Cathy Manzo SPN/SA, 373-5216 |
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"ALAMEDA CATHOLIC TEENS IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD" is a ministry that reaches out to the Teens in Alameda. Part of the Youth Ministry program of St. Philip Neri – St. Albert the Great! Download the Confirmation Packet HERE!
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Greta Rosenberger, MDiv/MA SPN, 373-5217 |
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Each of us, as Baptized Catholic Christians received the gift of Faith in our Baptism. As Baptized Catholic Christians, we are stewards of this great gift of Faith. We nurture our faith through Bible studies, prayer groups, lecture series, workshops and other ongoing faith formation opportunities.
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Dee Connolly SPN, 917-2165 |
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This ministry makes the holidays brighter for many people. Parishioners take ornaments placed on the giving tree and brings back the gifts with the ornaments attached. The beneficiaries are those really in need at the Mercy Center, St. Vincent de Paul,, Womens's Shelter and the HIV-Aids patients.
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Chris Kanady @ SPN, 521-4149 Helen Ordinario @ SA, 769-1148 |
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This ministry is a unique opportunity for our young girls and boys (4th grade - High school) to engage the Mass on a deeper level. Our altar servers become familiar with the parts of the Mass, the dignity of the Mass and their own role in helping the priest lead the assembly in the highest prayer of the Church Our altar servers learn to respect God, His Church, the Ministers and the people of God in the community.
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Pastor @ SPN/SA, 373-5201 Associate @ SPN/SA, 373-5202 |
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The pastoral care of the Sick and dying enables sick and homebound parishioners to receive the Sacrament of the Sick, the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and/or the Sacrament fo the Eucharist. I the parish priests are not available at the direct number please call the parish main number and select the emergency option.
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Kris and Frank Matarese SPN, 522-1144 |
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Asuchililo is a small village in El Salvador, Central America that is extremely poor. The Ministry of "Asuchillo" to our sister parish has provided the people of that village with working, clean running water, a new church and most recently we are focusing on providing the funds necessary for children to attend Middle school and High School.
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Jessica Velasquez SPN/SA, 769-6300 |
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Registered parents who intent to baptize their child are first interviewed by the parish priest. The Baptism preparation class is to prepare parents and godparents for the the baptism of their child.New Cathechists are welcome and training is provided.
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Margaret Mariani SPN, 373 5230 |
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Our weekly Bingo (Tuesday evenings from 6:00PM - 9:00 PM) is a great way to get to know people in our community, have some fun and support our parish shool. Please contact Margaret Mariani for an opportunity to volunteer.
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Rick Jones SPN, 521-1170 |
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Troop 78, the Boy scout program builds mature, confident and dedicated youth in the community; offering them opportunities to achieve great accomplishments which they will carry with them for a lifetime.
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Teri Kinzel SPN, 410-5733 |
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Under the patronage of the Blessed Mother the Catholic Daughters of Americas are united by their faith in Jesus in their devotion to the Church and the Holy See. The CDA motto is "Unity and Charity".
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Tom Lewellyn SA, 865-8341 |
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Lectio Divina is a slow, contemplative praying of the scriptures. (1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 7:30PM in the St. Albert's Rectory) Time set aside in a special way for lectio divina enables us to discover in our daily life an underlying spiritual rhythm.
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Jesus Romero SPN/SA, 373-5218 |
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This ministry is offered to childen ages four to nine. They sit with their families in church when they first arrive. Prior to the readings they are led to the rectory basement by adult leaders. They follow the readings from the lectionary for children and participate in the related activities.
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Jesus Romero SPN/SA, 373-5218 |
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The faith formation of our children is essential, and the CFF program in our parishes is a priority. In this program the catechists meet with and catechizes Catholic children who attend public schools. We meet every Sunday morning at 10:15AM, from mid September - mid May. There is an ongoing need for classroom aids, substitutes and support staff.
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Cathy Manzo SPN/SA, 373-5216 |
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This is a two year program open to all teens in the 8th, 9th and 10th grade. Teens in this program are also invited to be part of the ACTION youth ministry program. Download the Confirmation Packet HERE!
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Henry Ramos SPN, 865-1374 |
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SPN has been supporting Cub Scouts since 1978. With various activities the young boys learn to reach out through different programs to those in need while growing in leadership and maturity.
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Roberta Shomon SPN, 521-4478 |
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DOFT - is an extention of the lay apostolate developed by the lay apostle, "Anne". It is a faith renewal program based on the eight-book collection entitled "The Volumes". Interesed individuals may join to experience the graces, the wisdom and the direction in these volumes.
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Mary Ann Bachmann SPN, 373-5215 |
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Our Parish offer a simple and safe method of making offertory contributions via automatic payment program. It is simple, but you need to fill the EFT form available at the office.
