Advent
Our Advent Theme
Be consoled and comforted, my people!
Your salvation will quickly come.
These words are part of an Advent hymn, Drop Down Dew/Rorate Caeli. The opening words of the hymn’s refrain are taken from the Old Testament Book of Isaiah and give beautiful expression to the deep longings of the Chosen People, and symbolically the Church, for the coming of the Messiah, the Lord’s anointed One!
Advent Liturgy Schedule
Prepare for Christ!
Mass Times
Thursdays, Dec. 4, 11, & 18
Mass at 9:15am & 5:30pm
Confession Times
Saturdays, Dec. 6, 13, & 20 | 3:00-4:30pm
Saturday, Dec. 20 | 10:30am-12:00pm
Saturday, Dec. 27 | No Confessions
Regional Penance Services
St. Francis of Assisi | Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 7:00pm
St. Mary Student Parish | Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 7:00pm
St. Thomas | Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 7:00pm
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Monday, Dec. 8
Holy Day of Obligation
Mass at 9:15am, 12:15pm, & 7:00pm
Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Friday, Dec. 12
Mass at 9:15am & 7:00pm (en español)
6:00pm: Mañanitas (Marian hymns in spanish,
accompanied by Mariachi music)
Participate in our Advent Giving Tree
This gift donating tradition is a beautiful sign that our community cares for those at-risk families and persons who are struggling economically. The Giving Trees can be found in the Church, or you can shop via our Virtual Giving Tree. Find more information on our Advent Giving Tree Page.


Advent Candles & Prayer Companion Booklets On Sale
Advent Candles and a variety of prayer companion booklets and resources are available for purchase during the first two weeks of Advent on the table on the eastside wall of church, near the bookrack.
The Advent Wreath is a wonderful way to celebrate this season of anticipation and hope.
See below for prayers for each week of Advent that you can pray with your family as you light your Advent candles! Come, Lord Jesus, Come!





