July Monthly Bulletin & More

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Dear Parishioners,
The week of July 3rd through July 8th, Fr. George will be away representing our Church at the Archdiocesan Clergy-Laity Conference in New York, and Fr. Costa will be assisting at our St. Stephen's Summer Camp at the Diakonia Retreat Center. If there should arise any type of pastoral emergency during this time, Fr. Anton Frunza from the parish of  St. George in High-Point has graciously offered to be available to assist. His direct phone number is (810) 869-1396.

Father George's summer vacation will be from July 11th - July 21st.  If any emergencies should arise during this time, please call Father Costa at (336) 399-4655.




Volunteer Opportunity
An IOCC home rebuild volunteer opportunity is suddenly available and under development for August 7-13 in Maryland. Housing at the old Coast Guard Station is provided. NO EXPERIENCE OR SKILL is required, just your heart and hands.
Call Dr. Mike Olympio immediately (co-team leader) at 336-918-2132 for information.

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