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From The Deacon's Bench
My Brothers and Sisters,
Karen Carpenter had a hit single (more years ago than I would like to remember) called "Rainy Days and Mondays Always Get Me Down." Given the weather we have experienced over the last six months, I thought it would be an appropriate topic for this week’s message. I realize there are parishioners who actually enjoy cloudy days. Father Pat told me he enjoys cloudy days and low lighting in the rectory – so I asked him why he didn't ask for a transfer to Transylvania! I’ve heard that instead of a rectory they would give him a run-down castle with a dirt basement and they only allow night appointments. Father asked if they ate steak over there, to which I replied, “The only steak they have comes from trees (wooden) and not cows”.
With the coming of November and the ending of daylight savings time, the days have become noticeably shorter. Am I the only one who has trouble turning the clock in the car back? There are some special things to look forward to at this time of year, such as Thanksgiving, Advent at the end of the month and the disappearance of all of the political ads – so I guess there is some light in all this darkness!
Ginna has asked me to have a plan for the long dark months ahead and I told her that I do. This year, I am going to spend part of the week at the office in Tunkhannock. Ginna replied that that might help me but she’s pretty sure that nothing will get done if I’m there telling jokes and talking a lot! I wonder what she means by that??? I also could start a self-help group for all of us who suffer from S.A.D. We could meet at homes of relatives who live in Florida or Arizona or California!
Well, I’d better end now. It's 4:00PM and getting dark. It’s time for me to turn all the lights on in the house.
May God Bless You,
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What's New?
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Have you considered serving your parish as a Eucharistic Minister? Deacon Ray is planning to conduct a training class for Eucharistic Ministers to serve at weekend Masses for the both of our parishes. Anyone interested in learning more about this opportunity for service is asked to call the Parish Office at 570-836-3275.Read More
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The annual St. Mary of the Lake Disciples of Mary and Nativity BVM Altar and Rosary Christmas Party will be held on Tuesday, December 4th, at Shadowbrook Country Club, beginning at 5:30PM. All are welcome to join in this night of fellowship, food and Christmas entertainment. Cost is $25.00 per person and anyone interested must have their registration in by November 25th. Please contact the Parish Office (570-836-3275), Sue Barziloski (570-836-1351) or Dee Pasko (570-378-2834) to reserve your seat. See you there!Read More
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This year’s CCD party at Saint Mary of the Lake is being sponsored by our Disciples of Mary and will be held on Sunday, December 16th, from 10:00AM to 1:00PM. Instead of a Christmas Pageant, the children will be treated to a movie, crafts, music, snacks and lunch and a visit from Santa! The twist is that, during this party, we encourage parents to shop local for your last minute gifts while we watch the kids! Make plans now for a very merry time!Read More
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Mark your calendar now so that you can plan to bake for the Saint Mary of the Lake Disciples of Mary Fall Bake Sale, which will take place on the weekend of November 17-18. VOLUNTEER BAKERS ARE NEEDED! If you can help, please call Dee Pasko (570-378-2834).Read More
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The annual Lake Winola Area Thanksgiving Ecumenical Prayer Service will be held on Wednesday, November 21st at 7:00PM in the Mill City Assembly of God Church. Fr. Pat, Deacon Ray, Pastors Jim & Dorothy Rugg of the Mill City Assembly of God and Pastor Nick McMichael of the Lake Winola and Falls United Methodist Churches will be participating. The public is invited. A free-will offering will be taken in support of the Lower Wyoming County Food Pantry.Read More
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As we look forward to planning our holiday table and beginning to review the Christmas wish lists of our loved ones, we need to turn our attention to some of our neighbors who may not be in the position to plan and provide a holiday for their families because of their present circumstances. They are members of our immediate community ....not folks states or a country away. Their children go to our schools. The parish family of St. Mary of the Lake adopted several families last year and we are honored to repeat this tradition. We are asking that you might consider shopping for a member of a family this year. You will be provided with their wish list and reimbursement for your purchases. We ask that the gifts be wrapped if possible, but that’s not necessary. The gifts need to be brought in to the church and we will deliver them. If you choose to donate this weekend, you can place your donation in an envelope marked "Adopt-A-Family”. This will greatly help with the wish lists provided. The second collection on the weekend of November 10 - 11 will be in support of this program. Please think about taking part in this holiday ministry – you can call Mary Lou Franko at 570-586-4811 to make arrangements to deliver your donation. Thank you for your consideration.Read More
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Thanksgiving is less than a month away. Our Nativity Human Needs Ministry is collecting canned items and other non-perishable foods. Please drop off your items in the baskets located in the sanctuary by Sunday, November 18th. Frozen turkeys can be dropped off at the Parish Office during business hours (Monday-Friday, 9:00AM-2:00PM). Cash donations are also appreciated and can be dropped into the weekend collection in an envelope marked “Thanksgiving Baskets" or at the Parish Office. All donations are gratefully appreciated.Read More
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This year the Nativity Altar and Rosary Society will sponsor TWO Christmas Season Bus Trips. On Thursday, November 29, a trip to Bethleham, PA, to visit the Christkindmarkt is planned. On Wednesday, December 5, the society will journey to New York City for the Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular. Click above for more information.Read More
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What's Happening?
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Saturday, November 17, 5:00 PMSaint Mary Parish HallRead More
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Sunday, November 18, 10:00 AMSaint Mary Parish HallRead More
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Sunday, November 18, 10:00 AMSaint Mary Parish HallRead More
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Read MoreSunday, November 18, 10:00 AM
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Monday, November 19, 7:00 AMNativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary ChurchRead More
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Tuesday, November 20, 8:00 AMSaint Mary of the Lake ChurchRead More
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 3 Jn 5-8Responsorial Psalm Ps 112:1-2, 3-4, 5-6Gospel Lk 18:1-8
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Mass Schedule
- Saturday: 4:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN - St Mary 5:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN - Nativity
- Sunday: 7:30 AM EnglishEnglishEN - Nativity 9:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN - St Mary 9:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN - Nativity 11:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN - Nativity
- Monday: 7:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN - Nativity
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN - St Mary
- Wednesday: 7:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN - Nativity
- Thursday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN - St Mary
- Friday: 7:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN - Nativity 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN - St Mary - First Fridays
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Reconciliation
This Sacrament is celebrated on Saturdays...
Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
4:15PM - 4:45PM
Saint Mary of the Lake
3:15PM - 3:45PMOr by special appointment by calling the Parish Office.
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Eucharistic Adoration
- Wednesday: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM - Nativity
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