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"And He said to them, 'Go into all the world and preach the gospel to the whole creation.'"
​- Mark 16:15

Upcoming Activities at Holy Family Parish - Dec. 27 Weekly Update

12/27/2021

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Upcoming Activities...
The Weekly video updates will resume January 10th. Have a blessed Holiday Season.
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Wednesday, Dec. 29th, 8:30am at Sacred Heart and 6:30pm at St. Peter.
Scripture Discussion
Dive deeper into the Word of God. Join Parishioner Tom Rothbauer for a weekly Scripture Discussion.

Times Each Week:
Wednesday morning from 8:30-10:30am, Sacred Heart Activity Center

Wednesday evening from 6:30-8:00pm, St. Peter Center

Friday morning from 8:30-10:30am, Sacred Heart Activity Center

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Homily Highlight for December by Fr. Ian

12/23/2021

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Once a month, Holy Family Parish will be highlighting a homily from one of our priests and publishing it on our YouTube Channel to help people on their walk with Christ. In the homily below, Fr. Ian Williams preaches on trusting in Jesus. 
https://www.youtube.com/c/HolyFamilyLaporte
Be sure to subscribe to Holy Family Parish's YouTube Channel to see our past videos, stay up-to-date on happenings in the parish, and access an archive of livestream Masses.
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What Did The First Christmas Really Look Like?

12/22/2021

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As Advent comes to a close, one of the best ways to prepare for Christmas is to revisit the story of the Nativity - the true meaning of Christmas.

You can read the story of the first Christmas in both the Gospel of Matthew (1:18 - 2:12) and the Gospel of Luke (2:1-20). What better way to end the season of Advent than to take time as a family to read about the Holy Family!

We can get so used to all the secular images of Christmas that we can easily forget what it really looked like. As fun as it is to celebrate with presents and elves, reindeer, and Santa - the first Christmas was even more magical! 

After spending some time reading through the Christmas story, click the video below to watch children explain the story of the Nativity in their own words, as their parents act it out. :)
What part of the Nativity story stands out most to you?
Leave a comment to let us know!

Holy Family Parish Christmas Mass Schedule
Christmas Eve, Friday, December 24:
4 PM - Sacred Heart
4 PM - St. Peter
8 PM - St. Joseph (Christmas carols begin
a half hour before Mass)
10:30 PM - Sacred Heart (Christmas carols
begin a half hour before Mass)
11:00 PM - St. Joseph, Spanish
 
Christmas Day, Saturday, December 25:
8 AM - St. Peter
9 AM - St. Joseph
12 Noon - St. Joseph, Spanish
Need directions to our churches? Click here:
Holy Family Parish Directions
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The Magi Tree Gifts and Christmas Mass on the 12/20 Weekly Update

12/20/2021

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What Does The Advent Wreath Actually Symbolize?

12/19/2021

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One of the most famous Advent traditions is the Advent wreath. There is much rich symbolism to be found in this beautiful tradition. 

The Advent candles remind us that Jesus is the light of the world. Each Sunday of Advent we light another candle as we get closer and closer to Christmas - the moment Jesus brought light into our darkness.

Three of these candles are purple and one is pink (or rose). The dark purple also reminds us of darkness and marks a time for prayer and waiting. The pink candle is lit on the third Sunday of Advent which is called Gaudete Sunday, meaning ‘Rejoice’ for the time of Christmas is near.

The circular shape of the wreath reminds us of our God, who has no beginning or end, as well as His endless love for us. The evergreen leaves that make up the wreath remind us that God gives us the gift of everlasting life through Jesus.

Download and print out this coloring sheet to decorate your very own Advent Wreath as a family! As you you color the leaves and candles, remember their deeper meaning.
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Click the Picture to Download the Printable Coloring Sheet
What is your favorite part of the Advent Wreath and why?
Leave a comment to let us know!
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Our Advent Confession Schedule on the 12/13 Weekly Update

12/13/2021

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The Week of December 13th
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Make sure you schedule time for the Sacrament of Penance before Christmas!
December 14
1-2pm, Sacred Heart (English and Spanish)
7-8pm, St. Joseph (English and Spanish)

December 15
1-2pm, Sacred Heart (English and Spanish)
7-8pm, St. Joseph (English, Spanish, Polish)

Experience the healing power of the Sacrament of Penance!

