PRAYER FOR LIGHTING THE ADVENT CANDLES
This prayer could be used when lighting the candles of the second, third and fourth weeks of Advent, after the wreath has been blessed in the first week.
Lord, as we prepare to celebrate the birth of your son,
Jesus Christ, this Christmas,
we pray that we will welcome him into our hearts.
As the light of our advent wreath grows stronger,
week by week, make us strong in following him
in the love and the peace we show to others.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Jesus Christ, this Christmas,
we pray that we will welcome him into our hearts.
As the light of our advent wreath grows stronger,
week by week, make us strong in following him
in the love and the peace we show to others.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Jesuit Institute
Praying Advent - Creighton University’s Online Ministries offers a selection of materials to help people prayerfully enter into Advent, from short prayers to longer reflections and audio retreats.
Online Advent Calendar for Adults - featuring daily reflections from several sites.
Printable Advent calendar for children that encourages children to perform an act of kindness each day during Advent.
A Friendly Reminder: Beware of Phishing Email Scams
These scams may involve an email (fake) from a priest or pastor usually asking for money or gift cards.
Please understand our Clergy staff would never engage in a request of this type. If you happen to see an email like this, please delete it immediately.
If you feel you have been a victim to this recent scam, please notify the authorities and contact servicedesk@dsj.org to submit a ticket and the IT department can help coordinate with the appropriate authorities.
SOLEMNITY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF THE
BLESSED VIRGIN MARY (Holy Day of Obligation)
Vigil: Wednesday, Dec. 7 - 7:00pm
Thursday, Dec. 8 - 8:30am and 7:00pm (Reception follows after the 7:00pm Mass)
BLESSED VIRGIN MARY (Holy Day of Obligation)
Vigil: Wednesday, Dec. 7 - 7:00pm
Thursday, Dec. 8 - 8:30am and 7:00pm (Reception follows after the 7:00pm Mass)
RECONCILIATION (Individual Confession) Saturdays, Dec. 3, 10 & 17 at 3:30-4:00pm. No confessions on Christmas Eve.
PARISH RECONCILIATION SERVICE: Tuesday, Dec. 13, 7:00pm
ADVENT EVENING OF MUSIC AND PRAYER: Thursday, Dec. 14, 7:00pm
CHRISTMAS EVE: Saturday, Dec. 24: 4:00pm, 6:00pm and 10:00pm
CHRISTMAS DAY: Sunday, Dec. 25: 9:00am and 11:00am. No Mass at 5:00pm
SOLEMNITY OF MARY, MOTHER OF GOD
Saturday, Dec. 31, 5:00pm Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023 9:00 & 11:00 am.
No Mass at 5:00pm
Saturday, Dec. 31, 5:00pm Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023 9:00 & 11:00 am.
No Mass at 5:00pm
SAVE THE DATE! Thursday, December 14, 7:00pm in Church
ADVENT EVENING OF MUSIC AND PRAYER
Join us for an evening of Advent Hymns, Scripture & Prayer led by the
Parish Music Ministry.
Parish Music Ministry.
MASS SCHEDULE
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
(CONFESSION)
The Sacrament of Reconciliation for all faithful with no prior appointments is on Saturdays from 3.30 pm to 4.30 pm in the Conference Room.
STEWARDSHIP & DEVELOPMENT
Your continued ONLINE support of St. Mary is greatly appreciated.
Our Goal for December is $85,000.00
Please consider setting up a recurring or one-time gift Online. Instructions can be found at stmaryslg.org/getting-started-with-online-giving
If you would like to discontinue receiving envelopes please email parish.office@stmaryslg.org or call Frances at 408-354-3726 x 110.
GIFTS & DONATIONS OF STOCK
With end of the year giving, we see an increase in Gifts of Stock. Please be sure to direct your stock gift to the benefit of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Parish at www.dsj.org/ways-to-give/stock-transfers/. Start your gift by filling out the online form. Once we receive your submission, the Diocese of San Jose will send you the information needed for you to instruct your broker. We ask that you do not give your broker the information you may have on file as the Diocese of San Jose has transitioned to a new broker and previous information you may have will not work. Thank you for your continuous support.