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Mary Reiser @ SPN, 522-4577 Maria Femminis @ SA, 522-4577 |
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Celebrated each first Friday, the adoration extends from 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM and is concluded by Benediction. Volunteers sign up in advance, and make a commitment to spend some time before the Blessed Sacrament.
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Greta Rosenberger SPN, 373-5217 |
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It is a community building team from the inside out through various projects and events. Runs the parish lending library, the Welcome Wine and Cheese for new parishioners and additional educational and social events.
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John and Jan Rosa SPN/SA, 523-1369 |
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This is a six week marriage preparation program for couples preparing for marriage. Gatherings are two hour sessions, one evening a week for six weeks. This is an opportunity for engaged couples to question, examine and deepen the marital relationshiip with each other and with God.
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Nancy Fiebelkorn @ SPN, 522-1612 Helen Ordinario @ SA, 769-1148 |
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Eucharistic Ministers are lay persons who have received all three sacraments of initiation. Their role is to minister the Body and Blood of Chirist to the assembly at the celebrations. Training is required and classes are offered periodically throughout the year.
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Joan Harris @ SPN, 865-6544 Helen Ordinario @ SA, 769-1148 |
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The Eucharistic Ministry to the homebound and nursing homes is awonderful way to stay in touch with members of our parish community who are unable to attend the liturgies. Training is required and classes are offered periodically throughout the year.
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Nick Pereira SA 522-1498 |
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This committee helps the pastor with facilities issues and proposes reccomendations concerning repairs and maintenance.
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Greg Falkner SPN/SA, 814-0404 |
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The Finance Council assists the Pastor in the administration of the temporal goods of the parish. Appointed by the pastor, the committe prepares the annual parish budgets, monitors the financial position of the parish and submits annual financial report to the community.
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Anne Gooch SPN/SA, 373-5218 |
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Preparation for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist is a two-year program. It is customary that children begin prepartation for the sacraments in the first grade and receive the sacraments in the second grade. Sacramental preparation for older children is also provided.
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Yovanne Yildrim @ SPN, 332-4365 Jessica Catano @ SPN, 636-1689 Patrick Russi @ SPN, 337-1952 |
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The Annual Fun Fair held in September in one of the major undraiser that supports urparish and school. Organized by families and run by volunteers, ths becomes a great moment in community building.
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Pastor @ SPN/SA, 373-5201 Associate @ SPN/SA, 373-5202 |
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The faith of the Christian community in the resurrection of the dead brings support and strength to those who suffer the loss of those whom they love. At the time of death, please contact the parish. The family will be involved in the planning of the funeral rites.
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Greta Rosenberger SPN, 373-5217 |
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Our Hospitality teams provide donuts, coffee and fruit every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month for the 9:00AM Mass at St. Philip Neri. Please join us! We are looking for volunteers.
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Jennifer Lisanti SPN, 748-0620 |
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There are several active groups including Daisy, Brownie, Junior and Cadette scouts affiliated with SPN-SA. Participation begins in kindergarten. Volunteer opportunities are available.
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Fred Murray @ SPN, 522-6727 Mary Lee @ SA, 521-8925 |
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They are the ones who make you feel at home when you come to the church for any celebration. Smiling, happy and hospitable members are needed at every Celebration to greet as they come to worship with our community.
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Pat Pasquinelli SPN, 522-6215 |
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The ICF branch 10 is a family oriented, non-profit fraternal organization dedicated to promoting activities that build family spirit and bring together men an women of all ages. ICF is great example of the laity's participation in the apostolic mission of the Catholic Church.
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Michael Dougherty SPN, 522-4747 |
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The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic men's fraternal organization. It's purpose is to provide spiritual support and development to its members and to aid the parish and the community through various works of charity and fundraising activities. Enrollement open to men 18 or older.
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Sally Lancaster SPN, 521-5508 |
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The members , in response to a special call from God, freely and deliberately promise to live the evangelica life in the spirit of the Carmelite Order and under its direction.
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Sue Hansen-Heeg @ SPN, 682-5186 Helen Ordinario @ SA, 769-1148 |
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A Lector is one who is called to proclaim the Word of God at the Eucharist and at other liturgical celebrations. Training is provided and they serve on a schedule coordinating with the ministry in charge.
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Hermie Camerino SA, 769-2953 |
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This is a lay organization and the members serve the church on a voluntary basis throughout the world. The members participate in the life of the parish through visitation of families, the sick, both in their homes an in hospitals.
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With the mission to enhance the spiritual life of our parish through preparation and coordination of its liturgies, this committee studies the liturgical documents of the church as they find the right ways to impliment it in the community through the celebrations.
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Greta Rosenberger SPN, 373-5217 |
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Started to provide spiritual support to mothers of young children, they gather for fellowship, prayer and studying the Gospel.
