The Coming of the Lord is near. Below are some ideas for Advent preparation and schedules for Liturgical Services. We encourage you to enter as fully as possible into the true spirit of this season.
Advent in 2 Minutes – from Busted Halo
What is Advent all about? How is Advent different than Christmas? Busted Halo explains the significance of this special season in the Church and why the experience of waiting, hope, and preparation is still so important in our lives today.
Visit Busted Halo’s Advent Calendar for daily Advent inspiration.
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Advent Spiritual Resources
Daily Eucharist
Immaculate Conception Holy Day
VIGIL OF IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7th
7:00 a.m. SEAS
5:00 p.m. St. Joseph
6:30 p.m. SEAS
7:00 p.m. Holy Trinity (NOTE: NO 8:15 morning Mass this day)
FEAST OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8th
NOTE: No morning mass at SEAS & St. Anthony
8:00 a.m. St. Hyacinth
Noon St. Anthony
1:20 p.m. NCCS (School Mass at SEAS)
6:30 p.m. St. Hedwig
7:00 p.m. Holy Trinity
7:00 p.m. Mt. Carmel
There is no Adoration at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton on Friday December 8th.
The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Our Lady of Guadalupe Feast Day Celebration Sunday, December 10 at 12:30pm
NCCS School Gym, 336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk. Enter from 4th Street entrance doors. Bring a dish to pass.
Contact Natalie Hoebener: call or text 716-581-1879 or email nhoebener@thelordsvineyard3.com.
Celebración del Día de la Fiesta de nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Domingo, 10 de diciembre Gimnasio de la Escuela Católica del Norte de Chautauqua 336 Washington Ave. Dunkirk. Entra por las puertas de entrada de la calle 4Trae un plato
para pasar Si tiene alguna pregunta póngase en contacto con Natalie Hoebener
nhoebener@thelordsvineyard3.com or text/call 716-581-1879.
Advent Night of Prayer
Night prayer will be offered at SEAS every Friday evening during Advent at 6:30pm beginning this Friday, December 8th. Night prayer includes sung and spoken prayers, a Scripture reading with a brief reflection, and a hymn to the Blessed Mother. The service lasts approximately 30 minutes. Please enter the church through the side doors facing the parking lot. All are welcome!
Christmas Basket Information
Beginning November 27 through December 5, 2023, applications for Christmas Baskets will be accepted. To apply for a Christmas basket, please contact the following telephone number only: 716-363-6080
El lunes 27 de Noviembre por 5 de Diciembre, 2023, empezaremos a aceptar solicitudes para canastas de Navidad. Para solicitar una canasta de Navidad favor de llamar a los siguientes telefonos solo: 716-363-6080.
Advent Crèche
The annual advent crèche will soon be placed in the sanctuary for those who want to make a thoughtful gift to a neighbor.