100 Years of ABCs
V Vacation Bible School – The first known Vacation Bible School was held at Saint Thomas in 1984. In 1985, the program grew to 61 children from ages 4 through 4th grade. In 1986, the program took on a Catholic theme and was called “Scripture Safari”. Beginning in 1996, a team of volunteers from St. Thomas joined our across the street neighbors, Calvary Reformed Church, to host this shared ministry for children. Over 200 children from both churches and the neighborhood participated during that first year. In 2001, Pam and Steve Strobel stepped up to lead the ministry which still involved volunteers and students from both churches. In 2003, Calvary stepped away from participation in VBS and it became a sole St. Thomas ministry. Pam and Steve graciously served as VBS directors for 21 years and involved their entire family in the ministry, both as participants and volunteers. Vacation Bible School still remains a summer favorite for many children and families under the current leadership of John Paul and Christina Strobel.
This is kick off weekend for Vacation Bible School 2025. Sign up on the Parish website or in person after Church!
|
Adoration and All Night Prayer Vigil
Please join the parents of West Catholic’s graduating class of 2025 in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament on Tuesday, May 20, beginning at 9:00pm and ending at 5:00am on May 21. This Adoration and prayer vigil will take place in the West Catholic Maria Goretti Chapel during the time of the Senior All Night Party. Stop in to adore the Blessed Sacrament and pray for West Catholic’s graduating seniors – may they always walk with God as their guide. Any questions, please call Christine O’Brien (213) 952-2821.
|
The Franciscan Life Process Center, 11650 Downes St. NE, offers the True Adventure Series for children ages 6 – 12 this summer.
These technology free weeklong experiences will help children develop life skills and enhance critical thinking and creative artistic exploration through a variety of activities. Join us for The Wild West, July 21 – July 25; In the Footsteps of St. Francis, July 28-August 1, and Campfire Storytellers, August 4 – August 8. Sessions run Monday – Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Cost: $300 Go to www.lifeprocesscenter.org to learn more.
|
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experiences Coming Up!
Nurture your Sacrament of Marriage at a Worldwide Marriage Encounter experience! Upcoming experiences are being held June 16-18 (midweek) at Center for Ministry in Saginaw, Aug. 1-3 and Oct. 3-5 at Augustine Center in Petoskey, and Nov. 21-23 at St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center in Detroit. Apply today at wwme.org or contact Amy & Joe Kopacz at 517-667-0433 for more info.
|
|
