As we approach the end of the liturgical year, we hear more and more about our need to be ready for the Lord’s coming. This weekend, Saint Paul tells us to stay alert and sober. Even more, Jesus tells us in the parable of the talents that we have been given gifts that we must use in service of the Master. May our prayer be for discernment of the gifts that God had given us, and of the best ways that we may use them to build up the reign of God.
Next weekend is the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King, the final Sunday of the liturgical year. Fr. Pleban will be here celebrating the Mass as I, along with 7 of our youth and 3 adults will be attending the National Catholic Youth Conference in Indianapolis, IN. Please keep us in your prayers that we, along with all the travelers, will enjoy a safe trip and a faith-filled experience. The theme of NCYC this year is "Called to Glory." As we all celebrate the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King, may we all be reminded that we are all called to glory!
Next week we will have the Little Blue Books (adults) and Little Purple Books (children) available in church. These Little Books are to assist you on your Advent journey. If possible we are asking for a $1 donation to help defray the costs. Also, please refer to today’s bulletin regarding the Advent Family Day on December 4.
We all know that Advent is the busiest time of the year with preparations for Christmas. Try and make every effort to include this event into your schedule of preparations.
Our Responsorial Psalm this week, "Blessed are those who walk in the way of the Lord," reminds us that we will receive many blessings if we follow the way of our Lord.
Six rings are great but 7 would be heaven ... Go Steelers!
