It is the second week of Advent. The kids in Atrium 1 and Atrium 2 did the Visitation in preparing us for the coming of our Lord. They prepared their Advent Wreaths and altar tables in the color Purple.
In Atrium 3 we worked on finishing our work with the Prophets. We looked back on the four prophets: Isaiah,Jeremiah,Amos and Ezekiel. We reflected on how God prepared them to prepare the people of God for the coming of our Lord. How their lives were so vastly different yet each were significantly important in sharing God's messages and words. They also prepared their Advent Wreath and altar table.
All three classes had a surprised visit by the teenagers in confirmation classes. They all stopped by and wanted to introduce themselves to each student. It was very thoughtful and enlightening. we have such amazing kids. you the parents have done a wonderful job in raising such fine and faithful kids.
The kids in Atrium 3 are putting on a skit of "Our Lady Of Guadalupe." We rehearsed before class and during class as well. Please make sure your able to attend. It is this Sunday between the two masses. The time is set for 9:45 am til 10:15 am. We do have one more rehearsal on this Saturday at 1:00 pm.
Also we still need sheep and shepherds for the Annual Sattler Christmas Parade. We need to have the kids there by no later than 10:00 am. The Knights of Columbus are providing a float for the kids. Father really wants a good turnout for this.
Pope Francis states "The time of Advent that the Church celebrates in preparation for Christmas is a new journey of the people of God with Jesus Christ. our Shepherd, who guides us in history towards the completion of the Kingdom of God(Parousia). Let us rediscover the beauty of being together along the way: the Church, with her vocation and mission, and the whole of humanity, the people, the civilizations, the cultures, all together on the paths of time."
If you have not heard by now Chris Hanly is stepping down as our DRE. She has served us so well and we were Blessed to have her for as long as we did. She is pursuing her Masters Degree in Theology. She will still be around helping Sabine in the Atrium 2 class. Please pray for her continued success in growing in her knowledge and devotion of our faith and to our Lord....
Your Brother in Christ,
Anthony Colyer