O UR L A D Y O F P E R P E T U A L H ELP C H U R C H E L L I C O T T C I T Y , M A R Y L A N D ~ w w w . o l p h p a r i s h . o r g od comes to us in ways that are simply and surprisingly unexpected: unexpected times, unexpected places, and unexpected ways. What if we could learn to find Him in the places we least expect Him? Imagine what life would be like. Join us each Sunday of Advent and on Christmas as we learn, through the Scripture readings, how to find God where we least expect Him. This 5week series, offered at each Sunday Mass, is the perfect way to enter into Advent and Christmas. Prepare Your Heart to Receive the Lord at Christmas… Receive God’s Mercy in the Sacrament of Reconciliation We need the Lord’s mercy! Don’t miss out on these opportunities t o u n b u r d e n your heart from sin and experience the greatness of God’s love for you: Regular Weekly Confessions - Every Saturday afternoon of Advent at OLPH from 3:00-4:15pm. Howard County Regional Advent Penance Services - Monday, December 9, 2013 at 7:00pm at the Church of the Resurrection in Ellicott City - Tuesday, December 10, 2013 at 7:00pm at St. Louis in Clarksville A large number of priests will be available at both services! Haven’t been to confession for a while? Don’t worry – you can find a helpful guide on our parish website at www.olphparish.org/sacraments. Just let the priest know it’s been a little while and he’ll help you the whole way. Daily Mass Join us Monday thru Saturday at 8:15am for daily Mass (and Thursdays at 9:30am for our School Mass) to enter more deeply into the season by reflecting on the Scripture readings that foretell the coming of Christ, and then receive Him in the Eucharist. This is a great way to build-in time with the Lord during the busyness of December. Spend Quiet Time with Jesus during Eucharistic Adoration Every Friday from 9:00am until Saturday at 8:00am we have the opportunity to pray before Jesus truly present in the Blessed Sacrament during Eucharistic Adoration. With faith in His words “This is my Body”, we come before Him and enter His presence. In the midst of the holiday rush, stop into the church, slow down, and spend some quiet time with Jesus as He invites you to open your heart to Him and speak with Him in prayer or simply enjoy resting in His presence. G A DVENT & CHRISTMAS 2013
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O U R L A D Y O F P E R P E T U A L H E L P C H U R C H E L L I C O T T C I T Y , M A R Y L A N D ~ w w w . o l p h p a r i s h . o r g
od comes to us in ways that are simply and surprisingly unexpected: unexpected times, unexpected places, and unexpected ways. What if we could learn to find Him in the places we least expect Him? Imagine what life would be like. Join us each Sunday of Advent and on
Christmas as we learn, through the Scripture readings, how to find God where we least expect Him. This 5-‐week series, offered at each Sunday Mass, is the perfect way to enter into Advent and Christmas.
Prepare Your Heart to Receive the Lord at Christmas…
Receive God’s Mercy in the Sacrament of Reconciliation
We need the Lord’s mercy! Don’t miss out on these opportunities t o u n b u r d e n your heart from sin and experience the greatness of God’s love for you: Regular Weekly Confessions - Every Saturday afternoon of Advent at OLPH
from 3:00-4:15pm.
Howard County Regional Advent Penance Services - Monday, December 9, 2013 at 7:00pm at the Church of the Resurrection in Ellicott City - Tuesday, December 10, 2013 at 7:00pm at St. Louis in Clarksville A large number of priests will be available at both
services! Haven’t been to confession for a while? Don’t worry – you can find a helpful guide on our parish website at www.olphparish.org/sacraments. Just let the priest know it’s been a little while and he’ll help you the whole way.
Daily Mass Join us Monday thru Saturday at 8:15am for daily Mass (and Thursdays at 9:30am for our School Mass) to enter more deeply into the season by reflecting on the Scripture readings that foretell the coming of Christ, and then receive Him in the Eucharist. This is a great way to build-in time with the Lord during the busyness of December.
Spend Quiet Time with Jesus during Eucharistic Adoration
Every Friday from 9:00am until Saturday at 8:00am we have the opportunity to pray before Jesus truly present in the Blessed Sacrament during Eucharistic Adoration. With faith in His words
“This is my Body”, we come before Him and enter His presence. In the midst of the
holiday rush, stop into the church, slow down, and spend some quiet time with
Jesus as He invites you to open your heart to Him and speak with Him in prayer or simply enjoy resting in His presence.
