All 8th grade students in Saint Matthew and Saint Henry Parish are invited to participate in the Catholic Citizenship Essay Contest! Cash prizes will be awarded for the top three essays, and the first-place winner will advance to the regional contest.

This year’s theme is:
The office of the papacy was established by Jesus Christ nearly 2,000 years ago when He chose St. Peter to lead His Church on earth. In an essay of 500–750 words, out of the 267 popes who have led the Catholic Church, who are your three favorite popes and why?

Essays and completed entry forms must be submitted to the Knights of Columbus mailbox at the St. Henry Church office, or by e-mail, no later than Tuesday, October 21, 2025.

Submit by email to: kofc12012@gmail.com

Download the entry form here.