Mr. Rogér DesLauriers

“Preach the Gospel at all times. When necessary, use words.” –St. Francis of Assisi

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The Catholic School’s theme for the 2025/26 school year is “Living, Celebrating, and Proclaiming Our Faith.” All CISVA schools are journeying together through this three-year theme, and this year, our focus will be specifically on Proclaiming our Faith.

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To proclaim means to declare something publicly, to announce it boldly and confidently. Faith, as we know, is a deep trust in God and a commitment to follow Christ. When combined, proclaiming our faith calls us to live as courageous witnesses to the Good News, demonstrating our faith in action not only within our school but also beyond its walls.

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Our words and actions proclaim what we believe. When we proclaim kindness, compassion, honesty, and forgiveness, we share Christ’s light with those around us. Just as culture is shaped by what we celebrate, it is also defined by what we proclaim—what we stand for and speak up about.

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At Notre Dame, we believe that faith is not something to keep hidden but something to share joyfully and respectfully. We aim to form students who are confident in expressing their faith, who can articulate what they believe, and who live in a way that draws others to God through their example.

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As we enter this new school year, let us encourage our children—and ourselves—to proclaim our faith in word and deed. Let us support one another as we:

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• Speak kindly and truthfully, even when it is difficult.

• Act with integrity and courage, even when it sets us apart.

• Share our faith with those who are struggling or searching.

• Pray, so our hearts remain rooted in compassion and love.

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May our commitment to our faith inspire those around us, strengthen our school community, and help us grow in character. Let everything we say and do be a proclamation of what it means to know, love, and serve God.