May 24, 2020 THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD
HOLY ROSARY CATHEDRAL Cathedral Church of the ARCHDIOCESE OF REGINA 3125-13th Avenue, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4T 1P2 Holy Rosary Cathedral respectfully acknowledges that we are situated on Treaty 4 territory, traditional lands of First Nations and Métis people. Archbishop of Regina Archdiocese of Regina Coat of Arms MISSION STATEMENT Coat of Arms We, the Catholic Community of Holy Rosary Cathedral Parish, under the Patronage of Our Lady, are called to be a caring, outreaching church, proclaiming and celebrating our faith with all who seek a relationship with Christ.
Most Rev. Donald Bolen Archbishop of Regina
Rev. Danilo Rafael
Administrator/Rector
Very Rev. Thomas Nguyen, J.V.
Sacramental Ministry
Rev. Mr. Barry Wood
Rev. Mr. Eric Gurash Assisting Deacons
MASS TIMES PARISH OFFICE HOURS PARISH OFFICE Temporarily Suspended until May 31st. Monday-Thursday 9 AM – 4 PM & Friday 9 AM – 1PM 2104 Garnet Street CONFESSIONS Closed: Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays Regina, SK S4T 6Y5 Please contact Fr. Danilo Rafael Email: [email protected] Tel: 306-565-0909 Phone: 306-533-5261 Website: www.holyrosaryregina.ca Fax: 306-522-6526 Email: [email protected] FB: www.facebook.com/ HolyRosaryReginaSK
PASTORAL COUNCIL MEMBERS
Chairperson ...... Samira McCarthy Past Chairperson ...... Rob Chapple Ecumenism ...... Gillian Brodie Finance ...... Jim Hall, Paul Malone Liturgy ...... Brad Hanowski Joanne Skidmore Shannon Chapple
COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES
Catering ...... Shannon Chapple Challenge Girls ...... Cathy Craig Children’s Liturgy ...... Miri Schiller CWL ...... Shannon Chapple Social Justice ...... Theresa Hochban Knights of Columbus ...... G.K. Tyler Wolfe Representative ...... Jimmy Johnson St. Vincent de Paul ...... Carol Schimnosky Spiritual Life ...... Krista LaBelle
MAY 24, 2020 THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD
“I am praying for them…” (John 17:9)
Prayer is the foundation of our Faith and the foundation of Stewardship. Pray in good times and in bad. Prayer is always the first best option in any situation, not just the last resort. Pray for friends and family and for those that don’t treat you very well. Pray to give praise, to thank, and to ask God for help. Pray to see what God wants you to do with the gifts He has given you.
Watch the Masses via Live-stream Link
During the temporary suspension of Church services, Weekday & Sunday Masses from Resurrection Parish will be broadcast online via live-stream at 9:00 A.M. daily. https://livestream.com/accounts/17094656
Prayers, Devotions and Resources
Visit the Prayers and Devotions page to find information on daily mass, daily readings and reflections, prayers, home catechetical and other resources that may be valuable during this time of social distancing. https://archregina.sk.ca/prayers-devotions-resources Also see with French resources: https://archregina.sk.ca/fr/prieres-devotions-et-ressources
HRC Church will be open for private prayer and devotion during these times:
Tuesday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. Saturday, 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. Sunday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.; 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. (last Sunday, May 24)
Mass Schedule Listing Starting May 31, Pentecost Sunday, we can once again gather for Mass. Current advisory is that each gathering is limited to 10 people. You must call the parish office (306-565-0909) and speak to Ana during the week prior to the Mass which you want to attend. Please do not leave a message for your request nor send an email request. We would like as many people as possible to have the chance to attend Mass, so in fairness to others it would be considerate not to have the same people to attend every Sunday. Thank you for your patience and understanding in this matter. Growing God's Kingdom in a Material World - Stewardship through New Eyes
"Seek first the kingdom of God and its righteousness..." (Matt. 6:33)
You are invited to register for a free series of ecumenical webinars on stewardship, Thursdays at 3pm (Saskatchewan time). May 28 - "Growing the stewardship garden" with Fr. John Weckend June 4 - "Relational giving" with Susan Graham Walker and others June 11 - "Legacy giving" with Kurtis Krug, professional financial advisor
All are welcome for one or all webinars. Free of charge.
