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Dec. 1, 15, 22Blessing of the Advent Christmas SeasonSt. Jean Vianney Church16166 S. Harrell’s Ferry Rd., Baton Rouge6 p.m.Monday nights of Advent reconciliation225-753-7950

Dec. 3, 10, 17Advent Penance ServiceImmaculate Conception Church865 Hatchell Ln., Denham Springs6 – 7:30 p.m.Elaine Matherne 225-665-5359

Dec. 4Advent Penance ServiceSt. Stephen the Martyr Church22494 LA Hwy. 22, Maurepas6 p.m.

Taize Around the CrècheSt. Thomas More Church11441 Goodwood Blvd., Baton Rouge7 – 8 p.m.Candlelight prayer service centered on the crèche of the infant Jesus; meditation hour is filled with song, reflection and prayer to prepare our hearts for ChristmasDina Martinez 225-275-3940

Dec. 5Advent Parish Reconciliation ServiceSt. Mark Church42021 Hwy. 621, Gonzales7 p.m.Area priests along with pastor Father Rubin Reynolds will be available for the sacrament of reconciliationParish office 225-647-8461

Dec. 7, 8, 9Advent MissionSt. Margaret Queen of Scotland Church30300 Catholic Hall Rd., Albany6 p.m.Led by Father Chris Decker, “We Saw the Star At Its Rising Seeking God’s Promise of a Savior Today”Krystal L. Pauli 985-320-7303

Advent MissionSt. Philip Church1175 Hwy. 18, VacherieDec. 7 – 5:30 p.m. beginning with VespersDec. 8 & 9 – 6 p.m. Given by Father Matthew O’DonaldCarol Hymel 225-265-4085

Dec. 9, 10, 11Advent RevivalSt. Augustine Mission Chapel174 LA Hwy. 1003, Klotzville6:30 - 8 p.m.Given by Father Albert Nzeh from Neward, NJ “Giving Revivalist”6:15 p.m. nightly musical prelude by St. Augustine Gospel Choir.Father Gordian Iwuji 985-513-3470

Dec. 10Advent Penance ServiceSt. Ann Church182 Church St., Morganza6 p.m.Retta Ramagos 225-694-3781

Dec. 11Advent Penance ServiceSt. John the Evangelist Church57805 Main St., Plaquemine6:30 p.m.Several priests will be in church to hear confessionsMarsha Dupont 225-687-2402

Latin Prayer and Carol ServiceCatholic High School Union855 Hearthstone Dr., Baton Rouge6 p.m.Catholic High School and St. Joseph’s Academy Latin students and Junior Classical League MembersJanet Vidrine 225-383-0397 ext. 121

Dec. 14Remembering Our Children Candlelight ServiceSt. Alphonsus Liguori Church14040 Greenwell Springs Rd.Greenwell Springs6 p.m.Service for all who have lost a child Candle lit in honor of each child and each family will say the child’s nameJoAnn Stein 225-261-4650

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Eggnog Jello MoldStarr Griza�St. Mary of False River Church, New Roads1 6-oz. lime Jello2 c. boiling water2 c. eggnog1 c. chopped pecans

In large mixing dish, add boiling water and Jello, stir for 2 minutes un-til completely dissolved. Stir in eggnog. Add chopped pecans. Pour into 4-cup mold or bowl and refrigerate over night. Unmold and serve.

Shrimp FettuccineEleanor MitchelSt. Alphonsus Church, Greenwell Springs1 ½ sticks oleo2 onions, chopped3 celery stalks, chopped1 bell pepper, chopped2 Tbsp. parsley, chopped2 garlic cloves, chopped1 pt. half and half cream¾ lb. Velvetta cheese¼ c. flour1 lb. shrimpTony’s Seasoning to taste

1 lb. fettuccini, cooked according to package directions

Melt oleo, sauté seasonings, add flour. Cook on low for 15 minutes. Add shrimp, cheese and half and half. Cook 10 minutes. Add cooked fettuc-cine to above mixture. Pour into cas-serole dish and bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.

White Chocolate Bread Pudding

Connie C. OubreSt. Philomena Church, LabadievillePudding:1 loaf French bread, stale and cut into ½ inch slices3 ½ c. whipping cream⅔ c. milk⅔ c. sugar2 c. white chocolate2 eggs, whole8 egg whitesSauce:1 c. whipping cream1 c. white chocolateTo make pudding:

Lightly spray the bottom of a 4x8

inch baking pan with a vegetable spray. Put one layer of bread slices in bottom of pan.

Heat whipping cream and milk in a pot just until it is ready to boil. Stir in sugar and white chocolate. Turn off heat and continue stirring until white chocolate is melted.

