 Tuesday, September 18, 6:30 pm Mass:
For the repose of the soul of Margaret Rutherford Mass intention by: Joanna Dutka Wednesday, September 19, 12:15 pm Mass: For the intentions of Daniel Bartley Mass intention by: Marta Bartley Thursday, September 20, 12:15 pm Mass: For the intentions of Razvan Radulescu Mass intention by: Adela Radulescu Friday, September 21, 8:30 am Mass: For the intentions of Liviu Radulescu Mass intention by: Adela Radulescu Saturday, September 22, 7:00 pm Mass: For the intentions of the people Sunday, September 23, 10:00 am Mass: For the repose of the soul of Ravi Domingo Mass intention by: Lindsay Fagan Announcements: Attention Men: Do you have a plan in place that will take your life to the next level? Men around the world are stepping-up to the RISE challenge this September 17. Will you join us? For parents of Grade Two children, the First Reconciliation and First Communion preparation sessions will begin in late September. A parent information session will take place on Thursday, September 20th, 7:00 pm at our Lady of the Snows. Children in Grade Three and above who have not received the sacraments are also welcomed to attend. The Catholicism series will take place at the Parish Office on Tuesday evenings at the conclusion of the 6:30pm Mass. Each session will be approximately 60-80 minutes. All are welcome to attend on the following dates: October 9, October 16, October 23, October 30, November 6, November 13, November 20, November 27, December 4, and December 11. Food and Friends Our turn to serve the community dinner at St. Michael’s church is Monday, September 17th. If you wish to volunteer but are not on the list, please call Lorraine Eckstrand at (403) 609-3757. Adult Ministry Our group meets at Origin Village at 808 Spring Creek Drive, Thursdays at 3:00 pm. The next workshop is called “Simplicity & Complexity” is on September 20th. Our Lady of the Rockies Adult Ministry is an ecumenical lifelong faith development Ministry, composed of Bow Valley men and women in their pre-retirement and retirement years. The Ministry facilitates monthly interactive workshops, exploring the gifts and challenges of aging in an atmosphere of mutual respect, compassion, and support. The primary goal of the Ministry is to encourage, and develop, personal spirituality and growth. Oktoberfest Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 14th at 5:30 pm for a great time at St. Mary’s Hall in Banff and Oktoberfest!
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Tuesday, September 11, 6:30 pm Mass:
For the repose of the soul of John Kuss Mass intention by: Bonnie Nelson Wednesday, September 12, 12:15 pm Mass: For the intentions of Alex Bartley Mass intention by: Marta Bartley Thursday, September 13, 12:15 pm Mass: For the repose of the soul of William Keith Mass intention by: Joanna Dutka Friday, September 14, 8:30 am Mass: For the repose of the soul of Dr. Anthony Petrasek Mass intention by: Jerry Vanc Saturday, September 15, 7:00 pm Mass: For the repose of the soul of Jean Renchko Mass intention by: Corinne Renchko-Huggill Sunday, September 16, 10:00 am Mass: For the intentions of the people Announcements: Attention Men: Do you have a plan in place that will take your life to the next level? Men around the world are stepping-up to the RISE challenge this September 17. Will you join us? As men we’re under a lot of pressure, at work and at home. Whether you’re single, a father with kids at home, married with no kids at home, divorced or widowed, we all need help balancing the demands of each day. I invite you to take a 30-Day Challenge with me and the men of our parish called RISE. It only takes about 5 minutes each morning, but it will give you the tools you need to take your life and relationships to the next level. For parents of Grade Two children, the First Reconciliation and First Communion preparation sessions will begin in late September. A parent information session will take place on Thursday, September 20th, 7:00 pm at our Lady of the Snows. Children in Grade Three and above who have not received the sacraments are also welcomed to attend. Food and Friends Our turn to serve the community dinner at St. Michael’s church is Monday, September 17th. If you wish to volunteer but are not on the list, please call Lorraine Eckstrand at (403) 609-3757. Adult