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Greta Rosenberger SPN, 373-5217 |
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Every Monday evening at 7:00PM we gather in the Children's Chapel at SPN for silent prayer, rosary and relection on the coming week's gospel. Join us! We would love to meet you and have you join us for prayer!
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JaNet Hancock SPN/SA, 373-5219 |
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Individuals, adults, youth or children with a common bond - a Love for music. Their sacrifice and dedication to share their talents with the community makes our liturgies more solemn and enjoyable.
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Becky Pang SA, 523-5240 |
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Through this devotion the members pary tribute to the Blessed Virgin Mary in asking for her assistance. This is a prayer group who gather regularly on wednesdays, 7:00 PM at St. Albert's.
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Josephine and Paul Hsue SA, 769-6024 |
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Very similar to the Perpetual help, this devotion to the Blessed Virgin is manifested through popular devotions like the Holy Rosary and other marian prayers.
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Tom Lewellyn SPN/SA, 865-8341 |
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This is one of the most vital and important Ministries in our parish. Consists of a group of elected and appointed members. The Council works in collaboration with the Pastor to develop and implement a pastoral plan based on the parish's Mission Statement for the community.
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Maria Kerosky SA, 522-0182 |
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The prayer and meditation group is linked with the World Community for Christian Meditation. The spirituality similar to "monastery without wall" is lived in the daily practice of meditation.
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Chris Kanady SPN, 521-4149 |
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This ministry focuses on increasing the awareness of the dignity and sanctity of all human life from onception to natural death. Helps parents facing a crisis pregnancy and educational programs which addresses various issues.
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Greta Rosenberger SPN, 373-5217 |
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RCIA as commonly known, is a program for adults who inquire, learn about the Catholic faith and become a member of the Catholic community.
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Helen Ordinario SA, 769-1148 |
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Helen Ordinario would lead the group in teaching to make Rosaries to be sent to the mission areas of the world.
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JoAnn Dorn @ SPN, 523-9742 Maria Femminis @ SA, 523-8361 |
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They are those who generously offer their time and talent for the preparation of the Church for the various celebrations.
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Jim Ratto SPN, 522-4827 |
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Composed of Volunteer parents, the school principal and the pastor. the School children are offered opportunities to participate in the various sports events throughout the Diocese.
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Sherry McMurray SPN, 522-4520 |
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This group coordinates functions that enhance the learning environment at SPN School. These include social events, community outreach programs, fundraising activities and opportunities for parents and guardians to participate in various school events.
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Susan Reyes SPN, 769-9341 |
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It is an advisory board to the Principal and Pastor and is composed of elected members from the school community. They aid and advise the administration of the school in areas such as finance, public relations, long range planning and technology.
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Roberta Shomon @ SPN, 521-4478 Susie Howard @ SPN, 865-7446 |
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The SPECIAL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION DEPARTMENT staff works with our deanery wide community to welcome and to integrate persons with developmental disabilities into the faith community.
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Donna Watson SPN/SA, 769-6341 |
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It is an iternational Catholic organization of lay persons who seek, in a spirit of justice andcharity and by a pperson-to-person involvement to help those who are suffering. Helps in caring for the needs of those in financial crisis within our parish and in the larger community.
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Janice Nelson @ SPN, 522-6751 Lea Murphy @ SA, 523-6904 |
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Stewardship involves living one's Time, Talent and Treasures in the light of the Gospel principles, inviting thus the whole community to fulfill the parish mission.
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Greta Rosenberger,MDiv/MA SPN/SA, 373-5217 |
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SOur Sunday morning Bible Study; "The Great Adventure: a Walk through our Salvation History with Jeff Cavins (via DVD) meets every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month. We begin with prayer, then watch the Scripture teaching and discuss our questions and what we have learned.
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John Rosa @ SPN, 523-1369 Nick Pereira @ SA, 522-1498 |
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Theses ministers of hospitality are a symbol of service for both parishioners and visitors during Mass. They are there to greet and welcome, to seat the people, to assist with the collection and in the commuion traffic flow and are always ready to handle any emergencies.
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Gina Croft SPN, 373-5212 |
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Marriage is catholic Sacrament and a very important occasion in the life every person. Arragements should be made at least 6 months in advance. The wedding planner assists te couple in the process of preparation and coordinates with the parish priest who officiates the sacrament.
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Vicki Cuadra SA, 523-5789 |
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It is asmall dedicated group of women and men who fund raise to pay for the weekly altar folwers. Conduct crab feed, bake sales, holiday sale and annual garage sale. Additional funds raised goes to the benefit of the parish.
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Cathy Manzo SPN/SA, 373-5214 |
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It's the Youth reachout program of the Youth Ministry. Exploring the service opportunities that help out youth become aware and at the same time disposed to help those in need in our neighborhood.
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