Advent-Christmas News
November 13, 2026Information Regarding the Seasons of Advent & Christmas
Dear Parishioners of St. Francis Xavier,
As we enter Thanksgiving, Advent, Christmas, and the New Year, I am grateful for your faith, generosity, and joyful witness to Christ. May these sacred seasons bring us together in prayer, worship, and fellowship. Below is our schedule of upcoming celebrations and events. Please refer to the parish bulletin for weekly updates.
November 2026
Nov. 21–22: Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe – Giving Tree and St. Hubert Medals distributed at all Masses. *Confessions after 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM Masses
Nov. 25: Thanksgiving Vigil Mass – 5:00 PM.
Nov. 26: Thanksgiving Day – No Mass.
Nov. 28–29: First Sunday of Advent – First weekend with Breaking Bread Hymnals *Confessions after 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM Masses
December 2026
Dec. 3: Feast of St. Francis Xavier – Confessions from 5:00–5:30 PM; Mass at 6:00 PM with the Blessing of Xavier Trees, followed by a reception at the St. Francis Ushers Club.
Dec. 5-6: Second Sunday of Advent – Rite of Acceptance at the 10:30 AM Mass. Confessions after both 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM Masses
Dec. 8: Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception Holy Day of Obligation – Masses at 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM *Confessions following the evening Mass.
Dec. 12: Our Lady of Guadalupe Movie Night -- Following the 6:00 p.m. Vigil Mass
Dec. 12–13: Third Sunday of Advent – Blessing of Baby Jesus at all Masses; Children’s Christmas Program following the 10:30 AM Mass. *Confessions only after 8:00 AM Mass
Dec. 16: Fr. Ben is away leading a parish mission in Wellsville, NY. Therefore, there will not be “The Light Is On” at St. Francis Xavier Parish.
Dec. 17: Follow The Star Christmas Show – 7:00 PM (Music Program by Tennessee Backporch)
Dec. 20: Christmas Decorating – Following the 10:30 AM Mass. All are welcome to assist! *No Confessions after Sunday Masses.
Christmas Mass Schedule
Thursday, December 24th: Christmas Eve - 6:00 p.m.
Friday, December 25th: Christmas Day - Midnight Mass (12:00 a.m.) & 9:30 a.m.
New Year's & Epiphany
Dec. 26–27: Feast of the Holy Family – Blessing of Families at all Masses.
Dec. 31 (Thursday): Vigil of Mary, Mother of God – Confessions from 5:00–5:30 PM; Mass at 6:00 PM.
Jan. 1, 2027 (Friday): Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God – Mass at 9:30 AM.
Jan. 2–3: Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord – Home Blessing Kit available
Jan. 5: Volunteer Appreciation Dinner – 6:00 PM at the St. Francis Ushers Club
Jan. 10 (Sunday): Christmas Undecorating – Following the 10:30 AM Mass. All are welcome to assist!
Sacrament of Reconciliation
In addition to our regular Saturday Confessions, we will offer additional opportunities to receive God's mercy during Advent.
Regular Confessions
- Every Saturday: 5:00–5:30 PM
Additional Confession Opportunities
- November 22 (Sunday): After 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM Masses
- November 29 (Sunday): After 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM Masses
- December 3 (Thursday): 5:00–5:30 PM
- December 6 (Sunday): After 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM Masses
- December 8 (Tuesday): Following 6:00 PM Mass
- December 13 (Sunday): After 8:00 AM Mass only
- December 31 (Thursday): 5:00–5:30 PM
Please note: There will be no "The Light Is On" Confessions on December 16 due to Fr. Ben leading a parish mission in Wellsville, NY, and no Confessions following Sunday Masses on December 20.
During these wonderful celebrations, please be assured of my prayers for you and your families. May the coming seasons deepen our faith, strengthen our parish family, and draw us ever closer to Jesus Christ.
Fr. Ben Daghir
Pastor, St. Francis Xavier Parish
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