Have you noticed some of the amazing youth we have in the parish? Those crazy kids you see racing for the donuts after Mass are the same kids learning, living, and standing up for their faith in our communities. They are studying the Gospel and what it means to be Catholic. They are sharing their faith with those they meet and inviting others to join them. They hosted a Pumpkin Rosary in October. They will be hosting Las Posadas with Hispanic Ministry in December. They have plans to host a life walk in January. During Lent they will be leading the Stations of the Cross.

Student Music Ministry has been sharing their talents with us at Mass and others in the community. They go to Mission Point and sing for the residents. They’ve sang the National Anthem at the White Caps game.

St. Charles School depends on the support, loyalty and generosity of our parents, alumni, faculty, grandparents, parents of alumni, as well as friends to provide the funds necessary to continue our mission of Faith, Academics, and Service. Each and every contribution makes a difference. Together, we turn generosity into action, ensuring that Catholic education continues to flourish in our community for generations to come. Your donations will help with the following: Student tuition assistance, teacher support and retention, and virtuous leadership opportunities for students.

Living their faith is important to our youth but they need your help!

Join us this #GivingTuesday to support our School, K-8 Faith Formation program, High School Youth Ministry and Student Music Ministry! New this year! We’re giving you 48 hours to donate. Give on Dec. 2 or 3 through the Diocese of Grand Rapids website to show your support! Your entire donation will go toward the earmarked parish, school, or ministry. No credit card fees will be charged.

Show your support of these wonderful youth ministries in our parish by clicking on the link below to donate online Monday, December 2nd – Tuesday December 3rd. https://community.dioceseofgrandrapids.org/Pages/GT

Not tech savvy, that’s ok! There are handy dandy flyers and envelopes in November 24’s bulletin or envelopes in the pews. Envelopes can be put in the boxes at the HUB, in the collection basket next week, or returned to the parish offices.