Schedule of Shrine MaSSeSMon. - Fri. 7:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays

Church of Our Lady of the SnowsSunday 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. (in Spanish)

Church of Our Lady of the SnowsThe Sacrament of Reconciliation is available before each Mass.

Private confessions and guidance available upon request.

SHRINE GIFT SHOP & BOOK STORE, RESTAURANT and HOTEL open daily.

The National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows is open every day to people of all faiths and denominations. It is located in

Belleville, Illinois just 15 minutes from downtown St. Louis, Missouri. ADMISSION IS FREE.

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For more information on these programs or others offered at the Shrine, please visit us online at www.snows.org or call toll-free 1-800-682-2879.

The Advocate News is published four times each year by the Missionary Oblates, National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows • Belleville, IL 62223-1160 • Vol. 19 No. 4 © 2017 Missionary Oblates

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dvocate NewsWinter 2017

Way of LightsFriday, November 17, 2017 – January 1, 20185:00 p.m.

Tails, Trails & TwinklesSunday, December 3, 20175:00 p.m.

Immaculate Conception MassesFriday, December 8, 20177:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.

Las MañanitasLunes, 11 Diciembre9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.Iglesia(Homenaje a la Virgen de Guadalupe con cento y danaza, el Rosario, y dramatzación de las aparciones.)

Misa para Ntra Sra de GuadalupeLunes, 11 Diciembre11:00 p.m.Iglesia(termina la celebración con chocolate caliente y pan dulce)

PosadaDomingo, 17 Diciembre2:00 p.m.Iglesia (antes de Misa, seguida por convivencia)

PosadaMiércoles, 20 Diciembre7:00 p.m.Capilla del Santo Niño de Cebú(Las Posadas es una novena recreando la jornada de María y José a Belén, pidiendo posada y siendo rechazados, luego encontrando posada, canto, villancicos y convivencia – estas dos las patracina el Ministerio Hispano – puede haber más, en casas particulares.)

Christmas MassesSunday, December 24, 20175:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m.Monday, December 25, 20179:30 a.m.

Mary, Mother of God MassMonday, January 1, 20189:30 a.m.

Way of Lights RunSaturday, January 6, 20186:30 p.m.

Heaven, Hell, Purgatory and JudgementSaturday, January 20, 201810:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon

Victorious Missionaries Honor Sr. Josanne Buszek

The Victorious Missionaries (VM) recently honored Felician Sr. Josanne Buszek with the 2017 Fr. John Maronic Award. The award is given annually during the VMs’ National Conference for distinguished service in ministry to people with disabilities and those who share the journey.

The VMs, based at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, are people dedicated to providing spiritual support for all those with disabilities or who are chronically ill and their caregivers. Founded by Fr. John Maronic, O.M.I. it was the first such movement formed by and run by persons with disabilities. Today there are VM chapters throughout the United States.

Sister Josanne was one of the early pioneers of the VM Chapter in Buffalo, New York. She has left a loving mark on the hearts of the sisters in her religious community as well as the disabled living in Buffalo.

Sister Josanne became disabled after falling down 22 concrete steps that caused seven broken vertebrae and a concussion. She has worn a brace for about 20 years.

In spite of her disability, Sr. Josanne has ministered to her beloved sick and elderly sisters in the infirmary for many years. She also opened the Office for the Disabled in the Buffalo Diocese of Western New York, and was the stimulus for many parishes to become wheelchair accessible. More than 150 churches in the Buffalo area are now wheelchair accessible thanks to the efforts of Sr. Josanne.

“The VMs are very close to my heart,” said Sr. Josanne. “May this beautiful organization grow as we all get closer to God.”

SHARING YOUR BLESSINGS…you’ll be feeding hungry children, sheltering the homeless and spreading Christ’s message of hope throughout the world when you “SHARE YOUR BLESSINGS” by remembering the Missionary Oblates in your Will. Our legal title is: Oblate Missionary Society, Inc.

Standing behind Sr. Josanne Buszek, C.S.S.F. are: left to right, Fr. Bill Antone, O.M.I., Sr. Mary Blaise Surlas, C.S.S.F., Bro. Tom Ruhmann, O.M.I. of the Victorious Missionaries and Carol Buchla, president of the Buffalo, NY VM Chapter.

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WAY OF LIGHTS ACTIVITIES

In the Visitors CenterChristmas Tree DisplayCommunity Performances ScheduleWreath Display & Auction

In the Church Parking LotCamel, Donkey & Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Kettle Corn and Refreshments

Carriage RidesSunday through Friday, six-person carriage ride: $65.00Ten-person carriage ride: $100For reservations, call St. Louis Carriage Company at 314-621-3334

In the Guild CenterLego® bricks display featuring Christmas images and a life-size Nativity display $5.00 (4 & up) 3 and under free

Puppet ShowThe Drummer Boy will be presented on Tuesday nights (5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.), Friday nights (6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.) and Saturday nights (5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.). The 30-minute performance is followed by photo opportunities.

