by popadmin | Jul 10, 2024 | Parish Life |
PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH WINS ‘BEST OF UPSTATE’ AWARD FOR THE THIRD YEAR IN A ROW
Prince of Peace Catholic School also won two ‘Best of’ awards
TAYLORS, SC (JULY 9, 2024) – Prince of Peace Catholic Church and School is thrilled to announce they’ve won three “Best of the Upstate” awards from the annual contest run by the Greenville News. More than a quarter million votes were cast.
Prince of Peace Catholic Church took home the Best Place of Worship for the third year in the row and the school took home Best Private School and Best Preschool in the Upstate.
“The Holy Mass is a sacred time where we are able to experience heaven for a moment,” said Father Christopher Smith, pastor at Prince of Peace Catholic Church. “We strive to engage all the senses during Mass and invite every member of the congregation to worship in a way that brings them into that heavenly space. We are honored to accept this award and invite anyone interested in learning about the Catholic faith to our beautiful Masses.”
Prince of Peace Catholic Church is an extraordinary parish for ordinary people, providing an authentic Catholic experience for parishioners and visitors alike. The parish turns 50 years old this year, is part of the Diocese of Charleston, and has many ministries that cater to an extremely diverse parish.
Prince of Peace Catholic School is the principle apostolate of the Church for the handing on of the Catholic faith.The school encompasses grades K3-8th and has served as a beacon of academic excellence and spiritual growth since 2002.
“We are supremely proud of our Catholic school, its students, and staff,” said Father Smith. “One of my greatest joys is to visit with the students and see how they are growing not only academically in a challenging environment, but spiritually in their Catholic faith. Our school is a true testament to the commitment of our parish to support a place of education where children can be given the opportunity to graduate with academic achievements and a deep, vibrant faith.”
To learn more about Prince of Peace Catholic Church and School, please visit https://princeofpeacetaylors.org/. The church and school are located at 1209 Brushy Creek Road, Taylors.
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by popadmin | Apr 30, 2024 | Parish Life
7.30p on Thursday, 2 May:
We are thrilled to announce that our water main break is repaired AND that repair has held for the whole afternoon.
Normal campus activities resume beginning with the opening of the Adoration Chapel before 7a Mass, then 7a Mass on Friday, 3 May.
All other campus activities resume normal schedules on Friday, 3 May.
- Our parish school will enjoy Field Day with 12n Dismissal. Aftercare is available (bring lunch)! The parish school shared an email to families with additional instructions for the exciting day.
We are grateful for the many hard workers and, especially for the grace and patience demonstrated by all of our parish and school families!
6.30p on Wednesday, 1 May:
The water main continues to be broken. As a result, the following changes are made:
- Campus is closed until further notice.
- This means:
- The school will be closed on Thursday, 2 May with an e-Learning day. Parents should expect to receive an email of assignments from their student’s teacher(s). All students were sent home on Wednesday with their books.
- The school will be open on Friday, 3 May for a half-day with 12n dismissal and OPTION FOR AFTERCARE for Field Day. Field Day shirts can be picked up on Thursday, 2 May from the parish school office between the hours of 10a-2p or picked up for a quick change on Friday morning. As a reminder, children should come wearing athletic shoes for Field Day.
- There is no daily Mass.
- The Adoration Chapel is closed.
- All campus activities are canceled.
- The parish office staff are working and available.
Please watch for further communications to know when the campus re-opens.
9:50a on Wednesday, 1 May:
The water main burst, again. As a result, the following changes are made:
- Campus is closed until further notice.
- This means:
- Students must be picked up by their parents for an e-learning day. School is closed. Parents unable to pickup by 10.45a should contact Mrs Michelle Zimmerman.
- The Adoration Chapel is closed.
- 12n Latin Mass and 5p Confession are canceled.
- No campus activities.
Please watch for further communications to know when the campus re-opens.
7.45a on Wednesday, 1 May:
We have water across campus and are reopening at 10a.
Reminder to POPSC parents: Parish school carline begins at 9.45a. Regular daily uniforms can be worn!
9.40p on Tuesday, 30 April:
The majority of our campus is without water due to a water main break. As a result, the following changes are made:
- The parish school will open at 10a with carline starting at 9.45a. Children may wear their regular uniform.
- 8.30a Daily Mass is canceled. *2nd grade will have Confession on Thursday at 2.30p
- The Blessing of the Mary Garden is moved to Wednesday, 8 May after the 8.30a School Mass.
- The Adoration Chapel is closed with a plan to reopen at 10a.
