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St. Basil Social Concerns February 2026 Newsletter

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St. Basil Social Concerns February 2026 Newsletter

Recaps

Advent Giving Tree

This year's Giving Tree was a resounding success. We collected around 600 physical gifts and nearly 25 thousand dollars in gift cards and checks. Thank you to everyone who donated to this year's Giving Tree.

Upcoming Events

Winter Warm-Up Collection: February 7-8 and 14-15

The Social Concerns Commission is collecting new winter hats and gloves for students at Catholic elementary schools in the city of Cleveland the weekends of February 7-8 and February 14-15.

We will also accept checks along with gift cards from the following stores:

  • Meijer
  • Amazon
  • TJ Maxx
  • Walmart

Drop off hats and gloves in the bins in the Gathering Area. Drop off checks and gift cards at the Parish Office. Checks should be made out to the Christ Child Society of Cleveland.

Speakers from Bishop Cosgrove Center and Zelie's Home: February 26

If you are looking for ways to use your skills and talents to live out the Gospel, the Social Concerns Commission invites you to listen to speakers from the Bishop Cosgrove Center and Zelie's Home on Thursday February 26 at 6:45 PM in the Family Life Center.

Terrell Valentine, Director of the Cosgrove Center, will speak about the center, its history, its mission, and its programs. She will also talk about ways people can volunteer and support the Cosgrove Center.

Erin Hathaway, Executive Director of Zelie's Home, will speak about Zelie's Home, the services they provide, and volunteer opportunities.

Next Meeting

Thursday February 12 at 6:30 PM in the parish office.

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