Greetings from Fr. Dave

Onward through Advent we go! One of the big themes of Advent is hope. Our Pre-K teacher in our school led faculty prayer on Monday morning with these quotes from children about the meaning of hope. They capture it well!
 

“I think hope is when you wish for something to go a certain way, and sometimes you have to wait for a long time.”
 
“Hope is a thing that makes you feel kind of good inside, sort of like you’re going to get a gift.”
 
“Hope is talking to God every day, expecting an answer.”
 
“Hope is being satisfied with what God has given you.”

 
As we announced last weekend, the Feast of the Immaculate Conception gets bumped this year since it falls on a Sunday. It is moved to the following day and is not a Holy Day of Obligation as a result. If you wish to join us for Mass that day, we will have our usual 8:15am Mass, and will also have the school Mass that day at 2:15pm. Please note, there will be no school Mass on December 11 ^th as a result.
 
Our school Christmas concert is on Tuesday, December 10 ^th at 6:00pm in the church. If you need a boost to get into the spirit of the season, let me recommend this! Our kids do a great job of inspiring everyone with their joy, their enthusiasm, and their musical skills. You will not be disappointed!
 

Blessings to Mika Jeschke, who was baptized last week!
 
Last week, funeral services were held for Ailish Brandon. May her soul and all the souls of the faithful departed, rest in peace.