About Us

Mission

“Rooted in the love of Christ and the legacy of Saint John Paul II, we’re walking with students on a renewed path of faith, formation, and fellowship.”

Vision

“Inspiring college students to love Christ and live boldly for Him.”

Meet the Team

A bearded man with a shaved head, wearing a dark buttoned shirt, smiles slightly while standing in front of a neutral, light-colored background.

Rev. Phillip R. Szabo

A woman wearing glasses and a green blouse smiles in a kitchen, holding three black cooking utensils: a spoon, a pasta server, and a spatula. Dark wood cabinets and an oven are visible in the background. Molly Simonton
I am the youngest of five children raised by devout Catholic parents. During the pivotal and often socially challenging middle school years, I had the privilege of attending Catholic grade school, made possible through the financial support of my maternal grandmother, for which I remain deeply grateful. After moving to West Virginia, I found a spiritual home at Blessed Sacrament in South Charleston. Through the warmth and guidance of this community, and under the mentorship of Fr. John Finnell, my husband embraced the Catholic faith and converted in 2011. Since our sons’ baptism in 2009, we have been actively involved in parish life, cherishing the opportunity to grow together in faith as a family.

Ministry House Photos

A suburban street with two houses, one brick and one light-colored, each with a driveway and front lawn. A white sign is posted on the grass near the sidewalk. Trees and a detached garage are in the background.

“It is Jesus that you seek when you dream of happiness.” John Paul II
— World Youth Day, 2000