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Our Lady of Lourdes Mass November 26, 9:00 a.m.-Live Streamed Thanksgiving Day Our Lady of Lourdes Sunday Mass November 29, 9:00 a.m.-Live Streamed First Sunday of Advent Join Live Streamed Mass with Our Lady of Lourdes Community You may also access Our Lady of Lourdes site on You Tube by clicking this link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIg3kEK_8TCqr7wG9GCZm9Q |
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A Thanksgiving Prayer in Time of Pandemic
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Current Mass Times and Intentions:
November 26 Thursday 9:00 a.m. In Thanksgiving to God November 27 Friday 7:00 a.m. Ida Thompson November 28 Saturday 5:00 p.m. Joseph Chapo November 29 Sunday 7:30 a.m. Pro Populo 9:00 a.m. Christopher K. Reid 11:00 a.m. Frank & Florence Fister/ Charles & Marie Hayden November 30 Monday 7:00 a.m. Special Intentions: AMK December 1 Tuesday 7:00 a.m. Emily Marie Finical December 2 Wednesday 7:00 a.m. John K. Hambene |
Offertory Sunday 11/15 Offertory, including loose 5,893.00 Online Giving -* Available at end of month Holy Days .00 Special Collections 795.00 Total 6,688.00 YTD Offertory Budget 287,615.00 YTD Offertory Actual 263,846.00 Offertory Shortfall (23,769.00) |
Message from Msgr
Dear Friends,
“He is in the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For in Him were created all things in heaven and on earth, the visible and the invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers; all things were created through Him and for Him. He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together. He is the head of the body, the Church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in all things He himself might be preeminent. For in Him all the fullness was pleased to dwell, and through Him to reconcile all things for Him, making peace by the blood of His cross through Him, whether those on earth or those in heaven. Amen.” (Col 1:12-20)
Sunday, November 22nd, we celebrate the Feast of Christ the King. Lest we misunderstand this feast with our worldly view of kings and kingdoms: His royal robes were of swaddling cloth, the only crown Jesus ever wore was a crown of thorns, the only throne was a cross, and He never called Himself a King but a Good Shepherd. Jesus’ Kingdom is far from one of power and might, but of justice, love and peace. He comes to rule by leading us to new pastures-a new way of living.
This week our attention goes to Thanksgiving Day. My prayer is that it will be filled with all the good memories of Thanksgivings’ past and new memories of Thanksgiving now. This year, especially, Thanksgiving is going to be distanced. It is sad so many of us will not be gathering in the usual familial way. Hopefully, the distance will make us all the more grateful. As you ask the Good Lord to bless the bounty of your gathering (whatever it may look like) and the food; also pray that each of you be mindful of those in need and with helping hand and outstretched arms. We aid them.
I believe Thanksgiving day really should be a holy day not merely a holiday. Our hearts and words are filled with gratitude for life, health, family and friends. All of these are gifts that come to us from the Author of life, the God who spoke each of us into being. It is His life-giving, creating Word that enables us to have these most precious gifts. The more grateful we become for all things, great and small, the fuller our life becomes and the less we need or want.
There are so many Scripture quotes that could be used on this holy day. I offer you the following Psalm: “Serve the Lord with gladness; come before Him with joyful singing….Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise. Give thanks to Him, bless His name. For the Lord is good; His loving kindness is everlasting and His faithfulness to all generations.” (Psalm 100:2, 4-5)
Gratitude is the basis for a full life. God gave us life for a reason; to be joyful, loved and loveable, full of hope. When we are grateful, we are ascending into the presence of God. May His Name be blessed forever!
I offer you heartfelt thanks for all you do and give to our parish. Being the pastor at Our Lady of Lourdes is a real joy. Thank you, I am truly grateful!
May your Thanksgiving day be filled with family, friends, fine fare and Love!
Jesus Christ is King. Now and forever.
