Diocese of Charleston DIOCESE OF CHARLESTON

Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church 1100 8th Avenue N., N. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29582 SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT DECEMBER 6, 2015

Rev. D. Anthony Droze Pastor Rev. Roger Morgan Parochial Vicar Rev. José O. Cheverria Jimenez Parochial Vicar Hispanic Ministry Sr. Glafira G. Ortega HCJS Deacons Robert J. Tyson Andrew F. Stoshak Richard M. Flenke Peter M. Casamento Masses Sunday Vigil (Saturday) 5:00 PM Sunday - 8:00, 10:00, 12:00 Noon Misa en Español 1:30 PM Signing for the Deaf 4th Sunday 10:00 AM Daily: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM 1st Saturday 8:00 AM Confessions Saturday 3:30 - 4:30 PM Parish Office Phone: 843-249-2356 Fax: 843-249-8514 Office Hours Monday - Thursday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Friday 8:30 AM - 12:00 Noon Website: www.olssnmb.com E-Mail: [email protected]

A Ministry of Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish Sheila Durante, Principal 843-390-4108 web: www.htcatholicschoolmyrtlebeach.com e-mail: [email protected]

Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church

PRAYER AND WORSHIP

Rev. D. Anthony Droze Pastor 843-249-2356 Ext. 17 Rev. Roger Morgan Parochial Vicar 843-249-2356 Ext 23 Rev. J. Orlando Cheverria Jimenez Parochial Vicar 843-249-2356 Ext. 29 Hispanic Ministry Sr. Glafira G. Ortega HCJS 843-249-2356 Ext.29 OLSS Outreach Ministry 843-249-2356 Ext. 13 [email protected] Catholic Charities 855-377-1357 Administrative Offices Business Manager Linda Britzke 843-249-2356 Ext. 10 [email protected] Director of Music Ministry Deb Main 843-249-2356 [email protected] Co-Directors of Religious Education Charlotte Watkins Angel Roesch Hairston 843-249-2356 Ext. 22 [email protected] [email protected] Director of Youth Ministry Doug McCloskey 843-249-2356 [email protected] Faith Formation Ministry Dorothy Foss, Chairperson 843-249-5261 [email protected] Director of Maintenance Steve Speedling 843-249-2356 Ext. 12 [email protected] Office Staff Rosie Plank 843-249-2356 Ext. 11 [email protected] Vicki McCambley 843-249-2356 Ext. 24 [email protected] Lucy Garcia 843-249-2356 Ext. 27 [email protected]

MASS INTENTIONS December 5, 2015 through December 13, 2015 Sun. 12/5 5:00 PM Sun. 12/6 8:00 AM 10:00 AM 12:00 N 1:30 PM Mon. 12/7 8:00 AM 6:00 PM 6:00 PM Tue. 12/8 8:00 AM 8:30 AM 12:00 N Wed. 12/9 8:00 AM 6:00 PM Thu. 12/10 8:00 AM Fri. 12/11 8:00 AM 6:00 PM Sat. 12/12 5:00 PM Sun. 12/13 8:00 AM 10:00 AM 12:00 N 1:30 PM

Bar 5:1-9; Phil 1:4-6; 8-11; Lk 3:1-6 Jack McTiernan
(Wife, Barbara) Bar 5:1-9; Phil 1:4-6; 8-11; Lk 3:1-6 Martha Krasley
(Mr. & Mrs. Paul Gofus & Son, Joseph) Vincent DeLello, Jr.
(Hank & Rosemary Lystad) Pro Populo (for the People of the Parish) Special Intention Is 35:1-10; Lk5:17-26 Margaret Harrington
(Fr. Droze) Donald Heim
(Jim & Marge Garvey) Kay & Matt Wuchina
(Mary Kay & Don Ross) Special Intention @ Church of the Resurrection Gn 3:9-15, 20; Eph 1:3-6, 11-12; Lk 1:26-38 Ray Stebbins
(Wife, Chris) Mary Ann Wintrich
(Family) @ Holy Trinity Pro Populo (for the People of the Parish) Is 40:25-31; Mt 11:28-30 Louis Celano
(Wife, Bea) William Oscar
& Mary Jane Shipley
@ Church of the Resurrection Is 41:13-20; Mt 11:11-15 Eugene M. Sanborn
(Rose Pieroni) Thomas Vance
(Wife, Julia Vance) Robert Pasko
(Nancy & Ed Murray) Is 48:17-19; Mt 11:16-19 Carol Gavin
(Mary & Ralph DeMasi) Eugene Sanborn
(Family) William Oscar
& Mary Jane Shipley
@ Church of the Resurrection Zep 3:14-18a; Phil 4:4-7; Lk 3:10-18 Deceased Members of the Callahan Family
(Henriette Callahan) Zep 3:14-18a; Phil 4:4-7; Lk 3:10-18 Pro Populo (for the People of the Parish) The Savarese Family (Frank & Jo Kudla) Deborah Lystad
(Al & Ginny Brakstad) Special Intention SANCTUARY LAMP INTENTION The sanctuary lamp will burn in memory of Eugene M. Sanborn from Vicki & Joe McCambley. RECENTLY DECEASED Kindly pray for the repose of the soul of the following who recently passed away and all who grieve: David Thomas Wack Barry Shanahan CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS

If you would like to place a Poinsettia in the Sanctuary in Memory or in Honor of a Loved One or for a Special Intention, please call or stop by the Church Office. Each intention is $20.00. The deadline for publishing the intentions in the Christmas Bulletin is December 8, 2015.

Second Sunday of Advent

PRAYER AND WORSHIP ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Adoration is held every Friday after the 8AM Mass until 4:30 PM followed by Benediction.

CELEBRATING THE EUCHARIST

DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET - The Divine Mercy Chaplet is recited Monday through Friday after the 8:00 AM Mass. The Chaplet is recited in the cry room. All are invited. MARIAN MOVEMENT - Cenacle - following Divine Mercy every Wednesday in the Cry Room. ROSARY Rosary prayed every Monday through Friday before the 8:00 AM Mass. All are invited.

ADVENT PENANCE SERVICE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10TH 5:00 PM BLESSED BASIL HOPKO MISSION Blessed Basil Hopko Byzantine Catholic Mission, 3059 Highway90. Conway, SC will have a Divine Liturgy on Tuesday, December 8th at 5:00 PM. Contact Jack Securda at [email protected] or call Jean Wirth at 843-249-9502 for further information.

This Feast Day is celebrated on Friday, December 11th. The program is as follows: 7:00 P.M. Holy Hour & Reenactment 8:00 P.M. Holy Rosary 9:00 P.M. Mass 10:00 P.M. Las Mañanitas All are invited to participate in this great Feast in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Sponsored by the Hispanic Community.

WELCOME THE VISITING MADONNA While we are encouraged to embrace Jesus’ cross, perhaps the next best thing we can do as the faithful is to turn to the Blessed Mother for guidance…”Blessed Mother, please help me.” As human beings, we can’t do everything. But the Blessed Mother can go to her Son Jesus and do wonders. The Knights of Columbus are offering intimate prayer devotions in your own homes to all parishioners so that every family may experience visitation for one week from our Visiting Madonna. Families will begin to experience a sense of peace, quiet and reflection while saying the Rosary as a family with Our Lady. The family that prays together stays together. If you are interested in participating in welcoming the Visiting Madonna, please call Sam Konrad at(843) 399-7003 or email him at [email protected]. This week, The Visiting Madonna will be presented to Bob & Mary Cavanaugh at the 8AM Mass.

The Order of Worship begins at #166 Gathering: On Jordan’s Bank #418 Readings begin at # 996 Psalm: The Lord has done great things for us Gospel Acc.: Advent Acclamation #333 Creed: #174 & also on inside front cover Gifts: Christ Be Our Light #590 Holy, Holy, Holy - A Community Mass #370 Memorial Acclamation #373 Amen #372 Lamb Of God Communion: Jesus Hope of the World #909 Recessional: City of God #766

Our Lady Star of the Sea

Christmas Schedule Immaculate Conception Monday, December 7th Tuesday, December 8th

6:00 PM 8:00 AM & 12:00 Noon

Advent Penance Service Thursday, December 10th 5:00 PM Christmas Eve Thursday, December 24th 4:15 PM Carol Service 5:00 PM Mass 8:00 PM Carol Service 9:00 PM Mass 10:30 PM Spanish Mass Christmas Day Friday, December 25th

9:00 AM

Solemnity, Mary Mother of God Thursday, December 31st 5:00 PM Friday, January 1st 8:00 AM & 12:00 Noon

Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church

CHRISTIAN FORMATION HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL A Ministry of Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish MASS SCHEDULE Mass at Holy Trinity Catholic School Hall will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 8that 8:30am for the Feast of the Immaculate Concep"on. All are invited to a&end. There will be no Mass at the school hall on Wednesday, December 9th. ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PROGRAM The annual Christmas Program presented by Holy Trinity Catholic School students will be held on Thursday, December 17th at 6:30pm. All are invited to a&end this wonderful program. THANKSGIVING FEAST Our Thanksgiving Feast was a great celebra"on for students and teachers. Our gra"tude and apprecia"on goes to Deacon Richard and his wonderful wife Brenda for organizing a fes"ve meal for Holy Trinity Catholic School students, teachers, and staff. Many thanks to all the volunteers who, along with Deacon Richard and Mrs. Brenda, helped cook and serve the yummy meal. Many thanks as well to the 7th and 8th grade students who were a great help in serving the meal to the younger students.

FAITH FORMATION OLSS SPIRITUAL BOOK CLUB

The book club meets the fourth Wednesday of the month from 9:00 to 11:00 AM in the Youth Group Room on the second floor of the Parish Center. All books are available on line. If you do not have access to the internet, contact Kim Balbach. Books will be ordered 2 months prior to the scheduled date of review. With some exceptions, Registration is not necessary. COME WHEN YOU CAN, KNOW WE WILL MISS YOU WHEN YOU CAN'T. SNOW BIRDS WELCOME.

December 9. Advent breakfast - Reservation necessary: Call Kim @ 910-579-1706 or email [email protected] January 27, 2016: Weeds Among The Wheat - Thomas Green S.J. There may be books available in the Gift Shop. February 24: The Ten Commandments, Laws of the Heart - Joan Chittister Guest Facilitator: Mary Miller, D.Ministry. Ms. Miller conducts retreats, workshops, days of reflection and is on the ancillary staff at Mepkin Abbey. Mary is also a spiritual director. March 16: The Church of Mercy - Pope Francis April 27: Selected writings of Flannery O’Connor Guest Facilitator: Fr. Roger Morgan If you will be attending, you need to REGISTER by March 1. Materials will be provided for those registered by that date. May 25: The Gift of Peace - Cardinal Bernadin Guest Faciliator: Dorothy Foss For Registrations or to order books (2 months in advance of the scheduled date) or for any questions, please call Kim Balbach @ 910-579-1706.

COME LISTEN AND EXPERIENCE “BABETTE’S FEAST” When: Tuesday, December 8, 2015 Where: Banquet Hall Time: 6:00 PM You are invited to join Fr. Roger Morgan who will give a brief presentation on the Spirituality of Food and Feasting, followed by the showing of Pope Francis’ favorite film, “Babette’s Feast”. We look forward to your presence at this outstanding evening event. CATHOLICISM SERIES Presenter: Most Rev. Robert Barron Come journey with this newly named Bishop and world renown theologian and experience the beauty and truth of the Catholic Faith illustrated in a rich multimedia experience through 50 locations and 15 countries. These are must see presentations with the single most followed Catholic leader in social media after Pope Francis. When: January 19, 2016 - 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM February 16, 2016 - 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM March 2016 - Holy Week - No Session Place: Room A and B Please call Dotty Foss at (843) 249-5261 if you have any questions and to "register."

