All Saints Catholic nurtures academic and personal excellence in all students while emphasizing Catholic values and service to others in Christ’s name.
The All Saints Catholic Middle and High School monthly newsletter has now become a bi-weekly newsletter! This is our second installment with this new bi-weekly schedule. Look forward to these going out via skyward and on the ASC website blog every two weeks.
Volume 1, Issue 2
A Note from Sister Maria José, RSM…
Dear All Saints Families,
It is hard to believe that we are in the season of Lent. And yet, our regular basketball season is coming to a close, our seniors are gearing up for their retreat, and our students are well into their studies. It has been a joy to see our students engaged in their classes.
This week kicked off our Lenten Prayer. We prayed with the story of the rich young man who asked Jesus for the secret to eternal life. In response to the reading students were challenged to think of ways that we could give alms or do good works. This challenge was designed to spark some friendly rivalry, at a deeper level it is an invitation to discover the joy of following Christ through service to others, a key aspect of our mission here at All Saints. May our Lenten practices draw us closer to Christ.
In Christ Jesus,
Sister Maria José, RSM
February 1-5
Wednesday:
6th grade volleyball game @ St. Brigid 5:30 p.m.
7th grade volleyball game @ St. Elizabeth 5:30 p.m.
Varsity girls’ basketball Districts @ Nouvel 5:30 p.m.
Friday:
Crazy Hat Day
March 6-12
Monday: NO SCHOOL
8th grade volleyball game @ St. John/St. Jude Thaddeus 5:30 p.m.
Varsity boys’ basketball Districts @ Mayville
Wednesday:
6th grade volleyball game @ St. John/St. Jude Thaddeus 5:30 p.m.
8th grade volleyball game @ St. John/St. Jude Thaddeus 5:30 p.m.
Thursday:
NHS blood drive
Friday:
ASC jean day
March 13-16
Monday:
7th grade volleyball game @ St. John/St. Jude Thaddeus 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday:
Reconciliation 9-11 a.m.
Wednesday:
8th grade volleyball game @ St. John/St. Jude Thaddeus 5:30 p.m.
News from the Counseling Office…
Please look for information on the next bi-weekly newsletter!
BE BLESSED!!!
Kevin Clemons, Guidance Counselor
News from Miss Zoe…
Dear ASC families,
We have had several snow days in the past few weeks. All parents should automatically be signed up for ASC text alerts, but just in case, all snow day notifications are also posted to the middle/high and elementary Facebook pages, as well as our website shortly after texts go out. On the website, this alert can be found in a red banner at the very top of the homepage.
During the weekend of March 11 and 12, ASC community members will be going to Bay City/Essexville parishes at all Mass times to address the congregations after Mass. Parishes are a big support to the school, both financially and through prayer. We want to thank the parishioners for their support, and it would be a great help if ASC community members including parents, students, teachers, staff, alumni, volunteers, or others involved in the All Saints community would be willing to do this. We would also love to have students passing out invitations to an upcoming open house and tours to the parishioners on their way out of Mass. Please let us know if you can help out in this way! We can absolutely provide you with everything you would need to do or say if you will be speaking. If you would like to participate, please sign up at this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0B45AAAC2EAAF49-catholic
Please reach out if you have any questions: zoe.robinson@ascbaycity.org
God bless,
Zoe Robinson
Sports News…
Our varsity girls’ basketball team played a hard-fought game, but lost in the first game of district play on March 1.
The boys’ varsity basketball team opens up district play on March 6 against Mayville in Mayville.
A huge shout out to Ellie Essenmacher on her 5th place finish at Regionals last weekend which qualified her for the MHSAA state tournament in Battle Creek this weekend.
With the first day of spring practice coming up on Monday, March 13, our baseball and softball members both are hovering around 20 players on each team.
God bless Cougar Nation,
Greg Wagner
Cougar Corp News…
Hello, All Saints families and community,
Thank you very much for all the support of our 7/8th grade advanced band at Friday, February 24ths ASC basketball game. It was very exciting to have live student music being performed and add to the vibrant spirit of the games.
We have guest music clinicians coming the next few weeks to continue developing our student musician’s embouchure, tone, and technique. Our school
music community is so blessed to have local professionals augment our developing music program.
Keep an eye open for Cougar Corp band members at this year’s St Patrick’s Day Parade in Bay City on Sunday, March 19.
Plans have begun for a final concert to be held in May. We have some very fun things we are discussing to make this a special event. More details to follow as we
solidify the event.
We are still on the lookout for any slightly used band instruments that would be available for donation. If you have an instrument you would like to donate please contact Mr. Bethune at todd.bethune@ascbaycity.org
Musically in Christ,
Todd Bethune
ASC band and music director
What We’re Up To…
At ASC we are almost done revising the Tardy Policy. This is an important effort to make sure that our students maximize their learning. Also, on our desk is the 2023-2024 Course Selection Offerings. We are excited at the possibility of running more electives and look forward to having your input. Please keep an eye out for that communication.
Bishop Gruss will visit the School on Friday, March 17, and you are invited to attend Mass. It is at 8:30 at St James’ Church. Our Students will take part in a Catholic Trivia in the Langley Hall directly afterwards. If you are able to help out with supervising the Trivia, we would love your help. Contact Sister Maria Jose at 989-892-2533.
Room 319 update – We are putting the finishing touches on with paint. The next step is to fill and stage the space. We are asking for donations of any games; card games, board games, etc. for the students. Also, any gently used furniture; table, chairs, bean bag chairs, etc. Please email Ms. Amy if you are interested in helping with that: amy.wisniewski@ascbaycity.org
Good things are happening at All Saints!
A Note From Dinah…
Don’t forget about the Pot of Gold on March 11! Dinner & raffle tickets are still available!
Trivia Night coming April 22nd! More information to come!
God Bless
Dinah
A Note from Home & School Club…
We are starting to work on post prom. Please contact Lori Salinas or Laura Ballard if you would like to help out!
Parish Info and Mass Opportunities
Deacon Gary, President of the Diocese of Saginaw Educational Committee visited All Saints and encouraged students to stay connected with God. One of the most powerful ways to grow in relationship with Christ is to participate in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass and receive Jesus himself. For that reason, we ask you to take a little time out of your busy lives each week to grow closer to God and to enjoy Mass as a family. We have included the Mass times for our Parishes in Bay City for your convenience.
All Saints Parish– St. James Site
710 Columbus Ave. Bay City, MI 48708
Mass Times: Saturday: 5:00pm
Sunday: 8:30am
(989) 893-4693
All Saints Parish– St. Boniface Site
510 N. Lincoln Bay City, MI 48708
Mass Times: Sunday: 10:30am
12:30pm (Bilingual Mass)
(989) 893-4693
Corpus Christi Parish
1000 S. Wenona St. Bay City, MI 48706
Mass Times: Saturday: 4:30pm
Sunday: 8:00am & 10:30am
(989) 893-4073
Our Lady of Peace
607 E. South Union
Mass Times: Saturday: 4:00pm
Sunday: 8:30am & 10:30am
(989) 892-6031
Our Lady of Czestochowa– St. Stan’s Site
1503 Kosciuszko Ave, Bay City, MI 48708
Mass Times: Sunday: 9:00am & 11:30am
(989) 893-6421
Our Lady of Czestochowa– St. Hyacinth Site
1515 Cass Avenue Bay City, MI 48708
Mass Times: Saturday: 4:30pm, Sunday: 6:00pm
(989) 893-6421
St. Catherine of Sienna
2956 E. North Union Bay City, MI 48706
Mass Times: Saturday: 5:00pm
Sunday: 8:30am & 11:00am
(989) 684-1203
St. Jude Thaddeus
614 Pine St. Essexville, MI 48732
Mass Times: Saturday: 4:00pm
Sunday 8:30am & 10:30am
(989) 894-2701