Got a little one who’s been really nice? Is your child excited about Christmas yet? Whether your answer is yes or no, we invite you and your family to the St. Mary CYO Pancake Breakfast with Santa. Every child will have the opportunity to make lasting memories and holiday traditions by sharing some up close and personal time with ol’ Saint Nick himself. Our youth and youth leaders will be up early working with Santa to get everything ready for the big event so it will be extra special.

Following the yummy breakfast, you’ll also have the opportunity to pose for photos and present a holiday wish list to the big guy in the red suit. Bring your own camera to capture the moment or pay an additional fee and let us take the photo for you! The breakfast is a fundraiser for the St. Mary CYO. The youth in St. Mary’s CYO participate in community services and activities, such as working at the Stewpot, collecting donations for the Stewpot and the Natchez Adams County Humane Society and much more. Part of the proceeds from this breakfast will assist in sending our youth on the mission trip they plan on attending in Champaign, Illinois in June 2017. This youth trip will provide service opportunities to restore homes and hearts, feed the hungry, lift the spirits of children, bring joy to the elderly and disabled and offer assistance while partnering with social agencies.

So plan on starting your day the merry way with Santa and his elves, and help our youth at the same time from 8:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 at the O’Connor Family Life Center, 613 Main St., Natchez. Tickets are $6 per person. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, milk and juice.

You must show a ticket at the door.

Buying tickets in advance is greatly encouraged as there is limited seating. Call Carrie Lambert at 601-445-5616, or email stmaryyouth@cableone.net for further information.

 

Carrie Golden Lambert is the youth director at St. Mary Basilica.