News, September 13th, 2019
Below you will find information about what is going on at and around St. Mary the Mother of God Parish recently. Please feel free to contact the parish office if you have something that should be added to our News page. And, if you have any questions, feel free to contact the parish office at 276-228-3104.
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- THE AGAPE FOOD PANTRY
: For the 3rd quarter, cereal and canned beans are requested. Thank you for your continued support.
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THE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER
has continued needs. There is a bin in the gathering space with the list posted above or if you can help in other ways please call 276-228-3522. Thank you.- CHILDREN’S LITURGY
CHILDREN’S LITURGY
- DEACON CHARLES
will be attending his Convocation Thurs., Sept. 19th – Sat., Sept. 21st. During this time please contact the office manager for emergencies.
- CONTINUED DONATIONS REQUESTED
for dog and cat food for the rescued animals at Brother John and Sister Mary Ellen’s kennels. Requesting only dry food and no treats or can food please. Their finicky cats prefer Meow Mix food and they truly appreciate your continued support. Please leave all donations at the Monroe Street entrance.
- ANNUAL LADIES RETREAT:
Please mark your calendars! The annual retreat has been set for Sat., Oct. 5th with Melanie Coddington to be held in the Pastoral Center from 9:30 – 3:00, lunch provided. It is free to all who are interested. More information to follow.
- HOPE PACK PROGRAM:
: Hope Inc. is very appreciative of your continued support. Please remember to make your checks payable to Hope, Inc, with Hope Pack Jars in the memo and include in the jars. PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT SCHOOL HAS BEGUN AND ALL SUPPORT IS GREATLY APPRECIATED! They are packing 850 food bags each week for 18 schools. Thank you!
- FATHER BERNIE
is now on his annual trip home to the Philippines, has arrived safely, and will be gone the month of September. Father Les Schmidt will be presiding over all weekend Liturgies during that time. There will be no Friday Liturgies through Oct. 4. If you would like or need a Mass Intention scheduled during the time that Fr. Les is here, please plan to give cash or make checks payable to Father Les Schmidt. Thank you.
- ABINGDON KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS PUTT PUTT TOURNAMENT:
Everyone is invited and (everyone can play) in the upcoming putt putt tournament on Sun., Sept. 29th at 2:30 pm at the Bristol Putt Putt. Four person teams-Bring the family, another couple, come as individuals, just show up. Goodie bags and a meal included with the entry fee of $70 for 4 people. Also, something special for all the kids. If you can’t make it, be a hole sponsor and support the Knights. For more information contact Nicky Zuber @ 276-920-4288 or by email nickyzuber@comcast.net. Please pray for good weather, never too soon to begin praying for that. Hope to see you all there.
- UPCOMING SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION:
This is the deadline time as classes need to begin soon!!! To all families of the parish with young children that will be needing preparation for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist: If you have a child that is in the 2nd grade and is or will be 7 years old during this school year and are interested in sacramental preparation, please contact Deacon Charles @ 223-8217 or the office at your earliest convenience. The classes will begin SOON. At the first class Thank you for your urgent consideration in this matter.
- THE OPEN DOOR CAFÉ
is continuing to do well. It is open to the public and “pay what you can.” The meals are good, and all donations help keep the doors open. If you may be interested in volunteering, ask at the front counter when you go in. They also offer tokens that you can buy that you can give as random acts of kindness to someone you may know or come across that needs a hot meal. Hours are Mon. – Fri. 11am – 2pm and dinner on Wed. 5 -7pm. You can find more information and menus at info@opendoorcafewytheville.org. It is located at 650 W. Main Street, next door to Hope Inc.
- CHILDREN’S LITURGY
- 2019 ANNUAL DIOCESAN APPEAL: Building Our Family of Faith:
Thank you to all of our parishioners who have contributed their support to the 2019 Annual Diocesan Appeal. To date, we have raised $6,396.50 on a target of $6,350.00 putting us at 100.73% of our goal vs. raised target. (these are updated figures) The parish goal vs. collected target is at 79.50% so please remember to keep sending in your pledges. A reminder that the parish does receive a percentage of your donation/pledge back in tax-free funds. You can also donate securely online, as well as learn more about the ministries the Appeal supports, by visiting richmondcatholicfoundation.org/giving/annual-appeal/. Please be sure to list St. Mary the Mother of God Parish so that this parish is credited for your donation.