A College Preparatory High School

Learn Lead Live

Governing Leadership

Most Reverend Robert J. Baker, S.T.D., Bishop

Diocese of Birmingham in Alabama

Dr. David Anders, Director

Catholic Education and Lifelong Formation

Ms. Fran Lawlor, Superintendent of Schools

Diocese of Birmingham in Alabama

Board of Trustees

Ms. Irma Tuder, Chair

Ms. Debbie Beaupre

Ms. Cynthia Gaddy-Almodovar

Mr. Joel Jaqubino

Mr. Rodney Kreps

Ms. Marie Schneider

Mr. Allen Vital

Mr. Lonnie Younger

Mr. John Zeirdt

Administration

Mr. Vincent S. Aquila, Principal

St. John Paul II Catholic High School

was founded in 1996 under the auspices

of the Most Reverend David E. Foley,

Bishop of Birmingham in Alabama

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Our Mission, Our Vision, and Our Values ......................................................... p. 1

Graduation Community Service Requirements ................................................ p. 3

Definition of “direct, indirect and other” types of service p. 4 x2vol Online Recordkeeping .............................................................................. p. 5

General Service Guidelines (acceptable, non-acceptable activities) ........... p. 6-7

Implementation of the Service Requirements ............................................ p. 8-10

Service Calendar...................................................................................... p. 9

Guiding Questions ................................................................................. p. 10

Service Opportunity Contacts in the Huntsville/Madison Vicinity .......... p. 11-15

Local Catholic Churches ............................................................................. p. 16-17

International Non-Profits ........................................................................... p. 17-18

School-sponsored Service Activities .......................................................... p. 19-21

Corporal Works of Mercy ........................................................................... p. 22-23

Spiritual Works of Mercy ........................................................................... p. 24-25

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OUR MISSION St. John Paul II Catholic High School develops young people in spirit, mind and body to foster a lifelong discipleship of Christ in the sacramental life of the Church.

We encourage, challenge, and support each student to learn enthusiastically, lead honorably, and live responsibly.

OUR VISION St. John Paul II Catholic High School teaches as Jesus did, challenging, loving, and guiding our young people to develop their God-given gifts and talents to be academically prepared, socially responsible, humble in service to others, and active participants in the life of the Church.

OUR VALUES

Faith and Service We practice the teachings of the Catholic Church and call each member of our community to a life of ministry and service. Dignity and Diversity We honor and respect individuals, embracing differences in a unified loving community. Excellence and Quality We promote the highest standards of achievement in our four pillars of Academics, Arts, Athletics, and Spiritual formation.

"Let us fight against a semblance of love, let us not love with words or tongue, but with actions and truth". (Homily, Rome, 1979)

– St. John Paul II

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As Pope Francis said, “Let us never forget that authentic power is service, and that the Pope too, when exercising power, must enter ever more fully into that service which has its radiant culmination on the Cross. He must be inspired by the lowly, concrete and faithful service which marked Saint Joseph and, like him, he must open his arms to protect all of God’s people and embrace with tender affection the whole of humanity, especially the poorest, the weakest, the least important, those whom Matthew lists in the final judgment on love: the hungry, the thirsty, the stranger, the naked, the sick and those in prison (cf. Mt 25:31-46). Only those who serve with love are able to protect!”

PRAYER OF ST. FRANCIS

Sebastian Temple

1. Make me a channel of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let me bring your love.

Where there is injury, your pardon Lord,

And where there’s doubt, true faith in you.

2. Make me a channel of your peace.

Where there’s despair in life,

Let me bring hope.

Where there is darkness only light,

And where there’s sadness ever joy.

3. O Master, grant that I may never seek

So much to be consoled, as to console,

To be understood, as to understand,

To be loved as to love with all my soul.

4. Make me a channel of your peace.

It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,

In giving of ourselves that we receive,

And in dying that we’re born to eternal life.

Text: Based on the prayer traditionally ascr.

to St. Francis of Assisi, 1182–1226. Text and music © 1967, 2003, OCP Publications.

Dedicated to Mrs. Frances Tracy.

All rights reserved. Used with permission. "Reprinted under One License A-719898"

Let no one disregard you

because you are young, but be

an example to all the believers

in the way you speak and

behave, and in your love, your

faith and your purity

1 Timothy 4:12

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Graduation Community Service Requirements

Service to God by serving others is at the heart of spiritual education at St. John Paul II Catholic High School. Our service program is rooted in the Gospel call and reflects our Catholic identity. It is our goal to assist each student to embrace the values of the common good which come from serving others and to instill the desire for a life-long commitment to service to the community. St. John Paul II Catholic High School students complete at least one hundred (100) hours of service as a graduation requirement. Transfer students complete twenty-five (25) hours per school year while at St. John Paul II Catholic High School. Senior transfer students have until April of the 2nd semester to complete their service hours. Incoming 9th grade students may begin Community Service Projects in June.

