Fr. Jim's Jots - 4th Sunday of Advent 2018

Fr. Jim's Jots

Merry Christmas!

I'm wishing every one of our parishioners, both far and near, a blessed and Holy Christmas.  During this time of gift-giving, I pause to say thank you for the gift of St. Elizabeth's Parish.  What a blessing it is to be assigned by our bishop and the Catholic Diocese to serve in such a wonderful community. I give thanks for your kindness and warm welcome; truly we welcome the stranger!

As our staff continues to grow; still all part time, so too does our ministries and outreach.  This year in a special way we have been able to help so many individuals and families with rent, heating and Christmas gifts. Thank you.  I am also blessed and grateful for our Advent and Christmas liturgies.

Our Christmas Mass schedule is Children's program, 5 p.m., Christmas Eve and Mass follows at 6 p.m.  Christmas Day, Mass at 9 a.m. Our Mass for the Holy Day of Mary, Mother of God, New Year's Eve, December 31st at 5 p.m. with a potluck meal to follow; all are welcome.  Our parish office will be closed until January 2, 2019.

Christmas Blessings,

Fr. Jim