At this time, campus will re-open at 10a. We will have an update around 8a in the morning if that changes.
by Communications Director | Apr 26, 2024 | Parish Life
Due to wear and tear, it is time to replace our hardcover
St. Isaac Jogues Illuminated Missal for the English Mass and our
St Edmund Campion Missal for the Latin Mass, found in the pews of the church.
A donation of $25 per book will cover costs and allow you to add an inscription to the inside cover of the missal, in honor or in memory of a loved one. There are two ways to participate. Either return the envelope that was enclosed in the 28 April bulletin to the parish office filled out with your information OR use our online form below!
by popadmin | Mar 26, 2024 | Kids, Parish Life
- All are welcome to Summer Art Camp with Marilyn Alber. A great way to start your summer and get creative. Registration deadline is Tuesday, 28 May. No refunds given after 29 May. Registration forms are available here or by emailing Marilyn Alber at mmalber@att.net.
- Two weeks to choose from [6/10- 6/14] or [6/17 – 6/21] for students entering 1st – 8th. (Limit 10 students per session)
- Classes are held for 2 hours a day Monday through Friday. (Students 1st-3rd (10a-12p) (Students 4th-8th (1p-3p)).
- Fees for one week session is $190 (materials provided).
- Classes will be held in the Walsingham Building – Art Room.
- Dribble for Destiny Summer Basketball Camp is 15-17 July from 9a-12p for ages 8-13 boys and girls. Fee: $119 includes free t-shirt and ball; 2 ball dribbling, passing, shooting, ball handling, video, daily contests, and daily devotions. THIS IS A 3 DAY CAMP. SIGN UP AND PAY NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT. See registration form.
- Our annual Summer Choral Theatre for rising 3rd – 8th graders will be held Monday, 10 June through Friday, 14 June with a performance on Saturday, 15 June. This half-day camp runs 9.30a-12.30p, and includes singing, acting, and basic choreography, as well as snacks and games. This year’s show will be Rescue in the Night, a comedic retelling of the story of Daniel in the Lions’ Den. To register, please complete the form (also available in the parish and school offices) and return it to the parish office with payment. Program fee is $70 per child, $190 family maximum. Deadline for registration is 15 May.
- Prince of Peace VBS 2024 will be 8-12 July 2024. Our theme for this summer’s VBS is Saints and the Eucharist. Students need to bring a bagged lunch, Monday-Thursday and a pizza lunch will be provided on Friday afternoon (new this year–parents will be invited on Friday for our lunch AND a brief showcase of the songs our students have learned during the week). We will have our traditional water day fun on Friday afternoon after the showcase. Registration forms are only available by contacting maria.barontini@princeofpeacetaylors.org. Registration Fee per child – $40/ Family Maximum Fee $110
- Our youth evening program for students entering grade 7th-12th, will start on Sunday evening (7 July) and end on Thursday evening and will run from 6-7:30p nightly.
by admin | Nov 24, 2023 | Adult Education, Christian Formation, Events, Liturgy, Parish Life, The Latest
Our normal schedule of Wednesdays 5-6p and Saturdays 3.30-4.30p. In addition, the following are added for Advent:
- Sunday, 17 Dec 7.30-9p
- Monday, 18 Dec 5-7p
- Tuesday, 19 Dec 7-9a, 11a-2p, 5-9p
- Wednesday, 20 Dec 7-9a, 11a-2p, 5-9p
- Thursday, 21 Dec 7-9a, 11a-2p, 5-9p
- Friday, 22 Dec 5-7p
- Saturday, 23 Dec 11a-2p & 3.30-4.30p
Confession before Christmas is encouraged in Catholicism to purify the soul and embrace the spiritual renewal symbolized by Jesus’ birth. It allows believers to reflect, seek forgiveness, and reconcile with God, fostering a deeper connection to the essence of Christmas. By acknowledging shortcomings and receiving absolution, one enters the season with a cleansed spirit, ready to embrace the significance of Christ’s arrival. It embodies the spirit of repentance and prepares the heart to fully appreciate the transformative message of hope, love, and redemption that Christmas represents, fostering a meaningful and spiritually fulfilling celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ.
by admin | Nov 23, 2023 | Christian Formation, Events, Liturgy, Parish Life, The Latest
Join us for Compline on the Sundays of Advent, 3 December – 17 December, at 7p.
The official public night prayer of the Church’s Liturgy of the Hours, Compline is a time where we gather as Christians to examine our conscience, sing psalms with their proper antiphons, and listen to the Word of God. The highlight of the service is the Anthem to Our Lady, in which we process to the Lady Altar and the faithful are sprinkled with Holy Water.
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