Ukrainian Catholic Districts of North Battleford and Hafford 922 108th Street, North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 2A8 Rev. Fr. Ivan Derkach 306-937-3767 cell 306-317-8730 [email protected] www.skeparchy.org

Mass Intentions: If you wish to offer a Divine Liturgy for someone (see Father) *Father is available for sick calls and is always ready for confession anytime. * Warm welcome to Parishioners and all Visitors

Christ is Risen Indeed He is Risen

On the Samaritan Woman “Jesus answered and said to her, ‘Whoever shall drink of this water shall thirst again. But whoever shall drink of the water that I shall give shall never thirst again’” (John 4:13). Insipid, temporary, and unsatisfying was that life and its glory, for it was worldly, but the water which the Savior gives is from His spirit and His power. . .The words “shall never thirst again” mean that His life is eternal and never perishes as does the first (life) which the well provides, but rather is lasting. For the Grace and gift of our Savior cannot be taken away and is not consumed or destroyed in the one who partakes of it. The first life is perishable. (Royal Doors)

Liturgical Services May 26 10:00 am NB /12:30 pm Uhryniw Praznyk - Cemetery Blessing

June 2 10:00 am NB / 12:00 pm Speers Praznyk – Cemetery Blessing June 9 10:00 am NB / 12:30 pm Orolow Praznyk – Cemetery Blessing

June 16 10:00 am NB Praznyk – Cemetery Blessing – (Brada – 1:00 pm)(City – 2:00 pm) NO Divine Liturgy in Hafford

June 21 (Friday) 11:00 am Whitkow Praznyk- Cemetery Blessing June 23 10:00 am NB / 12:00 pm Hafford Praznyk – Cemetery Blessing June 30 10:00 am NB / 12:30 pm Welychko Praznyk – Cemetery Blessing

Upon entering church and Father has not yet arrived, use this time wisely in quiet contemplation. Father is definitely on route following his first Divine Liturgy. This is a great opportunity to prepare yourself with prayer and contemplation to receive the gift of the Holy Eucharist. There is always plenty of time following Divine Liturgy for gathering in fellowship and community.

IN APPRECIATION: The Hafford Pastoral District has completed a successful Mega Meat Raffle fundraiser made possible through the generosity, hard work and dedication of many individuals. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who assisted in raising the much-needed finances to help provide the ministry and worship that fosters God's love and spirituality in our faith community. We extend a grateful thank you to everyone who helped with the fundraiser by giving generous donations, purchasing tickets and in so many other ways. Thank you to businesses and contact individuals who distributed and sold many tickets. A sincere thank you to the North Battleford District for their wonderful support. May God bless you all! A special thank you to our priest, Father Ivan Derkach for his prayers, encouragement and support. Hafford Pastoral District Council

Draw Winners 1. Beef - Melanie Hupaelo, Blaine Lake 7. Sausage – Brinley Hupaelo, Hafford 2. Pork - Peter Zuck, Hafford 8. Ribs – Gordon Mullet, North Battleford 3. Steaks – Mary Phelps, North Battleford 9. Ribs – Bernice Merkowsky, North Battleford 4. Combo – Marie Hurnanen, Lethbridge 10. Turkey – Claire Hupaelo, Nipawin 5. Bison – Natalie Lewchuk, Blaine Lake 11. Roast – John Partyka, Speers 6. Sausage – Steve Bogar, Hafford

Liturgical worship reminds us time after time that our God, who cannot be explained by human concepts, still lovingly calls us to be one with Him. This is an occasion of deepening our sense of faith and our feelings toward God and others. (God With Us Publications)

Please continue to pray for the sick, elderly and shut-ins and all those in need.