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5 Barbara Street, South Yarmouth, MA 02664 • www.stpiusxsy.com St. Pius X Parish PARISH ADMINISTRATION Welcome New Parishioners: If you are new to the parish we welcome you. Please intro- duce yourself to one of the priests or deacons after Mass and contact the parish office for a registration form. If you are moving, please contact us so our records will be up to date. Parish Office Hours: The Parish Office is open Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - Noon and 1:00 - 5:00 PM. The Parish Office is closed on weekends and Civic Holidays. PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Paul A. Caron, Pastor Rev. Christopher Stanibula, Parochial Vicar Rev. Mr. David Akin, Permanent Deacon Rev. Mr. Thomas Bailey, Permanent Deacon (retired) Rev. Mr. William Gallerizzo, Permanent Deacon Rev. Mr. C. Michael Hickey, Permanent Deacon Rev. Mr. Anthony (Tony) Surozenski, Permanent Deacon Rev. Mr. Richard Zeich, Permanent Deacon Mr. Mark Girardin, Director of Liturgical Music Mrs. Deirdre Journet, Director of Faith Formation Ms. Shanna Kelly, Faith Formation Assistant Mrs. Anne Dailey, School Principal Mr. Dan Doto, Buildings and Grounds Management Mrs. Julie French, Administrative Assistant Mrs. Diane Morris, Administrative Assistant ASSISTING CLERGY Rev. Lawrence Pratt, Ret. Priest of the Archdioc. of Boston Rev. Francis DuBois, Ret. Priest of the Dioc. of Albany Rev. William Salmon, Ret. Priest of the Archdioc. of Boston Rev. Marcel Bouchard, Ret. Priest of the Dioc. of Fall River Summer Season Rev. George Winchester, SJ Jesuit Community, Weston Rev. Erick Berrelleza, SJ Jesuit Community, Cambridge Rev. Isaac-El Fernandes, SJ Jesuit Community, Faber TELEPHONE NUMBERS Rectory/Parish Office (508)398-2248 Faith Formation Office (508)394-0709 St. Pius X School (508)398-6112 Parish Office Fax (508)398-7233 St. Vincent dePaul Helpline (508)398-6623 SACRAMENTS Baptism: Third Sunday of the month at 1:00 PM. Baptismal arrangements must be made at least one month in advance. Please call the Parish Office to arrange a date and to supply pertinent information. Participation in the baptismal preparation program is required if this is your first child or the first child being baptized at St. Pius X. The program is held on the second Friday of the month. Reconciliation: Thursdays 5:30 - 6:30 PM and Saturdays 3:00 - 3:45 PM. You may also call the rectory for an appointment. First Eucharist and Confirmation: A two year preparation program is required. Please call Faith For- mation Office (508)394-0709. Ministry to the Sick: Please notify the Parish Office if someone would like to receive the Sacrament of the Sick at home or is unable to attend Mass due to illness, handicap or age. Holy Communion can be brought to them. Matrimony: Couples are asked to contact the Parish Office at least eight months in advance of the anticipated wedding date to allow adequate time for marriage preparation, including the Diocesan Preparation Program. Holy Orders and Religious Life: If you or someone you know is thinking about life as a priest, deacon or religious (man or woman) and would like to learn more, please con- tact one of the priests or the Diocesan Vocations Office http:// www.fallrivervocations.org or email:[email protected] or call (508) 675-1311. St. Pius X Church (98 Station Ave, South Yarmouth) SCHEDULE OF MASSES Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:00 & 6:00 PM Sunday Masses: 7:00, 9:00, 10:30 AM, Noon & 5:00 PM Daily Mass: Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM MISSION STATEMENT St. Pius X Parish is a community of Roman Catholics estab- lished in 1954 within the Church of Fall River to collaborate with its Bishop. Nourished through Word and Sacraments, we attend to the Holy Spirit and follow our Lord, Christ Jesus. We give witness to our participation in the Body of Christ by welcoming, evangelizing and serving all whom we encounter, especially the poor. Like us on Facebook St. Pius Tenth Catholic Church http://www.facebook.com/pages/st-pius-the-tenth- catholic-church/394853827258160 December 1, 2019 First Sunday of Advent 1st Sunday of Advent Watch

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5 Barbara Street, South Yarmouth, MA 02664 • www.stpiusxsy.com

St. Pius X Parish

PARISH ADMINISTRATION Welcome New Parishioners: If you are new to the parish we welcome you. Please intro-duce yourself to one of the priests or deacons after Mass and contact the parish office for a registration form. If you are moving, please contact us so our records will be up to date. Parish Office Hours: The Parish Office is open Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - Noon and 1:00 - 5:00 PM. The Parish Office is closed on weekends and Civic Holidays.

PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Paul A. Caron, Pastor Rev. Christopher Stanibula, Parochial Vicar Rev. Mr. David Akin, Permanent Deacon Rev. Mr. Thomas Bailey, Permanent Deacon (retired) Rev. Mr. William Gallerizzo, Permanent Deacon Rev. Mr. C. Michael Hickey, Permanent Deacon Rev. Mr. Anthony (Tony) Surozenski, Permanent Deacon Rev. Mr. Richard Zeich, Permanent Deacon Mr. Mark Girardin, Director of Liturgical Music Mrs. Deirdre Journet, Director of Faith Formation Ms. Shanna Kelly, Faith Formation Assistant Mrs. Anne Dailey, School Principal Mr. Dan Doto, Buildings and Grounds Management Mrs. Julie French, Administrative Assistant Mrs. Diane Morris, Administrative Assistant

ASSISTING CLERGY Rev. Lawrence Pratt, Ret. Priest of the Archdioc. of Boston Rev. Francis DuBois, Ret. Priest of the Dioc. of Albany Rev. William Salmon, Ret. Priest of the Archdioc. of Boston Rev. Marcel Bouchard, Ret. Priest of the Dioc. of Fall River Summer Season Rev. George Winchester, SJ Jesuit Community, Weston Rev. Erick Berrelleza, SJ Jesuit Community, Cambridge Rev. Isaac-El Fernandes, SJ Jesuit Community, Faber

TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Rectory/Parish Office (508)398-2248 Faith Formation Office (508)394-0709 St. Pius X School (508)398-6112 Parish Office Fax (508)398-7233 St. Vincent dePaul Helpline (508)398-6623

SACRAMENTS Baptism: Third Sunday of the month at 1:00 PM. Baptismal arrangements must be made at least one month in advance. Please call the Parish Office to arrange a date and to supply pertinent information. Participation in the baptismal preparation program is required if this is your first child or the first child being baptized at St. Pius X. The program is held on the second Friday of the month. Reconciliation: Thursdays 5:30 - 6:30 PM and Saturdays 3:00 - 3:45 PM. You may also call the rectory for an appointment. First Eucharist and Confirmation: A two year preparation program is required. Please call Faith For-mation Office (508)394-0709. Ministry to the Sick: Please notify the Parish Office if someone would like to receive the Sacrament of the Sick at home or is unable to attend Mass due to illness, handicap or age. Holy Communion can be brought to them. Matrimony: Couples are asked to contact the Parish Office at least eight months in advance of the anticipated wedding date to allow adequate time for marriage preparation, including the Diocesan Preparation Program. Holy Orders and Religious Life: If you or someone you know is thinking about life as a priest, deacon or religious (man or woman) and would like to learn more, please con-tact one of the priests or the Diocesan Vocations Office http://www.fallrivervocations.org or email:[email protected] or call (508)675-1311.

St. Pius X Church (98 Station Ave, South Yarmouth)

SCHEDULE OF MASSES Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:00 & 6:00 PM Sunday Masses: 7:00, 9:00, 10:30 AM, Noon & 5:00 PM Daily Mass: Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM

MISSION STATEMENT St. Pius X Parish is a community of Roman Catholics estab-lished in 1954 within the Church of Fall River to collaborate with its Bishop. Nourished through Word and Sacraments, we attend to the Holy Spirit and follow our Lord, Christ Jesus. We give witness to our participation in the Body of Christ by welcoming, evangelizing and serving all whom we encounter, especially the poor.