Ministry Our group meets at Origin Village at 808 Spring Creek Drive, Thursdays at 3:00 pm. The next workshop is called “Simplicity & Complexity” is on September 20th. Our Lady of the Rockies Adult Ministry is an ecumenical lifelong faith development Ministry, composed of Bow Valley men and women in their pre-retirement and retirement years. The Ministry facilitates monthly interactive workshops, exploring the gifts and challenges of aging in an atmosphere of mutual respect, compassion, and support. The primary goal of the Ministry is to encourage, and develop, personal spirituality and growth. Our Lady of the Rockies Collections and Expenses Summary As of September 2, 2018 Collections Previous Current Week Total-To-Date Loose $20,968 $770 $21,738 Regular (Env,VI,MC,DB) $84,788 $9,260 $94,048 Total $105,756 $10,030 $115,786 Expenses $163,115 Profit/(Loss) $(47,329) Annual Bishop’s Appeal TIA Donations $7,163 $193 $7,357 Goal $18,072 Surplus/(Shortfall) $(10,715) Tuesday, September 4, 6:30 pm Mass:
For the intentions of Lucia Radulescu Mass intention by: Adela Radulescu Wednesday, September 5, 12:15 pm Mass: For the intentions of Daniel Bartley Mass intention by: Marta Bartley Thursday, September 6, 12:15 pm Mass: For the intentions of the people Friday, September 7, 8:30 am Mass: For the intentions of The members of Aupice Maria Saturday, September 8, 7:00 pm Mass: For the intentions of Father Wilbert Mass intention by: Marta, Louise, Jean and Anne Sunday, September 9, 10:00 am Mass: For the intentions of the people Announcements: School is back in session and the gym will be needed by students. After the recessional hymn, please help by stacking your chairs on the trollies to the side. For parents of Grade Two children, the First Reconciliation and First Communion preparation sessions will begin in late September. Stay tuned for more announcement from both the school and parish. Children in Grade Three and above who have not received the sacraments are also welcomed to attend. Our next fundraiser for our Shrine Church is Sponsorships. Be sure to check our list of items, in the school entrance. NOTE: Our finance committee has designed this new Collections and Expenses Summary to be updated each week. See below: Our Lady of the Rockies Collections and Expenses Summary As of August 26, 2018 Collections Previous Current Week Total-To-Date Loose $20,298 $670 $20,968 Regular (Env,VI,MC,DB) $83,313 $1,435 $84,748 Total $103,611 $2,105 $105,716 Expenses $157,181 Profit/(Loss) $(51,465) Annual Bishop’s Appeal (TIA) Donations $7,092 $71 $7,163 Goal $18,072 Surplus/(Shortfall) $(10,909) Food and Friends Our turn to serve the community dinner at St. Michael’s church is Monday, September 17th. If you wish to volunteer but are not on the list, please call Lorraine Eckstrand at (403) 609-3757. Adult Ministry Our group meets at Origin Village at 808 Spring Creek Drive, Thursdays at 3:00 pm. The next workshop is called “Simplicity & Complexity” is on September 20th. Our Lady of the Rockies Adult Ministry is an ecumenical lifelong faith development Ministry, composed of Bow Valley men and women in their pre-retirement and retirement years. The Ministry facilitates monthly interactive workshops, exploring the gifts and challenges of aging in an atmosphere of mutual respect, compassion, and support. The primary goal of the Ministry is to encourage, and develop, personal spirituality and growth. Tuesday, August 28, 6:30 pm Mass:
For the repose of the soul of Marcos Kleber Mass Intention by: Barbra Lopez Wednesday August 29, 12:15 pm Mass: For the repose of the soul of Robert Dodge Mass Intention by: Marlene and Al Bush Thursday, August 30, 12:15 pm Mass: Cancelled - Father Nathan away Friday, August 31, 8:30 am Mass: For the intentions of the people Saturday, September 1, 7:00 pm Mass: For the intentions of Leah and Connor Bray Mass Intention by: Maurice and Cecilia Lepper Sunday, September 2, 10:00 am Mass: For the intentions of Fr. Derek Remus Mass Intention by: Deacon Brian West Announcements: School is back in session. After the recessional hymn, please help by stacking your chairs on the trollies to the side. Father Nathan will be in Calgary on Thursday, August 30th so mass is cancelled on that day. For parents of Grade Two children, the First Reconciliation and First Communion preparation