December 21, 2014 - Our Lady of Las Vegas Roman Catholic Church

PASTORAL STAFF
3050 Alta Drive  Las Vegas, NV 89107  702-802-2300  Fax 702-802-2301
Church Website: www.ollvchurch.org
Email: ollvparish@ollv.org
OLLV SCHOOL: 702-802-2323
Served by Society of Christ Fathers
Rev. Gerald Grupczynski, SChr, Pastor
Rev. Wieslaw Berdowicz, SChr, Par. Vicar
Rev. Richard Philiposki, SChr, In Residence
& Pastor of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church
Deacon Patrick Cater
Director of Music
David Kowaleski: 702-245-6159
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 or
jdodson@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 the parish bulletin
Holy Days of Obligation: Refer to the parish
bulletin
RECONCILIATION
(Confession)
Saturday: 3:30pm - 4:15pm
FIRST FRIDAY
7:30am:
8:00am:
6:30pm:
7:00pm:
In the Church
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Mass (English)-Adoration to follow
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Mass (English)-Holy Hour to follow
FIRST SATURDAY
In the Church
8:00am: Mass (English)
DEVOTIONS
St. Jude: Every Tuesday morning following
the 8:00am Mass
Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Every
Wednesday morning after the 8:00am Mass
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm
Closed for lunch 11:30am - 12:30pm
Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord.
May it be done to me according to your word.
- Luke 1:26-38 -
Dear Parishioners and Friends,
This Sunday marks the fourth and last Sunday of the Advent season. The four candles
burning on the Advent wreath remind us that our time of preparation is coming to an end,
and the Promised One will soon be in our midst. Hopefully, this Advent has given us
time for added prayer and reflection, and has allowed us to more deeply ponder the
miracle of the incarnation and to a better appreciate the greatness of this gift.
Now, it is time for Christmas. In one of our popular Christmas carols we sing, “It’s the
most wonderful time of the year!” Truly Christmas is that wonderful season which lights
up the world with joy and merriment; feasting and good cheer. It is the season of our Savior’s birth and that is
why we have every reason to celebrate. “For God so loved the world that He gave us His only Son” (Jn 3:16).
When we look at the condition of the world around us, it may be a little difficult for some to celebrate. With so
many things wrong around us, it can certainly put a damper on the festivities. Yet, even in the midst of so much
trouble, it is Christmas that lifts up our spirits and reassures us that there is always hope. Jesus came into our
world so that we might be renewed, and with the help of His grace, be freed from the trappings of our sins and
change for the better; remembering that all things are possible with God.
The New Year is fast approaching. We thank God for all the blessings He has shared with us this past year, and
we ask Him to be with us each day of the New Year. No one knows what the future holds. What we do know,
however, is that nothing is going to happen to us in the New Year that the good Lord and we together can’t
handle.
At this festive time of year, I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone for your care and support of Our
Lady of Las Vegas Parish. Together with Fr. Wieslaw and Fr. Rich, it is an honor and a privilege to be able to
serve you in our priestly ministry. We are looking forward to a happy and healthy New Year filled with God’s
choicest blessings for us all.
Merry Christmas, everyone, and have a safe, happy and healthy New Year!
Fr. Gerry, Fr. Wieslaw and Fr. Rich
2 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
DECEMBER 21, 2014
PARISH INFORMATION
Saturday, December 20 - Late Advent Weekday
4:30pm:
†Christine Zenchak by Christine Nightingale
Sunday, December 21 - Fourth Sunday of Advent
6:30am:
8:00am:
10:00am:
12:00pm:
1:30pm:
5:00pm:
6:30pm:
†Mary Stelmaszczyk by Mary Jean Kegelmyer
†Adam Kowal Sr. by Richard Kowal
†Freddie Silvia by Wife
†Thomas Moore by Elaine Moore
(Polish) Za Dusze Opuszczone i Potrzebujace
Modlitwy, Steve Grant, †Jadwiga Motlynska &
†Zenon Motylinska by Magdalena Immormino,
Parishioners of OLLV
†Patrick Flaherty by Angela Meirose
†Elsie Vecina by Mark Esguerra
Monday, December 22 - Late Advent Weekday
8:00am:
For the Intentions of Rey & Francisca Ordinario
Tuesday, December 23 - Late Advent Weekday; St. John of Kanty
8:00am:
†Rory Seam McGarry by Dee McGarry
Wednesday, December 24 - Vigil of the Nativity of the Lord
(Christmas Eve)
4:00pm:
6:00pm:
10:00pm:
Christmas Intentions
Christmas Intentions
(Polish) Christmas Intentions
Thursday, December 25 - The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas)
12 Midnight:
8:00am:
10:00am:
12 NOON:
1:30pm:
Christmas Intentions
Christmas Intentions
Christmas Intentions
Christmas Intentions
(Polish) Christmas Intentions
MONDAY, DECEMBER 22

