FAIR TRADE SALE: Beautiful crafts from over 30 developing countries supporting artisans with income, dignity, justice and hope!    December 7th & 8th 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in the St. Patrick-St. Anthony Family Center.

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DAVE RAMSEY FINANCIAL PEACE
SPONSORED BY THE STEWARDSHIP COMMISSION

The Dave Ramsey Financial Peace course will be offered at St. Patrick/St. Anthony starting Thursday, January 9, 2014 at 7 p.m. in the Family Center.  This Dave Ramsey series has helped thousands get out of debt and take control of their finances. 

Cost of the class is $50 per couple or single person for St. Pat/St. Anthony parishioners. The fee is to cover costs for the workbook and other materials used in the course.  The course is nine weeks, meeting once a week from 7 to 8:30 p.m. starting January 9, 2014. Deadline for signing up is December 17.  Scholarships may be available. 

For more information or to sign up, contact Dick Bullington at 616-842-7136 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

2013 Walk for Warmth will be held Saturday December 7th, 2013

All proceeds will benefit the Grand Haven Salvation Army which serves North Ottawa County by offering transitional housing and emergency housing plus helping people in many other areas.  Special funds towards helping people keep warm and be sheltered in our housing would be a great asset to our service to this community.  The Salvation Army endeavors to make a difference in peoples lives and your assistance is always appreciated.

RACE INFORMATION FLYER:  Walk For Warmth 2013

After many years of planning, St. Patrick – St. Anthony Parish is preparing to embark on a major building project and capital stewardship campaign. Because it’s most important that parishioners know and understand what’s going on, we presented our building plan to parishioners at all Masses during the weekend of November 16/17,

Our parish also plans a feasibility study that seeks the input of all parishioners regarding the building project and capital stewardship campaign. Surveys will soon be mailed to all parishioners. Some parishioners will be asked to participate in personal interviews. Please pray for our parish as we plan for our future!

11/17/13 PowerPoint Presentation: Pastoral Planning 2013

11/17/13 Alive in Christ Booklet: Pastoral Planning 2013 Booklet

Grief Doesn't Take A Holiday!

Are you dreading the upcoming holiday season since the death of your loved one? You are not alone!  "Managing the Holidays After a Death" is a free 30 minute recording designed just for you by Marsha Barnosky, grief coach, counselor and parishioner.  Learn how  to manage the the holiday expectations others have for you as well as your own, make plans for difficult days,find  ways to honor your loved one during the  season, and more.  Go to  www.marshabarnosky.com which will bring you directly to the recording page.  Click on the arrow and the recording begins.

JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM

Imagine making the journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem as Mary and Joseph did for the purpose of the census.  You will step back in time to Bethlehem, a living, interactive re-creation of the town as it appeared over 2,000 years ago.  On your outdoor, guided journey, you will encounter shepherds, magi, townspeople, livestock and the imposing Roman Soldiers. You will visit the inn, be turned away, and pointed in the direction of the stable, now holding the MOST PRECIOUS gift of Christmas - the Christ Child.

Again this December, the churches of the Tri-Cities will present the journey to the stable for the entire family, from grandparents to the youngest child.  Will you prayerfully consider lending your time and talent to make this journey happen?

We need you!

Please contact Kim if you have tickets that you purchased but can no longer use.  We do have a waiting list.  Thank you!!

Advent Christmas Schedule 2013