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GREAT EXPECTATIONS This weekend 32 were confirmed by Bishop Mengeling. The Sacrament of Confirmation marks the completion of their incorporation into the Body of Christ, the Church. They become full members and share responsibility for the mission of the Church and this parish.
In the celebration with Bishop Mengeling, those being confirmed renew the promises of their Baptism. The promises made by their parents long ago, they now make themselves before the bishop and the whole Church. This public commitment is then confirmed by the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
The original meaning of the word confirm is to make strong with. In this sacrament, the commitment of those confirmed is strengthened by the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Personally, I am very impressed with this group of young people. I look forward to their growing involvement in our community, especially as they grow in the gifts of the Spirit.
BUILDING TOWARD CHRISTMAS The feast of the Immaculate Conception is part of our preparation for Christ's birth. It celebrates how God prepared for the birth of His Son by specially gracing the life of His mother from the very first moment of her life. The Liturgies for this holy day of obligation will be at 9 am and 7 pm. I hope you will be a part of the celebration which honors Mary, who as the immaculately conceived, is the patron saint of our country.
ARE YOU READY FOR CHRIST? While many are scurrying to get ready for Christmas, the season of Advent invites us to get ready for Christ. The Sacrament of Penance is an important part of that preparation. It celebrates more than just the forgiveness of sin. Penance restores us to holiness of our Baptism. (That's why we located the Reconciliation Chapel right next to the font.)
There are three communal celebrations coming up this week: Wednesday at 7:30 at St. Agnes in Fowlerville; Saturday at 9 am at St. Pat in Brighton and next Sunday at 3 pm at St. John on M-59. I hope you will take advantage of the Sacrament of Penance as a way of preparing for Christ! Fr. Dave Howell
Please pray that the sick will respond to God's healing will, especially: Steve, Ken, Becca &
Tessa St. Louis, Jeanette, Bob, Claudette and child, Pete, Vivian, Jane, Timothy, Zora, Mary Kay,
Wayne, Ed, Merle, Mike, Tom, Keith, Ruth, Mary, Karen, Victor, David, Kenneth, and Roland.
During the month of November, we celebrated the Sacrament of Baptism with Nicholas Andrew Stokes, son of Jace & Christine Stokes; Kristen Marie Brennan, daughter of Steve & Denise Brennan; Wyatt Michael Campbell, son of Robert & Donna Campbell; Sean Emery Sczecienski, son of Stan & Michelle Sczecienski; Nicholas Daniel Williamsen, son of David & Jodi Williamsen. We congratulate their parents and godparents and offer them our prayers and support, as they accompany them on their journeys of faith.
I'd like to express a special note of thanks to everyone who helped make this year's Hoe Down such a success. Steve Assenmacher's calling kept things moving inside and the bonfire kept things ablaze outside. An honorable mention goes to Barb Colley for her coordination and work in putting it all together. Once again, thank you everyone! Yours on the journey, Marilyn
We would like to congratulate all the children who were confirmed by Bishop Mengeling on Saturday. Our prayer is that you continue to grow in your faith and become the people that God has called you to be. We also pray for all the First Communion children who were received for the Rite of Acceptance today. Please continue to pray for all the children in the Religious Education program. Sister Maryetta
Mark your calendars for the two following dates: Sat., December 19 Advent Retreat 10am - 8pm; and Monday, December 28 our Christmas Party at 7:00 p.m.
Baby-sitting Available the youth group will be offering two separate baby-sitting opportunities for anyone who wishes to do some shopping. Monday, December 7 and Monday, December 14 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. We will be available at the church either in the youth room or nursery. Donations will be accepted and appreciated as some of the money will go toward our adopted family for Christmas.
CHRISTMAS GIVING TREE This is the final weekend for the Christmas Giving Tree, which is located in the gathering area. Take a tag from the tree, purchase and wrap the item indicated, and tape the tag securely to the gift (no bows). Place the gift under the tree anytime before December 13. Any questions contact Mary Jo Parsons 227-4209.
POINSETTIA If you would like to purchase a poinsettia in memory of a loved one, forms are in the gathering area. The plants will decorate the church throughout the Christmas season. We are in need of 2 lb. Coffee Cans (empty with lids) they will be used to make outdoor luminaries for Christmas. A receptable will be in the gathering area, please bring them on the weekends. The Art & Environment Ministry Team
Stewardship Report Last weekend approximately 1231 people participated in the Liturgies. These
folks contributed $9381.72 to the parish. Last year on this Sunday the contributions totaled
$7907.55.
