Anchored in Faith

By integrating Gospel values into everything we do, St. Paul School helps prepare your child to meet the challenges of living a Christian life, now and in the future. Here are some stories that show our faith put into action.
 

St. Paul's Anthony VanBerkum Ordained Deacon!

Brother Anthony VanBerkum was ordained a deacon at the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. His family and Msgr. Halfpenny witnessed the grace-filled event. Deacon VanBerkum and all of his siblings are St. Paul School Alumni. 

The VanBerkum Family: Mark, Michaele, Brother Luke '08, Maria '10, Josepine '16, Lucia '14, Deacon Anthony '06, Monica '12, and Rosemary '19.

Student-led Masses
Students attend Mass twice a week and on Holy Days of Obligation. Students proclaim the readings as lectors, lead the prayers, assist as altar servers, and bring up the gifts.

Candle Mass

The second graders celebrated a beautiful Candle Mass in preparation for their First Holy Communion.

Serving Others
Many hands make light work! St. Paul’s 7th graders are spending the day packing food at Focus Hope for needy seniors in the Metro Detroit area. Other field trips include soup kitchens, senior centers, the Sacred Heart Major Seminary, and the Blessed Father Solanus Casey Center.

Comparative Religions
St. Paul’s 7th graders were enthralled by a comparative religions panel discussion. With Monsignor Halfpenny speaking about Catholicism and representatives from the Jewish and Muslim faiths, our students gained a broader understanding of the world’s major religions.




Next Steps:
Please contact St. Paul Principal Tina Forsythe if you have any questions.
Schedule a tour and a shadow day for your child.