Whisk eggs and egg yolks together in a large bowl until smooth. Slowly pour melted mixture into egg mix-ture, stirring constantly, so as not to let eggs curdle. Continue stirring until well blended.

Pour ½ of the mixture over the first layer of bread. Let bread soak up mixture. Add another layer of bread and pour remaining mixture on top. Use your hands to feel bread to make sure it has soaked up all the mixture and the center is not dry.

Cover with aluminum foil and bake approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour at 375 degrees. The bread pudding is done when the center of the pudding rises.

Remove foil and bake about 5 min-utes longer. Let bread pudding cool and set for about 15 minutes. When

ready to serve, cut in squares or scoop out with ice cream scoop.

To make sauce: Heat whipping cream almost to the

boiling point. Turn off fire and whisk in white chocolate until creamy and smooth. Spoon over bread pudding.

Lemon DessertCarolyn MarchandSt. John the Evangelist ChurchPlaquemineCrust:1 c. all purpose flour½ c. butter, melted½ c. pecans, chopped1 Tbsp. sugar

Combine ingredients and press into a 9x13 pan. Bake 12-15 minutes at 350 degrees. Cool on wire rack.Filling:1 8-oz. cream cheese, softened1 c. powdered sugar12-oz. whipped topping, divided4 c. milk3 pkg. (3-4 oz.) instant pudding mix

Beat cream cheese and sugar. Fold SEE READERS PAGE 10B

Readers share their favorite holiday recipes


This time of year, people fo-cus on giving to others. This usually takes the form of gifts that are given to family and friends, with much time spent on choosing a gift that each per-son will appreciate.

Because of current economic conditions, many people will not be able to give presents nor will they be in a position to receive gifts from those close to them. Many people are in desperate need of the basics of life: food, warm clothing, medication and personal hygiene items.

For those who would like to give a gift to those who are in need, here is a list of some of the charitable efforts that are taking place this holiday season.

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge

The Community ComesTogether for Christmas

Catholic Charities matches individuals and families in need with people who want to provide Christmas for them. Contact Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge 225-336-8700 for information or go to the web-site at catholiccharitiesbr.org.

Keep Christmas Lights Shining Bright

Catholic Charities sponsors this program to help with utili-ty bills of struggling families or individuals during the winter months. Contact Catholic Char-ities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge 225-336-8700, or donate online at catholiccharitiesbr.org.

Good Fellows Good Samaritans

Good Fellows-Good Samar-itans is a volunteer organiza-tion that raises money to deliv-er clothing, gifts and books to needy children in East Baton Rouge Parish. All donations go directly to the children who are determined by their school counselors as being truly in need.

Donations can be sent to Good Fellows-Good Samar-

itans, P.O. Box 3766, Baton Rouge, LA 70821.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Annual Bishop’s Gift Distribution

Children who won’t have the opportunity to sit on Santa’s lap and receive a visit from Santa on Christmas Eve will be able to visit with Bishop Robert W. Muench Saturday, Dec. 20 and receive a gift from him. Many of these children live at the Bishop Ott Homeless Shelter or eat at the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room and depend on St. Vin-cent de Paul for their well-being.

New toys can be dropped off at 220 St. Vincent de Paul Place, Baton Rouge.

St. Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal

Financial support given to St. Vincent de Paul allows the agency to provide food, shelter and health care to thousands of people in need each year.

Contributions can be sent to St. Vincent de Paul, P.O. Box 127, Baton Rouge, LA 70821 or on-line at svdpbr.org.

St. Vincent de Paul Community Pharmacy

Volunteer pharmacists dis-tribute life-sustaining medica-tion to people who cannot afford to purchase what they need. The pharmacy needs over-the-counter medications such as Ad-vil, Motrin, Robitussin, Benad-ryl, Maalox, Mylanta, Tums, Rolaids, Tylenol Extra Strength, Pepcid A-C and Zantac, as well as the generics of these medica-tions.

Donations can be made at the Community Pharmacy, 1647 Convention St., Baton Rouge.

St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room

With the meal count going up at the St. Vincent de Paul Din-ing Room, donated food items are critical to provide a hot meal 365 days of the year. The Din-ing Room is in urgent need of rice, sugar, dry beans, spaghet-

ti, canned vegetables and fruits. During the holiday season, there is also a need for ham, turkey and the trimmings that go with these.

Donations can be made at the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room, 220 St. Vincent de Paul Place, Baton Rouge.

“Taste and See: Food for the Body and Soul” Cookbook

Proceeds from the sale of each cookbook are distributed to the services that are needed at the time. Cookbooks can be purchased at any St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store in Baton Rouge, Hammond, New Roads or Brusly, at the St. Vincent de Paul office, 220 St. Vincent de Paul Place, Baton Rouge, or on-line at svdpbr.org.

