We work to instill in each of our students a lifelong desire and commitment to helping others. An important focus for our campus ministry program is putting our faith into action through service to others.
Our students have a wide variety of opportunities to actively practice their faith throughout the year, during and after school. Our students participate in local, national and/or international community service projects. These projects vary from year to year and often correspond with the interests of individual grades.
National Junior Honor Society, Student Council, and all 6th-8th graders complete service hours annually.
“The Character of these young people is a direct reflection on the education and direction they are receiving at school. You, your administration and the parents should be very proud of how well they represented St. Paul of the Cross School.”
Des Plaines Garden Club
Bernie’s Books April 2024
Third Grade students sorted 12,500 books at Bernie’s Book Bank. During Week of the Young Child, April 14-19, we collected used books for Bernie’s Book Bank. (include photos)
Lent
Since 2018, we have partnered with Catholic Extension for our Lenten Almsgiving. What the parish and school have been able to accomplish during this time is truly amazing. Please click here for an overview of projects throughout the years.
Our 2024 Lenten Almsgiving supported missionary priests in the Diocese of Cheyanne, Wyoming. Please click here for an overview of this year’s project.
“Lent is a favorable season for opening the doors to all those in need and recognizing in them the face of Christ”
Pope Francis