Lord, as we embark on this new year, we lift up to you, our loved ones, our communities, and the
world. May your peace reign in our hearts and in the hearts of all people.
PREPARING TO WELCOME, 2025! BEGINNING A NEW YEAR IN FAMILY FAITH FORMATION! There is much to look forward to as
we usher in 2025. Epiphany celebrations, preparation for sacraments, and sacramental ceremonies, and many gatherings. The Holy Spirit is always present, but as we focus our preparation, pray that we pay even closer attention to the ways the Spirit guides us in our lives.
MANY THANKS to all community members who have assisted with, and participated in, our 2024 FFF events - you are truly
appreciated!
IMPORTANT DATES - please add all gathering dates to your calendars!
FAMILY GATHERING #4 (Epiphany celebrations and cupcakes!):
· Jan. 5 (5PM) at St. John’s - pizza night!!
· Jan 12 (9AM) at St. James - Oven French toast and fresh fruit!
1ST RECONCILIATION/1ST EUCHARIST FOCUSED PREPARATIONS:
· Sunday, Jan. 5 at St. Joseph’s: 9:15AM – 10:45AM mass
(Spanish or St. John’s evening mass may be attended instead).
RETREAT (Mrs. Valley’s class):
· Saturday, Jan. 25, 11AM - 2PM at St. John’s, Mrs. Valley’s class only.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES - Come one, come all!
· Jan 4: Epiphany cupcake ‘bakery’: St. John the Baptist 11AM - 1:30PM.
· CONFIRMATION CLASS - PLEASE ATTEND CUPCAKEMAKING SESSION ON JAN. 4 AT ST. JOHN’S AS A SERVICE OPPORTUNITY!
· Jan. 30: Sidewalk Warriors: We are preparing bagged lunches and delivering/distributing them as part of our faith commitment to feed the hungry. Food prep: St. John’s from 3- 4PM, depart, deliver & distribute to Troy by 5PM. Many handsmake more food!
· Rotary club winter drive 2025 - please donate new socks, hats, or mittens/gloves for any age! Boxes will be in each parish after Jan 5. Collections accepted throughout Jan & Feb.
Direct questions regarding any events to Ann Valley CCNCCformation@gmail.com or 518-758-1828.
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