Like us on Facebook

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ST. PIUS X CHURCH, SOUTH YARMOUTH, MA 02664 Page 2

Masses of Christian Burial Funeral Masses were recently celebrated for:

Hiep Hoang, husband of Hoa

Thomas Flaherty, husband of Sheila

Stephen Hurley, husband of Helen

Please remember them and their families in your prayers.

CELIAC DISEASE? You may receive from the chalice or we

have low gluten hosts made of gluten-free wheat starch, measur-

ing below 20 ppm. Explanation sheets are available. Please speak

to a Priest or Deacon in the sacristy before Mass for either option.

HEARING ASSISTANCE available. Br ing your headphones

with standard plug. Go to the sacristy before Mass for assistance.

RECENTLY BAPTIZED We welcome to the Christian community

Declan Christopher Cardwell, Isabella Alexis Alicea,

Avianna Rose Chipman, Kayden John Chipman and

Sean Kiernan-Michael McArdle.

Thank you for your Stewardship in

supporting our parish community. The collection for Nov 16/17 was: $12,287.

The collection for Nov 23/24 will be reported at a later date.

Please remember St. Pius X Parish in your estate plan!

STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT “Therefore, stay awake! For you do not know

on which day your Lord will come."

(Matthew 24:42)

People who have had health issues or near-death experiences gen-

erally have a greater appreciation for each day being a gift from

God. The rest of us usually take for granted that we will be

around tomorrow. But when you start to look at each day as a

gift, you realize all the little miracles that happen daily and grow

in gratitude for all that we have been given. You begin to see

God’s active presence in your life.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: The next adoration, Decem-

ber 5th, will be held in the Church. It is held Thursday before the

First Friday of each month 5:30 PM.

Sat 8 AM Anniv. Mary Kennedy

4 PM Anniv. Bill Powers

6 PM Anniv. James Reardon

Sun 7 AM Mem. George & Jayne Rodenbush

9 AM Mem. William & Margaret Moynihan

10:30 AM Anniv. Edward J. Barry

Noon Our Parish Family

5 PM Mem. Henry Brooks

Mon 8 AM Mem. Mem. Patrick Enright

Tue 8 AM Mem. Mem. Robert Horner

Wed 8 AM Mem. Bishop Francis Irwin

Thu 8 AM Anniv. Michael Cassidy

Fri 8 AM Anniv. Deborah Reade-Kochka

Sat 8 AM Anniv. Mary “Pat” Donohue

4 PM Mem. Rita Mathews & Michael Iani

6 PM Anniv. Daniel J. Fitzmaurice

Sun 7 AM Anniv. Jeremiah Carey

9 AM Anniv. Dorothy Giglia

10:30 AM Mem. Christopher Daniel Dodge

Noon Mem. Francis X. Manning

5 PM Our Parish Family

November 30 - December 8, 2019

November 30 - December 8, 2019 Sat & Sun - Cape Cod Caring Cards

are available in Narthex after Masses

Sat 7:30 PM Al Anon Relig. Ed.

Sun Breakfast after all morning Masses PLC

2:00 PM St. Joseph’s House PLC kitch.

Mon 9:00 AM Crafts/Mission/Yarn crafters Relig. Ed.

3:15 PM Gr. 4&5 Faith Formation Relig. Ed.

6:00 PM Gr. 6-8 Faith Formation Relig. Ed.

6:30 PM Women’s Society Board mtg. St. Mary’s

Tue 8:30 AM Coffee & doughnuts Relig. Ed.

6:30 PM Life in the Spirit Church

Wed 9:00 AM Crafts/Mission/Yarn crafters Relig. Ed.

1:30 PM St. Vincent de Paul mtg. Relig. Ed.

5:30 PM Cub Scouts Relig. Ed.

Thu 4:00 PM Bingo PLC

5:30 PM Confession Church

5:30 PM Cub Scouts Board mtg. Relig. Ed.

7:15 PM Centering Prayer/Lectio Divina Relig. Ed.

Fri

Sat 7:00 AM Brazilian Community PLC

9:00 AM Children’s Fair Relig. Ed

7:30 PM Al Anon Relig. Ed.

Sun 9:20 AM Kindergarten Faith Formation Relig. Ed.

10:15 AM Gr. 1-3 Faith Formation Relig. Ed.

