Sunday, December 13, 2020
SUNDAY, December 13, 2020 3RD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
PRIEST: As we draw closer to the feast of Christmas when we celebrate the light of Christ being born into the world, let us lift up to God all the places of darkness in our own lives and in our world. With hope and joy, let us bring our needs before the Lord.
1. For all who preach the Gospel, may their words bring glad tidings to the poor, heal the brokenhearted, and proclaim liberty to captives, we pray (and sing) to the Lord.
2. For leaders of nations, in their policies and decisions may they work tirelessly to ensure support and care for the hungry, homeless and ailing, we pray (and sing) to the Lord.
3. For all those who grieve, may they know the tender compassion of God and find joy and peace in the midst of sorrow, we pray (and sing) to the Lord.
4. For all gathered in this place, having encountered the light of Christ in word and sacrament, may we in turn bring this light to others, we pray (and sing) to the Lord.
5. For those nearing the end of life, may they be comforted and sustained by a loving community and know deeply the tenderness of God, we pray (and sing) to the Lord.
6. That God’s kindness be upon those have died and have put their hope in him, especially Shavon Hoefer Velarde, Joseph Tai Chi Nguyen, Maria Bach Yen Thi Nguyen, __________ , we pray (and sing) to the Lord.
Mass Intentions – Read only the sentence for your Mass:
Saturday, 4:00pm: For the repose of the souls of Barry Ord, Livia Tan, for whom this Mass is being offered, we pray (and sing) to the Lord.
Saturday, 5:30pm: For the repose of the souls of Juliana Guzman, Guillermina Mayo, for whom this Mass is being offered, we pray (and sing) to the Lord.
Sunday, 8:00am: For the repose of the souls of The Unborn, Wilbur Quan, for whom this Mass is being offered, we pray (and sing) to the Lord.
Sunday, 9:30am: For the intentions of Bob & Dana Reyes (Anniversary), for whom this Mass is being offered, we pray (and sing) to the Lord.
Sunday, 11:00am: For the repose of the souls of Peter Minh Nguyen, for whom this Mass is being offered, we pray (and sing) to the Lord.
Sunday, 4:30pm: For the repose of the soul of Maria Ty Pham, David Pham, for whom this Mass is being offered, we pray (and sing) to the Lord.
One more petition:
7. Now let us pause and add our own intentions in silence (pause).
For our needs and those of one another, we pray (and sing) to the Lord.
PRIEST: God of joy, in times of darkness, grief and sorrow, you send us the light of your mercy and compassion. Hear our prayers that all of creation might be enlightened by your love and our world transformed by your justice. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Please Read All Announcements at All Masses
Here’s what’s happening in our Parish:
· Read Saturday Masses ONLY: Free Covid Testing is tomorrow, Sunday, December 13, 2020 from 12pm noon to 5pm.
· The Knights of Columbus are here on the grass area to accept your donation for Christmas Toy Drive.
· The next Healing Mass is Monday, December 14th starting with Praise & Worship at 6pm and Mass at 6:30pm.
· Advent Penance Service (Outdoor) is Wednesday, December 16th at 7pm and Friday, December 18th at 12pm Noon. Confessions will be available in English, Vietnamese, and Spanish.
· Book signing with Fr. Quan Tran author of “The Imitation of Mary” is next Sunday, December 20 after 9:30, 11, 1:30 and 3pm masses. Books are available in English and Vietnamese.
· Join the Bereavement Ministry and journey in faith with our parish families and assist them in preparing the Celebration of Life as they remember and honor their loved ones. Please contact the Parish Office if you would like to join.
Please check the bulletin, the web site, and our Facebook page for more information and all the latest news.