The final drop off for the Marine Corp. Toys for Tots Program is December 10th. Their Toy Box is sitting in the Commons, and your unwrapped new gifts are much appreciated. One of the best ways to make sure these Cherokee County children are remembered is through a check made out to “Toys for Tots”. You can give the check to Bob Schmitt or to Gail Maloof at the church office. Please put your donation in an envelope clearly marked “Toys for Tots” in the weekend collection basket. Your continued generosity is a hallmark of your Christian Love.

A two-part performance will be presented by the Cherokee County Women's Community Choir and a men's barbershop chorus at Little Brasstown Baptist Church at 7 PM on Sunday, December 2nd and again at St. William at 7 PM on Sunday, December 9th. Prelude starts at 6:45 PM. There is no charge to attend this celebration of our Savior's birth.

The IHM Community Choir will perform a Christmas Concert on Saturday, December 15th at 1:30 in the Sanctuary. The choir will perform the cantata "Come to Bethlehem" with orchestra. In addition, there will be special guest musicians performing your holiday favorites. All are welcome!

The Annual Ladies Guild Christmas Luncheon is at Haney's Restaurant in Peachtree. The cost is $15 for a lunch, drink, dessert, tax and tip. There is a signup sheet on the bulletin board in the Commons to make your luncheon selection. All ladies of the Parish are invited to attend this fun event. For more information, please contact Sandy Hoffer at 828-644-0729.

The Men's Club is treating us to a fabulous brunch prepared by the Brunch Master Chef, Don Stillwagon. Join fellow parishioners after the 11 AM Mass as we kick off the holiday season. A free-will offering would be appreciated.

Little Blue Books are available on the table in the Commons in front of the sacristy. Please be sure to pick up your copy. This is an excellent companion for your Christmas journey.

The weekend of December 8/9 there will be a second collection for the elderly Catholic sisters, brothers and religious order priest, many of whom have served in our Parishes, schools, and hospitals - and often for little to no pay. Please consider your gift for those who have served us faithfully over the years.

Offertory envelopes for 2019 will no longer be mailed quarterly. Annual envelope boxes will be shipped to the office at the end of this month, and will be available for pick up during the month of December. The parish office will follow up with parishioners regarding envelope boxes that are not picked up by the end of December.

Stewardship will meet Monday at 10AM followed by Evangelization at 11:30AM. All are invited to join us in the Commons and learn about our work in the Mission Field.

Brown Bag Fatima Series will continue this Tuesday at 11:30AM in the Commons. Our topic for this session is: Fatima: the great sign and World War II. All are invited.

Our traditional Parish Thanksgiving Dinner will take place on Sunday, November 18th after the 11AM Mass. Turkey, stuffing, potatoes and gravy will be provided. A sign up sheet is on the Bulletin Board in the Commons for side dishes. Bring your favorite side dish and join fellow parishioners in thanksgiving for all of God’s gifts to us.

The Parish Office will close at noon on Wednesday November 21st for Thanksgiving and will re-open at 8AM on Monday November 26th.

DSA and Priest Retirement Second Collections. In order to reach the assessment goals for DSA and Priest Retirement, the members of the Finance and Parish Councils have scheduled second collections for the following weekend: December 15-16 DSA and/ or Priest Retirement. Your continued support will help us reach our goals. Thank you

Ladies of St. William and IHM: Come join the fun at our annual Christmas Ornament Exchange and Luncheon on Monday, December 3rd from 11:30AM to 3PM in the Fellowship Hall at IHM. Bring a Christmas ornament to exchange, a ($) donation for Sr. Terry’s Christmas ministry, and a dish to share for the luncheon. There is a signup sheet in the Narthex (IHM) and in the Commons (St. William). If you have any questions, please contact Jeannine McNeill, (828) 321-4064 or Joanne Moore (828) 361-5046.

Annulments. Bishop Jugis has appointed Don Cattaneo as the Advocate for St. William and IHM. Anyone who wants information or has a question about Annulments, please contact Don at 828-835-3413.

Liturgical Ministers are needed for the All Saints Day Mass on Thursday, November 1st at 12 Noon. You can share your ministry by signing up on the sheet posted on the Bulletin Board.

The Book of Life is in the Commons on the Lectern outside the Sacristy for all to write the names of deceased family and friends. If you have previously inscribed names in the Book, you do not have to do it again. The Book will be on the altar the month of November, and those in the Book will be remembered at all Masses. November is a special month set aside to remember our loved ones who have gone before us.

Bereavement will meet Wednesday at 1PM in the Glen Mary Building. These sessions are meant to be a comfortable, casual and confidential setting for all who are suffering or feel lost to listen and share your thoughts and feelings.

St. Vincent de Paul Annual Italian Fund Raising Dinner. Our annual gala will take place Friday, September 28th at 6PM in the Sr. Terry Martin Fellowship Hall. Join us for great food, entertainment, adult beverages and a 50/50 raffle. Tickets are $25 each and will be available closer to the date. Please join us for a great evening while helping us help others. “Ci vediamo li.”

The fun starts at 5PM out at the Pavilion, and all you have to bring is your dancing shoes! Music will be provided by our very own DJ David Mastifino! You will feast on your choice of grilled hamburgers, hotdogs or chicken sandwich and sides with your choice of soft drinks, water and tea. You may also bring your own beer or wine only. If you have not signed up, please call the parish office. We are trying to get as accurate a count as possible for the food. Mass on Friday will be at 4PM, followed by the Divine Mercy Chaplet.