Email messages have gone out Tuesday afternoon to everyone signed up to receive Epiphany blessings, advising when the priests are likely to arrive. The routes have been updated to accommodate some changes, and the maps blessings routes for Wednesday, Jan. 8, through Saturday, Jan. 11, are published below.
O God, Who by the guidance of a star didst this day reveal thy Sole-Begotten Son to the Gentiles, grant that we who know Thee by faith may be brought to the contemplation of Thy heavenly majesty.Bless, + O Lord, almighty God this home that it be a shelter of health, chastity, self-conquest, humility, goodness, mildness, obedience to the commandments, and thanksgiving to God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. May this blessing remain for all time upon this dwelling and to all those who live herein. Through Christ our Lord.
O God, Who by the guidance of a star didst this day reveal thy Sole-Begotten Son to the Gentiles, grant that we who know Thee by faith may be brought to the contemplation of Thy heavenly majesty.Bless, + O Lord, almighty God this home that it be a shelter of health, chastity, self-conquest, humility, goodness, mildness, obedience to the commandments, and thanksgiving to God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. May this blessing remain for all time upon this dwelling and to all those who live herein. Through Christ our Lord.
To allow for a greater number of submisssions, the deadline for the Keep Christ in Christmas poster contest has been extended to Wednesday, December 25.
To date, only four entries in total have been received. In 2023 four categories with prize money were left unclaimed and there were no submissions in the 15-18 (not yet high school graduate) category. All youth from five to eighteen are encouraged to participate.
There will be four age categories and cash prizes for the top three submissions in each age group for a total of $320.
AWARDS
- 1st place: $50
- 2nd place: $20
- 3rd place: $10
AGE GROUPS
- 5–7
- 8–10
- 11–14
- 15–18 (not yet a high school graduate)
RULES
- Each poster should be the original work (including concept, layout, slogan and any visual images) of a single person.
- Poster should be approximately 11x17 inches.
- However, the Council will not disqualify based on poster size.
- If pastels, chalk or charcoal are used, the poster must be laminated or covered with clear plastic.
JUDGING (posters will be judged using a 100-point system):
- Slogan (how clear is the theme): 30 points
- Visuals (how clearly the art conveys this message beautifully): 30 points
- Overall impact (degree to which it induces one to reflect on the topic and captures the viewers attention): 40 points
Please note that 1st place winners will not be able to receive their posters back and others who submit may request them to be returned. All entries for judging become property of the Knights of Columbus and exclusive rights to said entries are retained for promotional use with credit given to the artist.
Once judged, all artwork will be on display at 112 State Street and winners will be announced at the Parish Christmas party on Saturday, December 28 at 12:15pm.
Submissions must be turned in to the Parish Office no later than WED DEC 25.
The youth of the parish are invited to participate in the the Keep Christ in Christmas poster contest.
There will be four age categories and cash prizes for the top three submissions in each age group for a total of $320.
AWARDS
- 1st place: $50
- 2nd place: $20
- 3rd place: $10
AGE GROUPS
- 5–7
- 8–10
- 11–14
- 15–18 (not yet a high school graduate)
RULES
- Each poster should be the original work (including concept, layout, slogan and any visual images) of a single person.
- Poster should be approximately 11x17 inches.
- However, the Council will not disqualify based on poster size.
- If pastels, chalk or charcoal are used, the poster must be laminated or covered with clear plastic.
JUDGING (posters will be judged using a 100-point system):
- Slogan (how clear is the theme): 30 points
- Visuals (how clearly the art conveys this message beautifully): 30 points
- Overall impact (degree to which it induces one to reflect on the topic and captures the viewers attention): 40 points
Once judged, all artwork will be on display at 112 State Street and winners will be announced at the Parish Christmas party on Saturday, December 28.
Submissions must be turned in to the Parish Office no later than SUN DEC 22.
Go more deeply into the season of Advent and prepare well for Christmas by using this beautiful Advent calendar created by one of our parishioners. It is suitable for coloring, placing in your prayer book, or putting on the refrigerator.
Click here to download:
