Upcoming Events at St. Francis de Sales - Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
Feast of St. Francis de Sales – January 24
“I spent today in the company of St. Francis de Sales, my gentlest of saints. What a magnificent figure of a man, priest and bishop. If I were like him, I would not mind even if they made me pope … I have read his life so many times. His counsels are so acceptable to my heart. By the light of his example I feel more inclined towards humility, gentleness and calm. My life, so the Lord tells me, must be a perfect copy of that of St. Francis de Sales if I wish it to bear good fruit. Nothing extraordinary in me or in my behavior, except my way of doing ordinary things – ‘all ordinary things but done in no ordinary way.’ A great burning love for Jesus Christ and his Church, unalterable serenity of mind, wonderful gentleness with my fellow men, that is all.” Pope John XXIII
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Upcoming Events at St. Francis de Sales - January 8 - Epiphany
Feast of St Francis de Sales Pot Luck Dinner Saturday, January 21 at 6:00 pm in School Gym
Mark your calendar. We will be having a Parish Potluck Dinner to celebrate our Feast day. This will be a great chance to meet new friends and catch up with old friends. Bring you favorite food to share, enough for your family and a few more. Bring casseroles, meat dishes, vegetarian dishes, salads and desserts. We need to know how many to set up for. Please pick up tickets for your family at the entrance of the Church by the DVD table, this weekend and next weekend. Pick up tickets early as space is limited.
Coffee Break Women’s Bible Study
We will resume our Wednesday morning gatherings on February 1, 2012 at 9:00 am when we will begin a study on “The Passion of Jesus”. This is an 8-week Francis Hogan DVD series which will take us up to Holy Week. There is no cost for this study. We hope that many will be able to join us!
New Bible Study on Mondays
Beginning a new Bible study – Revelation: The Kingdom Yet To Come. This group will meet on Monday afternoons at 2:30 pm, beginning January 9, 2012 in the SFDS church hall. If you are interested in attending, please call Jane at 604-299-2736 or Marguerite at 604-434-1328.
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Upcoming Events at St. Francis de Sales - January 1 - Mary, Mother of God
Saturday, December 31 – New Year’s Eve
9:00 am – Morning Mass
5:00 pm – Evening Mass
Holy Hour from 11:00 pm – midnight
Sunday, January 1, 2012
New Year’s Day the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Holy Day of Obligation
9:00 am Mass
11:00 am Mass
7:00 pm Mass
Monday, January 2, 2012
9:00 am – Morning Mass
Lunches for the Poor and Homeless of Burnaby
St Francis de Sales provides 50 bagged lunches once a month for the homeless and poor of Burnaby. The lunches for January will be prepared on Wednesday January 4, 2012 at 1:00 pm in the church hall and given out the next day Thursday, January 5, 2012 at the Southside Community church. We are looking for both volunteers to help prepare the lunches and for donations of juice boxes, margarine, mayonnaise, sandwich meat both canned and freshly sliced, cheese, apple sauce,. If you would like to volunteer or donate contact the Church office at 604-434-1328.
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Upcoming Events at St. Francis de Sales - December 25 - Nativity of the Lord
From the Pastor
Christmas is the time of the year when we in a special way reflect on the presence of God dwelling amongst us and what that means for our lives. The joy and peace of knowing that God chose to become one of us, so that we would always be bonded to each other in a very special way, is the reality of our redemption. Consequently, the Christmas Season gives us the opportunity through the sacraments of Penance and Eucharist, prayers of thanksgiving, and acts of charity to unite ourselves more closely to Him in order to experience this joy and peace in our lives more profoundly. My prayer for you this Christmas is that this joy and peace will pervade your lives this Christmas Season and throughout the whole year.