Bishop Ott Shelter Collection Campaign

Men’s and women’s toiletry items; bed linens for cribs and twin beds; towels and wash-cloths; all sizes of underwear, clothing and shoes; paper nap-kins, towels and plates; plastic knives, forks, spoons, cups and sandwich bags and drink mix-es are needed year round at the homeless shelters operated by St. Vincent de Paul. Donations can be delivered to the Bishop Ott Shelter, 1623 Convention St., Baton Rouge.

Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank

Donating FoodWhile purchasing food for

a Christmas dinner at a local grocer, pick up a few additional items and place them in the Food Bank Barrel after checking out.

Pierre Pig or Thibodeaux Turkey

A $25 donation will enable the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank to purchase turkeys and hams for those who cannot afford a holiday meal. Donors will receive a Beanie Thibo-deaux Turkey or Pierre Pig as a token of appreciation and a reminder that others will have a

holiday meal because of a caring spirit. Go to brfoodbank.org for the form or call 225-359-9940.

BackPack ProgramBackPacks are filled with

10-12 nutritious food items and then distributed to at-risk chil-dren, who are at risk of miss-ing meals over the weekend or during holidays when they are not in school, enrolled in the program in select elemen-tary schools. The backpacks are discreetly sent home with children as young as pre-K and as old as fifth grade on Friday and returned empty on Mon-day morning. Donations can

be made to the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank, P.O. Box 2996, Baton Rouge, LA 7021-2996 or call (225) 359-9940 ext. 203.

Financial ContributionsA $1 donation to the Greater

Baton Rouge Food Bank pro-vides seven meals to a family or individual in need. Dona-tions can be made any time of year through the website brfood bank.org or by sending a dona-tion to the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank, P.O. Box 2996, Ba-ton Rouge, LA 7021-2996.

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will be at the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room to distribute gifts to homeless and needy children. TOYS ARE NEEDED!

The children served at this event are some of the most vulnerable in our community: children from our homeless shelter who won’t have a chance to sit on Santa’s lap; kids who eat at our Dining Room and depend on our food services for their well being; boys and girls who wouldn’t otherwise receive a Christmas present.

Last Christmas, we provided presents to 1,381 needy children. This year we need your help! We are collecting new toys for children ages infant to 12. You can drop off your toy donation at our main charitable campus located at 220 St. Vincent de Paul Place. Also, you can make a financial gift by sending your contribution to St. Vincent de Paul-Toy Drive, P. O. Box 127, Baton Rouge, LA 70821 or give online at svdpbr.org. For more information, call (225) 383-7837, ext. 201 or visit svdpbr.org.


Blessing of the Advent Christmas Season!

Monday Nights of Advent Reconciliation December 1st, 15th, & 22nd at 6:00pm

Christmas Eve Vigil Masses:

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Christmas Day Masses: Midnight, 8:00am, 10:00am

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St. Jean Vianney Preschool St. Jean Vianney Catholic School

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT Our mission as the Body of Christ in the parish of St. Jean Vianney is to model the love of Jesus by discerning and doing God’s will, con-sciously sharing the Word and Eucharist at worship, educating in faith all ages, evangelizing our parishioners for Christ’s mission, and serving justly God’s people, our sisters and brothers within our parish boundaries, our larger Baton Rouge community, and into the world.

Zydeco ShrimpDON’S Seafood 1 lb. 60/70 count shrimp1 tsp. DON’S All Purpose Seasoning2 c. all-purpose flourEgg wash (1 egg whisked with 1 c. milk)

Lightly season shrimp with DON’S All Purpose Seasoning. Batter seasoned shrimp in flour, then dip in egg wash and back to flour (double batter).

Deep fry in oil at 350 degrees for 4-5 minutes or until the shrimp turn golden brown and begin to float.

Top with DON’S Pepper Jelly Sauce.

Pepper Jelly Sauce2 red bell peppers, seeded and finely chopped½ c. white vinegar1 ¾ c. sugar1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

In a small sauce pot, combine bell peppers, vinegar, sugar and crushed red pepper flakes. Bring to a rolling boil for 4-5 minutes and remove from heat.

Louisiana Crab CakesLouisiana Bayou Bistro1 lb. lump crabmeat, fresh picked2 Tbsp. red bell pepper, diced2 Tbsp. green onion, sliced1 Tbsp. parsley, chopped½ tsp. black pepper¼ tsp. cayenne pepper½ tsp. granulated garlic½ tsp. thyme leaves½ tsp. salt2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice1 Tbsp. yellow mustard⅓ c. mayonnaise1 whole egg½ c. Panko bread crumbs

Panko bread crumbs, as neededClarified butter, as needed

In a mixing bowl, combine all ingre-dients except bread crumbs and mix well.

