Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church First Sunday of Advent

November 29, 2015

MASS SCHEDULE Sunday:

ENGLISH 6:30 am, 8:00 am, * 9:30 am, 11:30 am, 5:00 pm ESPAÑOL * 1:30 pm, * 7:00 pm * Children’s Liturgy of the Word

Saturday: 8:15 am Liturgy of the Word 5:00 pm (Vigil) Week Days: Morning Prayer: 7:55 am Morning Mass: Monday - Friday 8:15 am Rosary recited after the Morning Mass

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP NOVENA Every Thursday after the Morning Mass

FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Eucharistic Adoration: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Benediction: 5:30 pm

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday (bilingual): 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm 1st and 2nd Sunday of Month (bilingual): 6:00 pm - 6:50 pm

Starting December 1 Monday – Thursday: 8:30am - 7:00 pm Fridays: 8:30am - 4:30 pm Saturday: 8:30am - 7:00 pm Sunday: 9:00am - 3:00 pm 10727 So. Downey Ave. Downey, CA. 90241 Phone: (562) 923-3246 ~ Fax (562) 862-7020 Email: [email protected] www.olphdowney.org Information and requirements about Baptisms, Marriages, Anointing of the Sick, and Quinceañeras, see page 8.

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PASTOR’S COLUMN Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, I saw this reflection in Bringing Home the Word published by Liguori Publications and wanted to share it with you. SECULAR “ADVENT” Today begins the Christian Advent season, but secular “Advent” began before Halloween, when stores hung Christmas decorations and encouraged us to buy our gifts early. Secular Advent is bright, cheery and vibrant, while Christian Advent is more serious and reflective – dark colors, quiet music, and some somber readings. Today we hear more about the end times. Advent isn’t only about Jesus’ coming at Christmas – it’s also about His coming at the end of time. The descriptions of the end -times signs are dramatic and frightening. However, Jesus claims that at the exact time these terrifying things are happening, our redemption is near. The moment things look the worst is also the moment salvation and hope are closest. That may seem hard to believe when you’re living with terror or fear. But look at Mary, who found herself an unwed mother in a culture that sometimes executed such women. She must have felt terrified, but hope and redemption entered the world through her pregnancy and Jesus’ birth. When Jesus died on the cross, all hope seemed lost, but through His suffering came life for the world. God draws nearest, bringing salvation, when we experience moments of hopelessness and despair. Secular Advent declares everything to be happy and joyful, but sadness, anxiety and fear don’t instantly disappear just because the holly and wreaths are out. Jesus reminds us to stay awake for God’s healing actions precisely when we feel most hopeless or anxious. God moves in unexpected ways and will be found where we least expect – in our most broken places.

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Liturgical Enhancements for In this holy season of Advent, we are reminded to stop and reflect upon, anticipate and prepare for the miraculous moment when God became human, entering into the history of the world in a way that brings transformation and new life. (Sourcebook 2016). The environment, music, and movements of this liturgical season are meant awaken to our bodies so that we might become what we celebrate. The colors in the church banners are a bluer shade of violet, the color of royalty that is distinct from the royal color of purple that is used in Lent. The Advent wreath in the corner of our sanctuary, is a family devotion that is incorporated into our worship space. Each of the four candles reminds us of the coming of Christ. The fire from the candles reminds us and draws us to reflect on Christ, our light. Our entrance song for these four Sundays of Advent is “ Ready the Way of the Lord” by Bob Hurd. Listen to the words that we sing in the refrain, “Here is your God!,” as the Book of the Gospels is brought in procession. In the Theology of the Lector, Dr. Paul Turner writes, “The Book of the Gospels represents Christ ….. carried in procession and placed at the altar. The words of Jesus (God) are set on the altar of Jesus.” How does that speak to you? How does it change how you reverence the Book of the Gospels? Take time this Advent to enter into the songs selected for our Liturgies, as well as entering into the silence and stillness. Remember to keep stillness and reflection – in the quiet time before the Mass, and after the readings and Communion.