Gratefully,
Msgr. REH
P.S. Remember we are celebrating the Eucharist (Thanksgiving) at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday morning. There is no better way to begin the day. Please be mindful of safe distancing in the Church and wear your mask. Blessings
“He is in the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For in Him were created all things in heaven and on earth, the visible and the invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers; all things were created through Him and for Him. He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together. He is the head of the body, the Church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in all things He himself might be preeminent. For in Him all the fullness was pleased to dwell, and through Him to reconcile all things for Him, making peace by the blood of His cross through Him, whether those on earth or those in heaven. Amen.” (Col 1:12-20)
Sunday, November 22nd, we celebrate the Feast of Christ the King. Lest we misunderstand this feast with our worldly view of kings and kingdoms: His royal robes were of swaddling cloth, the only crown Jesus ever wore was a crown of thorns, the only throne was a cross, and He never called Himself a King but a Good Shepherd. Jesus’ Kingdom is far from one of power and might, but of justice, love and peace. He comes to rule by leading us to new pastures-a new way of living.
This week our attention goes to Thanksgiving Day. My prayer is that it will be filled with all the good memories of Thanksgivings’ past and new memories of Thanksgiving now. This year, especially, Thanksgiving is going to be distanced. It is sad so many of us will not be gathering in the usual familial way. Hopefully, the distance will make us all the more grateful. As you ask the Good Lord to bless the bounty of your gathering (whatever it may look like) and the food; also pray that each of you be mindful of those in need and with helping hand and outstretched arms. We aid them.
I believe Thanksgiving day really should be a holy day not merely a holiday. Our hearts and words are filled with gratitude for life, health, family and friends. All of these are gifts that come to us from the Author of life, the God who spoke each of us into being. It is His life-giving, creating Word that enables us to have these most precious gifts. The more grateful we become for all things, great and small, the fuller our life becomes and the less we need or want.
There are so many Scripture quotes that could be used on this holy day. I offer you the following Psalm: “Serve the Lord with gladness; come before Him with joyful singing….Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise. Give thanks to Him, bless His name. For the Lord is good; His loving kindness is everlasting and His faithfulness to all generations.” (Psalm 100:2, 4-5)
Gratitude is the basis for a full life. God gave us life for a reason; to be joyful, loved and loveable, full of hope. When we are grateful, we are ascending into the presence of God. May His Name be blessed forever!
I offer you heartfelt thanks for all you do and give to our parish. Being the pastor at Our Lady of Lourdes is a real joy. Thank you, I am truly grateful!
May your Thanksgiving day be filled with family, friends, fine fare and Love!
Jesus Christ is King. Now and forever.
Gratefully,
Msgr. REH
P.S. Remember we are celebrating the Eucharist (Thanksgiving) at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday morning. There is no better way to begin the day. Please be mindful of safe distancing in the Church and wear your mask. Blessings
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REST IN PEACE
Thomas Conley father of Sharon Spellman |
Wedding
November 21, 2020 William John Shearon and Alexandra Lee Berry |
November 20, 2020 David Peter Hughes son of Daniel and Laura Uberti Hughes |
November 21, 2020 Luke Theodore Cichon son of Paul and Ann Feifer Cichon |
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STAY CONNECTED IN COMMUNITY AND PRAYER
Sites for prayer and mass: Masses:
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Please continue to pray for the following...
Nancy Allen, L.D.B., Rose Balestreri, Cathy Beckette, Isabella Bertram, Pat Boehm, The Butcher Family, Jacqueline Byrne, Sloane Chalmers, Jean Clark, Imogene Dwyer, Maggie Flood, Fr. Bob Gettinger, James Goggins, Monica Golden, Carole Goldfarb, Betty Goldkamp, Nancy Herron, Jean Hinman, Jim Holmes, Kit Homer, Marie Homer, Judy Huske, Geri Lux, Dana Mareshie, Vicki McCarthy, Andrew McCartney, Joe McGlynn, Bill McMahon, Garry Moeller, Ed Mohrmann, Jill Murphy, Joan Murphy, Liam & Fin Nayler, John Paquet, Mark Pepple, Declan Petrosky, Lynn Pickel, Richard Pohlman, John Prindable, Daisy Riley, Anne Shinn, Mary Ellen Skilling, Kathy E. Staten, Rose Ann Utz, Toni Walhig, Donna Westervelt, the Wethington Family, and Mary Wittenberg. |
Mass TimesDaily Mass 7:00 a.m.
