There are several different booklets available at both St. Paul and Christ the King churches with devotional readings. "Living Faith" is a free booklet that provides reflections based on a Scripture passage from daily Mass for the months of July, August, and September. "Give Us This Day" is also a free booklet with daily prayers and the Mass readings. "Living With Christ" is a booklet with daily prayers from the Saints, daily Mass readings, a daily reflection on the readings and faith-filled articles by award-winning contributors.
Over 40 parishioners volunteered to serve on the team for this summer's Vacation Bible School. Students preschool-aged through those in high school discovered through spiritual lessons how to see evidence of God in everyday life, something we call "God Sightings". The results of the God Sightings are posted on the bulletin board in the Parish Center. To show that we can help our neighbors, the students and their families participated in the Fiesta de Corazon (Festival of the Heart). We helped the students learn about God's love by providing assistance to the children of migrant worker families in Pomeroy. A prayer service followed by a dinner with foods form South of the Border, music, pinatas, and a slide show was held on Friday evening. $1,610.00 in donations was collected for the Hispanic/Latino ministry in care of Sr. Francisca and Fr. Kozak at Sacred Heart Church in Pomeroy! A special word of gratitude to those individuals who gave their time to make VBS 2014 a huge success for all involved!
To date, both parishes have met their Diocesan goal in pledged donations. Christ the King's goal is $35,685.00. THe total amount pledged thus far is $43,552.60. The amount of the goal that ahs been paid to date is $30,928.86. Once the goal has been paid in full, then CTK will begin to receive rebates from the Diocese. St. Paul's goal is $35,802.00. The total amount pledged thus far is $52,471.67. THe amount of the goal that has been paid in full and to date is $38,054.00. Therefore, St. Paul will begin to receive rebates from the Diocese on the balance over the paid goal. Once again, thanks for your generosity!