Sunday, June 28, 2015

More photos from the Vacation Bible School

Group photo of the younger children
It was a truly special week here in our parish as the Vacation Bible School was held with close to 90 children attending and close to 30 youth attending the evening session. The VBS ended on Thursday evening for the youth around a bon-fire at the McLean residence, and it ended on Friday afternoon with a water-fight for the younger children. The 4 Totus Tuus leaders, Anna, Thomas, Michael and Dominique were also doused with chocolate syrup, whip-cream and colored sprinkles, thankfully washed down with water afterwards. These photos show some of the fun, and a new group photo to include most of the children.
Some of the children dressing up as religious sisters and monks
Young Madeline dressed as Blessed Mother Teresa
Middle-schoolers preparing snacks for the younger ones
Youth gather around a camp-fire for their final meeting
Water balloon starts the water fight to end VBS

Thursday, June 25, 2015

Vacation Bible School photos

First to Sixth Graders during the warm-up activity
The annual Vacation Bible School was held in our parish between Sunday June 21 and 26, this year led by the Totus Tuus team who spent a whole week in our parish, mingling with children and parishioners, inspiring young people and spreading the message of faith and peace. The team was made up of Anna, Dominique, Michael and Thomas, and was ably complimented by a handful of teachers, volunteers, High School and middle-schoolers. A Pot Luck was held on Wednesday - these photos show some of the activities and scenes from this hectic and busy week. (click on each photo to enlarge)
Totus Tuus team: L to R: Thomas, Dominique, Michael and Anna
T-Shirt with the schedule of the Totus Tuus VBS tour
7 to 12 Graders during an activity outside
Totus Tuus team during an activity
Scenes from the Pot-Luck dinner
Nothing but empty dishes - great appetite by all!

Monday, June 1, 2015

Confirmation 2015

90 young people were confirmed on May 31st, 2015 by Bishop Liam Cary. Just before the ceremony started in our new church, the candidates posed for a group photos with Bishop Cary. Congratulations to all, and may the Holy Spirit inspire you to become more active in the Catholic church and committed to your faith.
The left side of the group - click to enlarge
The right side of the group - click to enlarge