CHARLOTTE — More than 130 children and 90 adults and teen volunteers celebrated a fun and faith-filled week of Vacation Bible School “Under the Stars” at St. Gabriel Church the week of June 13-17. Music, crafts, games, Bible stories and snacks were enjoyed each day, with Psalm 147:4, “He counts the stars and calls them all by name,” as the theme.
The week also included a service project, with cards and snack bags created for those served by Crisis Assistance Ministry.
— Photo provided by Darby McClatchy
BOONE — During the week of June 20, the youth of St. Elizabeth Church gathered for a service camp. During the course of the week, the youth provided service at the county library, FARM cafe, Hebron Colony thrift store, the Hunger and Health Coalition, and at the church. At the end of the week, the youth celebrated at Bo’s in Lenoir.
— Amber Mellon | Catholic News Herald