sessions will begin in late September. Stay tuned for more announcement from both the school and parish. Children in Grade Three and above who have not received these sacraments are also welcomed to attend. Church bulletins are again available. Please pick up your copy at the grocery card table. We have Safeway and Save-On grocery cards for sale. We sell them to raise funds for the new church building. They are good across Western Canada. Our next fundraiser for our Shrine Church is Sponsorships. Be sure to check our list of items, in the school entrance. T.I.A. 2018 - Together In Action Parish Tia Goal: $18,072 Raised to Date: 6,995 Food and Friends Our turn to serve the community dinner at St. Michael’s church is Monday, September 17th. If you wish to volunteer but are not on the list, please call Lorraine Eckstrand at (403) 609-3757. Adult Ministry Our group meets at Origin Village at 808 Spring Creek Drive, Thursdays at 3:00 pm. The next workshop is called “Simplicity & Complexity” is on September 20th. Our Lady of the Rockies Adult Ministry is an ecumenical lifelong faith development Ministry, composed of Bow Valley men and women in their pre-retirement and retirement years. The Ministry facilitates monthly interactive workshops, exploring the gifts and challenges of aging in an atmosphere of mutual respect, compassion, and support. The primary goal of the Ministry is to encourage, and develop, personal spirituality and growth. Tuesday, August 21, 6:30 pm Mass:
For the repose of the soul of John McGhee Mass intention by: John and Sheila Long Wednesday, August 22, 12:15 pm Mass: For the repose of the soul of Brenda Simmons Mass intention by: John and Sheila Long Thursday, August 23, 12:15 pm Mass: For the repose of the soul of Marie-Anne and Baby Oliver McGuire Mass intention by: Marlene and Al Bush Friday, August 24, 8:30 am Mass: For the intentions of the people Saturday, August 25, 7:00 pm Mass: For the repose of the soul of Brenda Simmons Mass intention by: John and Sheila Long Sunday, August 26, 10:00 am Mass: For the intentions of Amy Shen Mass intention by: Marta Bartley Announcements: For parents of Grade Two children, the First Reconciliation and First Communion preparation sessions will begin in late September. Stay tuned for more announcement from both the school and parish. Children in Grade Three and above who have not received the sacraments are also welcomed to attend. St. Michael's is hosting a Summer Bible Camp for children age 5 to 12 from the 20th to 24rth of August, 9:30 to 11:30 am. See poster.pdf We have Safeway and Save-On cards for sale. We sell them to raise funds for the new church building. They are good across Western Canada. Our next fundraiser for our Shrine Church is Sponsorships. Be sure to check our list of items, in the school entrance. T.I.A. 2018 - Together In Action Parish TIA Goal: $18,072.00 Raised to date: $6,628.00 From the Diocese There are many scams going around masquerading as your clergy (priests, deacons or lately, the bishop). Please exercise caution when responding to email messages. If you receive unusual emails, check the sender's email address to see whether it is the person’s genuine address. Even if the sender's address looks correct, always verify suspicious emails by phoning the sender. There have been many similar scams reported by several parishes in our diocese and across Canada. Please note that these scams do not stop at emails. Those in social media should stay vigilant when responding to friend requests or to other compelling posts requiring a response. There are many fake Twitter, Facebook and other social media accounts trying to impersonate people you know and our church leaders. Some scammers may take the time to build a relationship with you to gain your trust, before trying to extort money or other things like gift cards. Please exercise vigilance when you are being charitable. Use the channels you are most familiar with and avoid becoming victims of a scam. Blessing to Aid our Efforts at Prayer Saint John Paul II wrote that prayer “is always God’s initiative within us. This initiative restores in us our true humanity; it restores in us our unique dignity.” The following litany is meant to help believers to enter into this divine initiative while at the same time leaving behind all distractions. Lord Jesus