Athletic Board Yet those who wait for the Lord Will gain new strength; They will mount up with wings like eagles, They will run and not get tired, They will walk and not become weary.  Isaiah 40:31 Role The athletic association was created to organize, support and encourage athletic programs for parish boys and girls, supported financially by members of the parish. The association also defines, develops and implements policies for the use of the parish's athletic facilities. Responsibility The Athletic Association fulfills its mission by: *  Offering participating athletes a positive learning experience for Christian development *  Emphasizing sportsmanship and team work *  Helping each athlete understand and realize the full benefits of athletic competition *  Providing the opportunity for athletes to develop and share athletic knowledge appropriate for their level of development *  Creating and fostering favorable sentiment for the SJV athletic programs through cooperation with SJV church authorities, school officials, parish organizations and parish members *  Raising funds to support athletic activities *  Hosting boys' and girls' athletic tournaments    Membership  The Athletic Association is governed by a nine-member Athletic Board, which is selected according to the discernment policies of parish council. Board members serve a three-year term with three new members generally rotating on the board each year. Meetings are held regularly on the 3rd Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the teacher's lounge.  Consult the parish bulletin for confirmation of date and location. Participation and feedback from parish members are encouraged and welcomed. Minutes April 2007 March 2007 February 2007 January 2007 December 2006 November 2006 October 2006 September 2006 August 2006 June 2006 May 2006