11:45 AM RCIA St. Mary’s

5:00 PM Confirmation Mass/Class Church

PRAYER LISTING Please pray for: Kristen Hoar - Poliz-

zotto, Brian Carey, Carol Mills, Brenda

Delaney, Marilyn McCarthy, Aldo & Nicole Spano, Ruthanne

Pearson, Christina McLeod, Carol Ann Carey, John Gallagher,

Patricia Andrews, Nick, Mickey & Nicholas Grieco. Names stay

in the bulletin for 2 months, unless you call to have them re-

moved. They are only listed if permission is given, not just some-

one you think would like their name listed.

Life is a series of tiny little

miracles. Notice them!

CHILDREN’S CHOIR All children, grades 1-5, are wel-

come. We gather at 8:30 AM before the 9:00 AM Mass with oc-

casional practices on Monday evenings for those available.

2020 CATHOLIC CALENDARS Kevin Morris, Neil O’Connor and John

Blute of Morris, O’Connor and Blute

Funeral Home have again generously

offered Catholic Calendars. The calen-

dars are available at the doors of the

church. Our sincere thanks to them.

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION This year because the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Vir-

gin Mary falls on the First Sunday of Advent, is not a Holy Day

of Obligation. It will be celebrated on Monday, December 9th at

the 8:00 AM daily Mass. There are no additional Masses.

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THE FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT Page 3

FAITH FORMATION

OFFICE PHONE: (508)394-0709

[email protected]

DATES TO REMEMBER: Sun Dec 1 - No Classes - Grades K-3

Sat Dec 7 - Children's Christmas Fair - 9 AM - 11:30 AM

Sat/Sun Dec 7/8 - Youth Ministry Wreath/Ornament Fundraiser

Sun Dec 8 - Grade 9 - Confirmation - 5 PM Mass/Class

Sat Dec 14 - Grade 2 - Retreat - 9AM - 12 Noon

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK: -If you are alienated or upset, we welcome you lovingly.

-If you are in need of forgiveness, Jesus forgives you

completely – with unconditional love.

-If you have been hurt by the Church, we are truly sorry.

-If you are angry, Jesus offers you peace.

-If life has become burdensome, we are here to support you.

-We are happy you are here and want you to stay.

-We would like to share our lives with you.

-Come join us each week so we can worship together.

Our Faith: Happy New Year ! For

our Church it is! The First Sunday of

Advent is the beginning of our Liturgi-

cal Year. We mark these weeks with

our Advent Candle scene, which, as

you know from last year this wreath

was once lit by Sgt. Sean Gannon back

when he was my altar server at St.

Francis Xavier in Acushnet. It has “come home” to us and we are

honored to have this wonderful decoration for the Season.

The First Two weeks of Advent we reflect on the coming of

Christ at the end of time and what that means for us. Then in the

next Two weeks we ponder the meaning of His coming in history

with salvation for us!

Don’t Forget! Brunch with Santa this Sunday Morning. Our

School is again sponsoring the best breakfast in town after all

morning Masses this weekend! Come and join us and see Santa

as well!

Marian Medal: Just a reminder : Rebecca Galler izzo will be

receiving her Marian Medal Award from Bishop daCunha this

Sunday December 1 at the Cathedral in Fall River. If you have

not yet congratulated her, please feel free. Thanks again for your

service to our parish!

Vocations: “They shall beat their swords into plowshares and

their spears into pruning hooks….” If you think that God is call-

ing you to serve the Lord of the harvest as a priest, deacon, sister

or brother, Contact the Vocation Office at fallrivervocations.org

Our Vocations Prayer Group will meets each Thursday from

5:30-6:30PM. Sacrament of Reconciliation is available

Questions of the Week! Adults: Following the example of Jesus, what is the best way

to exercise your authority over others?

Children: What qualities would a good leader have? Which

of these are you trying to develop?

A Smile from the Mooney Archives: At a par ty of profession-

als, a doctor was having difficulty socializing. Everyone wanted

to describe their symptoms and get an opinion about diagnosis.

The doctor turned to a lawyer acquaintance and asked, "How do

you handle people who want advice outside of the office?"

"Simple," answered the lawyer, "I send them a bill. That stops

it."

