Saturday, November 19, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Join us for our third annual craft sale! 2021 was a huge success and we hope you will join us this year! If you are interested in being a vendor, visit corpuschristischool.us/community/craftsale or email cccsdevelopment@gmail.com.

October 15 at Baker Lofts in Holland Auction With A Twist 2022 is a unique auction event which benefits Corpus Christi and the Holland-area parishes. Join us for a fun-filled nightof amazing food, music, a live auction, and fun surprises. You can find more information about Auction With A Twist…

Saturday, November 18, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Join us for our fourth annual craft sale! 2022 was a huge success and we hope you will join as a vendor or guest this year! If you are interested in being a vendor, visit corpuschristischool.us/community/craftsale or email cccsdevelopment@dogrschools.org.

Congratulations to Sheona Fickel (7th grade) and Lloyd Hagans (5th grade), our Spelling Bee Winners! They will now represent Corpus Christi at the county-level Scripps Spelling Bee on Thursday, February 29, at 7 p.m. at Black River Public School. All are welcome to cheer on our spellers! Many thanks to…

We are pleased to be partnering with Quincy Place, a residential faculty right next door to Corpus Christi Catholic School. So far this year, Corpus Christi middle schoolers have created cards, a piece of artwork (which they proudly display in the entryway), place mats for Thanksgiving and Christmas, and Christmas…

How Is a Pipe Organ Different from Our Current Organ? As announced in July, our parish has bought a pipe organ from the Netherlands and it will be installed in January 2025. Several parishioners have inquired about the differences between this new organ and the one we currently have. One…

Like many Catholic schools, Corpus Christi delivers an exceptional education at a remarkably low and affordable rate. In addition, a variety of scholarship opportunities and the Discover the Difference Program help remove financial barriers and allow families to find out for themselves what makes Catholic education so wonderful. Discover the…

At Corpus Christi, we celebrate All Saints’ Day with Mass and classroom parties. Students are encouraged to dress up as a saint as we honor those who have gone before us into heaven. All you holy men and women, pray for us! Corpus Christi also celebrates All Souls’ Day by…

“Lord, Make Me an Instrument of Your Peace.” On January 28, Corpus Christi Catholic School kicked off our annual Angel Tuition Drive that will run through the month of February. This year, we ask friends of Corpus Christi School to consider the prayer above. We ask that you prayerfully consider…

Corpus Christi welcomes all children, recognizing that each one is made in God’s image and helping them to reach their potential. Many nationalities and cultures are represented in our diverse student body. We embrace this diversity as an expression of the universality of the Catholic faith, which unites us all…

We promote both spiritual and physical health at Corpus Christi. Our sports programs encourage self-discipline, strategic thinking, team spirit, and fair play. Corpus Christi’s no-cut, no-pay-to-play policy gives all students an opportunity to improve their skills and contribute to their team. Discover the difference that Catholic school makes! Corpus Christi is…

All Masses on August 13–14 Whether you’re returning to Corpus Christi, another elementary school, middle school, high school, college, trade school, or somewhere else, you’re invited to receive a blessing before the new school year begins.

Have you ever thought about becoming Catholic? Perhaps you’ve been attending Mass with family or friends and would like to go deeper. Or maybe you’re intrigued by Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church and would like to explore further. Or you might know someone who is considering Catholicism and wants…

Making Catholic Education Affordable for All Curious about Catholic schools, particularly our local school? Considering sending your kids, but wondering about the affordability? The application for tuition assistance is now open for the 2023-2024 school year! Corpus Christi has a discreet and personalized process for providing support to families to…

A New Fundraiser for Our Parish School Our biannual auction is getting a refresh! You are invited to the first-ever Blue & White Night, an evening of fun, fellowship, and fundraising to help support our students and our school. Join us on Saturday, October 12, at 5:15 p.m. here at…

Catholic Schools Week January 28 – February 5, 2023 This Catholic Schools Week, we want to remind everyone in our local Catholic community that there is a place for you and your family at Corpus Christi, where children thrive and families grow in a welcoming environment dedicated to faith and…

Celebrating 100 Years of Catholic Education in Holland! From the Desk of Mrs. Liniewski, Principal of Corpus Christi Catholic School We are celebrating the one hundredth anniversary of Catholic schools in Holland this year. In the 1923–1924 school year, the Sisters of Mercy opened the first Catholic school in Holland…

Catholic schools provide unique training in the virtues alongside academics and faith. In the process, we prepare students to be better professionals, better people, and better Christians. The character-building experiences in our curriculum develop a firm belief in human dignity and social responsibility in accord with Catholic teaching. Discover the…

