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ST. ANDREW CHURCH COLUMBUS, OHIO

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ST. ANDREW PARISH MISSION STATEMENTSt. Andrew Church is a community of Catholics committed to serving God by living our faith. We exist to fulfill the mission of the Roman Catholic Church at the local level by continuing the saving work of Christ. We accomplish this through the celebration of the sacraments, proclaiming and living the Gospel, reaching out to others in justice and charity, and providing all parishioners abundant spiritual, educational, and social opportunities in order to be known as a faith-filled, engaged, and generous parish.

Email addresses can be found on the parish websitewww.standrewparish.cc

Parish Clergy: 614-451-4290Msgr. Stephan Moloney, Pastor ext. 101Rev. Anthony Davis, Parochial Vicar ext. 103Rev. Mr. Thomas M. Berg, Jr., Permanent DeaconRev. William DeVille, In Holy Service

Parish Office Staff: 614-451-4290Accounting Assistant Karen Castricone ext. 106Buildings Superintendent Greg Price ext. 105Business Administrator Ann Whiteman ext. 102Capital Campaign Rhonda Gora ext. 109Music Director Philip Lortz 614-451-1839Office Admin. Assist. Mary Beasecker ext. 104Parish Secretary Jayne Frilling ext. 100

Religious Education Office Staff: 614-451-2855Director of Religious Education Suzie Emsweller ext. 304Administrative Assistant Sally Shough ext. 141Coordinator of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Kathy Dowler ext. 305

School Administration Staff: 614-451-1626Principal Joel Wichtman ext. 234Assistant Principal Marie Raynes ext. 235Administrative Assistant Jane Mazza ext. 223School Secretary Heather Roush ext. 228Registrar Debbie Joseph ext. 222Latchkey Kyletta Scheirmann ext. 105

Bryce Eck Activity Center: 614-459-1402Activity Director/ Rental Coordinator Kathy Barger ext. 2Preschool Director Kris Pellissier ext. 3Youth Ministry Teresa Whiteside ext. 1

Saturday: December 9 – Vigil of Second Sunday of Advent 4:30 p.m. People of the ParishSunday: December 10 – Second Sunday of Advent 7:30 John Holonitch 9:00 Edward Piane 10:30 Melanie Nagel 12:00 Frank MoroneMonday: December 11 – Advent Weekday 6:30 Bob and Wes Dotter 8:30 Albert CecuttiTuesday: December 12 – Our Lady of Guadalupe 6:30 Michelle Pappa 8:30 Mary Conway SmithWednesday: December 13 – St. Lucy 6:30 Living of Toussaint Family 8:30 (ASM) Mary Jane MarkinoThursday: December 14 – St. John of the Cross 6:30 Paul and Lillian Wentzel 8:30 Earl and Harriet StocckFriday: December 15 – Advent Weekday 6:30 Ruth Catwell 8:30 Mark Vonder EmbseSaturday: December 16 – Advent Weekday 9:00 Juliet Mascarenhas Vigil of Third Sunday of Advent 4:30 p.m. Leo and Mary HeckmanSunday: December 17 – Third Sunday of Advent 7:30 The People of the Parish 9:00 Peter Paraskos 10:30 Mary Ann Taylor 12:00 James F. Holland III

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HOLIDAY BULLETIN DEADLINESAll information must be received by 10:00 a.m.

at [email protected] 24 deadline is December 15December 31 deadline is December 22

January 7 deadline is December 29

SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT DECEMBER 10, 2017

S U N D A Y O F F E R I N G November 26 YTD Actual $26,959 $695,740 Budget $26,789 $696,531 Last Year $20,382 $642,672You can eliminate receiving envelopes by using online giving. Available on our website or the OSV Online Giving App. Contact Ann Whiteman at [email protected].

Thank you for your support of St. Andrew Parish.

PASTOR’S CORNERDear Parishioners:

The Gospel of the Mass for this Second Sunday of Advent presents John the Baptist proclaiming a “baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins.” He was preparing the way for the One who would come after him, who will save his people from their sins. The people who heard John The Baptist prepared for the coming of the Savior by acknowledging their sins. They heard his call to repentance.

