"In 2018, Catholics united through the Box of Joy ministry to send Christmas gifts to children in developing countries. For many poor children, a Box of Joy – filled with toys, clothing, school supplies, a rosary and the Story of Jesus – was the first Christmas gift they ever received. "
Student prayer partners will work together to shop our donations to build a special Box of Joy.* Part of this experience is the opportunity to spend time in prayer for the receiver of their box in our prayer station that will be led by our St. Vincent de Paul Youth Chapter team. The students will also have the opportunity to send a personal note as well as a picture along with the box so the child knows who was thinking and praying for them.
*4th grade students will partner with each other