Registration required: https://bit.ly/3fwRjta
For further information, contact: Archdeacon Cheryl Toth at [email protected]
This series is organized in the spirit of the LAURC Covenant by the Anglican Diocese of Qu'Appelle, the Saskatchewan Synod of the ELCIC, and the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Regina.
HRC Financial Statement for April 2020
Offertory collection $21,807.00 (April 2019: $32,974.00) Building donations $1,965.00 (April 2019: $2,838.00) Prorated collection budget shortfall to date $35,247.00 Deficit including other income (hall rentals, etc.) $73,000.00 less than this time last year
Email Communications
Keeping connected with parishioners and friends via e-mail is proving efficient and cost-saving. If you know of parishioners who are not receiving e-mail communications, please ask them to e-mail Ana, our HRC office manager, at [email protected]. Thank you.
HRC now accepts Interac e-transfer
You can send your donations and mass offerings to us directly. Please utilize message portion for transfer details and send to [email protected] Your e-donation will be included to your annual tax receipt. Thank you for your continuing support of our parish.
Roman Catholic Archdiocese of REGINA OFFICE OF THE ARCHBISHOP
445 Broad Street N., Regina, SK, CANADA S4R 2X8 Tel: (306) 352-1651 Fax: (306) 352-6313 E-mail: chancery @archregina.sk.ca
May 20, 2020
To all people in the Archdiocese of Regina
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
These directives have been prepared, in consultation with a working group of priests and pastoral centre staff, with the following principles in mind:
Spiritual and sacramental life of all people is a vital part of our existence as church. The care for the physical health of all people is vital. Understanding how the Covid-19 virus spreads, and the timeline of the virus within an individual, is important for preventing and tracking the disease it causes. A person may have, and transmit, the virus without any symptoms. Following the directives and recommendations of the Saskatchewan Health Authority is mandatory.
The guidelines provided must be met by every parish that wishes to open for Eucharistic gatherings, prayer, or any other form of devotions or sacramental ministry. Pastors and parish administrators have been provided with detailed guidelines for the celebration of the Eucharist. Where there is more than one way of doing something, the local priest, along with his staff or liturgy volunteers, should determine the best way for them to proceed, and communicate those directions clearly to their parishioners.
As with other places around the province and country, the return to gatherings in churches will require new habits and new ways of being present in a church. All people can help provide confidence in moving our churches forward into future phases of reopening if we show kindness, patience, and charity towards each other.
People who would consider themselves to be vulnerable and more high-risk for contracting Covid-19 will likely choose not to attend Mass or go to a church at this time. All people need to be treated with respect, compassion and without judgement, as to whether they choose to physically go to church or not.
Consultation continues regarding the celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation originally scheduled for Easter and late Spring, and for larger gatherings in churches. Information will be updated and communicated as soon as changes are made.
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Phase I - Current
Dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass remains in place as granted by Archbishop Don Bolen in his letter dated March 18, 2020.
All of the following may be taking place in our churches at this time as long as guidelines linked with each one are met:
Sacrament of Reconciliation, which may also be celebrated in an appropriate outdoor setting. Private Prayer in Church which may include Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Sacrament of Baptism Funerals Sacrament of Matrimony Care for the Dying in a Health Care Facility or Home Offices may open in a limited way (determined by parish) and meetings of less than 10 people may be held as long as physical distancing can be maintained at all times. Where larger meetings are required, or the required physical distancing is not possible, meetings are to be held by conference call or online platform. Gatherings for devotions and prayers may be held as indicated in the document Private Prayer in Church. Prayers and devotions may also be carried out by telephone, conference call or online platforms. Contact with parishioners by phone or email should be made regularly. Daily Eucharistic celebrations continue at this time with just the priest present. If the Mass is being livestreamed, one or two other people may be present to assist the priest. The only parishes with exceptions in the Archdiocese, where more than one or two people are present, have sought the permission of the Archbishop.