This reminds us that the Season of Advent is a penitential season. As we prepare for the coming of the Lord, we do this through repentance, by acknowledging our sins and being cleansed by the grace of Christ. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is the way in which we should prepare the way of the Lord this Season of Advent. Just as great numbers of people went out to John the Baptist in the desert, so we should eagerly seek the opportunity to confess our sins and have our souls washed clean. Confession are heard Saturdays from 3:15-4:15 p.m. year round. Additionally, confessions will be heard on Monday, December 18 from 7:00–9:00 p.m. and Wednesday, December 20 from 7:00-9:00 p.m.

As you make your preparations for Christmas this Season of Advent, remember to “Prepare the way of the Lord” by receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation. You’ll be glad you did! May God bless you this holy Season of Advent!

Your pastor,Msgr. Stephan Moloney

S U N D A Y O F F E R I N G November 26 YTD

Actual $26,959 $695,740 Budget $26,789 $696,531 Last Year $20,382 $642,672 You can eliminate receiving envelopes by using online giving. Available on our website or the OSV Online Giving App. Contact Ann Whiteman at [email protected].

Thank you for your support of St. Andrew Parish.


PASTOR’S CORNER Dear Parishioners: The gospel of the Mass for this Second Sunday of Advent presents John the Baptist proclaiming a “baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins.” He was preparing the way for the One who would come after him, who will save his people from their sins. The people who heard John The Baptist prepared for the coming of the Savior by acknowledging their sins. They heard his call to repentance. This reminds us that the Season of Advent is a penitential season. As we prepare for the coming of the Lord, we do this through repentance, by acknowledging our sins and being cleansed by the grace of Christ. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is the way in which we should prepare the way of the Lord this Season of Advent. Just as great numbers of people went out to John the Baptist in the desert, so we should eagerly seek the opportunity to confess our sins and have our souls washed clean. Confession are heard Saturdays from 3:15—4:15 p.m. year round. Additionally, confessions will be heard on Monday, December 18 from 7:00–9:00 p.m. and Wednesday, December 20 from 7:00—9:00 p.m. As you make your preparations for Christmas this Season of Advent, remember to “Prepare the way of the Lord” by receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation. You’ll be glad you did! May God bless you this holy Season of Advent!

Your pastor, Msgr. Stephan Moloney

The Week Ahead In Our Parish! Monday Daisy Scouts 2:50 PH HASA 6:00 p.m. MPR Young Ladies of the Parish 6:30 PH Tuesday Bloodmobile 1:00—6:00 p.m. PH Adoration 6:00 p.m. Church HS Youth Group Family Dinner 6:00 p.m. PH Wednesday 1st Reconciliation 1:00 & 4:45 p.m. Church Chorister Rehearsal 3:00 p.m. PSR 4:30 p.m. School RCIA 7:00 p.m. Church & MPR Thursday Teacher Luncheon 11:00—1:00 p.m. PH Choir Rehearsal 8:00 p.m. Church Friday Middle School Bible Study 12:00 p.m. PH After School Program 2:50 p.m. PH Saturday K of C Basket Assembly 8:00 a.m. PH Sunday Maronite Mass 4:00 p.m. PSR 6:30 p.m. School

ST. ANDREW PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE Sunday, January 21 1:00—4:00 p.m. Bryce Eck Center, 3880 Reed Road

Registration for the 2018-2019 School Year will begin soon. Classes being offered are: 3 y/o Tuesday & Thursday 9:00—11:30 a.m. 4 y/o Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00—11:30 a.m. Pre K Monday—Friday 12:30—3:00 p.m. (older 4’s and young 5’s) Early Arrival is also offered for the morning children from 8:00—9:00 a.m., as well as Lunch Bunch for morning and afternoon children from 11:30 a.m.—12:30 p.m. For more information contact Kris Pellissier at 614-459-1402 ext. 3 or [email protected].

