Thank you, parishioners! On Saturday, October 30th, the religious education students and their families assembled over 100 “Boxes of Joy”. We would like to thank everyone who donated items for the boxes. Without all of you, this event could not have happened. The religious education families appreciate all of you who donated, thank you so much!

Mary McKelvey, Coordinator - Religious Education

“DONATIONS NEEDED”

Parishioners I NEED your help- The Religious Education students are putting together “Boxes of Joy” for children in need this Christmas season. We need your donations to help us fill as many boxes as possible. Each child will receive a “shoebox” size box full of goodies for their needs. Below is a list of items needed to be donated. All items need to fit into a shoebox.

TOYS: handheld toys(Ex. McDonald's happy meal toys), small plush animals, cars, mini puzzles, dolls, yo-yo, legos, small craft kits.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES: pencils, crayons, coloring books, any small school supplies are helpful.

APPAREL: socks, t-shirts, dresses, underwear, bandanas

HYGIENE/HOME: bar soap, toothpaste, toothbrush, floss, cups, or bottle with lids

ACCESSORIES: Purse or wallet, sunglasses, necklaces, hair accessories

USEFUL ITEMS: No battery flashlight, drawstring bag.

There will be totes at the back of each church beginning 9/7 for the upcoming weeks. The boxes will be marked. Feel free to drop them off at the Parish office also.

Any questions please feel free to contact Mary McKelvey- reled@olphstagnes.org