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Saints Update 2/6/26

February 6, 2026 View this email in your browser

Our St. Peter parents are the best! Enrollment for our 26-27 school year opened on January 26 and our programs are filling fast! In nearly every single application, the new family indicates that they are pursuing an education at St. Peter because of a recommendation from a current St. Peter family. This school year, once again, YOU have been an amazing ambassador of our school with your friends, family, and neighbors. Nearly every spot is filled in our 3 and 4 year old preschool classes and we are on target to open two first grade classrooms as well as two Kindergarten classrooms. Our Pathways to Learning Program gives our 1st - 3rd grade students an opportunity to differentiate learning in their core subjects which gives us a huge advantage to target our instructional focus and provide even smaller, more personalized instruction compared to area public schools.

If you think St. Peter might be a good fit for your family moving into the next school year, please make sure you have registered for your class of choice. If you are currently in 1st through 7th grade, you have been autoenrolled in the next grade. Please contact kfay@fulllifeinchrist.org if you need assistance getting on a waitlist for one of our preschool classes or if you would like to schedule a 1 on 1 consultation with Mr. Goffron to talk about next steps in your child’s educational journey.|

~Mr. Goffron

P.S. Also, the large demand for our 3 and 4 year old preschool has led us to offer a 5 day half day preschool class for the 26-27 school year. Please tell your friends and neighbors about this exciting new opportunity.

UPCOMING DATES

Feb 13-16 - No School - Winter Pause

Feb 17 - Spring ACE classes begin

Feb 17 - Small Saints Play Date (Register HERE)

Feb 17-18 - Hearing and Vision Screenings

Feb 23-27 - Teacher Appreciation Week

March 2-5 - Lutheran Schools Week

March 6 - No School - LSA Basketball Tournament

Click HERE for the full calendar

*Spring Ace registration is now open is Skyward and will close on February 12.

2'S EXTENDED CARE 2/13

PRESCHOOL- 8TH GRADE EXTENDED CARE 2/13

ST. PETER ADULT SPORTS
Looking for a reason to get moving, meet great people, and have some fun? The adult sports leagues are back at St.Peter starting on February 15th. The leagues are about fun, friendly competition, and building community. no pressure or judgement –just good games and good laughs. If you are interested or would like any additional information, please contact joel koester at saintpeterahsports@gmail.com.

VARIETY SHOW AUDITIONS
Attention all 4th-8th graders! It's time to polish your skills and get ready to audition for this year's Variety Show! 🎶Auditions will be held on Tuesday, February 10th from 3:15-4:15pm in Mrs. Shields' classroom (Room 55). All student acts will receive an email to sign up for a 5 minute audition slot.

HEARING AND VISION SCREENING
On Feb 17-18, the Village of Arlington Heights will conduct vision and hearing screenings for our students. The school office is seeking a parent volunteer who could assist with the process. If you have any availability between 8:30 and 1:00 on Tuesday, Feb 17, or 9:30 and 12:00 on Wednesday, February 18, please email schooloffice@fulllifeinchrist.org.

We’re excited to welcome the Concordia University Wisconsin Symphonic Wind Ensemble to St. Peter for a special evening of music! Join us on Friday, February 27, at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary for a beautiful concert featuring sacred and classical selections from the wind repertoire. This premier 60-piece ensemble from Concordia University Wisconsin brings exceptional musicianship and powerful, inspiring sound. Admission is free, with a free-will offering to support their ministry and music. Enjoy an evening of music that lifts the heart and soul—we’d love to see you there.

LUNCH ORDERS!
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READY TO GROW CLOSER TO JESUS? JOIN OUR NEW MEMBER GROUP.
Your kids are learning about Jesus and growing in faith — you can too.

If you’ve ever wondered how to grow spiritually or find deeper community at St. Peter, we’d love to invite you to take the next step. St Peter’s New Member Community Group is a first step for parents looking to explore faith in Jesus, and it’s the pathway to becoming a member of our church community.

This 7-week group begins Sunday, March 1st, and meets on Sundays from 10:00–11:00 am at St Peter. It’s designed for parents like you: connected to our school, curious about Jesus, and looking for deeper roots. If you’ve been looking for a starting point, this is it. Register now at fulllifeinchrist.org/join.

ASH WEDNESDAY - ASHES ON THE GO AVAILABLE
Wednesday, February 18th is a special day in the church year. Known as Ash Wednesday, it begins a 40-day season of Lent that leads us to Easter. It is a time of reflection, recognizing our brokenness as we remember just how much we need our Savior Jesus. Many people receive a cross of ashes on their forehead as a way to remember this need. If you would like to have ashes placed on your forehead, stop by one of the following locations.

Ashes available before and after 12:00 pm and 6:30 pm Ash Wednesday Worship.
Ashes available all day in the Main Lobby from 8:00 am - 6:30 pm.
Ashes available at Bartz Hall from 7:00 am - 8:30 am and 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm for our extended care families.

While you’re in the building, join our school students for chapel at 8:45 am and worship our good God.

In addition, an Ash Wednesday service will be held at the Lutheran Home on Wednesday, February 18th at 2:00pm.

COURAGEOUS STORYTELLERS

Hello my name is Alex. I have been going to St. Peter since 2nd grade. Lately, I’ve been struggling to keep my faith in God, because my schedule is super busy with sports. Between soccer, basketball, and volleyball, I barely have any free time, and it’s hard to find a moment to spend time with Him. I really love playing, but sometimes it feels like I’m putting sports before God without meaning to. My days are so packed that I end up too tired to spend time with Him. I know I need to be better about making space for God in my life, even when things get busy, because He’s the one who gives me the strength to do everything I love.

James 1:2–3 says, “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.” This verse shows me that if I stay strong and keep trusting God, I know I can make it through whatever comes my way. These tough times might feel hard now, but they’re actually helping me grow stronger and showing me that I can handle more than I thought.

Mission: Leading People To A Full Life In Christ
I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10

Vision: Seeing Lives And Communities Transformed As We Become More Like Jesus
And we all… are being transformed into His image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. 2 Corinthians 3:18

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