FINANCE COMMITEE CORNER Last Sunday $7,193 was received in the offertory baskets at Mass and $4,040 was received through WeShare, for a total of $11,233. Thank you for so generously giving to our regular collection.
THE BLESSED SACRAMENT ANNUAL COAT DRIVE in cooperation with
NEW YORK CARES WEEKEND OF DECEMBER 1st and 2nd, 2018.
The Social Action Committee and the many volunteers will accept GENTLY USED COAT DONATIONS , INCLUDING CLEAN BABY'S AND CHILDREN'S COATS at the entrance of the church before and after each of the Masses of December 1st and 2nd.
PLEASE, let us make this a HUGE SUCCESS FOR THE NEEDY IN OUR CITY!!! THEATRE 71 AT BLESSED SACRAMENT
The Little Dancer… a holiday family musical will have its world premiere on Saturday December 1st at 11a.m. and 1 pm at Theatre 71 here at Blessed Sacrament and continue through December 31st prior to it’s world tour.
The Little Dancer tells the heart-warming story of the most famous dancer in the world – Marie Van Goethem, who served as the model for Edgar Degas’ one and only sculpture.
Broadway Veteran and Parishioner Richard Vida, directs the show featuring a cast of 5 New York actors as well as 31 members of the Commonwealth Youth Choirs who make up the “Musical Theatre Geek Chorus.”
This holiday show has it all – a delightful story, singing, dancing, art, all wrapped into one hour of theatrical magic. Kids, parents and grandparents will leave the theatre humming the catchy, toe tapping tunes and filled with the spirit of season.
Tickets can be purchased at https://www.thelittledancermusical.org/
YOUTH CHOIR FOR 5:45 CHRISTMAS EVE FAMILY MASS Children (from grade 3 up) and Teenagers are invited to JOIN the CHRISTMAS EVE YOUTH CHOIR which sings at the 5:45 pm (previously at 5:30) Christmas Eve Family Mass. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays November 20 at 5-6 in the Rectory and Wednesdays November 28, December 5,12,19 at 4-5 pm in the Church and Thursday Dec. 20 6:30-7:30 in the Church. We have varied the days/times for those who want to participate but have schedule conflicts.
The Parent Permission Form to sign up can be found on the Sunday School website under the YOUTH CHOIR tab. (www.blessedsacramentsundayschool.org) or you can pick up the form at the rectory office. Please call Tina Silvestro if you need more information 212-877-3111.
LECTOR/EUCHARISTIC MINISTER TRAINING This Sunday, November 18 th at 1:45pm.
Become more involved in the Mass. We are in need of more Lectors to minister the Word and Eucharistic ministers. If you have a love for Scripture and would like to serve as a lector or would like to administer Communion to your fellow parishioners as a Eucharistic minister, please come to the training session.
Email Kimberley LaMarque Orman ([email protected]) or Thomas Davis ([email protected]) with any questions.
Ensuring Quality Housing & Support for NYS Metal Health Housing Programs
An Educational & Organizing Forum
Thursday, November 15th at 5:00PM
Doors open at 4:30pm
Location: Gustavo Adolphus Lutheran Church
155 East 22nd Street
Hosted by Pastor Chris Mietlowski
Join supportive housing providers, faith leaders, elected officials & advocates in NYC as they discuss the importance of adequately funding Mental Health Housing Programs across New York State.
Contact Carla Rabinowitz at 212-780-1400 x7726 or [email protected] for more information
THE 2018 JOY J BROADWAY WALK On December 8th, The Joy J Initiative will hold its second Annual Broadway Walk to raise money and awareness to help the homeless of NYC. Donations from last year's walk mobilized over 500 volunteers who distributed more than 15,000 essential items to 1,200 homeless people. This year we plan to help even more people.
To register, donate of for further information:
Please visit www.joyj.org or email: [email protected] or call 1800-450-0358
FAMILY MINISTRY Saturday, Dec 1 @ 5PM - Family Advent Wreath Making Event This is a great way to spend a cold Saturday afternoon with the family. Come join us for cookies & hot chocolate while making your own Family Advent Wreath. Kids will have fun doing crafts that teach the meaning of Advent and each family will also take home an advent calendar to countdown the days until Christmas.
For more information or questions on the Family Ministry, please reach out to Thu Nguyen, Director of Family Ministry, at [email protected] GAY FELLOWSHIP THANKSGIVING POTLUCK DINNER For all members of the Gay Fellowship and those interested in becoming a member, we welcome everyone to a Thanksgiving Pot-luck on Sunday evening, November 18th after the 5:30PM Mass on the 2nd floor of the rectory. Should you like to attend, we ask that you contact Chris Williams to RSVP and tell him what you will bring to share; phone: (304) 377-1252 or email: [email protected] We look forward to seeing you then!
BETHLEHEM O HANDICRAFTS From the birthplace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Christian community is seeking your love and support through obtaining their handmade olive wood religious articles. These items will be displayed at the church after all masses this weekend, November 17th and 18th. Your help can and will make a difference in the lives of your brothers and sisters in Bethlehem.
The Theater of Light Inc., a professional theater company that produces new plays. has a gift for all the adults of Blessed Sacrament Parish: free tickets for yourself and your guests. The Theater of Light mission is to use the Power of Theater to Inspire, Encourage, and Empower as they entertain. Performances will be held in Theatre 71 below the church, November 4 at 3:30pm. We hope you enjoy the show!