT of Music
Music Notes “Mom, thanks for letting me quit piano lessons when I was a kid!”… said no one ever! Actually, I can’t count the number of times I’ve had someone bemoan the fact that they quit taking piano or voice or [insert your instrument of choice here] lessons as a child. In elementary and junior …
Study of the Saints
Photo Fun The 4th grade students at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School celebrated All Saints Day and a month-long research project about the saints during the month of November. Pictured here are the students with Our Lady Sorrows Associate Pastor Wilfred Emeh.
Spike!
Photo Fun The M Junior Division Volleyball Team at OLS spiked a first-place win in post season tournament play, (L to R front) Poppy Moellering, Neila Nene, Eryn Huie, Isabella Berry, (Back) Noah Riddle, Kayla Evans, Meredith Davis, Fletcher Hughey, and Coach Doug Moellering with his supportive son Henry.
A ‘Grand Day’ for OLS Students & Guests
Education Extra Students at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School (OLS) recently enjoyed Grandpals Day with their special guests. The PTO hosted the event inviting the grandparents or grand-pals of the children. Students and visitors participated in a beautiful Mass prepared by the fourth grade and celebrated by OLS Pastor Monsignor Muller. A small reception …
Out of Balance?
Bringing Out the Winner I have had 16 knee surgeries in my lifetime. As you can imagine, I have spent a LOT of time in rehab. The greatest challenge to getting back to normal activity isn’t necessarily strength, although that is VERY important. It really boils down to balance. If your repaired leg isn’t as …
Start a Family Tradition at Christmas at the Falls
Are We There Yet? Just a short drive over to Gadsden, Ala. will take you to a place sure to get you and your family in the Christmas spirit: Christmas at the Falls. Each year Noccalula Falls Park welcomes visitors to experience the lights and sounds of the season from Thanksgiving night November 23 through …
Deck the Halls: Christmas Home Tour & Holiday Gift Market
City Scene Looking for ideas on how to best decorate your home for Christmas? The Samford Legacy League’s 7th Annual Home Tour Thursday, December 7 is guaranteed to give you great ideas and put you in the Christmas spirit. Visit five stunning area homes as a part of this year’s tour which you can enjoy …
Peer Helpers
These eight graders at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School Students have been chosen as Peer Helpers for this school year. The students were selected based on grade point average, teacher recommendations, answers to questionnaires and individual interviews. They will act as ambassadors for the school by helping to host special school events and assisting …
5 Ways to Equip Your Kids for Faithful Living
Education Extra Since we as parents are called to equip our kids for a lifetime of living under the Lordship of Jesus, it is essential for us to prepare them for a lifetime of weaving together the inseparable bond that must exist between belief and behavior. What we must instill in our kids is both …
Adoption as a Calling: Duck Dynasty
Adoption as a Calling: Duck Dynasty According to Duck Dynasty stars Korie and Willie Robertson, 100,000 children currently in the foster care system in the United States are adoptable because their parents’ rights have been terminated. Statistically, 30,000 of those children will never get a “forever family.” The couple has been passionate about adoption since …