Add ½ cup bread crumbs and mix well. Form into crab cakes and cover with bread crumbs. In a sauté skillet on medium high heat in clarified butter and pan fry until golden brown. About 2 minutes.

Crab & Gouda SoupCafé Americain4-oz. butter½ c. mirepoix1 c. flour1 qt. heavy cream3 qts. milk1 lb. jumbo lump crab meat1 c. smoked Gouda cheese, shredded1 Tbsp. white pepperSalt to taste

Sauté butter and mirepoix in large pot. Incorporate flour. Add milk and cream slowly. Stir over low heat until begins to thicken. Add pepper, cheese and lump crab meat. Cook for 15 min-utes. Salt to taste.

Crawfish DipHeads & Tails Seafood1 lb. fresh crawfish tails and/or shrimp if desired1 stick butter1 lrg. onion, diced1 med. bell pepper, diced2 cloves garlic, chopped¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped¼ cup fresh green onions, chopped1 8-oz. can cream of shrimp soup8-oz. pkg. cream cheese½ tsp. liquid crab boil1 tsp. Tony’s seasoning Salt, pepper to taste

Sauté onion and bell pepper in but-ter, until wilted. Add garlic, parsley, green onions, crawfish tails – which may be chopped if desired – and sea-soning. Simmer on medium heat for 12-15 minutes.

In a separate pot, blend soup and cream cheese, stirring often until blend-ed smooth. Stir in crawfish tails, vegeta-bles and seasoning.

Serve with your favorite chips or toasted pita bread. Can serve hot or cold.

Makes 3 cups.

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Nov. 28 – Dec. 30ZooLights BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo3601 Thomas Rd., Baton RougeLights and traditional holiday displays$3 – $5 AdmissionClosed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Nov. 30A Swingin’ ChristmasSt. Joseph Cathedral401 Main St., Baton Rouge7 p.m.Catholic High School and St. Joseph’s Academy Jazz Band and Percussion Ensemble ConcertJanet Vidrine 225-383-0397 ext. 121

Dec. 6Breakfast with SantaSt. Elizabeth School6051 Convent St., Paincourtville8 – 9 a.m.$5Eat and take pictures with Santa Secret Santa Shop available for children to do their Christmas shoppingProceeds will be used by the SES Home & School Association to provide resources for the school classrooms.St. Elizabeth School 985-369-7402

Breakfast with SantaHoly Family Church319 N. Jefferson Ave., Port Allen9 – 10:30 a.m.Cost – canned food items for Port Allen Food BankEat and take a picture with Santa. Bring camera. Treat bags are first come first served basis.Jennifer LeJeune [email protected]

Breakfast with SantaSt. Stephen the Martyr Church22494 Hwy. 22, Maurepas8 – 10 a.m.$5Prancer pancakes, Snowman sausage, Jingle Bell juice, Magical Merry Christmas milk Kids bring your Christmas listLucas Miles 225-978-9227

Dec. 7Lake Sherwood Village Open House 4101 Plaza Tower Dr., Baton Rouge2 – 4 p.m.Christmas open house with entertainment and Santa for the children.Dolores Buredetto or Judy Juneau 225-296-0803

6th Annual “Winter Wonderland” Food FestivalSt. Joseph Church15710 Hwy. 16, French Settlement10 a.m. – 6 p.m.$7 plateA Taste of French Settlement including sauce piquant, jambalaya, pork loin, hot wings, seafood fettuccini and a large selection of side dishes and fare from local restaurants and a sweet shop; Father Jason’s Christmas Village: A miniature display of New York City, Cedar Point Amusement Park and Walt Disney World; craft booths, hayride, face painting, crafts, visit with SantaPictures with Santa $5Classic car & truck show with entertainment Ending the day with gumbo donated by Clay SchexnaydreFor more info or to get a craft booth application, call the church 225-698-3310

Lessons and CarolsFirst Baptist ChurchDowntown Baton Rouge6 p.m.Catholic High School and St. Joseph’s Academy Symphonic and Concert Bands and St. Joseph’s Academy Singers ConcertJanet Vidrine 225-383-0397 Ext. 121

A Rural Life Christmas4560 Essen Ln., Baton Rouge19th century celebration with musical groups, demonstrating artisans, storytellers and costumed re-enactors. Event concludes with bonfire and visit from Papa Noel$8 seniors 62 and above$9 adult 11 years to 61 yearsFree children under 10225-765-2437

Living NativityOur Lady of the Lake Livingston5000 O’Donovan Blvd., WalkerRe-Enactment of Christ’s birth through performance and song, scenes lasting 10 minutes and repeated every 20 minutes; Children can pet animals2 – 4 p.m.Jill Wyble 225-765-4003

Christmas Play for ChildrenOur Lady of Peace Church13281 Hwy. 664, Vacherie6 p.m.Margaret Cortez 225-265-3953

Festive holiday events throughout the Diocese of Baton Rouge

SEE FESTIVE EVENTS PAGE 9B


Keep her Christmas lights shining all year.

