Advent Evening Prayer
We will again have the Liturgy of the Hours / Evening Prayer on the Wednesdays of Advent at St. Michael’s. This week, we’ll pray together on December 16th at 5:30 pm, followed by a simple meal. Please join us as we prepare for Jesus’ coming.
Youth News
The One Catholic Ohana Youth Group will be gathering at their usual time and location (IC at noon). The last gathering will be Dec. 19 at Kona Bowl for an end of term party. Please call John Paul (217-6886) for permission slips and more information. Youth groups will continue Jan. 17 for high school and Jan. 18 for middle school.
First year confirmation will be ending Dec. 13 with a retreat. Second year confirmation classes will begin after the Christmas season.
Please call John Paul if you have questions regarding any of this information.
Baptism preparation
The Sacrament of Baptism will be administered on Sunday, December 27th at St. Michael’s. In preparation, parents and godparents must attend the 11 AM Mass on December 20th followed immediately by a short class at 12:15PM in Kamiano Hall. Please note that the naming of the child and the anointing with the Oil of Catechumen’s will take place at the December 20th Mass. It is mandatory that parents and godparents attend this mass with their child. All the paperwork must be in the Parish Office no later than Friday, December 18, 2009. If there are any questions, please call Susan Bender at 326-7771.
Help Us Clean God’s House
We clean our house in preparation for Christmas, help us clean God’s house on Saturday, Dec. 19th at 9am. We will be cleaning the chairs in the tent to remove the grime and dust. Bring: cleanser, scrub pads, liquid soap, and clean cloths to dry off the chairs. Thank you!
Holiday Office Closures
Please note that the parish office will be closed for the holidays on Thursday and Friday, Dec. 24th and 25th, and Thursday and Friday, Dec. 31st and January 1st.
Simbang gabi
Join us for the annual Simbang Gabi Novena Masses at St. Michael’s for nine days. These masses are sponsored by the Filipino Catholic Club and will begin on Wednesday, December 16 until Christmas Eve. Simbang Gabi continues to be a significant time where the relationships among family members are strengthened and also provides time to re-strengthen our faith in God. This special time helps us to feel the loving presence of our lord and offers us a deeper spiritual preparation for Christmas; the birth of Jesus Christ. EVERYONE IS WELCOME
The schedule is:
December 16-18 at 6 PM
December 19 at 5 PM
December 20 at 9 AM
December 21-23 at 6 PM
December 24 at 5 AM
PANCAKE BREAKFAST
The Knights of Columbus are cooking a delicious pancake breakfast today. They will be serving after the 7, 9, and 11 AM masses. Come enjoy a great meal.
Holiday Schedule
Dec. 24th (Christmas Eve):
- Masses at St. Michael’s – 6 pm / 8 pm / 12 midnight
- Mass at St. Paul’s – 8 pm
Dec. 25th (Christmas Day):
- Masses at St. Michael’s – 9 am / 11 am
- Mass at Immaculate Conception – 8 am
- Mass at Holy Rosary – 10 am
*Simbang Gabi Masses at St. Michael’s Dec. 16th—24th; Las Posadas processions at St. Paul’s Dec. 16th—24th
MAHALO NUI LOA from “HOLY KAPA”
Thank you to all the volunteers who donated their time and/or talents to make our Christmas Bazaar an overwhelming success. We are always amazed by not only the people in our quilt group; but, also all who participate with their sense of cohesiveness and responsibility. Happily all profits go to our Building Fund.
Congratulations to Sally Bazaire of Lake Havasu, Arizona for winning the Christmas Quilt Drawing. Approximately half of all drawing tickets were purchased by visitors to St. Michael’s. We are very grateful for their support and generosity.
THE LEGION OF MARY
There will be a living rosary after the 7 AM mass on Wednesday, December 16 in front of the grotto. Afterwards, please join The Legion of Mary for a continental breakfast
CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Many thanks to all who contributed to the Catholic Campaign for Human Development collection on November 22. You can be sure that your money will be used by the Diocese to promote programs which help lift people out of poverty.
It came to my attention after the collection that some in our parish are under the mistaken notion that CCHD awards grant money to programs that support abortion. It is completely unthinkable that Bishop Larry would permit that to happen. Unfortunately, people hear things and fail to validate them. One can always call the Diocesan Office if there are lingering doubts.
CCHD is the educational arm of the National Conference of Catholic Bishops for issues that relate to poverty. It is not simply a once a year collection. In the Diocese of Honolulu, Sister Roselani chairs the commission which is appointed by the Bishop. I represent the West Hawaii Vicariate on this commission. Bishop Larry approves all grant requests.
There also was some recent concern about ACORN. They have received no funding for over three years from the Catholic Church. I will update you throughout the year about initiatives that are current and relevant.
January is anti-poverty month and we will focus on education ourselves and others about poverty in this country. Whenever you have questions, please ask. Cynthia M. Taylor, Pastoral Associate
One Catholic Ohana Goes Global
Please help celebrate Christmas Mass with those who live in the dump at Payatas, Philippines. Anyone who can give a monetary donation, can do so the next three weekends: Dec. 5-6, 12-13, and 19-20. Put any cash in an envelope marked “Mass at the Dump” or checks payable to St. Michael’s Church, with a note on the memo line “Mass at the Dump.” Thank you for your generosity.
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Heritage Books Available at the Gift Shop
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Stop by to pick up your copy as a keepsake or a Christmas gift! St. Michael’s Church will soon be demolished, and proceeds from the book sales will go toward our Building Fund. Cost = $20 each; mail orders = $22.50 each.
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Stewardship Report: Week of Dec. 5th-6th
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# of Attendees |
Total Contributions |
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St. Michael’s |
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Saturday 5pm |
131 |
$1,052.00 |
|
Sunday 7am |
227 |
$3,798.00 |
|
Sunday 9am |
289 |
$2156.00 |
|
Sunday 11am |
142 |
$1065.00 |
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Sunday 4pm |
116 |
$727.00 |
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Sunday 6pm |
303 |
$487.00 |
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Immaculate Conception |
58 |
$247.00 |
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Holy Rosary |
40 |
$462.00 |
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St. Paul |
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Totals = |
1,306 |
$9,994.00 |
