Bishop Bernard E. Shlesinger, III, celebrated Mass at 10:00 am at Saint Jude Catholic Church in Sandy Springs on Saturday, March 7th, honoring the Woman and Teen of the Year for each of those parishes that are members of the Atlanta Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women. Colleen Crupie was chosen as Woman of the Year, and Alex Schulte was chosen as Teen of the Year for Saint Brigid Parish. We truly appreciate their many important contributions to our parish as we strive to sustain and enhance the spiritual vitality of our faith community. They inspire us by their example of generous and unselfish service. Colleen and Alex have certainly exhibited love of God and love of neighbor as they continue on their journey of faith.
Colleen serves our faith community in many different ways. She has served in various leadership positions in our “Women of Saint Brigid” and “Circle of Sisters” ministries. Colleen also coordinates our ministry for our Bereavement Funeral Receptions. In addition, she has served as a guardian for Eucharistic Adoration and as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion. In all that she does, Colleen finds great joy in serving the Lord and serving the faith community of Saint Brigid.
Alex serves as a teen leader for our Youth Ministry through his participation in Sunday Life Nights, weekend retreats, summer camp experiences, and our Confirmation program. He has a great appreciation for the Eucharist and constantly seeks ways to grow in holiness and invites others to grow with him. In his words and in his actions, he humbly gives witness as a true disciple of Christ. Alex interacts well with his peers and sets a great example for them. He is held in high esteem by his Youth Ministry coordinators and core group.
On behalf of the priests, deacons, staff and parishioners of Saint Brigid, I congratulate Colleen and Alex for the honors they have received.