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Saint Mary of the Assumption

Thirty-second Sunday of Ordinary
Saturday: 5.30 pm and Sunday: 8.45 and 11.15 am

Confession - The Sacrament of Mercy
Saturday afternoons from 4-5 pm
Anytime by appointment
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Holy Father's Prayer Intention for the Month of November
We pray that people who suffer from depression or burn-out will find support and a light that opens them up to life.
Our Life in the Lord this Week in the Liturgical Year
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Real Presence Real Future - Future Merging Options
Stewardship of St. Mary of the Assumption
Unique Christmas Gifts that Change Lives
Looking for unique Christmas gifts that do not send a billionaire to space?  Interested in learning about how these gifts help change families lives?  Want to meet like-minded people who interested in being Christ in the world?  Come and meet Cassie Davis, Owner of Gifts That Give Back and her husband Charlie and see the wonderful items they have for sale from individuals around the globe who are gifted and trying to get out of generational poverty, domestic violence, sex trafficking and other issues that require a Christian response!  Join us in the Undercroft of St. John’s Episcopal Church (located at 134 N. Broad St. Lancaster, OH) on Sunday, November 21st from 10a-noon to do some early Christmas shopping and to meet amazing people doing Christ’s work in the world!
We are excited to invite you to join us for our annual Holiday Happening event!  As many of you know, the Holiday Happening is the main fundraiser for our Home and School Association.  This year, the event will be virtual and will include a Silent Auction with fantastic items and a cash-prize raffle!  Bidder registration for our online Holiday Happening Silent Auction is officially open. Click here for a video and detailed steps on how to register.  It is free to register!

The morning of the first day of the silent auction, (Friday, November 12th), you will receive an email with online bidding instructions. Bidding will open at 4:00pm on Friday, November 12th and will close at 8:00pm on Saturday, November 13th. Personal notification emails will be sent with final purchase information for all won auction items. Item pick-up will be held at Saint Mary School on Sunday, November 14th from 10:00am-3:00pm. Thank you for all of your support and happy bidding!
 Fisher Catholic Prospective Student Visit Day this Tuesday
Fisher Catholic High School is hosting a Prospective Student Visit Day for students in Grade 8!  This event is scheduled for Tuesday, November 9 from 10-1 at Fisher Catholic High School.  Learn more about Fisher Catholic High School through presentations, classroom visits, a building tour, a complimentary lunch, and a question and answer session.  Parents of these prospective students are invited to join us that evening, Tuesday, November 9 from 6-7:30, for an informational session.  For questions or to register, please contact our Front Office Manager, Kellie Shonk or 740-654-1231.  Thank you and GO, IRISH!
"Sandwich Saturday" Resumes on Sat. 13 Nov. '21
We will be in need of donation of bologna, individually wrapped sliced cheese, white bread, and sandwich baggies. The sandwiches made are donated to area shelters to help feed the hungry in our community. To volunteer to help prepare sandwiches you need to have attended a Protecting God's Children session and have a background check on file with the Diocese of Columbus.
REMINDERS:
THE LIVES OF THE SAINTS AND FEASTS FOR CHILDREN
100 Incidents of Vandalism at Catholic Sites in US Since May 2020
US Bishops Chair Welcomes Refugee Admissions Target
Call to Senate to Retain Longstanding, Bipartisan Pro-Life Policies
Bishops' Invite Young People to World Youth Day
US Bishops Chairmen on Abortion Funding in Build Back Better Act
Bishops' Chairman on Supporting Pregnant and New Mothers
Veterans Day - 11 November
Resources for Welcoming Veterans Home
Honoring Military Chaplains
St. Mary Teachers Selling Meat & Cheese for Tuition Aid
St. Mary Teacher Association is selling cheese and meat options for your holiday gatherings! All proceeds benefit tuition assistance at St. Mary School. Orders will be taken Monday, October 25th through Monday, November 22. 
  • Each 12 ounce cheese item is $7. 
  • Each individually packaged meat item is $14. 
Pick up dates for orders will be in the Spirit Center 
  • Friday, December 10th from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, December 11th from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 
Orders can be filled out and turned into the St. Mary School office using the paper form, or online using the Google Form. If you have any questions please contact the school office at 740-654-1632. Thank you for supporting the students of St. Mary School! You will also be supporting local businesses as we have partnered with Pearl Valley Cheese and Berry Family Farms to provide these delicious options!
Bottoms Up - November Gift Matching Campaign
Sadly, 1 in 3 families struggle to afford diapers to keep their babies clean, dry, and healthy. This year alone, Bottoms Up has distributed almost 1 million diapers to families in need, but they need your help. In November, you can donate to Bottoms Up and have your donation matched dollar for dollar. Go to bottoms.life to donate and have your donation doubled!
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132 South High Street | Lancaster, Ohio
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