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The Celebration
Celebrating our GEMS Moms
Gabriel Education Ministry & Support (GEMS) extends the ministry of Project Gabriel by offering mothers opportunities to learn more about themselves, their Christian faith, and to be better parents. The program helps women take their place in the larger world of work and service and supports their continued education with scholarship awards.
Through GEMS, these women develop a stronger sense of self-esteem, realize their God-given abilities, and become more empowered to learn and make good choices.
GEMS is open to any woman served by Project Gabriel who is “poised for growth” and recommended by her Angel and the Project Gabriel team. To receive assistance from her personal coach, as well as the incentives and rewards offered by GEMS, she agrees to complete the required modules (or their equivalents) and has the goal of graduating from the program.
The Christ-Child Market & Brunch is a heartwarming celebration of our GEMS moms who have reached this incredible milestone. It’s a joyful occasion to honor their hard work, perseverance, and growth—and to cheer them on as they step confidently into the next chapter of their journey.
About the Event
Christ Child Gift Market
The Christ Child Market began as a joyful way to celebrate the Advent season while supporting the mission of life. Rooted in the spirit of giving, the Market brings together local artisans, vendors, and pro-life supporters for a festive day of shopping, fellowship, and family fun.
Proceeds from the brunch benefit CPLC’s GEMS program (Gabriel Education Ministry & Support), which provides long-term, transformational support for mothers in crisis pregnancies.
Over the years, the Christ Child Market has grown into a beloved tradition, honoring the birth of Christ by empowering women, cherishing life, and strengthening families.
Event Details
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The Market - 9:00 A.M until 4:00 P.M
The market is free and open to the public. Shopping opportunities include small business vendors, raffles for fabulous prizes, bakery items, and unique holiday centerpieces and table decor.
Brunch - 10:00 A.M
Invite your friends, spouses, and families to attend this special event honoring mothers who have completed our GEMS program and preparing our hearts for the Season of Advent.
Special Guest Speaker Fr. Lucas Moreira De Sales of St. Paul.
Registration is required.
About the Speaker
Father Lucas Moreira de Sales is the Parochial Vicar at Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Richardson.
Originally from Brazil, he grew up as the only child of a single mother. At 21 years old, he made a pilgrimage with the young people of his parish to a Marian shrine, and for the first time in his life, he prayed to God to show him what He wanted for his life. God led him to consider the priesthood, and after a year of discernment, he joined the Redemptoris Mater Seminary in Dallas in 2010 and attended the University of Dallas for philosophical studies and the last years of theological formation.
Fr. Lucas was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Dallas in June 2022 and has served at Prince of Peace parish in Plano and St. Paul.
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