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In Blaise Pascal’s work, Pensees, he says: “What else does this craving, and this helplessness, proclaim but that there was once in man a true happiness, of which all that now remains is the empty print and trace? This
he tries in vain to fill with everything around him, seeking in things that are not there the help he cannot
find in those that are, though none can help, since this infinite abyss can be filled only with an infinite and immutable object; in other words by God himself.”
We have a difficult time accepting that fulfillment and happiness are not achieved by our own merits but
through a relationship with God. We are hardwired for this relationship and it is in our DNA. The simple fact is that we come from God and are designed to return to God. If our beginning and our end define who
we are, why would we not want to seek the One who can truly satisfy? The world does not realize that it is
waiting. It is waiting for the birth of God in time, within one’s soul and in eternity. We get so confused by seeking other momentary satisfactions that we misinterpret the hunger within. We crave God.
The union of God and humanity, revealed in Jesus Christ, is precisely what sets us on a straight path, or-
ders our relationships, establishes proper focus and goals and tells us whose kingdom we really are meant to serve. We are so lost. God is with us. The prophet Nathan told this to King David, the angel said this to Mary
and the birth of Christ brings this Good News to us. We do not need to be
busily looking for more things but must learn to find contentment and bless-ing in the One Presence. This is the beautiful simple message of Advent!
If you are feeling unsettled, anxious, angry, disgruntled, disconnected, un-
happy, worried, fearful, off center, becoming overly self-indulgent, unable to spend time alone and without distraction, then there’s a good chance you
are lost. Now is the time to allow God to find you! Ponder the holy simplicity
of Mary’s call to be the Mother of God. “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.” When we are helpless
and at home with our emptiness, God will fill us. Our Savior has come.
PRESENTATION OUR LADY OF VICTORY PARISH DETROIT, MICHIGAN
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT DECEMBER 20, 2020
THE GOOD NEWS
PRAYER DURING THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC
O clement, O loving, O sweet Mother Mary, We, your children of every nation, turn to you in this pandemic.
Our troubles are numerous; our fears are great. Grant that we might deposit them at your feet,
Take refuge in your Immaculate Heart, And obtain peace, healing, rescue, and timely help in all our needs.
You are our Mother. Pray for us to your Son. Amen.
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Sunday, December 20 Fourth Sunday of Advent
2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16 Rom 16:25-27
Lk 1:26-38
Monday, December 21 Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a
Lk 1:39-45
Tuesday, December 22
1 Sm 1:24-28
Lk 1:46-56
Wednesday, December 23
Mal 3:1-4, 23-24 Lk 1:57-66
Thursday, December 24
Christmas Eve Night Is 9:1-6
Ti 2:11-14 Lk 2:1-14.
Friday, December 25
Christmas Day Is 52:7-10
Heb 1:1-6 Jn 1:1-18 or Jn 1:1-5, 9-14
Saturday, December 26
Acts 6:8-10; 7:54-59 Mt 10:17-22
Sunday, December 27 Feast of the Holy Family
Sir 3:2-6, 12-14 or Gn 15:1-6; 21:1-3
Col 3:12-21 or 3:12-17 or Heb 11:8, 11-12, 17-19 Lk 2:22-40 or 2:22, 39-40
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Requested by Melanie Holland
† PRAYER LIST †
Naomi Anderson, Maeola Blackmon, Wayne Bradley, Fr. Burr, Nancy Burr, Sarah Diggs, Ruth Donaldson, Wesley Duggan, Marjorie Greene,
Darlene Harris, Caldonia Ingram, Jerree Martin, Emily McGhee, Marsha Price, Priscilla Propson,
Doris Robinson, Mary Elizabeth Robinson, Deacon Sanders, Alexander Stubbs Jr.,
Edward Sutton, Monika Uriel, Marilyn Worde, Mark Worde
Please help us keep our information
up-to-date calling 313.255.9000
THIS WEEK’S MASS INTENTION
Sunday, December 20th
CHRISTMAS MASS SCHEDULE ____________________________________________
Presentation Our Lady Of Victory
CHRISTMAS DAY 9:00am Mass
Bishop Gerard Battersby, Presider
St. Scholastica Parish
Christmas Eve 4:30pm Mass
Christmas Day 12:00pm Mass
(Prelude music begins 30 minutes before each liturgy)
Richard Whitters
Father of Mark Whitters passed away on December 12, 2020. Please keep Mark and his
family in your prayers.