The next day, the doctor, still feeling a bit reserved about what he

had just finished doing, opened his mailbox to send out the bills.

Much to his surprise, there sat a bill from the lawyer.

CHRISTMAS GIVING PROGRAM We are working with the Yarmouth Food Pantry

again this year to provide Christmas gifts for chil-

dren of families in need. This weekend is the last

opportunity to select a gift tag to purchase a gift for this pro-

gram. Please see our volunteers in the Narthex after all Masses if

you would like to take part. The gifts must be returned un-

wrapped, in a gift bag, by December 9th.

HELP WITH CHRISTMAS GIVING If you would like to

help organize the gifts on December 11th at 10AM, please call/

email the Religious Education office.

YOUTH MINISTRY WREATH

& SHRINE ORNAMENT FUNDRAISER Wreaths $14 each 2/$25

Mary Mother of Life Shrine Ornaments $5 each

Please Support our Youth Ministry!

Items will be sold after all Masses on December 7th/8th

FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT

THE JESSE TREE The Jesse Tree represents the Old Testament

people who waited for the first coming of Christ.

Each week we recall key people from the Old

Testament who helped God’s people prepare for

Christ. by placing symbols on a tree that repre-

sents them. We also give the scripture references

for better understanding. Refer: Luke 3:23-27.

ADAM AND EVE: The fir st man and woman according to

the story were made good but they disobeyed God and began sin

in the world. Their sin began humanity’s waiting for the Messi-

ah. Refer: Genesis, Chapter 3. Symbol: Apples

NOAH: God wanted to save the wor ld from sin. He did this

through the flood waters. The flood destroyed all the evil in the

world, except Noah, his family and all the animals on the Ark.

At the end of the flood, Noah set free the doves. They returned

with olive branches, Noah then knew the flood was over and they

were saved. Refer: Genesis, 6-9. Symbols: Doves and Birds.

ABRAHAM AND ISAAC: Abraham was the fir st person

God called to faith and He made him the father of believers. God

tested his faith asking him to sacrifice his only son, Isaac. Abra-

ham was obedient but an angel stopped him. God was happy

with Abraham and promised his descendants would be as numer-

ous as the stars, Angels and sand. Genesis, 15:1-6 & 22:1-19

Symbols: stars, angels, sand

JACOB: J acob was Isaac’s son. He had a dream with angels

climbing up and down a ladder uniting earth to heaven. In the

dream God promised land to the chosen people. Refer: Genesis,

28:10-22. Symbol: Ladder

YOUTH MINISTRY UPDATE The St. Pius X Youth Group assisted the Yar-

mouth Food Pantry with the YPD Stuff-A-

Cruiser Event. The day was spent unloading

and sorting the many donations that came in

throughout the day. It was a great experience

for all those who were there to help! We look forward to helping

at the Pantry again in the near future! Great job Youth Ministry!

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DECEMBER 1, 2019 Page 4

ST. PIUS X SCHOOL www.spxschool.org

* to learn the Catholic faith and follow in the

footsteps of Jesus Christ

*to grow spiritually, academically and socially

*to lead a life of faith, service, and integrity Brunch - December 1st! Join us

after Masses for a delicious

breakfast, wonderful company

and the spirit of this special sea-

son of the year!

The school will gather during the

Advent season for our weekly

prayer services guided by Mrs.

Goulet, our Religion teacher. Stu-

dents will listen, read, pray, con-

template, and join their voices in hymns. As we light the candles

of our Advent wreath in progression, they will be a symbol of

our anticipation and preparation.

We will hold a Third Thursday Tour in December, as we do each

month. Join us on December 19th at 10:00 AM and experience

the excitement and joy of SPXS as we anticipate Christmas!

