Saint Mary of the Assumption
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THE FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
Saturday: 5.30 pm and Sunday: 8.45 and 11.15 am
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RCIA Rite of Welcome with Reception to Follow
The R.C.I.A. Rite of Welcome will be celebrated at the 8.45 Mass to recognize Jerri Lynn Breese and Micah Scott Thompson as Candidates to enter full communion with the Church and to complete their Christian Initiation with the sacraments of Confirmation and holy Eucharist in the future. A small reception will be held in their honor after Mass in the spirit center - please stop over to introduce yourself, welcome them, and enjoy donuts, coffee, and juice.
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Blessing of Advent Wreaths
The priests will bless advent wreaths at the 3 Masses for the 1st Sunday of Advent (27/28 November). Please bring them with your name attached, and place them around the church wreath in the front of the sanctuary.
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Confession - The Sacrament of Mercy
Saturday afternoons from 4-5 pm
Anytime by appointment
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11.15 Mass is Live-Streamed for Our
Homebound, Sick & Vulnerable, and Caretakers
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Holy Father's Prayer Intention for the Month of November
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We pray that people who suffer from depression or burn-out will find support and a light that opens them up to life.
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Holy Father's Prayer Intention for the Month of December
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Let us pray for the catechists, summoned to announce the Word of God: may they be its witnesses, with courage and creativity and in the power of the Holy Spirit.
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Our Life in the Lord this Week in the Liturgical Year
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The Immaculate Conception of the B.V.M.
Wednesday, 8 December 2021
A Holy Day of Obligation
Mass Schedule
7 am, 9 am and 7 pm
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PLEASE RETURN YOUR 2022 PLEDGE CARD
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2022 St. Mary Stewardship Pledge Update
129 Pledge Cards Returned of 1,147 Parish Families
Total Pledged for 2022: $319,518.00
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Dear Parishioners,
Please join me in thanking Corey and Shelley Gavin for speaking at the Masses this past Saturday and Sunday on how and why they tithe their Time, Talent, and Treasure to our parish community. You should have also received this week via US mail a letter from me along with this year’s pledge card. I hope you had the opportunity to read my letter and reflect on it, as well as on what Corey and Shelley said in their presentation.
Now it is up to you to make a commitment as to how you will support our parish in the coming year of 2022, by pledging a tithe of your Time, Talent, and Treasure. Remembering all that God has blessed you with and the gift that St. Mary Parish has been to you and your family, fill out your pledge card and return it by dropping it the collection basket, bringing it to the rectory during office hours, or mailing it back to the parish at St. Mary Church, 132 S. High St. Lancaster, OH 43130.
Thank you to those who so generously support our parish. The ministry and all the good done at St. Mary could never be accomplished without your commitment. Please continue to pray for me and be assured you of my prayers for you and your family.
![]() In Christ,
Fr. Eilerman
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Stewardship of St. Mary of the Assumption
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Watch the Installation of Bishop Robert J. Brennan as the Bishop of the Church of Brooklyn on Tuesday, 30 November at 2.00 pm at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph via their TV Outlet:
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What does Advent mean to you? A time to put the lights up, gift shop, and eat chocolate? Or is it something more? Fr. Mike says it’s good to prepare ourselves for Christmas during Advent, but ultimately that’s not what the liturgical season is about. Mary, Joseph, and Jesus had to stay in a manger because there was no room for them in the inn. Will you use this season to make room for Jesus in your life?
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Save the Date!
ADVENT LESSONS AND CAROLS
Sunday, 19 Dec., 3 pm at St. Mary
Please join us for an hour in the church. Rest in the beautiful scripture readings and music of the Advent Season. Presented by the St. Mary Adult Choir.
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Penance Prep Parent Session on Sunday, 5 December
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There is a penance preparation parent session on Sunday, 5 December from 10-11 am in the spirit center for the parents of the little ones in our parish who attend St. Mary School or St. Mary PSR and are preparing to begin celebrating the sacraments of penance and holy Communion in the Spring of 2022.
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THE LIVES OF THE SAINTS AND FEASTS FOR CHILDREN
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Action Item for Catholic Schools!
The USCCB has been circulating an action alert regarding the Build Back Better Act, which in its current form will effectively exclude Catholic schools from both the child care expansion and the new universal pre-k program provisions. The following link includes a “Take Action” button that provides a pre-populated email to send directly to US Congress members ( CLICK HERE )
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The Giving Tree Project Returns
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We are happy to share that the Giving Tree Project will resume this year. This project brings the love of our parish community to those residing in nursing homes or who are in need. Trees will be placed in the main and south vestibules the weekend of 20/21 November. Please take an ornament from the tree, purchase the requested gift, wrap the gift, secure the ornament to the outside of the wrapped gift, and place it back under the tree no later than 12 December. If you have any questions, please call coordinator, Mary Neighbor at 740.654.2005.
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St. Mary School's House of Saint Therese is hosting a Toy Drive! This Toy Drive benefits Fairfield County Child Protective Services and will be held Nov. 18- Dec. 10. Boxes will be placed in the main hall and in classrooms for your generous donation to those in need. Thank you.
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In honor of Fisher Catholic's 50th Anniversary, they are hosting a "50 Pints for 50 Years" Blood Drive! The blood drive will take place on December 16 from 7:00 am - 1:00 pm in the Fisher Catholic Alumni Gym. To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org and type in the keyword, FisherCatholic, to make your appointment. Thank you for your support!
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'Hear the Joyful Refrains' of Christmas music performed in 6 historic churches, with guides leading you along candlelit streets in Downtown Lancaster, Ohio. The evening begins at 6pm at First United Methodist Church and ends at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church. In between are programs at First Presbyterian, St. Peter's Lutheran, First English Lutheran and Emanuel Lutheran. Buy tickets early and save. Order on this website; call 740-654-9923; or stop by the Sherman House Museum or the Fairfield Heritage office at the Georgian Museum. Adults: $10; students 5-18: $4. Tickets sold at First United Methodist Church that night will be $12 for adults; $4 for students.
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Catholic Conversations from 6-8 pm
The Infancy Narratives
Dec. 12 at Old Bag of Nails
4065 Main St, Hilliard, OH 43026
Join Fr. Jeff Rimelspach as he discusses the Infancy Narratives in Matthew and Luke which contain some of the most cherished passages in all of Scripture. These stories have influenced everything from sacred art to modern pop culture, inspiring the imagination of all who read them. What we might not expect, however, is that the infancy narratives are not merely about the baby Jesus. Join us for this Advent discussion! Registration is recommended for seating. Visit Eventbrite and search Catholic Conversations Hilliard Oh or email Nancy OR Julie.
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