There is a scam happening via text message where parishioners receive a text from an unknown number saying they were Fr. Andrew P. Ricci and asking them to buy some gift cards as he was busy.
This is a scam.
We would like everyone to know that Father, the Bishop, or any of our priests will NEVER text someone asking for a favor or to buy gift cards. We ask that if someone receives a text to just delete it and not respond.
An email was sent out from Christ the King to warn people of this scam. That email is legitimate.