Simbang Gabi: 6:30pm Rosary/7:00pm Mass
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 23

Simbang Gabi: 6:30pm Rosary/7:00pm Mass/ Reception to follow
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24

Church will open at 2:30pm

Parish Office Closed

Christmas Eve Masses: 4:00pm, 6:00pm, 10:00pm
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25

Christmas Day Masses: 12 Midnight, 8:00am, 10:00pm, 12
NOON, 1:30pm (Polish)

Church Closed following 1:30pm Mass

Parish Office Closed
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26

Church closed following the 8am Mass

Parish Office Closed
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27

No Parish Events
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 28

Polish RE: 2:30pm - 3:30pm - Kenny Room

Polish Dance Rehearsal: 2:30pm-4:30pm - Gym

Polish Social: 2:30pm-4:00pm - McFarland Room
TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — I will fix a place for my people.
8:00am:
†Bill McGarry by Dee McGarry
(2 Samuel 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16).
Psalm — For ever I will sing the goodness of the Lord
Saturday, December 27 - St. John the Apostle
4:30pm:
†Juanita Torres by Martinez Family
(Psalm 89).
Sunday, December 28 - The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary & Joseph Second Reading — To the only wise God, through Jesus
Christ, be glory forever and ever (Romans 16:25-27).
6:30am:
†Rosaleen O’Rourke by Dee & Jerry McGarry
8:00am:
†Lucille Adams by Jan Caine
Gospel — Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be
10:00am:
†Timoteo Pineda Sr.
done to me according to your word (Luke 1:26-38).
Friday, December 26 - St. Stephen
12:00pm:
1:30pm:
5:00pm:
6:30pm:
†Cusimano & McCauley Families by Rosalie
Cusimano
(Polish) Herlon Portello by Valerie Potter,
Parishioners of OLLV
†Bruno Ortega by Maria Ortega
†Leopoldo Jimenez & Gloria Jimenez by Elizabeth
Magsanoc
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.
Now in Las Vegas, you can listen
to Catholic radio 24-hours a day
by tuning your radio to 970am.
DECEMBER 21, 2014
The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997,
International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.
Sanctuary Lamp Sponsorship
DECEMBER 21 - 27, 2014
This week the Sanctuary Lamp is for:
JERRY McGARRY
Prayer Intentions of the Holy Father
DECEMBER 2014
Christmas, hope for humanity: That the birth of
the Redeemer may bring peace and hope to all people
of good will.
Parents: That parents may be true evangelizers,
passing on to their children the precious gift of faith.
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT - 3
PARISH NEWS
DECEMBER 14, 2014
Due to an early bulletin publishing deadline, totals
from last weekend’s collect will be in next
weekend’s bulletin.
Thank you for your continued support!
CSA UPDATE as of DECEMBER 9, 2014
2014 CSA GOAL
$108,611.00
Total Received
$105,931.20
Total Needed to Reach Goal
$ 2,679.80
RCIA Sponsors
Needed!
This year the RCIA program has
been blessed with a wonderful
group of inquirers, who are ready
to take the first major step in becoming one of us
in the Catholic faith. Some of them are in need of
sponsors to guide than in their journey.
We invite parishioners to consider being a new
godparent or sponsor for us this year. If you are a
confirmed and active Catholic, this is also a great
opportunity for you to grow in your faith.
Please call the Parish Office at 702-802-2300 and
ask for Julia if you are able to share your time and
your faith with us. Many thanks for your
prayerful consideration.
We have 17
more days
to reach our
goal!
Partners for Life is a diocesan
approved marriage preparation
class that provides engaged couples
the opportunity to explore, assess
and evaluate their relationship in
the context of a sacred, sacramental
commitment.
You may mail your pledge cards/payments to the Diocese:
Diocese of Las Vegas, Catholic Stewardship Appeal,
