It came without ribbons. It came without tags. It came without packages, boxes or bags! Yes, that is the miracle of Christmas. Though commercialism and materialism dominate the media scene of what to expect Christmas to be about, a very providential Doctor of rhymes put before us an unexpected prophet, the Grinch. The miracle of Christmas not being anything material at all converts the heart of the Grinch. It is not what is made that gives us joy, but what is born, Emmanuel, God-with-us, in Christ Jesus. Another prophetic voice offers one more helpful aid in our meditative preparation; this is an excerpt from an Advent reflection by St. John Paul II:

“Preparing ourselves to receive Him requires first and foremost an attitude of intense and trusting prayer. Making room for Him in our hearts demands serious commitment to convert to His love… [a soul in communion with God through prayer is described as this] The prophet Isaiah describes it with vivid images: ‘the wilderness becomes a fruitful field, and the fruitful field is deemed a forest. Then justice will dwell in the wilderness, and righteousness abide in the fruitful field. And the effect of righteousness will be peace, and the result of righteousness, quietness and trust forever’ (Is 32:15-17). [This is the gift we are meant to receive in communion with God through prayer; spending time with God through prayer transforms the soul from a confusing dark wilderness of our inner life into a garden filled with the righteous perfume of the Holy Spirit]…As the Liturgy of Advent suggests, let us ask the Lord for the gift of ‘preparing ourselves with joy for the mystery of His Birth’ so that the Birth of the Lord might find us ‘vigilant in prayer and rejoicing in praise’ (Second Preface in Advent). Only then will Christmas be a feast of joy and a meeting with the Lord who gives us peace. Isn’t this the best thing that we can make for the coming Christmas celebrations…May His peace renew every angle of our daily lives. May He fill our hearts so that they will be open to the transforming action of His grace; may He pervade families so that, gathered before the crib or around the Christmas tree, they may reinforce their faithful communion; may His peace reign in cities, in nations… and spread to every corner of the globe.”

Saint Andrew Early Learners- Preschool Preparatory Class

Give your little one a gentle, confident start to school with our Saint Andrew Early Learners program! This warm and welcoming class, led by the beloved Mrs. Loomos, meets on Tuesdays and Fridays from 8:00–9:30am, January 20–March 13. Children (age 2 by September 1) explore fun weekly themes: winter, Groundhog Day, colors, shapes, and more, while parents/caregivers stay to connect and learn alongside them. More information and registration can be found here: SA Early Learners

Baby Bulldogs 

Our Baby Bulldogs program is gearing up for a fun and energetic spring session! Beginning January 22 through April 30, families with infants and toddlers are invited to join us every Thursday from 9:00–9:45am for a morning of connection and play. Each class includes free play followed by joyful music and movement that little ones love. (Please note: no class on March 19.) We meet in the Saint Andrew School Gymnasium, located at the northeast corner of Addison and Paulina. Registration is now open.  Come be part of the fun with our littlest Bulldogs!

Discover the Difference with Saint Andrew School! 

Are you seeking a nurturing and enriching educational environment for your child? Look no further than Saint Andrew School, where Catholic Education comes to life through faith, excellence, and community. Our dedicated faculty inspires students to achieve their full potential academically, spiritually, and socially. At Saint Andrew, we blend rigorous academics with character-building values, fostering a sense of purpose and belonging. Experience our vibrant campus, where every student is known, loved, and challenged to grow. Choose Saint Andrew School today and invest in a brighter future for your child. Enroll now and join our family! We have an upcoming tour on October 14th at 9am. Sign up for a tour here: schedule a tour New student applications for the 25-26 can be found here: New Student Application