We apologize for anyone’s birthday that was overlooked these past few months. Our ‘Birthday Card Elf” has been out of commission and has been surely missed. Starting in January, names will appear in the bulletin who are celebrating during each of the coming months. May you have many blessings and the best of things. And we wish you Faith, Hope, Love & Happiness. Happy Belated Birthday!!
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THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT
Presentation Our Lady of Victory’s
“TASTE OF HEAVEN”
COOKBOOK
We have a limited amount, so don’t wait!
Special thanks to our own Shirley Slaughter, author of Our Lady of Victory: The Saga of an African-American Catholic Community. Shirley’s book was originally published in June 2007. To celebrate Black Catholic History Month in November, Shirley gave a brief overview on Anna “Madre” Bates at our 11:30 am Mass on November 22. Well done Shirley!
It’s making a comeback!!! The 2016 edition that is filled
with recipes from all of our parishioners, is made availa-
ble to you! What once sold at $10.00 , can now become
yours to keep or give away for a donation amount of your
choice! Buy them on Sunday at Mass. OR…...Stop by the
Office, call 313.255.9000 or 586.596.2089.
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Presentation Our Lady of Victory Church is an urban parish that strives to proclaim the Good News of Christ and the beliefs of the Roman Catholic faith, focuses on increasing our love for God through worship;
serves as stewards in the community and continues the ministry of Jesus Christ through prayer and evangelization.
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CATHOLIC RESOURCES
† Ave Maria Radio - 990 am
†Catholic Connection—Teresa Tomeo Monday-Friday 8am-10am
† Christ is the Answer-Fr. John Riccardo
Monday-Friday 11am
† Kresta in the Afternoon-Al Kresta
Monday-Friday 4pm-6pm
† EWTN Global Catholic Radio Open Line Monday-Friday 3pm
† Catholic Answers
Monday-Friday 6pm-8pm 990 am / 130 Sirius XM Satellite Radio
JAMES H. COLE FUNERAL HOME
Main Chapel 2624 West Grand Blvd
313.873.0771
Northwest Chapel 16100 Schaefer 313.835.3997
PRESENTATION OUR LADY OF VICTORY PARISH Reverend Stephen Burr, Pastor
Reverend Mr. Hubert Sanders, Pastoral Administrator
PARISH OFFICE Ms. Jeanine Murphy
Telephone: 313.255.9000 or 586.596.2089 / Email: [email protected]
IN OFFICE HOURS: Monday & Thursday 9am - 5pm / AT HOME HOURS: Tuesday & Friday 9am - 5pm &ALWAYS AVAILABLE 24/7 AT 586.596.2089 or [email protected]
EMERGENCY CONTACT: 586.596.2089 or 313.330.1332
OFFICE LOCATION AND MAILING ADDRESS 17305 Ashton Avenue † Detroit MI 48219 (located on North East side of Convent)
CHURCH/CHAPEL LOCATION: 8201 W. Outer Drive Parish Website: www.presentationourladyofvictory.org
COORDINATOR CONTACTS Sacristan: Ms. Mary Maurant
Music Minister: Mr. Brown W. Leonard
Religious Education: Mrs. Wanda Sanders
Adult Formation: Reverend Mr. Hubert Sanders Minister of Service: Mrs. Gail Bond, Mr. Michael Heard, Mr. Bob Thomas
Ushers Ministry: Mr. Anthony Timbers
Worship: Mr. Michael Heard
St. Vincent de Paul Society: Ms. Monika Uriel
50 & Over Group: Mrs. Gail Bond/Mrs. Wesley Duggan
Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary, Court #189: Ms. Monika Uriel
PARISH COUNCIL Gail Bond, Chairperson ~ Robert Thomas, Secretary
Stacey Dick, Jesse Goodwin. Belinda Danzy, Monika Uriel
FINANCE COUNCIL Jonathan Sanders, Chairperson, Anthony Timbers, Michael Vincent
ORGANIZATIONS Ushers, Adult Choir, 50 & Over Club, F.I.T.T. Ministry,
Youth Ministry, St. Vincent DePaul, Junior Daughters, Knights & Ladies of Peter Claver
SACRAMENTS Reconciliation: One half hour before Sunday Mass or by appointment
Baptism: Please contact the Parish Office Marriage: Weddings must be arranged at least six months in advance