Local health directives: 1. No more than 10 people may gather in one place at a time. 2. Individuals who do not live in the same household must maintain 2m distancing between each other at all times. 3. Participants should limit their contact with surfaces near them, and all surfaces should be sanitized when the gathering ends.
Cleaning instructions for public places must strictly be followed. Parishes will need to ensure that they are using an approved disinfecting solution.
Phase II – beginning May 30th
Dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass remains in place as granted by Archbishop Don Bolen in his letter dated March 18, 2020.
Directives from Phase I continue to apply in Phase II.
Weekday and weekend Eucharistic Celebrations may expand to include up to 10 people (including the 2 priest and others providing ministry) following Archdiocesan directives. Local parishes have received detailed instructions with respect to liturgical celebrations and cleaning guidelines. Please follow the instructions provided at each parish.
Phase III - TBA
Dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass remains in place as granted by Archbishop Don Bolen in his letter dated March 18, 2020.
Directives from Phase I will continue to apply in Phase III unless otherwise noted when we reach that stage of reopening.
Following consultation with local health authorities, Eucharistic celebrations may expand to include more people. The Re-Open Saskatchewan Plan allows for gatherings of up to 15 in Phase Three. All guidelines and directives will be updated to reflect the number of people allowed to gather in churches.
Leaders of faith communities province-wide have expressed their desire to enter into conversation with government and health officials to address a wide range of questions, reflective of the various categories of activities that are hosted in our places of worship. Among other things, we will be enquiring whether large churches, which can safely accommodate many more than 10 people while safeguarding a 2 m. distance, might be able to bring more people together. The people of the Archdiocese will be informed as further steps are able to be taken.
Perseverance to you all. The Lord is with us. Trust in Him.
Yours in the Risen Lord,
✠Donald Bolen Archbishop of Regina
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HOLY ROSARY CATHEDRAL 3125-13th Avenue, Regina, SK S4T 1P2, CANADA Office: 2104 Garnet Street, Regina, SK S4T 6Y5, CANADA Tel: (306) 565-0909 | Email: [email protected] | Fax: (306) 522-6526
May 22, 2020
Dear Parishioners,
Praise be to God! We have now been given permission to open our churches for community prayer. Starting May 31, Pentecost Sunday, we can once again gather for Mass.
However, (and this is a big "however"), the advisory is that each gathering is limited to 10 people. Furthermore, certain protocols must be followed, to safeguard the health of everyone. The congregation, though small, must keep to the norms of social distancing, both in the pews and while receiving Holy Communion. The pews will be sanitized after each Mass.
We will have Masses on Sundays at 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 7:00 p.m. The Mass on Pentecost at 9:00 a.m. will be presided by His Grace, Archbishop Donald Bolen and it will be live-streamed.
The logistics are somewhat complicated, but not insurmountable, with everyone's co-operation. We cannot monitor the number of people at the door; "first come first served" is not a fair policy; we do not want to have to send people home.
Therefore, if you wish to attend Mass on Sundays (and ONLY registered parishioners can attend), please speak directly to Ana at 306-565-0909 to put your name on a list. You will receive confirmation immediately. Please do not leave requests on the phone. Obviously, not everyone can be accommodated each week. We will be guided by fairness to all. We will make sure that you are accommodated some time, and that everyone has a chance to attend Mass as often as possible, depending on how many requests we receive.
Please pass this message on to those who may not be on our e-mail list. Thank you for your patience and understanding in this matter.
Yours in Christ,
Rev. Danilo Rafael, Pastor, Holy Rosary Cathedral
Samy McCarthy Pastoral Chair, HRC Council
Holy Rosary Cathedral respectfully acknowledges that we are situated on Treaty 4 territory, traditional lands of First Nations and Métis people.