The beautifully refurbished tabernacle has now been installed in the sanctuary of the main church. We should now genuflect when we enter and exit our pews to honor Christ’s presence in the Blessed Sacrament. Please also genuflect before entering the sanctuary for private prayer before the tabernacle. The main church…

Corpus Christi welcomes all children, enriching their knowledge, nurturing their faith, and building their character in a Catholic Christian environment. Our well-rounded, Christ-centered approach to learning includes sacramental preparation, daily prayer, weekly Mass, service projects, retreats, athletics, the arts, virtue-based social-emotional learning, and extracurricular programs. Small class sizes and dedicated…

A well-rounded Catholic education extends beyond the school building. We encourage our students to be fully engaged with their parishes. In addition, Corpus Christi reaches out to our lakeshore community through service projects with Holland-area ministries and involvement with local events. Discover the difference that Catholic school makes! Corpus Christi…

Our parish school recently celebrated the graduation of these wonderful young men and women! This 8th grade class was full of spirit, flair, and a heart for service. We are so proud of all they have accomplished. Go do great things in Christ!

Congratulations to our newest CGS Catechists! MC Covington (preschool teacher), Nancy Patrick (kindergarten teacher), Elizabeth Morales (first grade teacher), and Donna Tauberman (OLL parishioner) recently completed Level 1 training for Corpus Christi’s Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program. We are so grateful for their commitment to being strong faith role…

The Connect & Contribute Campaign is an annual effort to help all parishioners get more connected with our parish community and discern what ministry the Lord is calling them to. Browse these current ministry opportunities and other opportunities, pray about how the Lord is calling you to connect and contribute…

The students of Corpus Christi Catholic School, from preschool through eighth grade, assembled at Our Lady of the Lake on December 15 for their annual Christmas Concert. Family and friends enjoyed the singing and stayed afterward for cookies and fellowship in the hall. Thank you to everyone involved, especially the…

The CCCS Drama Club, led by Mrs. Koster, presented “What Happened After Once Upon a Time” on June 3. Congratulations on a great performance!

Our third and eighth grade students recently took a field trip to our state’s capitol to learn more about our civic responsibilities. The third graders visited the capitol building and the eighth graders visited the Hall of Justice and learned more about our Supreme Court. They learned a lot and…

Fr. Michael is encouraging all OLL parishioners with school-age children to prayerfully consider whether Catholic education is right for your family. Our parish school, Corpus Christi, welcomes all children, enriching their knowledge, nurturing their faith, and building their character in a Catholic Christian environment. Our parishes invest in Catholic education…

The Solemnity of Corpus Christi gives our parish an opportunity to worship our Eucharistic Lord by processing with the Blessed Sacrament. As the National Eucharistic Revival continues, we are increasing the solemnity, reverence, and joy of our parish’s celebration of Corpus Christi. One way we are doing this is by…

The members of the Corpus Christi community are grateful to everyone who prayed for our parish school on our feast day, the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, on June 19. We are especially thankful for the crowd that turned out for the Eucharistic procession and ice cream social after the 11…

On February 11, fathers and daughters from Corpus Christi Catholic School, Our Lady of the Lake Parish, and St. Francis de Sales Parish gathered at our parish school for the annual Daddy Daughter Dance. Participants enjoyed dancing, games, snacks, a photo booth, and more, all with a tropical island theme!…

Discover Catholic Schools Week Is November 13-19, 2022 Discover the difference! Studies show that Catholic schools like Corpus Christi equip students with the knowledge, faith, and character they need to flourish in life, college, and careers. Catholic school students outperform their peers in math, science, reading, and technology and engineering…

Drama Club gives students an opportunity to participate in a creative extracurricular activity. The club works on creative thinking skills, communication skills, emotional intelligence, and concentration. It encourages teamwork and helps develop confidence and creativity. Drama Club provides students with enriching learning experiences in the area of performing arts. In…

The Big Bad Musical Tuesday, May 23, 2023, 7:00 p.m. CCCS Gym — All Are Welcome In this smart and funny musical, the jury (with audience participation) must decide the outcome of the biggest trial ever in the fairy-tale world! The notorious Big Bad Wolf is being slapped in a…

Saturday, April 23, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Dads and friends of CCCS: let’s take a Saturday together to help improve and beautify our school grounds while building community. This will be a tangible way for students to see how invested we all are in our school. We will begin…

Testimony About the National Eucharistic Congress

Sunday, October 6, 12 p.m. Join your fellow parishioners in the hall after the 11 a.m. Mass for our annual chili cook-off! Entrants need to contact Miki Brierty, Hospitality Coordinator, by October 1 with their name and the name of their chili. Everyone else is invited to taste all the…

On Friday, September 23, we celebrated the return of our Corpus Christi Family Dinners! Families gathered for food and fellowship, as well as a preview of our Auction With A Twist, which is coming up on October 15. A great time was had by all, and a few prizes were…

