July 2020 archive of Parish News Blog
Drive Through Communion
Posted by Ms Jill Spero on 7/27/20
POP is now offering drive through communion on Sundays from 10-10:30am. We recognize that many of you are not comfortable returning to Mass inside the church, but that you truly miss receiving communion. We encourage you to view the 8:30am livestream Mass prior to receiving communion or prepare in ... Read More »
In Full Communion Begins 9/13
Posted by Ms Jill Spero on 7/27/20
Becoming Catholic in a Welcoming Environment - At Prince of Peace, our motto is “All Are Welcome.” It is our prayer that everyone who comes to our faith community, for any reason, will truly feel welcome. For those desiring to become Catholic (or simply learn more about the faith), ... Read More »
Help the School Supplies Outreach
Posted by Ms Jill Spero on 7/14/20
Parishioner Isabelle Silko is collecting school supplies for 100 Jefferson County teens who are in foster care. A local company has already purchased the 100 backpacks needed for the project. Our MOMs ministry has filled 45 of the 100 backpacks with school supplies– can you help fill the remaining ... Read More »
POP Knights Bless River Highlands Residents
Posted by Ms Jill Spero on 7/02/20
The POP Knights recently delivered a variety of snacks, beverages, books, puzzle books, note cards and toiletries to the 100 residents of River Highlands assisted living facility. Parishioners Coleen and Frank Johnson brought this outreach idea to the Knights because the residents have been isolated at the facility since ... Read More »
Blood Drive Success!
Posted by Ms Jill Spero on 7/01/20
POP held a second successful blood drive for UAB Medicine in response to the great need for blood and platelets in our community due to COVID-19. The week-long event was executed by LifeSouth Blood Centers from June 22-26 at the church and yielded 426 units, averaging out to be ... Read More »