16November 2025

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

  1. Liturgical Calendar for the Coming Week

    • Monday, November 17 — Memorial of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, Religious, Patroness of the Franciscan Secular Order.
    • Friday, November 21 — Memorial of The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
    • Saturday, November 22 — Memorial of Saint Cecilia, Virgin and Martyr.
    • Sunday, November 23 — Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe.
  2. Important Parish Events

    • Friday, November 21. Following the Evening Mass, from 19:00 to 20:00, we will have Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. We will pray together for Deacon Fakhridin on the eve of his Priestly Ordination. Everyone is invited to join in this prayer.
    • Saturday, November 22, at 12:00 PM. Our Bishop, Jerzy Maculewicz, will ordain Deacon Fakhridin Ibrahimov to the priesthood. This is the second ordination of a local cleric in the history of the Apostolic Administration of Uzbekistan. On this day, at 11:30, the Bishop will meet the pilgrims at the Holy Gate, after which the Ordination Mass will begin at 12:00 PM.
    • Let us offer our sincere prayers for Fr. Fakhridin, for strength in his vocation and fidelity to his chosen path. Everyone is invited to share the joy of this special day at the Holy Mass. Following the Mass, in the St. Anthony Hall, congratulations will be offered by the clergy and faithful from the parishes of Uzbekistan, and refreshments will be served to mark this solemn occasion.
    • Next Sunday, Fr. Fakhridin will celebrate his first Solemn Mass in our church at 12:00 PM. Afterwards, he will impart his First Blessing to all present, a special gift from newly ordained priests.
  3. Schedule of Adoration and Catechesis

    • Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is held every Saturday from 4:30 PM until the start of the Evening Mass.
  4. Fundraising for New Sound System & Thanksgiving

    We sincerely thank everyone who has responded and participated in the fundraising for a new sound system for our church. Following the completion of the collection within our Korean community, a working group will be formed to implement this project. Please continue to pray for our benefactors and for the successful realization of this plan.

    • Anyone who still wishes to contribute may please meet Fr. Michal.
  5. Parish Updates & Reminders

    • November Remembrances: Throughout this month dedicated to the Holy Souls, we continue to pray for our departed loved ones. All submitted intentions are read aloud before the 10:00 Mass, starting at 9:45.
    • Saturday Adoration: Every Saturday, the Blessed Sacrament is exposed for Adoration from 16:30 until the start of the evening Mass.
    • Mass Intentions: Envelopes for Mass intentions are available at the entrance of the Chapel and Church. Kindly complete the required details with your offering ($10 per intention), seal the envelope, and return it to Fr. Michal or the Sacristy.
    • Volunteers for Readings: We are creating a schedule for December. If you are interested in leading the Sunday readings, please contact Rashmi D'Souza at rashmi.dsouza2007@gmail.com to register.
    • Bible Reading Guide: We invite all parishioners to deepen their knowledge of God's Word. The next issue of the parish biblical guide is available for pickup in the Sacristy after Holy Mass. You may also use the USCCB website for daily readings: https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading
    • Stay Updated: To receive the latest schedule and announcements, join our Telegram group by contacting Preeti Lewis (Telegram — @LPreeti).

The Lord be with you!