Second Sunday of Advent

CHRISTIAN FORMATION

Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church

COMMUNITY BUILDING THIS WEEK Mon. Dec. 7

Legion of Mary 9:00 - 10:00AM Prayer Shawl Ministry - 10AM –12N Board Games & Cards 12:00 Noon - 4:00PM Rosary Group - 2:30 - 4:00PM Immaculate Conception Vigil Mass - 6:00PM Our Lady of Guadalupe Novena 7:00 to 8:30PM Narcotics Anonymous 8:00 - 9:00PM Tue. Dec. 8 Immaculate Conception Masses - 8AM & 12N Church Office Closed Fr. Morgan’s Talk - 6:00PM Our Lady of Guadalupe Novena 7:00 to 8:30PM RCIA 7:00 - 9:00 PM Hispanic Marriage Prep - 6:30 - 8:30PM Hispanic RICA 7:00 - 9:00PM Hispanic AA Meeting 7:00 - 9:00 PM Hispanic Al - Anon Meeting 7:00 - 9:00 PM Wed. Dec. 9 Quilters 9:00 - 12:00PM CCD 6:00 - 7:00 PM Hispanic Bible Study 6:00 - 7:15PM Our Lady of Guadalupe Novena 7:00 to 8:30PM Narcotics Anonymous 8:00 - 9:00PM Thur. Dec. 10 Thrift Store Drop Off 9:30 - 11:30AM Catholic Scripture Study 9:30 - 11:30AM AA Meeting 12:00 Noon - 1:00PM Our Lady’s Kitchen 4:30 - 6:00PM Penance Service - 5:00 PM Boy Scouts 6:00 - 7:30PM Our Lady of Guadalupe Novena 7:00 to 8:30PM K of C - 6:30 - 8:30PM Fri. Dec. 11 Eucharistic Adoration 8:30 - 4:30 PM Church Office Closes at Noon Benediction 4:30 - 5:00 PM Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebration (See Bulletin for details ~ Program conducted in Spanish) Sat. Dec. 12 Church Cleaners - between 6:30 -10:00 AM AA Meeting 8:30 - 10:00 AM Next Sunday Our Knights of Columbus are having the last collection of the year to help special needs children who suffer from mental and physical disabilities. Please enjoy a Tootsie Roll and help these very special kids. VIRTUS ”PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN” The Diocese of Charleston and Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church are committed to ensuring the safety of all children and vulnerable adults. All priests, deacons, sisters, staff members, and all volunteers who have any contact whatsoever with children and other vulnerable persons are required to be trained through VIRTUS in how to provide a safe environment. These same people receive background screenings in addition to education on how to make the safest environment possible. Diocesan Office of Child Protection Service: (843) 261-0430 Diocesan Victim Assistance:(800) 921-8122. OLSS Safe Environment Coordinator: 843-249-2356.

ANGEL TREE PROJECT The goal of The Angel Tree Project, is to provide needed items such as clothing, personal items, small gifts, toys and food for local families in need. The CCD program is asking for help from our parish for this project. The families of CCD students are also contributing to this project. Please take a tag from the Angel Tree and return the gift requested wrapped with the ID number that is on the tag on the gift. The last date to turn in the gifts is December 13, 2015. Gifts can be left in the narthex at the tree or turned in at the church office. God Bless, Charlotte Watkins

A REMINDER ABOUT AN INVITATION What: A baby shower for needy Moms. When: Anytime between Nov. 28 & Dec. 20 Where: In the Church Cry Room Drop your gift (an unwrapped, new baby necessity like diapers, booties, etc.) in the bassinet. In advance, THANK YOU from the Sisters of the Felican Center in Kingstree for these much needed gifts. ARE YOU BEING CALLED TO THE MINISTRY OF LECTOR? Readers of the Word share in a sacred process. Those who are privileged to read at the liturgy help to present the Word to the assembly. Our mission entails a great responsibility. At Mass, readers serve as a bridge between the Scriptures and the faithful. If you feel that you are willing to commit yourself to undertake this sacred ministry and the spiritual preparation and discipline it takes to enable Scripture to become the Living Word, prayerfully consider becoming a lector at Our Lady Star of the Sea parish. interested in pursuing this ministry further, please call Joanne & Joe Morrone at 843399-1605 or Julia Hungerford at 843-249-3072 for more information.

LEGION OF MARY ROSARY & BENEDICTION Sunday, December 6 - 3:00 PM All are cordially invited to participate in the Seven Sorrows Rosary which will be distributed at this gathering of prayer for all families suffering throughout the world during this Year of Mercy.

Second Sunday of Advent

COMMUNITY BUILDING Our Lady Star of the Sea Ladies Guild Annual Card Party/Luncheon to benefit Mobile Meals of the North Strand Monday, February 1, 2016, from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish Center Banquet Hall ENTRÉE (Choose One) 1. Roast Beef, Ham, Smoked Turkey, Provolone, Lettuce, Tomato, Lite Mayo & Spicy Brown Mustard on a 6” Wheat Hoagie 2. Chicken Salad Croissant with Lettuce and Sliced Ripe Tomatoes 3. Grilled Chicken Salad (Fresh Greens, Dried Cranberries, Honey Roasted Almonds, Gorgonzola Cheese, Fresh Tomatoes, Cucumbers with Sherry Shallot Dressing) DESSERT (Choose One) (A) Cheesecake (B) Carrot Cake Iced Tea, Lemonade and Coffee $18.00 Per Person 1. 2. 3. 4.