PO Box 15630, Las Vegas, NV 89114-5630, or place it in
the collection basket during the Mass. Additional pledge
cards can be found at the back of the church.
CONTINUAL CHRISTMAS
A good conscience is a continual Christmas.
The next marriage preparation classes at
Our Lady of Las Vegas will be:
February 21, 2015
June 13, 2015
September 26, 2015
Cost: $195.00/couple
Please contact the parish office at
802-2300 to register.
—Benjamin Franklin—
Our Lady of Las Vegas’ Next
Welcome to Our
Christian Family!
The following children were recently
baptized into our faith:
Baptism Class
For Parents & Godparents is
THURSDAY, JANUARY 8
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
ISABELLA MAGGIO
KAY ELIZABETH PAULE TONGOL
NATHAN JOSEPH MORA
In the Welcome Room in the church.
As a courtesy to the speakers, facilitators and other
attendees, we ask that children do not attend this class.
Please call the parish office to register at 802-2300.
4 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
DECEMBER 21, 2014
PARISH NEWS
Christmas Week
Church & Parish Office Hours
Wednesday, December 24
Church - Closed until 2:30pm
Parish Office - Closed
Thursday, December 25
Church - Closed following the 1:30pm Mass
Parish Office - Closed
Friday, December 26
Church - Closed following the 8am Mass
Parish Office - Closed
We have the beautifully produced CD
of Christmas music performed by
Kristina Guerrero and the CD of
liturgical music performed by Kim
Orabona available in the parish office.
The CDs are $15 each or you can
purchase both CDs for Christmas for
$25.
The next Women’s Guild meeting will be:
THURSDAY, JANUARY 8 at 6:30pm
In Bevan Hall’s McFarland Room
We will be having our annual White Elephant Auction
during the meeting. If you need transportation to or from
our meeting, please call Ayele at 702-806-9143.
OLLV T-Shirts
CHRISTMAS IN THE HEART
Christmas! ’Tis the season for kindling the fire of hospitality
in the hall, the genial fire of charity in the heart.
OLLV T-Shirts now available in all
sizes for your Christmas gift giving.
You may purchase your T-Shirts in
the Parish Office for just $10
—Washington Irving
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 is removed)
Josephine Kaitbenski
12/28
Joe Lumia
12/28
Robert Hynes
12/28
Amy Kolodin
12/28
Diana Reep
12/28
Lincoln Doddoma
12/28
Joe A’Hearn
12/28
Peter Gallarello Sr.
01/04
Aragon Family
01/04
Colfita Sanchez
01/04
Margie & David Martinez & Family
01/04
Arnold Family
01/04
Pamela Watts & Family
01/04
DECEMBER 21, 2014
Elizabeth & John Stefanchuk &
Family
01/04
Ryan Gorman & Family
01/04
William Venducci
01/11
Fr. Jack McVeigh
01/11
Bill Verducci
01/11
D. Zeny Quimpy & Family
01/11
Angie Calimlim & Family
01/11
Lourdes Fernandez
01/11
Antonio Lopez & Family
01/11
Myette Valdizno & Family
01/11
Aish & Greg Garnew
01/11
Bob Parnel & Toots
01/11
Juliet & Ted Abalo
01/11
Luz Sanidad & Family
Aida Westbrook
Orlando Nunez & Family
Esperanza Lopez
Mel Santos
John McCauley
Linda McCauley
Jayne McCauley
Rosalie Cusimano
Rebecca Chambers
Teresa Mansell
Steve & Jami Grant
Pam Thuemmler
01/11
01/11
01/11
01/11
01/11
01/11
01/11
01/11
01/11
01/11
01/11
01/11
01/11
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT - 5
PARISH NEWS
Pilgrimage Tour to Rome & Poland
Our pastor, Fr. Gerry and St. Joan of Arc’s pastor, Fr. Rich, are presently planning and organizing an
escorted Pilgrimage to Rome and Poland for September 2015. The likely dates are around September 7
through September 19. Confirmation of flight details and land arrangements are pending.
We will have detailed information and a brochure after the new year. Both priests have
organized and escorted two prior pilgrimage tours from Las Vegas recently. If you are
interested, please call the Parish Office at 702-802-2300 or email ollvparish@ollv.org and
leave your name, phone and address to receive a brochure.
NEWS AROUND THE DIOCESE
Chris is a songwriter, musician, speaker and Worship Leader.
