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Mass Intentions & Schedule...

Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturdays, 3:15pm

As well as taking part in the Sunday celebration, why not try to go to Mass more often during Advent? If
someone is sick at home, arrange to have Communion brought several times during the Advent Season.

Meetings: Finance Committee on Tuesday, December 5that 7:30p.m. in the glebe.

L'Ardoise C@P Site: The C@P Site has been closed for the time being and the high speed internet has been
placed on standby. This action was necessary due to lack of funding. We, along with the RCAS (Richmond
County Access Society), are exploring other avenues of funding in the hope that we will be able to re-open the
C@P site as soon as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause. Rene Samson, L.E.A.D.

Confirmation: Class will take place on Sunday, December 3rd at 6:30 p.m. (6:00 - Make-up class for those
who missed the previous week's lesson) in the Community Center.

What is Advent? Advent, from Latin Adventus, means coming. During the four weeks before Christmas, we
look forward to the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ as king and judge at the end of time, and to our Christmas
celebration of his coming as our Saviour over 2,000 years ago.

Jesse Tree: Each Advent, the Social Action Committee has the Jesse Tree in the sanctuary. A Jesse Tree is
decorated with symbols of Christ's ancestors. The Committee is requesting monetary donations. A reminder
that donations for the Social Action Committee can be pinned on the Jesse Tree. There will be envelopes
available for you, at the base of the tree, to place your donation in. Please put your church number on the
envelope, so that you can get credit for your donation. The money will be used throughout the year for needy
families.

Symbols of the Jesse Tree: Dove - the anointing of Jesus (The dove descended on Jesus, marking the
beginning of his earthly ministry); Apple - Adam & Eve (Reminds us of the Fall and our need for a Saviour);
Noah' Ark - Noah preserved the natural life of all within the Ark; Star - Creation (God made the world and
everything in it); Ram - Passover (God's faithfulness to deliver his people from bondage in Egypt); and Ladder
- In a vision, Jacob saw a ladder reaching from heaven to earth with angels descending and ascending. More
symbols next week.

Angel Tree: This Christmas, we will have our Angel Tree(s) once again. Angels donated in previous years
will be hung on the trees. If anyone would like to donate a new angel in memory of someone, please put it in a
box at the church entrance. Attach the name of the deceased and who it is from to the angel. Angels are to be
no more than three to four inches in height.

Adult Choir Practice will take place on Monday, December 11th and Monday, December 18th at 6 p.m. in the
Church to prepare for the Christmas Season.

Festival ofChoirs will take place on Sunday, December 3rd in St Peter's Church at 7 p.m.

John Sands Concert will take place on Monday, December 4th at 7:30 p.m. in St Peter's Church

Sacrament of Reconciliation: Fr. Everett MacDow will be available for the Sacrament of Reconciliation in
Holy Guardian Angels Church on Saturday, December 16th between 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. During Advent,
we are invited to change our lives and our hearts. God wants us to prepare for his coming by doing good. Each
day we ought to look at our faults and weaknesses, and ask our Father to help us to follow Jesus more closely.

Fourth Sunday of Advent Mass Schedule: Saturday, December 23rd at 4 p.m., and Sunday, December 24th at
10:30 a.m.

Christmas Mass Schedule:
Sunday, December 24th at 6 p.m. - Family Mass
Monday, December 25th at Midnight - (Christmas Carols beginning at 11:30 p.m.)
Monday, December 25th at 10:30 a.m.
Feast of the Holy Family Mass Schedule: Saturday, December 30th at 4 p.m., and Sunday, December 31st at
10:30 a.m.
Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Mass Schedule: (holy day of obligation) Sunday, December 31 at 4
p.m., and Monday, January 1stat 10:30 a.m.

45's Card Game -- Saturday evening 7 p.m. at the L' Ardoise Community Center. Prizes for 1s, 2nd, 3rd, along
with 1/2 & 1/2 tickets, Toonie jar is $878.00+ Admission is $7.00 Come and Enjoy!!!

Christmas Turkey Bingo sponsored by the L'Ardoise Men's Club will be held on Sunday, December 3, at 2
p.m. at the Community Center. Proceeds in aid of scholarship fund.