NAME LUNCH/DESSERT CHOICE TYPE OF GAME ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please fill out the names and choices and drop off with checks payable to “OLSS Ladies Guild” at the church office, the January Guild Meeting or call Helen Franco at 843-399-1501 or Marilee Toomey at 843-249-3599.

DEADLINE: January 25, 2016

MOBILE MEALS OF NORTH STRAND This is the 25th year of the Mobile Meals fundraising card party luncheon. The first card party was held in 1992. Mobile Meals of North Strand started in 1984 and is supported by nine local churches including Barefoot Community Church, First Baptist, King of Glory Lutheran, Lakeside Baptist, Little River United Methodist Church, Ocean Drive Presbyterian, Our Lady Star of the Sea, St. Stephens Episcopal and Trinity United Methodist Church as well The United Way. The churches provide volunteers to deliver the meals five days a week. Less than 20% are able to pay. The others receive their meals at no cost only due to the generosity of people like you. As of 2006, Mobile Meals of North Strand has delivered over 300,000 meals to the homebound.

PLEASE COME AND JOIN THE FUN ON FEBRUARY 1, 2016! Matthew 25:40

****UPCOMING BULLETIN ARTICLES**** Please note the following schedule for submitting articles for the bulletin during the upcoming Holidays: December 27th Bulletin - Articles must be submitted prior to Thursday, December 17th. January 3rd Bulletin - Articles must be submitted prior to Tuesday, December 22nd.

EVANGELZATION R.C.I.A. The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults The R.C.I.A. is a process of spiritual conversion and growth, over time, in one’s relationship with God and the Church. It is a faith journey where adults are fully welcomed into the Catholic Church. If you’re interested in exploring a relationship with Jesus Christ; inquiring about the Catholic Church; becoming Catholic; and being fully initiated into the Catholic Church through the celebration of the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation & Eucharist, WE WELCOME YOU! For more information about the R.C.I.A. process, please contact Deacon Bob at the Church Office.

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SOCIAL OUTREACH

STEWARDSHIP

THANKSGIVING DINNER

SECOND COLLECTION THIS WEEKEND Capital Reserve Account

Our 5 Annual OLSS Thanksgiving Dinner was a wonderful time for all. We were blessed with a beautiful, warm, sunny day. Our church community and friends enjoyed a delicious meal and the fellowship of one another. Over 200 guests were served all of whom commented on how tasty the food was. Thank You to all the many volunteers, parishioners and church personnel who donated so much of their time to help make the dinner such a success and a fun time for everyone. Thank You to all our community and friends who generously contributed financially and provided gifts to help make the dinner so enjoyable. May God continue to bless each of you. With God’s blessings, OLSS Thanksgiving Team

OLSS LIFE CHANGING MINISTRY Please Take Me Shopping With You

Your Help Is A Blessing To Those In Need

Can Tomato Prod.

Can Potatoes

Box Mashed Potato

Salad Dressing

Hamburger Helper

Grits / Rice

Tuna / Chicken

Cereal, Hot or Cold

Peanut Butter/Jelly

Cake/Cookie Mix

Catsup, Mayo, Mustard

Pancake Mix/Syrup

Saltine Crackers

Canned Spam

Can Vegetables Mac & Cheese Can Fruit

“For I was Hungry and you gave me food…”

OLSS OUTREACH MINISTRY Thank you for your continued support for OUR LADY’S KITCHEN and our families in the Food Distribution Program. Our need is still great. Many have had hours cut from work, putting another strain on the family income this winter season. Our Food Security program and Our Lady’s Kitchen has been a real life support for the families who struggle to make ends meet. Your financial donations and food contributions are our only means of support for this growing need in the North Myrtle Beach Communities. These programs could not exist without You Thank You, and May God Continue to Bless You..

