Parish Safety Notice: Beware of Suspicious Text Messages

Please be cautious if you receive text messages claiming to be from a priest or parish contact—especially if the
message comes from an unknown number, creates a sense of urgency, or asks for a quick reply.

A recent suspicious message used these tactics and included awkward wording that does not reflect normal parish communication.

• Do not reply with personal details, money, or verification codes.
• If you are unsure whether a message is genuine, verify it by contacting the parish office or a known parish number before responding.
• When in doubt, forward the message to the parish office for checking.

Your vigilance helps protect our community from scams and impersonation attempts.