Christ, son of the living God, Have mercy on me, a sinner. Without prayer, I forget that for me to be, I depend, so I beg, R Even though I feel unworthy of a relationship with you,R Distractions and temptations torment me from every side, but, R When I don’t know words or the right way to pray,R It is so hard to be silent, centered and still, so R Prayer is the way that I educate by heart, so R My defects and failings discourage me from praying; please R It is easy to doubt the good prayer can do and to see it as a waste of time, so I beg, R When I am embarrassed to pray or tempted to see it as a sign of weakness, R Save me from comparing myself to others, from trying to impress you with my virtues, R I feel so arid, so listless and empty, but, R When I resist prayer because fatalism tells me that I can never change, R Since prayer is the only gesture that totally realizes the human being’s stature, R My attempts at prayer are so crippled because I am so critical of others; please, R When self-righteousness seduces me to think I am “beyond” prayer, R We are made as attraction and thirst for life, so I ask in prayer, R Without prayer you become an abstraction, and so I cry, R It is so easy to get cynical, skeptical and snide. R All you ask for in prayer is a heart given over to you. R The height of prayer is seeing the depths as if they were everyday things. R Let me always remember that prayer is your gift. R Prayer is the recognition of the Presence that is my destiny. R Amen Tuesday, August 14, 6:30 pm Mass:
For the intentions of Adela Radulescu Mass intention by: Adela Radulescu Wednesday, August 15, 12:15 pm Mass: For the intentions of Daniel Bartley Mass intention by: Marta Bartley Thursday, August 16, 12:15 pm Mass: For the intentions of the people Friday, August 17, 8:30 am Mass: For the intentions of Vijay Domingo Mass intention by: Christ the Redeemer School Division Saturday, August 18, 7:00 pm Mass: For the repose of the soul of John McGhee Mass intention by: John & Sheila Long Sunday, August 19, 10:00 am Mass: For the repose of the soul of Yvonne Beaubien Mass intention by: Brian and Jean West Announcements: Jozef Reibestein, the Ecclesiastical Artist who is restoring statues for our Shrine Church gave an inspiring talk last Sunday to tell us what he has been working on. You can see photos and details of the statues on the home page of our website. The Canmore Prayer Shawl knitters are welcoming any knitters who would like to join their group. They meet once a month at St. Michael’s hall and use donated materials to prepare shawls for those who need them. If you are interested, please ask Lorraine Ekstrand for more details. We have Safeway and Save-On cards for sale. We sell them to raise funds for the new church building. They are good across Western Canada. Our next fundraiser for our Shrine Church is Sponsorships. Be sure to check our list of items, in the school entrance. T.I.A. 2018 - Together In Action Parish TIA Goal: $18,072.00 Raised to date: $6,588.00 St. Lawrence On 10 August 257 AD, St. Lawrence, the last of the seven deacons, and therefore, the ranking Church official, suffered a martyr's death. After the death of Sixtus, the prefect of Rome demanded that St Lawrence turn over the riches of the Church. St Ambrose is the earliest source for the narrative that St Lawrence asked for three days to gather the wealth. He worked swiftly to distribute as much Church property to the indigent as possible, so as to prevent its being seized by the prefect. On the third day, at the head of a small delegation, he presented himself to the prefect, and when ordered to deliver the treasures of the Church he presented the indigent, the crippled, the blind, and the suffering, and declared that these were the true treasures of the Church. One account records him declaring to the prefect, "The Church is truly rich, far richer than your emperor." This act of defiance led directly to his martyrdom. Tuesday, August 7, 6:30 pm Mass:
For the intentions of Theodore Radulescu Mass intention by: Adele Radulescu Wednesday, August 8, 12:15 pm Mass: For the intentions of Victor Fulop Mass intention by: Marta Bartley Thursday, August 9, 12:15 pm Mass: For the intentions of Marta and Bob Bartley Mass intention by: Marta Bartley Friday, August 10, 8:30 am Mass: For the repose of the soul of Anthony Petrasek Mass intention by: Jerry Vanc Saturday, August 11, 7:00 pm Mass: For the intentions of the people Sunday, August 12, 10:00 am Mass: For the intentions of Father Wilbert Chin Jon Mass intention by: Marta, Louise, Jean & Anne Announcements: Confessions will be heard Saturday evenings, 6:00 to 6:45 pm before mass, in the first office on the right as you enter the gym. Confessions are also scheduled for Tuesday evenings from 5:30 pm to 6:15 pm at the office. We have Safeway and Save-On cards for sale. We sell them to raise funds for the new church building. They are good across Western Canada. Our next fundraiser for our Shrine Church is Sponsorships. Be sure to check our list of items, in the school entrance. Hospital Visits: If you or a loved one are in the hospital and would like a visit from Father Nathan, please inform the hospital staff. T.I.A. 2018 - Together In Action Parish TIA Goal: $18,072.00 Raised to date: $5,782.00 PRISON MINISTRY WORKSHOP Prison Ministry Education three-day workshop will be held on Aug. 14, 16 and 21, 7-9 pm, at the Catholic Pastoral Centre (120 17 Ave SW, Calgary). The workshop is open to current volunteers and anyone interested in prison ministry. Contact 403-218-5519 | marilou.legeyt@calgarydiocese.ca Garage Sale & GREAT COFFEE Plan to attend the Elizabeth House Garage Sale at St. Joseph Church on Saturday, Aug. 25, 2018 from 10 am to 2 pm. Gourmet Fair Trade Coffee will be served, and will be available for sale. Proceeds will be matched (up to 50%) by Shaw Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink. 28th Annual Bishop's Golf Tournament On Monday, Aug. 27 support our unsponsored dinners at Feed the Hungry and play golf with the Bishop. The tournament will be held at the Silvertip Resort, Canmore. For more information, contact Sartre at 403-218-5522 | fthgolf@calgarydiocese.ca | golf.feedthehungrycalgary.ca Marriage Preparation Life & Family Resource Centre Aug. 27 (followed by Sept. 14-15), or Sep. 24 (followed by Oct. 12-13) at the Catholic Pastoral Centre, Calgary. Contact 403-218-5505 | events.calgarydiocese.ca Catholic Family Services Oct. 19-21 at St. Joseph, Calgary Nov. 23-25 at St. Cecilia, Calgary Contact 403-233-2360 | www.cfs-ab.org Project Rachel Post Abortion Counselling The ministry offers a journey of healing and reconciliation for women and men who are suffering from a past abortion experience. For more information, contact 403-218-5506 or toll free at 1-877-597-3223, or e-mail info@projectrachelsa.ca | www.projectrachelsa.ca Young Women's Retreat: Come To me And I Will Give You Rest (Mt. 11:28) Single, Catholic women, ages 18 to 35, are invited to a weekend of reflection to ponder these questions: Who is God calling me to be? What is God calling me to do that takes me beyond what I am doing now? When: Friday, August 17 (starts at 5 PM) to Sunday, August 19 (ends at 2 PM). This is a retreat with overnight accommodation in local convents. Registration Fee: $25/ further donations gratefully accepted. For more information or to register, contact Sr. Terry Smith, FCJ at 403-228-3623, ext. 258 | tksmithfcj@yahoo.ca Day Retreat for Women Theme: "Courage, my daughter, your faith has saved you. (Mt 9:22). Be renewed and inspired by the paradox of simplicity and the gift of faith. Date: Saturday, Aug. 11, from 10:30 am to 4 pm at the Divine Mercy Centre (15206 Township Road 262, Calgary, AB, T3P-1A7). For more information or to register, call Sr. Katrina at 587-755-1019 | www.sistersofdivinemercy.org An Evening with the Benedictines Come and hear a presentation on Benedictine Spirituality: Liturgy, Lectio and Labour by Father Pius, a monk from Mount Angel Abbey in Oregon. When: Monday, August 27, from 7 to 9 pm at St. Michael Catholic Church (800 85 Street SW, Calgary). Intercessory Healing Retreat You are invited to the Intercessory Healing Retreat with Cyril John, an international speaker and author on Prophetic Intercession. When: Aug. 24-26. Where: Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Parish (1714 14 Ave NE, Calgary). Contact Joyce at 587-700-5172 | divine.spirit.prayer.group@gmail.com Consecration to Jesus through the Immaculate Heart of Mary The Legion of Mary invites you to gather and ponder the Marian life of the following saints: St. Louis de Montfort (Aug. 7), St. Maximilain Kolbe (Aug. 14), St. Mother Theresa (Aug. 21), Pope John Paul II (Aug. 28). Consecration day is Saturday, Sept. 8, the birthday of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Booklet is $10. When: 7 pm to 9 pm. Where: Our Lady of Fatima Parish (4747 30 Street SE, Calgary). Contact Linda at 403-700-7124 | ztl2020@shaw.ca Tuesday, July 31, 6:30 pm Mass:
For the repose of the soul of Gayle Konantz Mass intention by: Irene Laviolette Wednesday, August 1, 12:15 pm Mass: For the intentions of Alex Bartley Mass intention by: Marta Bartley Thursday, August 2, 12:15 pm Mass: For the repose of the soul of Emmet Blaine Mass intention by: Anne Gildea Friday, August 3, 8:30 am Mass: For the intentions of Auspice Maria members Saturday, August 4, 7:00 pm Mass: For the intentions of the people Sunday, August 5, 10:00 am Mass: For the repose of the soul of Martha Fulop Mass intention by: Marta Bartley Announcements: Our visitor this Sunday is Bishop Thomas Paprocki from Springfield, Illinois, who is in town visiting relatives. Confessions will be heard Saturday evenings, 6:00 to 6:45 pm before mass, in the first office on the right as you enter the gym. Confessions are also scheduled for Tuesday evenings from 5:30 pm to 6:15 pm at the office. We have Safeway and Savon cards for sale at weekend mass. We sell them to raise funds for the new church building. They are good across Western Canada. Our next fundraiser for our Shrine Church is Sponsorships. Be sure to check our list of items, in the school entrance, to see what is available. Hospital Visits: If you or a loved one are in the hospital and would like a visit from Father Nathan, please inform the hospital staff. T.I.A. 2018 - Together In Action Parish TIA Goal: $18,072.00 Raised to date: $5,059.00 The meaning of pilgrimage A pilgrimage or visit to a sacred place honoring a significant event is intended to be an action both profoundly human and religious. Millions each year frequent the great historical locations where their country's grand events were forged. The concept of pilgrimage is prominent in all of the world's major religions: Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist. The spirit of the early and medieval Church inspired pilgrimages to Jerusalem and Bethlehem, to the tombs of the apostles and martyrs, to the holy places of Rome, and to churches and shrines holding relics of saints. Internationally famous for pilgrimage in the Middle Ages were Santiago de Compostela in northwestern Spain and Canterbury in England. The mission of shrines The Marian apparitions of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries at Paris, Lourdes, La Salette, Knock, Beauraing, Fatima, and other places created noted centers of prayer and renewal. Pilgrims came to find healing and spiritual courage, to experience for themselves the miraculous event which had occurred, and this devotion revitalized the spirit of pilgrimage in the Church. In the Catholic world of today about eighty percent of all shrines are dedicated to Mary. Annually the vast majority of pilgrims are destined for Marian shrines. For example, about ten million go to Guadalupe in Mexico, six million to Lourdes in France, five million to Czestochowa in Poland, four million to Aparecida in Brazil. Shrines are not intended to be a sightseeing stop on a vacation trip; they are places of pilgrimage. Though most need to travel considerable distances and use vacation time to reach the shrines, pilgrimage is not a vacation-time visit, but rather an action of spiritual renewal. Tuesday, July 24, 6:30 pm Mass:
For the repose of the soul of Keith Horan Mass intention by: Horan family Wednesday, July 25, 12:15 pm Mass: For the repose of the soul of Jose Uy Mass intention by: Dagmar Kindy-David Thursday, July 26, 12:15 pm Mass: For the repose of the soul of Dalton Wilson Mass intention by: Marlene Bush Friday, July 27, 8:30 am Mass: For the repose of the soul of Shirley Bush Mass intention by: Marlene and Al Bush Saturday, July 28, 7:00 pm Mass: For the repose of the soul of Earl Bartley Mass intention by: Marta & Bob Bartley Sunday, July 29, 10:00 am Mass: For the intentions of the people Announcements: Confessions will be heard Saturday evenings, 6:00 to 6:45 pm before mass, in the first office on the right as you enter the gym. Confessions are also scheduled for Tuesday