3050 ALTA DRIVE LAS VEGAS, NV 89107 Parish Office: 702-802-2300 Fax: 702-802-2301

Website: www.ollvchurch.org Email: ollvparish@ollv.org Parish App: myparishapp.com PARISH OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm (Closed for lunch 11:30am-12:30pm)

OLLV School: 702-802-2323

PASTORAL STAFF Served by Society of Christ Fathers

Rev. Gerald Grupczynski, SChr, Pastor Rev. Tomasz Ludwicki, SChr, Parochial Vicar

Dave Kowaleski, Director of Music

FAITH FORMATION Religious Education & Confirmation Liz Williams: 702-802-2362 lizwilliams1234@hotmail.com

RCIA

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Julia Dodson: 702-802-2300 jdodson@ollv.org

LIFE TEEN Marc Sayre: marcsayre@ollv.org

MASS TIMES

Saturday Vigil: 4:30pm Sunday: 6:30am, 8:00am, 10:00am, 12:00pm, 1:30pm Polish, 5:00pm, 6:30pm with Tagalog music Weekday: Monday - Friday 8:00am (Rosary before Mass at 7:25am) Civic & Holiday: Refer to parish bulletin Holy Days of Obligation: Refer to parish bulletin

RECONCILIATION (Confession)

Saturday: 3:30pm - 4:15pm

FIRST FRIDAY 7:30am: Sacrament of Reconciliation 8:00am: Mass (Eng.) / Adoration to follow 6:00pm: Rosary & Divine Mercy Chaplet 6:15pm: Sacrament of Reconciliation 7:00pm: Mass (Eng.) / Holy Hour to follow

FIRST SATURDAY 8:00am: Mass (Eng.)

DEVOTIONS St. Jude: Every Tuesday morning following the 8:00am Mass Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Every Wednesday morning after the 8:00am Mass

Our Lady of Las Vegas ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

- Faith, Family, Friends -

DECEMBER 2-7 Parish Advent Mission Page 10 DECEMBER 3 Breakfast with Santa Page 5

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"That in the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those that are in Heaven, on earth and under the earth: And that every tongue should confess that the Lord Jesus Christ is in the glory of God the Father." Philippians 2:10-11

This Sunday brings the current liturgical year of the Church to an end. Throughout this entire year, through the observances of various feasts and seasons, the Church has helped us to come into better communion with our Lord. As we bring this year to a close, we do so with a celebration befitting the greatness of Jesus Christ and who, in fact, He is. The last Sunday of the Church’s liturgical year is celebrated as the Solemnity of Christ the King. The Solemnity of Christ the King acknowledges that Jesus is the sovereign ruler of the universe and that we are all subject to Him. St. Paul tells us that “Christ must reign until God has put all enemies under His feet, and the last enemy to be destroyed is death” (1 Cor 15, 25-26). Although the accusers of Jesus tried to present Him as a political king so that the Romans would find Him guilty of treason, which is punishable by death, Jesus’ sovereignty has nothing to do with politics. The Kingdom of Jesus has to do with righteousness and truth. In speaking to Pontius Pilate, Jesus said, “…the reason I came into this world is to testify to the truth. Anyone committed to the truth hears My voice” (Jn 18, 37). Therefore, at the close of this liturgical year, we honor Jesus Christ as our Sovereign King. He is truly our Lord and Ruler. His rule is that of love, and He calls each of us unto Himself because He is the way, the truth and the life. We are all part of His Kingdom, which will never end. To belong to His Kingdom takes nothing more than our desire and will to belong, and to be faithful to His commandments of love. In fact, everything that Jesus came to teach us can be contained in two commandments; love of God and neighbor. Pope Pius XI instituted The Feast of Christ the King in 1925 in his encyclical Quas Primas. This feast was to be observed in the Church throughout the world. Pope Pius XI connected the increasing denial of Christ as King to the rise of secularism throughout much of Europe. At the time of Quas Primas, many Christians (including Catholics) increasingly doubted Christ's authority and existence. Today, the same distrust and suspicion of authority exists. People balk at the idea of kings and queens, believing them to be antiquated and sometimes even oppressive. Some even reject the titles of "lord" and "king" for Christ because they believe that such titles are borrowed from oppressive systems of government. Jesus Christ, however, is not an oppressive ruler. In fact, Christ's kingship is completely opposite. His reign is one of humility and service. Jesus said, “You know that those who are recognized as rulers over the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great ones make their authority over them felt. But it shall not be so among you. Rather, whoever wishes to become great among you will be your servant; whoever wishes to be first among you will be the slave of all. For the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many” (Mark 10:42-45). All glory and honor to our Lord, Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns forever and ever! Amen! The solemnity of Christ the King is also the patronal feast day of the Society of Christ of which Fr.Tom, Fr. Ted Winnicki (the pastor of St Joan of Arch) and myself are members. The Society of Christ was founded in 1932 by Pope Pius XII to serve the pastoral needs of Polish communities in various countries around the world. The priests and brothers of the Society of Christ, as well as our sister order, The Missionary Sisters of Christ the King, serve the pastoral needs of the Church in 23 countries on five continents of the world. Here in the United States we have 43 priests serving 27 parishes in 20 dioceses as well as an additional 11 priests serving 5 parishes in Canada. We ask for your prayers that we may continue in our mission of serving Christ our King. Fr. Gerry

