The lottery calendar fundraiser has been successful for the parish every time it has been offered. With this in mind, we will have new calendars that will run from January 1 - June 30, 2019 with 181 chances to win a cash prize. These can make a great little gift for that impossible-to-buy-for individual who… Continue reading Calendar Lottery
O COME, O COME, EMMANUEL.... "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" is considered one of the oldest Christian hymns, dating back to the 800's AD. The words and music to this hymn were developed separately, many years apart. Initially, this "prayer" was offered by ancient Monks as part of "Vespers" during the Advent Season and… Continue reading R.C.I.A. Corner
Our Christmas Mass schedule has changed slightly from prior years. There will be three Christmas Masses: on Christmas Eve, a 4 pm Vigil Mass with the choir and a homily for children, 10 pm Vigil Mass, and on Christmas Day, Mass at 10 am with the choir. I am sincerely grateful to everyone who will… Continue reading Pastor’s Note December 23, 2018
Monday, December 24th, Christmas Vigil Masses: 4:00 pm & 10:00 pm Christmas Day Mass: 10:00 am Solemnity of Mary, Vigil, Monday, December 31: 4:00 pm Solemnity of Mary , Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019: 10:00 am Attention Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, and Altar Servers: Please sign up in the sacristy to serve at the Christmas Vigil, Christmas… Continue reading CHRISTMAS SEASON MASSES
Our annual Advent Penance Service will be on Monday, December 17th at 7 pm. There will be multiple confessors here to administer the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Come, ready your mind and soul for Christmas The new Advent liturgical custom at our church, the lighting of the Advent Wreath Candles began at the 4 pm Mass… Continue reading Advent Penance Service and Advent Wreath
The Advent Penance Service will be celebrated this Monday, Dec. 17th at 7:00 pm, with four confessors (priests). Additional Confessions will also be heard this Wednesday, Dec. 19, from 5:30-6:00 pm in the church's crying room (face-to-face). At the same time, Eucharistic Adoration will continue in the Divine Mercy Chapel. All are welcome to stay… Continue reading Pastor’s Note December 16, 2018
Come on Saturday, December 15th at 12:30 pm with a bucket and a rag to help clean the church. This labor of love for our church will ensure everything sparkles during our Christmas celebration and into the year ahead! Please call Nancy at 832-0393 to sign up. Many hands make light work!
The Anderson Coupon booklets have turned into a popular little fundraiser for the parish over the past few years, so here we go again! $4 gets you a coupon book full of great discounts for everybody’s favorite frozen custard, roast beef, and various delectable treats! The booklets will be on sale following this weekend’s Masses… Continue reading Stocking Stuffer Alert
Our Annual Giving tree project benefits the families served by our food pantry, St. Faustina’s Gate. The need is great, but the generosity and compassion of our parishioners always astounds us. This year, we are asking for gift cards in $10 increments from Wal-Mart or Target. Why those two retailers? Because a family can purchase… Continue reading The Giving Tree
Our Faith Formation students from grades K - 11 are presenting a special Advent/Christmas play entitled “12 Days of Christmas” on Sunday, December 16th in the Parish Center. The presentation and a light social will follow the 10 Family Mass that morning, and everyone is encouraged to come to this wonderful free event!
