Sunday, June 8 marked a day of special celebration in our Collaborative community: the dedication of The Warren and Patricia Cross Bell Tower and rededication of The DeFazio Family Bell at St. Paul Church! Calling upon the Holy Spirit, the 11AM Pentecost liturgy concluded with a special blessing of new memorial plaques in the church gathering space and a celebration on the front lawn.
Fr. Jim reminded us in his homily that we must never forget that the church is first and foremost the People of God who fill our sacred spaces. And yet, the structures we build give glory to God in a beautiful way– providing gathering spaces for personal prayer, communal worship, and sacred occasions. From the church being built in Cameroon as a result of our Lenten Gift to our very own Bell Tower, the church building is a sign of the Spirit alive in our midst. As our Collaborative community celebrated on the front lawn of St. Paul, the presence of the Holy Spirit in the sea of smiles and celebration was undeniable! Thank you to everyone who made this joyful occasion such a success!
The Blessing of the Plaques
The Reception
The Mass
