Please join us for an evening of reflection.
Por favor, únase a nosotros para una noche de reflexión.

• Preparez le chemin du Seigneur
  Père Joseph Jean Louis
  December 8^th - 9:30 am - St. Bernadette Hall
• El Camino a la Santidad
  P. Luis Largaespada
  December 10^th & 11^th- 7:45 pm - Church
• Living the Virtues
  Fr. James Quigley
  December 17^th & 18^th - 8:45 am - Bishop Isern Hall
• Living the Virtues
  Fr. James Quigley
  December 17^th & 18^th - 7:30 pm - Church

Fr. Olguiín, Pastor of the church Purísima de lo Abarca and rector of the Sanctuary of St. Joseh in Melipilla, Chile, sent us a letter in gratitude for the donation of a chalice and a paten to their parish. The chalice and paten were extra material we had in our storage room and we are happy to find a place where they can be used.

Click here to read the letter

Christian Formation Sessions are now in progress. These sessions, in English and Spanish are open to everyone – just drop in Thursday from 8:15 pm – 9:45 pm in the school.

Come and explore this important question with us.
All are Welcome.

Friday, December 14^th, at 7:45pm | Main Chruch

Featuring the Adult and Children’s Choirs of the Parish

FREE ADMISSION

December 14^th | 8:00pm (Main Church)

Children’s Christmas Choir Now Rehearsing!
Wednesdays, 6:45 pm to 7:30 pm - In the School Music Room
To register, please contact Dr. Lori Werner: music@ololourdes.org

From 9:00am to 10:00am | Saturday, December 15^th

On the third Saturday of each month, following the morning Mass, at the Parish Office Conference Room.

You can ask about the ministry and life of the parish, about our plans for the future, the Catholic Faith or the teachings of the Church. Really, you can ask anything that is appropriate for a public forum.

I might not have all the answers but we will search them out together. I look forward to seeing you there.

Sunday, December 16^th | after Masses Parish Hall

The Hospitalité de Miami will be serving breakfast and lunch Sunday December 16^th after masses.

Please join us after mass for a delicious breakfast, grilled hot dogs, chili, pan con lechon, Riz Djon Djon (Black Mushroom Rice), Griot (Pork), Macaroni au gratin, more dishes from different nationalities, and cold drinks.

Come and visit, listen to some music and spend a fun time with friends and family!

Credit Cards will be accepted

Our Lady of Lourdes Conference

Help us help our neighbors in need “For I was hungry and you gave me food.” Mt. 25, 35-45

As part of our apostolate, SVdP ministry members visit applicant families in their homes within our parish boundaries. We assess their needs for assistance, and offer solidarity, prayer, encouragement and guidance.

3 loving ways to help:

• Green Angels> your wrapped gift or toy will help fulfill a wish made by a member of one of the families we have helped during the past year.
• Pink Angels> your gift card from a grocery store or retailer, will help provide for the food or clothing needs of one of the many families we will be helping during the coming year.
• White Archangels> your generous check or money order donation will help provide families in need with help with rent, utilities, medications, transportation, and other necessities. Make check payable to “Society of St. Vincent de Paul, OLOL conference”

Please select an angel from the tree located at the entrance of the church, and return it along with your donations during the weekend mosses, no later than December 17^th. A member ofthe SVdP ministry wil1 be at the tree during the weekend mass times to collect the fruits of your generosity.

December 16 to December 24
8:00 pm. after the Holy Mass (Spanish), in the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes

A beautiful occasion to share and motivate the children to prepare their hearts to receive the Child Jesus.

We invite you to share some traditional Christmas preparation with all the attendees, we receive donations of gifts and musical instruments.

As you may already know, the festival consists of four days of family fun and activities with rides, games, and delicious home cooked meals for everyone to enjoy. Our event attracts not only our own parishioners but also those of neighboring churches; approximately 42,000 people during the four days of the festival.

The benefits for your participation as a Corporate Sponsor will be publicity and name recognition during the event as well as on the website of the parish. In the past twelve months, our website has been visited by nearly 50,000 unique visitors. Finally, know that your support is important to the success of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish and its mission.

Become a Sponsor

The Council of Catholic Women (CCW) of Our Lady of Lourdes Church would like to thank everyone who participated in our Christmas Bazaar.
Your support to our event is greatly appreciated.

The winners of the Raffle are as follows:

• 1^st Prize: The Nativity Set - Carlos Morales
• 2^nd Prize: The $300.00 Visa card - Marisa Gonzalez
• 3^rd Prize: The Bicycle - Voilette Kernisant
• 4^th Prize: The framed Art Print - Frank Morrison

Congratulations!

Experience Advent with Dr. Tim Gray

How will you prepare for Christmas?
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Watch, Read, and Reflect each day

• Watch an inspiring video reflection from Dr. Tim Gray
• Read a passage from the Word of God
• Reflect on how you can prepare for Christ's coming

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