Donate to “Christmas Lights Utility Assistance” at www.CatholicCharitiesBR.org

or call 225-336-8700.

Nov. 30Christmas BingoCatholic Daughters of Americas Court Isabella 809192 Church St., Morganza2 p.m. – 5 p.m.20 cents per ticket-per Bingo card played with Christmas prizes to each winner Proceeds will allow the court to partic-ipate and donate to the national, state and local CDA projects.Judy LeBlanc, Regent 225-718-0685

Dec. 6Breakfast with St. NicholasImmaculate Conception Church Main Hall865 Hatchell Ln., Denham Springs8 a.m. – noon$6 per person or $25 for family of 7 plus donation of new pair of socksSponsored by the Women’s Council benefiting youth programsElaine Matherne 225-665-5359

Christmas DanceSt. Paul the Apostle Church

3912 Gus Young Ave., Baton Rouge9 p.m. – 1 a.m.$15Christmas dance with music by DJ RahProceeds will benefit the building fundMary Martin 225-383-2537

Dec. 7Pancakes with SantaSacred Heart Church Youth Group2250 Main St., Baton Rouge9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.$5 per personPancake breakfast, games, crafts for kids and a visit from Santa ClausBenefiting junior and high school youth groupLori Tomecek [email protected]

Corragio CaféImmaculate Conception Church Main Hall865 Hatchell Ln., Denham SpringsPrice determined by menu item chosenSponsored by ICC Youth Group ben-efiting March for Life trip in JanuaryElaine Matherne 225-665-5359

Dec. 8She Said “Yes” Concert St. Thomas More Church11441 Goodwood Blvd., Baton Rouge7 p.m. following Mass$10 donation requestedConcert honoring Our Lady, feast of Immaculate Conception; concert and narratives featuring Mary Rosenbloom, James Rosenbloom and Louis WendtProceeds to be used by the youth groupMary Rosenbloom 225-933-1625

Dec. 13St. Elizabeth School Choir ConcertSt. Elizabeth School6051 Convent St., Paincourtville6 p.m.Admission is chargedChristmas carols performed by students under the direction of Jim RamirezProceeds to benefit St. Elizabeth School

Dec. 14Christmas by Candlelight 2014St. Mary of False River348 W. Main St., New Roads5:30 p.m.

$15 adults and $10 childrenDinner, concert is performed by children, youth and adults; Santa visitsProceeds for the March for LifeJennifer Bollich 225-938-2879

Dec. 2710th Annual Pre-New Year’s BallSt. Benedict Center, 5479 Hwy. 1Napoleonville10 p.m. – 2 a.m.$10 advance or $15 door; semi-formal St. Benedict Fund-raising Committee Proceeds to go to the general fundConsuella Skidmore 985-513-0359

Jan. 4Epiphany ConcertSt. John the Evangelist Church57805 Main St., Plaquemine4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.$25Christmas, sacred and other music for the season, featuring Father Gregory J. Daigle with Bill Grimes and the Epiphany OrchestraProceeds to benefit St. John SchoolMarsha Dupont 225-687-2402

Holiday fund raisers for area churches, schools and organizations


Keep her Christmas lights shining all year.

Donate to “Christmas Lights Utility Assistance” at www.CatholicCharitiesBR.org

or call 225-336-8700.

Dec. 9Christmas Band/Choir ConcertSt. Thomas More School11441 Goodwood Blvd., Baton RougeBand and choir will be performing Christmas songs6 p.m.Tootie 225-275-2820

Baton Rouge Magnet High ConcertSt. Joseph Cathedral401 Main St., Baton RougeChoral Concert7:30 p.m.

