December Newsletter

Happy December!

December 2019

I cannot believe we are in the month of December, where did 2019 go?

This time of year is my favorite because this season is all about preparation... preparation for all the joy to come Christmas day when Jesus is born.

I too find myself getting caught in the hustle and bustle of Christmas present shopping, sending out Christmas cards, and the 5 stops my husband and I have to make for each holiday. Advent reminds me to slow down, remember what is most important about this season, and truly take in and enjoy the gifts (the gift of Jesus) this season brings.

Embrace those family traditions you love! Think about where God is working in your life and family this season. All of those traditions are rooted in somethings, and that is faith. My prayers are with all of you this month as we slow down and receive the joy of Christmas.

As always this email is interactive, there are links embedded in the pictures and headings, so click around for for information. There are some changes/ updates to our calendar this month!

If you have any questions, please reach out to me in the Youth Ministry office.

Best, Jackie Gray

CONFIRMATION

Confirmation Year 1

Class:

There will only be 1 class this month.

Tuesday, December 3rd from 7:30pm-9pm

(there is not class on December 17th)

Advent Penance Service:

On Tuesday, December 10 ^th at 7pm in the Church. This will count as 1 Adoration. Participate and attend the Penance Service with at least 1 parent. (Jackie will be in the Ramada to sign teens in for attendance).

This is a great way to prepare for the birth of Jesus this Advent season!

Confirmation Year 2

Class:

There will only be 1 class this month.

Tuesday, December 3rd from 7:30pm-9pm

(there is not class on December 17th)

Advent Penance Service:

This is a great way to prepare for the birth of Jesus this Advent season!

Adoration

All Confirmation Teens are required to attend a minimum of 2 Teen Holy Hour Adorations each year (with your Confirmation Sponsor).

Adoration Opportunities this month:

Youth Ministry's Teen Holy Hour is December 6 from 7pm-8pm. Don't forget to sign in and out to get full credit!

Parish Advent Adoration:

This year, St. Norbert is extending Eucharistic Adoration times during the month of December. Click this link to see a list of dates and times to attend and sign up. This will count as 1 Adoration. You must attend with at least 1 parent or sponsor. Please email Jackie on the date/ time & who you attended with.

Service Projects

This month's service project opportunities:

Christian Services
December 7, 14, 21 (there will not be Christian Services the last few weeks of the year due to holidays)
Click below to sign up for service projects. There are limited spots each week, so don't procrastinate on signing up.

Teens are required to complete 3 service projects each Confirmation year. Be sure to fill out the Service Project form and turn it in to get credit.