PARISH UPDATES
(Note: sorry about the delay for this week's note! Our intern that runs the Flocknote has a terrible headcold and completely forgot about this. She should be fine by next week!)Thanksgiving Information
The parish office will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, November 23rd and Friday, November 24th. However, there will still be mass on Thanksgiving Day.
Collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development
Please be generous in November 18th and 19th's collection for the Catholic Campaign For Human Development. In the United States, one in six people live in poverty. With this collection you support programs that address the causes of poverty and provide a sustainable future for those who are struggling. In addition, 25% of funds collected remains in our diocese to fund local projects. Please consider how you can support. More information about the Catholic Campaign for Human Development can be found at www.usccb.org/cchd/collection
Save the Dates
We have several upcoming events happening next month that you won't want to miss!
Friday, December 1 – All Parish Friday Night Dinner and Advent Wreath Making
Tuesday, December 5 – Mom’s Night Out – Kid’s Toy, Book, & Clothing Swap
Tuesday, December 12 – Friendship Circle Christmas Luncheon
Watch the bulletin for more details!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Thoughts for the Weekend:
This Sunday's second reading has a special message for us, especially for those who compare cold weather to that of sadder times:
We do not want you to be unaware, brothers and sisters,
about those who have fallen asleep,
so that you may not grieve like the rest, who have no hope.
For if we believe that Jesus died and rose,
so too will God, through Jesus,
bring with him those who have fallen asleep.
(1 Thessalonians 4: 13-18)
When times are tough, even when the days and nights are equally dark and cold, our Lord is there to bring a light and a hope for us to hold onto. We never have reason to believe that the end of a season means the end of hope. This week, consider all of the ways you can let go of your sorrows and offer it up to God.