ADVENT SEASON
Prepare Your Heart
True conversion reveals itself outwardly. When our hearts change, our actions do, too.
Dear Jesus, help us focus on you during this busy season. May we stay aware of the joy you bring into our lives. We want to find you in the everyday moments and come with hearts of gratitude to your manger on Christmas. Amen.
Take a moment to pause and give time to God.
This Advent, make the decision and commitment to intentionally awaken and prepare your heart to draw ever nearer to God.
Visit our ADVENT PAGE to learn more about the Advent activities our parish has to offer you and your family.
HERE ARE SOME UPCOMING EVENTS:
CHRISTMAS
LIGHTS PROGRAM
Help keep others warm this winter.
SIMBANG GABI
December 18 | 6:30 AM
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
Be part of this centuries-old Filipino Advent tradition. Breakfast reception to follow the Mass.
THE GIVING TREE
November 22 - 13 | Commons
Support the good works of our ministries by participating in this year's The Giving Tree. Buy SCRIP for double the blessing!
Return your contributions to the Parish Office or the SCRIP Table anytime until THIS FRIDAY.
The Parish Office will close at 11:45 AM for the day on Tuesday, December 17, to allow the staff to take time for a Christmas luncheon and some fellowship. We will reopen at 9 AM on Wednesday, December 18.
OTHER HAPPENINGS
Jennifer Love Funeral
Saturday | December 14
- Visitation (Day Chapel): 9 AM
- Funeral Mass (Day Chapel): 10 AM
- Reception (Parish Hall): 11 AM
Please keep the Love Family in your prayers.
Philip Smith Funeral
Monday | December 16
- Visitation (Day Chapel): 9 AM
- Funeral Mass (Worship Space): 10 AM
- Inurnment (Columbarium): 11 AM
- Reception (Parish Hall): 11:15 AM
Please keep the Smith Family in your prayers.
Communal Anointing of the Sick
SUNDAY | December 15
Immediately after the 7:45 AM Mass | Day Chapel
Through this holy anointing,may the Lord in His love and mercy,help you with the grace of the Holy Spirit...
THIS WEEKEND.
Plenty of slots still available!
While we welcome walk-ins and will try to accommodate them, it is much better to have an appointment. SIGN UP ONLINE!
Family Celebration
& disAbility Mini Resource Fair
TOMORROW | December 13
7 PM - 8:30 PM | Parish Hall
Do you have a disability?
Do you have a loved one who does?
Would you like a night of fun and fellowship, with opportunities to connect with other families and community resources?
We invite you to be part of this wonderful event! Space is limited. Please register in advance!
In order to make this event a success, our tiny ministry needs your help! We would love your assistance in providing refreshments and a few raffle prizes.
Mental Health
EDUCATION & SUPPORT GROUP
A group open to parishioners living with mental health concerns, of your own or someone you care about.
MEETINGS
First and third Monday of the month
6:30 PM - 8 PM | Lake House Social Hall
First and third Monday of the month
6:30 PM - 8 PM | Lake House Social Hall
- December 16
- January 6 & 20
The confidential group works to offer a safe and meaningful opportunity for members to share, to give and receive support, and to learn about mental health concerns in an atmosphere of acceptance and spiritual renewal.
More Info: Karen Rice | email here
Willing & Able Volunteers
Your help is needed with preparing spaces for parish events.
Tasks: setting up, taking down, arranging tables and chairs, etc.
Most Pressing Need: Christmas Setup
BUT we would love to have a roster of volunteers to call on when help is needed.
Provide your name, phone number, and availability.
Online Signups
AVAILABLE
We call upon your generosity to make this a welcoming and comfortable stay for our guests.
We call upon your generosity to make this a welcoming and comfortable stay for our guests.
St. Elizabeth Christmas Liturgy Schedule
Christmas Eve
December 24
Children's Program | 5 PM
Mass | 6 PM
Christmas Day
December 25
Mass | 9 AM
Feast of the Holy Family
December 29
Mass | 9 AM & 11:30 AM
New Year's Eve
December 31 |
Annual Mass for Peace | 5 PM
Potluck Reception immediately after Mass. Bring a dish to share.
New Year's Day
January 1
NO Mass
First Friday | January 3
Mass for Unity and Racial Justice
12 PM
Followed by Benediction and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament until 2 PM. Concluding with recitation of the Rosary for World Peace.
Feast of the Epiphany
January 5
Sunday Mass | 9 AM & 11:30 AM