St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Mission Church and the Knights of ColumbusCouncil # 11284 are pleased to announce our Memorial Brick Fundraising Campaign.
St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Mission Catholic Church
123 Chobee Loop, Okeechobee (Buckhead Ridge), Florida 34974
Rev Father Remigious Ssekiranda – Administrator
Building a Legacy of Faith, Prayer, and Remembrance in the Community!
Welcome to our Memorial Prayer Garden Brick Program, a fundraising initiative to support our church’s ongoing mission to the community by creating an outdoor space for reflection and prayer.
Our Church’s Mission StatementOur goal is to provide continued support to the community and to create a sacred and tranquil outdoor prayer space that inspires faith, provides comfort to grieving families, honors the memory of loved ones, and strengthens and supports our community’s connection to God.
Through the generosity of our parishioners, families, and supporters, the Memorial Prayer Garden will become a lasting symbol of faith, hope, remembrance, and stewardship for generations to come.
Our Memorial Prayer Garden Project will be a
Place for Prayer, Reflection, Remembrance, and Legacy in Stone for all Generations
The Memorial Prayer Garden will be located between our Church and Parish Hall and will serve as a peaceful outdoor sanctuary for prayer and meditation.
The garden is being designed as a sacred space where visitors can:
- Remember loved ones who have passed away
- Offer prayers and petitions of faith
- Spend quiet time with God
- Find comfort during times of grief
- Reflect on God’s Blessings and Grace
- A construction of the beautiful Marian Grotto featuring the Blessed Virgin Mary
- A stunning Memorial Cross created from donor-engraved red memorial bricks (Limited to 88 bricks)
- Prayer benches for meditation and reflection
- Landscaped gardens and walkways
- A peaceful setting for outdoor prayer and spiritual renewal
The Memorial Prayer Garden will remain open to all members of our community seeking peace, comfort, and prayer.
Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council #11284 for St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Mission Catholic Church
This program offers families, parishioners, friends, and supporters an opportunity to leave a lasting tribute while helping build our new Memorial Prayer Garden—a sacred outdoor sanctuary dedicated to prayer, remembrance, reflection, and peace.
“Every Engraved Brick tells a story.
Every donation strengthens our mission. Every prayer offered in this garden will be a reminder of Faith, Compassion, and Generosity of those who helped make it possible. Together, we are building a lasting legacy for future generations.”