Dec. 12A Candlelight ChristmasLSU Union Theatre, LSU campus7 p.m.Concert from Catholic High School and St. Joseph’s Academy Janet Vidrine 225-383-0397 ext. 121

Baton Rouge Symphony ConcertSt. Joseph Cathedral401 Main St., Baton Rouge7:30 p.m.Sheila Juneau 225-387-5928

Dec. 14Baton Rouge Concert Band ConcertSt. Joseph Cathedral401 Main St., Baton Rouge3 p.m.Sheila Juneau 225-387-5928

Downtown Choral PilgrimageSt. Joseph Cathedral401 Main St., Baton Rouge5:30 p.m. at Mt. Zion First Baptist Church, stops every 30 minutes, next First United Methodist Church, then First Presbyterian Church, then St. Joseph Cathedral, thenSt. James Episcopal Church, thenFirst Baptist ChurchSheila Juneau 225-387-5928

St. Thomas More Parish Christmas Concert and Open HouseSt. Thomas More Church11441 Goodwood Blvd., Baton Rouge2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Choirs will perform in the church Reception in Activity Center to follow Dina Martinez 225-275-3940

An Advent Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols7808 St. George Dr., Baton Rouge3 p.m.The Music Ministry of St. George Church

will perform program composed of nine Scripture readings (or lessons) each followed by a musical selection; additional carols sung in unison with the assemblyRendel James, director of music and liturgy225-293-2212

Choir Christmas ProgramSt. Patrick Church12424 Brogdon Rd., Baton Rouge4 p.m.Concert/Sing-a-long in the church followed by gumbo dinner in the family center; Santa will visit; bring the kids and your camera.225-753-5750

Cookies for Santa11441 Goodwood Blvd., Baton Rouge11 a.m. – noon3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.St. Thomas More Women’s MinistryTake photo with Santa, make crafts and enjoy homemade cookies with Santa’s elves in the school cafeteriaDina Martinez 225-275-3940

Annual Christmas ProgramSt. Francis Xavier Catholic School1150 South 12th St., Baton Rouge1:30 p.m.

Dec. 18St. Mark Christmas Concert42021 Hwy. 621, Gonzales7 p.m.Groups and individuals that provide music will lead invited parishioners and guests in Christmas songs Robin Richardson 225-647-8461

Dec. 19Christmas ConcertSt. Joseph the Worker Church3304 Hwy. 70S, Pierre Part7 p.m.Susan Hue 985-252-6008

St. Francis and the First Nativity SceneMost Blessed Sacrament School8033 Baringer Rd., Baton RougeStudents re-enact the story of St. Francis and the first Nativity scene in story-telling, pantomimes and song; audience will be invited to join in singing the carols9:30 a.m.Vonnie 225-751-0273 or Theresa 225-751-5867

Living NativitySt. Elizabeth School6051 Convent St., Paincourtville7:40 a.m.Long-standing tradition of the beautiful re-enactment of the Lord’s birth including Christmas hymns sung by the children. Immediately following Mass.

FESTIVE EVENTSFrom page 7B

St. Elizabeth School 985-369-7402

Tri-parish Christmas PlayImmaculate Heart of Mary Church11140 Hwy. 77, Maringouin6 p.m.Children put on the play reflecting the Nativity scene with reception to follow.Fawn Courville 225-625-2735

Dec. 19Christmas Luncheon for Seniors and HandicappedOur Lady of Prompt Succor Church32615 Bowie St., White CastleNoonLunch in the Activity Center following by MassDianne Hebert 225-545-3532

SEE FESTIVE EVENTS PAGE 12B

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in half of whipped topping. Spread over crust.

Beat milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Spread on cream cheese mix-ture. Spread on remaining whipped top-ping. Refrigerate.

Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge

Debbie SchexnayderAscension of Our Lord ChurchDonaldsonville3 c. sugar¾ c. butter or margarine⅔ c. evaporated milk (1 small can)1 10-oz. pkg. peanut butter morsels or 1 ½ c. peanut butter1 7-oz. jar marshmallow crème1 tsp. vanilla extract

Combine first 3 ingredients in a large, heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring con-stantly. Cover and cook 3 minutes without stirring; uncover and boil at same temperature for 5 minutes. Do not stir.

Remove from heat; add morsels, stirring until morsels melt. Stir in marshmallow crème and vanilla.

Pour into a buttered 13x9x2 inch pan. Place in freezer for 10 minutes or let cool at room temperature.

Yields 3 pounds of fudge.

Beef with Snow Peas Teenie BajonSt. Louis King of France ChurchBaton Rouge½ c. low-sodium soy sauce3 Tbsp. sherry or cooking sherry2 Tbsp. cornstarch2 Tbsp. brown sugar1 Tbsp. fresh ginger, peeled and minced 1 ½ lbs. flank steak, trimmed of fat and sliced very thin against the grain3 Tbsp. peanut or olive oil8 oz. fresh snow peas, trimmed5 whole scallions, cut into ½” pieces on the diagonalCrushed red pepperSalt, as needed, use sparinglyJasmine or long grain rice, cooked according to package directions

In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, sherry, cornstarch, brown sugar and ginger. Add the beef to a separate bowl and pour ⅓ of the liquid over the top. Save the rest of the liquid. Stir the beef to coat and set aside.

