Hello Folks,

I hate to use the “C” word even before Advent begins but these days the stores are already playing carols and you guessed it!! we do have to prepare for the big day—CHRISTMAS.  As you probably know the 4:00 pm MASS ON THE 24TH OF DECEMBER is the Children’s Mass and this is the opportunity for the talented young ones to show “their stuff.”  Last week’s gospel told us to make sure we use the talents given to us. Thanks to MARY RINGROSE’S enthusiastic response we will be preparing for the Christmas pageant soon. Dates for the practices will be announced next week but meanwhile I am hoping that we will have a good response from the youngsters to participate. A little encouragement goes a long way. Somewhat related to this topic is the need for more choir members for the MIDNIGHT MASS at 8:30 pm. BETSY WALSH welcomes all comers.

We are still in the month of November and we use these days to remember not only those who have given their lives in the SERVICE OF OUR COUNTRY but also we remember all our beloved friends and family who have gone before us. Some of the folks were not able to get the names of their loved ones in for the Mass on All Souls Day so on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER, 19TH at 7:00 pm  and on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST at 9:00 am, we will celebrate MEMORIAL MASSES.  If you wish to remember a specific  person on either of the two days please notify the office as soon as possible. 

Lastly, this coming TUESDAY, the 18TH is INQUIRY NIGHT. If you or a loved one or a friend is interested in finding out more about the CATHOLIC FAITH, please come to the Church Library at 7:00 pm. Members of the RCIA team will happily show them THE WAY.
Blessing as always Fr. Joe