* The special collection this weekend is for the Children’s Programs of the Fredericksburg Area Food Bank. Your kindness and generosity in supporting the less fortunate in our community is greatly appreciated. God bless you.

* There will be New Altar Server training on August 6 and 7 from 2-4pm in the church for rising 5th graders and older. If interested, you must contact Chris Lanzarone ahead  of time at clanzarone@stmaryfred. org or 540-373-6491.

* Join us to build up a robust ministry of ushers and greeters. Consider serving the Church in this manner.  Call the office and add your name to the list for the meeting August 29.

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