Regina Academy at St. John the Baptist

Where else can 200+ people come for dinner and it all feels like family? Our thanks to everyone who made the annual Spaghetti Supper a warm and fun evening: moms, dads, parishioners, and extended community.

Where else can 200+ people come for dinner and it all feels like family? Our thanks to everyone who made the annual Spaghetti Supper a warm and fun evening: moms, dads, parishioners, and extended community.

Spaghetti Dinner tonight! Starts at 5:00pm. Come on in and join us!

Congratulations to Fr. Jomar Legaspi, chaplain and 7th grade teacher, on the 33rd anniversary of his priestly ordination. Taken at this morning's school Mass. Click for caption:

Spaghetti Dinner tonight! Starts at 5:00pm. Come on in and join us!

Congratulations to Fr. Jomar Legaspi, chaplain and 7th grade teacher, on the 33rd anniversary of his priestly ordination. Taken at this morning's school Mass. Click for caption:

It's Catholic Schools Week and we are in the news at Crisis Magazine! https://www.crisismagazine.com//catholic-school-rescued-at

DATE CORRECTION!!! New date is February 26!! Spaghetti Dinner planned for Saturday, January 29 is postponed due to snow. New date: Saturday, February 26, 5:00-800pm.... Join us then for fun, food, fellowship and live music!

Lieutenant Commander Ghaffari will be giving a talk about his remarkable life, and why he believes Catholic classical schools, like Regina Academy at St. John the Baptist and Martin Saints Classical High School are more important than ever at this stage in our history. Join us on Monday, January 31, 7pm, at the Glenside Knights of Columbus, 235 Limekiln Pike.

Do you want to continue your child's Classical Education journey in High School? Join us this Sunday to learn more! Click here to register: https://www.martinsaintsclassical.org/open-houses

Do you want to continue your child's Classical Education journey in High School? Join us this Sunday to learn more! Click here to register: https://www.martinsaintsclassical.org/open-houses

Luke Luna, a graduate of Regina Academy at St. John the Baptist and now an 11th-grade student at Martin Saints Classical High School, is helping to raise research funds to develop COVID vaccines that are free of any connection to abortion. #Good #True #Beautiful #FruitsOfAnRASJBEducation

Attention 8th graders! On Tuesday, November 16, 2021, Martin Saints Classical High School invites you to join us for the day to learn more about Catholic classical education at Martin Saints. The day will include Mass, morning welcome activities, and a full taste of Martin Saints classes. 8th grade students will be on the Martin Saints campus from 8:15am-2:15pm. Lunch will be provided for all students. The goal of the day is to involve 8th graders in a way that gives them a full taste of life at Martin Saints Classical High School. RSVP Here: https://www.martinsaintsclassical.org/8th-grade-day-rsvp

Attention 8th graders! On Tuesday, November 16, 2021, Martin Saints Classical High School invites you to join us for the day to learn more about Catholic classical education at Martin Saints. The day will include Mass, morning welcome activities, and a full taste of Martin Saints classes. 8th grade students will be on the Martin Saints campus from 8:15am-2:15pm. Lunch will be provided for all students. The goal of the day is to involve 8th graders in a way that gives them a full taste of life at Martin Saints Classical High School. RSVP Here: https://www.martinsaintsclassical.org/8th-grade-day-rsvp

To RSVP please us the link below. https://www.martinsaintsclassical.org/openhousersvp

The heavens are telling the glory of God; and the firmament proclaims His handiwork (Ps. 19:1) #beautyinbuckscounty

The heavens are telling the glory of God; and the firmament proclaims His handiwork (Ps. 19:1) #beautyinbuckscounty

The Regina Academy is proud to welcome students from all over the area to join our community. We currently educate students from as far as Richboro, Easton, Perkiomenville, Blue Bell, New Hope, and more! For the 2021-2022 Academic Year, we will be introducing private bussing to the Southern Lehigh Valley area. In addition to our newest transportation option, we will continue to have bussing available from the following school districts:... Palisades School District Central Bucks School District Quakertown School District Pennridge School District

