Today, we celebrate the Third Sunday of Advent which is traditionally called Gaudete Sunday. Gaudete in Latin means, “Rejoice.” We are joyful because Christmas draws near. St. Paul's letter to the Thessalonians says, "Rejoice always, pray without ceasing."
LITURGICAL MINISTERS... please sign up to serve during our Christmas liturgies. Many thanks. Plan ahead....Our Masses for Christmas will be at 4:00 p.m. (usually quite crowded!), 6:00 p.m. (a quieter Mass) and Christmas Day at 10:30 a.m.
Did you know that our church hall can be used by parishioners for family gatherings such as baptismal parties, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, etc. Please call the church office if you are interested.
Now that we are in the last month of the calendar year, please consider your parish, St. Margaret’s, as your end of the year donation that is tax deductible. Your parish counts on your support 52 weeks out of the year!
"The Light Is On" I will be available for the Sacrament of Penance on MONDAY, DEC. 16th from 4-4:45 p.m. and from 5:30-6:30 p.m. You may also call me at the church office to make an appointment for a private confession. Come and prepare for Christmas by asking for God's mercy and forgiveness!
LeMoyne College scholarship... For many years, LeMoyne College and the Diocesan Catholic Youth Office have worked together to offer eight $4,000 scholarships ($1,000 per year). These scholarships are available to high school seniors who have demonstrated leadership abilities and have performed outstanding service to their school, community, and parish church. If you are interested in applying for one of these scholarships, please contact me at the church office for information and an application. The deadline for submitting applications is January 1, 2020.