News, March 17th, 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 1st quarter of 2019, soup and macaroni & cheese 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.
- 2019 LENTEN ACTIVITIES
Wed., Mar. 20th; a soup supper hosted by the Knights of Columbus will be held at 6:00 pm. The program titled “The Mass” by Bishop Barron will be presented by Deacon Charles immediately following. There will be some discussion time offered at the end of the program. The program is a series that continues each week. Stations of the Cross will be prayed on Fri., Mar. 22nd at 6:00 pm. Everyone is welcome to all Lenten Activities. Also, please mark your calendars, new this year; a Fish Fry, hosted by the Pastoral Council, will be held on Friday, April 12th from 5-7 pm in the Pastoral Center. Cost: $7 per adult plate, $4 children 12 and under, 5 and under eat free.
- HOPE PACK PROGRAM:
THE JARS ARE OUT. Hope Inc. is very appreciative of your continued support. They are packing 825 bags per week. ONCE AGAIN THIS WILL BE THE FOCUS OF THE PARISH’ ALMSGIVING DURING THIS LENTEN SEASON.
- THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
in conjunction with St. Mary’s Parish Council, proudly announce the 4th annual Golf Classic, hosted by the Wytheville Golf Club. 4-person teams will compete in a Captain’s choice/Best ball format. Teams are $300, with several divisions to choose from. Hole sponsors are available for businesses, families or memorials. There are several package deals available. See you insert for more details.
- 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.
- 2019 LENTEN ACTIVITIES
- THE APRIL SOCIAL EVENT:
: which was dinner on Sat., Apr. 6th has been cancelled due to the Lenten soup suppers being held on Wed. evenings. The next event is scheduled for Sun., May 5th which will be breakfast following the 9 am Liturgy.
- 2019 ANNUAL DIOCESAN APPEAL: Building Our Family of Faith:
: Welcome to the 2019 Appeal. With the goal of over $3.2 million, the 2019 Appeal will provide critical funding to three key areas: Advancing Social Justice, Cultivating Catholic Leadership and Empowering Parish Communities. We look forward to sharing with you more about the Appeal and its impact beginning next weekend. Most of you should have received a letter from Bishop Knestout asking for your support of the 2019 Annual Diocesan Appeal. It is our sincere hope that you will answer our Bishop’s request and make a generous pledge to this effort. The first In-Pew Weekend will be held next weekend.
- "LITTLE BLACK BOOKS”
are once again available to everyone offering daily meditations for this Lenten season. They begin this Sunday. They are located at the Monroe Street entrance and in the gathering space. One book per family please.
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