Solemnity of Canadian Martyrs - Sep 26, 2010

First Friday Mass & Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Oct 1 (Fri). Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament from 9:00 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. Vocations hour at 6:00 p.m., Benediction at 7:45 p.m. followed by Mass in Cantonese at 8:00 p.m. Please sign up at the Info Counter.

15th Anniversary Dinner at Dragon View Chinese Cuisine this Sunday at 6:30 pm. Remember to bring your ticket & celebrate.

Bishops' Collection for the Needs of the Church in Canada A special collection will be held this weekend. The monies raised will be sent to our diocese, which will use these revenues to help pay its annual contribution to the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB). Thank you for your generosity.

ROSARY October is the month of the Rosary. You are invited to say Rosary together. Please come 25 minutes before every Sunday Masses (except 8:15 a.m.).

Papal Honour Fr. Francis Chang will be among other 20 who will receive the papal honour next Sunday (Oct 3), 2:30 p.m. at Holy Rosary Cathedral. Everyone is welcome to the Mass.

Learning our Catholic Faith

Adult Catechism (RCIA) 2010-2011

For inquirers and Catholics preparing for confirmation.

In Cantonese (every Wednesday) 7:00-9:00 p.m.

In English (every Thursday) at 7:00-8:30 p.m.

In Mandarin (every Saturday) 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Classes have started, please register as soon as possible.

Children Catechism PREP in English Classes for Gr. 1 - 7 (every Wednesday) from 7:00-8:15 p.m. have started, please register as soon as possible.

Youth Faith Formation Program (YFFP)

YFFP is still accepting registrations. Please note that sessions will start on Oct 4 (Mon) from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in rooms A & B. Please register as soon as possible at the Info Counter.

World Youth Day Youth Ministry is forming a World Youth Day team to go to Spain next year. If you are joining the team, please make your $100 deposit at the Parish Office by Oct 1 (Fri) to confirm your spot.

CM Voice Sep/Oct issue has been published, please pick one at Info Counter.

Knights of Columbus is hosting a Thanksgiving Dinner & Dance Party on Oct 9 (Sat). Tickets will be sold after Mass at $25 each. Please contact Michael Wong at 778-773-1226.

Holy Land Items A family from Nazareth will be here next Sunday to sell religious item, as a way to help those stay in homeland.

Project Advance We are only $10,194 short of our goal. Have you participated yet? Please pledge in parish office during office hours. Every gift makes a difference - every gift counts.

In the news this week, the media reported that there are many charities whose expenses significantly diminish the amount of your donation that reaches your intended charity. Project Advance's administrative costs are just an amazingly low 3% of donations. All Project Advance donors can be assured that their donations are reaching the many groups that are supported by Project Advance.

Rectory Redevelopment Foundation work has begun. Please keep the project in your prayer and donation is still welcome.

Parish Community Activities

Mandarin Conversation Class teaching everyday speaking skill and vocabulary. Every Saturday, 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m. Please register in advance at parish office in the morning. Invitation for All Temporary Foreign Workers: LCP, Low Skill Pilot Project Sep 26, 3 - 5 p.m. at our parish. For info, contact Sr. Cecilia 604-272-4779 hudec@telus.net.

Freedom to Love Christopher West will talk on applying Pope John Paul's II 'Theology of the Body' to life & relationship, on Oct 2, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at St. Patrick's Parish. Archbishop Miller will celebrate Mass at 8 a.m. Call 604-270-9463 or visit www.bc.cfc.ca/prolife.

Salt, Light and Leaven On Oct 2 (Sat), 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Westminster Abbey. Fr. Abbot John Braganza, OSB will have an extended reflection on how to live your lay vocation today with vigour and serenity. Admission is free.

The Catholic Forum invites you to explore the topic on "New Evangelization and Mission Oriented Parishes" with Rev. Msgr. Mark Hagemoen on Oct 5 (Tue) at 7 p.m. at St. Mary's Parish, Vancouver.

Thanksgiving Mass for Seniors Archbishop Miller will celebrate Mass on Oct 7, 10 a.m. at St. Patrick's Parish, Vancouver followed by a light lunch and "meet and greet" with the Archbishop. Please contact your parish office to register. Space is limited!

Homecoming - Reaching Out and Welcoming Learn how you can reach out and welcome inactive Catholics back to the Church. Keynote speaker is Fr. Robert Barron. Oct 23 (Sat) at St. Mary's Parish. Visit www.rcav.org/congress.

Exhibition of the Eucharistic Miracles of the World will be on display at St. Paul Parish from Oct 15 to 17. Eucharistic Retreat with Fr. Gabriel on Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. No registration necessary. Please bring lunch.