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Sanctuary Lamp Sponsorship

NOVEMBER 26 - DECEMBER 2, 2017

This week the Sanctuary Lamp is in memory of

F L. C Sponsored by Janet Caine

Prayer Intentions of the Holy Father NOVEMBER 2017

Christians in Asia: That Christians in Asia, bearing witness to the Gospel in word and deed, may promote dialogue, peace, and mutual understanding, especially with those o other religions.

Catholic Mass for the Homebound - The Diocese offers a televised Mass for the home-bound each Sunday at 7:30am on KFBT Channel 33.1 Digital (no longer an analog signal) or Cox Cable Channel 6.

Relevant Radio - Now in Las Vegas, you can listen to Catholic radio 24-hours a day by tuning your radio to 970am / KNIH.

First Reading — I will rescue my scattered sheep (Ezekiel 34:11-12, 15-17). Psalm — The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want (Psalm 23). Second Reading — As in Adam all die, so too in Christ all shall be brought to life (1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 28). Gospel — Whatever you did to the least ones, you did to me (Matthew 25:31-46). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

TODAY’S READINGSTODAY’S READINGSTODAY’S READINGS MASS INTENTIONSMASS INTENTIONSMASS INTENTIONS

NOTE: Please remember that no pamphlets, flyers or literature of any kind should be left in the church, distributed or posted on the doors of the church. If you have a church event that you wish to advertise, please contact the parish office.

Saturday, November 25 - St. Catherine of Alexandria; Blessed Virgin Mary 3:30pm: Confessions 4:30pm: †Frank Caine; †Matt Alberico

Sunday, November 26 - Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe 6:30am: Intentions of Nenita Salarza 8:00am: †Leokadia Bosowski; Intentions of Martin Karbowski 10:00am: †Alicia Rodriguez 12:00pm: †Eunice Isom 1:30pm: (Polish) For the Parishioners of OLLV; †Marain Lejmel; Burns Family; ††Jean & Ed Wickert; Marianna, Stanislaw & Wtadystaw Serowik; Natalia & Frank Stachal; Helena Polkowski 5:00pm: †Josefina J. Viloria 6:30pm: †Rogelio Limun

Monday, November 27 8:00am: Intentions of Benigno Marinas

Tuesday, November 28 8:00am: †Angelo Gabriel Tenuta

Wednesday, November 29 8:00am: †Souls in Purgatory 9:15am: (School) †Thomas Pursel

Thursday, November 30 - Saint Andrew 8:00am: †Sharon Sharsy; Intention of Cynthia P. Coronel 6:00pm: †All Those Who Have Died In Our Parish

Friday, December 1 - FIRST FRIDAY 7:30am: Confessions 8:00am: †Thomas Pursel 6:15pm: Confessions 7:00pm: Intentions of Chirstopher Estela

Saturday, December 2 - FIRST SATURDAY; Blessed Virgin Mary 8:00am: †Billy Korney 3:30pm: Confessions 4:30pm: †Adrian Nelson Gonzalez, Jr.

Sunday, December 3 - First Sunday of Advent 6:30am: †Markus Gallant 8:00am: †Daria Kowal 10:00am: †Freddie Silvia 12:00pm: †Antonio Perey 1:30pm: (Polish) For the Parishioners of OLLV; †Stevie Walicki; ††Jessie & Edward Laczynski; †Danuta Zawadzka; †Obara JFamily 5:00pm: ††Joseph Laguardia & Ernest Bianchi 6:30pm: †Celia Lazaro

MASS INTENTIONSMASS INTENTIONS

Monday: Dn 1:1-6, 8-20; Dn 3:52-56; Lk 21:1-4 Tuesday: Dn 2:31-45; Dn 3:57-61; Lk 21:5-11 Wednesday: Dn 5:1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28; Dn 3:62- 67; Lk 21:12-19 Thursday: Rom 10:9-18; Ps 19:8-11; Mt 4:18-22 Friday: Dn 7:2-14; Dn 3:75-81; Lk 21:29-33 Saturday: Dn 7:15-27; Dn 3:82-87; Lk 21:34-36 Sunday: Is 63:16b-17, 19b; 64:2-7; Ps 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19; 1 Cor 1:3-9; Mk 13:33-37

READINGS FOR THE WEEKREADINGS FOR THE WEEKREADINGS FOR THE WEEK

ASPERGILLUM

An aspergillum is a liturgical implement used to sprinkle Holy Water.

