Students find hearts set aflame with the Holy Spirit

Attendees prepare for the sacrament of confirmation with a day of games, music, and prayer

The band WAL (We are Loved) invited the attendees to participate in praise and worship during the 2015 Spirit Day. Formerly known as the Jacob and Matthew Band, they had performed at five previous Spirit Days. Joshua Tng / The B.C. Catholic.

Grade 7 students fanned the flames of baptism by receiving the Eucharist at an annual youth rally. For full story see The B.C. Catholic website.


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