Family Night TuesdaysTuesday is a fabulous night to visit the Way of Lights to avoid large crowds and enjoy discounts on activities such as camel rides! Family Night discounts include:

• Kettle Corn – $.50 off any size• Camels – $1.00 off• Lego® Brick Display – $1.00 off adult

and child• Buy one, get one free on carrots to feed

the animalsAs always, enjoy the beauty of the Way of Lights, visit the Christmas Tree Room,

Wreaths and choirs are free of charge!

Tails, Trails and TwinklesSunday, December 3Barket and Expo: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Walk: 5:30 p.m.

Bring your canine friends/family members to enjoy a walk through the lights. During the Barket and Expo, pet-friendly vendors will be on hand with opportunities to shop for your four-legged friends. Photo opportunities with Scotty (Scott Credit Union mascot) will also be available.

Dogs must be on leashes. Sorry pet lovers, dogs only. For more information contact Mary Agnes Schlather at 618-394-6292.

• HOURS •MONDAY through THURSDAY

5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, SATURDAY and SUNDAY 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

CLOSED THANKSGIVING,

CHRISTMAS EVE, CHRISTMAS and NEW YEAR’S DAY.(Outdoor light display

will remain open.)

SpiritualUpcoming

Programs

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30, DECEMBER 7, DECEMBER 14 2:00 p.m – 4:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Shrine Administrative Area

To find out about our family tree, we go to Ancestry.com. To find out about Jesus’

ancestors we go to the genealogy in the Gospel of Matthew. Here we find his relatives with strange-sounding names, like Hezron, Amminadab, Rehoboam, Ahaz and Zerubbabel. And stranger yet is what they contributed to salvation history. For three weeks we will study Matthew chapter 1 and note these strange relatives of Jesus. Please note that because of space limitations, registration is limited to 15 people.

Jesus and His Strange Relatives

Presenter: Fr. Tom Ovalle, O.M.I.,

Shrine Director

$10 per session$30 for the series

An Adult Understanding of the Four Last Things:Heaven, Hell, Judgment

and PurgatoryPresenter:

Fr. John Mark Ettensohn, O.M.I.

11-Day Pilgrimageto Greece and the

Greek IslesThis incredible journey

will cost only $3,789 per person from St. Louis,

Missouri.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 20 10:00 a.m. – 12 noon Guild Center – Cost: $20

We remember what Sister may have taught us in the 5th grade about life

after death. But what is an adult understanding of the Catholic teaching of what we call the “four last things:” Heaven, Hell, Judgment, Purgatory?

APRIL 3 –13, 2018

Join the Missionary Oblates for an 11-Day Journey to Greece and the Greek Isles!

The Oblates will host this once-in-a-lifetime trip to ten Greek cities: Athens, Corinth, Mykonos, Ephesus, Patmos, Crete, Santorini, Delphi, Kalambaka and Thessaloniki. (Air/land tour price is only $3,189 plus $450 government taxes/airline fuel surcharges, $120 port charges and $30 cruise gratuities) Final Payment Due: Friday, December 15, 2017

For a brochure with complete details, contact Mary Agnes Schlather by phone: 618-394-6292 or email: info@snows.org.

Way of Lights Run 5K Competitive Run & 1.5 Mile Fun Walk • Saturday, January 6, 2018

Check-In: 5:00 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. • Run/Fun Walk starts: 6:30 p.m. Run: $30 (after Friday, December 1 … $35) Walk: $20 (after Friday, December 1 … $25)

Packet pick up at the Shrine Visitor Center’s Info Desk: Thursday, January 4 … 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Friday, January 5 … 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Awards: Trophy overall male and overall female Medals to top three males and top three females in each age group

The 5K course is USATF Certified. Athlinks Services Timing provided by Big River Running

For more information contact Mary Agnes Schlather at 618-394-6292 or info@snows.org.

The Annual Way of LightsThe Annual Way of LightsWintertime sparkles at the Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows as the Annual Way of Lights Christmas display illuminates the grounds. Since 1970 the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate have invited one and all to make the Way of Lights a part of their family tradition. This breathtaking display focuses on the birth of Christ, the one true Light of the world.

You may visit the Way of Lights Monday through Thursday, 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. nightly or Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. All activities will be closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas and New Year’s Day, although the outdoor light display will remain open.

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