He gives talks, missions and concerts worldwide. Chris
wrote, recorded and toured with the Christian band,
Scarecrow and Tinman for seven years. He has had many
appearances on television, radio and has been a regular
speaker and entertainer at Steubenville YOUth Conferences.
Chris has been an adjunct professor of theology at Franciscan
University. His powerful and funny style will leave you
inspired.
A YOUth Rally for Teenagers
JANUARY 31, 2015
1:30PM - 4:30PM
Bishop Gorman High School
5959 S. Hualapai Way
Las Vegas, NV 89148
Cost: Free or donation of an unopened pair of socks
for Catholic Charities to distribute to the homeless.
Please register with your YOUth minister!
Answers to Word Scramble
Shepherds, Angel, Magi, Savior, Myrrh, Manger, Gold, Star of
David, Nativity, Virgin Mary, Son of God, Joseph, Bethlehem,
Alleluia
6 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
Ethics in the Marketplace
“Living Our Faith Values & Ethics in the Workplace”
Tuesday, December 30
-Last Tuesday of Each Month-
12:10pm
Guardian Angel Cathedral
336 Cathedral Way, Las Vegas, NV
“Ethics in the Marketplace” is the title of the ministry of Jesuit,
Fr. Max Oliva, who makes his home in the Vegas valley.
Father Oliva is the presider for the 12:10pm Mass at the
Cathedral on the last Tuesday of each month. The focus of his
homilies is “Living One’s Faith in the Workplace.”
For more information on Father’s work, see his website:
http://www.ethicsinthemarketplace.com/
DECEMBER 21, 2014
PARISH INFORMATION
Business Manager: Georgia Charles
Bulletin Editor/Registrations/Gift Shop: Cynthia Almeida
Office Manager / Admin. Assist. to the Pastor: Julia Dodson Maintenance: Rose Torchio & Joel Mondragon
Office Assistant: Joseph Dodson
SACRAMENTAL MINISTRIES
Anointing of the Sick: Call the Parish Office 802-2300
Baptisms:
Julia
802-2300
Funerals:
Parish Office
802-2300
Weddings:
Julia
802-2300
FAITH FORMATION
Religious Education:
Confirmation:
RCIA:
Liz Williams
802-2362
lizwilliams1234@hotmail.com
Liz Williams
802-2362
lizwilliams1234@hotmail.com
Julia Dodson
802-2300
or jdodson@ollv.org
LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
Altar Servers: Mariza Rillera 802-2300 (parish office)
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EOM):
Cynthia Stockwell 858-2011
Homebound Ministry: Patti Brandeburg 802-2300
(parish office)
Lectors: Cynthia Stockwell 858-2011
Music Director: David Kowaleski 245-6159
Sacristans: Contact the parish office 802-2300
Ushers: Pat Barry 802-2300 (parish office)
ORGANIZATIONS
Knights of Columbus: A non-parish organization that
provides service opportunities to the Catholic Church.
Contact: Joe Williams, Grand Knight 702-371-9944
OLLV San Pedro Calungsod Alliance for Lay Adults
for the Youth: Rey Espina, President 702-595-5988
Society of St. Mary: A group of dedicated men, has been
committed to the needs of the children & parishioners of
OLLV. Contact: Phil Markusic, President 702-491-9772
Polish School & Dance: Elizabeth Youngman
702-232-4488
Women’s Guild: Mary Beth Pidcock, President
702-362-6353
DIOCESAN ASSOCIATED MINISTRIES
Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada: 385-2662
Poverello House: 631-3911
Protecting God’s Children & Victim Assistance:
Contact Ron Valance 235-7723
Vocations: Office of Vocations 735-3500
Women’s Resource: 366-1247
DECEMBER 21, 2014
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: If you are in need of anointing,
even if you are homebound or hospitalized, contact the parish
office at 802-2300. In an emergency situation when the office is
closed, the answering service will contact one of the priests.
BAPTISMS: Baptisms are usually held on the second and fourth
Saturday of each month.
Parents must be registered, active
parishioners at a parish for at least 3 months. Parents and
Godparents must attend a baptism class (OLLV’s class is usually
the second Thursday of each month). Once these requirements
are met, you may then make an appointment with our