FIRST FRIDAY This Friday, December 4 is the First Friday of the month. Mass will be at 8:15 am and Eucharistic Adoration will be continuous from after Morning Mass until Benediction at 5:30 pm. We invite you to sign-up for ½ hour visits with our Eucharistic Lord.

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Prayers for Our Beloved Muslim Brethren As we pray for all the people who were killed in the Paris attacks, I believe, we too should pray for the members of the Islamic State. That God will enlighten them. Our dear Lord prayed on the cross for his enemies, "Father, forgive them for they do not know what they are doing." Let us also do the same. We pray too for all the Muslims who are themselves persecuted, discriminated against, and are living in unimaginable poverty especially in Europe. They are also our brothers. Thank you for our Church Improvements! We owe you, dear People of God, for all these improvements we now enjoy. In particular, our parking lot, the trellises, the lights, the monument sign, and landscaping. We would never have had all these without your financial support. Kudos to you guys and of course, to Fr. Mark! Please do continue to support our church. Remember, we need to take good care of the goose that lays the golden eggs! A Super Crazy And Exciting December Ahead! The month of December will be packed with a lot of wonderful surprises! Please join us as we hold a Novena of Masses in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe. That means "nine days of masses" that will give us the chance to show our love for God and our Virgen de Guadalupe. Fr. Pako will share with us many wonderful things about La Virgen de las Americas in his homilies. On December 8, we will also celebrate several masses in honor of the Immaculate Conception, our Blessed Mother who was conceived without a blemish of sin to be a worthy vessel for her Son Jesus, our Savior. On Friday, December 18, at 7 pm, we shall celebrate our Simbang Gabi. This will be a fitting preparation for us for the birthday of Jesus. Please pray we will have a lovely weather that day. Begin with the End in Mind I believe the purpose of life is to serve. Please consider serving the People of God in whatever way you'd like. There will always be tasks to accomplish. And most of all, people who will need our help. On behalf of our community, I would like to thank all of our ministers serving us in one way or another. Thanks to our Ministers to the Sick who dedicate themselves in visiting and bringing Holy Communion to our brethren at the Downey Hospital, the facilities, and their homes. Thank you so much, our beloved Women's Guild, for all your wonderful contributions through the Sandwich Program and the scholarships for financially struggling students. Way to go! “

LPH with a HEART” Fr. Joseph

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CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS AT OLPH WOMEN’S GUILD CHRISTMAS PARTY Saturday, December 5 ~ 10 am Rio Hondo Events Center $30 adults / $15 children (5-11) Reservations: mail check (payable to Catholic Women’s Guild) to Linda Malme, Please indicate 9260 Gainford, Downey, Ca choice of Salmon 90240. or Chicken. Deadline: December 1 OLPH OF DOWNEY EDUCATION FOUNDATION INVITES YOU TO THEIR 5TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS GALA Where: OLPH School When: Saturday, December 5 Time: 5:30 pm - 11:30 pm Tickets: $50 (available after school and at Rectory) Information: Vivian 562) 664-5309 Food, auction, dancing, Emilia 562) 445-7561 Violeta 562) 334-7787 raffles SKIDROW SANDWICH PROGRAM CHRISTMAS SOCIAL Saturday, December 12 ~ 6:00 pm 9459 Gallatin Rd. Downey Donation: $25 minimum (tax-deductible) This it the ONLY fundraiser for OLPH’s Skid Row Sandwich Program. Christmas carols, tasty treats, fun fellowship

Mass 3rd graders from our school and Religious Education program will host our Mass Saturday, Dec. 5 at 5:00pm.