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Weekly Scripture Discussion
Dive deeper into the Word of God. Join Parishioner Tom Rothbauer for a weekly Scripture Discussion.

Times Each Week:
Wednesday morning from 8:30-10:30am, Sacred Heart Activity Center

Wednesday evening from 6:30-8:00pm, St. Peter Center

Friday morning from 8:30-10:30am, Sacred Heart Activity Center

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Sat Dec 18th 6:30am - 7:30am, Boston Middle School Track, by the corner of 1st and C street, LaPorte
Fit Shepherds aims to help every man in our community be in the best physical and spiritual shape of his life. Fit Shepherds are formed through demanding workouts, fraternity, and discipleship. We meet every Saturday morning at 6:30am at the Boston Middle School outdoor track. All men 16 and older are welcome.

Christmas Mass Schedule
Christmas Eve, Friday, December 24:
4 PM - Sacred Heart
4 PM - St. Peter
8 PM - St. Joseph (Christmas carols begin
a half hour before Mass)
10:30 PM - Sacred Heart (Christmas carols
begin a half hour before Mass)
11:00 PM - St. Joseph, Spanish
 
Christmas Day, Saturday, December 25:
8 AM - St. Peter
9 AM - St. Joseph
12 Noon - St. Joseph, Spanish

Invite family or friends to celebrate Christmas Mass with our parish family

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Online Giving is available for one-time and regular contributions.  It is through your generosity that our parish can continue our mission to form a family of disciples for Jesus Christ. Click the link above for more details or to make a contribution.

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Worship with us at Holy Mass, adore our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament, experience the healing power of the Sacrament of Confession.  Click the link above.

Holy Family Parish exists to unite all as a family of God and to assist each person in becoming a disciple of Jesus Christ.
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An Advent Recipe Your Kids (And Kids at Heart) Will Love

12/12/2021

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There’s nothing that brings the family together quite like food. This is especially true as we get closer to Christmas! Candy canes, sugar cookies, eggnog… YUM!
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We’ve got an Advent recipe that not only tastes amazing but is the perfect opportunity to talk a little more about the reason for the season.

So call the kids into the kitchen, put on some Advent music (Click HERE), and work together on this easy-to-make, yet delicious, Advent Hot Chocolate.
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Click Here to View the Recipe!
Purple and Pink

While the rest of the world is focusing on red and green, we focus on purple and pink during Advent. Purple is the color of penance and preparation while pink is the color of rejoicing. 

During Advent, we wait and prepare for both Christ’s first coming (at Christmas) and second coming (at the end of the world). As you are drinking your Advent Hot Chocolate with your family, take a moment to discuss why this is so important.
What is your favorite recipe to make as a family?
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Hear more about ADVENT Glorify! on the 12/6 Weekly Update

12/6/2021

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The Week of December 6th
Thank you very much for the generosity of everyone who contributed to Holy Family Parish for Giving Tuesday!  Your contributions will help our food pantries and help us update our church gathering spaces in time for Christmas, when we welcome many people into our churches to celebrate the birth of Christ.

This Week...

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The Family That Prays Together Stays Together

12/5/2021

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Advent is a time of waiting and preparation. A time to ready our hearts to celebrate the birth of Jesus.

Far too often it becomes a time of busyness and stress as we engage in the hustle and bustle of Christmas shopping, decorating, and travel. Instead of rushing towards Christmas, we should wait patiently with anticipation. 

One of the best ways to enter into the season of Advent is by prayer. Here is a beautiful prayer you can say with your family as you invite the Lord into this Advent season:

God of Love,
Your son, Jesus, is your greatest gift to us.
He is a sign of your love.
Help us walk in that love during the weeks of Advent,
As we wait and prepare for his coming.
We pray in the name of Jesus, our Savior.
Amen.


Oftentimes, the most beautiful prayers are the ones we come up with on our own. Try as a family to write your own prayer this Advent. You can download this template and write your own Family Advent Prayer. Then, post it somewhere you’ll see it, and commit to praying it each day as a family.
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Click the link to Download the
Printable Family Prayer Sheet
Printable Family Prayer Sheet
How can we pray for you and your family this Advent? 
Leave a comment to let us know!
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