ADVENT AT ST. HENRY
As the days grow shorter in various regions around the globe, we enter a time of reflection and waiting in preparation. This liturgical period is known as Advent, during which we eagerly look forward to the birth of Jesus. Additionally, it marks the beginning of the new liturgical year. Throughout Advent, we experience a renewed sense of hope and anticipation for the arrival of Jesus.
Giving trees - tags available
November 29 through December 7
Spread the joy of the Christmas season and select a tag from one of our Social Action Giving Trees. Tags will go up on the trees at the church entrances on November 29 and will be available for selection through December 7. Each tag will have a wish list of items for one of the charitable organizations supported by our Social Action Ministry. Our Social Action team will collect your donated items at the church on the weekend of December 13-14 at all weekend Masses.
To learn more about these organizations visit: https://www.sthenry.org/social-action.
CHRISTMAS MEMORIALS
Remember your loved ones this Christmas
If you would like to honor a loved one this Christmas, consider a donation to our flower fund. On Christmas Eve, St. Henry will become a beautiful display of Christmas cheer as poinsettias are spread throughout the church, narthex and fellowship hall. A booklet with the names of those memorialized will be available at the Christmas Masses on the information stations around the church. Please send in your memorial requests by December 15. Fill out your memorial form online HERE.
eucharistic adoration w/contemporary music
Monday, December 1, 2025 at 7 p.m. in the Church
St. Henry Church will provide a special opportunity to engage in an hour of Eucharistic Adoration accompanied by music from our own talented Patrick Murphy. For several years, Patrick's incredible voice and beautiful piano style have been a cherished gift to our parish. Join us to embrace the presence of Jesus at this memorable event.
HOLIDAYS IN THE VUE PARADE
Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10 a.m. on Hwy 70 in Bellevue
St. Henry Church is so excited to have a float in the first “Holidays in the Vue” Bellevue Parade! You will see over 60 participants including Santa Claus!
The parade is a family-oriented event for the Bellevue community and designed to celebrate December holidays and observances, including Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa.
To see the parade route and to find out more visit: www.holidaysinthevue.com
ADVENT PENANCE SERVICE
Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. in the Church
Reconciliation is an essential part of the Catholic Faith. By acknowledging our shortcomings and pursuing forgiveness from God and others, we foster spiritual growth and reinforce our commitment to Christian values.
At this special penance service on December 11 at 5:30 p.m., we ready ourselves for the opportunity for private confession and absolution with song, prayer and scripture. Several priests from the Diocese of Nashville will be present to hear confessions.
Knights blood drive
Sunday, December 14, 2025 from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the School Dining Hall
Give something that means something this Advent and donate blood through the American Red Cross. Sign up for your donation appointment online HERE.
A WALK THROUGH BETHLEHEM
Sunday, December 14 from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall and Narthex
If you haven't experienced St. Henry's A Walk Through Bethlehem, be sure to save Sunday, December 14 on your calendar. Beginning outside the fellowship hall, this captivating event recreates Bethlehem during the time of Jesus' birth, featuring live animals, a census taker, and Roman soldiers. Visitors can sample food at the Bethlehem Inn, watch pottery being made, and enjoy children's activities. The experience culminates at a live Nativity scene with a choir singing in the Narthex. This is a cherished St. Henry tradition that you won't want to miss!
COAT DRIVE: Donate any new or gently used coats or jackets. There is a need for all sizes and weights of outerwear. This will benefit Room in the Inn, St. Vincent de Paul and other organizations. Thank you for helping!
RECONCILIATION
Saturday, December 20 | 3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
All three of our St. Henry priests will be available to hear confessions on this day. This is a great opportunity for reconciliation before Christmas.
DECK THE HALLS & CHURCH
Sunday, December 21 after 11 a.m. Mass
The whole family is welcome to stay after Mass and help move poinsettias from the fellowship hall to the church and narthex. With many hands, this will only take a few minutes! Watch the church transform into a beautiful display of red and green just in time for Christmas Masses!
CHRISTMAS MASS TIMES
Christmas Eve - Wednesday, December 24 at *4 p.m., 6:30 p.m., and 10 p.m.
(all Christmas Eve Masses will be livestreamed)
*Children’s Mass - 4 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Before this Mass, Father Eric will bless the nativity in the narthex. The children will be invited to the altar steps for a story during the homily, and our talented Children’s Choir will enhance the Mass with their angelic voices. We expect this service to be busiest of all the Christmas Masses. Come early for the best seats, but please make room for others as the church fills up.
Christmas Morning - Thursday, December 25 at 9 a.m.
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