ST. ANDREW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE & REGISTRATION

Sunday, January 28 1:00—3:00 p.m. Registration for the 2018-2019 school year has begun! We have openings in grades K—8th grade. We offer full day kindergarten. All families are invited to the Open House to tour the school, meet students, teachers and administrators and learn more about what we have to offer! Tours are also available daily between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Monday—Friday To register your child we will need a copy of your child’s Baptismal and Birth certificates, Social Security card, immunization records and a registration fee of $300 to secure a place in the classroom. This deposit will be applied to your tuition balance. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a tour, please contact Debbie Joseph at [email protected] or 614-451-1626 ext. 222.

FR. TONY’S BOOK STUDY—Our next book study will be on the book Truly Present: Practicing Prayer in the Liturgy (2005) by Rev. Lisa Dahill. Dahill is a former professor at Trinity Lutheran Seminary here in Columbus and is now a professor at California Lutheran University. The session will take place in the main

Church on four consecutive Thursday evenings, January 4, 11, 18 & 25 from 5:30—6:30 p.m. Books are available through the Parish Office at $10 each. All are welcome to attend any or all sessions as we strive to make our experience of liturgy more prayerful.

O, Come All Ye Faithful Holiday Mass Schedule

Christmas Eve (Vigil) - Sunday, December 24 4:00 p.m. Church—Choristers, Organ, Trumpet and Cantor 4:00 p.m. Nugent Parish Hall—Piano, Violin and Cantor 6:00 p.m. Church—Organ, Trumpet and Cantor 10:00 p.m. Church—Adult Choir, Organ, Brass and Strings (Prelude music begins by 9:15 p.m.)

Christmas Day—Monday, December 25 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.—Organ, Trumpet and Cantor

CHRISTMAS RECONCILIATION SCHEDULE Saturday, December 16 3:15—4:15 p.m. Monday, December 18 7:00—9:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 20 7:00—9:00 p.m. Saturday, December 23 3:15—4:15 p.m.

Holiday Mass ScheduleChristmas Eve (Vigil) - Sunday, December 24

4:00 p.m. Church – Choristers, Organ, Trumpet and Cantor 4:00 p.m. Nugent Parish Hall – Piano, Violin and Cantor 6:00 p.m. Church – Organ, Trumpet and Cantor 10:00 p.m. Church – Adult Choir, Organ, Brass and Strings (Prelude music begins by 9:15 p.m.)

Christmas Day – Monday, December 259:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. – Organ, Trumpet and Cantor

The Week Ahead In Our Parish!Monday Daisy Scouts, 2:50 p.m., PH HASA, 6:00 p.m., MPR Young Ladies of the Parish, 6:30 p.m., PHTuesday Bloodmobile, 1:00-6:00 p.m., PH Adoration, 6:00 p.m., Church HS Youth Group Family Dinner, 6:00 p.m., PHWednesday First Reconciliation, 1:00 & 4:45 p.m., Church Chorister Rehearsal, 3:00 p.m. PSR, 4:30 p.m., School RCIA, 7:00 p.m., Church & MPRThursday Teacher Luncheon, 11:00-1:00 p.m., PH Choir Rehearsal, 8:00 p.m., ChurchFriday Middle School Bible Study, 12:00 p.m., PH After School Program, 2:50 p.m., PHSaturday K of C Basket Assembly, 8:00 a.m., PHSunday Maronite Mass, 4:00 p.m. PSR, 6:30 p.m., School

ST. ANDREW ELEMENTARY SCHOOLOPEN HOUSE & REGISTRATIONSunday, January 28, 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Registration for the 2018-2019 school year has begun! We have openings in K-8th grade. We offer full day kindergarten. All families are invited to the Open House to tour the school, meet students, teachers and administrators and learn more about what we have to offer! Tours are also available daily between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. To register your child, we will need a copy of your child’s Baptismal and Birth certificates, Social Security card, immunization records and a registration fee of $300 to secure a place in the classroom. This deposit will be applied to your tuition balance. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a tour, please contact Debbie Joseph at [email protected] or 614-451-1626, ext. 222.

