Little Bearers of Hope

by Luke Joseph Santos, Contributor

The day we had all been waiting for finally arrived! The KOA Convention 2024 brought together aspiring altar servers from elementary schools for a day filled with fun, faith, and fellowship. Although only four parishes showed up, the event was still a huge success in its own way.

Even with though only four parishes were present, the energy was amazing! We had a variety of activities that allowed us to connect with one another and learn more about our roles as altar servers. An activity called, “Amazing Grace”, mixed different altar servers to challenge their knowledge as an altar server of the Church. The seminarians were super friendly and engaged with us throughout the day. They shared their experiences and offered advice, making it a truly special experience for everyone involved.

One of the highlights was the chance to meet new friends from different parishes. It was great to see how we all share the same passion for serving at the altar, even if we come from different places. Everyone was smiling, laughing, and enjoying the day together.

The seminarians, who were the organizers, did a fantastic job, and I could tell they were grateful for the parishes that participated. They reminded us that even though we were a small group, our enthusiasm and commitment to our faith made the day meaningful.

As the convention wrapped up, I left feeling inspired and excited about my role as an altar server. I can’t wait to take what I learned back to my parish and share it with others. The KOA Convention 2024 may not have had a big turnout, but it brought us closer together and strengthened our faith. I’m looking forward for next year and hope even more parishes will join us!