SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – On July 1st, 1951, the very first Mass was celebrated at St. Theresa Church by Fr. Patrick Lyons. On April 18, 1956, Fr. John Grace became the 2nd pastor of St. Theresa Church, and he continued his service to this parish and community until his passing. He was always committed to the Religious Education program and wanted the annual golf fundraiser to be directed to the youth of this parish.
On Saturday, May 4, 2019, Father John Grace joined our Heavenly Father. One of our last conversations was about this tournament. Parish Education Director Danette A. Winslow promised him that they would continue this wonderful fundraising event in his honor. This tournament is a special way to remember Father Grace every year. Golf was his passion and his livelihood, and we will forever miss seeing him on the course.
This year’s tournament, which is honoring the 75th Jubilee of St. Theresa Church, will be held at Lake Tahoe Golf Course on Thursday, September 3, 2026. There is a 1:30 p.m. shotgun start.
The public can participate in several ways, including sponsoring a hole, donating a raffle prize, for registering a foursome. Sponsorship benefits include recognition on all printed material for the day and on-course signage. By being a sponsor/donor in this event you will be promoting your company to a group of people who are very loyal to its sponsors, as well as to the many area professionals who will be participating in the 2026 Father Grace Memorial Golf Tournament itself.
To register for the tournament or for more information, visit https://www.tahoecatholic.com/golf2026.