Heat the oil in a heavy skillet, iron is best, over high heat. Add the snow peas and stir for 45 seconds and get as much color on them as possible. Remove to a plate.

Allow the skillet to get very hot again. With tongs, add half the meat mixture, leaving most of the marinade still in the bowl. Spread out the meat as you add it to skillet, but do not stir for a good minute. You want the meat to get as brown as possible in as short amount of time as possible. Sprinkle half the scallions over the meat. Flip the meat to the other side and cook for another 30 seconds. Remove to clean plate.

Repeat with the other half of the meat, allowing the skillet to get very hot again first. After flipping, add the first plateful of meat, the reserved liq-uid, the crushed red pepper and snow peas. Stir over high heat for 30 sec-onds, and then turn off the heat. Check seasonings and add salt only if it needs it. The mixture will thicken as it sits. Serve immediately over rice. Serves 8.

Lazy Cake CookieCatherine SimonSt Jean Vianney Church, Baton Rouge1 box yellow cake mix

2 eggs, beaten½ c. water5 Tbsp. butter½ c. applesauce2 c. M&Ms or chocolate chips

Mix together and bake in a 13x9 inch greased pan for 30 minutes at 350 de-grees.

Caponiatina-Hunt Virginia

Muche Cappo SpruillSt. John the Evangelist Church, Prairieville1 med. onion, chopped1 c. celery, chopped4 cloves garlic1 eggplant, peeled and dicedOlive oil½ 3-oz. can tomato paste1 c. green olives, chopped1 c. black olives, chopped1 ½ Tbsp. sugar3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar⅔ c. water

Sauté onions, celery and garlic in olive oil. Add eggplant and cook until tender. Add tomato paste, cook for 5 minutes. Add sugar, cook for 5 min-utes. Add green and black olives, red wine vinegar and water. Cover and cook slow for 1 hour.

Serve with crackers.


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New cookbooks ready for holiday giving

St. John the Baptist Church Altar Society in Zachary has a new cookbook: Cooking up a Legacy of Faith Cookbook. They are ready for purchase at $20 each and can be pur-chased at St. Paul Study, 4826 Main St., Zachary. For more in-formation, call 225-654-5778. This is a fund raiser for the new church.

Sample of holiday recipes:

Spinach-Bacon Deviled Eggs1 dozen eggs, hard-boiled½ c. frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained¼ c. light mayonnaise¼ c. bacon bits¼ tsp. salt1 Tbsp. sugar1 tsp. black pepper1 ½ Tbsp. cider vinegar

Cut eggs in halves length-wise.

Scoop out yolks into small mixing bowl and mash with a fork. Add remaining ingredi-ents and mix well.

Spoon into egg white halves. Chill before serving.

Makes 24 deviled eggs.

Autumn Harvest Punch4 c. water1 ½ c. sugar4 3-inch cinnamon sticks24 whole cloves2 qt. cranberry juice cocktail1 qt. orange juice1 ½ c. lemon juice1 lemon, sliced1 orange, sliced

Combine water, sugar, cin-namon sticks and cloves in a 6 quart pot.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 7 minutes. Remove from heat and discard

spices. Add cranberry juice, orange

juice and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until thor-oughly heated. Add lemon and orange slices to serve.

Serve hot or cold. Makes about 5 quarts. Vari-

ation: Add 7-Up to chilled punch.

St. Thomas More School in Baton Rouge has a new cook-book for sale: A Lot More, Please Cookbook. Copies are available for the purchase price of $25 each at the school office, 11400 Shrebrook Dr., Baton Rouge. For additional in-formation, call 225-275-2820.

Sample of recipes include:

Christmas SaladCandy pecans:1 c. pecans3 Tbsp. butter½ c. sugar

Sauté pecans in butter over low heat. Remove from heat, sprinkle sugar over pecans in pan. Set aside in dish to cool.

Salad Dressing:2 Tbsp. brown sugar¼ c. red onion, chopped1 c. fresh parsley1 tsp. oregano¼ tsp. salt¼ tsp. black pepper½ c. olive oil½ c. red wine vinegar

Mix brown sugar, onion, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, oil and vinegar. Stir well. Re-frigerate covered for at least 1 hour to blend flavors.

Salad:1 bag Romaine lettuce and/or fresh spinach¾ c. dried cranberries½ lb. feta cheese, crumbled

Candy pecansSalad dressing

In a large salad bowl, mix lettuce or spinach, dried cran-berries, cheese, pecans and salad dressing. Toss until salad dressing is well distributed.

