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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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- UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES::
The office will be closed through Aug. 1st. Messages will be checked periodically. Julie will be in the office on Wednesday, July 27th from 10 – 3. Please contact the Rectory for emergencies.
- THE FINANCE COUNCIL:
will hold their next quarterly meeting on Wednesday, July 27th at 5:30 pm in the Pastoral Center. All members please plan to attend. Thank you.
- THE NEXT PARISH EVENT:
will be dinner immediately following the 5 pm Mass on Sat., Aug. 6th in the Pastoral Center. Please bring a dish to pass. Everyone is welcome.
- POHONE NUMBERS/ADDRESSES:
If anyone feels that their information needs to be updated, please email stmarys10@embarqmail.com or call the office 276-228-3104 ASAP, ESPECIALLY if you have dropped your landline and that was the contact number that the office had for you. Please be sure to leave a message. Truly appreciate your help. Some updating will be done during the month of August. Thank you.
- MEN'S RETREAT 2022: PRACTICAL HOLINESS:
Learn the practical lessons of Saint Francis De Sales on how to grow spiritually even amidst life’s many demands. And in his words, “Be who you are… and be that well.” It’s October 7-9 at the beautiful Catholic Conference Center in Hickory NC. Enjoy the Fall colors and the company of other men in a setting ideal for both group discussion and private reflection, with plenty of areas of interest indoors and outside. Along with several thought-provoking talks, they’ll be opportunities for Mass, Adoration, confession, and spiritual direction. Plus a great dining area and well-appointed lodging rooms. Visit www.catholicconference.org/mens-retreat, email info@catholicconference.org, or call 828.327.7441 for more information.
- THE AGAPE FOOD PANTRY
Requested for the second quarter of 2022 is fruit, rice, and peanut butter. Thank you for your continued support.- DOG/CAT FOOD AND CAT LITTER DONATIONS URGENT REQUEST:
: Brother John is having some financial difficulties and requesting some extra donations at this time, food or monetary, to get them through the next couple of months. He is very grateful to all for your continued support. Please pass the word.
- HOPE PACK PROGRAM
We continue to accept donations for the Hope Pack Program in memory of Deacon Charles May. You will find baskets and envelopes for these donations in the gathering space and at the Monroe Street entrance. Please make all checks payable to Hope, Inc and designate in the memo for Hope Packs in memory of Deacon Charles May. Plastic shopping bags continue to be accepted for them to pack the food in for distribution. Thank you for your continued support.
- THE FINANCE COUNCIL: