¿QUISIERAS SER CATÓLICO? Por favor, llamar a la oficina de la iglesia (417-451-3411) y pedir información del programa RICA o envía un e-mail a stcanera@sbcglobal.net

Sacramento de matrimonio – Contacta la oficina parroquial seis meses antes. Bautismo—contacta o visita la oficina parroquial y pedir información de las clases de preparación. Visita al hospital — Contacta la oficina de la iglesia con nombre, lugar, y número de cuarto.

BIENVENIDOS: Si usted es nuevo en nuestra pa-rroquia le demos la bienvenida y lo invitamos a ha-cerse miembro de Santa Canera. Las formas de regis-tro se puede encontrar en el templo o en la oficina.

MISION DE NUESTRA PARROQUIA

La Familia Parroquial de Santa Canera considera que su misión es trabajar unidos e integrarse a la comunidad cris-tiana más amplia para conocer, amar, y servir a Dios. Fun-damentados en la Escritura y en la Tradición de nuestra Iglesia Católica Romana, procuramos reconocer nuestra dependencia de Dios, crecer espiritualmente, convertirnos en imagen de Cristo, educar a los adultos y acompañar la educación de los niños y jóvenes; y, como instrumentos de Cristo, compartir nuestra fe y acoger a los otros.

SAINT CANERA CATHOLIC CHURCH

504 S. WASHINGTON NEOSHO, MO 64850

(417) 451-3411 (417) 451-3432 (fax)

stcanera@sbcglobal.net

MASS / MISAS Saturday / sabado

5:00 pm (English) / 7:00 pm (Spanish)

Sunday / domingo: 8:00 am (English)

Weekdays / Diarias: Tuesday (martes) — Friday (viernes) 8:30 am

ADORATION / ADORACIÓN Thursday (jueves) 9:00 am—4:30 pm

No Adoration on holidays.

RECONCILIATION / RECONCILIACIÓN Saturday / sabado: 4:30 pm Sunday / domingo: 7:30 am

Or, anytime by appointment.

MISSION STATEMENT

The parish family of St. Canera sees as its mission to work together and in the larger community to know, love, and serve God. Based on Scripture, the sacraments, and our Roman Catholic tradition, we seek to recognize our dependence on God, grow spiritually, become images of Christ, educate adults and assist in educating children, and as God’s in-struments, share our faith with and welcome others.

WELCOME: If you are new to our parish we welcome you and invite you to become a member of Saint Canera. Registration forms can be found in the church vestibule or in the office.

Sacrament of Marriage—contact the church of-fice six months in advance. Baptism — contact or come by the church office for information on classes. Hospital visitation — contact the church office with name, location, and room number.

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC?

Please call the parish office (417-451-3411) and ask for information on the RCIA program or send an e-mail to stcanera@sbcglobal.net

Saint Canera, patroness of Irish Sailors, is sitting in a boat with an oil lamp, the symbol of wisdom and virginity, with a monastery on an island in the background where she sought spiritual rest. She was refused

entrance to the island but was given Eucharist just before she died. The shamrock speaks to her Irish ancestry.

REV. SAMSON DORIVAL, SMM Pastor

samdorival@gmail.com

First Sunday of Advent December 1, 2019

I Domingo de Adviento 1 de Diciembre de 2019

LECTURAS para I Domingo de Adviento

Primera Lectura: Isaías 2, 1-5 Salmo Responsorial: 121, 1-9 Segunda Lectura: Romanos 13, 11-14 Evangelio: Mateo 24, 37-44

LECTURAS para I I Domingo de Adviento

Primera Lectura: Isaías 11, 1-10 Salmo Responsorial: 71, 2.7-8. 12-13.17 Segunda Lectura: Romanos 15, 4-9 Evangelio: Mateo 3, 1-12

Atención: No hay clases de doctr ina (PSR) el domingo,

1 de diciembre

R E F L E X I Ó N

Esperar, aunque sean cosas buenas no es muy placentero. Siempre tenemos cierta impaciencia, sobre todo si se nos ha dicho un tiempo aproxi-mado de que algo ocurra. Esperar tiene también sus ventajas; nos hace reflexionar; nos ahonda el deseo de que algo pase; nos hace examinar rela-ciones, razones y motivaciones de la espera; y nos obliga a hacer preparativos. En esos prepara-tivos —sobre todo cuando esperamos la llegada de un ser querido o el nacimiento de un nuevo miembro de la familia— se refleja de muy clara-mente el amor que se tiene por la persona. Al ir haciendo esos preparativos es posible que el amor crezca. El amor crece con la espera y la prepara-ción. Cuando se nos pide vigilancia para esperar la venida de Cristo, no es para que nos desespere-mos; se nos ofrece una oportunidad de preparar-nos reflexionando sobre la persona a quien espe-ramos, haciendo obras buenas que nos invitan a más y más amor, profundizando nuestro deseo de la salvación y la justicia que nos trae Cristo. Es casi impensable que alguien prepare la llegada de un ser amado siéndole infiel de algún modo. Lo mismo ocurre con la promesa de la venida de Cristo. Mientras llega, debemos estar vigilan-tes, es decir, atentos a lo que nuestro corazón nos dice que Él desea de nosotros; de esta forma, po-dremos brindarle el fruto de nuestro amor. Decir que Cristo es Rey es reconocer que el Cristo vivo —el que nos da la vida desde la cruz— es el Se-ñor a quien amamos, escuchamos, seguimos y obedecemos; y es el único que puede construir un reino de paz y reconciliación.

-Esta Reflexión fue tomada de Nuestra Parroquia

Atención:

Los calendarios del 2020 son en el vestíbulo.

¡Gracias a Clark Funerarias para patrocinar nues-

tros calendarios otra vez este año!

Servicios de Reconciliación de Adviento

Fecha Hora Parish

4 diciembre 6:30 pm St. Mary’s—Joplin

5 diciembre 6:30 pm St. Ann’s—Carthage

9 diciembre 6:30 pm Sacred Heart—Webb City

15 diciembre 2:00 pm St. Mary’s—Lamar

16 diciembre 6:30 pm St. Canera—Neosho

17 diciembre 6:30 pm Nativity of Our Lord—Noel

Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Fiesta

Miércoles, 12 Diciembre

5:00 AM Las Mañanitas 5:45 PM La Danza 6:00 PM La Misa

Desayuno después de las mañanitas. Refigerios después de la Misa.

Todos están invitados a las festividades.

Que viva la Virgen de Guadalupe!

Solemnidad de la Inmaculada Concepción

de la Santísima Virgen María

Lunes, 9 de Diciembre 6:00 PM

Este es un día especial en la vida de nuestra nación ya que la Virgen María, bajo su título de la "Inmaculada Concepción", es la patrona de los Estados Unidos de América.

VENTA DE PASTELES El Grupo Juvenil de St. Canera tendrá una venta de pasteles después de todas las Misas del 7-8 de diciembre. ¡Por favor, comprando algunas pro-ductos horneados deliciosos y ayude a apoyar al Grupo Juvenil.

A R E A N E W S

Sacred Heart Presents

a Musical Evening with

Tony Melendez

Wednesday, December 11 at 7pm

$5 per person (under 12 free)

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 909 N. Madison Webb City, MO

Born with no arms, he learned to be inde-pendent by using his feet to perform daily tasks. He now gives the world hope through motivational speaking and his gift of music.

With Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri, YOU MADE A DIFFERENCE in the lives of the poor and vulnerable in our diocese! Thank you to all parishioners who took part in the World Day of the Poor by donating TO-DAY to the annual Second Collection for Cath-olic Charities. If you have not yet made a do-nation, please prayerfully consider a gift for the Church’s Works of Mercy: Online donations may be made at www.ccsomo.org, or call 417-720-4213, or mail your donation to Catholic Charities of southern Missouri, 424 E. Monastery St., Springfield, MO 65807.

Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri

USCCB RESOURCES and REFLECTIONS on the END of LIFE

We know earthly death is not the end, but rather the door through which we must pass to gain eter-nal life. Because of our belief and hope in the Resurrection, we can face death not with fear, but with preparation. Although certainly not compre-hensive, the following considerations are provided as starting points for understanding and preparing for this transition, whether it is imminent or not. https://www.respectlife.org/end-of-life-considerations

USCCB Launches National Civility Effort Through 2020 Election (USCCB)

One year ahead of the 2020 national elections, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) is launching a year-long initiative that invites Catholics to model civility, love for neigh-bor, and respectful dialogue. "Civilize It: Dignity Beyond the Debate" will ask Catholics to pledge civility, clarity, and compassion in their families, communities, and parishes, and call on others to do the same. You can take the pledge at https://www.wearesaltandlight.org/civilize-it The initia-tive is built on the recognition that every person-even those with whom we disagree-is a beloved child of God who possesses inherent dignity. Sup-porting materials for the initiative, including ideas to help Catholics and others of goodwill to engage in and model respect and compassion, can be found at https://www.wearesaltandlight.org/civilize-it/resources

Diocesan News

Acts of Kindness for Advent, an alternative advent calendar.

An Advent calendar for giving is a wonderful way to begin the Christmas season. Many people use Advent calendars for giving small gifts and treats daily to their youngsters. Others have activ-ities that are tucked into each day, for the child or family to do that day.

Reverse advent calendars work by you filling them every day with items of food or clothing that can then be taken to a food bank or charity in order to help those less fortunate that are struggling at Christmas time.

A Reverse Advent Calendar is a great way to give to a food bank or family in need. You can have your own at home, or contribute to the one St. Canera will keep in the Narthex. Please note that the items listed below are only suggestions.

Music practice is after PSR classes on Sundays or

after Mass when there is no PSR. And, on Tuesdays at 6:00 PM.

We welcome new voices!

Bright Futures Backpack program needs your help to provide food for children who don’t have enough to eat. Suggested do-nations include: ravioli, Easy Mac, and peanut butter (16 oz). Please place your items in the marked container in the vestibule. Thank you for your generous donations!!

PCCW (Parish Council of Catholic Women)

Wednesday, December 11 at 6:00 PM in the Rock House

We will be sending Christmas Cards to those that might need a note of Christmas cheer.

Please join us. Please bring finger foods to share.

S t. C A N E R A N E W S

Coffee & donuts this Sunday after Mass.

Donuts are $0.50 each (includes beverage). Thank you for your cooperation.

Thank you for your donations for The Help Center

Restoration Life Center Their needs are ongoing, and your continued sup-

port is greatly appreciated.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

MEETING Thursday, December 5

at 7:00 PM in the Rock House.

No PSR classes this Sunday, December 1, 2019

2020 St. Canera Calendars

The 2020 Calendars are in the vestibule. Thank you to Clark Funeral Homes for

sponsoring our calendars again this year!

Solemnity of Immaculate Conception Please note that the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception (normally celebrated on December 8) is transferred this year to Mon., Dec. 9. While it maintains its liturgical rank as a Solemnity, it is NOT a Holy Day of Obligation this year .

We will have a Mass for the Solemnity of the Im-maculate Conception on Monday, December 9 at 6:00 PM in the Church.

This is a special day in the life of our nation since the Virgin Mary, under her title of the “Immaculate Conception”, is the patroness of the United States of America.

YOUTH GROUP BAKE SALE

The St. Canera Youth Group

will have a bake sale after all

the Masses on December 7-8. Please help sup-

port the Youth Group by purchasing some yum-

my baked goods!

They would happily accept your baked goods to

sell, too.

December Days of Interest on the Catholic Calendar

You might want to say a special prayer for these:

December 1: World AIDS Day December 2: World Day for Slavery Abolition Dec. 3: World Day for Persons with Disabilities December 5: International Volunteer Day December 6: St. Nicholas Feast Day December 7: Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day December 9: World Genocide Commemoration Day December 10: Human Rights Day December 11: International Mountain Day December 18: International Migrants Day December 20: International Human Solidarity Day

Mass Intentions and Mass Offerings

We currently have many days without as-

signed Mass Intentions for the new year. Our

Mass Intention schedule is set on a first come first

serve basis. As determined by Diocesan policy,

the suggested Mass offering is $10; however, no

one will be denied an intention because of inabil-

ity to pay.

The new Code of Canon Law refers to Mass

offerings rather than Mass stipends. This is an

effort to avoid the suggestion of a quid pro quo

exchange of goods for services.

Please be aware that the Diocesan requirements

will take precedence and if Mass is cancelled your

intention will rescheduled.

Everyone is invited to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe . . .

Wednesday, December 12 5:00 AM Mañanitas (songs of praise) (followed by breakfast) 5:45 PM Native dance 6:00 PM Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass (followed by dinner)

Christmas Project Inventory and

Wrapping Day

Saturday, December 7

9am to 3pm Parish Hall

Potluck, featuring chicken chili Nancy 479-633-2002

S t. C A N E R A N E W S

Advent Reflection

Sr. Diane Langford, CDP has been invited to pre-sent an Advent Reflection on Sunday, December 15 from 3:00—5:00 PM in the church. The theme of the reflection is “The Cache of Grace”.

A potluck dinner will follow. The meat course will be prepared by the Knights of Columbus. Please bring side dishes and/or desserts to share.

All are invited to enhance your Advent experience by attending this reflection.

Regional Advent Reconciliation Services

Date Time Parish

December 4 6:30 pm St. Mary’s—Joplin

December 5 6:30 pm St. Ann’s—Carthage

December 9 6:30 pm Sacred Heart—Webb City

December 15 2:00 pm St. Mary’s—Lamar

December 16 6:30 pm St. Canera—Neosho

December 17 6:30 pm Nativity of Our Lord—Noel

To you, I lift up my soul, O my God. In you, I have trusted; let me not be put to shame. Nor let my enemies exult over me; And let none who hop in you be put to shame.

Psalm 25: 1-3

CHRISTMAS PROJECT

REMINDER

Gifts are due FRIDAY, December 6th

Please return unwrapped gifts, in a bag

with the gingerbread man/woman

taped to bag. They may be returned

this weekend, before and after masses,

to table by the tree. Or during the

week, to Debbie in the office. Thank

You!!!!

O come • O come • Emmanuel

R E F L E C T I O N

1st Sunday of Advent

Waiting, even for good things, might not be very pleasant. We always feel certain impatience, particularly if we have been given an approxi-mate time in which things might occur. Waiting also has advantages; it makes us reflect deeply; it intensifies the desire for something to happen; it often makes us reexamine relationships, reasons, and motivations for our wait; and it forces us to prepare. In these preparations—particularly when we wait for the coming of a person we love or the birth of a new family member—the real love that we have for the person expected be-comes very clear. As we prepare, love is likely to grow. Love grows with waiting and preparing. When we are asked for vigilance to wait for the coming of Christ, is not so that we can grow frustrated, but so that we have an opportunity to prepare by reflecting on the person we wait for, while we do good works that invite us to more and more love, and we deepen into the desire for salvation and justice that Christ will bring. It is almost unthinkable that someone would be wait-ing for a loved one by being unfaithful. The same thing happens with the promise of the coming of Christ. Until he comes, let us be watchful, that is, attentive to what in our hearts we consider is God’s desire for us; this way, we will be able to offer him the fruit of our love. To say that Christ is King is to recognize the living Christ—the one who gives us life from the cross—is the Lord we love, listen to, and obey; and he is the only one who can build a kingdom of peace and reconciliation.

This reflection was taken from Nuestra Parroquia.

S t. C A N E R A N E W S

STEWARDSHIP of TREASURE

Collection last week / Colecta de la semana pasada: $ 1,973

Fiscal Year Collection / Colecta del año fiscal $ 52,759

Catholic Charities $ 2,134

Building (M&R) Fund (November) $ 232

Saturday—November 30, 2019

5:00pm +Albert & Evelyn Hamlet (A. Hamlet)

7:00pm +Carlos René Montecinos (P. Mejia)

Sunday—December 1, 2019

8:00am +Don & Dennis Swem (G. Swem)

Monday—December 2, 2019

No Mass

Tuesday—December 3, 2019

8:30am Robert Frederick (R. Frederick)

Wednesday—December 4, 2019

8:30am +All Souls

Thursday—December 5, 2019

9:00am +Gregorio Hoan Kim Bao

Friday—–December 6, 2019

8:30am Nancy Rowse (Rowse)

Saturday—December 7, 2019

5:00pm +Josephine Nault (D. Nault)

7:00pm +Nicolasa Rodriquez (A. Sollenberger)

Sunday—December 8, 2019

8:00am +Concepcion Fernandez (A. Sollenberger)

S T E W A R D S H I P

Diocesan Stewardship Message

It is easy to take for granted that we will be around tomorrow or next week or next year. Those who have serious health issues, or their loved ones – or people who have experienced the sudden loss of a family member or friend tend to view things differ-ently. They have a greater appreciation for each day. Try to look at each day as a gift. You may begin to see life from a new viewpoint and grow in gratitude for the gifts God has given you.

Did you know....

. . .that every pastor offers Mass each Sunday for his parishioners called the Missa Pro Populo that is, "Mass for the people" of the parish. This Mass includes the intentions of all the people of the parish, which includes those who are facing chronic health challenges and those who are homebound and cannot be present for Mass be-cause of those challenges.

ORGANIZATION / GROUP LEADERS

Parish Council: Mark Keaton, President

Parish School of Religion (PSR) Rita Garnett

Knights of Columbus: Bobby Lupini, Grand Knight

Parish Council of Catholic Women (PCCW): Kathy Bartley, President (417) 456-2550

Music Director: Vickie Barnes

Grupo de Oración: Martha Hernandez, Coordinator

Hispanic Committee: Omar Juarez, Coordinator

Children’s Liturgy (Spanish Mass) Rose Heaser

Youth Group: Kevin Linehan

Guadalupana Committee: Barbara Lopez, Coordinator

PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS RECUERDE LAS SIGUIENTES

PERSONAS EN SU ORACIÓNES:

Dorothy Mulik, Nettie Bradley, Mike Cashel, Max Major, Nettie Rodriguez,

Sue Gilbreth, George Busteed, Margaret Rohr, Yader Mejía, Jr.

Clarence Nowak, Judy Perch Rose Fox, Ralph Frederick, Barbara Hoyt,

Ingrid Fennessey, Sally Ann Morrow

We also remember in prayer those of our parish family who are battling chronic illnesses and those who are homebound and are no longer able to at-tend Mass due to present health concerns.

Prayer Line

If you have a prayer request, please email it to: Stcaneraprayerline18@gmail.com

Parish Office/Oficina

Monday (lunes) - Friday (viernes) 9:00 AM-Noon / 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

SCRIPTURES for SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT

1st Reading: Isaiah 11:1-10

Responsorial Psalm: 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17

2nd Reading: Romans 15:4-9

Gospel: Matthew 3:1-12

SCRIPTURES for WEEKDAYS

Mon: Isaiah 4:2-6 Psalm: 122:1-9

Matthew 8:5-11

Tues: Isaiah 11:1-10 Psalm: 72:1-2,7-8,12-13,17

Luke 10:21-24

Wed: Isaiah 25:6-10a Psalm 23:1-6

Matthew 25:14-30

Thurs: Isaiah 26:1-6 Psalm 118:1,8-9,19-21,25-27

Matthew 7:21, 24-27

Fri: Isaiah 29:27-24 Psalm 27:1, 4, 12-14

Matthew 9:27-31

WEEKLY SCRIPTURE READINGS

SCRIPTURES for FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT

1st Reading: Isaiah 2:1-5

Responsorial Psalm: 122:1-9

2nd Reading: Romans 13:11-14

Gospel: Matthew 24:37-44

PARISH STAFF

Pastor: Rev. Samson Dorival, SMM (417) 451-3411

Administrative Assistant / Bookkeeper: Debbie Gorham (417) 451-3411

COMING EVENTS

Thursday, December 5 Knights of Columbus Meeting

Saturday, December 7 Christmas Project Wrapping Party

Saturday & Sunday, December 7-8 Youth Group Bake Sale

Monday, December 9 Mass (6 PM) Immaculate Conception of Mary

Wednesday, December 11 PCCW gathering (in Rock House)

Thursday, December 12 Mañanitas (4 am) followed by breakfast

Native Dance (6 pm) followed by Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass

Find bulletins, schedules, and information on

St. Canera’s website: www.canera.org