Christmas & New Year’s Mass Schedule
Saturday, December 24 – Christmas Eve
9:00 am – Morning Mass
6:00 pm – Family Mass
9:00 pm – ASL/Interpreted Mass for the Deaf
12:00 am –Midnight Mass Carol singing will begin ½ hour before all Masses
Sunday, December 25 – Christmas Day
9:00 am
11:00 am
NO 7:00 pm Mass
Monday, December 26
9:00 am – Morning Mass
Saturday, December 31 – New Year’s Eve
9:00 am – Morning Mass
5:00 pm – Evening Mass
Holy Hour from 11:00 pm – midnight
Sunday, January 1, 2012
New Year’s Day the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Holy Day of Obligation
9:00 am Mass
11:00 am Mass
7:00 pm Mass
Monday, January 2, 2012
9:00 am – Morning Mass
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Upcoming Events at St. Francis de Sales - December 18 - Fourth Sunday of Advent
Advent Penitential Services
Our Parish Penitential Service will take place on December 20th at 7:00 pm. If you are unable to attend please feel free to attend another service in our Deanery.
December 18 – St. Michael’s
December 19 – Our Lady of Assumption; Holy Spirit
December 20 – St. Francis de Sales; St. Luke’s
December 21 – Our Lady of Lourdes; All Saint’s
December 21 – Sts. Cyril & Methodius
December 22 – Our Lady of Fatima
Christmas & New Year’s Mass Schedule
Saturday, December 24 – Christmas Eve
9:00 am – Morning Mass
6:00 pm – Family Mass
9:00 pm – ASL/Interpreted Mass for the Deaf
12:00 am –Midnight Mass Carol singing will begin ½ hour before all Masses
Sunday, December 25 – Christmas Day
9:00 am
11:00 am
NO 7:00 pm Mass
Monday, December 26
9:00 am – Morning Mass
Saturday, December 31 – New Year’s Eve
9:00 am – Morning Mass
5:00 pm – Evening Mass
Holy Hour from 11:00 pm – midnight
Sunday, January 1, 2012
New Year’s Day the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Holy Day of Obligation
9:00 am Mass
11:00 am Mass
7:00 pm Mass
Monday, January 2, 2012
9:00 am – Morning Mass
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Upcoming Events at St. Francis de Sales - December 11 - Third Sunday of Advent
Holly Jolly
Thank you for all your generous support of our annual Holly Jolly Dinner Auction held last weekend. The evening was a great success! Holly Jolly Sponsors
From dinner to raffles and draws to the auction a fabulous time was had by all. Many thanks again to our Guest of Honour, Susana da Silva. This event could not happen without our parish’s support and we thank you for your many contributions. Have a very Merry Christmas!
Congratulations to the following 2011 Holly Jolly Raffle Winners
School Christmas Concert
This will take place Tuesday, December 13 at 7:00 pm sharp at the Church. Admission is by donation only. The proceeds will go to Covenant House and the St. Vincent de Paul Parish Christmas hampers. Parishioners are invited to attend the dress rehearsal at 9:15 am on Tuesday, December 13.
Knights of Columbus
Please join us next Sunday, December 18 following the 9:00 & 11:00 am Masses for the famous Knights of Columbus pancake breakfast.
Advent Penitential Services
Our Parish Penitential Service will take place on December 20 at 7:00 pm. If you are unable to attend please feel free to attend another service in our Deanery.
December 12 – St. Joseph’s
December 13 – St. Patrick’s
December 15 – Our Lady Mercy; St. Clare’s; St. Peter’s
December 16 – Our Lady of Lourdes
December 18 – St. Michael’s
December 19 – Our Lady of Assumption; Holy Spirit
December 20 – St. Francis de Sales; St. Luke’s
December 21 – All Saint’s; Sts. Cyril & Methodius
December 22 – Our Lady of Fatima
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Upcoming Events at St. Francis de Sales - December 4 - Second Sunday of Advent
Light Up For Christ
Tuesday, December 6 everyone is invited to the Knights of Columbus annual “Light up for Christ.” Children, their parents and all members of the parish will gather to bless the tree on top of the church and sing carols for Advent. We will meet in the church for a short prayer service at 7:45 pm and then Father will lead us outside to bless the tree, after which St. Nicholas will appear with his companions to give treats to the children. We will be serving hot chocolate and cookies in the gym. Please bring a donation of non-perishable food item for the Christmas Hampers.
Advent Penitential Services
Our Parish Penitential Service will take place on December 20th at 7:00 pm. If you are unable to attend please feel free to attend another service in our Deanery.