Contributions toward the purchase of flowers for the celebration of our Lord’s birth are greatly appreciated. If you would like to make a donation in memory of or in honor of a loved one, Christmas Flower Offering envelopes are available at the doors of the church and can be placed in the offertory baskets at Mass or dropped off at the Parish Office. The names of all those to be remembered will be published in the Christmas bulletin. Please return the envelopes by December 11.
Thank you for your help in making our sanctuary even more beautiful this Christmas.
FAITH FORMATION
ORDER OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS
(formerly known as Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)
Previously called RCIA, the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults is a process of spiritual growth and learning leading up to initiation into the Catholic Church.
INQUIRY SESSION CONVERSATIONS
Time: 11am Mass to 1:00 PM
Location: Parish Conference Room
Sunday, December 4, 2022
Topic: Eschatology: the “Last Things”
What happens when we pass from this world? If God loves us so much, how could he condemn someone to hell? Is purgatory a bad thing? Death is a natural process of life, but it can be unnerving to talk about. This week we will be talking about the Catholic beliefs about the afterlife, the Second Coming of Christ and the fulfillment of the kingdom.
Sunday, December 11, 2022
Topic: The RCIA Process and Rites
Participants will review the various rites of RCIA and their respective location in the process. In understanding that participation in each successive rite results in a greater level of commitment and unity for the individual, the parish, and the greater Church, we invite the inquirers to discern if they wish to continue with the RCIA process.
FAITH IN ACTION
The Christmas Giving Tree collection will continue until the 11th of December. Gift cards can be placed in the Giving Tree donation drop boxes in the vestibule, the collection baskets or brought to the office. Click here to make an online donation.
Need Food DELIVERED? Call 1-800-984-3663
ST. MARY SCHOOL
smslg.org 408.354.3944
SIP & SHOP AT CAMPISI COMPANY
You're invited to sip, shop and support our school on Thursday, December 8, 5pm - 8pm
20% of all proceeds will come back to St. Mary School.
Innovation, friendship and fun Camp Galileo for K – 10th Graders: Early Bird Enrollment Opens December 5th!
Camp Galileo is coming to St Mary's this summer! At Camp Galileo, K – 10th graders enjoy STEAM-inspired projects, collaborate with peers and get active outside.
Early Bird Enrollment begins 12/5/22 for our best price of the year. Optional extended care.
Learn more:
www.galileo-camps.com or
800-854-3684.
800-854-3684.
EVENTS IN LOS GATOS - DECEMBER
DEC. 2: Holiday Tree Lighting & Santa Photos: Town Plaza Park. The photos with Santa are free.
DEC. 3: Children's Christmas/Holidays Parade. A community tradition in its 64th year.
DEC. 3-30: 'Fantasy Of Lights' Holiday Drive-Thru & Walk-Thru: Vasona Lake County Park. Advance tickets required for this popular event.
DEC. 8-23: Holiday Carriage Rides. Totally festive with homemade cookies & hot chocolate included.
AROUND THE DIOCESE OF SAN JOSE
AND BEYOND
December Prayer Themes
Listening to the Holy Spirit
The Gift of Peace and Joy
Save the Date | Annual Diocesan Mass for Our Lady of Guadalupe! December 2, 2022 all are invited to the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Bishop Oscar Cantú will celebrate the Mass at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish. The welcoming procession will begin at 6:00pm. Mass will be begin at 7:00pm.
2022 Layette Donation Program - December 4: 12pm - 3pm the Diocesan Layette Team will hold the annual Layette Donation Drive. Donations will be accepted at Isolation Products 157 San Lazaro Avenue, Sunnyvale. We are grateful for your continued support of this program that serves and supports mothers in our diocese. Here is a list of very fasting moving items the team is in need of. Baby Towels & washcloths, swaddlers, sacks/gowns, boys shoes, cotton hats, receiving blankets. Visit www.dsj.org/layette for a full list.
DECEMBER 10: Morning of Recollection "Let Yourself Be Loved Through the Spirituality of Carmel" Sponsored by Mount St. Joseph Carmelite Monastery. Seats are limited, reservations required. Treat yourself to a quiet Advent morning of prayer: Morning prayer, Holy Mass, Exposition, Conference by Carmelite Prior Fr. Thomas Reeves, Quiet Prayer, Benediction, boxed lunch. Reserve your seat at olmc.sjocds@gmail.com View Flyer here.
WORLD YOUTH DAY 2023 PILGRIMAGE
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