"To Let Live, To Let Die..." is a booklet put out by the Michigan Catholic conference. This booklet contains: Living and Dying Well...Choices about Health Care, a brief article outlining the Catholic Church's teaching on end of life medical decisions; Some Considerations for a Patient-Physician Consultation in Preparation of the Patient's Advance Directive, a questionnaire to use with your physician; Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care, a document creating a Durable Power of Attorney for health care decisions; Acceptance by Patient Advocate,a document indication acceptance of designation by the patient advocate; Patient's Advance Directive, an informational document based on your reflections, intended for your physician, your family, your clergyman, and especially your patient advocate in the Durable Power of Attorney. This document by itself is not a legal living will. Along with the DPOA, however, it serves as a means to communicate your attitudes and desires to ensure that your medical care will correspond with your wishes; Please pick up your booklet from the book rack or contact Deacon Dave for a copy.
THE CHRISTMAS GIVING TREE If you would like to help those less fortunate for the Holidays please consider taking a tag from the tree that is in the Gathering Area. Purchase and wrap the item indicated, and tape the tag securely to the gift (no bows please). Place the gift under the tree anytime on or before December 13. Thank you!
Sacrifical Giving Presently we have 708 families registered in the parish and 140 families have made their stewardship commitment. If you have not returned your commitment card, please pray about the sacrifical giving you will be making weekly and return the card either by mail or the collection basket on Sunday. The Finance Council
Sunday, December 6 Second Sunday of Advent
Is 11:1-10/Rom 15:4-9/Mt 3:1-12
Monday, December 7 Ambrose,bishop,doctor
Is 35:1-10/Lk 5:17-26
9:00 a.m. Communion Service
Tuesday, December 8 Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary
Gn 3:9-15,20/Eph 1:3-6,11-12/Lk 1:26-38
9:00 a.m. +John Loveland
7:00 p.m. St. Mary Magdalen Parishioners
Wednesday, December 9
Is 40:25-31/Mt 11:28-30
7:00 p.m. Bobby Schifko
Thursday, December 10
Is 41:13-20/Mt 11:11-15
9:00 a.m. Our Catechists
Friday, December 11
Is 48:17-19/Mt 11:1116-19
9:00 a.m. Our Music Ministry
Saturday, December 12 Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Rv 11:19a;12:1-6a,10ab/Lk 1:26-38
Sunday, December 13
Is 35:1-6a/Jas 5:7-10/Mt 11:2-11
4:30 (Vigil) Anne Schriner
9:00 a.m.St. Mary Magdalen Parishionersl
11:00 a.m. Ann Pytlewski
Minister of the Word:
Jim Kronk, Jean Feterl
Ministers of the Eucharist:
Joanne Pasienza, Judy Kronk, Steve & Kathy Reichardt
Ministry of Server:
Robert Green, Patrick Green
Ministry of Hospitality:
Katie Barazsu, Kathy Petrocella, Mary Janke, Diane Morrison, Bob
& Ruth Green
Advent Wreath Lighting:
The Vergith Family
Minister of the Word:
Ruth Sadasivan, Steve Stegmaier
Ministers of the Eucharist:
Mary Ellen Magon, Jane Skerritt, Joyce Gonda, Ken Urbanski, Kyle
& Randy Wilson, Judy Scharf, Chris Kovanda, Tammy Ritter
Ministry of Server:
Jacqueline Wilson, Keith Colley, Kris Colley
Ministry of Hospitality:
Gonda family, May & Harry Dreckmann, John & Jan Denzer,
Al & Cheryl Beaudet
Nursery:
Colleen Jayne
Advent Wreath Lighting:
The Brake Family
Minister of the Word:
Dan Schifko, Barb Buwa
Ministers of the Eucharist:
Duke & Priscilla Davis, Donna & Al Rushak, Maureen Graham, Steve
& Maureen Crowell, Kay Thurmon, Kyle & Renee Geran
Ministry of Server:
Angie Schifko, Colleen Holden
Ministry of Hospitality:
Lisa Schifko & family, Jahrling family, Hurn family, Kubus family
Nursery:
Sue & Caryn Hinkson
Advent Wreath Lighting:
The Eckert Family
Monday, December 7
6:30 p.m. Babysitting Available-Youth Group
7:00 p.m. BeFriender Training (Social Hall)
7:00 p.m. Art & Environment (Conf.Room)
7:30 p.m. Homecoming (Adult Ed)
Tuesday, December 8
9:00 a.m. Liturgy
7:00 p.m. Liturgy
7:30 p.m. Inquiry/Journey (Adult Ed)
7:30 p.m. Charity & Justice (Soc. Hall)
Wednesday, December 9
7:30 p.m. Finance Council (Conf. Rm.)
7:45 p.m. Genesis Bible Study (Adult Ed)
Thursday, December 10
10:00 a.m. Genesis Bible Study (Adult Ed)
6:30 p.m. Scripture Rosary (Bl. Sac. Chapel)
7:30 p.m. Music Ministry (Church)
Friday, December 11
7:00 p.m. Moving Beyond (LL Rectory)
Saturday, December 12
7:30 a.m. Men's Breakfast (LL Rectory)
Sunday, December 13
7:00 p.m. Youth Group
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