Serving the Swannanoa Valley since 1936
welcome to st. margaret mary catholic church!
Father John Allen, Pastor
102 Andrews Place
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Office Phone: 828-686-8833
Office Hours: 9:15am-3:00pm
Mon-Thur
BELLS OF HOPE!
RENDERING BY BILL HEYER, ARCHITECT
RENDERING OF THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS
RENDERING BY BILL HEYER, ARCHITECT
- Preserve the charm and appearance of our existing church.
- Improve safety for our parishioners and guests.
- Increase seating so all can worship together comfortably in the nave.
- Add a priest's sacristy to improve the working sacristy.
- Enhance church entrance with portico and patio.
- Allow for future plaza and grounds improvements.
RENDERING OF THE NAVE
RENDERING OF THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS
RENDERING BY BILL HEYER, ARCHITECT
- Relocate the confessional to the back of the nave.
- Enlarge the narthex to allow for a restroom and Baptistry.
- Enhance seating access for the disable.
- Add a choir loft accessible from the narthex.
- AND MOST IMPORTANTLY...
Continue to serve the Swannanoa Valley for generations to come!
RENDERING OF THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS
RENDERING OF THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS
RENDERING OF THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS
- Yellow shows the existing layout of our church.
- Blue sections show the new construction.
- Existing seating capacity: 140 (nave and cry room)
- New seating capacity: 303 (nave, cry room, and loft)
- Existing square footage: 1,891
- Additional square footage: 3,086
- Total after expansion: 4,977
MOVING FORWARD...
RENDERING OF THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS
This campaign provides each of us with the opportunity to ensure our current parishioners and newcomers a place to continue to grow in our faith for decades to come.
Your pledge supports our need to improve structural elements that are vital for prayer, Holy Mass and the Sacraments.
As we move forward, prayerfully consider how you are able to support this most important parish initiative.
READY TO GET STARTED?
Because we are asking the support of every parishioner and friend of St. Margaret Mary Parish, we have prepared a guide to assist in determining your pledge.
Examples of gifts
offered over 3 years are available by clicking the button below. If you plan to pledge larger amounts over a longer period, that may be arranged.
If you need help or have questions, please contact our Bells of Hope office at 828-747-7261. All inquiries and contributions are strictly confidential.
OUR PROGRESS!
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WHAT'S HAPPENING...
9-First Friday Devotions on the First Friday of Each Month from October through June at 8:45am
Our blessed Savior reputedly promised St. Margaret Mary the following blessings: “In the excess of the mercy of my Heart, I promise you that my all powerful love will grant to all those who will receive Communion on the First Fridays, for nine consecutive months, the grace of final repentance: they will not die in my displeasure, nor without receiving the sacraments; and my Heart will be their secure refuge in that last hour.”
CATHOLIC FORMATION - SCHOOL AT NAZARETH
Enrollment for School At Nazareth has begun. If you have not registered your children for School At Nazareth, please stop by the office during office hours. Questions? Email Tayler at: tcdabbraccio@rcdoc.org.
Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast: Thanks to all who attended the Pancake Breakfast Sunday, October 19th after the 8:30am & 11am Masses!
Women of St. Margaret Mary Toiletries Drive Special thanks to everyone who donated toiletries for Catholic Charities! Your support helps keep their Pantry stocked for those in need.
CHRISTMAS: If you need assistance this year, pick up an Angel Tree form after Masses this weekend. Forms must be returned to the office by October 30th.
Desayuno de Panqueques de los Caballeros de Colón: ¡Gracias a todos los que asistieron al Desayuno de Panqueques el domingo 19 de octubre después de las Misas de las 8:30 a.m. y 11 a.m.!
Campaña de Artículos de Tocador de las Mujeres de Santa Margarita María: ¡Un agradecimiento especial a todos los que donaron artículos de tocador para Caridades Católicas! Su apoyo ayuda a mantener abastecida su despensa para quienes lo necesitan.
NAVIDAD: Si necesita asistencia este año, recoja un formulario del Árbol de Ángel después de las Misas de este fin de semana. Los formularios deben entregarse en la oficina antes del 30 de octubre.
