WEEK OF DECEMBER 24, 2023


God Bless!

Feast of the Holy Family


GOSPEL REFLECTIONS


 



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Bishop Mueggenborg invites us to reflect with him on the Gospel we will hear this Sunday, the Feast of the Holy Family of Nazareth (Luke 2:22-40).

As we enter the season of Christmas, we are called to reflect on the sacrifices made by Mary and Joseph for Jesus.


IN MEMORIAM


 


Rest in Peace Father Bill

Father Bill Nadeau peacefully passed away on December 21, 2023. He will be greatly missed by his loving family, friends, and parishioners. 

A funeral Mass will be held at Saint Teresa of Avila, 3000 North Lompa Lane, Carson City on Saturday, January 13th at 10:00 am.


HAPPENINGS


 


Posada Moments

On Saturday, December 16, the Pastoral Juvenil of the Diocese of Reno hosted a posada and a Pastorela to commemorate Mary and Joseph’s difficult journey to Bethlehem in search of a place for the Christ Child to be born. Guests prayed the Rosary and sing villancicos (Christmas Carols) before the reenactment, and all enjoyed and abundance of food and fellowship afterward. 


GIVING


 


End of Year Donations for 2023

“No duty is more urgent than that of returning thanks.” ~ St. Ambrose

You still have time to make your donations count for 2023. Select the button below and donate to Catholic Services Appeal, Virtual Parish Plate, TV Mass and Evangelization, Diocese of Reno Scholarship Fund (DORS) and End of Year. Also you can still contribute to the One Church Christmas Collection for St. Peter Canisius.


Q & A


 



Bishop’s Faith Q & A

View Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg’s response to the question:

 

Is there a difference between faith and blind faith?


NEWS & EVENTS


 


Pope Francis: Celebrate the True Meaning of Christmas

Pope Francis celebrates Christmas Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican


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Diocesan Conference Registration

41st Annual Diocesan Conference

Join us for the 41st Annual Diocese of Reno Conference!
Since 1983 the Diocese of Reno has held an Annual Diocesan Conference offering rich Catholic content to support our faith journey and to strengthen our experience of community. Five of our Bishops, past and present, have endorsed and utilized this event as a warm and enriching gathering for the spiritual life and growth of our people.
📆 Mark your calendars for January 5-6th, 2024
📍 Location: Nugget Casino Resort -1100 Nugget Ave, Sparks NV 89431.
🕊️ Theme: The Eucharist: Source and Summit of Life
La Eucaristia: Fuente de Nuestra Mision
🔥 Our lineup of speakers is incredible and promises to ignite your Faith!

From engaging sessions to an unforgettable concert, You do not want to miss out!


 

Diocesan Conference is for YOU!

Tom Walks Along the Hall of Bishops

Attend Friday Welcome and Keynote!


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Did you know that the Friday welcome and keynote are free to anyone who would like to attend? Chancery staff has been sharing what they are looking forward to for conference- you don’t want to miss it! 

Today we hear from Tom Malone, Vice Chancellor share insights on vocations and vocation content at the conference. He shares information on support of vocations and a special session on the Blessed Stanley Rother and a seminarian panel. He walks us down the Hall of Bishops with a special guest appearance by Bishop Mueggenborg

Sign up for the sessions that will be most valuable to your Catholic life, as you place faith in God in the center of your home, your work and your life. 

Register online today! 

 


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