Saint Gertrude Parish
Christmas 2024

The angel said: Do not be afraid, for I bring you Good News, which will be a Great Joy for all: today the Savior is born! (Luke 2:10-11)

Dear parishioners,
This is another Advent we are experiencing together in our parish. I hope that you have been able to live this time of waiting with the attitude of vigilance of which Jesus spoke on the first Sunday of Advent. I hope you have entered into prayerful expectation of Jesus. Or maybe, you have already managed to approach the Sacrament of Reconciliation to be spiritually prepared to receive the Lord. Or maybe, your vigil was attending to the person who needed your help and in him you met the passing Jesus. In fact, there are various ways to respond to Jesus call to be vigilant. But; it may also be that the short Advent time slipped through your fingers and you didn't even have time to get closer to Jesus. However, do not lose hope – take advantage of the days of Advent so that the Lord, when He comes this Christmas, will find you prepared. Below is a plan for Advent and Christmas, which may make it easier for you to participate in Confession and Liturgies of this season. I am also adding an envelope for the Christmas Collection, asking for support in maintaining the parish. By the way, I would like to thank from the bottom of my heart those who responded to my appeal for support from over a month ago. God bless you for your generosity! Finally, I wish you and your families hope for each day, a faith that overcomes every fear and a love that leads to an encounter with Christ in your neighbor.
Wishing You and Your Family Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

Father Krzysztof Pankanin, Administrator and Parish Staff