San Carlos is going to share a taste of their Marian devotion at Our Lady of the Rosary on Saturday, December 9, at a 6:00 pm bilingual Mass. This is an especially nice opportunity since they gave OLR an image of Our Lady of Guadalupe in October. Following Mass that evening there will be a simple reception. In preparation for this Mass, Fr. Mike will offer a video and talk called “Getting To Know Our Lady of Guadalupe” on Friday, December 1, 7:00 - 8:00 pm during the regularly scheduled Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. In addition to the video, he’ll share a bit more about customs and how he, himself, has benefited from participating in these devotions over the years.

Our regional Advent/First Reconciliation service will be celebrated at St. James of the Valley this Tuesday, December 5, beginning at 7:00 pm. Everyone is welcome! Regional Advent Reconciliation Tuesday, December 5 7:00-8:30 pm St. James of the Valley Parish Advent Reconciliation/With Exposition Wednesday, December 13 6:30 pm—8:00 pm Our Lady of the Rosary Wednesday, December 20 6:30 pm—8:00 pm St. Matthias the Apostle

Deacon Walt will be leading the Advent Gospel reflections this Advent season. These reflections will take place on Monday evenings beginning November 27 at 7:00 pm in the Gathering room at Our Lady of the Rosary and Wednesday afternoons beginning November 29 at 2:30 pm in the St. James conference room.

Regional Thanksgiving Mass Thursday, November 23, 9:00 am Our Lady of the Rosary WWPR Offices Closed Thursday & Friday, November 23 & 24 Getting to Know Our Lady of Guadalupe Friday, December 1, 7:00 pm Our Lady of the Rosary WWPR Advent Reconciliation Service Tuesday, December 5, 7:00 pm St. James of the Valley Bilingual Mass/Misa En Espanol & Ingles Saturday, December 9, 6:00 pm Our Lady of the Rosary

On September 27, 2017, Pope Francis launched a two-year campaign of solidarity with migrants, called “Share the Journey.” In response, the Archdiocese of Cincinnati is joining with all the Roman Catholic dioceses of Ohio as well as other Catholic, faith-based and community partners to urge Congress to pass the DREAM Act or similar legislation protecting young immigrants.  Please click title for more information.

The St. James Health & Wellness committee is sponsoring a Fall Prevention Program on Tuesday, November 7, at 7:00 pm in the St. James Media room. All are welcome! During the approximately two-hour presentation, OLR parishioner Andy Beardslee and his assistant from Premier Physical Therapy will be addressing the topic and providing strategies to prevent falls and injuries. There will be interactive demonstrations with talks about different types of chair exercises. The Health & Wellness committee will provide water and healthy snacks. An RSVP is not necessary, but appreciated so we can plan for refreshments. Please contact: [email protected].

St. James of the Valley will host an offering for Priestly and Religious Vocations. Together we will read the entire Bible in nine days. All are invited to use this time for personal reflection. Who does God want you to be? November 4 – November 12 8:00 am – 8:00 pm daily Reading takes place in the Chapel. To join us as a reader, sign up online by visiting http://www.fiveminutechurch.net/bible-reading-novena.html. Click the “sign-up” button, which takes you to the schedule on Sign-up Genius. Select the times you are available. Anyone may read. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Come join us in prayer! For more information, visit www.fiveminutechurch.net. Questions? Email [email protected].