Thursday, October 1, 2026
An Invitation to the Women of Holy Cross Parish

Please join us for a special coffee at 10:00 am in Skiles Hall, honoring Ali Chesney and celebrating her with gratitude and affection. It will be a lovely opportunity to gather together, enjoy coffee and fellowship, and share our appreciation for Ali and all she means for our parish community.

Please join ECW and friends for this special time of friendship and celebration! RSVP to Darby Logan.

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Saturday, October 3, 2026
A Service of Installation at St. Luke's, Boone

The Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina and the Wardens, Vestry, and people of St. Luke's Episcopal Church request your prayers and presence for the Celebration of a New Ministry and Installation of the Reverend Michael R. Alford as the Fourth Rector of St. Luke's Episcopal Church. The service will be held on Saturday, October 3 at 11:00 am at St. Luke's, 170 Councill Street in Boone, with reception to follow.

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Volunteers Needed for the Valle Country Fair

It’s that time of year again! The 48th annual Valle Country Fair, Saturday October 17th, is just around the corner. Holy Cross, the little church with the big heart, has lived its mission of ‘neighbor helping neighbor’, not only by supporting local nonprofits but by pitching in to help those in need with things like fuel oil, medical bills and assistance with their rent.

But WE NEED YOU! Please think about where you would be willing to help and make this year’s fair another great success. Contact Mary Pietan at vcf.volunteer26@gmail.com and let her know where you want to work and what type of job you’d prefer. We have lots of spots to fill. Thank you!​

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Valle Country Store Items for Sale

Be sure to stop in at Skiles Hall to get your Valle Country Fair T-Shirts or Embroidered Fleece Zip Vests! If you need sizes not immediately available, please contact Sis Kinney or Karla Prudhomme and we'll have your item available for pick up the following Sunday.

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Jam and Jelly Making for the Valle Country Fair

Patty Dilley will be in the Skiles Hall kitchen on Fridays and Saturdays through September starting at 9am making Jams and Jellies for the Valle Country Fair and would love your help! Pectin and jars available in Skiles Hall for those who would like to make some preserves at home for the Fair!

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Calling All Bakers for the Valle Country Fair

Our annual Valle Fair is fast approaching and WE NEED YOU!

Visitors come from all over the world for your homemade goodies: cakes, pies, breads, candies, cupcakes, cookies, and all delicacies! A sign-up sheet and disposable pans for your use will be available in Skiles Hall. Please let us know if you’re in need of something we may have overlooked. Also, please note if items are gluten free, peanut free, vegan, etc. These items, as are all baked goods, are always greatly appreciated by our visitors.

All baked goods need to be dropped off in Skiles Hall on Friday, October 16, 2026, between 7am and 5pm. Please contact Susan Poorman or Jennifer Henigin with any questions or concerns. We look forward to seeing your name and specialty baked item on the sign-up sheet in Skiles Hall!