This Respect Life Month, OLL’s Respect Life Guild is taking the opportunity to launch the Walking with Moms in Need initiative at our parish. This nationwide effort was introduced by the U.S. Catholic bishops to increase parish-level support for pregnant and parenting mothers in need. There are many ways OLL…

Back by popular demand, the Greek gods and goddesses returned to the halls of Corpus Christi on Friday, December 9. Students in sixth, seventh, and eighth grades invited their friends to experience their Greek Mythology Living Museum. The middle school students dressed up as gods, goddesses, and other mythological figures…

Wednesdays at 8:45 a.m. We welcome the public to Mass in the Corpus Christi chapel every Wednesday at 8:45 a.m. Check the school calendar for any exceptions. The first Mass is August 24. Visitors are asked to sign in at the office.

Our parish has now introduced a kneeler at each Communion station. Standing is the norm for receiving Holy Communion unless a member of the faithful wishes to receive the host while kneeling. Whichever posture you choose, this is an opportunity to renew our reverence for our Eucharistic Lord. This video…

Corpus Christi is continuing Catholic education’s tradition of academic excellence, integrating the faith will all fields of study. Our low student to teacher ratio allows our dedicated teachers to challenge students in every possible way. As a result, our students’ test scores exceed most local, state, and national averages. Discover…

2024-2025 Adult Courses at OLL Instructor: Greg Smith, Director of Ministries & Director of LANE St. Peter, the first pope, was tasked with handing on the faith in a world that didn’t want to receive it. In 1 Peter 3:15-16, he wrote, “Always be ready to make your defense to anyone…

Corpus Christi middle school students recently participated in mock trials as part of our school’s annual Law Day. After months of preparation, students assumed various roles in order to learn how our justice system works and gain experience with public speaking, critical thinking, and deductive reasoning. In the sixth grade…

Justice Has Been Served: Not Guilty On Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at 10 am, Corpus Christi Catholic School’s seventh and eighth-grade students had their day in court thanks to the partnership between CCCS, the Ottawa County 20th Circuit Court, the ABA, Mr. Kevin Bowling, Ms. Carol Zorn, and Mr. Charles…

This year, we are excited that the Liturgical Choir for students in fourth through eighth grades has returned. Twenty-five students are using their gifts and talents to worship God. The choir practices on Wednesday mornings before Mass. They are amazing! Audrey Thomas, the OLL Director of Sacred Music, leads the…

During these last few weeks of Lent, our middle school students have led the Living Stations of the Cross in our chapel on Fridays. Thank you, students, for a thoughtful and prayerful approach to walking with Jesus through his final moments!

A number of special guests came to read to our students (in English and Spanish) during the month of March, including parents, Fr. Charlie Brown, and State Representative Bradley Slagh. Thank you to everyone for helping to teach our students a love of reading!

The Corpus Christi middle school students participated in our annual Advent retreat at Our Lady of the Lake. We began preparing for the retreat on Wednesday, November 9, through reflection and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Fr. Michael, Fr. Noah, and Fr. Luis assisted us in this. Then on Wednesday, November…

This fall, we’re welcoming two new Discipleship staff members to minister to our youth. Please pray for them and make them feel at home! Gretchen Catalfamo, Confirmation Coordinator Gretchen has several years of experience serving as a volunteer Confirmation catechist at OLL. As Gretchen begins serving in this role, we…

Mrs. Laura Jacobs, Music Teacher Welcome back, Mrs. Jacobs! After taking time off to be with family in 2019, Mrs. Laura Jacobs is back in our Music Teacher position. We are thrilled to once again have Mrs. Jacobs leading our Music and Band program! Mr. Dustin Neyer, Academic Dean “Hello!…

We encourage everyone to check out Contemplating the Seven Sorrows of Mary, a new book coauthored by Ruth Berghorst, an OLL parishioner. You can learn more about the book and purchase it at sophiainstitute.com or Amazon. Here’s an excerpt of the book description: “Now is the time to respond to…

In preparation for the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Corpus Christi students helped celebrate the novena at Saint Francis de Sales Parish in Holland on Saturday, December 10. They did a great job leading the prayers and songs!

Monday, October 7, 6:30 p.m. You’re invited to pray the Rosary in the chapel with your fellow parishioners on the Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary. You are welcome whether you’re new to the Rosary or pray it every day. We will conclude the Rosary with the Litany of…

We have introduced a new initiative this fall at Corpus Christi: Parent Prayer Warriors. Once a month, parents are invited to stay after drop-off for refreshments and fellowship. Once the students’ Morning Prayer is over, the parents move to the chapel to pray the Rosary bilingually (English and Spanish) for…

A Letter from Our Pastors Dear Catholic parents, First, as your pastors, we want to thank you for your faithfulness to Christ and for your involvement in our Catholic community. It is wonderful to see your families at Mass and at parish events. Your children are the future of the…

Congratulations to this year’s winners of the American Legion poster and essay contest! The essay contest asked students to answer the question, “What does patriotism mean to me?” The poster contest asked students to reflect on the American Legion Poppy Project.

