The word advent derives from a Latin word, adventus, that means “arrival” or “appearance.” The Directory on Popular Piety and the Liturgy, a document of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Saints, says of Advent,

Advent is a time of waiting, conversion and of hope: waiting-memory of the first, humble coming of the Lord in our mortal flesh; waiting-supplication for his final, glorious coming as Lord of history and universal judge; conversion, to which the liturgy at this time often refers, quoting the prophets . . . joyful hope that the salvation already accomplished by Christ . . . and the reality of grace in the world, will mature and reach their fullness, thereby granting us what is promised by faith (96). 
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Every Parish in the Diocese of Lafayette will have confessions during Advent.  Here is the schedule for our church parishes.  Come and celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation.  

ST. JOSEPH

 Drop off  donations at the St. Joseph rectory, mail in, or place in the collection basket during mass, or ONLINE

st. rose of lima

Make your donation by bring to the St. Rose of Lima rectory, mail in, or place in the collection basket during mass.

The Advent Giving Tree is located at the entrance of St. Joseph Church.  All are invited to particpate.  Stop by Church to pick up your ornament and help the needy in our community.