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FAITH BUILDING THE ADVENT OF HOPE LUKE 21:25-28, 34-36 The virtues of patience and perseverance aren’t strengths for most of us. Often the concerns of daily life overshadow our pursuit of holiness. We can get lured into sin by the comforts and pleasures the world has to offer. We can forget our ultimate goal is Heaven. Knowing this, Jesus warned his followers about the end times, hoping to shake them (and us) out of “drowsy” complacency. Imagine the terrifying scene Jesus described – the shaking of the earth, sea, and sky and people dying of fright. In the midst of that terror, though, people living in God’s friendship will have no reasons to fear. The key is, he said, to stay on guard against sin and worldly pleasure. Advent is a time of waiting for the coming of Christ. God has promised us that if we are faithful to him, we will be rewarded. This is a time when we must pray for patience and perseverance to keep us ready for the arrival of our Savior. Then we can hold our heads high and stand confident expecting our promised reward.

FOR CIVILLY MARRIED COUPLES Are you civilly married only? Would you like to be married in the Church? And have your marriage recognized by the Church? For couples who are civilly married, we are beginning a wedding preparation program for you to have your union Convalidated (blessed) in the Catholic Church in a group atmosphere. For further information and requirements, please contact Olivia Denisac at the Rectory 562) 923-3246 ext. 204. The deadline has been extended. Please attend the meeting on Wednesday, December 9 7pm - 9pm Parish Center

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KIDS CORNER

SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN

CHRIST IS COMING AGAIN!

WHO SHOULD REPORT CHILD ABUSE?

At that time they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. Luke 21:27

Priests, deacons, school faculty and administrators and other staff members in our parishes and schools have been designated as mandated reporters under California law. When one of these persons receives information leading to a “reasonable suspicion” that a child is being abused or neglected, he or she must make a report to the appropriate child protection or law enforcement agency. However, every adult has a moral responsibility to report suspected child abuse. For a copy of the VIRTUS® article “How to Familiarize Yourself with Policies and Procedures on Reporting Abuse,” email: jvienna@la archdiocese.org. For more information, call our Parish Contact Theresa Nicholas at 562) 862-7268.

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OLPH of Downey Educational Foundation Christmas Gala

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MINISTERIO HISPANO Queridos Hermanos y Hermanas en Cristo, Vi esta reflexión en “Bringing Home the Word” publicada por Liguori Publications y quiero compartirla con ustedes.

“AVIENTO” SECULAR O MUNDANO Hoy comienza el tiempo de Adviento Cristiano, pero el "Adviento" secular o mundano comenzó antes de Halloween, cuando se colgaron adornos de Navidad y se nos animó a comprar nuestros regalos temprano. El Adviento secular o mundano es brillante, alegre y vibrante, mientras que el Adviento Cristiano es más serio y reflexivo, con colores oscuros, música tranquila y algunas lecturas sombrías. Hoy en día escuchamos más sobre el final de los tiempos. Adviento no es sólo acerca de la venida de Jesús en Navidad, sino también sobre su venida al final de los tiempos. Las descripciones de los signos del final de los tiempos son dramáticas y aterradoras. Sin embargo, Jesús afirma que en el momento exacto cuando estas terribles cosas sucedan, nuestra redención estará cerca. El momento en que las cosas se ven peor es cuando también el momento de la salvación y la esperanza están más cerca.. Eso puede parecer difícil de creer cuando usted vive con terror o miedo. Pero al mirar a María, que fue una madre soltera en una cultura que a veces a esas mujeres las ejecutaban. Ella debe haberse sentido aterrorizada, pero la esperanza y la redención entró en el mundo a través de su embarazo y el nacimiento de Jesús. Cuando Jesús murió en la Cruz, toda esperanza parecía perdida, pero a través de su sufrimiento dio vida al mundo. Dios está más cercano, trayendo salvación, cuando experimentamos momentos de desesperanza y desesperación. La llegada del adviento secular o mundano hace todo para ser feliz y alegre, pero la tristeza, la ansiedad y el miedo no desaparecen al instante sólo porque lo festivo y las coronas de navidad están afuera. Jesús nos recuerda que permanezcamos despiertos para las acciones sanadoras de Dios precisamente cuando nos sentimos más desesperados o llenos de ansiedad. Dios se mueve de manera inesperada y se encuentra donde menos lo esperamos, en nuestros lugares más quebrantados. Oraciones y bendiciones, Padre Joseph