Feast of the Visitation ...the value of the person from the moment of conception is celebrated in the meeting between the Virgin Mary and Elizabeth, and between the two children whom they are carrying in the womb. It is precisely the children who reveal the advent of the Messianic age... As Saint Ambrose writes: "The arrival of Mary and the blessings of the Lord's presence are also speedily declared ... Elizabeth was the first to hear the voice; but John was the first to ex...perience grace. She heard according to the order of nature; he leaped because of the mystery. She recognized the arrival of Mary; he the arrival of the Lord. The woman recognized the woman's arrival; the child, that of the child. The women speak of grace; the babies make it effective from within to the advantage of their mothers who, by a double miracle, prophesy under the inspiration of their children. The infant leaped, the mother was filled with the Spirit. The mother was not filled before the son, but after the son was filled with the Holy Spirit, he filled his mother too". (The Gospel of Life, no. 45)

We are excited to announce that, beginning Fall 2021, we will be incorporating the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd into our preschool program. The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a program of religious formation developed from Montessori methodology. It helps a child to further develop his/her relationship with God in a developmentally appropriate way. The Catechesis strives to reveal the religious potential of the child and respond to the spiritual needs and qualities of the child. It seeks to help children grow and mature in their faith and their relationship with Christ. The Catechesis emphasizes quiet contemplation, understanding of the Sacraments, and enjoyment of God.

Many of our 7th grade students completed their initiation into the Faith yesterday. The sacrament of Confirmation was conferred by Bishop Timothy Senior of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. The Holy Chrism used for their anointing signifies that the Catholic who is confirmed must always be ready to profess his faith openly and to practice it fearlessly. May that be so, thorough the intercession of their chosen Saints:... Cecilia Michael Carlo Anne Lucia Joan Peter Gianna

"We got no troubles, life is the bubbles under the sea!" Journey "under the sea" with Ariel and her aquatic friends in The Little Mermaid, Jr! All of our classes are involved in a specific scene of this heart-warming musical classic and have worked extremely hard throughout the year. We promise you'll have a splashing good time! For more information, please call 610.847.5523 or message/comment here on Facebook. We hope to see you at the show!

Would you like your child to experience true joy during their high school years? Then watch the video below and consider Martin Saints Catholic Classical High S...chool, a "Joyfully Catholic, Fully Alive" high school community. Transfer students welcome. Learn more here: https://www.martinsaintsclassical.org/transfer-students See more

Bethlehem literally means "House of Bread". His birth foreshadowed His Eucharistic presence among us, the "bread that comes down from Heaven". O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord!

More of Dick Lessard. See the video in the comments.

Farewell to a Friend.... Dick Lessard was an early and generous friend of the Academy, as well a part of our family. He deeply loved music and was the inspiration for new music room in the school. It was named in his honor. He passed into eternal life last night. Please pray for the repose of his soul, and the consolation of all who loved him. ... His funeral mass is set for Wednesday, December 30, 10:00am at St. John the Baptist Church in Ottsville, PA. Eternal Rest grant to him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen.

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EXCLUSIVE LIVE AUCTION ITEM! at Donum a Deo Gala, Friday, October 9 / Beautiful Mountainside Family Escape in Mt. Ascutney, Vermont! 12/10-12/14/20 How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news Isaiah 52:7 Nestled in the quiet community of Brownsville, VT is a charming mountainside retreat, Mount Ascutney Resort. Trekking to the top of Mount Ascutney State Park or hitting the slopes at nearby Mount Sunapee or Killington will offer beautiful views ...of the Green Mountain state. Parents will find Vermont is the perfect place to wear the kiddos out with days filled with sledding, hiking and snowball fight fun. Location if just 35 minute from Okeno Maountain Resort offering skiing, snowboarding, snowtubing and ice skating. In the evenings, enjoy a farm-to-table dinner at The Maple Kitchen just steps from your villa, and then kick back, relax and enjoy a nice glass of wine knowing your kids are happily tucked in and tuckered out. Accommodations are 970 sq. ft. and sleep 6 with 2 bedrooms and a sleeping loft. Includes full kitchen, sitting area and wifi. Date of escape is December 10 to 14, 2020. Graciously donated by Past Grand Knight Tom Costello. Resort details here: https://holidayinnclub.com/explore-re/mount-ascutney-resort See more

