Area hospitals are experiencing an increase in demand for all blood types. Our next Blood Drive is scheduled for: Saturday 11/7/20 from 8:00am-2:00pm at 30 Benner Road, Red Hook in the Parish Hall (blue awning). Due to the current public health crisis and social distancing rules, donors ARE ENCOURAGED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT by calling 1-800-933-2566 or go online at nybc.org. Don't forget to bring your donor ID card or other ID and wear a mask. Eat well and drink plenty of fluids before donating. Thank you for giving the gift of life!
Want to be part of saving lives? All it takes is your prayers and presence. 40 Days for Life is a life-saving prayer campaign that will be held September 23rd to November 1st. This is a peaceful initiative consisting of forty days of prayer and fasting, peaceful vigil at abortion facilities, and educational outreach with the goal of protecting mothers and their children from abortion. More than 17,000 children have been saved from abortion during 40 Days for Life Campaigns. To learn more, visit www.40daysforlife.com.
Many thanks to Gina and all of the many volunteers from St. Christopher/St. Sylvia and Good Shepherd Parish who helped with our Tag Sale this past weekend! We truly appreciate your hard work, dedication, and teamwork that helped make our parish fundraiser successful. God Bless You!
On Sunday, October 11th at 7 pm we will host our first Parish Movie night at St. Christopher's School, 30 Benner Road. Our featured film will be the new release, "FATIMA". Bring your own popcorn and drink for an enjoyable evening. See you there!
"The Search" is a 7-week program that will help guide you in discovering answers to questions about the meaning and purpose of life. The program will begin on Monday, October 12th at 6:30 pm in St. Christopher's Parish Center. Sign up sheets are in back of the church and in the lobby of the school. Join us for this fascinating adventure!
Our Tag Sale will take place this weekend, OUTSIDE at the St. Christopher School, 30 Benner Road. Friday, September 11th from 9 am-4 pm, Saturday, September 12th from 9 am-3 pm and Sunday, September 13th from 1:30-3:30 pm. For the safety of all, please wear a mask. Credit cards will be accepted.
Due to church restoration projects, all Masses (daily and weekend) will be held in the gymnasium at St. Christopher's School, 30 Benner Road until further notice. First Friday Adoration will take place at the chapel. The church will remain open daily until 6:30 pm for private prayer.
We are in need of volunteers on August 30th at 1:30 pm to help get ready for our upcoming Tag Sale. If you are available to lend a helping hand, please join us at the school (30 Benner Road). Feel free to contact Gina for more information. 845-399-0058
Please be aware that St. Pauly Textiles has temporarily closed our clothing drop-off shed at 30 Benner Road. Please DO NOT drop off clothing at this time. Thank you for your cooperation.
As a precaution to ensure the health and safety of our parish and community, we have made the decision to postpone our annual Basket Bingo Event. It was originally rescheduled for Sunday, October 4, 2020, but will now be postponed to a future date in Spring 2021. Tickets already purchased will be honored on the rescheduled date. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is currently available on Saturdays from 3:30--4:30 pm outside the church. You may also call the rectory office Monday through Friday to schedule a Confession during the week.
The next blood drive is scheduled for Saturday, July 18th in the Parish Center at 30 Benner Road, Red Hook from 8 am -- 2 pm. Your help is urgently needed. There is an increase in demand for all blood types as area hospitals resume elective surgeries. Due to the current public health crisis and social distancing rules, donors MUST MAKE AN APPOINTMENT. To schedule your appointment go to https://donate.nybc.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/272362 or click on the title above for the link. For more information and to answer your questions regarding COVID-19, please visit www.nybc.org/coronavirus. For general inquiries, call 1-800-933-2566 or email donorsupport@nybc.org.
All Sunday Masses are currently being held in the school gymansium at 30 Benner Road (with limited capacity of 25%). The 9:00 am daily Masses are celebrated in the church. Please note: The dispensation is still in place, so you are not obligated to attend Mass. Please use your best judgment. If you decide to attend Mass, you are required to wear a mask and use proper social distancing of six feet or more. Please sit only where ushers indicate and follow the safety measures that will be explained. Thank you for your cooperation.
There will be a Defensive Driving Class on Saturday, July 25th at 8:30 am in the Parish Center. Masks required and space is limited. Please contact Bill Owens to reserve your spot at 845-756-2481.
Please send in your registration now to reserve your spot for September. Catechists are needed for all grade levels. Please contact Ellen Farina, CRE at 845-758-5506.
Mark your calendars! Our Tag Sale will be held September 11th, 12th, and 13th at 30 Benner Road. Collection dates are: Thursday, August 13th 5pm-8pm, Saturday, August 15th from 10am-2pm, Monday, August 17th from 10am-2pm, Thursday, August 20th from 5pm-8pm, Monday, August 24th from 10am-2pm, Thursday, August 27th from 5pm-8pm, and Saturday, August 29th from 10am-2pm. We CANNOT ACCEPT mattresses, older electronics, college books, encyclopedias, single glasses & mugs, picture frames, TVs, baby gear & exercise equipment. If you are interested in volunteering to help with this fundraiser, please contact Gina at 845-399-0058.
Although ushers will take up collections as usual at all the Masses, we encourage all parishioners who have enrolled in online giving with WeShare to please continue. It's a simple and convenient way for you to support our parish. Thank you.