Quinta Gala Anual de Navidad Sábado, 5 de diciembre 5:30 pm - 11:30 pm Auditorio de la Escuela Boletos: $50 (venta después de clases o en la Rectoría)

Para recaudar fondos a beneficio de becas católicas para la educación. Información: Vivian 562) 664-5309 Emilia 562) 445-7561 Violeta 562) 334-7787

PRIMER VIERNES El viernes que viene, 4 de diciembre, es el Primer Viernes del mes. Nuestra Misa sera a las 8:15am, seguida por la Exposición del Santísimo hasta las 5:30pm. Si desea pasar un rato en oración ante el Santísimo, escriba su nombre en el horario en la Capilla Eucarística.

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MISAS ESPECIALES EN DICIEMBRE LA INMACULADA CONCEPCIÓN DE LA VIRGEN MARÍA martes, 8 de diciembre (Este es día de obligación) 7:30 pm Misa en español En este día celebramos el misterio de María que, por la gracia de Dios, fue liberada de la corrupción de pecado desde el momento de su concepción. Fue proclamado un dogma de la Iglesia Católica en 1854 por el Papa Pío IX. La Inmaculada Concepción es la fiesta patronal de los Estados Unidos. CELEBRACION DE NUESTRA SEÑORA DE GUADALUPE en OLPH sábado, 12 de diciembre

También los invitamos a celebrar con nosotros la fiesta de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe el viernes, 12 de diciembre. Esta es una Fiesta llena de alegría y confraternidad que nos llama todos a unirnos en esta celebración. 5:00 am Mañanitas con Mariachi 6:00 am (bilingüe) 8:15 am (inglés) 7:00 pm (español)

Los invitamos a que nos acompañen a las celebraciones que tendremos con motivo de las fiestas a nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. Tendremos una novena en honor de la Guadalupana del 3 al 11 de diciembre que consistirá:  En una misa todos los días a las 7:00 pm con una explicación de las apariciones y el simbolismo de su imagen.  El día 12 de diciembre tendremos nuestras tradicionales Mañanitas con mariachi a las 5 de la mañana, continuando la misa a las 6:00 am, y otra misa a las 7:00 pm. Serviremos café, champurrado y pan dulce. No se le pierdan y acompáñenos.

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¿Tienes preguntas sobre arreglos para un Funeral? Noviembre es el mes que tradicionalmente recordamos aquellos que han muerto durante todo el año. Por lo tanto como un servicio a los feligreses de OLPH, los representantes de All Souls Mortuary estarán afuera después de las misas el domingo 13 de diciembre para hablar sobre los arreglos para un funeral. En All Souls Mortuary, se especializa en la planificación de servicios fúnebres que siguen las directrices de la orden de funerales cristianos de la iglesia católica. Están dedicados a atender a las familias con el cuidado personal consistente con los valores, tradiciones y principios de la iglesia católica.

PROTEGIENDO LOS NIÑOS ¿Quiénes deben reportar abuso infantil? Bajo la ley del estado de California, todos los sacerdotes, diáconos, profesores, administradores y empleados de nuestras parroquias y escuelas tienen la obligación de reportar abusos. Cuando alguna de estas personas recibe cualquier información que lleve a una “sospecha razonable” de que un menor puede ser una víctima de abuso o negligencia, tiene la obligación de hacer un reporte ya sea a las autoridades civiles o a agencias de protección de niños. Sin embargo, cada adulto tiene la responsabilidad moral de reportar sospechas de abuso infantil. Para más información sobre cómo responder a una alegación o sospecha de abuso de niños, visitar www.la archdiocese.org/org/protecting/vam. DIRECTORIO DEL MINISTERIO HISPANO RESPONSABLES:

Rev. Francisco G. Adame Diácono Carlos Origel

COLABORADORES:

Maria Bertieri • Rosa Bulnes • Emma Romo Teresa Morales • Higinio y Olimpia Cosio • Aaron Lugo

