My family and I have been a part of the St. Paul the Apostle Parish Community for eleven years.  We first became a part of the parish when my father was enrolling me in the three year old pre-k class at St. Paul.  My parents decided to enroll me in the program because they heard about how welcoming and caring the community at St. Paul the Apostle Church was.  Since then, we have supported the parish in several ways.  My family and I attend mass weekly and we actively participate in the service.  My parents have taught me the importance of giving back to the St. Paul community by their  monthly financial contributions.  When Father Flory requested financial assistance for the purchase and renovation of the Parish Center, my parents were eager and willing to pledge a monthly offering for that as well.  My mom has been a Eucharistic Minister for the past five years and I have been an alter server for the past four years.  Since sixth grade, I have assisted in teaching faith formation classes for the youth at St. Paul parish that are unable to attend a Catholic grade school.  I have also been a leader at Vacation Bible School while in sixth and seventh grades.  We realize that Father Flori is effortless in his dedication to the parish and community of St. Paul the Apostle Church.  We hope that by our support, and attendance at mass Father Flori realizes how much we appreciate all his hard work.