Sacramental Administrator at 802-2300.
HOLY COMMUNION TO THE HOMEBOUND: If you are
homebound or in a hospital and would like to receive holy
communion, please contact the parish office 802-2300.
FOOD & FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE:
Through the
generosity of our parishioners, OLLV is able to help Catholic
Charities of Southern Nevada in providing assistance to needy
families. Please contact Catholic Charities at 385-2662.
FUNERALS: Please call the parish office at 802-2300. If you
have already made arrangements with a funeral director, a staff
member will coordinate with them to meet your needs.
MARRIAGE: At least one party must be a registered active
parishioner of a parish for at least 6 months before an
appointment can be made with our Sacramental Administrator,
802-2300. Please contact the parish office as soon as possible as
at least 6 months is necessary to fulfill the marriage preparation
requirements.
MASS INTENTIONS: Mass intention requests are scheduled
through the parish office during office hours. If a specific date is
desired, please schedule as far in advance as possible.
PARISH REGISTRATION: Regardless of where you live, if
you would like to join our parish, please register at the parish
office. You may also request a parish registration form by calling
the office at 802-2300 during regular business hours, email
ollvparish@ollv.org or go to our on-line registration at
www.ollvchurch.org.
**In order that we may better serve you, please use your parish
envelopes. This way you are known to us when requesting the
services of the church. Please be aware that active registration is
a requirement for many parish programs.
PRAYER LIST: If you know someone who is ill or in need of
special prayers (not deceased), please contact the parish office at
802-2300 or email to ollvparish@ollv.org.
Office of Victim’s Assistance - If you believe you
are a victim of sexual abuse, please call the hotline at
702-235-7723.
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT - 7
FAITH FORMATION
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.
A FULL SCHEDULE can be found at www.ollvchurch.org / Click on Faith Formation / Documents
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
CONFIRMATION - I
CONFIRMATION - II
NO CLASS
December 24 & 31
Wednesday, January 7
Class: 6:00pm
*Confirmation Saint Name Due
Wednesday, January 28
Class: 6:00pm
Wednesday, January 7
Class: 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Sunday, January 18
Service in Bevan Hall
Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, January 31
What is Love YOUth Rally
1:30pm - 4:30pm
At Bishop Gorman High School
Wednesday, January 14
Class: 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Wednesday, January 21
Class: 6:00pm
Wednesday, February 11
Class: 6:00pm
Coordinator: Julia Dodson
3050 Alta Drive  Las Vegas, NV 89107
Phone: 702-802-2300 Email: jdodson@ollv.org
PERIOD OF INQUIRY
Wednesday, December 24
Sunday, January 4
No Session
10:00am Mass
Christmas Break
Welcome Room 11am-12pm
ECHOING MARY’S DECISION
The angel Gabriel today confronts Mary with a mystery. The mystery of salvation in Christ is not a mystery that is solved,
but a reality beyond our comprehension that we must choose to enter into. In the liturgy of the Eastern Church, everyone
waits to see if Mary will enter into the mystery: God waits, Adam and Eve and all the souls of the dead who long for
paradise wait, angels wait for new heavenly companions. And there is much rejoicing when her decision is “yes.”
We have less dramatic choices offered to us, but the mystery of our salvation in Christ is by no means “solved.” We may
understand it a bit better due to Mary’s “yes.” We may be a bit closer to it through the passion, death, and resurrection of
Jesus Christ. But it still remains a mystery to which we all must give our own “yes.” Soon we will be singing “O come, let