Readings for the Week of December 1, 2019 Sunday: Is 2:1-5/ Ps 122:1-2, 3-4, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9 [cf. 1]/

Rom 13:11-14/Mt 24:37-44

Monday: Is 4:2-6/Ps122:1-2, 3-4b, 4cd-5, 6-7, 8-9/Mt

8:5-11

Tuesday: Is 11:1-10/Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17 [cf. 7]/Lk

10:21-24

Wednesday: Is 25:6-10a/Ps 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6 [6cd]/Mt

15:29-37

Thursday: Is 26:1-6/Ps 118: 1 and 8-9. 19-21, 25-27a

[26a]/Mt 7:21, 24-27

Friday: Is 29:17-24/Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14 [1a]/Mt 9:27-31

Saturday: Is 30:19-21, 23-26/Ps 147:1-2, 3-4, 5-6/Mt

9:35—10:1, 5a, 6-8

Next Sunday: Is 11:1-10/ Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 19 [cf. 7]/

Rom 15:4-9/Mt 3:1-12

©Liturgical Publications Inc.

EMAIL ADDRESSES:

St. Pius X Parish Office/Secretary [email protected]

Fr. Paul Caron [email protected]

Fr. Christopher Stanibula [email protected]

Rev. Mr. David Akin [email protected]

Rev. Mr. Thomas Bailey [email protected]

Rev. Mr. William Gallerizzo [email protected]

Rev. Mr. Michael Hickey [email protected]

Rev. Mr. Anthony Surozenski [email protected]

Rev. Mr. Richard Zeich [email protected]

Faith Formation [email protected]

St. Pius X School [email protected]

St. Pius School Principal [email protected]

St. Pius X Music Ministry [email protected]

St. Pius X EM Scheduling [email protected]

Parish Pastoral Council [email protected]

Knights of Columbus [email protected]

St. Pius X Newsletter [email protected]

ST. PIUS X BINGO Bingo contributes a sizeable donation to our parish upkeep.

Doors open Thursdays at 4:00 PM. Warm-ups at 6:00 PM & Reg-

ular Games 6:30 - 9:30 PM. Volunteers & players are needed to

insure a smooth and successful Bingo! Consider volunteering

once or twice a month. There are two shifts: 4:00 - 6:30 PM and

6:30 - 9:30 PM for floor service; the positions include: floor call-

ers, booth service, and distribution of bingo sheets & lottery tick-

ets. . Kitchen help needed 4:30 - 7:30 PM, serving meals & des-

serts. Bakers: we need you! Homemade cook-

ies, bars and brownies will be accepted by

4:00 PM at the Parish Life Center. Call

George @ (508)776-2439 for more info.

ADULT FAITH FORMATION A Life in the Spirit Prayer Group meets weekly in the library on

Tuesdays 6:30 -7:30 PM with the opportunity for socializing fol-

lowing the meeting. All are always welcome to attend.

Adults, What do you Seek? RCIA

If it is to become a Catholic or to complete your initiation into

the Church by receiving your First Communion or Confirmation,

visit the Library in the Religious Ed. Bldg. at 11:45 AM on Sun-

days. RCIA Team members can answer questions or call George

(508)737-7384 for info.

KNIGHTS IN ACTION

FAITH IN ACTION

The K of C offers men a place to

lead their families & communities in faith and service, putting

their Faith into Action. K of C members, parishes & families can

make a meaningful difference. Like to learn more? Contact GK

John L. [email protected] or check out www.kofc.org

Meetings on 2nd & 4th Wednesdays each month at 7:00 PM in

the St. Mary's room.

K of C CHRISTMAS PARTY Tuesday, December 10th at 5:00 PM

Roadhouse Café in Hyannis

$40/person RSVP to Larry (508)776-4930 ASAP

Menu: clam chowder, beef short ribs or fish

& key lime pie

Bring a $15 gift for a Yankee Swap

All welcome - members & friends

COUNCIL #10346

Please note that our church is open

every weekday until 4:00 PM if you would like to visit and pray.

LECTORS– Please pick the new workbooks in the Sacristry.

BOOK CLUB The Book Club will not be meeting for the month of

December. Stay warm busy elves and keep reading!

RMD - DID YOU KNOW? If you have an IRA and haven’t taken your 2019 Required Mini-

mum Distribution yet, you can give a portion of your RMD to St.

Pius X and it won’t be taxable income for you! Please check with

your accountant or financial advisor for more details.

WINTER WEATHER - SAFETY FIRST! Please remember, if the DY Schools are cancelled,

there will be no daily morning Mass. Stay home

and be safe!