December 12 – St. Joseph’s
December 13 – St. Patrick’s
December 15 – Our Lady Mercy; St. Clare’s; St. Peter’s
December 16 – Our Lady of Lourdes
December 18 – St. Michael’s
December 19 – Our Lady of Assumption; Holy Spirit
December 20 – St. Francis de Sales; St. Luke’s
December 21 – All Saint’s; Sts. Cyril & Methodius
December 22 – Our Lady of Fatima
CWL CHRISTMAS DINNER – Thursday, December 8
Ham, scalloped potatoes, etc., desserts and punch. Doors open at 5:30 pm, Dinner at 6:00 pm. Gifts, door prizes and more! Husband/friend of a CWL member is also welcome. Cost $15.00 per person. Tickets are available after all Masses this weekend and from the church office. No tickets will be sold at the door as we need to know the number attending in advance for catering purposes.
Morning of Reflection for Advent
The Catholic Women’s League invites members of our parish community to join us for a morning of reflection on Saturday, December 10, we will meet for 9:00 am Mass. Then we will join Father Nixon, in the parish hall, where he will speak to us on the topic, “The Word Became Flesh”. The morning will also include fellowship and refreshments. We look forward to parishioners joining us for this occasion during the Advent season.
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Upcoming Events at St. Francis de Sales - November 27 - First Sunday of Advent
Sandwiches for the Homeless & Poor of Burnaby
St. Francis de Sales provides 50 bagged lunches once a month for the homeless and poor of Burnaby. The lunches for December will be prepared on Wednesday, December 7 at 1:00 pm in the church hall and given out the next day Thursday, December 8 at the Southside Community church. We are looking for both volunteers to help prepare the lunches and for donations of juice boxes, margarine, mayonnaise, sandwich meat both canned and freshly sliced, cheese, apple sauce, and fresh fruit. If you would like to volunteer or donate, contact the Church office at 604-434-1328.
St. Vincent de Paul – Christmas Hampers 2011-Two weeks left!
Please grab a TAG from the tree. There is a list of suggestions for Gift Cards at the tree in the entrance. Please drop your Gift Cards in the collection basket or the rectory during office hours. We are still collecting food so please bring an item(s) for the hampers in the next two weeks.
Note: Hampers are delivered to our families on December 10th so they can prepare for their Christmas. If you have questions or to sign up for a hamper, please call the St Vincent de Paul’s confidential helpline 604- 434-3699. Thank you and God bless.
Holly Jolly Dinner Auction – December 3 – from 5:30 to 11:00 pm
Doors open at 5:30 pm. Tickets are going fast! Don’t miss out on this fantastic evening of dinner, entertainment and good fun! Many opportunities to win great prizes!
Donations are still gratefully accepted. Tickets are $35 each or $250 for a table of eight. Please join us for this parish and school community event. Our Guest of Honour is Susana da Silva, CBC News Vancouver Late Night Anchor. See you there!
CFC Seniors’ Christmas Party
Couples for Christ will be hosting a Christmas party for the parish seniors on Friday, December 2 from 4:00-10:30 pm in the Church hall.
CWL Christmas Dinner
Thursday, December 8 – Ham, scalloped potatoes, desserts, etc. and punch. Doors open at 5:30 pm, dinner at 6:00 pm. Gifts, door prizes, 50/50 draw and more! Husband/friend of a CWL member is also welcome. Cost – $15.00 per person. Tickets will be available at all Masses (except the Sunday evening of the Grey Cup).
Morning of Reflection for Advent
The Catholic Women’s League invites members of our parish community to join us for a morning of reflection on Saturday, December 10, we will meet for 9:00 am Mass. Then we will join Father Nixon, in the parish hall, where he will speak to us on the topic, “The Word Became Flesh”. The morning will also include fellowship and refreshments. We look forward to parishioners joining us for this occasion during the Advent season.
For more information about events happening at our parish please read our Sunday Bulletin
Upcoming Events at St. Francis de Sales - November 20 - Christ the King
Holly Jolly Dinner Auction -December 3, 2011 – 5:30-11:00 pm.