us adore him.” May our Advent prayer, our echo of Mary’s “yes,” continue then, so we may enter into the mystery of our
salvation in Jesus Christ, God among us.
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8 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
DECEMBER 21, 2014
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.ollv.org
Principal: Phyllis Joyce
Vice-Principal: Monica Futryk
School Office Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm
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
Performing & 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 WhiteBoards in each classroom
Pre-K through 8th Grade 2015/2016
All parents with prospective students for the 2015 / 2016 school year are invited to stop by the school office to pick
up an informational packet which contains documentation outlining the school screening process. If you are
unable to stop by the office, please call 702-802-2323 and we will be happy to mail you a packet. There will be a
test fee of $25 and can be paid on or before the day of the test. Please return the application form to the school
office as soon as possible. Children must be 5 years of age on or before September 30, 2015 to be eligible
for Kindergarten for the 2015 / 2016 school year. Due to the large amount of inquiries received, the screening
appointments may become unavailable at any time and without notice.
Christmas Word Scramble
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vtanyiti
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Answers on page 6 of this bulletin
DECEMBER 21, 2014
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ADVENT & CHRISTMAS
Simbang Gabi
The Diocese of Las Vegas has scheduled Masses to
celebrate the 9-day Simbang Gabi. Our parish has also
scheduled 9-day Masses. The remaining schedule is as
follows:
Saturday, Dec. 20 - 7pm Our Lady of Las Vegas
3050 Alta Dr., LV 89107
Rosary at 6:30pm - before Mass
Sunday, Dec. 21 - 12:30pm Holy Spirit
5959 S. Hualapai Way, LV 89148
Sunday, Dec. 21 - 6:30pm Our Lady of Las Vegas
3050 Alta Dr., LV 89107
Rosary at 6:30pm - before Mass
Monday, Dec. 22 - 6pm St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
1811 Pueblo Vista Dr., LV 89128
Monday, Dec. 22 - 7pm Our Lady of Las Vegas
3050 Alta Dr., LV 89107
Rosary at 6:30pm - before Mass
Tuesday, Dec. 23 - 5pm St. Bridget
220 N. 14th St., LV 89101
Tuesday, Dec. 23 - 7pm Our Lady of Las Vegas
3050 Alta Dr., LV 89107
Rosary at 6:30pm - before Mass / Reception to Follow
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 envelope
in the CSA box or bring it by the parish office no later
than Monday, December 22.
Oplatek
Christmas Wafers
Available in the Vestibule & in the
Parish Office during office hours.
You may place your suggested
donation of $2 in the CSA Box.
Christmas Mass Schedule
CHRISTMAS EVE
Vigil of the Nativity of the Lord
Wednesday, December 24
4:00pm, 6:00pm
10:00pm “Pasterka”
A Mass celebrated during Christmas
between December 24 & 25
by Roman Catholics across Poland.
12:00 Midnight
CHRISTMAS DAY
The Nativity of the Lord
Thursday, December 25
8:00am, 10:00am, 12:00pm, 1:30pm (Polish)
THE OCTIVE DAY OF
THE NATIVITY OF THE LORD
Not a Holy Day of Obligation
Thursday, January 1
12 Midnight (Holy Hour 1 hr. before Mass)
10:00am & 12:00pm (Polish)
Advent & Christmas
DAILY REFLECTIONS
Available in the vestibule of the
church.
You may place your suggested
donation of $2 in the CSA Box.
Reflection for the Fourth Sunday of Advent
Sometimes the signs God gives are unmistakable. Sometimes the signs are not so obvious. What signs do we see when
we look around us? Sometimes it is hard to see God’s signs because the signs of our world are so ever present and large.
How many times this month have you seen this sign: “ONLY 20 (or 18, or 10, or 6 or …) MORE SHOPPING DAYS
‘TIL CHRISTMAS.” Do we ever stop to think, “How many praying days left until Christmas?”
12 — OUR LADY OF LAS VEGAS CATHOLIC CHURCH
DECEMBER 21, 2014