The Blessing of the Bambinelli #4
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December 19th at 10:00 AM Mass
Pope John Paul II began the tradition of Bambinelli Sunday during his papacy to remind families about the joyous event of Baby Jesus’ arrival in the manger. Bambinelli Sunday is celebrated on the Third or Fourth Sunday of Advent. On that day children gather with their families in St. Peter’s Square and bring figures of the Christ Child from their family’s Nativity scene.
All parishioners – especially children – are encouraged to bring the Bambinelli – the baby Jesus from their Nativity sets – to the 10:00am Mass at St. Francis for a special blessing by our priests. This Advent tradition is a way for families to connect their Nativity at home to the celebration of Christmas at St. Francis.
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From the Religious Ed Office: CATECHISTS NEEDED!
As the peaceful and fun days of summer beckon us to a more relaxed schedule, our thoughts here in the religious ed office are focusing on fall classes. As we plan for September, we see that our major issue is staffing.
BISHOP BARRES Congratulates St. Francis Parish on Ministries Appeal Bulletin
Dear Father Kaczmarek: Barbara Kilarjian has shared with me the wonderful news that your parish has exceeded goal in pledges for the 2023 Catholic Ministries Appeal.
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