In Loving Memory of PRAYER All CWL Members Lord, Jesus. (deceased) We repent of our sins. Come by the Holy Rosary CWL into our hearts. Wash us clean. You are our Lord and Savior. Lead us to our In Loving Memory of heavenly home. AMEN.
Rob Heidt Feb.11,1969 – Oct. 3, 2016 Love, Sarah, Nadia & family
In Loving Memory of In Loving Memory of In Loving Memory of Tommy Lucia Phonsavatdy Edwin Fesser Francis Edward Craig Penner Sept.30, 1916 – Dec. 2, 1998 d. Nov. 3, 2015 Oct. 27, 2011 - Oct. 10, 2012 by Family Love, Louella & Family The Craig Penner family
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In Loving Memory of In Loving Memory of In Loving Memory of Archbishop Daniel Bohan Richard Livingstone Albert and Maria Nov. 8, 1941 – Jan. 15, 2016 Dec. 21, 1947- July 19, 2019 Rogal Chapple families by Livingstone Family Love Alice and Family
In Loving Memory of In Loving Memory of In Loving Memory of Al Luzny Alma Luzny Mariano, Elsie, Nestor, Nov. 20, 1928 - May 28, 2012 May 16, 1930 – Oct. 19, 2017 Emma, Shirley & Imelda by Luzny Family by Luzny Family RAFAEL
Peace Prayer of St. Francis Hail Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy. Lord, make me an instrument of Your peace: Hail our life, our sweetness and our hope! To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Where there is hatred, let me sow love; In Grateful Memory of Where there is injury, pardon; Eve. To thee do we send up our sighs, Where there is doubt, faith; Gerald Frank Grill mourning and weeping in this valley of tears! Turn then O most gracious Advocate, Thine Where there is despair, hope; Bernadette Kutarna, Wife eyes of mercy toward us. And after this, our Where there is darkness, light; exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy Where there is sadness, joy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet O, Divine Master, grant that I may not so Virgin Mary. Pray for us, O holy Mother of God. much seek to be consoled as to console, In Grateful Memory of That we may be made worthy of the to be understood as to understand, promises of Christ. to be loved as to love. Lillian E. & Henry A. ♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫ For it is in giving that we receive, Kutarna O my Jesus, forgive us our sins It is in pardoning that we are pardoned, by their Children Save us from the fires of hell And it is in dying that we are born to eternal Lead all souls to heaven life. AMEN. Especially those most in need of thy mercy.
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The Archdiocese of Regina, in communication with Thinking Faith #191: Creationism and the Catholic Catholic health leaders, has compiled a series of Church - Part 2 one-page directives and guidelines on a Talking the speed of light, what the first amoeba ate, variety of issues affecting churches and and the conspiracy of Creationism in this part two of sacramental practice during this COVID-19 a multi-part series on Creationism and the Catholic pandemic. Information is provided on current Church. government directives, private prayer in church, Show Snippet: “This is a constant argument that sacraments, weddings, funerals, and more. all Creationists use about Christian scientists who https://archregina.sk.ca/content/church-and-sacra- believe in evolution - they are seeking the approval mental-guidelines-covid-19-pandemic of the world. So, John Paul and Benedict, who are willing to stand up to the world on a whole host of questions...suddenly on the question of evolution, are Weekday and Sunday Mases caving to look wise in the eyes of the world?” Masses will be livestreamed from Resurrection Parish, http://thinkingfaith.libsyn.com/creationism-and-the- Regina at 9:00 AM daily - archregina.sk.ca/live catholic-church-part-2
Archbishop Donald Bolen’s Weekly Message View the latest weekly video message from Archbishop Donald Bolen https://archregina.sk.ca/archbishops-office/ archbishop-bolen-weekly
During this difficult time, your parish is here for you! Contact your local parish for the various ways they can keep you connected. Our parishes have to be closed to protect the safety of all of us during this outbreak. Our parishes have regular and ongoing expenses, although we can’t attend Mass, these expenses still remain. During this Seeking Unity: Basic Principles of Ecumenism time it’s prudent to consider how you might support Wednesday, May 13, in episode 3 of our webinar, Nicholas your parish. Your donation can be made to any parish Jesson presents basic principles of ecumenical engagement. through the Archdiocese of Regina by: This one hour, free webinar will include a presentation of • Pre-authorized direct debit principles that orient the ecumenical movement. • E-Transfer To register, email me at [email protected] If you • Offline by cheque have registered for episode 1 or 2, please use the same • Phone Zoom link. • Credit card The full Seeking Unity webinar series is available online at Visit our website for more information on how you Youtube.com/ArchdioceseRegina. can continue to support your parish.
