Native American Concerns - St. Benedict School
Native Americans are a scattered people with no central “home parish” or school thus the Office of Native American Concerns was established to promote evangelization efforts whenever and wherever the opportunity exists.
Grant monies from the Black and Indian Mission Office make it possible for tuition assistance to be given to Native American children who will be attending Catholic schools. Children are our future and a Catholic education provides the excellent academic preparation needed to excel in today’s world. It also fosters and grows a solid understanding of our Catholic faith and teaches our children to walk in the ways of our brother Jesus Christ; peacefully, compassionately and in thanksgiving to The Father.
Depicted in the pictures are Gracie and Daniel Marquez proud Yaqui students who attend St. Benedict School. They are pictured on the first day of school and on the day of the school’s awards ceremony. The bright smiles on their faces radiate the joy of starting a new school year at a fine Catholic school and for being recognized for their virtue of gratitude.
