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St. Andrew the Apostle Friday Flash | December 10th, 2021

Friday Flash

December 10, 2021

NOVEMBER FINANCIAL UPDATES

As we get closer to the birth of our Lord and Savior and deeper with our preparations for this great occasion, I pray that we are all enjoying the abundant blessings of our loving Father. To those of our parishioners who have lost a dear one during the past month and most recently this month, please accept our sympathy and condolences and prayers for the repose of their souls. And, to those who are battling various serious sicknesses including COVID, please be assured of our prayers for strength and healing. As you battle these challenges, use them as an opportunity to level the hills and fill the valleys of your lives so that through them, the newborn child we are preparing to receive may enter and transform your sufferings into joy.

At the close of last month, November 30th, we had a very moving 35th anniversary of our parish, St. Andrew the Apostle. During that very inspiring liturgy, we were given the opportunity of venerating the relic of our patron saint, Andrew. As we reflect on what the good Lord is doing for us through our parish, let us be grateful for our patron saint who provides us with a great example of generosity and devotion to emulate. On my part, I thank God for each and every one of you in this great parish and will do my best to serve you and our parish to the best of my ability! Thank you also to our pastoral council who provided us with the delicious cake and refreshment after the Mass. Thank you!

Now, find below the financial comparison for the months of November 2020/2021:

NOVEMBER 2020 FINANCIAL SUMMARY

OPERATING

PLATE INCOME BUDGET-INCOME EXPENSES

$103,287.88 $103,333.33 $96,863.76

MAINTENEANCE & DEVELOPMENT

INCOME BUDGET-INCOME EXPENSES

$6,108.00 $7,083.33 $8,832.06

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

INCOME BUDGET-INCOME EXPENSES

$6,029.00 $8,183.33 $6,972.10

NOVEMBER 2021 FINANCIAL SUMMARY

PLATE INCOME BUDGET-INCOME EXPENSES

$112,789.84 $104,833.33 $118,699.46

MAINTENEANCE & DEVELOPMENT

INCOME BUDGET-INCOME EXPENSES

$8,912.50 $7,083.33 $2,708.50

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

INCOME BUDGET-INCOME EXPENSES

$6,808.00 $6,980.00 $6,972.10

Again, I thank you very much for your support to our parish. As you can see, we are still short of meeting our budget from our plate income. So, as I did last month, would you consider increasing your weekly/monthly donation by just 5% if you have not yet done so?

Also, find below the words of gratitude from the executive director of E3 Africa on behalf of his organization for your generous support this past weekend. He writes:

“Thank you, dear parishioners of St. Andrew!

Through your generosity, E3 Africa was able to raise over $3,000 and have 5 children’s education sponsored last weekend! These great acts of generosity will help us continue to support children less fortunate than us in Uganda. These children will also receive the lovely news that they are loved and being cared for, this Christmas season from your support! The school will continue to be developed and we will be able to help more than 500 students next school year!

None of this could have been possible without the love from you all at St. Andrew. So, from the bottom of my heart, thank you all, and may God bless you this Christmas season.

Sincerely,

Michael Scaramella

Executive Director of E3 Africa “

- Fr. Robert

Parish Council will be hosting Journey to Bethlehem on Saturday, December 11th following the 5:00pm Mass.

Right after The Knights of Columbus will be serving Hot Dogs, Hot Coco and Candy Canes along with Movie Night inside the Hall.

Come join us December 11th at 6:30 p.m. in the Youth and Young Adult Center,

as we delve into the rich history of Advent together, and glean insights as to how the Lord is asking us to journey to Bethlehem this Advent season.

St. Andrew the Apostle will be having a penance service on Tuesday, December 14th, at 7:00pm.

Bereavement Support Meeting

Thursday December 16th, 7:00pm Room A

Have you moved? Changed your phone number?

Please contact Mary at Finance@standrewchandler.com
To update your information

Public Masses are now offered

Monday - Saturday | 8:30am

Wednesday | 6:30pm

Saturday | 5:00pm

Sunday | 7:00am, 10:00am, 2:00pm

Daily Mass on Tuesday and Thursday, as well as Sunday Masses at 10:00am and 2:00pm are also streamed on Facebook

We are in great need of your continued support. Please consider making a gift to support continued ministry at Saint Andrew the Apostle. Please visit Faith Direct: https://membership.faithdirect.net/AZ973 or click the banner above.

Thank you for your Generosity!