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December 16, 2007 ThirdSunday of Advent
Readings For Dec. 16 Is 35:1-6a, 10; James 5:7-10; Mt 11:2-11
Mass Intentions ~ Dec. 8 – Dec. 14 Sat. ~ Leah Meyer Sun. 8:30 ~ Edward Howels Sun. 11:00 ~ Arturo & Olympia Montez Wed. ~ Edward Howels Thurs. ~ Edward Howels Fri. ~ Edward Howels Dec. 14 ~ Brunhilda Hoegerle
Always go real! A fake tree is a petroleum based product and it is not biodegradable. This Christmas, buy strings of LED lights, which look the same as traditional incandescent bulbs, last longer and use 80 to 90 percent less energy. They are also safer since they barely warm up.
Reminder The first Sunday of each month is “FISH” Sunday. Please bring non-perishable food items, toilet paper, soap, paper towels or diapers. These will be given to FISH, an emergency help organization in Albany and distributed in food boxes for the needy.
Men’s Group The Men’s Group meets Wednesday evenings at 7:00 in the Chapel. All men, young and older, are invited to attend. Any questions can be directed to Richard Amos 791 2101, Jeff Barricks 929 2649 or Tuan Nguyen 979 3266
Interested in Becoming Catholic? If you are an adult who is not baptized, or baptized in another Christian tradition, and would like to join the Catholic Church, please come to the RCI sessions on Sunday mornings from 9:40 – 10;45 AM. For more information call Kathy at 926-1449 ext 303.
Save The Date and Join us at the Buckaroo Roundup The parents of St. Mary’s School cordially invite you to save the date of Saturday, March 8, 2008 for our Annual School Auction. You will not want to miss the fun! This is a one night event by reservation only.
Don’t Miss Out – Ticket on sale January 24, 2008
This Advent season, we have some ways to help you truly prepare your heart for the coming of the Lord. Please join us at our parish mission: Sun – Mon – Tues – Dec. 16 – 17 -18: Parish Advent Mission with Father Ray Carey.
Advent Reconciliation Services Tues. Dec. 18 – Corvallis Weds. Dec. 19 – private reconciliation here 11 – noon.
The Catholic Daughters of Americas is accepting entries for the 2008 National Education Contest. This year's themes are "Jesus the Light of the World" or People Who Light up My World". Participants would select one theme and entries are due February 1, 2008. Students in the 4th grade-12th grade may enter, as well as any CDA member Entry forms are available at the CDA gift Shop. For more information, contact Jo Ann Yonemura at 928-3462 or joannyonemura@yahoo.com.
St. Mary's School is collecting small, glass baby food jars to use for a project. If you have any to donate, please bring them to the school office, Mon. - Fri. Thank you very much!
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Knights of Columbus The Knights are no longer collecting news papers beginning immediately. The box and collecting center are gone. More information call 926-4699. The K of C monthly meeting for December will be held on the 10th of December. The Knights will have the KEEP CHRIST IN CHRISTMAS signs available after all Masses until Dec. 23rd. Contact for information 926-4699.
Support your favorite school team and find that special gift for someone! Here is your opportunity to help support the Prayer Shawl Ministry and find that special gift for someone! In response to your request to the hand crocheted stadium throws offered by the Prayer Shawl Minsitry, we have four throws available, in one each of the school colors for West Albany Bulldogs (blue and gold), South Albany Rebels( red and grey), University of Oregon Ducks (yellow and green) , and the Oregon State Beavers (black and orange) for purchase! There are only 4 of these available to they will be sold to the first four requests. The throws are available for a $45 dollar donation and can be obtained by calling Carol Hawke at 926-2106 or the parish office to make arrangements for delivery.
Sunday Missals The Catholic Daughters Gift Shop has Sunday missals available to help you follow the Sunday reading throughout the liturgical year. These missals are $4.00 and can be purchased on any Sunday. These small Missals give you a chance to prepare for the Sunday Mass by reading the scripture ahead of time. Contact Geri Martin, 541-619-6922 or Dorothy Gall 926-4699 |
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