Saturday Vigil Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Max Church attendance: 70 Please wear masks Please adhere to social distancing 9:00 a.m. Mass will be live streamed Traveling?Daily Prayer Moments
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Learn at LourdesOur Lady of Lourdes School is a Catholic elementary school whose mission is to provide spiritual formation and academic instruction to children in kindergarten through eighth grade.
Our Lady of Lourdes featured on Fox 2 News-Collaborates with St. Louis Counseling to assist in Covid anxiety and stress:
Click link below to watch or read article: https://fox2now.com/news/coronavirus/schools-partner-with-counselors-to-address-covid-related-stress-and-anxiety/ Volunteering with the school? Important information! Please note Prevent and Protect information at the bottom of OLOL Home page.
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Join the ParishWould you like to become a member of the Our Lady of Lourdes Parish community or need to make changes to your family information ?
If so, complete the parish information online or print and complete the Census form and return it to the Parish Rectory (mail, email or drop it in the offertory basket at Mass). You may also fax your completed form to 314-726-1602. Please call the rectory for assistance or to discuss registration at 314-726-6200 or email Julie King, parish secretary, at julie.king@ucitylourdes.org. Get InvolvedWhether you'd like to learn more, pray more, or serve more, we have an organization for you.
Updating the Parish DirectoryMade any additions to your family or changes in your address or contact information 12 months? We are just starting to create the 2021 Parish Directory and would love to hear from you (if you have not notified us previously) to ensure directory information is correct. Please email
Deb McCarthy deb.mccarthy@ucitylourdes.org or Julie King julie.king@ucitylourde.org with any updates. Thank you so much!!! |
News and Events
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
CHRISTMAS COLLECTION The OLOL St. Vincent de Paul food collection for the Wellston Center will take place: December 12th 9 a.m. to noon A list of needed items will be provided. Boxes may be available following Thanksgiving. The collection provides over 300 families with a holiday meal. Your participation and contributions are greatly appreciated. Thank you!! As we have so much to be thankful for, please remember to donate this Thanksgiving to the St. Vincent de Paul Society! You may donate online or use your St. Vincent de Paul envelope. 
March for Life 2021 – Registration Now Open
MISSOURI LIFE CARAVAN is now accepting registrations for our bus trip to the annual March for Life in Washington, D.C. Thursday- Saturday, Jan. 28- 30, 2021. Until all life is protected, we will travel to D.C. to meet with our representatives and peacefully protest against the Supreme Court’s decision to legalize abortion. This trip is open to anyone ages 7 and up (chaperones not provided). We depart from several locations in the St. Louis area and we do not stay in hotels as we sleep on the buses. Seats are limited because of COVID-19. The cost is $230. For more information, to register or to sponsor a rider go to www.missourilifecaravan.org. Contact us at: 314-434-4900 or mrl.eastern@yahoo.com. Catholic Funeral Planning Webinar
On Thursday, December 3, 2020, the Roman Catholic Foundation will host a free webinar on Catholic Funeral Planning. Father Donald T. Anstoetter, Director of Worship, Assistant Professor of Sacramental Liturgical Theology at Kenrick-Glennon Seminary will discuss important issues related the sacrament of the anointing of the sick, viaticum, the funeral mass, the rite of committal and the disposition of the body, including the church's teaching on cremation. The live webinar will begin at 7:00 pm. You can register online at https://refstl.org/2020webinars or by calling 314.918.2892. 