Upon choosing a service activity, it is the responsibility of the student to seek the approval of the campus ministry service coordinator if necessary before beginning the project if the organization is a private business or individual. Students are encouraged to choose service projects sponsored by pre-approved specified agencies, i.e. registered non-profit agencies (see pages 11 – 15 for a list of local non-profits). Projects for organizations that are not known non-profits must be pre-approved by the campus ministry service coordinator before any work is begun. Service projects sponsored by the school with faculty members as supervisors do not need prior approval. Opportunities with individual agencies are announced at school, posted on the school website calendar, posted on the bulletin board outside the counselor’s office and listed under the x2vol

link on the Naviance® site. Service hours are not considered as complete until properly entered and verified in the x2vol system. In rare cases, students may use the

hours verification paper form and upload the form in x2vol. Service hours that have not been completed by December of the senior year will result in loss of senior privileges and/or delayed or denied graduation. Therefore, the following timeline is strongly suggested to make it feasible to complete all the service hours and log them into x2vol in a reasonable amount of time

1. Freshmen – 25 hours, from June after 8th grade to May of 9th grade 2. Sophomore – 25 hours – from June after 9th grade to May of 10th grade 3. Junior – 25 hours: from June after 10th grade to May of 11th grade 4. Senior – 25 hours; from June after11th grade to April of 12th grade (by

December of 12th grade to exempt exams and maintain senior privilege)

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

1. Types of service that meet the service requirement: a. Direct service hours - “direct” service hours are given when the student's

volunteer work exclusively involves personal interaction in some way with the elderly, disabled, sick, poor, or youth. Of the 100 hours needed to satisfy the graduation requirement, at least 25 must be categorized as “direct” in nature by the campus ministry service coordinator.

b. Indirect service hours – “indirect” service hours are given when the student’s volunteer service falls under any of the accepted placement agencies that serve the elderly, disabled, sick, poor or youth, but does NOT offer personal interaction.

c. “Other service hours” - service to other non-profit organizations that do not fall under “direct” or “indirect” may be placed in the “other” category. In addition, other types of volunteer work fall in the “other” category provided the campus ministry service coordinator gives approval of the activity before it is begun. Rote chores, activities that are paid, and activities that are supervised by the student’s own parents may not count toward the 100 hour requirement. If in doubt, the students should meet with the service coordinator to discuss the questionable service activity.

2. Students are encouraged to think about their activities in relationship to the corporal and spiritual works of mercy as listed on Pages 22-25. As much as possible students should talk about this relationship in their reflections.

3. A list of non-profit organizations can be found on Pages 11-15. Activities with these

organizations do not need prior approval to be counted as viable service projects. 4. School sponsored projects may be found on Pages 19-21. Students may speak to the

listed sponsor to determine how they may be of help, even if the project is related to a particular club. The sponsoring teacher will be the authorized adult to verify the service hours.

5. Students may also find their own service projects not listed on any of the above

pages. Personal projects must be approved by the Campus Ministry Service Coordinator or other members of the campus ministry team. If there are any doubts, the service coordinator has the final word. It is the student’s responsibility to find an adult sponsor for any and all service projects who will be contacted to verify the hours and, optionally, rate the student’s service regarding cooperation, effort, attitude, and initiative.

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X2vol Online Recordkeeping

To simplify the record-keeping, St. John Paul II Catholic High School subscribes to the x2vol component of the Naviance® software program. This tracking system provides the following:

1. Students are able to input their own activities on a regular basis and service hours are automatically tallied.

2. Electronically, service activity sponsors may verify the completion of the service

activity. In an optional comment box, sponsors may rate the student’s performance regarding cooperation, initiative, effort and attitude and add other comments as they wish.

3. The administrators of St. John Paul II as well as the counselors and campus ministry

service coordinator will have access to the student service page in order to give encouragement and monitor progress.

4. The dashboard (opening page) shows students how many hours are required for

their grade, how many they have accomplished and how many hours have been tallied in the categories of direct, indirect or other volunteer service.

5. Each service activity requires student reflections regarding the following:

a. Summarize what you did in this activity/project. b. If the activity covers several days, list the dates here with the number of

hours per day. Be sure the total equals the number of hours you are

submitting for this activity.

c. How did this activity/project benefit others? d. What did you learn about yourself and others through this activity/project? e. Did this service meet any of the corporal or spiritual works of mercy? If so,

which one and how? f. How can you apply what you have learned in other life situations?

SERVANT SONG Donna Marie McGargill, OSM

What do you want of me, Lord? Where do you want me to serve you? Where can I sing your praises? I am your song. Jesus, Jesus, you are the Lord. Jesus, Jesus, you are the way.