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Sep 19, 2010

First Friday Mass & Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament on Oct 1 (Fri). Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament from 9:00 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. Vocations hour at 6:00 p.m., Benediction at 7:45 p.m. followed by Mass in Cantonese at 8:00 p.m. Please sign up at the Info Counter.

“15 Years & Growing”

To celebrate the 15th anniversary of our parish, the followings will be held next Sunday on Sep 26:-

1. Thanksgiving Mass by Archbishop Miller at 10:00 a.m. (according to Archbishop’s schedule)

2. Feast Day Dinner at Dragon View Chinese Cuisine at 6:30 pm. Tickets at $35 (adult) and $28 (12 year old or below) are available after Mass.

Knights of Columbus is hosting a Thanksgiving Dinner & Dance Party on Oct 9 (Sat). Tickets will be sold after Mass at $25 each. Please contact Michael Wong at 778-773-1226.

Bishops’ Collection for the Needs of the Church in Canada The annual collection will be held next weekend. The monies raised will be sent to our diocese, which will use these revenues to help pay its annual contribution to the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB). Thank you for your generosity.

Learning our Catholic Faith

Adult Catechism (RCIA) 2010-2011

For inquirers and Catholics preparing for confirmation.

In Cantonese (every Wednesday) 7:00-9:00 p.m.

In English (every Thursday) at 7:00-8:30 p.m.

In Mandarin (every Saturday) 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Classes have started, please register as soon as possible.

Children Catechism PREP in English Classes for Gr. 1 - 7 (every Wednesday) from 7:00-8:15 p.m. have started, please register as soon as possible.

Youth Faith Formation Program (YFFP)

We’re now accepting Gr.8 - 12 registration, starting this Monday 7 - 8:30 p.m. in Rm A & B. Registration forms are available at the Info Counter.

Project Advance We are only $11,134 short of our goal. Have you participated yet? Please pledge in parish office during office hours. Every gift makes a difference - every gift counts.

Rectory Redevelopment Foundation work has begun. Please keep the project in your prayer and donation is still welcome.

Parish Community Activities

Mandarin Conversation Class teaching everyday speaking skill and vocabulary. Every Saturday, 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m. Please register in advance at parish office in the morning or call Mabel at 604-808-9600 after 10:00 a.m.

Rest in Peace ~ Teresa Shiao Lin Wu

Invitation for All Temporary Foreign Workers: LCP, Low Skill Pilot Project Sep 26, 3 - 5 p.m. at our parish. For info, please contact Sr. Cecilia 604-272-4779 hudec@telus.net.

Be Healed by the Touch Internationally acclaimed speakers Maria Vadia and Fr. George Montague, SM will be present in the Charismatic Conference at Broadway Church on Sep 24 (Fri) at 7 to 10 p.m. and Sep 25 (Sat) 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Mass at 5 p.m. Contact Lennie 604-597-8227; visit www.vccrs.ca.

Exhibition of the Eucharistic Miracles of the World will be on display at St. Paul Parish, Richmond from Oct 15 to 17. Display Hours: Fri (10 a.m. - 4 p.m.), Sat (9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.), Sun (8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., 7 - 9 p.m.). Eucharistic Retreat with Fr. Gabriel on Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. No registration necessary. Please bring a bag lunch. Everyone is welcome.

The Alpha Course Check out the course at the free dinner & movie night at St. Joseph the Worker Parish on Sep 22 (Wed) at 6:30 p.m. Reservations: 604-524-2019.

Marian Conference Coming to Surrey Sep 25, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Chandos Pattison Auditorium. Concludes with Mass at 5 p.m. For info, call 604-888-7727 or visit www.rpcollege.bc.ca

Archdiocese Fall Institute 2010 on Sep 25 (Sat) at Holy Cross Regional Secondary. A variety of programs to enrich adult Catholics in their faith formation and to prepare them for lay ministry in the Church. Interested please visit www.rcav.org/ore/fall for more details.

Salt, Light and Leaven Enjoy a day of prayer, reflection and ecclesial communion at Westminster Abbey on Oct 2 (Sat), 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Fr. Abbot John Braganza, OSB will have an extended reflection on how to live your lay vocation today with vigor and serenity. Admission is free.

Learn about the Modern NFP Methods Natural Family Planning methods are the result of scientific research and are among the most accurate in achieving or postponing pregnancy. Pick up a brochure and the schedule for classes.

Employment Opportunities

Check www.rcav.org/employment for full details.

