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1 St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church HOLY MASS & SACRAMENTS Sunday Mass: Saturday Evening Vigil at 4:30 PM Sunday Morning Masses at 8 and 10:30 AM Weekday Mass: Monday through Friday at 8:00 AM Holy Day Mass: Vigil 5:30 PM, 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM Devotions: Morning Prayer: Mon.-Friday. 7:40 AM Eucharistic Adoration: Mon. 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Evening Prayer, Our Lady of Perpetual Help & Benediction Mon. At 5:30 PM Sacrament of Penance (Confessions): Saturday 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM Sunday 9:45 AM - 10:15 AM Baptism: Sundays at 11:45 AM Parents should contact the parish office to arrange a Baptism and to attend preparation class. Holy Matrimony: Please make arrangements at the parish office at least six months before the anticipated marriage. Vocation To The Priesthood And Consecrated Religious Life: Contact the Parish Office or the Archdiocesan Office of Vocations at Homebound Parishioners: Please call the Office for Holy Communion to the sick and visitation. New Parishioners: We welcome all new parishioners and are grateful for your active participation. Please visit or call our office to register. PARISH STAFF & COUNCILS Pastor Rev. Lawrence Brennan lawrencebrennan@archstl.org Phone Number Ext. 13 Permanent Deacon Deacon Robert Snyder Business Manager Miss Joan Voskamp Music/Organists Mr. Jim Randazzo Mrs. Elisabeth Kenney Pastoral Associate Mrs. Judy Roderick Maintenance Mr. Charles Nea Parish Council Mr. Jack Tracy Finance Council Mr. Larry Millburg St. Vincent de Paul Society Ext Eucharistic Adoration Judy Roderick CONTACT US Parish Office 1420 South Sappington Crestwood, MO Phone: Fax: steeliz@sbcglobal.net Website: stelizabethhungary.org Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Bulletin Deadline: Tuesday, at 12:00 Noon.

1st Sunday Of Advent November 27, 2016 Celebrate the Holidays by visiting some of the 97 Crestwood businesses who are participating in the 3 rd Annual Holiday Tree Decorating Contest December 1-25,

Last year s gift baskets were valued at over $600 each. December 3 rd Santa is Coming to Crestwood! To officially kick off this year s celebration from 12 to 2 at City Hall, 1 Detjen Drive.

2 1st Sunday Of Advent November 27, 2016 Celebrate the Holidays by visiting some of the 97 Crestwood businesses who are participating in the 3 rd Annual Holiday Tree Decorating Contest December 1-25, Rate a business s tree during your visit and be entered into a week drawing for a gift basket chocked full of goodies from our local merchants. Last year s gift baskets were valued at over $600 each. December 3 rd Santa is Coming to Crestwood! To officially kick off this year s celebration from 12 to 2 at City Hall, 1 Detjen Drive. Santa will make his grand entrance on a fire engine, thanks to our Crestwood Fire Department. The first 175 children will receive a gift bag chocked full of goodies from local businesses. Families are invited to join in the spirit of the season by bringing nonperishable food items to support "Prince of Peace Food Panty" which serves our neighbors in need; and/or bring a new unwrapped toy for "Toys for School Kids" who provide gifts for children in need. Children of all ages are invited to have their photo taken with Santa, families may bring their own camera or they may purchase a photo package courtesy of Spectrum Eyeglass Repair and Crestwood Walgreens. All proceeds from the photo packages benefit "Toys for School Kids" A special thank you to Crestwood Animal Shelter who joins us with some of their animals looking for furever homes, Pauline Books and Media who offer a beautiful basket of children's books as an amazing raffle prize; tickets are free. Missouri Valley Search and Rescue will offer Kid's Kardz at no charge, The Sappington house Foundation and USA Cares will also be on hand as well as the Firehouse Tours, always a crowd favorite. The holiday decorations, created by local Elementary School children, along with holiday music and cookies make for a fun and festive afternoon. Rounding out a fun day will be the 1 st Annual Christmas in Crestwood Car Show and Kickoff Event sponsored and hosted by Fairway Automotive from 3 to 7 pm at the Watson Auto Care Plaza 8750 Watson Road. Pole Position has graciously offered their parking lot for visitors to use and Fairway will be chauffeuring guests in golf carts to the event which will be filled with fun and exciting activities and lots of eye candy for those of you with a love of the cars. As an added bonus Cycle House Performance is adding a little icing on the cake with a display of motorcycles that will leave bike enthusiasts wanting more. Malone's Grill and Pub will have food and drink specials for the young and young at heart. Several other area businesses have joined in the fun as they reveal new details daily. A perfect ending to a day of fun will be the amazing fireworks display presented by Brilliant Skies Fireworks. Crestwood residents be sure to have your holiday decorations up and lit before 5 pm on December 16, several elves will be out from 5 to 7 that evening delivering a small thank you to those of you who help make Crestwood beautiful for the holidays. Visit our Facebook page, ChristmasinCrestwood for more information or you can get a full list of participants and holiday events at the city Website cityofcrestwood.org/holiday guide. It s always Christmas in Crestwood!

