The Friday Flocknote
This Week at Saint Andrew
Sat Nov 20
2:30pm: Confessions
2:30pm: Confessions
4:00pm: Vigil Mass - Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Sun Nov 21 - Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
7:30am: Mass
9:00am: Mass
7:30am: Mass
9:00am: Mass
10:30am: Mass
Mon Nov 22
7:00am: Holy Rosary
7:30am: Mass - Memorial of Saint Cecilia, Virgin and Martyr
8:00am: Divine Mercy Chaplet - Classroom C
8:30am - 12:00pm: Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament
6:30pm: The Men of Saint Joseph at Saint Andrew - Classroom C
7:00am: Holy Rosary
7:30am: Mass - Memorial of Saint Cecilia, Virgin and Martyr
8:00am: Divine Mercy Chaplet - Classroom C
8:30am - 12:00pm: Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament
6:30pm: The Men of Saint Joseph at Saint Andrew - Classroom C
Tue Nov 23
7:00am: Holy Rosary
7:30am: Mass
7:00am: Holy Rosary
7:30am: Mass
8:00am - 12:00pm: Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament
10:00am: Bible Study: Hebrews, The New & Eternal Covenant - Classroom C
6:30pm: Bible Study: Book of Romans - Main Church
10:00am: Bible Study: Hebrews, The New & Eternal Covenant - Classroom C
6:30pm: Bible Study: Book of Romans - Main Church
Wed Nov 24
7:00am: Holy Rosary
7:30am: Mass - Memorial of Saint Andrew Dŭng-Ląc, Priest, and Companions, Martyrs
8:00am - 12:00pm: Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament
10:00am: Rosary Ministry - Classroom C
Thu Nov 25 - Thanksgiving
9:30am: Holy Rosary
10:00am: Mass
9:30am: Holy Rosary
10:00am: Mass
* There will be no Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament due to the holiday
* The office will be closed in observance of the holiday
Fri Nov 26
7:00am: Holy Rosary
7:30am: Mass
7:00am: Holy Rosary
7:30am: Mass
8:00am - 12:00pm: Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament
* The Divine Mercy Chaplet is prayed silently before the Blessed Sacrament Tuesday through Friday, and Monday in Classroom C while the church is cleaned.
* The Divine Mercy Chaplet is prayed silently before the Blessed Sacrament Tuesday through Friday, and Monday in Classroom C while the church is cleaned.
To you, O Lord, I lift my soul.
Jesse Romero Coming to St. Andrew
Jesse is a full-time bilingual Catholic Lay Evangelist, who is nationally acclaimed for his dynamic, upbeat Christ centered preaching. His preaching apostolate is “On Fire Evangelization.”
Jesse is a resident of Arizona and a retired Los Angeles Deputy Sheriff who has been married to his wife Anita since 1983, and is parent of three children and grandchildren.
Jesse is a resident of Arizona and a retired Los Angeles Deputy Sheriff who has been married to his wife Anita since 1983, and is parent of three children and grandchildren.
He has a B.A. from Mount St Mary’s University in Los Angeles and an M.A. in Catholic Theology from Franciscan University in Steubenville, Ohio. He is a bilingual Catholic author. (1) Recipient of the Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Award, (2) The Fullness of Truth “Defender of Faith” Award, (3) inducted into the Sports & Faith International hall of fame & (4) best selling author.
Jesse has been on Catholic radio for over 15 years now hosting teaching and speaking in English & Spanish. Currently on virginmostpowerfulradio.org hosting “The Terry and Jesse Show,” & “Jesus 911.” Jesse is also a host on a Spanish network show Enfamilia Radio” in Phoenix, Arizona.
Jesse has been on Catholic radio for over 15 years now hosting teaching and speaking in English & Spanish. Currently on virginmostpowerfulradio.org hosting “The Terry and Jesse Show,” & “Jesus 911.” Jesse is also a host on a Spanish network show Enfamilia Radio” in Phoenix, Arizona.
Jessie has been preaching since 1995. He also defended Holy Mother Church in several official debates with different Protestant pastors, and on Spanish television against secular humanists.
Join us for a 3-day talk series from Jesse. Tickets are $15 per adult, per evening. Children up to 12 years are $10 per adult, per evening:
- Sunday January 16, 6pm - Catholic Evangelization
- Monday January 17, 6pm - Apologetics
- Tuesday January 18, 6pm - Spiritual Warfare
For more information about Jesse Romero, please visit his website: https://jesseromero.com.
Thank you, from Charlie Greene
As some of you may know, your fellow parishioner, Charlie Greene's wife, Kathy, recently went to eternal rest. Charlie didn't get a chance to thank everyone, and he extends his gratitude to all who supported him with prayers and with the funeral.
Adoration to Defeat Abortion
December 1
On December 1, join Catholics across the country in Eucharistic Adoration when the Supreme Court hears the landmark pro-life case, Dobbs vs Jackson Women’s Health.
Please join us in Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on Wednesday, December 1, any time from 8:00am to 12:00pm and pray for an end to abortion and for a favorable outcome of Dobbs vs Jackson Women's Health.
Bambinelli Sunday
Advent is right around the corner and it is a time of preparation for the coming of our Lord in the form of a child. We celebrate this most beautiful season by preparing a Nativity scene in our homes, in anticipation of Christmas and out of love for the Holy Family. To make this season even more special, have your baby Jesus figurine blessed at Mass!