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Due to an early publishing deadline, last weekend’s totals will be in next weekend’s bulletin.

Thank you for your continued support!

Are you hungry for Jesus? Fr. Tom invites you to attend the

SCHOOL of PRAYER The next class will be

Tuesday, November 28 at 6:30pm in the Welcome Room of

Our Lady of Las Vegas Church

Our Lady of Las Vegas’

Divine Mercy Prayer Group Worship Songs of Praise Fellowship

UPCOMING DATE MONDAY, DECEMBER 11

6:45pm - 8:45pm in Bevan Hall’s McFarland Room

Come join us in prayer! “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” — Matthew 18:20

For more information, contact:

Bethlehem Wood Carving will be here next weekend, December 2 & 3, on the Plaza after all the Masses, with their hand-carved olive wood from the Holy Land. Proceeds from the sale of these items help support more than 600 needy Catholic Christian families living in Bethlehem.

Polish Oplateki

Christmas Wafers Available in the Vestibule of the Church & in the Parish Office during office hours.

You may place your suggested donation of $2 in the CSA Box.

OLLV Women’s Guild invites you to participate in the Angel Tree Donations benefiting local charities.

DECEMBER 9 & 10: Choose your angel from the tree in the vestibule of the church.

DECEMBER 16 & 17: All gifts must be returned. Members of the Women’s Guild will be in the vestibule of the church to assist

Wednesday, December 6 3:00pm - 7:00pm

- Teachers Needed - Our Religious Education Ministry is in need of teachers. If you are interested in this important ministry, please contact Liz Williams at 702-802-2362 to schedule an interview.

GRATITUDE - Let gratitude for the past inspire us with trust for the future. - François Fénelon

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Sponsored by the Society of St. Mary SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3

9am - 12pm Santa Claus will arrive at 9am in front

of Our Lady of Las Vegas Church

One *FREE Professional 4x6 print with Santa, courtesy of JMac

*Per Family

• All school and parish members are welcome to a Free Breakfast in Bevan Hall’s Gym

• Organized craft activity for all children • Raffle tickets to win a BIKE and other

prizes!

Raffle! GRAND PRIZE: 4-pack of tickets to Disneyland! (1 day / 1 park - Valued up to $450)

RAFFLE TICKETS: 1 for $10 or 3 for $20 Winners will choose park date. Gift cards and other prizes will also be raffled!

In Bevan Hall’s McFarland Room Come and join us for Christmas Cookies and Hot Cider!

Sponsored by Saint Therese Center HIV Ourtreach

Available in the vestibule of the church & in the Parish Office. You may place your suggested donation of $2 in the CSA Box.

Christmas Mass Intention Offering Envelopes

Envelopes are available at the back of the church if you would like your loved ones’ living or deceased, remembered during the Christmas Masses. Please put your completed envelopes in the

collection basket, CSA box or bring it by the parish office no later than Wednesday, December 20. Your intention envelopes will be placed on the altar during all Masses from December 24 - 31.

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Vester Shultz 12/03 Mary King Shultz 12/03 Kay Schmitz 12/03 Becky Winterfeld 12/03 John Blas 12/03 Jean Hill 12/03 Mary Schmitz 12/03 Vicki Bierstedt 12/03 Jace Talbot 12/03 Debbie Ingram 12/03 Dennis Espinosa 12/03 James D. Ward 12/03 Michelle Weyler 12/03 Toni Casber 12/03 Shirley Qui 12/03 Susan Biscocho 12/03 George 12/03

Aragon Family 12/03 Marjorie Martinez 12/03 Arnold Family 12/03 Fonnie Blea & Family 12/03 Mark 12/03 Elizabeth & John Stefanch 12/03 Euliana Alderete 12/03 Pam & Tim Watts 12/03 Rosemary Melanson 12/03 Paige Melanson 12/03 Iris Johnson 12/17 John McCauley 12/24 Linda McCauley 12/24 Jayne McCauley 12/24 Rosalie Cusimano 12/24 Rebecca Chambers 12/24 Steve & Jami Grant 12/24