ST. ANDREW PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSESunday, January 21, 1:00-4:00 p.m.Bryce Eck Center, 3880 Reed Road

Registration for the 2018-2019 School Year will begin soon. Classes being offered are: 3 y/o Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00-11:30 a.m. 4 y/o Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9:00-11:30 a.m. Pre K Monday-Friday, 12:30-3:00 p.m. (older 4’s and young 5’s)Early arrival is also offered for the morning children from 8:00-9:00 a.m., as well as Lunch Bunch for morning and afternoon children from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. For more information, contact Kris Pellissier at 614-459-1402, ext. 3 or [email protected].

FR. TONY’S BOOK STUDY – Our next book study will be on the book Truly Present: Practicing Prayer in the Liturgy (2005) by Rev. Lisa Dahill. Dahill is a former professor at Trinity Lutheran Seminary here in Columbus and is now a professor at California Lutheran University. The session will

take place in the main Church on four consecutive Thursday evenings, January 4, 11, 18 and 25 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Books are available through the Parish Office at $10 each. All are welcome to attend any or all sessions as we strive to make our experience of liturgy more prayerful.

CHRISTMAS RECONCILIATION SCHEDULESaturday, December 16, 3:15-4:15 p.m.Monday, December 18, 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 20, 7:00-9:00 p.m.Saturday, December 23, 3:15-4:15 p.m.


At the Eck Center – Senior drop-in card day2nd Thursday of the month

10:00 a.m. – Euchre11:00 a.m. – Bingo, Lunch to follow

4th Thursday of month, 10:00 a.m. – Euchre

FOOD BASKET COLLECTION – The Knights of Columbus will be accepting donations following all Masses on December 9/10 for food baskets to support Our Lady of Guadalupe Food Pantry. Thank you for making this season bright for those less fortunate!

At the Eck Center—Senior drop-in card day 2nd Thursday of the month

10:00 a.m. Euchre 11:00 a.m. Bingo, Lunch to follow 4th Thursday of month, 10:00 a.m. Euchre

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL #11275—The annual Christmas Tree Sale is in full swing! Sale days and times are Wednesday—Friday, 5:00—7:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m.—6:00 p.m. and Sunday 1:00—5:00 p.m. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

Volunteers are needed. Please go to signup.com/go/SCKGSp to sign up for a 2 hour shift or contact Pat Carroll at 614-329-0564. The monthly business meeting will be held on December 11 at 7:00 p.m. at the Bryce Eck Center. Please join your brother Knights for fellowship and to learn about upcoming council events! Knights and their families are invited to assist in the assembly and distribution of the food baskets for Our Lady of Guadalupe. The event will take place on December 17 after the 9:00 a.m. Mass in Nugent Parish Hall.


ROSARY FOR PEACE—Please join us December 10 at 3:00 p.m. in the main church as we pray a rosary for peace. Questions? Call Deb McEllistrem at 614-309-4645.

BLOODMOBILE THIS WEEK—Eligible donors with types O, B negative or A negative blood are encouraged to make a POWER RED donation, where available. POWER RED donors give a concentrated dose of red blood cells during a single donation. During

this type of donation, red blood cells are separated from other blood components, and the plasma and platelets are safely and comfortably returned to the donor. The next Bloodmobile is December 12 from 1:00—6:00 p.m. in Nugent Parish Hall. To schedule an appointment call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org, sponsor code: SACC. Won’t you please give the gift of life this Christmas Season.

ADVENT GIVING TREE—This St. Andrew parish tradition represents a unique opportunity for our parish to participate as a community in giving to those in need. We will fulfill wishes for needy families served by the Crank’s Creek Survival Center (red hearts); students at St. James the Less (green crosses) Appalachian poor served by the Missionaries of Charity (blue angels); and infants and children

served by the Christ Child Society (yellow stars). Parishioners are asked to select an “ornament” or two from baskets near the trees or the entrances to the church and fulfill the wish. Gifts for Crank’s Creek and St. James should be placed under the trees by December 17. Please affix the red heart or yellow star to the packages going to Kentucky or to the Christ Child Society, gifts should be unwrapped. Gift cards for St. James the Less and Missionaries of Charity should be placed in an envelope with the angel or cross attached. Please indicate the amount of the gift card for us!