3 November 27, 2016 Liturgical Ministers December 3 and December 4 Monday November 28 8:00am The Harfoucke Family Tuesday November 29 8:00am Shawn Patrick Reiter Jr. Wednesday 8:00am November 30 St. Andrew Mr. George Chalfoun Thursday December 1 8:00am Adult Social Club Friday December 2 8:00am Mr. Tony Kiveiter Saturday 4:30pm December 3 St. Francis Xavier Norine Beckmann Saturday, December 3, 4:30pm Mass Lector: Patricia Codden Servers: Volunteers Extraordinary Ministers: Bert Marchi, Larry Millburg, Jane Bell, Jeanne Garner, Jack Tracy Sunday, December 4, 8:00am Mass Lector: Judy Roderick Servers: Volunteers Extraordinary Ministers: Judy Simon, Barb Zander, Ginny Morrow Sunday, December 4, 10:30am Mass Lector: Drew Finke Servers: Volunteers Extraordinary Ministers: Jean Taylor, Carole Taylor, Pat Beck, Dee Martin, Jim Schlaker Sunday 8:00am 10:30am December 4 2nd Sunday of Advent People Of The Parish Patricia Pasquesi Let us remember in our prayers the sick and shut-ins of the parish The Weekly Offering for Sunday, November 20th, is not available due to the early bulletin production deadline for Thanksgiving. COME, LORD JESUS The ripe time has come, the time to wake up for the coming of the Lord! We do not know exactly when he will come, but we do know that the time is already ripe so we must stand up now for Jesus! Advent is a time of expectancy. We wait for the next step in the Lord s plan for his creation and for each of us. He came once as a baby, he comes to us in our worship and daily lives, and he will come again in full power, glory and majesty. Are we, are you, ready to meet him face to face? Text, Philip J. Sandstrom, STD 2001, OCP. All rights reserved. Golde Caldwell, Gertrude Slama, Fr Edwards, Mark Beck, Tom Hearst, Charlotte Shafer, Jo Klein, Steven Sulze, Cathy Seemayer, Hilaria Green, Victor Sciarrino, David Brophy, Rosalie Hubert, John Bickel, Albert Feldt, Frank Miles, Dana Dahl, Suzanne Kolb, Mike McSorley Sr., Charlotte Ward, Kevin Vincent, Michael Roth, Vincent Simpher, James Brumfield, Dave Oppland. Please remember in your prayers Linda Ford, wife of Tom Ford, parishioner. May her soul and all of the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace. GIVE A MEAL-A-MONTH December Small Canned Ham or Spam, Sweet Potatoes, Peas, Cranberry Sauce, Pears. (Extra) Toilet Tissue, Paper Towels

November 27, 2016 News Around Town GIVING TREE This is the last weekend for the Giving Tree in the lobby of the church.

Please consider taking an ornament or two and returning the gift UNWRAPPED by the weekend of December 3 rd /4 th so our St.

Children at the heart of Christmas and Toy Day is an opportunity for us, through Circle of Concern to provide age-appropriate gifts for children in need.

