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THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
PARISH OFFICE CLOSED
The Parish Office will be closed on Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th. We will reopen on Monday, December 1st at 8:30am.
The entire Parish Staff wishes you and your family a Blessed Thanksgiving!
On Thanksgiving Day, November 27th, there will be no 8:15am Mass and no Adoration & Reconciliation. We thank you for your understanding.
GREAT TURNOUT AT OUR CHRIST THE KING PROCESSION!
Thank you all who participated in last Sunday's Christ the King Procession. It was a beautiful day in Castro Valley with fellow parishioners of all ages from both our parishes, walking in unity & adoring the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist!
HOW YOU CAN HELP THOSE IN NEED
THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL COAT & BLANKET DRIVE
Until December 31st
Vincent de Paul will be collecting coats (men’s, women’s and children’s - new and gently used) and blankets. As winter approaches, many in our community do not have the resources necessary to purchase these items. This is true not only for those who are unhoused, but also for families who cannot afford to keep their homes heated. We all know what PG&E bills look like during the winter. You will find collection barrels at the Somerset and parking lot sides of the church, along with one in the Parish Office.
May God bless you for your continued generosity!
Do you know someone that could use help for the holidays? Please have them call the SVdP help line at 510-707-8988. From our Conference to you and your family—Happy Thanksgiving and a blessed holiday season!
FESCO ADOPT-A-FAMILY
Beginning This Weekend
Our Lady of Grace is participating in the FESCO Adopt-a-Family event again this year. Ornaments are on the trees located at the back of the church. When you take an ornament, be sure to write your name and phone number on one half—tear it off and place it in the basket. The portion you keep will list a first name, age and gift idea for a FESCO client. Please return your wrapped gifts or gift cards to the Parish Office by Monday,
December 8th. If you have any questions, please contact the OLG FESCO representative, Chris Ippolito at christineippolito@comcast.net or call 510-343-4876.
POST-ACUTE PATIENTS IN NEED OF DONATIONS
St. Vincent de Paul and OLG Faith Formation are requesting donations of new toiletries, hats, scarves, socks, slippers, and pajamas to be given as gifts this Christmas to residents of a post-acute healthcare facility in Castro Valley. Donation bins are at the Somerset side of the church, the Parish Office, and Stack Center. Thank you for your kindness and support!
GET WELL WISHES FOR FR. RAPHAEL
If you would like to give a get-well card for Fr. Raphael, please bring it to the Parish Office or place it in the mail slot. We will make sure Fr. Raphael gets them. Unfortunately, visitors to the hospital are not allowed at this time. Thank you all for your continued prayers.
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ST. VINCENT de PAUL MONTHLY DONATIONS
November 30th
Members of St. Vincent de Paul will be accepting your generous donations at the church entrances after the Masses this Sunday. May God bless you for your support!
PARISH OFFICE CLOSED
The Parish Office will be closed on Friday, December 5th. We will reopen on Monday, December 8th at 8:30am. We thank you for your understanding.
1st FRIDAY EXPOSITION & BENEDICTION
December 5th
All are invited to join us after the 8:15am Mass for Exposition and Benediction of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
ELECTRONIC GIVING
For your convenience and to support faithful weekly giving, Our Lady of Grace Parish offers you the opportunity to contribute to the Church using your credit card as well as automatic payments from your checking or savings account. You control the frequency of your giving and you may print reports at any time. These options are safe, secure and convenient. You can easily access and set up your giving choice here on our website through Online Giving.
TEXT TO GIVE
We now offer Text to Give--text the dollar amount you would like to give to 510-513-4597. For example, if you wanted to donate $45, you would text 45 to 510-513-4597. When you use text to give for the first time, you will need to set up an account with your phone number.
BEWARE OF EMAIL & TEXT SCAMS
PHISHING is an attack that attempts to steal your money, or your identity, by getting you to reveal personal information--such as credit card numbers, bank information, or passwords. Cybercriminals typically pretend to be reputable companies, friends, or acquaintances in a fake message, which contains a link to a phishing website.
OLG would NEVER solicit funds through any electronic means. If you do receive one of these texts or emails and are unsure, DO NOT OPEN IT and report these to Jay at 510-537-0806. God Bless and be safe!
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Thank you for your generosity!
