first mass on the Solemnity of our lord Jesus Christ, King of the universe (nov. 23rd)
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Timeline to launch:
Note: What does it mean for the Handmaids to "serve" at a Mass? Not altar serving, but: + Preparation of flower arrangements prior to the Mass + Care of linens prior to the Mass + Junior sacristan duties at the Mass + For those in the schola: to sing at the Mass
10/30 - First Handmaids Chapter Meeting 11/20 - Second Handmaids Chapter Meeting 11/23 - Solemnity of Christ the King; Handmaids serve at the 9am Mass + Handmaids schola sing 12/7 - 1st Sunday of the month: Handmaids serve at the noon Mass 12/11 - Third Handmaids Chapter Meeting 12/21 - 3rd Sunday of the month: Handmaids serve at the 9am Mass 12/24-12/25: Handmaids to serve at the Christmas Eve Mass + Handmaids schola sing
Regular schedule starting in January 2026:
1st Sunday of the Month: Handmaids serve at the noon Mass 3rd Sunday of the Month: Handmaids serve at the 9am Mass 4th Thursday of the Month: Handmaids chapter meeting (in the evening)
Parents, are you ready to register your daughter?
Commitment: Not fully defined yet; 1-2 nights/month for the chapter meeting and schola practice; serve (as sacristan) and/or sing in the schola at the two Handmaids Masses per month; serve/sing at the additional Feasts and Solemnities (e.g. Christmas)