Happy Thanksgiving OMGC 2020
Wishing an incredibly Happy Thanksgiving to the whole OMGC Family. I know this year has been extremely difficult. With COVID-19 lurking around, reduced Mass attendance and general economic hardship things have not been so easy but that does not mean we are not thankful. We have family, friends, community support, binge watching your favorite shows and so on. The list can be as endless as we are. My point is we need to be creative during these times and see the goodness in what we have. So, times are tough but I know when it comes down to brass tacks, I'm thankful for a lot and I wouldn't want to be anywhere else or live anywhere else but right here in Blasdell, NY, USA!
While the weekend Mass Schedule may be suspended for a bit and the Rectory Office is closed, the Breeze Way is open from 8:00 am until about 3:00 pm all week. Should you stop in, you will find the bulletin and a copy of the Seasonal Missalette. Feel free to take one to keep at home with you. I find they help when watching Mass on TV or your computer.
God Bless and again, Have a Very Happy Thanksgiving! -Fr. Rob
While the weekend Mass Schedule may be suspended for a bit and the Rectory Office is closed, the Breeze Way is open from 8:00 am until about 3:00 pm all week. Should you stop in, you will find the bulletin and a copy of the Seasonal Missalette. Feel free to take one to keep at home with you. I find they help when watching Mass on TV or your computer.
God Bless and again, Have a Very Happy Thanksgiving! -Fr. Rob
Weekend Masses Cancelled
Due to the most recent COVID concerns, weekend masses at Our Mother of Good Counsel are CANCELLED until further notice! We will continue to hold weekday masses as long as the attendance stays below 25 people. Please continue to watch this website for further information going forward!
You can view a list of masses that are live-streamed around the Diocese by clicking the following link: www.buffalodiocese.org/livestreams
You can view a list of masses that are live-streamed around the Diocese by clicking the following link: www.buffalodiocese.org/livestreams
Christmas is Right Around the Corner!
Are you looking for a great gift idea or stocking stuffer? Look no further than our six-month lottery calendars! For only $15.00 a ticket you can give your family members and friends a chance to win every day of the week for six months! Proceeds of the sale benefit OMGC Parish Capital Campaign. Due to COVID concerns there won't be any in person ticket sales, please call the rectory at 716-822-2360 to purchase your Christmas gifts today!
The Great 2020 Poinsettia Flower Sale
Once again this year, the Family Faith Formation Program will be selling Christmas Poinsettias not only for your Home but also for the altar so that you may honor the memory of the loved ones that have gone before us! Order forms can be found below as well as next to the bulletins in the hallway of Church. All order forms are due by November 29th. You can return them in an envelope in the mail slot of the rectory!
SVDP TREE OF GIVING
In past years, we have relied on the generosity of OMGC parishioners to ensure a Merry Christmas for those less fortunate. This year we are asking for your generosity and cooperation. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic we will NOT be allowed to collect clothes, toys, or other material goods. In addition, we are NOT allowed to accept cash or checks.
Instead, we ask that you buy gift cards in any denomination you are comfortable with. We need food and clothing cards so that the families can go out and do their own shopping. You can place your gift cards in an envelope labeled St. Vincent de Paul and put them in the mail slot of the rectory over the next two weekends.
We have adopted 17 children and their families. SVDP will be making a substantial donation to enhance your gifts.
Collection dates will be as follows:
November 21st and 22nd
November 28th and 29th
Instead, we ask that you buy gift cards in any denomination you are comfortable with. We need food and clothing cards so that the families can go out and do their own shopping. You can place your gift cards in an envelope labeled St. Vincent de Paul and put them in the mail slot of the rectory over the next two weekends.
We have adopted 17 children and their families. SVDP will be making a substantial donation to enhance your gifts.
Collection dates will be as follows:
November 21st and 22nd
November 28th and 29th
myEoffering
Our thoughts and prayers are always with all of our parishioners and our community in Blasdell during our Pandemic. We have missed seeing all of you during Mass and our various parish activities. As you can imagine, this Pandemic has also put a financial strain on our parish. To help alleviate some of our financial burden, we have partnered with an online giving platform called myEoffering. Signing up is very easy. You can either use your smart phone to scan the square code below or click on the button below and it will take you to the website to create your account. As always, if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call the parish rectory for more information.
Scan this image with your smart phone!
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Click this link to take you to the website to create your account!
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Tuesday Zoom Rosary
Join members of the parish every Tuesday night at 7pm via the zoom link below to pray the Rosary!
http://zoom.us/j/99563413050
http://zoom.us/j/99563413050
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Our Mother of Good Counsel Faith Community welcomes ALL who wish to be a part of our Parish Family! Please contact the Parish Office during business hours to register and complete an OMGC Census form.
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Parish Location:
3688 South Park Ave, Blasdell, NY 14219 (716)822-2630 |