At Corpus Christi, we want our students to feel proud of their country and recognize the importance of being well-informed and service-oriented citizens. This takes the form of respect for national symbols, knowledge of our nation’s history and institutions, and gratitude toward our veterans and armed forces. Discover the difference that…

Thank you to everyone who was involved with these two wonderful annual events!

Sunday, October 6, 4 p.m. Please join Audrey Gorman, our Director of Sacred Music, at Grace Episcopal Church in Holland for a pipe organ demonstration and short recital. She will explain how a pipe organ works and how this organ is similar to our new organ. Audrey will also answer…

Corpus Christi students in grades 6, 7, and 8 again participated in the American Legion’s Poppy Poster Contest. We are pleased to announce that DeAnna Grech and Mareli Ponce-Navarrette took first place in their divisions. Their posters now are off to the national level. Congratulations to everyone who participated!

On the last day of preschool, students participated in a Fun Run to benefit Gateway Mission. Fifth graders cheered them on, joined by members of their families. Thank you to everyone who participated!

October 5–13 We are once again collecting new plastic reading glasses and new white tube or crew socks for the Diocese of Grand Rapids Prison & Jail Ministry. There will be a collection basket in the narthex for these items. Please make sure all items are new and unused. Thank…

Corpus Christi middle school students are partnered up with students in the younger grades as Reading Buddies. For example, the eighth graders had the kindergartners pick out a book to read and keep. Then they taught their Reading Buddies how to play tic-tactoe. The time was filled with sharing our…

60,000 Catholics gathered in Indianapolis from July 17-21 for the 10th National Eucharistic Congress, including several OLL parishioners. By all accounts, this event was a profound experience of Christ’s presence in the Eucharist and his call to each of us to encounter him and then spread the word. Recently, Charlotte…

On November 16, our school celebrated our annual Special Persons Day and Day of Sharing. In the morning, students were joined by special people in their lives for Mass celebrated by Fr. Michael and Fr. Noah, a treat, and school-wide bingo. In the afternoon, students worked on a variety of…

On February 28, the County Scripps Spelling Bee was held at Holland Middle School. Corpus Christi was represented by a brother and sister team of OLL parishioners, Sachiel and Sheona Fickel. It came down to the final two: Sachiel and Sheona. Sachiel prevailed and is now moving on to the…

On January 24 we held our Annual Corpus Christi Scripps Spelling Bee. Forty-six total spellers began what would be the longest battle (three hours) in the past 16 years. In the end, we had our three top spellers. The top two will go on to the county level. Sachiel Fickel,…

During September, our parish is focusing on our sister parish in Haiti, Sts. Anne and Joachim. Please check out the narthex display highlighting the various projects we have supported over the years. We will again have a mango tree in the narthex. Please consider taking a mango fruit with the …

Be sure to say “Hello” to the Corpus Christi students who will assist you at the Knights of Columbus fish fries during Lent. Our students have signed up to give of themselves every Friday—aren’t they amazing? In addition, on March 8, CCCS students also led the Stations of the Cross.…

Thank you to everyone who attended Auction With A Twist this past Saturday or supported the event in other ways! We are grateful for your contributions to our Catholic school and Holland-area parishes. May God bless you and continue to bless Corpus Christi Catholic School through your generosity! We also…

We recently had the privilege of having Fr. Michael spend the entire day with us on a Wednesday. He began his day by celebrating Mass with our Corpus Christi community and then visiting with all of the students. Fr. Michael went from classroom to classroom, getting to know the students…

Corpus Christi encourages students to pursue beauty in the arts alongside their quest for truth and goodness. From band and choral music to art classes and drama productions, there are numerous arts opportunities at Corpus Christi that help our students grow into better Christians and more fully integrated human beings.…

We continued our tradition of members of the American Legion coming to our school to speak with students on Veterans Day. This is related to patriotism, one of our virtues of the month. Thank you to all veterans for your service to our country!

By virtue of our Baptismal calling, the Lord is sending each of us to give witness to his saving love. In the Scriptures, we hear over and over how Jesus invited people one by one to follow him. He also invites us to follow him more deeply and, just like…

There’s a lot going on at Mass! How can we possibly keep up with it all? This series is a simple, weekly, step-by-step walk through the Mass. It is intended to help both adults and children to better understand what’s going on in the Church’s liturgical prayer so we can…