Friday, December 10, 2010

3rd Sunday of Advent - A

12 December 2010 (The Lord is Coming!) 
First reading: Isaiah 35:1–6a, 10 (God will save Us); Second reading: James 5:7–10 (Be Patient); Gospel: Matthew 11:2–11 (Are you the Savior?)
Adults: What can I do this week to be a living witness to my faith in Jesus? 
Children: What can I do this week to show my friends that Jesus matters in my life and that he is truly the Messiah? 

Friday, December 3, 2010

St. Nicholas Celebration 2010

2nd Sunday of Advent, Year A


5 December 2010 - God is a Just Judge 
First reading: Isaiah 11:1–10 (Justice for All); Second reading: Romans 15:4–9 (Christ saves everyone); Gospel: Matthew 3:1–12 (Repent!)
Adults: What action can I take to turn my mind and heart around this Advent? 
Children: What does the word hope mean to me?

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Week of November 28th

There will be religious education classes this evening for grades 1-6 beginning at 6:15 and ending at 7:30 and for grade 7 beginning at 6:00 and ending at 7:30.  The St. Nicholas Party will begin at 6:30 and end at 7:30 for those age 2 through 1st grade.  The high school youth will be helping with the St. Nicholas Party and will then have social time after the party.

Saturday, December 4th 1st Reconciliation will take place at 10:00 AM.

Thursday, November 18, 2010

1st Sunday of Advent

28 November 2010
Be Prepared: First Reading: Isaiah 2:1–5 (The Lord Gathers); Second Reading: Romans 13:11–14 (Salvation is Near); Gospel: Matthew 24:37–44 (Stay Awake)
Adults: If the Lord were to come today, would he find me watching, prepared, and full of hope?
Children: When Jesus comes back to us in glory, how do I think he will make this world different?
different?

The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King

Kingdom of God is at Hand: First reading: 2 Samuel 5:1-3 (David anointed King); Second reading: Colossians 1:12-20 (Heirs of the Kingdom); Gospel: Luke 23:35-43 (Remember Me)
Adults: What have I learned from the way Christ died?
Children: Do I ask Jesus to “remember me” when I need help?