The liturgical season of Advent, begins
this year on November 30,
It marks the time of spiritual preparation for the coming of Jesus anew at Christmas. It is also the beginning of a
new liturgical year.
The liturgical vestments are usually purple, and an Advent wreath is displayed prominently in the sanctuary of the Church. The circle of the Advent wreath represents that God is so great that God never had a beginning and
will never have an end, and reminds us of the eternity of God’s love for us and for all humanity. The four candles of the Advent wreath, three purple and one pink (joy) represent the hope, peace, joy and love that God sends through His Son, Jesus.
Let us take time this Advent season to slow down and spend some additional time in prayer as we reflect on the presence of Jesus in our lives and the meaning of His coming.
Gratefully acknowledging that God gives us all, we each
willingly offer our unique gifts to one another and all
creation in the Spirit of Jesus Christ.
Please join us for Morning Mass on Thanksgiving Day.
At the conclusion of Mass, as is our tradition, we will distribute blessed bread and a Prayer of Thanksgiving
for you to share at your Thanksgiving meal.
We look forward to welcoming you!