This is the First Sunday of Advent
Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord!
The Gospel refers to the second coming of Christ, but is also quite timely in light of the current issues in our Church. We are reminded that many events in the world can cause dismay, anxiety, and abandonment of the faith; but we are called to “stand erect and raise our heads” (to the One, True source of our faith) “because our redemption is at hand!” We are also called to be vigilant in our prayer so that we will have the strength to stand up against the enemy!
How perfect is God’s timing – that we come to this season of prayer and preparation just when we need it most!
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St Nicholas Tree Lighting!
Mark your calendar to join the first St. Nicholas Feast Day tree lighting event. Join us by the tree located by Mary’s Garden on the east side of the Church as we praise Mary with the Rosary and gather for hot cocoa, coffee, cookies and singing!
Join Us for Rejoice!
Advent Meditations with the Holy FamilyAdvent is a special season for the Church — it is the time when the world prepares to celebrate the coming of Christ anew. Often, we lose sight of the point of this season because we get caught up in our preparations for Christmas and arrive at Christmas no more transformed than we were at the start of Advent.
Our parish is seeking to prepare for Jesus' birth and experience true transformation in this powerful season by engaging with a program called Rejoice! Advent Meditations with the Holy Family by Ascension Press. This year, we will walk with Mary and Joseph as they prepare to welcome their son, the Savior of the World.We have the opportunity to walk together, following the Holy Family on their journey to Bethlehem.
See the Bulletin for details.
A bit of humor…
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Deacon Tom
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