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Saints Update 2/12/26

February 12, 2026 View this email in your browser

Dear St. Peter Families,
What a full weekend we have ahead! While our lead staff is in Phoenix for Best Practices in Ministries, our basketball teams and cheerleaders are representing St. Peter at the Menomonee Falls tournament in Wisconsin. We’re proud of all our students and staff who are extending our mission beyond our campus this weekend. We ask for prayers for safe travel for everyone coming and going from Arlington Heights.

Winter Pause: February 13-16
As we head into this extended weekend, paired with Presidents’ Day on Monday, we’re grateful for the opportunity to pause and recharge. Whether your family takes a small trip or simply enjoys extra time together at home, we hope this break fills you up and gives you the rest you need.

What’s Ahead
We’re looking forward to two incredible weeks when we return:
∙ Week of February 23: Teacher Appreciation Week—a special time to celebrate the dedicated educators who pour into our students daily

∙ Week of March 1: Lutheran Schools Week, culminating with St. Peter hosting the Lutheran State Basketball Championship

These are significant moments in our school community, and we want everyone to come back ready and energized to fully participate and celebrate together. Whatever is on your calendar this long weekend, we pray it is restful (not stressful!), rejuvenating, and filled with blessing.

See you back on Tuesday, ready for all the great things ahead!
~Mr. Goffron

UPCOMING DATES

Feb 13-16 - No School - Winter Pause

Feb 16 - Building is closed

Feb 17 - Spring ACE classes begin

Feb 17 - Small Saints Play Date

Feb 17-18 - Hearing and Vision Screenings

Feb 23-27 - Teacher Appreciation Week

March 2-5 - Lutheran Schools Week

March 3-4 - Hearing and Vision Re-Screenings

March 6 - No School - LSA Basketball Tournament

Click HERE for the full calendar

2'S EXTENDED CARE 2/13

PRESCHOOL- 8TH GRADE EXTENDED CARE 2/13

End of Year Statements: 2025 End of Year Statements can be found in Skyward under "Portfolio."

ST. PETER ADULT SPORTS BEGINS THIS SUNDAY⚜️
Recreational Volleyball and Basketball start this Sunday, February 15th! There is still time to sign up if you haven’t already. If you have a full volleyball team or plan on playing but need a team, please email Joel Koester at saintpeterahsports@gmail.com. Schedules and information will be communicated by email moving forward. There will be games at 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm each week. If you are interested but are hesitant to commit fully, feel free to just show up at 3:00 pm on Sunday to see what it’s all about. Reminder this is for fun and all skill levels are welcome!!!

Basketball will start at 7:30 pm. Those interested can show up on Sunday night. We will be using a separate app to help with scheduling. If you email Joel Koester, he will send that information to you.

HEARING AND VISION SCREENING
Next week we will have vision and hearing screenings conducted by the nurses at the Village of Arlington Heights. If your child fails either test you will be notified by the nurses and will be invited to the rescreening on March 3-4.

BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION
We have been doing great and picking up more families every month, participating in this worthwhile program. We have even earned some bonuses based on the number of people who have enrolled in a given month. We started in this program more than 25 years ago, and after a hiatus of many years, we rejoined the program a couple of years ago. I'm excited to announce that at the beginning of 2026, we reached a milestone of $23,000.00 in lifetime school earnings! This is quite an accomplishment and shows the potential St. Peter can earn. If you are already enrolled in the program, remember to always scan your receipts. I am continually amazed when I earn money when I didn't even realize I purchased an eligible product! If you have not yet enrolled, download the app from the App Store and use our school code of RKJ22BC8 when prompted. It costs you nothing, St. Peter earns based on the products you buy! Thanks for helping us grow this program.

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.

ST. PETER SUMMER CAMP
Information for our summer programs will be available at the end of February, and registration for school families will open on March 16.

LUNCH ORDERS!
CLICK HERE TO CHECK YOUR LUNCH ACCOUNT!
All lunch orders must be placed by Thursday 7:00 pm of the prior week.

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READY TO TAKE A NEXT STEP IN YOUR FAITH?
Whether you’re new to St. Peter or have been around for a while, if you’re looking to build deeper community and grow in your faith, we invite you to join the New Member Community Group.
This 7-week group is a welcoming, conversational space where you’ll:

Learn the foundational beliefs that set St Peter apart
Explore what it means to follow Jesus in everyday life
Meet others who are also taking next steps in their faith

It’s also the pathway to becoming a member of St. Peter — but more than that, it’s an opportunity to be known, encouraged, and spiritually grounded.

The group begins Sunday, March 1 and meets weekly on Sundays from 10:00–11:00 am during Discipleship Hour. If you’re ready for community, curiosity, or just a fresh start with Jesus, this is a great next step. Register 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.

DISCIPLESHIP OPPORTUNITIES DURING LENT
What would it look like for Lent to be meaningful for you this year, even in a small way
What do you want Easter to mean for you personally—not just historically or traditionally?

Lent can be a season to slow down, reflect, and draw closer to Jesus as we prepare our hearts for Easter. Below are two opportunities for you to consider the above questions and draw closer to Jesus, the source of true hope and love this season.

Lent Bible Reading Plan
This simple Bible reading plan guides you through Scripture as you prepare your heart for Easter—one day at a time. Experience how a steady rhythm of reflection, prayer, and presence with Jesus can change your life. Access the plan on your Church Center App OR the back of the Lent Worship Schedule located at the front desk.

Book of John Holy Week Study and Discussion
Read the Gospel of John, focusing on Jesus’ final days—His teachings, His sacrifice, and His deep love revealed on the road to the cross. No pressure. No perfect answers. Just open hearts, honest conversation, and a shared desire to walk with Christ through Lent.

Starting February 22
Sundays During Discipleship Hour 10:00–11:00 AM
Middle School Wing, upper level, Room 224
Led by John and Amy Picchiotti. No registration required. Drop-ins welcome.

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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