EXCLUSIVE LIVE AUCTION ITEM! at Donum a Deo Gala, Friday, October 9 / 4 NIGHT STAY AT THE BEAUTIFUL SNOW KING RESORT IN JACKSON, WYOMING! "His appearance was like lightning, and his clothing white as snow." -Matthew 28:3 Located at the base of Snow King Mountain, a few blocks from downtown Jackson, Wyoming, Snow King Resort boasts breathtaking views of Wyoming’s stunning Teton mountain range! The range spans most of Grand Teton National Park.These jutting pinnacles, particula...rly the crown jewel, Grand Teton, are some of the most photographed peaks in the world! You will experience skiing amongst these majestic mountains with ski-in and ski-out right from the resort! In addition to skiing, the resort features a wide variety of onsite activities and amenities including hiking, biking, and snowshoeing. and Yellowstone National Park is only an hour's drive away! This package includes airline miles for 2 roundtrip tickets, and a $100 Visa Gift Card to put towards skiing or a delicious meal at the resort's own Hayden's Post restaurant! Snow King Resort is closed April and November. Blackout dates include Christmas, New Year’s Day/ Eve, Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day. www.snowking.com Want to attend the Donum a Deo gala? Get your tickets here: https://www.rasjb.org/giving/donum-a-deo Want a chance to win $10,000 in the gala raffle? Click here: donumadeo.givesmart.com

LAST CHANCE TO WIN $10,000! Just 2 days left to enter our Donum a Deo Raffle! Online ticket sales end Thursday, October 8th. Please visit: donumadeo.givesmart.com. Your support will have a direct impact on the outstanding Christ-centered, Classical education our students receive. Thank you! (Raffle to be held at RASJB's Second Annual Donum a Deo Fall Gala https://www.rasjb.org/giving/donum-a-deo on Friday, October 9, 2020. Winner need not be present to win. Neither ticket purchases nor winning is tax deductible.)

EXCLUSIVE LIVE AUCTION ITEM! at Donum a Deo Gala, Friday, October 9/ Break bread with family, friends and our Fathers! So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. 1 Corinthians 10:31 The winning bidder will enjoy a PRIVATE DINNER FOR EIGHT at the beautiful Fatima House Retreat Center, Bedminster, PA with special guests St. John the Baptist Pastor Fr. Lucas Selvaraj and Parohial Vicar Fr. Tony Ripp, MSC! ... You and your guests will experience a truly blessed evening as you enjoy a delicious three-course meal prepared and served by Regina Academy family Jim and Joan Black, Proprietors of the Fatima Retreat House, Bedminster, PA. Enjoy this special evening with your family, close friends or make it a fun evening to entertain out of town guests! Founded in 1958, the Fatima House is nestled on 20 beautiful acres in Bucks County and is dedicated to Our Lady of Fatima. The Fatima House hosts year-round retreats and programs for up to 50 people. Joining you for dinner will be special guests. Fr. Selvaraj Lucas and Father Tony Ripp, MSC, Pastor and Parochial Vicar, St. John the Baptist Church! That means the winner of this exclusive dinner and their guests will be truly blessed (literally)! ** Date of dinner to be mutually agreed upon with Fatima House, Fr. Lucas and Fr. Tony and Winner. Graciously donated by Jim and Joan Black, Proprietors, Fatima House Retreat Center and Fr. Lucas and Tony Want to attend the Donum a Deo gala? Get your tickets here: https://www.rasjb.org/giving/donum-a-deo Want a chance to win $10,000 in the gala raffle? Click here: donumadeo.givesmart.com.