Frequently Asked Questions about the Giving Tree - Gift Tags
Q: I selected a tag for an adult male, Size XL, who wants a shirt. Can I just
purchase a gift certificate and let him buy his own shirt?
A: If at all
possible, it is preferable to purchase an item(s) listed on the tag, especially
if it is for a child or senior citizen. Of course, a gift card or certificate
would also be appreciated. Perhaps you would like to purchase a small item and
include the gift card, so the recipient has a gift to open on Christmas. Also,
this season make sure that any gift card you purchase is not from a retail store
in danger of closing, which would make the card unredeemable.
Q: My tag
has multiple items listed on it. I always try to purchase exactly what the
recipient has requested, but I'm not sure I can do that this year. What would
you suggest?
A: We have asked our recipients for a gift wish list,
allowing you some options from which to choose. It is certainly not necessary to
buy every item listed. Be mindful that often what you purchase is the only
Christmas gifts they receive, and all is greatly appreciated.
Q: Are
there any stores you suggest we shop at, in case items need to be ex- changed?
A: We generally find that it is safest to shop at Target, Kohls,
Wal-Mart, J. C. Penney, Sears or other well-known local stores. Include a gift
receipt when possible.
Q: I took a tag from the tree, but I'm not sure
I'll be in town on December 10-11, the weekend they are due back. What should I
do?
A: We will be accepting gifts before and after every Mass on the
weekend of December 10-11. Please arrange for a friend or neighbor to drop off
the gifts for you if possible. All gifts are sorted for distribution after the
12:30 PM Mass on December 11. Please contact Mary Beth Ford, (708) 215-5418 or
if you have further questions.
Enjoy shopping for those you have
selected from our Giving Tree. Please remember them & their families in your
prayers during this Blessed Season! And mark your calendars for December 10-11
and be sure to drop your gifts off then when you come to Mass.
Please remember, each tag represents a real person. When you take a tag from the
tree, you are making a commitment to that person, and to returning your gift(s)
on time. Thank you!
Adoration begins following the 8:00am Mass
and continues during the day until 6:15pm on
the first Tuesday of each month.
The Chaplet of Divine Mercy is prayed at
6:15pm followed by Benediction.
Hispanic Adoration continues from 7:00pm
until 8:00pm.
St. Cletus Parish - 600 W. 55th St. - La Grange, IL
60525 - Phone: 708-352-6209
St. Cletus School - 700 W. 55th St. - La Grange, IL 60525 -
Phone: 708-352-4820
