Volunteer Profile----the MCKEAGUE FAMILY

VOLUNTEER PROFILE–

THE MCKEAGUE FAMILY

I had never paid much attention to the restrooms in Brenner Hall prior to my children entering school. When my son started playing basketball for the parish and I began spending a lot more time in the building, it was apparent that the restrooms were in need of help. The floor was painted red, the walls were yellow/gold, the stalls were a 70's gold and the counter was yet a third shade of yellow!  I decided then to offer our assistance and make this a "McKeague Family Project”. We began scrubbing the walls and stalls in the daytime. The kids were always excited to tell their dad what work we accomplished while he was at work. Next, we moved to priming the walls. The kids had a great time helping with that. We all worked together on a few weekends to accomplish our goal before the start of the new school year. Unfortunately, my mother's health worsened and I had to put the finishing touches on hold. Thankfully, Mary Elizabeth Muir put out a "call for help" to some of our parishioners and within a few days the project was officially complete. Howard Supplee was a true blessing to me as he helped immensely with the application of the new floor surface. Painting those stalls was certainly a tedious job but one that came with great satisfaction when we were able to see the finished project. The kids were amazed at the difference and very proud that they had something to do with the improvement. Being able to help the parish and school with this project meant a lot to us.

Volunteer activities:

Sean (11 yrs. old ) has been an altar server since he was 8 and thoroughly enjoys it.  During her 3rd grade year, Kathleen asked her teacher if she and some other students could spend some of their recess time each week picking up litter in the church parking lot. I have been on the School Board for several years, my husband and I volunteer at our children's basketball games in Brenner Hall and I have worked with the SCRIP program for the last 4 years. We encourage our children to be helpful but it is always better for them to learn by example.  

Words of wisdom for those of you who would like to help….look around, talk with Fr. Carroll, consult Mrs. Smith, check in with the parish office staff. Express your desire to help with your time, talent or financial assistance.