Advent is a time of preparation and reflection as we prepare ourselves to celebrate the birth of Christ and rejoice during the Christmas season - extending from Christmas Day until the Baptism of Christ (which this year is on Jan. 12). But while many focus on Christmas Day for their celebration, you are invited to celebrate the entire season with us, including the Solemnity of Mary (Jan. 1 - New Year’s Day) and the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord (Jan. 5). May the blessings of Advent and of the Christmas season be with you all year long!
Wednesday - November 27
Advent Family Craft Night - Dont’t give into the Christmas Crazies! Join in making an Advent wreath, visit with Advent saints, and enjoy alot more family fun. 7:00 pm in Grill Hall.
Sunday - December 1
Giving Tree - Starting today, you can pick a gift tag from the Advent Giving Tree in the church narthex for a gift collection for needy children.
Thursday - December 5
Mass & Healing Service - This is a season for not only spiritual healing, but also healing of the body. 6:30 pm at Our Lady of Grace Church, Encino.
Friday - December 6
First Friday Mass & Benediction - Celebration of the Eucharist and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament are at the core of the Advent Season. 8:30 am Mass in the church, followed by Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament until Benediction at 6:00 pm.
Friday - December 6
Senior Funsters Christmas Luncheon & Party - All seniors are invited to join our Senior Funsters get in the
Friday - December 6
Our Children Remembered Candlelight Mass - The holidays are especially difficult for those who have lost a loved one, and when that loss is a child, the pain is unbearable. Parents who have lost a child are invited to our annual Mass and candle lighting service which is offered in memory of their children. All other family members and friends are also welcome to attend. 7:30 pm in the church.
Saturday - December 7
Filipino Mass & Christmas Party - The SJE Filipino community invite you to join in celebrating the season with a special Filipino Mass, followed by their annual Christmas Party. 6:00 pm in Montal Hall.
Sunday - December 8
The Annual St. John Eudes Christmas Boutique - This is a wonderful opportunity to get your Christmas shopping done and help support the parish. Jewelry, spa products, novelty gifts, gourmet food and candies, one of a kind art and much much more will be available. 8:00 am - 3:00 pm in Grill Hall.
Monday - December 9
Feast of the Immaculate Conception - While not a Holy Day of Obligation this year (since the regular date of this feastday falls on a Sunday) it’s a good time to focus on the deep meaning Mary has in God′s plan for the salvation of the world. Masses will be at 6:30 am and 8:30 pm.
Various Days - December 9 thru 20
Advent Penance Services - Advent is a special time that calls us to prepare ourselves spiritually for the coming of Christmas. In addition to the Advent penance services that will be held at our own parish, penance services will be held at all local churches in our area on various days to give you the opportunity to easily find a service you can attend. Check the bulletin or call the Parish Office for the parishes, dates, and times available.
Thursday - December 12
Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe - Mariachis and Aztec dancers will fill our celebration with the sights, sounds, and music of Mexico in the church at the traditional Mañanitas Mass at 5:00 am and an evening Mass at 7:00 pm. Festivities begin 45 minutes before each Mass. The celebration continues after each Mass with refreshments and entertainment in Grill Hall.
Saturday - December 14
Bilingual Advent Retreat - Join Fr. Carlos Valencia as he leads a one day Advent retreat to prepare us for the coming of Christmas. 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.
Tuesday - December 17
Communal Penance Service - Join us as we come together as a community to ask forgiveness for our sins and prepare ourselves to receive the blessings of Christmas. 7:30 pm in the church.
Wednesday - December 18
St. John Eudes School Christmas Program - Join our school children as they celebrate the season with a very special Christmas program! 7:00 pm in the church.
Friday - December 20
SJE Choir Christmas Concert - Enjoy a wonderful musical expression of the sounds of Christmas sure to uplift your spirit. 7:00 pm in the church (nominal admission).
Thursday thru Monday - December 19 thru 21
Individual Confessions - As we await the celebration of the birth of the Light of the World, we are offered the opportunity to reconcile ourselves to that Light. Confessions will be heard in the church on Thursday (Dec. 19) from 7:00-8:00 pm, Friday (Dec. 20) from 9:00-10:00 pm, Saturday (Dec. 21) from 9:00-10:00 am & 7:00-8:00 pm, and on Monday (Dec. 23) from 9:00-10:30 am.
And as this is the season of caring and giving, consider giving one of the greatest gifts you can give – the gift of faith. Together In Mission is a local program that keeps many of the needy parishes and schools in our Archdiocese open to serve their communities and fulfill the important mission of the Church. Without the aid provided by Together In Mission, many churches and schools in underprivileged areas would need to close. When considering your holiday gifting, please remember this important program. Your gift also provides important benefits to our parish programs since all money collected above our commitment amount is returned to us to use for our local programs. Envelopes are available in the church pews or at the Parish Office. Learn more about Together In Mission.
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