Published February 17. 2021 05:34PM
St. Peter Roman Catholic Church, 4 S. Fifth St., is collecting food for Coplay Food Bank during Lent, which is Feb. 17-April 3. Donation containers are located in the church’s vestibule for your convenience.
The church also holds Operation Rice Bowl during Lent.
Operation Rice Bowl began in 1975 by the Catholic Relief Services to raise funds for the poor in Africa. Because of its success, the initiative has developed over the years to assist the poor worldwide.
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Coplay Sports continues its 2021 sign-ups for baseball and softball. The last dates are noon-2 p.m. Feb. 20 and March 6 and 6-8 p.m. March 13.
Sign-ups are at the Coplay Sports clubhouse, 200 Maple St., or online at coplaysports.org.
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Per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, wear a mask when outside, socially distance at least 6 feet, wash your hands frequently, avoid large gatherings and get a vaccine unless contraindicated. This is for your safety and the safety of others.
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