© 1984, OCP All rights reserved. Used with permission.

"Reprinted under One License A-719898"

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General Service Guidelines

Volunteer hours with non-profit organizations do not need pre-approval.

Volunteer hours that are school-sponsored do not need pre-approval.

All activities require an adult supervisor to verify hours and rate the student.

The email contact information of the adult supervisor must be input for the verification of hours.

Parents may not be the adult supervisor except in rare cases when the exception is approved by the campus ministry coordinator.

In general, a project may be acceptable if: The candidate is interactive with the clients of the agency.

The project has social or spiritual merit.

The activity is done with a non-profit organization.

The service will directly or indirectly serve the elderly, disabled, sick, poor, or youth

The activity has real consequences or benefits for other people.

Unacceptable projects include:

Anything for which money is paid.

Time spent on drudge work (simple, tedious, repetitive) such as filing, replacing books on library shelves, attendance at club meetings, and routine activities.

Activities where there is no responsible adult on site to evaluate and confirm the candidate’s performance. Activity hours cannot be certified by a parent.

Determining Where to Make Your Commitment

1. Identify your particular interests.

2. Determine which disadvantaged population you may want to serve.

3. Ask yourself, where does this disadvantaged population go to get assistance?

4. Reflect on your personal gifts and talents.

5. Consider your future goals. It may possible to volunteer for an agency that would benefit from your future career choice.

6. Look at your transportation needs. Will you be able to get to the agency when you are needed?

7. Look at how the organization's needs fit your schedule.

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8. Look at the special requirements of the organization. For example, some agencies require volunteers to be at least 16 years old and some require an interview or preliminary training.

9. Pray: WHAT IS GOD CALLING YOU TO DO?

HERE I AM, LORD (excerpt)

Dan Schutte

Refrain

Text: Based on Isaiah 6.

Text and music © 1981, OCP Publications. All rights reserved. Used with permission. "Reprinted under One License A-719898"

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Implementation of the Service Requirements

1. Students should plan to divide their service hours throughout the year, including the summer.

2. Students must input the contact information for the project supervisor in

x2vol when it is entered into the system.

3. Recording your reflections is a required component of completing the service requirement.

4. The project is not considered complete until the supervising adult has

completed the online supervisor verification/review form. On rare occasions, a paper form with the supervisor signature may be uploaded to the x2vol site as evidence.

5. Your reflection/evaluation should be done within two weeks of completion

of a service project so that the impressions made will be fresh in your mind.

6. The adult supervisor’s evaluation must be completed. Except in rare circumstances, parents may not evaluate a service project.

7. The campus ministry service coordinator will deny inappropriate projects,

whether or not they have been completed.

8. Beginning with the class of 2020, students not completing the minimum of 50 hours by the end of the sophomore year of 75 hours by May 1st of the junior year will receive a demerit. These students will be required to meet with the service coordinator and they will receive detention for missing this meeting.

9. Service hours that have not been completed by the end of the first semester

of the senior year will result in loss of senior privileges and/or delayed or denied graduation.

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Service Calendar – (At orientation on the first day of school each year, students will receive an overview of the service requirement.)

Spring prior to Freshman year

Meet the service coordinator at the JPII registration night

Counselors and service coordinator meet the students and parents at the course selection meeting in April, prior to 9th grade.

Counselors and service coordinator present the Service booklet found online.

All see a brief overview of the x2vol online service program.

Service Coordinator to discuss plans for summer activities to begin accruing service hours to meet the graduation requirement.

Freshman year

Beginning June 1st prior to school year

Students should accumulate at least 25 hours of community service and log hours in x2vol. If 25 hours are not accrued by May 1st, the students will receive a demerit and be required to meet with the service coordinator. They will receive detention if this meeting is missed.

August of 9th grade: new student and freshman orientation meeting – Service coordinator reviews the community service requirement and the online system with the parents and students.

Sophomore year

Beginning June 1st prior to school year

Students should accumulate at least 25 hours of community service and log hours in x2vol. If 50 total hours are not accrued by May 1st, the students will receive a demerit and be required to meet with the service coordinator. They will receive detention if this meeting is missed.

Junior year Beginning June 1st prior to school year

Students should accumulate at least 25 hours of community service and log hours in x2vol. If 75 total hours are not accrued by May 1st, the students will receive a demerit and be required to meet with the service coordinator. They will receive detention if this meeting is missed.

In September the service coordinator meets with the parents and students.

Senior year By December

In early August of Senior year, the service coordinator meets with the parents and students to emphasize the importance of completing the service requirement in a timely manner.

Students should accumulate the remaining 25 hours of community service and log hours in x2vol. If the 100 hour graduation requirement is not met by December, the students risk losing senior privileges and exemption of final exams. Furthermore, students may face other disciplinary action and jeopardize graduation.