Next Weekend - Retirement Fund for Religious Collection Dear Friends in Christ, Soon our parishes will be conducting the Retirement Fund for Religious Collection. This annual appeal benefits some 33,000 senior Catholic sisters, brothers, and religious order priests women and men who have consecrated their lives to serving God and the Church. During this Year of Consecrated Life, Pope Francis calls on the faithful to recognize the special witness that consecrated women and men offer our Church and world. In a letter marking the inauguration of this special year, he says, “I ask the whole Christian People to be increasingly aware of the gift which is the presence of our many consecrated men and women.” He goes on to note the spiritual influence that religious such as Saint Benedict and Saint Teresa of Avila continue to have on our Church and faith today. As we reflect on the saints of the past, many of us may also recall women and men religious whom we would consider saints in our day. With gratitude, we remember the sister who patiently helped us learn our multiplication tables or the brother who coached our high school team, teaching us that faith must be lived out even on the basketball court. Today, many of these sisters, brothers and religious order priests - these saints in our midst are elderly. While some continue in volunteer ministry, others are frail and need care. Most worked for years for small stipends, leaving their religious communities without adequate savings to meet growing retirement and eldercare needs. So I ask you to join with Pope Francis in acknowledging the gift of consecrated life. Please pray for God’s blessing on all religious and give generously to the Retirement for Religious. In the Lord’s Peace Most Rev. Robert E. Guglielmone Bishop of Charleston

ONLINE GIVING You may now update your Monthly Donations for 2016 by going to our website, www.olssnmb.com, click on the Online Giving button, log in and edit your page. Remember - You do not need to edit your Regular Donations since they are recurring donations. For assistance or information, call the church office. If you have never used the convenience of Online Giving, why not make your life simpler and give it a try for the New Year. Go to www.olssnmb.com, click on the Online Giving button, and follow the instructions. If you do not have a computer or are not comfortable using one, paper forms are available in the church office and we will do all the work for you. * Direct Debit from your checking, savings, credit or debit card * Recurring or one-time donations * Your complete online giving history available to you 24/7 * All payment information is encrypted * PC1 Level 1 Compliant Service Provider

Iglesia Católica Nuestra Señora Estrella del Mar SEGUNDO DOMINGO DE ADVIENTO

SEGUNDO DOMINGO DE ADVIENTO (San Lucas 3,1-6) Queridos Hermanos: En este Segundo Domingo de Adviento, nos encontramos con la figura importante de San Juan Bautista. Su predicación tuvo gran éxito y atrajo gran multitud de personas. Su mensaje es de penitencia y conversión, como preparación a la venida del Mesías: Jesús el Señor. Juan Bautista, es un hombre que no posee dinero ni fama, pero es el único que escucha la palabra de Dios y se convierte en gran predicador o precursor, es decir prepara los caminos del señor, y todo el pueblo lo escucha con agrado y gran interés. Es de gran importancia escuchar al pobre, al humilde, para poder entrar en la conversión y ver que ya viene la salvación de Dios. Escuchar a la persona que nos grita desde el desierto de su pobreza, es siempre escuchar una llamada a la conversión y santidad. Hoy un grito doloroso resuena en nuestra sociedad; es el clamor de los pobres, los indefensos, los atropellados por la injusticia, los manipulados, los emigrantes, quienes carecen de trabajo. Es una voz que nos urge a socializar más nuestra vida y a empeñarnos en nuevos proyectos y caminos que conduzcan a una sociedad distinta, organizada no en función de los intereses de unos privilegiados, sino de las necesidades de los débiles e indefensos. Esa voz nos habla de allanar, enderezar, igualar. Solo así podremos ver todos la salvación de Dios. Vivimos más y mejor informados que nunca, sin embargo, cada vez son más, quienes no encuentran sentido a la vida. Hoy es posible una comunicación rápida y eficaz entre las personas, sin embargo, cada vez más, somos más incapaces de entablar diálogo de amistad, amor y fraternidad. La sociedad está cada vez más equipada para luchar contra el dolor y la enfermedad, sin embargo, parece ser, que las personas se sienten más débiles para enfrentarse al sufrimiento y contrariedades de la vida. Cada vez, son mayores las posibilidades de viajar y divertirse, sin embargo, sigue creciendo el número de personas deprimidas e insatisfechas. Hemos olvidado que la vida se nos presenta como un proyecto que tenemos que ir realizando diariamente. Y la clave está en tener como punto de referencia a Jesucristo. De ahí la importancia de escuchar y vivir las palabras de San Juan Bautista: "Preparad el camino del Señor". Pidámosle a la Virgen María, para que Ella, nos ayude a vivir la conversión y santidad, luchando siempre por construir una sociedad digna, solidaria y justa. Dios los bendiga. Padre Orlando.