Christmas Potatoes4 med. potatoes1 sm. bell pepper, thinly sliced1 sm. can or jar pimentosSalt and pepper, to taste¼ c. butter1 Tbsp. flour1 c. milk1 16 oz.-pkg. Velveeta Mexican cheese, cubed

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Boil potatoes in jackets in salt water until tender.

Peel, slice and layer potatoes in a buttered casserole dish.

Top with bell pepper, pimen-tos, salt and pepper. Continue layering potatoes, bell peppers, pimentos, salt and pepper until all potatoes are gone.

Melt butter in saucepan, add flour and stir until well blend-ed. Gradually add milk, stir-ring constantly.

Add cubed cheese and heat until melted. Pour over pota-toes and bake 45 minutes.

Harvest of Blessings Cookbook is now available for purchase from St. Isidore the Farmer Church in Baker. The cookbook is $20 each and can be purchased at the St. Isidore Church office at 5657 Thomas Road. For more information, call 225-775-8850.

Samples of the cookbook en-tries:

3 Envelope Pot Roast3 lb. beef roast1 envelope of brown gravy1 envelope of ranch salad

dressing1 envelope Italian salad dressing2 c. water

Place beef roast in the crockpot.

In a mixing bowl combine the gravy mix and two salad dressings with the 2 cups of water.

Pour the mixture over the roast. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours.

Cereal Candy4 c. Golden Graham cereal1 c. Planters salted peanuts1 bar dipping bark – white or chocolate, 6 squares

Melt bark in microwave. “Be careful only takes seconds” will scorch-burn. Can be melted over double boiler. Coat cereal and peanuts until all mix is covered well. Drop onto wax paper as large or small amounts as you like. You can also pour into but-tered dish and cut in squares.


Dec. 23 – Jan. 5, 2015Nativity SceneSt. John the Evangelist Church57805 Main St.Plaquemine8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday-Thrusday, 8:30 a.m. – noon FridaysBeautiful life-size Fontanini crècheMarsha Dupont 225-687-2402

Dec. 24St. Benedict the Moor Youth Ministry Living NativitySt. Benedict the Moor Church5479 Hwy. 1, Napoleonville4:30 p.m.Nativity followed by MassIawana Williams 985-269-2875

Dec. 31New Year’s Eve Gumbo and ChampagneSt. Joseph Cathedral401 Main St.Baton Rouge4 p.m.Gumbo and champagne following MassSheila Juneau 225-387-5928

Jan. 3Christmas PlayHoly Rosary Church44450 Hwy. 429, St. Amant5 p.m.Children’s Christmas Play and Choir held in the church after MassChildren interested in participating should contact the parish office: Brandi Klibert or Wendy Enloe 225-647-3696

FESTIVE EVENTSFrom page 9B

Dec. 20Living NativityHoly Family Church319 N. Jefferson Ave., Port Allen5:30 p.m.Nativity narration at end of liturgy and reflection time with Christmas musicJennifer LeJeune 225-336-4463 or [email protected]

Dec. 24Festival of CarolsSt. Joseph Cathedral401 Main St., Baton Rouge3:30 p.m. followed by 4 p.m. Mass9:15 p.m. followed by 10 p.m. MassSheila Juneau 225-387-5928

29th Annual Christmas ConcertSacred Heart of Jesus Church2250 Main St., Baton Rouge3 p.m.

Traditional carols of English, Celtic, African, ancient Latin and contemporary for a unique concert experience; followed by Mass highlighting of song selections –Hallelujah ChorusLouis Benedetto 225-387-6671

Choir ConcertSt. John the Evangelist Church57805 Main St., Plaquemine11:15 p.m.Adult choir and brass ensemble followed by Mass

SPIRITUAL From page 3B

Dec. 5Hammond 6:30 p.m.

Dec. 6Central 10 a.m.

Dec. 8 Albany 7 p.m.

Dec. 11Springfield 6 p.m.

Dec. 12Walker 6:30 p.m.

Dec. 13Zachary 10a.m. Main St.

Denham Springs 2 p.m.Starts high school traveling through the Antique District

Kiwanis Downtown 5:30 p.m. Downtown Baton Rouge

Ponchatoula 5 p.m.

Baker 10 a.m.

Livingston 6:30 p.m.

Dec. 14Gonzales 2 p.m.Burnside Avenue.

Plaquemine 2 p.m.

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Living NativitySunday, December 7

2 pm – 4 pmOur Lady of the Lake Livingston

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Enjoy this gift to our community as our team members reenact Christ’s birth through performance and song. �e Living Nativity

is repeated every 20 minutes to allow children to pet the live animals and enjoy caroling by a local choir.

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