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St. Wenceslaus Happenings

Monday, December 8, is a Holy Day of Obligation.  There will be a Mass at 8:30 a.m. 

The Diocese has asked each parish to form Vocation Ministry Committee.  They would like 1-4 members to work on increasing vocations to the priesthood and religious life.  There will be a meeting in Gaylord on December 6 to give instructions and tools to use in promoting vocations.  This is a good way to physically build the Kingdom of God.  Please contact Deacon Martin if you wish to serve on a St. Wenceslaus committee.  After this meeting, you will set your own time to meet. 

Thanks to all those who were able to donate items to the K of C Sweatshirt collection.  Thank you for your generosity.  Because of you, these children will have a gift for Christmas. 

December 13 & 14: Special collection for the retired religious.  Find envelope in your envelope box.  Write the check to St. Wenceslaus and "Retired Religious" on the memo line. 

Save the Date: Sunday, December 14th for the Parish Breakfast Pot Luck Christmas Party immediately after Mass.  Parishioners are asked to bring egg or potato dishes, fruit or sweet rolls, or something that you enjoy for breakfast.  Coffee, juice and meat will be provided. 

Bishop Walsh's Prayer for Seminarians: Father, instill in the hearts of our Seminarians for the Diocese of Gaylord a profound love for Christ and His Church.  Enrich their seminary formation with growth in the areas of human, spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral priestly identity.  Endear them to the Just and Righteous man, St. Joseph, and like him, make them holy, hidden, and humble.  Envelope our Seminarians in Mary's Mantle, keep them focused and fueled for mission, ready and eager to serve.  Amen 

A Family Perspective by Bud Ozar: In today's gospel Jesus advises: "Stay awake, watch out, and pray for the strength to hold your ground" when "fearful and bewildering signs" appear threatening your family.  Resist being "fearful;" fear cripples!  Instead "pray for the strength" to be courageous. 

"At an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come", says today's Gospel.  Good stewards know that they are accountable to God for all they have and are and strive to live in readiness for His coming. 

December Birthdays: Happy Birthday to Gery Zemaitis, Mark Kalchik, Ben Bardenhagen, Sheri Patterson, Mary Ann Kolarik, Jerome Kolarik, and Deacon Martin Korson. 

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Area Happenings
Saturdays: That Man is You, a program for men for spiritual development, 8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m. at St. Mary Lake Leelanau.  All men are welcome to attend. 

Dec 5, 6: First Friday & Saturday: 8:30 a.m. at St. Michael and at 8:00 a.m. at St. Mary. 

December 5, 6, 7 and 12, 13, 14: Christmas Journey, Tours from 5:30-7:30 at New Hope Community Church off Hwy. 31 past Acme.  Experience the Story of Christmas from creation to Bethlehem and beyond during this outdoor tour.  A guide will lead people along a path filled with actors, scenery, and animals.  Admission is free.  Hot chocolate and cookies are provided. This scenario provides an exciting and enlightening experience.  More information 231-938-8050.  Dress warm and wear sturdy shoes or boots. 

December 6, 7: Leelanau Community Choir Christmas Concert, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Leland at 7:30 p.m.; and at the Suttons Bay Congregational Church at 2:30 p.m.

December 12: Advent by Candlelight, Harps start at 6:30 p.m. St Michael's, Suttons Bay. 

December 18: Leelanau County Senior Services Christmas Party at the Leland Lodge, 565 Pearl St, Leland.  Doors open at 11:30 giving time to mingle before a 12 p.m.  Christmas party tickets are $12.  Tickets can either be picked up at the LCSS office or obtained by mail at Leelanau County Senior Services, 8527 E. Government Center Drive, Suite 106, Suttons Bay, MI 49682.