EVANGELIZACION CATEQUESIS PARA ADULTOS (R.I.C.A.) Rito de Iniciación Cristiana de Adultos es un proceso de conversión y crecimiento espiritual, que toma tiempo, en nuestra relación con Dios y la Iglesia. Es un camino de fe donde los adultos están totalmente bienvenidos en la Iglesia Católica. Si usted está interesado en la exploración de una relación con Jesucristo y se a preguntado acerca de la Iglesia Católica, o convirtiéndose a la fe católica, la iniciación en la Iglesia Católica a través de la celebración de los sacramentos del Bautismo, Confirmación y Eucaristía. LE DAMOS UNA CORDIAL BIENVENIDA! Para obtener más información acerca del proceso, R.I.C.A. por favor póngase en contacto El

con la Hermana Glafira Ortega a los teléfonos 843-742-0341 o 249-2356.

Segundo Domingo De Adviento

COMPARATIENDO NOTICIAS…..

FIESTA DE NUESTRA SEÑORA DE GUADALUPE Se realizará la Fiesta en Honor a Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Viernes 11 de Diciembre.

NACIMIENTO DEL NIÑO DIOS Se celebrará la Santa Misa, en honor al Nacimiento de Jesús. El Día Jueves 24 de Diciembre a las 10:30 P.M. (A las 10 y treinta de la Noche). Cordialmente invitados.

7:00 P.M. Hora Santa. 8:00 P.M. Santo Rosario. 9:00 P.M. Santa Misa. 10:00 P.M. Mañanitas y Programa Cultural Cordialmente todos invitados. SAN JUAN DIEGO

El 9 de diciembre honramos a San Juan Diego. Un humilde nativo americano se convirtió al cristianismo, Juan Diego recibió la visita de la Santísima Virgen en el cerro del Tepeyac en México en 1531. Ella lo envió a pedir al obispo que construyera una capilla para ella, y le pidió a Juan que recogiera rosas como una señal. Cuando dejo caer las rosas de su tilma (capa) ante el obispo, la imagen de la Virgen quedo grabada la cual se puede ver hoy en día. Millones de personas se convirtieron al cristianismo como resultado de la aparición de Nuestra Madre La Virgen de Guadalupe.

QUINCEAÑERA Para la celebración de una Quinceañera, los papás y familiares deben informar al Padre Orlando, al 843-226-6958 o al 843-249-8514 mínimo tres meses de anticipación, para hacer la preparación necesaria. CORO Practica del coro todos los Jueves a las 8:00 PM después de la Hora Santa les invitamos a participar CONFESIONES Las Confesiones se realizarán todos los Domingos después de Misa o por cita, favor llamar al Padre Orlando, si necesita el Sacramento de la Confesión. OLSS Tienda de Libros & Regalos Horario de la tienda de: Lunes - Viernes 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM y antes y después de las misas de fin de semana E-Mail: [email protected] / 843-249-2356 Ext.16

EXPOSICION DEL SANTISIMO Todos los Jueves hay Hora Santa, Exposición y Bendición con el Santísimo. A las 7:00 PM. INFORMACION

Si necesita alguna información para algún Sacramento o alguna Celebración Litúrgica, favor comunicarse con el Padre Orlando Cheverria, Teléf.: 843-226-6958 EL SANTO ROSARIO Si alguien desea llevar la imagen de la Virgen de Guadalupe y rezar el santo rosario durante la semana por favor llamar a Esmeralda Alfaro al 843-421-5291.

BAUTISMOS La próxima clase para la preparación del sacramento del Bautismo, será el ultimo Martes del mes a las 6:30 P.M. (Seis y treinta de la tarde). Deben asistir papás y padrinos. Los padrinos deben ser católicos y casados por la Iglesia Católica, o solteros. (Favor no traer niños porque hacen mucho ruido). Los papás deben hablar antes de la preparación, con el Padre Orlando. MATRIMONIOS Las parejas que deseen contraer el Sacramento del Matrimonio, deben informar al Padre Orlando, mínimo con 6 meses de anticipación, para comenzar la preparación necesaria. Preparación de Parejas para el Sacramento del Matrimonio el 2ndo Martes de cada mes a las 6:30 P.M. Favor no traer niños.