Sixth Sunday of Easter May 6, 2018
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Sixth Sunday of Easter May 6, 2018 Christ died to bring us life in the Spirit. Let us give thanks and praise to God. Diocese of Alexandria-Cornwall united to Archdiocese of Ottawa “in persona episcopi” – appointment of Most Rev. Terrence Prendergast as Bishop of Alexandria-Cornwall: It was announced at the Vatican on April 27 that Pope Francis has united the Diocese of Alexandria-Cornwall and the Archdiocese of Ottawa ‘in the person of the bishop’ [ in persona episcopi]. Archbishop Prendergast is no longer the Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Alexandria- Cornwall but now its Bishop. Moreover, a second Auxiliary Bishop will be appointed at a later date to assist Archbishop Prendergast specifically for the territory of Alexandria-Cornwall. CWL - Spring is finally here, please join us for the CWL General meeting Tuesday May 8 starting at 7:30. Hope to see you there.” Ladies On Lunch (LOL) is a group for women of the parish and their female friends who gather for lunch, every third Wednesday of the month at 11:30 am. To reserve a seat or for more information contact Hilary Als at [email protected] or by telephone at (613) 845-0073. The next gathering is May 16th at the Persis Grill located at 2288 Tenth Line Rd. Please RSVP by 6:00 pm on Monday, May 14th in order to make a reservation. Saint Vincent de Paul North of 60 Project – Rankin Inlet Wow, we’re almost half way there! As you know, the St. Vincent de Paul Conference of our Parish is participating in the National collection of food for the people in the Canadian Far North – Rankin Inlet, who are living in extreme poverty. Our parish goal is to collect a total of 400 cans of fruit (398ml size of peaches, pears, mandarins, etc.) and 400 snack size packages of applesauce (6 per package). Thank you so very much to everyone who has made a donation. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. While we’ve had a very good start to meeting our parish goal, your continued support is needed. Over the next month we will continue to collect the Brand name fruit and applesauce products. If you prefer to make a cash donation, envelopes are available and can be deposited in the SSVP box, which is at the front door of the church. Please note on the envelope, “North of 60”. Offering for April 29, 2018 Sunday Envelopes: $ 2401.00 AC/Visa/MC $ 2660.00 Loose: $ 652.00 Total Collection: $ 5713.00 Our financial requirements are approx. $8,000 per week to support our approx. $2,000 a week mortgage payment. Sunday, 6th May, marks the beginning of National Pro-Life Week in Canada. Information brochures on the events taking place in Ottawa are available in the Vestibule. Every year approximately 20,000 people march through the streets of Ottawa to show their support for life. The theme for this year's National March is "Pro-Life All In". Please show your love for life by your presence at some of the events taking place in Ottawa during this week. Tickets to the Rose Dinner, the Youth Banquet and the Youth Conference are available by calling 613-729-0379. Are euthanasia and assisted suicide laws leading society down a dangerous path? You are invited to the International Film Premiere of Fatal Flaws: Legalizing Assisted Death, a film by Kevin Dunn, on Tuesday, May 8 at the Ottawa Little Theatre at 7 pm. The film features powerful testimonies from four different countries, including Canada, the USA, the Netherlands and Belgium. Following the film, there will be a round table discussion on Medical Aid in Dying laws around the world. For tickets and to view the trailer, visit www.FatalFlawsFilm.com or through the Euthanasia Prevention Coalition. Limited amount of complimentary tickets are available to priests, religious, parish staff and parishioners. RSVP to: [email protected] at your earliest convenience as the theatre is sure to fill up! Palliative Care Focus Groups: The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) in collaboration with Pallium Canada and Dominican University College, has initiated focus-groups with some Catholic parishes in Ottawa. The purpose of the focus-groups is to ascertain the questions that are being asked by the faithful with regards to what palliative care is, Catholic teaching on end-of-life issues, and the support mechanisms they feel are needed as a person prepares to die, including subsequent bereavement. Sun., May 6, 1-3 p.m. at Holy Spirit Parish (www.holyspiritparish.ca/); Sun., May 13, 2-4 p.m. at Divine Infant Parish (www.divineinfant.on.ca/); Sun., May 27, 1-3 p.m. at Good Shepherd Parish (www.thegoodshepherdparish.com/). The Pilgrims are Taking the Road Again: Pilgrims will again be departing from Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica to walk to St. Joseph Oratory, Montreal – 12 days – with a stop at the Sanctuary in Rigaud. 6 walkers will be leaving Ottawa every day from May 25 - June 18. Info: (819-777-6023); ( [email protected]) or ( www.chemindesoutaouais.ca). Catholic Education Week 2018 : Join the OCSB community as we celebrate our spiritual theme,Sent to be the Good News (Luke 4:14-20), and our provincial theme, Renewing the Promise, during Catholic Education Week, Sunday, May 6 – Friday, May 11, 2018. Info:[email protected]. MASS INTENTIONS Saturday, May 5 – Votive Mass of Our Lady in the Easter Season 9:00 am †Guenter Andrews req by Myrna Andrews Saturday, May 5 – Sixth Sunday of Easter (Anticipated Vigil Mass) 5:00 pm †Paddy & Theresa Hyland req by Eric & Geraldine Sharf †Father Joseph Kane req by Marissa Laciak Deceased Grandparents of Dr. G.M. Lusignan Intentions of Michael req by Mary & Kenny Meehan Intentions of Claudia Cudahy req by Hilary Als Sunday, May 6 – Sixth Sunday of Easter 9:00 am For Our Parishioners 11:15 am For the Jary family member’s req by Joe Byrnes Deceased members of the Knights of Columbus Monday, May 7 9:00 am †Guenter Andrews on the 1st Anniversary of his passing †Walter Langill req by the McCloskey family Tuesday, May 8 9:00 am †May Childs req by Bonnie & the famly Thursday, May 10 – 9:00 am †Ricardo de Guzman req by the de Guzman family Friday, May 11 9:00 am Deceased members of the Pereira family Saturday, May 12 – The Ascension of the Lord (Anticipated Vigil Mass) 5:00 pm †For Our Parishioners Sunday, May 13 – The Ascension of the Lord 9:00 am †Marjorie Riopelle req by Edgar & Ada Theoret †Quirino Arnaldo req by the Francisco family †Moe Stafford req by Sharron Stafford Intention of Father Shroff req by Mr. & Mrs. Philip Tang 11:15 am †Guenter Andrews req by Stase Danaitis †Chiarina Bacile req by James & Lea Dunne †Frances Dunham req by the family Intentions of Father Shroff on the anniversary of his Ordination req by the Legion of Mary Please pray for our sick; Joe MacDonell, Jean Scharf, Rose Dugandzic, Romina Andrews, Lorretta Dillon-Robinette, Jean-Ella Lemire, Michael Nortey and John MacDonald. Please pray for our deceased, that they may be received into God’s love PRO LIFE CORNER In today’s Gospel we heard the words: You did not choose me but I chose you. Let us pray that we will love those who God chooses, especially the pre-born and those at risk of being euthanized. Today 6th May, marks the beginning of National Pro-Life Week in Canada. Information brochures on the events taking place in Ottawa are available in the Vestibule. .