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ADVENT & CHRISTMAS 2013
Daily Advent Devotional Reflections, Prayers and Actions
This year our parish is offering its own booklet of daily reflections, prayers and actions for the Advent season. The reflections for each day are drawn from the daily Mass readings, which the Church chooses to help prepare us for our coming Christmas celebrations. The short prayers are perfect for individuals and families, while the daily actions help us connect the message to our daily lives. This is a wonderful way to prepare for Christmas!
St. Vincent de Paul Christmas Giving Tree Program
Two Giving Trees will be setup in the church narthex with hundreds of gift tags waiting to be taken on the weekend of Nov. 30/Dec. 1. Please help make a joyful Christmas for the needy children in our area. This year your gifts will bring joy to children at St. Wenceslaus in East Baltimore, St. Veronica’s in South Baltimore, Sarah’s Hope shelter for mothers and children, and GrassRoots here in Howard County. Please follow the instructions found on the printed flyer (and our website) and return your gifts to the church no later than the 11:00am Mass on Sunday, Dec. 15!
Eucharistic Holy Hour with Praise & Worship
Friday, December 6 a t 7:30 pm When we praise God we can experience joy, peace, love, healing, forgiveness, and freedom through His grace. No matter where you are in your conversion journey, Jesus will meet you there. Invite Him into your heart and your life. He longs to be with you just as you are! Scripture readings, music and reflection will help guide you in praise and prayer in the presence of our Lord in the Holy Eucharist.
OLPH Annual Breakfast with Santa Sunday, December 8 from 8:00am-
12:00pm Join us for a delicious breakfast buffet, the S ec re t Santa Shop, kids crafts, raffle trees and photos with Santa ‘til 11:00am. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 3-12, $5 for seniors, and FREE for children under 3. Visit olphschool.org for more info!
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception Monday, December 9
This year the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception is m o v e d t o M o n d a y , D e c . 9 . This beautiful feast celebrates one of God’s greatest works: the conception of Mary without sin in the womb of her
mother, St. Ann. In preserving Mary from the stain of sin, the Lord prepared her for the special role she would have as the mother o f Christ our Savior. This feast is a wonderful prelude to our Christmas celebrations. Please join us for Mass on Monday, Dec. 9 at 8:15am and 9:30am.
“Greccio” Living Nativity at the Shrine of St. Anthony
December 14 and 15 at 7:30pm Join the Franciscan Friars at the Shrine of St. Anthony for the Greccio Living Nativity to celebrate the coming of the Christmas Season. The nativity scene is a deep tradition within the Franciscan order dating back to when St. Francis popularized the Nativity Scene in a town called Greccio. Our Living Nativity is located at the hay barn and features carols , adoration, and refreshments. There is no charge for this event. For more info call (410) 531-2800.
Christmas Concert The Shrine of St. Anthony will hold a Christmas Concert Saturday December 21, from 7:00 to 9:00pm with reception following. Proceeds benefit the Shrine. Seating is limited and will be done on a first-come-first-served basis. For more information call 410-531-2800 or email [email protected]
Blessing and Lighting of the Parish Christmas Tree
Sunday, December 15 at 7:00pm Join us outside the Parish Center as we bless and light our Parish Christmas Tree, sing a few carols, and then move inside for hot cocoa and treats. The Christmas tree has a beautiful history in our celebration of the Birth of Jesus. Take a break from the hectic running around, join us and keep the true meaning of the Christmas tree alive! All are welcome!
Christmas Parish Family Dinner Night Friday, January 3 from 5:00pm-8:00pm
Mark your calendars for our next OLPH Family Dinner Night as we continue our Christmas celebrations. Our kitchen crew has a wonderful meal planned so take time to relax with family and friends and join us for a great night. Don’t let Christmas end too early – join us for our Christmas Parish Family Dinner Night! RSVP at www.olphparish.org/dinner
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR’S
MASS SCHEDULE
Christmas Eve Masses Tuesday, December 24, 2013
4:00pm - Church (Children’s Choir) 4:00pm - Parish Center (Contemporary Choir) 6:00pm - Church (Youth Choir) 8:00pm - Church (Traditional Choir) 12:00am Midnight - Church (Contemporary Choir)
ê A musical prelude will begin 20 minutes before each Christmas Eve Mass.
ê The Children’s Christmas Program will begin at 3:30pm in the Church
Christmas Day Masses Wednesday, December 25, 2013
9:00am - Church (Organ and Cantor)
Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God A Holy Day of Obligation
New Year’s Eve
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
5:00pm – Vigil Mass for the Solemnity 8:00pm to Midnight – Eucharistic Adoration
12:00 am – Midnight Mass Start the New Year in a different way! Join us for Eucharistic Adoration on New Year’s Eve followed by Candlelight Mass at Midnight for the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. Stay afterwards as we toast the New Year!
