St Joseph's Catholic School

Catholic Summer Faith Challenge — Week 3

This week we're learning about St. Anthony of Padua, the patron saint of lost things.

🙏 Challenge: Learn a little about St. Anthony as a family and ask for his intercession this week.

When something is lost, try praying:
"St. Anthony, St. Anthony, please come around. Something is lost and cannot be found."

As you watch this week's video, remember that saints are ordinary people who followed God in extraordinary ways—and they can inspire us to do the same.

Watch the is video from Fr. Tim here: https://tinyurl.com/3zujwpc4

Catholic Summer Faith Challenge — Week 2

God is speaking to us every day—sometimes in the quiet beauty of His creation.

🌿 Week 2 Faith Focus: Prayer Walk

This week's challenge is simple: take a short walk as a family and spend a few moments noticing God's presence all around you. Listen for the birds, feel the breeze, and pay attention to the sounds of nature.

As you walk, thank God for three beautiful things you notice in His creation.

Sometimes the best way to hear God is to slow down and make space for Him. We hope this week's challenge brings your family moments of peace, wonder, and gratitude.

Watch this week's video below and join us as we continue growing in faith together this summer!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W8RMpnDfp0LlJ5kMj2xfNEArpaL9XSlK/view?usp=sharing

This summer, we’re inviting our families to grow in faith together — one small challenge each week. 💙

🙏 Week 1 Faith Focus: Learn a New Prayer
This week’s challenge is to learn St. Augustine’s Prayer to the Holy Spirit and pray it together as a family.

Whether it’s at bedtime, around the dinner table, or before heading out for summer fun, take a few moments to invite the Holy Spirit into your hearts this week.

Watch this week’s prayer video below and join us in starting the summer rooted in faith, prayer, and family.

Week 1: Kickoff & Prayer

Congratulations to the St. Joe’s Class of 2026! 🎓💙

Today we celebrated our 8th grade graduates with a beautiful Mass, a meaningful graduation ceremony, and a thoughtful and fun-filled reception hosted by our 7th grade class.

As you head into this next chapter, carry with you all that St. Joe’s has taught you — to lead with faith, serve with kindness, and live with integrity. No matter where you go, remember to always:

Be Holy. Be Happy. Behave.

We are so proud of each of you and can’t wait to see all the great things ahead.

Our 5th graders traded desks for beach towels as they headed to the playground with books, snacks, and sunshine in hand. A perfect day for relaxing, reading, and soaking up some spring sun with friends! 💙

Last week our 4th grade classes went to the Dick Eardley Senior Center at Fort Boise to make crafts, visit with, and enjoy lunch with the seniors. What great way for these kids to spend an afternoon!

We are so excited for Field Day on May 21! If you are still looking for volunteer hours, this is a great chance to knock them out before the end of the year.

https://signup.com/go/jXEgRbn

This past weekend St. Joe’s put on the first Mom & Son Dodgeball event! The night was such a blast! Shout out to Kendall Auto for sponsoring the photo booth, Pizza Hut for sponsoring pizza and KidStrong for the amazing dodgeball and activities!

And of course, a huge thank you to Kate Powell and Whitney Eaton for organizing and running this event. What a great way to spend Mother’s Day weekend!

Please join us in welcoming Meredith Bloxham who will be teaching 2nd grade at St. Joe's next year!