Join us this Advent
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We Invite you to join us this Advent
The Advent season is a time of preparation that directs our hearts and minds to Christ’s second coming at the end of time and also to the anniversary of the Lord’s birth on Christmas. The final days of Advent, from December 17 to December 24, focus particularly on our preparation for the celebrations of the Nativity of our Lord (Christmas). We invite you to one of our many events that will help us prepare our hearts and minds for Christmas. |
A Special Gift To You!
As a special gift to our St. Francis family this Advent, we have access to Dr. Brant Pitre’s inspiring presentation, Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Advent. In this series, Dr. Pitre shows how a deeper understanding of the ancient Jewish prophecies of the Messiah can help unlock the hidden meanings of the season of Advent. In this close study of the Sunday readings from the Advent lectionary, you will learn: • What is the primary meaning of the season of Advent? • Who is the mysterious figure, John the Baptist? • What are the Jewish roots of the famous "Jesse Tree"? |
Breakfast with St. NickSunday, December 1
9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Great Hall Join us for a morning full of pancakes and plenty of activities for the little ones! Pancake breakfast served after the 8:00 am and 9:45 am Masses. All children who attend will receive an Advent activity book. |
Advent Stories & Songs
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Novena of Our Lady of GuadalupeTuesday, December 3 - Wed, December 11
Feast of Our Lady Guadalupe Dec, 12 Join us for a week long celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe. View full schedule |
Rejoice! Advent with MaryWednesdays, December 4,11,18
9:30 am - 11:30 am | Meeting RM C/D This Advent, don’t get caught up in the busyness. Don’t get lost in the anxiety of preparing for a day. Joyfully anticipate the coming of the person of Jesus through an encounter with his Most Blessed Mother. Purchase your book at Parish Office, price $3. Nursery available on a first come first served basis. |
Rejoice! Advent with JospehTuesdays, December 3,10,17
7:00-8:30 pm | Great Hall Side C Advent Meditations with Joseph is a prayer resource with daily meditations that will enrich your Advent by inviting you to experience the first Advent with Joseph and Mary, as they await the birth of their son, the Savior of the world. Purchase your book at Parish Office, price $3. Nursery available on a first come first served basis. |
Living Your Strengths SeminarSaturday, December 7
9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Great Hall Side C Do you ever ask yourself, what am I to do next? Why do I love doing some things? This seminar helps you discover your unique God- given gifts and how to begin using them to enrich your life. Make sure to complete your strengths finder quiz prior to joining us at the seminar. Visit gallupstrenthscenter.com to take your assessment today! |
Angel Tree Drop OffDecember 7 & December 8
Gift Collection Weekend Angel Tree Ministry Kicks off Sat., 11/23 Adopt your Angel from several ministries that our program supports here at St. Francis. We have over 1,300 gift needs this season. Please stop by the Great Hall in the Parish Center. Sign up to volunteer! Drop off your gifts at Angel Tree Trucks which will be parked in the west parking lot after all Masses and during the Faith Formation programs this one weekend. |
Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin MaryMonday, December 9
Parish Office & Center Closed Mass Times | 6:30 am, 8:30 am, 12:15 pm, 6:00 pm in the Church, 7:30pm (Espanol) in Church |
The Light is On For You
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PosadaThursday, December 19
This three-element event shows a wonderful story of Christmas. More details to follow. |
Christmas ConcertDecember 20
7:30 pm | Church You are invited to our Christmas Concert! Come hear our Combined Choirs singing beautiful music of this Holy Season.The Choirs will be joined by String Trio, Flute, Piano, & Organ. Admission is free. . |
Christmas Children's ChoirDecember 24
5:00 pm | Church If you are in 3rd grade to 5th grade and would like to sing in the St. Francis of Assisi Children’s Christmas Choir, please join us for rehearsals in the Duesman Room (in the Parish Center) from 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm on the following Wednesdays: December 4th, December 11th, & December 18th. Attendance at rehearsals is mandatory. The Choir will sing at the 5:00 pm Mass on Christmas Eve. |
Christmas Eve & Christmas Mass Schedule
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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24 Christmas Eve (Vigil Mass) Parish Office & Center Closed Communion Service | 8:30 am - Chapel - Cancelled Masses in Church | 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 7:00 pm, (9:00 pm, Espanol) 12:00 am Midnight Mass (Christmas Carols begin at 11:00 pm) Masses in Great Hall | 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 25 The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas) Parish Office & Center Closed Masses in Church | 9:45 am, 11:30 am, (1:15 pm Espanol) |
FALL DEEPER IN LOVE THIS ADVENT
For the FamilyThe USCCB offers a vast majority of resources that are for the whole family. From understanding what Advent is to offering activities during Advent.
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For YouDynamic Catholic offers Best Advent Ever as a online resource for you to fall deeper in love with the Advent Season. Sign up and receive daily reflections.
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For ChildrenAdvent Adventure is perfect for kids ages 5- 12. They offer free daily resources for the young ones of the family to understand Advent. The Advent Adventure is completely free.
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