An Advent project through Prison Fellowship
Since 1994, the “Angel Tree” has been a project that St. Theresa Church has been a participating congregation. Prison Ministries, a non-denominational ministry, contacts imprisoned parents with children. Prison Ministries passes the necessary information on each child to sponsoring churches.
Share Christmas Joy with Children in Need!
The Angel Tree Project, in partnership with Prison Fellowship, provides Christmas gifts to children who have a parent in prison. St. Theresa Parish is once again participating—helping bring hope and love to 72 children this year.
How can you help?
Use the link to view the gift wish list. Sign up for a suggested gift. Each child receives two gifts—a clothing item and a fun toy or entertainment. You are welcome to purchase one or both. Some children have requested gift cards.
Purchase and wrap your gift – Please wrap each gift and label it with the CODE (ex: 27A1, indicating family, child, and gift number). Place gifts on the altar steps at Masses the weekend of December 13 or 14.
Want to help but can’t shop online or in-store? We have volunteers who can shop or wrap gifts for you. Donation baskets will be on the altar. For questions or assistance contact:
- Barb Dempsey: 515-277-1153
- Lori Mueller: 319-931-1920
Though we may not be able to visit those in prison, we can help strengthen the bond between parents and their children through this beautiful work of mercy.