God Is With Us!

""For ever I will sing the goodness of the Lord."

Psalms: 89:2

The Six Communities of Mission San Luis Rey

Franciscan Friars of Old Mission San Luis Rey

"Those who embraced this life gave everything they had to the poor. They were satisfied with one habit which was patched

inside and out, with a cord and trousers ..."

-Testament of St Francis

The Six Communities of Mission San Luis Rey

Franciscan Friars of Old Mission San Luis Rey

Like his original followers, Franciscans today are called to

be persons of prayer involved in a variety of ministries. A

Community of Franciscan Friars call the Old Mission home with some working in the Parish, the Old Mission, and the Cemetery,

while others are retired.

Thank you for your Christmas gift.

Your parish relies on

your generous donations

to support our ministries.

"As a bridegroom rejoices in his bride,

so shall your God rejoice in you."

(Isaiah: 62:5)

God Is With Us!

Year of Faith Event

Fr. Tom Weston SJBegins Friday, Jan 25th

thru Sunday Jan 27th

Old Mission San Luis Rey Retreat Center

Call 760-757-3651 for more information

The retreat will focus on the 12-Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous.   Alcoholics, addicts,

friends and family members are all most welcome to come!

Mission San Luis Rey ParishFrom its beginnings, Mission San Luis

Rey Parish has been blessed with a diverse and multicultural population

in the San Luis Rey Valley of Oceanside, California. For over 200

years, our mission has been to welcome all who come and invite

them to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Mission San Luis Rey ParishStaffed by Franciscan priests and

brothers of the Order of Friars Minor (OFM) of Santa Barbara Province, our hope is that you will find our parish a place of welcome, peace

and friendship. Parish office hours are Tuesday through Saturday 8:00am to 4:00pm. For more

information, please call our office at (760) 757-3250.

Our Parish Offices and Buildings will be CLOSED starting noon on Saturday, December 22, 2012

and will reopen Wednesday January 2, 2013.

For Anointing of the Sick emergencies or for parish funeral planning during this closure,

please call our emergency line at 760-583-3393.

This ministry provides ongoing support for those who are grieving.

Grief Support Ministry

For more information, please call

760-757-3651 x 164 and leave your

name and phone.

Thank you for your Christmas gift.

Your parish relies on

your generous donations

to support our ministries.

Franciscan MomentDid you know …..St. Francis of Assisi was an enthusiastic champion of

Christmas, the birthday of his

leader and Lord, his inspiration and

companion.

Thank you forSupporting ourSocial Concerns

Basket and Angel Tree Programs!

Together, we helped

over 380 familiesthis season!

God Is With Us!

The Retreat Center of Old Mission San Luis Rey

The Retreat Center of Old Mission San Luis Rey offers a place for

solitude, healing, and revitalization with a wide variety of spiritual and

educational programs. Enjoy private day away from your busy

life with a Quiet Day or Prayer Day.

The Retreat Center of Old Mission San Luis Rey

Join us for a workshop, an evening Twilight retreat, or treat yourself (or a loved one) to a weekend of

spirituality and sacred space.

The Friars and staff are here to assist you on your spiritual journey. Spiritual Direction is available upon

request. Office (760)757-3659.

Football Widow’s Bingo Special!Join us on Tuesday, January 1st, 2013New Year’s Day – Football Widow’s Special

Doors open at 9:00 amSessions start at 11:30 am

Free Buffet! (No Bingo on Wed 01/02/13)

Mission San Luis Rey Parish

…to all who brought cards, shared words

of love and well wishes and gave us

wonderful and delicious goodies.

We wish you all a very blessed Merry Christmas!

… Parish Staff

Old Mission San Luis Rey

For two or three hours a week, join us in the Historic Church to welcome visitors in the museum or welcome center! Call Julie at 760-757-3651 x 160 or email

julie@sanluisrey.org

Mission San Luis Rey Parish

This year, no one sponsored our liturgical calendars. So, there will be no free calendars available

after Mass or at the parish office.. We regret any inconvenience

this causes.

A free liturgical calendar pdf can be found online at usccb.org (Catholic Bishops).

"Behold, the virgin shall conceive and

bear a son,and they shall

name him Emmanuel,

which means "God is with us."

(Matthew: 1:23)

God Is With Us!

Old Mission Montessori School

The Old Mission Montessori School was established in 1976 and provides a Catholic-Montessori education for children of varied social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds. Our school

provides a nurturing learning environment which encourages independence and creativity.

Office (760)757-3232.

Men’s Discernment Group Deepen your faith-

life and share yourFaith with others. If you are 21 and

older, join us in this monthly gathering at the Mission!

We enjoy social time together,

Lectio Divina and prayer.

For more information, email Fr. Adrian at

fradrian@sanluisreyparish.org

Knights of Columbus Present

TV’s, computer monitors, keyboards, printers,

batteries, mobile phones, small appliances… etc.

Ewaste, CRV bottles and cans!Saturday,

Jan. 26th, 2013.

Questions? Drop off or pickup?

Call Allen Hartman 760-721-7143

In 1223, St. Francis created the first Christmas crib so that the people around the Italian

village of Greccio could have a first person experience of the incarnation of Jesus.

Did You Know…

Grant, we pray, almighty God,

that, as we are bathed in the new radiance of your incarnate Word,

the light of faith, which illumines our minds,

may also shine through in our deeds.

God Is With Us!

The Cemetery of Old Mission San Luis Rey

In the shadow of the historic church is the original cemetery where burials span from the 1800s to the present.

Burial plots and niches can still be purchased at Old Mission San Luis Rey; however cemetery property will not be available forever since there is limited

space for cemetery expansion. Financing and discounts are available.

Call (760)757-3651, ext.133 for Terry or ext. 139 for Bobbi.

Family Prayer for the Year of FaithO God our Father, by the

light of the Holy Spirit, lead us to be thankful for the gift of faith, and by that gift may we grow in our relationship

with Jesus, your Son, and be confident witnesses to Christian hope and joy

to all we meet. We ask this in the name of

Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

 

From 2011, the story of St. Francis and the creation of the Christmas Creche

presented by the Parish Youth, directed byMs. Susan MGurk

"Blessed are you who believedthat what was spoken to you by the Lord would be fulfilled."

(Luke 1:45)

God is With Us

Franciscan School of Theology - 2013

FST is a Roman Catholic graduate theological school, owned and

operated by the Province of Saint Barbara of the Order of Friars Minor.

Rooted in 800 years of Franciscan tradition, FST is a place where the

issues and concerns of society intersect with theological education.

Franciscan School of Theology - 2013

FST students and alumni are workers in the fields of a spiritually starving world. They provide for the poor; they promote social

justice; they care for the suffering in homes and hospitals; they console the dying; they

provide comfort to the neglected in community centers; they teach, they

celebrate the sacraments in our parishes; they are – in the spirit of Clare and Francis of Assisi – Christian witnesses in the world.