►50/50 draw
►Lucky Squares – Canucks Prize Pack ($420 Value): Two tickets vs Calgary Flames (Dec. 23) and a CCM “Vintage Hockey” Vancouver Canucks Team Classic Jersey
►Silent Auction – items to fit every budget!
►Live Auction – featuring classroom projects, Canucks tickets, art work by Barb Lussier, a privately catered dinner (up to 8 people) with Award winning chef Robert Arciaga and more!
Donations are still gratefully accepted. Tickets are $35 each or $250 for a table of eight. Please join us for this parish and school community event. Our Guest of Honour is Susana da Silva, CBC News Vancouver Late Night Anchor. See you there!
St. Vincent de Paul – Christmas Hampers 2011
Please grab a TAG from the tree. There is a list of suggestions for Gift Cards at the tree in the entrance. Please drop your Gift Cards in the collection basket or the rectory during office hours. We are still collecting food so please bring an item(s) for the hampers in the next three weeks.
Note: Hampers are delivered to our families on December 10th so they can prepare for their Christmas. If you have questions or to sign up for a hamper, please call the St Vincent de Paul’s confidential helpline 604- 434-3699. Thank you and God bless.
Catholic Women’s League
Memorial Mass
Sunday, November 27 at 9:00 am honouring our deceased CWL members. A breakfast for the CWL ladies will be served by the Knights in the church hall after the Mass. If you have not been contacted about attending, please call Marg Surinak 604 434 8027 as we need to know the number for catering purposes.
Book and Gift Sale
New books, CD’s, gift ideas etc., that were left over from the CWL Bazaar, will still be available in the church hall this Sunday, November 20 after the 9:00 am and 11:00 am Masses.
Christmas Dinner Tickets
Tickets will be on sale starting this weekend at the 9:00 am and 11:00 am Masses. The date is Thursday, December 8 at 6:00 pm.
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Upcoming Events at St. Francis de Sales - November 13 - Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
Holly Jolly Dinner Auction – December 3, 2011 from 5:30-11:00 pm.
Tickets on sale now! $35 per person or $250 for a table of eight. Don’t miss out on this entertaining, festive and fun evening. Tickets on sale after all masses and are available online at www.sfdsstore.ca. Evening to include dinner catered by the Dutchmen caterers, live entertainment and silent and live auction. Guest of honour is Susana da Silva, CBC Anchor and SFdS Alumnus. There will also be a Grand Raffle (cash prizes of $750, $500 and $250) and Lucky Squares (Canucks prize pack: two home game tickets and a jersey)! Tickets for these are also available at the back of the church following all masses. Donations for the silent auction are still most welcome, please place your contributions in the box at the entrance to the church. Thank you!
St. Vincent de Paul – Christmas Hampers 2011 – Gift Cards
You’ll notice a TREE in the entrance of the church. These different TREE TAGS are labeled with the age/gender of the family member. By giving our families appropriate GIFT CARDS, we believe the gift becomes more personal because our families can choose and buy what is really needed. There is a list of suggestions for Gift Cards at the tree in the entrance. Please drop your Gift Cards in the collection basket or at the rectory during office hours. Food collection starts soon so please bring an item(s) for the hampers. Note: Hampers are delivered to our families on December 10th so they can prepare for their Christmas. If you have questions or to sign up for a hamper, please call the St Vincent de Paul’s confidential helpline 604- 434-3699. Thank you and God bless.
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Upcoming Events at St. Francis de Sales - October 30 - Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time
All Souls Day Masses – Wednesday, November 2 at 8:15 am & 7:30 pm.
Evening Mass will include a service of light. Parishioners will be invited to light a candle and place it near the altar in memory of their departed family and friends.
All Souls Day Envelopes
Are available on the tables at the entrance of the church this weekend. Masses will be offered (either here in the parish, or given to Mission Priests) for each envelope received.
The Book of Life
November is the month that we remember Holy Souls in a special way. We will remember our beloved departed by way of the general intercessions at Mass and also with the Book of Life that will be displayed in the Sanctuary during the month. Each family is invited to prepare a page for the Book of Life. New families may add their pages and all other parishioners may keep their pages up to date. We will provide some sheets cut to size or you may prepare your own, write in the names of your departed relatives and friends and then add your page to a blank sheet in the book.