All donations are greatly appreciated!

FOOD BASKET COLLECTION—The Knights of Columbus will be accepting donations following all Masses on December 9/10 for food baskets to support Our Lady of Guadalupe Food Pantry. Thank you making this season bright for those less fortunate!

DECK THE HALLS—Or rather the Church! Please join us on December 23 at 10:00 a.m. as we will be preparing the Church for the Christmas season. Many hands are needed to set up poinsettias, place wreaths on the pillars and set up the manger. All are welcome.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA December 10 8:30 a.m.—Noon

Nugent Parish Hall SANTA will be available for photos and

wish lists. Mrs. Claus will have cookies for sale $6/doz. Visit the train display. Enjoy pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee.

Adults $6, Kids 6—12 $4, Under 5 are free.

CHRISTMAS TREE SALE

ROSARY FOR PEACE – Please join us December 10 at 3:00 p.m. in the main church as we pray a Rosary for peace. Questions? Call Deb McEllistrem at 614-309-4645.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL #11275 The annual Christmas Tree Sale is in full swing! Sale days and times are Wednesday-Friday, 5:00-7:00 p.m., Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. and Sunday 1:00-5:00 p.m. Closed Monday and

Tuesday. Volunteers are needed. Please go to signup.com/go/SCKGSp to sign up for a 2 hour shift or contact Pat Carroll at 614-329-0564. The monthly business meeting will be held on December 11 at 7:00 p.m. at the Bryce Eck Center. Please join your brother Knights for fellowship and to learn about upcoming council events! Knights and their families are invited to assist in the assembly and distribution of the food baskets for Our Lady of Guadalupe. The event will take place on December 17 after the 9:00 a.m. Mass in Nugent Parish Hall.

Trees, wreaths, and fresh roping.

Proceeds support Parish/

K of C Charities.

St. Andrew Athletic Field

(South Entrance)

Hours:

Wednesday-Friday, 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

Sunday, 1:00-5:00 p.m.

Visa, MasterCard, and Discover Accepted

St. Andrew AnnualChristmas Tree Sale

ENDS SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16!

Sponsored by:St. Andrew

Council # 11275Knights of Columbus

ADVENT GIVING TREE – This St. Andrew Parish tradition represents a unique opportunity for our parish to participate as a community in giving to those in need. We will fulfill wishes for needy families served by the Crank’s Creek Survival Center (red hearts); students at St. James the Less (green crosses) Appalachian

poor served by the Missionaries of Charity (blue angels); and infants and children served by the Christ Child Society (yellow stars). Parishioners are asked to select an “ornament” or two from baskets near the trees or the entrances to the church and fulfill the wish. Gifts for Crank’s Creek and St. James should be placed under the trees by December 17. Please affix the red heart or yellow star to the packages going to Kentucky or to the Christ Child Society, gifts should be unwrapped. Gift cards for St. James the Less and Missionaries of Charity should be placed in an envelope with the angel or cross attached. Please indicate the amount of the gift card for us!

All donations are greatly appreciated!

DECK THE HALLS – Or rather the Church! Please join us on December 23 at 10:00 a.m. as we will be preparing the Church for the Christmas season. Many hands are needed to set up poinsettias, place wreaths on the pillars and set up the manger. All are welcome.

BLOODMOBILE THIS WEEK – Eligible donors with types O, B negative or A negative blood are encouraged to make a POWER RED donation, where available. POWER RED donors give a concentrated dose of red blood cells during a single

donation. During this type of donation, red blood cells are separated from other blood components, and the plasma and platelets are safely and comfortably returned to the donor. The next Bloodmobile is December 12 from 1:00-6:00 p.m. in Nugent Parish Hall. To schedule an appointment call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org, sponsor code: SACC. Won’t you please give the gift of life this Christmas Season.