Jamie Kimball 12/24 Margo Turner 12/24 Bill Mitchell 12/24 Debbie Wilson 12/24 Mark & Ryan Gorman & Fam. 12/24 Chelsi & Kim Almeida 12/24 Jason & Sophia Ludwicki 12/24 Shannon Boyd 12/24 Sara Ayoub 12/24 Pat Webb 12/24 John P. Gerlak Jr. 12/24 Rosa E. Soto-Sanchez 12/24 Laureen M. & Donald Williams 12/24 Leinette Marasigan 12/24 Adelaida Bernal 12/24 Fr. Peter Mozdyniewicz 12/24 Mary Catherine Kennedy 12/24

Joan T. Kennedy 12/24 Brian Kennedy Jr. 12/24 Marilyn Reed 12/24

Bishop Gorman High School PLACEMENT EXAM

Saturday, December 9 (8:0am check-in)

Find out what a Bishop Gorman education can mean for your child.

Current 8th grade students interested in applying to Bishop Gorman High School for Fall 2018 are invited to take our main placement exam. PRE-REGISTER for the exam by following the link on the homepage of our websit

www.bishopgorman.org or Register on-site the day of the exam

The $50 application fee covers the cost of the ex-am. If you have further questions, please contact our Admissions Department at 702-476-40610 or admissions@bishopgorman.org.

Thursday, December 7 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Red Rock Country Club For tickets, go to

www.CatholicCharities.com Please Join us as we honor and thank the Most Reverend Joseph A. Pepe for his gift of 16 years of service to the community of Southern Nevada upon his retirement as Bishop of the Diocese of Las Vegas.

PLEASE PRAY for THOSE WHO ARE ILL If you have the sick person’s permission, you may request that their name be printed in the bulletin for prayers. This is strictly for the sick only. Their name will remain for four consecutive Sundays. If a longer period of time is needed, please contact the parish office. (The date next to the name is the date their name will be removed)

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Spiritual Director: Fr. Frank Yncierto

For additional information please contact:

Fr. Frank Yncierto 702-580-9953 yniertof@aol.com

Meghan Macabali For faster response, email mmacabali@gmail.com

702-927-6305

or Marian Pilgrimages A $500 deposit is required per person at the time of booking.

A Celebration of Theatre and Music FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 6:00pm

The Winter Acting Showcase 7:10pm

The Annual Mini-Musical: Aladdin 7:30pm

The Winter Music Extravaganza Jim3 House of Performing Arts | 5959 S. Hualapai Way

Tickets: $15 at *www.bishipgorman.org *School Life-Arts-Buy Tickets Box Office 702-476-4175 or

performingarts@bishopgorman.org

NOVEMBER 27, 28 & 29 9:00am in the Parish Hall

and repeated nightly in the church at 7:00pm 1811 Pueblo Vista Dr. | Las Vegas

702-228-8311 - www.seaslv.org

“I myself will pasture my sheep; I myself will give them rest, says the Lord GOD.” As we celebrate Christ the King, let us also learn to serve our spouses by participating in a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend. The next weekend is February 16-18 in Boulder City. To apply online or

for other weekend dates, visit www.lvloveyourspouse.org or call 702-589-0068.

February 9-11, 2018 in Las Vegas Retrouvaille is a peer ministry of volunteer couples that can help you learn the tools of healthy communication, build intimacy and heal, just as they have done in their own marriages. Retrouvaille is Christian-based, and Catholic in origin, but welcomes couples of all faiths as well as non-religious couples. Retrouvaille can help get your relationship back on track. For more information about our upcoming weekend, contact the registration team:

John & Paula at 702-812-8873 or visit HelpOurMarriage.com

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28 6:00pm - 8:00pm

St. Anne Catholic Church 1901 S. Maryland Pkwy | Las Vegas

6,300 Nevada residents and their families are at risk for losing their status, jobs, health care and homes. This month, temporary protected status was cancelled for Nicaraguans, and Hondurans were left in limbo. In the next few months Haitian and Salvadoran TPS recipients will find out whether they will be able to keep their status, or whether their lives will be turned upside down.

As supporter and beneficiaries of TPS holders and their families, join us to learn how to defend your status and the options for support in today’s context.

Free pre-screening will be available with volunteer attorneys.