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Activity:

The following guiding questions may help you determine whether an intended activity qualifies as an acceptable service activity:

Direct Indirect Other

(please mark the appropriate box)

GUIDING QUESTIONS

Is the activity with a non-profit

organization or has it been

approved by the campus ministry

service coordinator?

Does this service aid the elderly,

disabled, sick, poor, or youth?

Does my service directly or

indirectly benefit the clients in

this organization?

Is this a school-sponsored activity

that directly or indirectly serves

the elderly, disabled, sick poor, or

youth?

If not directly, how does this

service help the clients in this

organization?

What can I reflect on during this

activity?

Student:

Adult Supervisor:

Approved by Service Coordinator? ☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ NA, it is with an approved agency.

Signature of service coordinator:

(Email acceptance of proposal is sufficient.)

GUIDING QUESTIONS WORKSHEET

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Service Opportunity Contacts in the Huntsville/Madison Vicinity

AGAPE of North Alabama AGAPE of North Alabama is a non-profit organization founded in Huntsville, Alabama, in 1969 with a singular mission – and ministry: meeting the needs of children and families in North Alabama with active love and compassion, offering foster care/adoption help. WWW.agapecares.org

AGAPE of North Alabama P.O. Box 127 103 Mountain Brook Blvd. Madison, AL 35758 Phone: (256) 859-4481 Fax: (256) 859-4483 info@agapecares.org

Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind

600 St Clair Ave SW # 2 Huntsville, AL 35801 Phone: (256) 539-7881 http://aidb.org/ Search “volunteer”

American Red Cross

American Red Cross Serving North Alabama 1101 Washington Street Huntsville, AL 35801 Phone: (256) 536-0084

For more information on volunteering, contact your local Red Cross Volunteer Development Specialist, your local Red Cross Chapter:

Alabama Region Sara Manney sarah.manney@redcross.org or (205) 439-7852

North Alabama Chapter Tammy Burks tammy.burks@redcross.org or (256) 536-0084

Arts Huntsville

700 Monroe Street, SW, Suite 2 Huntsville, AL 35801-5579 (256) 519-2787 | (256) 519-ARTS http://www.artshuntsville.org http://www.artshuntsville.org/volunteer

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Big Brothers/Big Sisters of North Alabama 2201 Clinton Ave West, Suite AL Huntsville, AL 35805 Phone: (256) 880-2123 www.bbbsna.org/ Opportunities include a 5K race and “bowling for kids’ sake”

Blount Hospitality House

Blount Hospitality House is a home away from home for families that have a loved one receiving care at a Huntsville Medical facility.

610 Madison Street Huntsville, AL 35801 Phone: (256) 534-7014 www.blounthospitalityhouse.org/

Botanical Gardens

4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW Huntsville, AL 35805 Phone: (256) 830-4447 http://hsvbg.org/events/

Boys and Girls Clubs of North Alabama 203 Eastside Square Huntsville, AL 35801 Phone: (256) 534-6060 https://bgcnal.com/get-involved

Burritt on the Mountain (museum)

3101 Burritt Drive Huntsville, AL 35801 Phone: (256) 536-2882 https://www.burrittonthemountain.com/volunteers-main

CASA of Madison County

701 Andrew Jackson Way Huntsville, AL 35801 Phone: (256) 533-7775 http://casamadisoncty.org/volunteer

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Christmas Charities Year Round Provides basic necessities year round, plus toys and food during the Christmas season, at no cost to clients. CCYR provides emergency resources including free clothes, shoes & household items, plus school supplies/uniforms to over 5,000 less fortunate children & adults annually.

2840 Jordan Lane NW Huntsville, AL 35816 Phone: (256) 837-2373 www.christmascharitiesyearround.org/volunteer

Downtown Rescue Mission

Serving the homeless living throughout northern Alabama and southern Tennessee 1400 Evangel Drive Huntsville, AL 35816 Phone: (256) 536-2441 www.downtownrescuemission.org/get-involved/

Early Works Family of Museums

Alabama Constitution Village, the Huntsville Depot and Museum, and EarlyWorks Children’s History Museum

www.earlyworks.com/volunteer Phone: (256) 564-8100

Family Services Center

Family Services Center (FSC) provides an array of anti-poverty and family strengthening programs in the greater Huntsville area

4092 Memorial Parkway SW< #205 Huntsville, AL 35802 Phone: (256) 551-1610 www.fsc-hsv.org/index.html

Food Bank of North Alabama (FBNA)

The FBNA hosts volunteer shifts for groups and individuals two days per week. After a brief training, volunteers inspect, sort and pack our food donations into ready-to-go boxes.

