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Week Three | December 14, 2025
The readings for this Third Sunday of Advent are about waiting with joyful anticipation of a miraculous event, the birth of our Lord and Savior. We are to be strong, patient, and firm of heart as we wait. Come Lord Jesus! ✦ How can I use my trials and doubts to trigger spiritual growth and deepen my faith? ✦ When can I carve out some quiet time to be with the Lord in prayer and reflection? |
Special Events During the Advent and Christmas Season
Women's Night of Hope and Rest
Friday, December 5 | 5:30- 8:30 | St. Francis of Assisi Campus Take some time to slow down and rest during one of the busiest seasons of the year. All women (ages 21+) are invited to a beautiful night of hope & rest this Advent. The evening will include: Wine & Charcuterie, Praise & Worship, Adoration, Art Prayer, and resting with Jesus! The evening’s presentation will be delivered by Kelly Simpson, VP of Program Development for Life Teen, as she focuses on “Hope, Healing, and Sisterhood,” through the lens of the Visitation. |
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Monday, December 8 | Both Campuses Join us as we honor Mary, who was preserved from sin from the moment of her conception and chosen to be the Mother of Jesus. This feast reminds us of her unique role in salvation and her example of holiness. Mass Schedule:
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Hour of Grace
Monday, December 8 | 12:00- 1:00 | Incarnation Church This devotion, given to us by Our Blessed Mother in 1947, is a powerful time of prayer offered each year on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. All are invited to participate as we pray for God’s mercy and seek the graces Our Lady promised to those who devote this hour to prayer. |
Candlelight Mass
Thursday, December 11 | St. Francis of Assisi Campus Providing a more intimate, reflective, and spiritually focused atmosphere, all are invited to come and worship in community. Please note, there will be no morning Mass at St. Francis on December 11. |
Penance Service
Monday, December 15 | 7:00 pm | Incarnation Campus Come prepare your heart for the coming of Christ through the healing grace of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. |
Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
Tuesday, Dec 31-Wednesday Jan 1 | Both Campuses Join us in closing the Christmas octave (the eight days following the birth of Christ) by honoring Mary as the Mother of God. Click here for all Mass times (Vigil Mass offered). |
Young Adult Verso Night
Tuesday, December 16 | 6:00-8:00 pm | St. Francis of Assisi Campus in the All Saints Room Join us for dinner, fellowship, and SERVICE: We’ll be putting together casseroles for those in need in our area |
Little Saints Holy Hour
Saturday, December 6 | 3:00-4:00 | St. Francis of Assisi Campus in the JP II Room Little Saints Adoration is an opportunity for young families to bring their elementary and younger children to experience fellowship, prayer, and Eucharistic Adoration.
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Nativity Play
Sunday, December 21 | 3:45- 5:15 | St. Francis of Assisi Campus The Awaken program is hosting a Nativity Play! Children ages 4 through 5th grade are bringing the story of Jesus’ birth to life through acting, music, and community celebration.
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Join us for Christmas!
3:00pm // Incarnation Church (IN CHURCH ONLY)
4:30pm // Incarnation Church (IN CHURCH ONLY) 3:30pm // St. Francis of Assisi Church 10:00pm // St. Francis of Assisi Church |
Midnight // Incarnation Church
10:00am // Incarnation Church 9:00am // St. Francis of Assisi Church 11:00am // St. Francis of Assisi Church |
Holiday Closures and Cancellations
Parish Offices will close at noon on December 24 and will reopen January 5.
Confessions on Wednesday, December 24 are cancelled.
Daily Morning Mass Schedule (Dec. 26 - Jan. 2):
Incarnation Campus:
8:30 am// Monday and Wednesday
9:00 am// Friday
St. Francis of Assisi Campus:
8:30 am// Tuesday and Thursday
Confessions on Wednesday, December 24 are cancelled.
Daily Morning Mass Schedule (Dec. 26 - Jan. 2):
Incarnation Campus:
8:30 am// Monday and Wednesday
9:00 am// Friday
St. Francis of Assisi Campus:
8:30 am// Tuesday and Thursday