“We are people with something good to proclaim. We are people with some good news to offer to the world in which we live. The Gospel is so named because the authors and first hearers of the word were convinced that its contents, in spite of the conflicts and suffering found throughout the Gospel, were life-giving events for the world to hear.”

~Bishop Wilton Gregory, May, 1996

Is your Family Looking For More?
Upon several occasions, you may have heard the term "Circle of Families" mentioned. Currently, there are four Circles of Families at St. Blase which support 32 families. Because other families have expressed interest, we are hoping to launch a new circle soon. Perhaps your family will be in one of them!

A circle operated by the strength of each contributing family. Each month, a different family "hosts" the evening. Sharing the responsibility among all the families of a circle surfaces gifts and talents while not overburdening any one particular family. We share our faith, our joys, our sorrows, our dreams and our love. Perhaps you are looking to connect with families like yourself to feel that same kind of support. Come and taste the banquet of family life lived to its fullest.

What Is A "Circle of Families"?

• It's approximately 5-6 families that meet once a month over a potluck dinner.
• It's being with people who share the same faith and beliefs.
• It's a place for children to get to know other children from church.
• It's a time to come as you are.
• It's an opportunity to gather to pray and play.
• It's warm and inviting.
• It's a place where single-parent families are embraced.
• It's intergenerational.
• It's doing extraordinary faith activities or simple ones.
• It's rich, quality time you'll find no place else.
• It's fun!

If you are interested in learning more, please call Alice Doppel through the Parish Office at (586) 268-2244.