2023 archive of Parish News Blog
Patrick Francis Werszner Memorial Scholarship Awarded
Posted by Ms Jill Spero on 5/18/23
Congratulations to James Segars who received the 2023 Patrick Francis Werszner award on May 17, 2023 at the Prince of Peace Catholic School’s graduation Mass. He is the son of Geoffrey and Margaret Segars of Hoover, AL. This $1,000 scholarship to John Carroll Catholic High School is awarded ... Read More »
"The Troubles of Teenagers"-Helping Youth Survive the Teenage Years
Posted by Ms Jill Spero on 4/27/23
The Troubles of Teenagers-Helping Our Youth Survive the Teenage Years
New Wednesday night program just added!
When teenagers die, almost all die of preventable, violent deaths: car accidents, suicide, and homicide chief among the causes. High-risk behavior also contributes to serious injury, entanglement in the juvenile justice system, and ... Read More »
Lunch & Learn: The Sermon on the Mount
Posted by Ms Jill Spero on 4/26/23
Join us for a June Lunch & Learn series on The Sermon on the Mount. The Sermon is a collection of sayings of Jesus found in the Gospel of Matthew (chapters 5, 6, and 7) that emphasizes moral teaching. It is among the best-known and most widely quoted sections ... Read More »
Coffee, Prayer, and Share
Posted by Ms Jill Spero on 3/30/23
Parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs are invited to an evening of fellowship - "Coffee, Prayer, and Share" - on Tuesday, April 25 at 6:30pm in the St. Elizabeth room. Come meet parents on a similar journey, make new friends, and pray for one another. RSVP to ... Read More »
Pennies From Heaven Starts Soon
Posted by Ms Jill Spero on 3/07/23
The POP Knights' annual Pennies From Heaven fundraising campaign for diocesan seminarians begins the weekend of March 18/19 and wraps up the weekend of March 25/26. The POP Knights will be distibuting coin containers after all Masses the weekend of March 11/12. Parishioners are asked to collect coins and ... Read More »
Conversations with the Experts Series
Posted by Ms Jill Spero on 2/14/23
We have planned a fantastic spring series for our newly-branded “Wednesday Night Live” program with expert speakers on a wide variety of topics. The evening begins with dinner at 5:30pm in Deasy Hall, followed by conversations with the experts starting at 6:10pm. No RSVP required.
March 1 Substance Use ... Read More »
Habitat for Humanity Lenten Day of Service
Posted by Ms Jill Spero on 2/07/23
Join us to help build a Pope Francis Habitat for Humanity house for a family in need on March 11, 2023 from 8am to 3pm. We will be framing a house for the Loretta Smith family in Besssemer. Volunteer registration on the Habitat for Humanity website opens on February ... Read More »
"Denim & Diamonds" Dances
Posted by Ms Jill Spero on 2/01/23
The POP Girl Scouts will host the annual father/daughter and mother/son dances on March 3 and 4, respectively, in Deasy Hall from 7-8:30pm. This much-anticipated event known as "Denmin and Diamonds" requires registration and a payment of $25 per couple, plus an $5 per additional child. Registrationa and payments ... Read More »
Lunch & Learn-"The Eucharist"
Posted by Ms Jill Spero on 1/30/23
Our popular “Lunch & Learn” series continues with a program about the Eucharist from Father Ray Dunmyer. There will be three sessions held at noon on February 27, March 6 and March 13 at the church. You may have heard that the United States Council of Catholic Bishops is ... Read More »
Lenten Fish Frys
Posted by Ms Jill Spero on 1/18/23
The POP Knights will offer a fish fry during Lent on all Fridays from February 24 through March 31, 2023 from 6-7:30pm in Deasy Hall. There is no charge for the meals; however, donations are welcome. Bingo will follow the meal and raffle tickets for the Lady Knights' handmade ... Read More »