2000 Vernon Avenue SW Huntsville, AL 35805 Phone: (256) 539-2256 https://www.foodbanknorthal.org/

Girls Incorporated

4600 Blue Spring Road, NW Huntsville, AL 35810 Phone: (256) 859-0011 Executive Director: Stephanie Malone / smalone@girlsinc-huntsville.com www.girlsinc-huntsville.com

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HEALS Clinics Health Establishments at Local Schools (HEALS, Inc.) provides free, school-based pediatric medical and dental care to local children.

1100 Meridian Street N Huntsville, AL 35801 Phone: (256) 428-7560 http://www.healsinc.org/support/volunteer-with-heals/

Make-A-Wish Foundation of Alabama Volunteering is a great way to help. We invite you to share the power of a wish® whether you can give a few hours each month or a few days each year. Volunteers assist in various areas of Make-A-Wish alongside staff members and other volunteers. In return for their diligent efforts and dedication, volunteers receive valuable training, hands-on experience and the gratification of making a difference in the life of a child.

http://alabama.wish.org/ways-to-help/volunteering

Manna House Manna House provides food assistance to those in need. We are supported by contributions from individuals, churches, civic groups, and businesses. While some food is donated and locally grown most is purchased for our distribution programs.

To volunteer, contact Fran Fluhler: fran@mymannahouse.com 2110 Memorial Parkway SW Huntsville, AL 35801 Phone: (256) 503-4848 http://mymannahouse.com/

National Children’s Advocacy Center

210 Pratt Avenue Huntsville, AL 35801 Phone: (256) 533-5437 http://www.nationalcac.org/events/ scoggins@nationalcac.org

Salvation Army

Volunteers are a crucial part of what we do here at The Salvation Army. The Salvation Army seeks volunteers who want to be involved in making a difference within the community. Individuals, groups, and companies are welcome. There are many opportunities where you can find a place to serve.

214 Oakwood Avenue NW Huntsville, AL 35810 Pamela Donald at salvationarmyvols@gmail.com or call (256) 536-5576 x 14. http://salvationarmyalm.org/huntsville/

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Volunteer Center of Madison County Must login into the website and register to volunteer for various agencies must be 14 years or older. Dial 2-1-1 to get connected. Several links to other opportunities are available on this website.

(http://www.thevolunteercentermc.org/) YMCA

Focusing on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, Y Volunteers give of their time to help individuals and families, men, women and children of all ages and from all walks of life obtain the resources and support they need to be healthy, confident, connected and secure. Volunteers may choose to give of their time weekly, monthly or as often as you like. Contact local YMCA agencies. YMCA of Metropolitan Huntsville AL

120 Holmes Avenue Huntsville, AL 35801 Phone: (256) 428-9622 http://www.ymcahuntsville.org/

Downtown Branch YMCA 101 Church Street SW Huntsville, AL 35801 Phone: (256) 319-9622 http://www.ymcahuntsville.org/

Southeast Branch YMCA 1000 Weatherly Rd SE Huntsville, AL 35803-1145 Phone: (256) 883-9622 Approx Distance: 6 miles http://www.ymcahuntsville.org/

Preschool/Child Care Branch YMCA 120 Holmes Avenue Huntsville, AL 35801 Phone: (256) 428-9622 Approx Distance: 6 miles http://www.ymcahuntsville.org/

Craig and Steven Hogan Family YMCA 130 Park Square Lane Madison, AL 35758 Phone: (256) 705-9622 Approx Distance: 9 miles

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Local Catholic Churches where it may be possible to volunteer in religious education classes or vacation bible school: Holy Spirit Catholic Church

625 Airport Road SW Huntsville, AL 35802 Phone: (256) 881-4781 http://holyspirithsv.com Director of religious education: Tracy Finke, tfinke@holyspirithsv.com Director of Hispanic religious education: María José Bonilla, mbonilla@holyspirithsv.com

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church

1055 Hughes Road Madison, AL 35758 Phone: (256) 722-0130 http://www.stjohnbchurch.org Director of religious education: Kathleen Butler, kbutler@stjohnbchurch.org

Good Shepherd Catholic Church

13550 Chaney Thompson Huntsville, AL 35803 Phone: (256) 882-1844 http://www.goodshephsv.org Director of religious education: Trina Maxwell, 256-882-1844 ext. 111

St. Mary of the Visitation Catholic Church

222 Jefferson St. Huntsville, AL 35801 Phone: (256) 536-6349 http://smvparish.org

Our Lady Queen of the Universe Catholic Church

2421 Shady Lane Drive Huntsville, AL 35810 Phone: (256) 852-0788 http://www.olqu.org Director of religious education: Susan Turner, susan@olqu.org

St. Paul Catholic Church

1900 Highway 72 West Athens, AL 35611 Phone: (256) 232-4191 http://www.stpaulcatholicchurchathens.org Director of religious education: Elizabeth Niedzwiecki, Dre.stpaul@gmail.com