CORO: 1:30 pm y 7 pm ENSAYOS DE LOS COROS jueves 7 pm GRUPO DE ORACIÓN lunes 7 pm GRUPO DE JOVENES ROSARIO martes 6 pm APOSTOLADO DE LA CRUZ viernes 7 pm ENCUENTRO MATRIMONIAL miércoles 7 pm CURSILLOS DE CRISTIANDAD DIVORCIADOS Y SEPARADOS

Efrain Andrade

(323) 560-9195

Maria Bertieri Alejandra Rivera Aaron Lugo Rosa Bulnes Higinio y Olimpia Cosio Miguel y Teresa Vela Maria Paredes

923-8294 382-3077 806-9823 417-6624 923-6839 879-9516 397-6444

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DIRECTORY

MASS INTENTIONS Saturday, November 28 8:15 am George & Ramona Lovato (RIP) Sunday, November 29 6:30 am Florencia Fernandez (RIP) 8:00 am Pro Populo (parishioners of OLPH) 9:30 am Carlos Gutierrez Tovar (RIP) 11:30 am Erasmo Meza (RIP) 1:30 pm Arnoldo Ramirez Hernandez (RIP) 5:00 pm Esteban Delgado (RIP) 7:00 pm Juaquina Rodriguez (RIP) Monday, November 30 8:15 am Amparo P. Casal (RIP) Tuesday, December 1 8:15 am Taly Cruz (RIP) Wednesday, December 2 8:15 am Frank Szechy (RIP) Thursday, December 3 8:15 am Dennis Truelove (RIP) Friday, December 4 8:15 am Lina Robertson Saturday, December 5 8:15 am Alice Gonzales RIP) Sunday, December 6 6:30 am Ruben Urbina (RIP) 8:00 am Joseph Ramirez (RIP) 9:30 am Pro Populo (parishioners of OLPH) 11:30 am Eleanor Bavero (RIP) 1:30 pm Tomas Guerra (RIP) 5:00 pm Jose Reyna (RIP) 7:00 pm Maximiliana Velasquez (RIP)

WE PRAY TO THE LORD For those suffering illness, infirmity, and those in need of our prayers.

For those who have gone before us, Life has changed, not ended.

 Amarilis Divina España  Marina Franco  Terry Lambros  Edward Ortega  Alice Kosbzess  Harvey & Bonnie Fiala  Juan Mata

 Eulogio Rodarte  Mary Loya  Raymond Alcantara  Graham Hall  Dr. Stephen Bryda  Ana Zimmerman  Ricardo Galvez (Downey PD)  Rebecca Lopez  Emilio Salazar

Lord, hear our prayers. Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families. We ask this in the name of thy Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen

Adminstrator Pro-Tem:

STAFF Rev. Joseph Magdaong

Associate Pastor:

Rev. Francisco Garcia Adame

Regular Sunday Supply:

Bishop Joe Sartoris - Retired Rev. Celso Marquez, MSpS

Deacon Couples:

Charles and Olivia Denisac Carlos and Betty Origel

Parish Business Manager:

Betty Origel - ext. 205

[email protected]

Secretary:

Maria Ariza - ext. 201

[email protected]

Bulletin Editor:

Erika Sanchez - ext. 221 [email protected]

Family Life Director:

Olivia Denisac - ext. 204

Liturgy Coordinator:

Julie Bosdachin - ext. 211 [email protected]

Development/Facility:

Hector Perez - ext. 220

Director of Music:

Amy Brent - ext. 211

Pastoral Council:

Chair: John Saavedra Co-Chair:Nancy Egizii

Finance Council:

Chair: Ray Brown Vice-Chair: Debbie Hale

Regional Vocations Director:

Rev. Angel Castro - St. Helen’s (562) 563-3522

[email protected]