The English word “gospel” in Greek is translated as euangelion. It means “good

news” or “joyful tidings” and historically o� en referred to a festive occasion such as the birth of an emperor. Mark’s announcement of the beginning of the Good News is a resounding proclamation that now, in Jesus, the long-promised visitation of God has begun. God has sent a messenger, John the Baptist, to “prepare the way.” If a liturgical season were to have a patron saint, John the Baptist would be the patron saint of Advent. John the Baptist diverted attention from himself to Jesus. His ministry was not about himself but about the “one mightier than I [who] is coming a� er me.” Our own Advent journey calls us to walk in the sandal prints of John the Baptist and become forerunners of Jesus — people who draw attention away from themselves and toward Jesus.

John appears, preaching a baptism of repentance, for the remission of sin. � e Greek word for the English “repentance” is metanoia, which means “an about-face or conversion.” � is was ritually celebrated and confi rmed by being baptized. John’s invitation to a one-time immersion in the Jordan River was a rite of passage from a former way of living — a conversion — to a new lifestyle of living a life committed to God. Today our being baptized “with the Holy Spirit” enables us to do the work of God, for in baptism our lives are gra� ed onto Christ. We participate in his priestly, prophetic, and kingly ministry. We become heralds, like John the Baptist, of Christ’s redeeming presence in the world.

Have you ever lost your way? What was it like? How did you fi nd

your way back?

Who are the people in your life who model living the “way of the

Lord”?

How will you be faithful to your

baptismal commitment this Advent?

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� e brilliant red leaves of the poinsettia are a common decoration this time year. Its association with Christmas began many years ago when the story developed of Pepita, a poor Mexican girl who had no gi� for the Christ Child at Christmas. Her cousin Pedro told her that even the most humble gi� given in love is a welcomed present. So, Pepita gathered a handful of weeds into a small bouquet. As she laid it at the foot of the crèche, it burst into blooms of red. From that day on, the poinsettia has also been known as the Flor de Nochebuena, or Flower of the Holy Night (Christmas Eve).

The Legend of the Poinsettia

“Advent’s intention is to awaken the most profound and basic emotional memory within us — namely, the memory of the God who became a

child. � is is a healing memory; it brings hope.” —P E B XVI

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During the Second Week of Advent we celebrate one of the holy days of obligation — December 8, the Immaculate Conception. Commemorating Mary’s conception without the stain of original sin, this feast is an ideal time to renew our baptismal promises — and to remember that through our baptism, we, too, are brought into new life with Christ. Saint Juan Diego never expected to see the Virgin Mary as

he walked the fi fteen miles to attend Mass on December 9, 1531. Much to his shock, a beautiful young woman dressed like an Aztec princess appeared to him and, speaking in his own language, told him to go to the bishop and request that a chapel be built on the hill where she was standing. When the bishop resisted, the young woman gave Juan Diego a sign — roses blooming in winter — which he gathered into his tilma, a long cloak. When he presented them to the bishop, an image of Our Lady miraculously appeared on the tilma. The image, which has not deteriorated over the centuries, is called Our Lady of Guadalupe. St. Juan Diego, pray for us!

ADVENT PR AYERLoving God and Father,

I know that I have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed.

� is Advent season, forgive me, wash away my sins, and make me whole again.

Amen.

Model of Faith: Saint Juan Diego Feast Day: December 9

The Immaculate Conception

HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION

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LITURGICAL ROLES

SERVERSSaturday, December 16 4:30 p.m. Megan and Michael Terveer, Alex WildermuthSunday, December 17 7:30 Dominic Bricker, Andrew Zarick, NEEDED 9:00 Jimmy Jacob, Cassie Kasberg, Stephanie Weiner 10:30 Evan and Ryan Gora, Emily Kring Noon Cate, Henry and Patrick Monnin

LECTORS(If the deacon is present, he will read the Petitions.)

