Upcoming Programs and Events
For additional future programs and events, please see our Parish Calendar.
Coronavirus Update: Important News
This letter was sent to St. Mary of Grace parishioners on Friday, March 13.
One of our values is to care for the most vulnerable in our communities and with the growing number of COVID-19 cases, it is becoming increasingly clear that an important goal is to "flatten the curve" and slow the spread of the virus through social distancing in order to decrease the possibility of overburdening our hospitals so that those in need can get care.
Based on this, we've made the decision to move our worship to an all online/phone format beginning this Sunday, March 15. We will hold Sunday Mass online at 4:00 PM. There will be no in-person worship this week or in future weeks until conditions permit.
Starting on Monday, March 16 we will also be holding a "Check-in and Prayer" service online every weekday evening at 9:00 PM as another way for people to connect with the parish community when we can not be together in person. This will be a brief time be with each other and spend some quiet time with God at the end of the day.
We will be using the Zoom teleconference platform. It's easy to use from a computer, tablet, or phone.
With a computer, tablet, or smartphone: Just click on this link https://zoom.us/j/354928627 If it’s the first time you’re using Zoom you may be prompted to download a launcher app.
With a regular telephone: Dial this number: 1 929 205 6099 US. When prompted, please enter this meeting ID: 354 928 627
Please plan to log on 5-10 minutes before the start time so that you can establish a connection.
As always, Tim and I will be available by phone and email. If you have any prayer or Mass requests or just need to talk, please do contact us. We will be holding you all in prayer.
Have a Blessed Lent and we will see you online,
Mtr. Lyngine and Bp. Tim
One of our values is to care for the most vulnerable in our communities and with the growing number of COVID-19 cases, it is becoming increasingly clear that an important goal is to "flatten the curve" and slow the spread of the virus through social distancing in order to decrease the possibility of overburdening our hospitals so that those in need can get care.
Based on this, we've made the decision to move our worship to an all online/phone format beginning this Sunday, March 15. We will hold Sunday Mass online at 4:00 PM. There will be no in-person worship this week or in future weeks until conditions permit.
Starting on Monday, March 16 we will also be holding a "Check-in and Prayer" service online every weekday evening at 9:00 PM as another way for people to connect with the parish community when we can not be together in person. This will be a brief time be with each other and spend some quiet time with God at the end of the day.
We will be using the Zoom teleconference platform. It's easy to use from a computer, tablet, or phone.
With a computer, tablet, or smartphone: Just click on this link https://zoom.us/j/354928627 If it’s the first time you’re using Zoom you may be prompted to download a launcher app.
With a regular telephone: Dial this number: 1 929 205 6099 US. When prompted, please enter this meeting ID: 354 928 627
Please plan to log on 5-10 minutes before the start time so that you can establish a connection.
As always, Tim and I will be available by phone and email. If you have any prayer or Mass requests or just need to talk, please do contact us. We will be holding you all in prayer.
Have a Blessed Lent and we will see you online,
Mtr. Lyngine and Bp. Tim
Christmas Eve Mass with carols
10:00 PM
"Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord." -Luke 2:10-11
We invite you to join us this Christmas Eve, December 24, to celebrate God's presence and love in our world. Join us in welcoming the birth of Jesus with carols and Eucharist during this service. After Mass, we invite you join us in the church foyer for Christmas cookies and treats.
**Please note: There will be no Mass on December 25.
**Please note: There will be no Mass on December 25.
ADOPT-A-FAMILY
Sunday, December 1 and 8 - Select gifts
Sunday, December 15 - Bring wrapped gifts to church
Stop the Fellowship Hall after Mass and select a gift to bring for a family in need! This year we are buying gifts for Family #9 and will stop by the Fellowship hall on Dec. 1 and 8 to select gifts. Bring your wrapped and labeled gift to church on Sunday, December 15. Also, as in previous years, the parish as a community will be giving a tablet to the family. This year Family #9 has requested a tablet for their 10-year old daughter, Angelina.
SOCK DRIVE
Sunday, December 1 through Christmas Eve
Joanne is collecting socks for the homeless through Advent. Please bring new pairs of socks on Sundays between December 1 and Christmas Eve. Socks are one of the most needed items of clothing for those who are homeless.
WINTER ACCESSORIES CLOTHING COLLECTION
Sunday, December 8 and 15
The UUCDC will be holding a clothing drive to benefit the Clothing Closet at the Media Food Bank Monday, December 9, through Tuesday, December 17. As always the need is great for new or gently used warm coats, hats, gloves, mittens, sweaters, socks, and boots. Please bring your donations and look for signs for the drop-off point at the church for your donation. Bring hats, gloves, and scarves to donate to those who are homeless. We'll drop these off in the clothing bins in the church foyer.
CARMELITE HOUSE MASS
Friday, December 20
7:30 PM
Chapel of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
4830 Osage Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19143
Join us for Mass and a short reflection and discussion on Carmelite spirituality.
Sunday, December 1 and 8 - Select gifts
Sunday, December 15 - Bring wrapped gifts to church
Stop the Fellowship Hall after Mass and select a gift to bring for a family in need! This year we are buying gifts for Family #9 and will stop by the Fellowship hall on Dec. 1 and 8 to select gifts. Bring your wrapped and labeled gift to church on Sunday, December 15. Also, as in previous years, the parish as a community will be giving a tablet to the family. This year Family #9 has requested a tablet for their 10-year old daughter, Angelina.
SOCK DRIVE
Sunday, December 1 through Christmas Eve
Joanne is collecting socks for the homeless through Advent. Please bring new pairs of socks on Sundays between December 1 and Christmas Eve. Socks are one of the most needed items of clothing for those who are homeless.
WINTER ACCESSORIES CLOTHING COLLECTION
Sunday, December 8 and 15
The UUCDC will be holding a clothing drive to benefit the Clothing Closet at the Media Food Bank Monday, December 9, through Tuesday, December 17. As always the need is great for new or gently used warm coats, hats, gloves, mittens, sweaters, socks, and boots. Please bring your donations and look for signs for the drop-off point at the church for your donation. Bring hats, gloves, and scarves to donate to those who are homeless. We'll drop these off in the clothing bins in the church foyer.
CARMELITE HOUSE MASS
Friday, December 20
7:30 PM
Chapel of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
4830 Osage Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19143
Join us for Mass and a short reflection and discussion on Carmelite spirituality.