Apples for DVD’s
We will be selling apples this weekend and the next to raise money for our DVD Loan Library. We wish to provide the parish with quality Catholic DVDs and CDs for children and adults. Apples are fresh from the Okanagan and are $5.00 a bag.
h3.Lunches for the Poor and Homeless of Burnaby
St Francis de Sales provides 50 bagged lunches once a month for the homeless and poor of Burnaby. The lunches for November will be prepared on Wednesday, November 2 at 1:00 pm in the church hall and given out the next day Thursday November 3rd, 2011 at the Southside Community church. We are looking for both volunteers to help prepare the lunches and for donations of juice boxes, sandwich meat, cheese, fresh fruit, etc. If you would like to volunteer or donate contact the Church office at 604 434 1328.
5th Annual Holly Jolly Event
St. Francis de Sales Holly Jolly Dinner & Auction will be held Saturday, December 3, 2011. Tickets are available online and sold after mass starting Saturday, November 5, 2011. Donations are requested for our silent and live auctions. This parish event offers a full course buffet dinner, entertainment, silent and live auctions. Our Guest of Honour is Susana da Silva (CBC Anchor). Visit our event website for more information or email: sfdshollyjolly@gmail.com
St. Vincent de Paul at St. Francis de Sales – Christmas Hampers 2011
“The Church cannot neglect the service of charity any more than she can neglect the Sacraments and the Word.” Pope Benedict XVI Deus Caritas Est, 22
St Francis de Sales parishioners you have always been incredibly generous and last year we delivered over 56 hampers to those in need in our community! The hamper collections will start November 5 until December 9. November 5 – December 9 a tree in the entrance of the church will be full of gift tags to collect Gift Cards like last year so our families can purchase gifts for their children. November 19 – December 9 we will collect Non- perishable Food items (a list of most required items can be picked up in the entrance of the church ( peanut butter, jam, canned meats, fish as some examples). If you have questions or to sign up for a hamper, please call the St. Vincent de Paul’s confidential helpline 604-434-3699. Thank you and God bless.
For more information about events happening at our parish please read our Sunday Bulletin
Upcoming Events at St. Francis de Sales - October 16 - Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Get Your Free Family Photo!
Building Our Future Committee is partnering with IPC Canada Photo Services Inc. to produce a beautiful church directory for you. We need everyone to sign up and get their family or individual portraits taken. You will get a FREE 8×10 photo and a FREE copy of the church directory in return. The option to purchase additional photos/packages will also be available after your sitting. All photos will be ready in time for Christmas! All proceeds from advertisements will go towards the building of our preschool and before/after school care Centre. Please support us!
Charismatic Prayer Group
Our SFDS Prayer Group will be celebrating their 17th Anniversary on Wednesday, October 19 at 7:30 pm. Mass will be followed with fellowship in the parish hall. We would love to celebrate Mass with all from our parish community, especially those who have attended a Life In The Spirit Seminar with us. Looking forward to visiting with you then.
Pancake Breakfast
October’s Pancake Breakfast hosted by the Knights of Columbus has been moved to October 23.
CWL BAZAAR
Next Saturday, October 22, 2011 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Church Hall. Check out the freshly picked Okanagan fruit, baking, crafts, jewellery & new items for your early Christmas shopping! Lunch – soup, sandwich, cookie & beverage = $5.00! See you there!
Special Mystical Body, Mystical Voice Event
Are you and your family ready for the upcoming changes to the texts of the Mass? Do you want to know why? What difference will it make? Join us for a stimulating workshop that will give you the answers on Monday, October 24 and 31 and November 7 – 7:00 – 9:00 pm at the SFDS Church Hall. Presented to over 16,000 people around the country with rave reviews, Mystical Body, Mystical Voice is more than a workshop. It is a retreat, classroom and liturgical primer all in one. There is no charge for the workshop but pre-registration is required. For more info or to register, please call Jane Thompson at 604-299-2736 or Marguerite at 604-434-1328.