Page One BULLETIN BOARD Care for our Common Home If you haven’t already watched the first three episodes of “Caring for our Common Home”, we are working our way through Pope Francis’ encyclical, Laudato Si `and we would love to have you join us on Facebook - https:// www.facebook.com/ArchdioceseofRegina/ This week we are looking at Chapter 4 Integral Equality – Justice for the Generations. Thursday, May 14 at 7:00 PM to find out. You can watch this and other episodes at: https://youtu. be/OHPJeheoCo8?t=13
Livestream Rosary from Christ the King Parish, Regina Hoin us via Livestream to pray the rosary daily Monday to Friday 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Saturday 4 – 6 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to noon. Just go to our homepage at www.christtheking.ca and click on the link pertaining to the Rosary and Adoration. The link is under Live Stream Events near the top of the page and on the left side (if using a computer).
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Compassionate Listening If you find that during this difficult time you need a compassionate listening ear, visit archregina.sk.ca/ archregina-outreach for a list of spiritual directors and candidates in training who have volunteered their time to be there for anyone who is struggling.
Good Samaritan Outreach Project The Archdiocese of Regina has volunteers from all around the diocese who are willing to reach out if you are in need. If you need groceries or essential items but are ill, immobile or quarantined and so not able to leave the house AT ALL (noting that NONE of us should be leaving more than absolutely necessary!) please contact us and we will set you up with a volunteer who can help. Please also contact us if you live alone and are feeling lonely and isolated. We can arrange for someone to check in on you by phone. We are committed to operating in such a way that the Health Canada Guidelines, and provincial Public Health Orders from our Chief Medical Officer and provincial government are strictly adhered to. If you need some assistance please email [email protected] at anytime. OR call 306-541-3086 between 9-5 Tuesday-Saturday.
Archdiocese of Regina COVID-19 UPDATES 445 Broad St. North The Pastoral office is now closed to the public until further Regina, SK S4R 2X8 notice, if you need to reach a staff member, the best way to 306-352-1651 contact them is by email. A full list of their contact information, www.archregina.sk.ca along with other resources is available on the COVID-19 Bulletin announcements can be sent to: Updates page at archregina.sk.ca. [email protected]
Online Catechetical Resources Stewardship Bulletin Bit Our Catechist Robert Barr has put together a wide variety of online resources for children, teens, adult and families May 17, 2020 - 6th Sunday of Easter https://archregina.sk.ca/catechetical-support-parishes “For it is better to suffer for doing good, if that be God’s will, than for doing evil.” (1 Peter 3:17) Prayers, Devotions and Resources Visit the Prayers and Devotions page to find information on The old line says “if you want to make God laugh, tell daily mass, daily readings and reflections, prayers, stations him your plans.” Many of us are diligent in our planning of the cross and other resources that may be valuable during and making sure things are progressing smoothly. this time of social distancing. Then disaster strikes, we don’t get the result that was https://archregina.sk.ca/prayers-devotions-resources intended or an unforeseen problem arises. Many times, we may respond negatively and ask, “Why me? I did : https:// Also see our page with French Resources everything right!” Here’s the thing – adversity humbles archregina.sk.ca/fr/prieres-devotions-et-ressources us and reminds us of our dependence on God and not on our own self-reliance. Rest assured, God has a better plan in store for you.
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