24th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Sep 12, 2010

Commissioning of Catechists Today we pray and commission our catechists to work for the Lord in our parish. Please support them in your prayers.

5 Years & Growing

To celebrate the 15th anniversary of our parish, the followings will be held on Sep 26 (Sun):-

1. Thanksgiving Mass by Archbishop Miller at 10:00 a.m.

2. Feast Day Dinner at Dragon View Chinese Cuisine at 6:30 pm. Tickets at $35 (adult) and $28 (12 year old or below) are available after Mass.

Liturgy of Word for Children will resume next weekend. Parents are encouraged to send their children to this liturgy service during Mass.

Learning our Catholic Faith

Adult Catechism (RCIA) 2010-2011

For inquirers and Catholics preparing for confirmation.

In Cantonese (every Wednesday) 7:00-9:00 p.m.

In English (every Thursday) at 7:00-8:30 p.m.

In Mandarin (every Saturday) 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Classes have started, please register as soon as possible.

Children Catechism PREP in English Classes for Gr. 1 - 7 will begin from Sep 15 (every Wednesday) from 7:00-8:15 p.m. Please register as soon as possible.

Youth Faith Formation Program (YFFP). Faith formation is lifelong,...and it takes a community to form young disciples? We are now accepting Gr.8-12 registration for our YFFP starting this September. Registration forms are available at the Info Counter.

Mandarin Evangelization Catholic Friends is inviting Mandarin speaking friends of our parishioners who would like to know God and our Catholic faith to a gathering on Sep 18 (Sat) at 6:30 p.m. The theme is “Who is our neighbors?” Please sign up.

Parish Pastoral Council will be held on Sep 17 (Fri) 7:30 p.m. Please send at least one representative from each parish group.

Knights of Columbus is hosting a Thanksgiving Dinner & Dance Party on Oct 9 (Sat). Tickets will be sold after Mass at $25 each. Please contact Michael Wong at 778-773-1226.

Private Tuition An Irish missionary family who has rich teaching experience can offer private full time tuition for English and Mandarin in Richmond. Contact Parish Office.

Project Advance We are only $12,184 short of our goal. Have you participated yet? Please pledge in parish office during office hours. Every gift makes a difference - every gift counts.

Rectory Redevelopment Contract has been signed with Zagreb Construction Inc. Construction has started. Please keep the project in your prayer and donation is still welcome.

Parish Community Activities

Mandarin Conversation Class teaching everyday speaking skill and vocabulary. Class will start on Sep 18 (every Saturday) 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.. Please register in advance at parish office in the morning or call Mabel at 604-808-9600 after 10:00 a.m. (Can the parishioner who has called about the class, please call Mabel again.)

A Course in Theology of the Body Come and discover God’s plan for life and learn about this revolutionary teaching of John Paul II. The 11-week course begins Sep 16 at St. Jude School, from 7:00 - 9:15 p.m. To register please call Respect Life Office 604-683-0281.

Do You Work or Volunteer in Health Care? On Sep 16, a conference with the theme “Analogue People in a Digital World” will be held at the Executive Plaza Hotel in Coquitlam, speaker: Archbishop Thomas Collins of Toronto. Registration form is available at www.chabc.bc.ca under upcoming events or by calling 604-524-3427.

Beatification of John Henry Cardinal Newman Saint Mark’s College, the Newman Club of UBC, and the Newman Association of Vancouver invite you to join at a Mass on Sept 19 (Sun) at 10:00 a.m. followed by a reception. Celebrant: Archbishop J. Michael Miller.

Be Healed by the Touch Internationally acclaimed speakers Maria Vadia and Fr. George Montague, SM will be present in the Charismatic Conference at Broadway Church on Sep 24 (Fri) at 7 to 10 p.m. and Sep 25 (Sat) 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Mass at 5 p.m. Contact Lennie 604-597-8227; visit www.vccrs.ca.

Dialogue on Aging Dementia and Ethical Dilemmas: Answers to hard questions for families. Sept 17, 6:15 p.m. at the Vancouver Convention Centre.

Archdiocese Fall Institute 2010 on Sep 25 (Sat) at Holy Cross Regional Secondary. A variety of programs to enrich adult Catholics in their faith formation and to prepare them for lay ministry in the Church. Interested please visit www.rcav.org/ore/fall for more details.

Salt, Light and Leaven Come and enjoy a day of prayer, reflection and ecclesial communion at Westminster Abbey on Oct 2 (Sat), 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Fr. Abbot John Braganza, OSB will have an extended reflection on how to live your lay vocation today with vigor and serenity. Admission is free.

Employment Opportunities

Check www.rcav.org/employment for full details.