Saturday, December 16 4:30 p.m. Tim Terveer Pamela SpriglerSunday, December 17 7:30 Charles McGowan Cindy Coykendale 9:00 David Tague Mary Kasberg 10:30 Mark Yerke Marjorie Spellacy Noon Dan Dowler Deb Rasico

EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERSB2, B3 and C2 cleanse the sacred vessels.

The Deacon will serve in C3 when he is present.Remember the Cantor and those unable to come forward.

Saturday, December 16 4:30 p.m. B1 Priest C1 Joy Martin B2 Joe Colombo C2 Kathy Couvreur B3 David Hiser C3 Frank Toussaint B4 Theresa Dunlavy C4 Andy Ryan B5 Elizabeth CarpenterSunday, December 17 7:30 B1 Lynn Magnus C1 Kevin Wohlever B2 George Jones C2 Liane Egle B3 Peggy Pardi C3 Lorri Posani B4 Sudie Mitchell C4 Mark Pardi 9:00 B1 Priest C1 Cathy Montalto B2 Jane Dickson C2 Deb Murphy B3 Linda Daley C3 Herm Mollmann B4 Andy Bracken C4 Debbie K. Caranna B5 Kathy Cowen Bch Larry Hoffman Cch Peggy Hoffman 10:30 B1 Priest C1 Suzanne Meyers B2 Lee Bolzenius C2 Donna Kring B3 Eileen Waldegar C3 Laddie Waldegar B4 Chris Carter C4 Karen Wiegandt B5 David Varda Noon B1 Priest C1 Mike Koehler B2 Kathy Dowler C2 Tom Rasico B3 Bette Jo Feeney C3 Deacon Tom Berg B4 Dave Shiddenhelm C4 Kate Diday B5 Maria Moore

GREETERSSaturday, December 16 4:30 p.m. Kathy CouvreurSunday, December 17 7:30 Mark Segna and June Slater 9:00 Mary DeStazio and Patti DeSantis 10:30 Heather Meyers Noon Linda Blazer

LEAD USHERSSaturday, December 16 4:30 p.m. Mike GunnerSunday, December 17 7:30 Bob Slater 9:00 Tommy Piolata 10:30 Jason Sayat Noon Dave Shiddenhelm

ST. ANDREW ADULT FAITH FORMATIONBIBLE STUDY

Have you ever felt daunted by the struggles within the Church? Then join us for First Corinthians: The Church and the Christian Community, a Bible Study by Dr. Tim Gray. The conflicts of the early Christians in Corinth are in many ways similar to our struggles today as Christians. They, too, witnessed division, scandal, immorality, persecution and other trials. In response, St. Paul taught the Corinthians about the Church as the Body of Christ, introducing them to the most powerful gift of all: the Eucharist.

Tuesdays, January 9-March 20 – 7:30-9:00 p.m.Nugent Parish Hall

Please send registrations to the Parish Office by Wednesday, December 27. Cost for the workbook is $26. To ensure that we have your workbook by the first session, please register by the deadline date. Make checks payable to St. Andrew Parish with First Corinthians in the memo line.

HELP CARE FOR ELDERS – Help religious communities. “Your generous contribution helps us to care for our retired sisters and enables our younger sisters to continue in active ministry,” writes a religious sister. Your gift to today’s collection for the Retirement Fund for Religious helps provide medications nursing care, and more for thousands of senior sisters, brothers, and religious order priests. Please make checks payable to St. Andrew Parish with Religious Retirement Fund and your envelope number in the memo section. Thank you.

A NOTE OF THANKS – Sister Mary Jennifer of the Adorer Missionary Sisters of the Poor that was here in May sent us a Thank You card expressing her deep gratitude for your support. She wrote “Yes! You Did It! You helped us build the dormitory for girls.”

The St. Andrew 3rd and 4th Grade Present:

Sing With Us the Christmas Story

Christmas Traditions for a New Generation

Tuesday, December 19th, 7pm Wednesday, December 20th, 12pm

St. Andrew Gym

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