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Annunciation of the Lord Catholic Church 3910 Spring Avenue SW Decatur, AL 35603 Phone: (256) 353-2667 http://www.annunlord.com Director of religious education: Jan Gile, jgile@annunlord.com

St. Joseph Catholic Church

2300 Beasley Avenue NW Huntsville, AL 35816 Phone: (256) 534-8459 http://saintjosephcc.com

Most Merciful Jesus Catholic Church

(Future location: Segers Road, Madison, AL) 11232 Dove Drive Madison, AL 35756 Phone: (256) 258-8865 www.mostmercifuljesuschurch.org

International Organizations SmileTrain

Millions of children in developing countries with untreated clefts live in isolation, but more importantly, have difficulty eating, breathing and speaking. Cleft repair surgery is simple, and the transformation is immediate.

www.smiletrain.org/ World Vision

A global Christian humanitarian organization that partners with children, families, and their communities to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. https://www.worldvision.org/get-involved

UNICEF (United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund)

The U.S. Fund for UNICEF supports UNICEF's work, and other efforts in support of the world's children, through fundraising, advocacy and education in the United States.

https://www.unicefusa.org/supporters/volunteers

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Doctors Without Borders Doctors Without Borders responds to medical crises caused by conflicts, natural disasters, epidemics, or lack of access to health care. MSF currently works in more than 60 countries across the globe, providing emergency medical care where it is needed most. At its core, the purpose of humanitarian action is to save lives and ease the suffering of people caught in acute crises.

http://www.doctorswithoutborders.org/fundraise-msf The Heifer Project

That "teach a man to fish" philosophy is what drove Dan West to found Heifer International. The goal of every Heifer project is to help families achieve self-reliance. They do this by providing them the tools they need to sustain themselves. Check out this link for ideas of how you can help: https://www.heifer.org/readtofeed/index.html#panel

SERVANT SONG Donna Marie McGargill, OSM

What do you want of me, Lord? Where do you want me to serve you? Where can I sing your praises? I am your song. Jesus, Jesus, you are the Lord. Jesus, Jesus, you are the way.

© 1984, OCP

All rights reserved. Used with permission. "Reprinted under One License A-719898"

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School-sponsored Service Opportunities The following is a partial list of activities sponsored by or led by the staff and faculty of St. John Paul II Catholic High School. It is not meant to be exhaustive. Therefore, students need to listen carefully to announcements, read email regularly and check the x2vol bulletin board frequently for additional opportunities that may not be listed below. These activities are pre-approved and the sponsoring teacher will be the one who verifies the hours in x2vol. Therefore, the students must input the email address of the sponsoring teacher when logging in the hours and description of the service project.

1. 2017 Academic Summer camps – There is no guarantee that the camps listed below will need additional volunteers. These camps are well planned and organized far in advance of the actual camp dates. Therefore, it is the student’s responsibility to talk to the camp sponsor, make a commitment and plan well. Students need to check calendars with their parents to be sure that there are no calendar conflicts with family summer activities and plans.

a. Chemistry Camp, June 19-23, 8:00 a.m. - noon for junior HS student campers Sponsor: Mrs. Laurie Porter; lporter@jp2falcons.org Duties: lab assistants to campers, prepare and clean up equipment for experiments Requirements: students must have completed Honors Chemistry or AP Chemistry and must have Science teacher recommendations Type of Service: direct to youth

b. Biology Camp, June 12 - 16, 8:00 - 4:30 for middle school students Sponsor: Mr. Brian Finzel, bfinzel@jp2falcons.org Duties: Requirements: Type of Service: direct to youth

c. Drama Camp – July 16 - 21, 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Monday – Thursday; 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday; for grades 4th through 9th Sponsors: Mrs. Mari Adams, madams@jp2falcons.org; Mrs. Dorene Gullatt, dgullatt@jp2falcons.org Duties: help to supervise young students, sell tickets, work front table Requirements: must be willing to work the entire week Type of Service: direct to youth

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2. 2017 Athletic Summer Camps: direct or indirect service to youth:

Sport Camp Dates Times Coach Contact

Cheer Jun 24 9 am - 2pm Nicole Slyman cheerleading@jp2falcons.org

Football Skills Camp Jun 19-20 9-noon John Mumford football@jp2falcons.org

Football Lineman Camp Jun 22-23 9-noon John Mumford football@jp2falcons.org

Volleyball Jun 12-14 9-noon TBA volleyball@jp2falcons.org

Girls Basketball Jun 26-28 9-noon Kyle Overstreet girlsbasketball@jp2falcons.org

Boys Basketball Jun 26-28 9-noon Stuart Allen sallen@jp2falcons.org

Wrestling Jun 13-16 9-noon Duke Labasi wrestling@jp2falcons.org

Girls Soccer Jul 10-14 5-8 pm Sam Bennett girlssoccer@jp2falcons.org

Boys Soccer Jul 10-14 5-8 pm Jason Batchelor boyssoccer@jp2falcons.org

Tennis Jun 26-28 9-noon Al Garrett tennis@jp2falcons.org

Baseball Jun 7-9 9am-11:30 am Scott MacKinnon baseball@jp2falcons.org

3. Friends of the Children Shoebox Project – early October, after school commitment

Sponsor: Spanish Club Duties: make posters, wrap boxes, sort items, fill and label boxes Type of service: indirect