Grocery Bags needed for
Missionaries of Charity Soup Kitchen Have too many of those pesky bags from the grocery store? Well the Missionaries of Charity can definitely use them. The bags are utilized to assist in carrying food to needy families. A box is located in the cloister walk. Please be sure to bring two handled bags (Schnucks, Dierbergs, Target, Walmart, etc.) Thank you so much!!! |
SUCCESSFUL DAY OF SERVICE !The annual parish Day of Service on Saturday, October 10, drew over 250 parishioners, neighbors and college students for a very successful day of kindness and service. Volunteers spruced up 16 houses in University City. Many of these homeowners are seniors who have lived in their homes for 50 years or more, and we hope our efforts will help them remain in their homes a while longer. At our twin parish, St. Augustine’s Church in North St. Louis, Lourdes volunteers painted and repaired doors and railings, trimmed trees, and cleared and mulched the parish grounds, all under the watchful (and grateful) eye of the pastor, Fr. Bob Gettinger. On the sidewalk outside the church, volunteers set up a bright canopy and served 100 take-out lunches and homemade treats to church neighbors and passers-by. Meanwhile back on the Lourdes grounds, parishioners dropped off lovingly selected gifts of all kinds -- toys and dolls, as well as household items -- for families in Wellston who will shop at the Wellston Center Christmas Store in December. While this was the 7th year for the Day of Service, this year’s event was uniquely structured to meet CDC guidelines during the pandemic. Parishioners who didn’t feel comfortable venturing out were encouraged to design a “kindness project” close to home, and the result was a generous outpouring of offers to visit a sick neighbor, send cards to shut-ins, and bake treats. Go to our Social Ministry Page for more about our Day of Service Neighbors Thank you from St. Augustine: Msgr Gettinger “Fr. Bob” and the Joyous Family of St. Augustine thank all of the Lourdes volunteers for the very hard work at St. Augustine on your day of service. It is always such a giving event. The community also appreciated the free lunch. May God bless each and everyone of you. Summary of Thank You Note from Mimi Hendrix, Chair-SHED (University City Housing for Elderly & Disabled) "...overwhelmed by number of Our Lady of Lourdes volunteers" "...remarkable demonstration of God's love for others through your members leaves an unforgettable mark on University City, and in the hearts of our neighbors." "...thank you again for partnering with us and University City, and to serve as Jesus did. May God richly bless you all." 
St. Patrick Center’s Veterans Day 5K will be virtual next month. Honor veterans and help solve veteran homelessness. Run or walk from any location you choose and complete your run or walk in one day or in increments between Nov. 7 and 21. Register now and receive a FREE long-sleeve moisture-wicking shirt. Visit stpatrickcenter.org, where you can also donate to help veterans experiencing homelessness. Thanks for your support! |
Ongoing Events
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Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting
Victims of sexual abuse, in addition to contacting civil authorities, are asked to come forward in order to receive pastoral assistance. Reports of abuse may be made to any pastor or to: Sandra Price, Director Office of Child & Youth Protection 314.792.7271 sandraprice@archstl.org Missouri Department of Social Services, Children's Division Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline: 1.800.392.3738. Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services Adult Abuse and Neglect Hotline: 1.800.392.0210 |
Prevent and Protect
New and Existing Volunteers at Our Lady of Lourdes: There are lots of ways to volunteer at Our Lady of Lourdes and if your volunteer work involves working with children, (sports, school activities, scouts, children's liturgy) or working with adults in need (home bound, St. Vincent de Paul, etc.) we DO need your help! The Archdiocese of St. Louis has developed a new system for safe environment compliance called Prevent and Protect STL. Everyone ministering to minors and vulnerable adults (clergy, employees and volunteers) in the Archdiocese are required and asked to register in the new system. This includes those new to service and those who are currently in service. If you are new to volunteer, there are workshops via Zoom on the Prevent and Protect website. Please use the pass code stlprotect when registering. Be sure to complete all information/courses in order to be compliant. For additional information, please contact Our Lady of Lourdes Child Safety Coordinator, Deb McCarthy at 726-6200. You may also access more information at the St. Louis Archdiocese Website: http://www.archstl.org/
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