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Page 5 THE FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT

COMMUNITY NEWS

ST. PIUS X WOMEN’S SOCIETY

Mon 12/2: Executive Board mtg, 6:30 PM, St. Mary’s room

Tue 12/10: Christmas Party - 1:30 PM PLC

Tue 1/7: Executive Board mtg 6:30 PM St. Mary’s Room

Tue1/14: Members mtg. 1:30 PM, PLC-Trivia Day! Huge Thank You!

God bless all of our parishioners and all those who joined us at

the Christmas Fair. We had lots of fun and a huge turnout.

Thanks to all the businesses who donated to us. To the tireless

workers, you are the very best. A listing of all sponsors of the

Christmas Fair will be forthcoming. Thank you also to all the

surrounding parishes who helped get the word out!

Upcoming Programs at meetings

December’s meeting is our Christmas Party with a wonderful

array of tasty holiday treats & a Yankee Swap, details to come.

It’s Trivia Day in January 2020!

Yarmouth Food Pantry: cleaning products, paper goods and per-

sonal care items always needed. Please bring to meetings.

Collection for Katelynn's Closet

We will be collecting new socks,

underwear and pajamas for Kate-

lynn's Closet at the Christmas party.

Sizes needed are for children 4-12

years old. Cash donations or checks

made out to the charity are also welcome to help fulfill any spe-

cial needs or gaps. Please do not gift wrap items. God bless you

for your kindness!

Symphony Event!

Music from The Tonys at the Symphony! 40 reserved tickets at

$46.80. Date February 23rd for a 3:00 PM show. Society mem-

bers get preference before non-members.

DID YOU KNOW: IT’S DECEMBER ALREADY!! If you’re going to gift the hairdresser, mailman, newspaper per-

son, babysitter etc. - why not buy gift cards from us?

Check out the various gift cards we have in denominations which

make perfect "Thank you for the great service all year long"

gifts. You also might consider purchasing a card and donating it

to St. Vincent De Paul Society to give to a family in need.

Come by the Caring card desk in the Narthex after Mass and see

the large inventory of cards we have in stock and the extensive

list of cards you can order. Thank you for your support of this

program. It really makes a difference to our Cape Cod

neighbors, who are in need of our help to remain in their

homes.

NEW THIS YEAR!

Check out the

hand-crafted

gift card envelopes for

gift giving!

SECOND COLLECTION – SCHOOL SUPPORT

The second collection this weekend, Nov 30/Dec 1 is for St. Pius

X School. Thank you for the sacrifices that you make to support

Catholic Education in our parish.

SECOND COLLECTION RETIRED RELIGIOUS Give in thanksgiving. “The nuns left lasting impressions on

me,” writes a donor. “I shall always be grateful for my Catholic

education.” Please join in thanking the thousands of senior Cath-

olic sisters, brothers, and religious order priests who worked tire-

lessly to educate the young and serve those in need. Next week’s

second collection is for the Retirement Fund for Religious, which

helps hundreds of religious communities care for aging members.

Please give generously. www.retiredreligious.org

CELEBRATE THE CHRISTMAS SEASON! Dennis Village Annual Living Creche

Saturday, December 14th

4:00 PM: Chancel Choir performance - Dennis Union Church

5:00 PM: Candlelight procession - Dennis Rt. 6A Post Office

Nativity reenactment - Village Green

Live cast & animals &

Christmas Carol sing-along

Free refreshments at the Dennis

Union Church Hall

OUR LADY OF THE HIGHWAY CHAPEL PARKING LOT

CHRISTMAS MEALS If you are alone on Christmas Day, una-

ble to cook a holiday meal, or should you

know of anyone who is in need of a meal

please call the Parish Office (508)398-

2248 to arrange for meals to be delivered.

We prepare the meals on Christmas

morning & deliver them between 11:00

AM & Noon.

Please call by Thursday, December 19th to reserve meals. If

you do arrange for someone else, please remember to tell them

to expect a meal on Christmas Day.

DRIVERS: If any par ishioner wants to help deliver , please

email Jean Kelly [email protected] .

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Saint Pius X

South Yarmouth, MA

03-0280

Routing Code: Y

Run #: 5

Phone: 508.398.2248

Fax: 508.398.7233

Editors: Julie French

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