4. Drama Club – January or February Sponsor: Drama teacher; Mrs. Mari Adams, madams@jp2falcons.org Duties: set up, serve and clean up for the Broadway Review dinner theater Type of service: other

5. French Club – December, service opportunities like Santa’s Village volunteers, singing Christmas carols at the Senior Center, Adult Daycare, and Madison Manor Nursing Home Sponsor: French Club teacher sponsor Duties: commitment and follow-through on each of the projects Type of service: Direct and indirect

6. Campus Ministry Angel Tree gift collection – late October, early November; after school commitment Sponsor: Campus Ministry teacher Duties: make gift tags, sort gifts, deliver gifts to “Kids to Love” Type of service: indirect

7. Student Council canned food collection Sponsor: Student Council sponsor Duties: make posters, sort food, deliver food to collecting organization Type of service: indirect

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8. Pro-Life Organization Sponsor: Pro-Life club sponsor Duties: make posters, collect baby items, make baby blankets Type of service: indirect

9. TriM Music Honor Society shoe collection Sponsor: Choral teacher Duties: make posters and place collection baskets, sort shoes, box shoes and deliver to the collection agency Type of service: indirect

10. National Honor Society Blood Drive – This service opportunity is only open to NHS members Sponsor: NHS teacher sponsors Duties: hang posters, bring snacks, work as helpers to donors, make announcements, set up and clean up Type of service: indirect

11. Thespian Society Sock collection Sponsor: Drama teacher Duties: make posters and place collection baskets, sort sox, pack sox and deliver to the collection agency Type of service: indirect

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THE CORPORAL WORKS OF MERCY

The Corporal Works of Mercy

The Corporal Works of Mercy are found in the teachings of Jesus and give us a model for how

we should treat all others, as if they were Christ in disguise. They "are charitable actions by

which we help our neighbors in their bodily needs.” They respond to the basic needs of

humanity as we journey together through this life.

The seven Corporal Works of Mercy are listed below. After each work of mercy there are also

suggestions and words of advice for living them out in our daily lives.

FEED THE HUNGRY

There are many people in this world who go without food. When so much of our food goes to

waste, consider how good stewardship practices of your own food habits can benefit others

who do not have those same resources.

Having delicious food at Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner? Donate to a Thanksgiving or Christmas food drive so everyone can have something to eat.

Research, identify and contribute financially to organizations that serve the hungry.

The next time you make a recipe that can be easily frozen, make a double batch and donate one to your local food pantry or soup kitchen.

GIVE DRINK TO THE THIRSTY

Many of our brothers and sisters in Christ do not have access to clean water and suffer from the

lack of this basic necessity. We should support the efforts of those working towards greater

accessibility of this essential resource.

We take it for granted that we have access to clean water. Donate to help build wells for water for those in need

Organize a group of children involved on a sports team (e.g. soccer) or a summer camp. Invite them to collect bottled water to distribute at a shelter for families. If parents can be involved, ask them to accompany their children in delivering the water to the families.

Do the same for youth and young adult groups.

SHELTER THE HOMELESS

There are many circumstances that could lead to someone becoming a person without a

home. Christ encourages us to go out and meet those without homes, affirming their worth

and helping them seek a resolution to the challenges they face.

See if your parish or diocese is involved with a local homeless shelter and volunteer some time.

Donate time or money to organizations that build homes for those who need shelter.

Many homeless shelters need warm blankets for their beds. If you can knit or sew that would be an extra loving gift.

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There are millions of children and families who are on the move, fleeing from war, illness, hunger and impossible living conditions, and searching for peace and safety. Engage parish groups of children, youth, young adults, and families in doing some research on the causes and challenges that these families face to survive. Contact Catholic Social Services, or diocesan offices of peace and justice for help with your research. Seek ways to provide shelter for the homeless locally, regionally, nationally or internationally.

VISIT THE SICK

Those who are sick are often forgotten or avoided. In spite of their illness, these individuals still

have much to offer to those who take the time to visit and comfort them.

Give blood

Spend time volunteering at a nursing home – Get creative and make use of your talents (e.g. sing, read, paint, call Bingo, etc.)!

Take time on a Saturday to stop and visit with an elderly neighbor.

Offer to assist caregivers of chronically sick family members on a one-time or periodic basis. Give caregivers time off from their caregiving responsibilities so they can rest, complete personal chores, or enjoy a relaxing break.