Each year, on the third Sunday of Advent, the faithful bring the baby Jesus figurine or “Bambinelli” from their nativity set to St. Peter’s Square for a blessing by the Pope.
Here at St. Andrew, we carry on this wonderful tradition. On Bambinelli Sunday, bring your baby Jesus, tied with a colorful ribbon and name tag, to Church for a special prayer and blessing.
Don’t have a Bambinelli? You can purchase one here at Church with all the proceeds going to our Christmas “Giving Tree” program for those in our area who need our help.
Each year, on the third Sunday of Advent, the faithful bring the baby Jesus figurine or “Bambinelli” from their nativity set to St. Peter’s Square for a blessing by the Pope.
Here at St. Andrew, we carry on this wonderful tradition. On Bambinelli Sunday, bring your baby Jesus, tied with a colorful ribbon and name tag, to Church for a special prayer and blessing.
Don’t have a Bambinelli? You can purchase one here at Church with all the proceeds going to our Christmas “Giving Tree” program for those in our area who need our help.
Seventh Annual
“Thanks for Giving” Drive: Nov 6 - 28
Seven years ago we began our Thanksgiving Drive for our beautiful church. We chose November as the month of “thanks." We are asking everyone to double their weekly contributions for the month of November.
Last year we raised $50,000 and we hope to match that in 2021. We have made great strides in reducing our debt and are almost fully funded for our new roof! We are in need of a new roof and we need your help to make this happen.
Thank you in advance for your generosity, sacrifice and prayers to make this happen.
Saint Andrew Holiday Schedule
Advent and the holidays are quickly approaching, please take note of our holiday liturgical schedule:
Thu Nov 25 - Thanksgiving
10:00am: Mass
10:00am: Mass
* The 7:30am daily Mass is moved to 10:00am on Nov 25 due to the Thanksgiving Holiday
Tue Dec 7
4:00pm: Vigil Mass - Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
4:00pm: Vigil Mass - Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Wed Dec 8 - Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary - Holy Day of Obligation
7:30am: Mass
6:00pm: Mass
7:30am: Mass
6:00pm: Mass
* Catholics may attend either the vigil Mass on Dec 7 or a Mass on Dec 8 to fulfill the Holy Day of Obligation
Wed Dec 15
6:00pm: Advent Penance Service
Fri Dec 24
7:30am: Daily Mass (does not fulfill Holy Day of Obligation)
3:00pm: Rosary and Vigil Mass - The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas)
10:00pm: Rosary and Vigil Mass - The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas)
Sat Dec 25 - The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas) - Holy Day of Obligation
7:30am: Mass
9:00am: Mass
10:30am: Mass
* Catholics may attend either a vigil Mass on Dec 24 or a Mass on Dec 25 to fulfill the Holy Day of Obligation. Sunday Masses on Dec 26 do not fulfill this Holy Day of Obligation. Catholics are still obligated to attend Sunday Mass as well.
* There is no 4:00pm Vigil Mass on Sat Dec 25
* There are no confessions on Sat Dec 25
Sun Dec 26 - Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
7:30am: Mass
7:30am: Mass
9:00am: Mass
10:30am: Mass
10:30am: Mass
* Sunday Masses on Dec 26 do not fulfill the Holy Day of Obligation for Christmas. Please attend attend either the vigil Masses on Dec 24 or the Masses on Dec 25 to fulfill the Holy Day of Obligation. Catholics are still obligated to attend this Sunday Mass as well.
Fri Dec 31
7:30am: Daily Mass
7:30am: Daily Mass
* No Vigil Mass For the Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God
Sat Jan 1 - Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God
7:30am: Mass
9:00am: Mass
* This solemnity is not considered a Holy Day of Obligation this year because this particular solemnity falls on a Saturday
* There is no 4:00pm Vigil Mass on Sat Jan 1
* There are no confessions on Sat Jan 1
Sun Jan 2 - The Epiphany of the Lord
7:30am: Mass
9:00am: Mass
10:30am: Mass
10:30am: Mass
Video of the Week
Life is Just Many Short Moments
Saint of the Week
Saint Cecilia, Virgin and Martyr
Feast Day - Nov 22
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Although Cecilia is one of the most famous of the Roman martyrs, the familiar stories about her are apparently not founded on authentic material. There is no trace of honor being paid her in early times. A fragmentary inscription of the late fourth century refers to a church named after her, and her feast was celebrated at least in 545.
According to legend, Cecilia was a young Christian of high rank betrothed to a Roman named Valerian. Through her influence, Valerian was converted, and was martyred along with his brother. The legend about Cecilia’s death says that after being struck three times on the neck with a sword, she lived for three days, and asked the pope to convert her home into a church.
Since the time of the Renaissance she has usually been portrayed with a viola or a small organ.
If a family member is cremated after death, what do we do with the cremated remains after the funeral?
The cremated remains must always be treated with respect, the same respect we attribute to the body. After the funeral they are to be interred or entombed, preferably in a Catholic cemetery, mausoleum or columbarium. The Rite of Committal should accompany this action. They should never be separated or scattered or disposed in any way other than a dignified interment or entombment.