CHRISTMAS THANKS

Overheard in the Sacristy:

Response:  Baby Jesus, we thank you.

For the Blessed Virgin Mary your Mother who said "Yes" to the angel R/

For John the Baptist who leapt in the womb of Elizabeth when you visited him in Mary. R/

For Joseph, your foster father who trusted the angel instead of heeding his own doubts. R/

For the donkey that carried your expectant Mother to Bethlehem. R/

For the neighbor who led your holy family to the stable. R/

For the manger in which you were placed as if in the first tabernacle. R/

For the animals who were there in the first moments that you were adored. R/

For the angels and their song that led shepherds to your stable. R/

For the shepherds who worshipped you and then proclaimed the Good News like priests. R/

For Simeon, who, for all his life had been waiting for you in the temple, longing to hold you.  R/

For Anna, the prophetess who proclaimed you to all those looking for deliverance and peace. R/

For the star that led the Magi to your manger and your Mother. R/

Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning , is now and will be forever. Amen.*

*Adapted from Blessing Prayers:  Devotions for Growing in Faith

by Fr. Peter John Cameron, O.P.

Blessings from Heaven

Fall has arrived and after a very cool and rainy Summer the vegetable garden got a late start.  We had a brief warm spell so the tomatoes are now abundant.  There are still lots of squash and other goodies.

Not only does our store feature a wonderful garden but we

also have a deck with tables and umbrellas.  Sometimes we

have parties and barbecues outside and even have had

speakers come and talk in

a casual and fun atmosphere.

Rosary Bowl NW 2011

Saturday, October 1st 2011
Oregon State Fairgrounds, Pavilion Center Indoors (Salem, OR)

FREE Admission - Free Parking. A free will offering will be taken.