VISIT THE PRISONERS

People in prison are still people, made in the image and likeness of God. No matter what

someone has done, they deserve the opportunity to hear the Word of God and find the Truth of

the message of Christ.

See if your parish, or a nearby parish, has a prison ministry and if so, get involved.

Volunteer to help out or donate to charities that give Christmas presents to children whose parents are in prison.

BURY THE DEAD

Funerals give us the opportunity to grieve and show others support during difficult

times. Through our prayers and actions during these times we show our respect for life, which

is always a gift from God, and comfort to those who mourn.

Send a card to someone who has recently lost a loved one. Make your own card and use some of these prayers.

GIVE ALMS TO THE POOR

Donate money to organizations that have the ability to provide support and services for those

in need. Do research and find organizations that put people in need first, rather than profit.

Skip the morning latte and put that money in the collection basket at church.

Find a charity that is meaningful to you and volunteer your time or donate.

This Lent, give up eating out at restaurants. Pack your meals and donate the extra money to charities.

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THE SPIRITUAL WORKS OF MERCY

The Spiritual Works of Mercy

The Spiritual Works of Mercy have long been a part of the Christian tradition, appearing in the

works of theologians and spiritual writers throughout history. Just as Jesus attended to the

spiritual well-being of those he ministered to, these Spiritual Works of Mercy guide us to "help

our neighbor in their spiritual needs.”

The seven Spiritual Works of Mercy are listed below. After each work of mercy there are also

suggestions and words of advice for living them out in our daily lives.

COUNSELING THE DOUBTFUL

Everyone has moments of doubt in their faith journey. Nevertheless, we should always

remember that Christ is the Way, the Truth, and the Life and turn to him along our way.

Follow Christ with the witness of your life so that others may see God's love revealed in your actions

Accompany a friend who is struggling with believing to join a parish group for service or faith formation, share a book you found useful in dealing with your friend's faith concern, and worship at Sunday Mass

INSTRUCTING THE IGNORANT

Learn about our faith and be open to talking with others about our beliefs. There is always

something more to discover about our faith.

Go on a service trip or short term mission trip. No time? Donate to support someone on their service trip

Volunteer to help with religious education programs at your parish

Invite someone to go to mass with you this weekend

ADMONISHING THE SINNER

Do not judge, but be supportive in helping others find their way and correct their

mistakes. Together we can learn to walk more closely with Christ.

In humility we must strive to create a culture that does not accept sin, while realizing that we all fall at times

When you correct someone, don't be arrogant. We are all in need of God's loving correction.

We should journey together to a deeper understanding of our shared faith

COMFORTING THE SORROWFUL

Be open to listening and comforting those who are dealing with grief. Even if we aren't sure of

the right words to say, our presence can make a big difference.

Lend a listening ear to those going through a tough time

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Make a home cooked meal for a friend who is facing a difficult time

Write a letter or send a card to someone who is suffering

FORGIVING INJURIES

Forgiving others is difficult at times because we do not have God's limitless mercy and

compassion. But Jesus teaches us that we should forgive as God forgives, relying on him to help

us show others the mercy of God

Let go of grudges

Saying sorry is something we learn as kids, but how often do we really mean it? Forgiveness transforms hearts and lives

BEARING WRONGS PATIENTLY

Do not be bitter about wrongs done against you. Place your hope in God so that you can

endure the troubles of this world and face them with a compassionate spirit.

PRAYING FOR THE LIVING AND THE DEAD

Prayer is one of the most powerful ways we can support others. Joining together in prayer for

the living and the dead entrusts us all into God's care.

Request a mass intention for a friend or family member who is going through a tough time

Request a mass intention for a friend or family member who has passed away

Keep your own book of prayer intentions, writing down the names of those who you are keeping in your prayers

Ask a friend or family member if there is anything you can pray for them about

Through prayer, entrust your cares and concerns for those around you to God

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GO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Steve Angrisano and Tom Tomaszek

Refrain: Go make a diff’rence. We can make a diff’rence. Go make a diff’rence in the world. Go make a diff’rence. We can make a diff’rence. Go make a diff’rence in the world. 1. We are the salt of the earth,

Called to let the people see The love of God in you and me. We are the light of the world, Not to be hidden but be seen. Go make a diff’rence in the world.

2. We are the hands of Christ Reaching out to those in need, The face of God for all to see. We are the spirit of hope; We are the voice of peace. Go make a diff’rence in the world.

3. So let your love shine on,

Let it shine for all to see. Go make a diff’rence in the world. And the spirit of Christ Will be with us as we go. Go make a diff’rence in the world.

Text: Based on Matthew 5:13–16. Text and music © 1997, Steve Angrisano and Thomas N. Tomaszek.

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