evenings from 5:30 pm to 6:15 pm at the office. We have Safeway and Savon cards for sale at weekend mass. We sell them to raise funds for the new church building. They are good across Western Canada. Our next fundraiser for our Shrine Church is Sponsorships. Be sure to check our list of items, in the school entrance, to see what is available. Hospital Visits: If you or a loved one are in the hospital and would like a visit from Father Nathan, please inform the hospital staff. T.I.A. 2018 - Together In Action Parish TIA Goal: $18,072.00 Raised to date: $4,972.00 The meaning of shrine A shrine is a church or other sacred place visited by the faithful as pilgrims for special devotion. A pilgrimage is a journey by the faithful to a shrine, a place made sacred. The concept of pilgrimage is gaining ascendancy in this post Vatican II time. We have a heightened awareness that we are a pilgrim people en route to our eternal destiny. Vatican Council II reminded us that we are a pilgrim Church. Paul VI's initiative Paul VI was concerned with the meaning of shrines and their place in the liturgical and pastoral life of the Church. He described shrines as "spiritual clinics" (1965), "testimonies of miraculous deeds and of a continual wave of devotion" (1966), luminous stars in the Church's sky . . . centers of devotion, of prayer, of recollection, of spiritual refreshment" (1970). He recommended that shrines have a full program of sacramental and pastoral activity, and that they be centers of genuine religious intensity. He made it clear that devotion is an extension of liturgy and a preparation for it, that all Christian worship leads to Christ. Then Paul VI rose to the occasion and instigated the legislation on shrines contained in the 1983 Code of Canon Law which now guides the Church. Canons 1230-1234 define shrines as sacred places of pilgrimage, animated centers of intense Christian life which foster liturgical and sacramental practice and cultivate sound devotion. John Paul II and the Marian Year In his Marian Year encyclical Redemptoris Mater (Mother of the Redeemer, 1987), Pope John Paul II spoke of the "geography of faith" and Marian devotion in regard to shrines. He asked for a qualitative approach to liturgical and devotional practice. He encouraged shrines: • to cultivate the via pulchritudinis, that is, a sense of God's beauty revealed in Mary; • to provide an atmosphere for discerning and responding to vocation as a gift of God; for, a shrine is a sign of this mysterious relationship between God's call and the person's response; • to be associated with or to sponsor a work of charity, such as a home for the sick, a school for the disadvantaged, a retirement center; • to foster ecumenical prayer, encounters, dialogues. Tuesday, July 17, 6:30 pm Mass:
For the intentions of Sylvia Szuszkiel Mass intention by Marylyn Bohnet Wednesday, July 18, 12:15 pm Mass: For the repose of the soul of Gerard Smith Mass intention by Maurice Lepper Thursday, July 19, 12:15 pm Mass: For the repose of the soul of Jean Wilson Mass intention by Marlene Bush Friday, July 20, 8:30 am Mass: For the intentions of Fr. Wilbert Chin Jon Mass intention by Marta, Louise, Jean, Anne Saturday, July 21, 7:00 pm Mass: For the intentions of the people Sunday, July 22, 10:00 am Mass: For the repose of the soul of Ethel Bankuthy Mass intention by Marta Bartley Announcements: Confessions will be heard Saturday evenings, 6:00 to 6:45 pm before mass, in the first office on the right as you enter the gym. Confessions are also scheduled for Tuesday evenings from 5:30 pm to 6:15 pm at the office. We have Safeway and Savon cards for sale at weekend mass. We sell them to raise funds for the new church building. They are good across Western Canada. Our next fundraiser for our Shrine Church is Sponsorships. Be sure to check our list of items, in the school entrance, to see what has been chosen and what is available. School is finished for the summer, so we do not have to put the chairs away. Church items will be locked in the gym during the week. Hospital Visits: If you or a loved one are in the hospital and would like a visit from Father Nathan, please inform the hospital staff. T.I.A. 2018 - Together In Action Parish Fundraising Goal: $18,072.00 Raised to date: $4,900.00 |
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