4 November 27, 2016 News Around Town GIVING TREE This is the last weekend for the Giving Tree in the lobby of the church. The tree has ornaments with suggested gifts that will be taken to Circle of Concern in Valley Park for their annual Toy Day. Please consider taking an ornament or two and returning the gift UNWRAPPED by the weekend of December 3 rd /4 th so our St. Vincent DePaul Society can deliver the gifts for distribution the next weekend. Children at the heart of Christmas and Toy Day is an opportunity for us, through Circle of Concern to provide age-appropriate gifts for children in need. They welcome toy donations for children from birth to 16 years. The ornaments on the tree are only suggestions use your imagination or pick up an extra gift when you are buying for your family. Not a shopper??? Envelopes for cash donations and gift cards will also be on the tree. Suggestions for gift cards are Marshalls, Old Navy, Kohl s, Walmart, Target, Quicktrip, Walgreens, movie theaters and restaurants. Gift cards are especially popular for teens, and you can buy them through our SCRIP program! Please limit the gift cards to $25 or less. This is the third year that we are joining with Circle of Concern food pantry that provides, not only food, but other services for families in the area. Blankets, afghans and fleece throws are also needed for distribution during the winter months. Wrapping paper, gift bags, ribbon and tape are also welcome. Any questions, please call Jan Krumm For more information about Circle of Concern, please go to their website at: Thank you for your participation! Invitation to Divorced and Separated Catholics The holidays can be difficult for divorced and separated families. Make your healing a priority in the New Year by attending the Catholic s Divorce Survival Guide. The 12 -week program follows lay men and women on the journey to true healing, along with Catholic experts who address denial, anger, grief, guilt, forgiveness, money, the kids, the ex-spouse, spirituality, annulment and much more. Immaculate Conception Dardenne parish is hosting the program beginning January 12, Contact Debi at debijo@att.net for more information. Weihnachtsmarkt Join St. Agnes Home and the Carmelite Sisters of the Divine Heart of Jesus for a Weihnachtsmarkt (a Christmas Market German-style) and Open House on Saturday, Dec. 3 rd, from 11-4 pm. Shop for gifts, home decor, ornaments, and more. Indulge in brats, pretzels, and holiday desserts at the bake sale and take the opportunity to tour their beautiful Assisted Living facility. On the corner of Manchester and Woodlawn. Thank you so much! We hope to see you here on Dec. 3 rd too!

This Coming Week at St. Elizabeth s Mon. 11/28 - Eucharistic Adoration after Mass until Evening prayer, Perpetual Help devotions and Benediction at 5:30 pm.

party for Baby Jesus where children learn the true meaning of Christmas! Saturday, December 3, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (free admission).

5 This Coming Week at St. Elizabeth s Mon. 11/28 - Eucharistic Adoration after Mass until Evening prayer, Perpetual Help devotions and Benediction at 5:30 pm. November 27, SAJE Chair Exercises 9:30 AM Cafeteria - SAJE Pickleball Gym 9 AM - 12 PM - SAJE Informal Quilting 11 AM Advent Episcopal Tues. 11/29 - SAJE Zumba 11:30 AM Gym Wed. 11/30 - Men s AA Meeting 7:30 PM Thurs. 12/1 - SAJE Chair Exercises at Advent Episcopal, 9373 Garber 9:30 AM - SAJE Pickleball Gym 12 PM - 3 PM Birthday party for Baby Jesus Join us at the Pauline Books & Media for the annual birthday party for Baby Jesus where children learn the true meaning of Christmas! Saturday, December 3, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (free admission). Picture taking with Baby Jesus (costumes provided and please, bring your own camera). Birthday cake! Nativity story telling! Crafts...and more! Pauline Books & Media 9804 Watson Road St. Louis, MO For more information, call (314) Adult Social Club Christmas Luncheon 11:30 AM Bartolino s South Fri. 12/2 - SAJE Zumba 10:30 AM Gym Mary Queen of Peace Women's League is hosting a Fall Boutique on Saturday, November 19th from 11am until 3pm. There will be over 35 vendors selling gifts, jewelry, art, clothing, and much more. There will be a bakery booth, Christmas Past booth, and concessions. Admission is free. Christmas cards supporting Pro-Life will be on sale after all masses in November and during Advent. There are several styles, all depicting the true meaning of Christmas: the Birth of the Savior; God made man. Please consider embracing the true meaning of the " holidays" by sending Christmas cards. Remember Jesus IS the Reason for Season.

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St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church

St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church HOLY MASS & SACRAMENTS Sunday Mass: Saturday Evening Vigil at 4:30 PM Sunday Morning Masses at 8 and 10:30 AM Weekday Mass: Monday through Friday at 8:00 AM Holy