Looking for Diocesan Advent events & activities?…
The Advent Season is a time to reflect and prepare our hearts for the coming of Jesus.
Many events held throughout our Diocese include retreats, prayer, and music to get all in the spirit of the season as Catholics.
“Christmas in the Eucharist” Dec. 4 through Dec. 6 at 7 p.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Hammonton
Advent Penance Service December 5 at 7 p.m.,
St. Charles Borromeo, 176 Stagecoach Rd, Sicklerville.
Celebrating Advent, Church tree lighting with music, caroling,
and good cheer on Dec. 6 & Dec. 7!
Advent Day of Reflection with Brother Mickey McGrath, OSFS
on Dec. 9 at Christ Our Light, Cherry Hill
“Proclaim the Joyful Message” Christmas Concert, Dec. 10 at 3 p.m. in
Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Glassboro
St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish Christmas Concert Dec. 10
A Unique Collection of Nativities from Around the World
on Dec 16 & Dec. 17 in Millville!
All Saints Parish, in Millville, along with The Knights of Columbus Council 1778, invite all to their first “Follow The Star” experience. This free event is open to the public. Over 200 hundred different Nativity sets will be on display for one weekend, Dec 16/17 in Knights of Columbus Hall, 411 Cedar Street, in Millville.
Stroll through the aisles. Take in each scene. Travel back in time to that First Christmas. Surround yourself with the beauty and the splendor of artists from around the world. Learn what the people of Greccio, Italy experienced as they saw the first Nativity display in 1223 thanks to St. Francis of Assisi. Discover what miracle took place on that Christmas Day 800 years ago and find the Spirit of Christmas. Bring your family and friends. Don’t forget your cameras. Doors will open on Saturday, Dec. 16 and Sunday, Dec. 17, from Noon to 8 p.m. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Any questions, please call All Saints Parish at 856-825-0021.
VITALity Catholic Healthcare Service Mass and Christmas Social sponsored by Ministry with the Deaf & Persons with Disabilities on Dec. 17 at 11 a.m.
“Sing With Us; the Christmas Story” on Dec. 18 at 6 p.m. at St. Joseph Parish, Somers Point
