Kids & Family
Hark! The St. Mark Students Sing
There was a joyful song ringing throughout Stratford as St. Mark carolers went door-to-door, singing Christmas songs, and spreading cheer.
Although people still decorate Christmas trees, hang holiday lights and exchange gifts, there's one old December tradition that has almost vanished: Christmas caroling. However, there was a joyful song ringing throughout Stratford Sunday night as St. Mark carolers went door-to-door, singing Christmas songs, and bringing good cheer to residents.
Over 60 attendees, made up of students, parents, family and friends, gathered in the St. Mark School gymnasium to prepare for an inspiring and joyful song-filled evening. The group, wearing Santa hats and red scarves, visited residents of Oronoque Village and made their way through streets knocking on doors and singing to residents.
The carolers were thanked with warm glowing smiles and offers of cider, hot chocolate and cookies.
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This year marks the second consecutive year the St. Mark School HSA Fathers Committee conducted its annual caroling event. Director of Religious Education, Patricia Nettleton, joined the group this year as guest Master of Ceremony. She guided the children through a fun-filled version of Frosty the Snowman and inspired everyone to praise the birth of our Savior with Oh Come All Ye Faithful.
“The days of promenading through a neighborhood, harmonizing as families open their doors in welcome, are mostly a memory,” shared Charlie Huda, a St. Mark dad and one of the organizers of the event. “As parents, it is a blessing to be able to share this tradition with our children.”
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Co-organizer Mike Aloi added, “Music truly warms the soul and can put anyone in the holiday spirit and remind them of the true meaning of Christmas.”
St. Mark School is a 2009 Nationally Recognized Blue Ribbon School of Academic Excellence and a New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) accredited school, serving students in Pre-K through Grade 8. St. Mark will host a PreK - Grade 8 Open House on Sunday, January 29, 2023 in celebration of National Catholic Schools Week. For more information, visit www.stmarkschool.org or email contactus@stmarkschool.org.