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Coordinator: Liz Williams 3046 Alta Drive Las Vegas, NV 89107

Phone: 702-802-2362 Email: lizwilliams1234@hotmail.com

Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 8:30am - 2:30pm; Tuesday 1:00pm - 2:30pm; Friday CLOSED

All Religious Education & Confirmation classes are held on the OLLV School Campus. Contact the Religious Education & Confirmation Office if you have any questions regarding these programs.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CONFIRMATION - I CONFIRMATION - II Wednesday, November 29

NO CLASS Sunday, November 26

Mass: 5:00pm Wednesday, December 6 Class: 5:45pm - 7:30pm

Wednesday, December 6 Class: 5:45pm - 7:15pm

Sunday, December 3 Mass: 5:00pm

Life Teen: 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Wednesday, January 3 Class: 5:45pm - 7:30pm

Wednesday, December 13 Class: 5:45pm - 7:15pm

Sunday, December 10 Mass: 5:00pm

Life Teen: 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Wednesday, January 17 Class: 5:45pm - 7:30pm

Wednesday, December 20 Class: 5:45pm - 7:15pm

Wednesday, December 13 Class: 5:45pm - 7:30pm

Saturday, February 3 Youth Rally @ Bishop Gorman H.S.

(Attendance Required)

A full schedule can be found at www.ollvchurch.org | Click on Faith Formation | Click on Documents

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (((RCIARCIARCIA) ) ) Coordinator: Julia Dodson

3050 Alta Drive | Las Vegas, NV 89107 Phone: 702-802-2300 Email: jdodson@ollv.org

2017-2018 Schedule A full schedule can be found at www.ollvchurch.org

Click on Faith Formation | Click on Becoming Catholic (RCIA) | Under Documents, click on Schedule

Wednesday, November 29 Class: 6:00pm - 8:00pm McFarland Room

The Sacraments | Session III Fr. Gerry

Sunday, December 3 Mass: 10:00am - First Sunday of Advent Attend Mass as a group.

Fr. Max - Advent Mission

Wednesday, December 6 Advent Mission: 6:00pm in the Church Attend as a group.

Fr. Max

Friday, December 8 The Immaculate Conception Mass A Holy Day of Obligation

Attend Mass of your choice

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Our Lady of Las Vegas Catholic School 3046 Alta Drive Las Vegas, NV 89107

Phone: 702-802-2323 Fax: 702-802-2324 School Website: www.ollvschool.org Principal: Phyllis Joyce Vice-Principal: Monica Futryk

OLLV Life Teen - 6:15pm - 7:45pm in the Gym For more information contact Marc Sayre: marcsayre@ollv.org

Sunday, November 26 Thanksgiving Break

Sunday, December 3 Life Night: “Disrupted: Making Room for Christ” - Advent Prayer and Reflection Night

Sunday, December 10 Social Night: “Tacky Sweater Party”

Sunday, December 17 CORE TEAM ONLY NIGHT - Core Christmas Party - Details given at the Core Meeting

Our Lady of Las Vegas Catholic School prepares students to become Catholic leaders of the 21st Century. Find out more about our wonderful faith formation, academic excellence and progressive learning opportunities.

PROGRAM: Fully Accredited, Pre-K - 8th Grade, Student Centered, Technology Driven, Family Oriented, Community Focused, Globally Engaged CURRICULAR ENRICHMENT: School Masses, Sports Programs, Leadership Opportunities, Community Service, Visual Arts, Children’s Choir, Band & Orchestra, Field Trips, Science Fair, Chess Club SERVICES: Chapel on School Grounds, Bevan Hall, Before & After-School Care, Hot Lunch, Student Success Teams, Sports Field & Gymnasium, Science Lab, Two Technology Labs, Library, Daily Broadcast, Flat Screen TV & Interactive White-Boards in each classroom

Monday, November 27 • No Special Events

Tuesday, November 28 • Make-up Picture Day • Chess Club

Wednesday, November 29 • School Mass: 9:15am • Basketball @ Saint Viator

Thursday, November 30 • No Special Events

Friday, December 1 • FIRST FRIDAY • Minimum Day - Faculty Meeting

PARKING LOT SAFETYPARKING LOT SAFETYPARKING LOT SAFETY The parish and school staff would like to emphasize that SAFETY is always a top priority. Please be mindful of your speed and parking lot courtesy when entering and exiting. We strive to avoid safety hazards to our students, parents, parishioners and staff. Thank you.

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“Living the Works of Mercy”

DECEMBER 2 & 3 Saturday & Sunday Masses

& DECEMBER 4 - 7 6:30pm - 8:30pm

In this parish mission, we will consider mercy in four ways: God, the source of mercy, God to us, we to others, and mercy to oneself. There are seven spiritual works of mercy - works that help our neighbor in his or her spiritual needs and seven corporal works of mercy - those that serve the bodily needs of others. These works of mercy will be considered in the presentations.

Presented by Rev. Max Oliva, S.J. All are welcome to as many evenings as you wish.