Remember Someone Special at Christmas with an "Angel Wish". The Richmond Villa is holding their
Annual Christmas Fundraiser on Sunday, December 10th at 2 p.m. - Dedication Ceremony. If you would like to
buy an angel please contact the Villa.

Donations for Christmas Flowers are now being accepted.

Choir Practice: There will be a choir practice on Sunday, December 3rd at 6 p.m. at the church. This practice
is for anyone wishing to sing at the 6 p.m. Christmas Eve Mass. For more information call Gaye Middleton at
587-2147.

Children's Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 10th at 1 p.m. at the Community Center. Admission:
adults $4.00 and children under 12 - $2.00. Tickets on the basket for World Youth Day group will be drawn at
the concert. Door prizes. Light lunch served. Sponsored by L' Ardoise Volunteer Fire Department and World
Youth Day group. Come celebrate the spirit of Christmas with our youth in our community.

Decorating the Church for Christmas will take place on Sunday, December 17th beginning at 1:30p.m.
Afterwards, parishioners are invited to the glebe for a "Christmas Tree Decorating Party."

Children Helping Children: At Sunday Mass our Religious Education students will be enrolled in the Holy
Childhood Association. The purpose of the HCA is for our children to help other children in the missions by
praying for them, learning about them, and sharing with them. Each child will be given a prayer card to use
daily, a newsletter about Kenya, and a mission bank for their donations during Advent. The children will pass
in their banks at the Children's Christmas Mass but they will continue to pray throughout the year.

Children's Sunday Program: It has been one year since we started this program during the Liturgy of the
Word at Sunday Mass. We could not have done it without the help of so many volunteers. A sincere THANK
YOU to all who have contributed to the success of this program. (We are always in need of more volunteers;
no experience necessary!)

The 10th Annual Children's Christmas Party will be held on December 9th at La Picasse in Petit de Grat at 4
p.m. Art Richard will be performing "The Twelve Toys of Christmas." Santa Claus and his Elf will also be
there. There will be face painting and treats. Free Admission.

Eastern Counties Regional Library will be visiting: St Peters (East Richmond Education Center) on
Tuesday, December 12th from 3:30-5:30 p.m. and 6 -7:30 p.m. This library service is free to the public.

Country Christmas Celebration: Calvin Church, Loch Lomond on December 10th at 3 p.m. with the St. Giles
Presbyterian Choir from North Sydney. Ceilidh following service. All Welcome!

The Richmond Community Access Society will be holding their Annual General Meeting on Thursday,
December 7th at 6 p.m. at the C@P Site in D'Escousse. The public is invited to attend this meeting.

We Need Your Assistance: The staff and the Steering Committee of the Strait-Highlands Alternative
Transportation Committee are attempting to determine the need for a transportation system that would assist
persons with disabilities, seniors, and the economically challenged. If you or someone you know need safe,
reliable and affordable transportation, we encourage you to complete a survey, and return it to your parish or
drop off at any Canada Post in the Strait area. Blank survey forms are available at the back of the church. You
may also call the Strait-Highlands Alternative Transportation Project office and complete a survey by telephone.
625-3929 Ext. 231, 233,Or234 or mail to 32 Paint St, Unit 5,Port Hawkesbury, NS B9A 3J1

Tutors Wanted: The Richmond County Literacy Network is now updating its list of volunteer tutors who are
available and willing to assist adults to become better readers. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer
tutor, please contact the Richmond County Literacy Network at 226-0383. A one day training session may be
offered for those interested in attending.

Community Health Board: Your local Community Health Board is seeking new members! Community
Health Boards are voluntary, community based boards regulated by the Nova Scotia Health Authorities Act.
Community Health Boards develop annual community health plans for submission to the District Health
Authority. Community Health Boards work to promote health and improve health care services in your area.
They also provide communities in your area with Wellness Funds totaling over $10,000. For more information
on volunteering on the Strait Richmond Health Board, please contact Treka Burke at 587-2991 or Almon
Chisholm at 625-0626.

Christmas Toy Bingo- Lakeside Community Center, Sampsonville on Sunday December 3 at 2 p.m. 15
regular games, mini games, 2 special games & 1/2 & 1/2 game. Also draw will be made for the tree and
decorations. Great prizes for boys & girls.

Have a good week!!!

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