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Thursday (3:30pm - 8:30pm) (562) 862-7268 [email protected] Director: Theresa Nicholas Secretary: Mary Rogers Confirmation Coordinator: Daniel Rodriguez Sunday Coordinator: Sara Ponce Communion Coordinator: Maria Estevez RCIA/RCIT Coordinator: Ruby Gaytan [email protected] OLPH SCHOOL 10441 Downey Ave., Downey 562-869-9969 Principal:

Gina Aguilar

PARISH MINISTRIES & ORGANIZATIONS Catholic Women’s Guild: 3rd Wednesday of month at 10 am School Hall Armida Lugo 715-6142 Paula Mayfield 923-3518 Knights of Columbus John Kirschner 923-1932 Little Rock Bible Study Richard Ching 382-3360 Paul Lamotte 869-1234 Sunday Scriptures Study Gino Bosdachin 688-3836 Respect Life Committee Linda Malme 869-6491 Los Padrinos Detention Ministry Sr. Teresa Doherty 940-8711 SACRAMENTS Baptism: Pre-baptismal Preparation Classes required for parents and godparents prior to scheduling Baptism. It is highly recommended parents and godparents attend classes BEFORE the child is born. Marriage: Call the parish office at least six (6) months (strongly recommend one (1) year) in advance to make arrangements. Anointing of the Sick: Please call the parish office. To schedule a visit by a priest, we highly recommend that you call early in the illness. Quinceañeras: Call the parish office at least six (6) months in advance to make arrangements. The young lady must have received the Sacraments of Baptism and First Eucharist. It is highly recommended that the young lady be enrolled in Confirmation. FOR MORE PARISH INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

www.olphdowney.org

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SPECIAL MASSES IN DECEMBER FEAST OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8 8:30 am Mass (English with school) 12:10 pm Mass (English) 6:00 pm Mass (English) 7:30 pm Mass (Spanish)

This day celebrates the mystery of Mary who, by the grace of God, was freed from the corruption of sin from the moment of her conception. It was proclaimed a dogma of the Catholic Church in 1854 by Pope Pius IX. The Immaculate Conception is the patronal feast for the United States. OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE PATRONESS OF THE AMERICAS SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12 5:00 am Mañanitas with Mariachi 6:00 am Mass (Bilingual) 8:15 am Mass (English) 7:00 pm Mass (Spanish) We invite you to join us as we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Patroness of all the Americas. This is a Feast full of joy and fellowship that calls all of us to join in the celebration. To learn more about her, please visit www.sancta.org.

DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT FUNERAL PRE-NEED ARRANGEMENTS? As the season of Advent tells us: "Be prepared”, let us consider preparing for our own and our loved ones' "funeral pre-need arrangements". Representatives from All Souls Mortuary will come to visit us on

DECEMBER 13 to discuss funeral pre-need arrangements. At All Souls Mortuary, they specialize in planning funeral services that follow the Order of Christian Funerals guidelines of the Catholic Church. They are dedicated to providing families with personal care consistent with the values, traditions and principles of the Catholic Church.

Christmas Eve - December 24 4:00 pm Christmas Eve Vigil 5:30 pm Children’s Mass and Choir 10:00 pm Adult Choir 12:00 am Misa de Gallo (Spanish) Christmas Day - December 25 9:30 am Cantor and Pianist 11:30 am Cantor and Pianist 1:30 pm Spanish Choir (Spanish) CHRISTMAS OFFICE HOU RS Thursday, December 24 Office closed at 7:30 pm Friday, December 25 Office hours: closed

ADVENT PENANCE SERVICE SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION AT ST RAYMOND TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15 ~ 7:00 PM Again this year, we will join the priests and parishioners of St. Raymond. Extended Saturday Confession times SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19 3:00 pm - 4:45 pm (instead of 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm)

GIFT GIVING TREE DECEMBER 5 AND 6 Our tree will be up on December 5 and 6 (ONLY). At that time you may take a card with a child’s name and purchase a gift for that child. Then please bring your giftwrapped present the following weekend December 12 and 13. God bless you for your generosity.

DOWNEY’S HOLIDAY LANE

Sunday, December 7 Please be aware that parking will be at a premium that day.