Recently, the Clarkstown Police Department has taken several reports involving email scams. The scammer slightly alters the Priests or Pastors google email and sends fraudulent requests to parishioners with requests to purchase money cards. The scammer then asks for a picture of the money card and the money card information. The CaReS unit is requesting we notify parishioners about this scam and have parishioners check with the parish directly before sending any money on behalf of the parish. The only way to donate is via Church Envelopes in basket at Mass, drop off at the rectory, mail into the Rectory or the on-line LPI/We Share Parish giving. Remind parishioners to also use caution when opening emails. Thank you,The CaReS Unit.