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Fr. Craig’s Contemplations
Hello Friends,
In this second week of Advent, we hear from the Prophet Baruch. In the fifth chapter of Baruch, we hear a message of consolation, that eventually Jerusalem will enter “the splendor of glory from God forever.” The ancient people are called to live
according to the will of God, if they do, they will find lasting peace. St. Paul in the first chapter of Philippians teaches each of us, “true friendship extends into eternity.” Indeed, if we live according to God’s will for us, we will find true friendships that will carry us beyond this life, to the heavenly banquet.
Sometimes, it is the “least likely” person who will offer us this “life giving” friendship. However, to “hear” God’s word, to “see in faith” we need time in quiet prayer. At St. Anne’s we have a time(s) of Eucharistic Adoration before Mass each Monday evening and each Friday morning before Mass and on every Thursday morning. It’s a time of “quiet prayer.” Many of the greatest spiritual teachers in our faith teach us that in those times of
silence, God speaks in a unique way to each of us, as adopted sons and daughters.
So, for this second week of Advent, as we prayerfully ponder, “how am I preparing the way of the Lord” in my life? Let us give thanks for those “least likely” friends, who are assisting us with their prayers and works. Finally, let us ask our Lord for greater peace, so that we may be enriched in a whole new way this Advent.
May God bless you,
Fr. Craig
SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
1st Reading—Baruch 5: 1-9—Rejoice, Jerusalem, and be glad! The glory of God will shine upon you. The mountains and valleys will become a level plain. “God is leading Israel in joy.”
Responsorial Psalm: 126: 1-2, 2-3, 4-5, 6— “The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.”
2nd Reading—Philippians 1: 4-6, 8-11—Paul prayed for the Philippians that the good work begun in them may be “filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ.”
Gospel Acclamation—Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! “Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths: all flesh shall see the salvation, the salvation of God.” Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
Gospel—Luke 3: 1-6—The Word of God was spoken to John the Baptizer. From that time on he went about proclaiming a baptism of repentance, saying, “Prepare the way of the Lord!”
2ND SUNDAY OF ADVENT - C - DECEMBER 5, 2021
PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL
1) Let us pray for the Church:
Loving God, lead your people along the road of hope.
Be our sure joy and refuge in difficult times.
We pray to the Lord…
2) Let us pray for our world to be at peace:
Holy Spirit of peace, make us rich in the harvest of justice.
Gift leaders and all people with the desire for lasting peace.
Bring harmony to our country and safety to all military personnel.
We pray to the Lord…
3) Let us pray for those who are in need:
Gracious God, fill us with the courage to serve the needs of others. In this season of hope, help us befriend the homeless and the poor.
We pray to the Lord…
4) Let us pray for our sick brothers and sisters:
Healing Savior, be near to all those who are ill, especially –
Betty Morici Kirk McCoy Chuck Marteney (Martini)
Marge Park Ruthie Reid Pam Allen Jacob Boesch
Dustin Zernec Bob Mihos (mee-hos) Dominic Vrbanec
Marty Levin
And for all who have asked for our prayers.
We pray to the Lord…
5) Let us remember the dead:
Eternal God, remember your promises and bring our beloved dead to your glorious throne, especially --
(5:00 Mass) Frederick & Mariah Andre, Michael Jaruzel, Scott Flanigan, Tom Rogan
(8:30 Mass) Nicolo Genovese, Magdalena Lamonica
(10:30 Mass) Carmelita Lopez-Keyes, Mary Ann Cox
We pray to the Lord…
ANNOUNCEMENTS – December 5, 2021
- Our Christmas collection of food and gifts are due next Sunday, December 12th at noon. Please be sure and bring back any angel tags and have them attached to the gifts requested. Thank you.
- This Wednesday, December 8th is the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. We will have 9 a.m. & 7 p.m. Mass to fulfill the holy day of obligation.
- The Knights of Columbus is promoting the Holy Cross Services Giving Calendar. Inside the cover of each calendar is a raffle ticket that the donor completes and mails to Holy Cross Services with their donation of $25 payable to Boysville of Michigan. There are 30- $50 prizes drawn each month and 1- $500 prize each month and 1- $5000 drawn in December. Calendars are available on the table in the gathering area. Thank you for your support.
- This the last week for the Knights of Columbus coloring contest. All entries must be in by next Sunday. Paper and information are in the gathering area.
- The funeral Mass for John Jacobs will take place on Thursday, December 9th at 11 a.m.
- Our children’s Christmas choir will meet after the 10:30 Mass.
- Mark Your calendars for Sunday, December 19th at 12 p.m. when our Parish Christmas Concert will take place in Hardy Hall.
- Thursday’s Adoration will conclude at the end of this month. Due to low attendance. We have Adoration on Monday evening from 5:45 to 6:45 prior to 7 p.m. Mass and on Friday morning 7:45 to 8:45 prior to 9 a.m. Mass. Thank you for your understanding.