For more information about events happening at our parish please read our Sunday Bulletin
Upcoming Events at St. Francis de Sales - October 23 - Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Get Your Free Family Photo!
Building Our Future Committee is partnering with IPC Canada Photo Services Inc. to produce a beautiful church directory for you. We need everyone to sign up and get their family or individual portraits taken. You will get a FREE 8×10 photo and a FREE copy of the church directory in return. The option to purchase additional photos/packages will also be available after your sitting. All photos will be ready in time for Christmas!
Special Mystical Body, Mystical Voice Event
Are you and your family ready for the upcoming changes to the texts of the Mass? Do you want to know why? What difference will it make? Join us for a stimulating workshop that will give you the answers on Monday, October 24 and 31 and November 7 – 7:00 – 9:00 pm at the SFDS Church Hall. Presented to over 16,000 people around the country with rave reviews, Mystical Body, Mystical Voice is more than a workshop. It is a retreat, classroom and liturgical primer all in one. There is no charge for the workshop but pre-registration is required. For more info or to register, please call Jane Thompson at 604-299-2736 or Marguerite at 604-434-1328.
All Souls Day Masses – November 2 at 8:15 am and 7:30 pm.
Evening Mass will include a service of light. Parishioners will be invited to light a candle and place it near the altar in memory of their departed family and friends.
Blessing of the Mausoleum Crypts and Graves on November 2 at 11:00 am
Father Smith and Father Nixon will be at Ocean View for a blessing of the graves and the crypts. If requested, Fathers will go to Forest Lawn as well.
For more information about events happening at our parish please read our Sunday Bulletin
Upcoming Events at St. Francis de Sales - October 2 - Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
Life Chain
Life Chain in Burnaby will be on both sides of Kingsway from Edmonds to Imperial from 1:30 to 3:00 pm on Sunday, October 2nd. Parishioners will meet at 1:00 pm at the back of the School (next to the Church) for a prayer with Fr. Smith and to collect the signs provided by Burnaby Pro Life Society.
Pasta For Sale
We will be selling dried pasta before & after the 9:00 am & 11:00 am masses this Sunday, October 2nd. Funds raised will help support Youth Ministry.
Preschool Fundraising
Building Your Future is partnering with IPC Canada Photo Services Inc. to produce a church directory for you. We will need everyone to sign up and come get their family or individual photos taken – in return you get a free 8×10 photo and a complimentary copy of the church directory. You will have the option of purchasing your pictures (which you will receive before Christmas). Watch for more information on when and how to sign up for your pictures.
Tuesday Evening Bible Study
Do you ever wish you had a better overall grasp of the bible? We are now beginning a new 24-week Bible study by Jeff Cavins called The Story of Salvation (formerly known as “A Journey Through the Bible”). Join us every Tuesday evening at 7:00 pm as we explore the bible from Genesis to Revelations. For more info, call Jane at 604-299-2736 or Marguerite at 604-434-1328.
For more information about events happening at our parish please read our Sunday Bulletin
Upcoming Events at St. Francis de Sales - September 25 - Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Lunches for the Poor and Homeless of Burnaby
St Francis de Sales provides 50 bagged lunches once a month for the homeless and poor of Burnaby. The lunches for August will be prepared on Wednesday October 5, 2011 at 1:00 pm in the church hall and given out the next day Thursday October 6 at the Southside Community church. We are looking for both volunteers to help prepare the lunches and for donations of juice boxes, sandwich meat, cheese etc. If you would like to volunteer or donate contact the Church office at 604 434 1328.
WYD
The World Youth Day Pilgrims would like to thank you for all your support over the past year. We would like to invite you to come down to the Church Hall THIS Sunday, September 25, after the 9:00 am and 11:00 am Masses, to share in some refreshments and to view our pictures and share in our adventures.
Preschool Fundraising
Building Your Future is partnering with IPC Canada Photo Services Inc. to produce a church directory for you. We will need everyone to sign up and come get their family or individual photos taken – in return you get a free 8×10 photo and a complimentary copy of the church directory. You will have the option of purchasing your pictures (which you will receive before Christmas). Watch for more information on when and how to sign up for your pictures.
For more information about events happening at our parish please read our Sunday Bulletin