Thursday, June 30, 2011

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church bulletin

14 Sunday in Ordinary Time – Jul 3, 2011

 

Parish Theme (July) To Love and Serve the Lord.

1.     If Jesus asks us “Do you love me?”  What will you say?

2.     Vocation is a precious gift from God.  Ever thought of serving God with the rest of your life?

 

We are a family!  “My parish My Home” Friendship Afternoon for the newly registered parishioners will be held on Jul 10 (Sun) at 3:00 p.m.  Those registered from Sep 2009 to May 2011 are invited and will receive letter, email or phone call.  R.S.V.P.

 

Legion of Mary  BOYS and GIRLS, YOUTH and TEENAGERS from the age of 8 to under the age of 18 are invited to a new English Junior Praesidium, Mary Mother Most Chaste. COME and JOIN us starting Jul 13 for 1 hour weekly meetings every Wednesday 5:45 - 6:45 p.m. with others and Sister Beatrice Mak, Spiritual Director.  Christ needs you today!  If you respond, part of His plan for you will be accomplished.   For more info and details, please contact Sister Beatrice Mak at 604-274-4218 or Mary Waung at 778-321-0618.   

 

Pastoral Council    will be held on July 15 (Fri) 7:30 p.m. at Hall.  Please send at least one representative from each parish group.

 

PREP Registration for 2011-12       for Grades 1-7 every Wednesday from 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm.  Classes will begin on Sep 14.  Registrations received before Jun 30 will enjoy an early bird discount.  Financial assistance is also available on request.

 

Revised Mass Text  Catholics throughout the English-speaking world begin using a new translation of the Roman Missal Sunday, Nov. 27, 2011, the first Sunday of Advent.  This affects some of the ritual prayers and responses we say at the Mass.  For the latest news and other information, visit

 

Catechists    Interested in teaching adults our faith in English?  Contact Fr. Paul or parish office.

 

Project Advance 2011

 

-Parish goal: $168,000, of which $36,800 goes to the Archdiocese and $131,200 for debt repayment and rectory construction.

-Suggestion: $432 for each family, or $36/month.

        Methods:

1.     Please pledge at the Parish Office or

2.     Take a pamphlet home; or

3. Go online www.rcav.org.

-Pledge up to-date: $130,432 (77.6%)

 

 Every gift makes a difference - every gift counts.  

 

Churches Visit Aug 8 - 12 from Kamloops via Banff to Calgary.  Cantonese guide accompanied by Fr. Chu.

WYD Bottle Recycling Drive    is coming to an end this Sunday.  Thank you but donations are still welcome for our youths.

 

Rose Prince - Rose of the Carrier Pilgrimage, July 7 to July 11, 2011, Mary, Mother of Christ legionaries joyfully report that this pilgrimage is FULL.   If you wish to send via us prayer intentions to Rose Prince, who quietly and happily lived only for the glory of God, and for her true devotion to Jesus and Our Blessed Mother, please place your folded intentions into the so labeled box at the Info counter.

 

Parish Community Activities

Mandarin Conversation Class        teaching daily speaking skill and vocabulary.  Every Saturday, 1:00-2:00 p.m.   No classes from Jul 2 to 9.  Class resumes on Jul 16 onwards.  Please register in advance at parish office in the morning.

Patchwork Class for Beginners      teaching insulated Christmas hot pan holder & Cute Apron.  Every Tuesday, from Jul 12 to Aug 2, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

 

Congratulations to our Newly Baptized          Gabrielle Riveral, Joaquim Salinel, Jacob Chau, Matthew Hung

 

Day of Recollection    Fr. Abbot John of Westminster Abbey will speak on the vocation of laity at St. Bernadette parish hall on Jul 23 from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.  Please contact Myrna Iglesias at 604-842-7175 or email myrnaiglesias@shaw.ca.

 

Western Canada Chinese Catholic Living Camp (WCCCLC)  This year’s theme is “Tune In to God, Relay His Love”.  It will be held on the Labour Day weekend of Sep 2 - 5 (Fri-Mon) at Camp Charis in Chilliwack. All Chinese Catholics between the ages of 17 to 35 are welcome.  For more information, please visit http://www.wccclc.net.

 

Domestic Violence/Prevention Seminar   Presented by Gabriela Hanova, M.A., M. Phil., followed by questions and answers.  Jul 6, 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Elementary School.  To register call 604-443-3220.

 

Sacred Music at HRC   Sacred Music inspired by Gregorian Chant Soprano Catherine Laub and Cathedral organist Denis Dedard.  Jul 22, 8 p.m. at Holy Rosary Cathedral, Richards & Dunsmuir, Vancouver.  Info: 604-682-6774.

 

Friday, June 24, 2011

Body and Blood of Christ - English Bulletin

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

Body and Blood of Christ – Jun 26, 2011/6/24

 

Pope Benedict XVI    Our Holy Father will celebrate his 60th anniversary of his priestly ordination on Jun 29.  Please remember him in your prayer.

 

First Friday            No Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and 8:00 p.m. Cantonese Mass on July 1 (Fri) when is a public holiday.  Come to the regular 8:30 am Mass.

 

Project Advance 2011

 

-Parish goal: $168,000, of which $36,800 goes to the Archdiocese and $131,200 for debt repayment and rectory construction.

-Suggestion: $432 for each family, or $36/month.

        Methods:

1.     Please pledge at the Parish Office or

2.     Take a pamphlet home; or

3. Go online www.rcav.org.

-Pledge up to-date: $123,959 (73.8%)

Every gift makes a difference - every gift counts.  

 

We are a family!  “My parish My Home” Friendship Afternoon to newly registered parishioners will be held on Jul 10 (Sun) at 3:00 p.m.  Those parishioners registered from Sep 2009 to May 2011 are invited and will receive letter, email or phone call.  R.S.V.P.

 

PREP Registration for 2011-12       for Grades 1-7 are held every Wednesday from 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm.  Classes will begin on Sep 14.  Registrations received before Jun 30 will enjoy an early bird discount.  Financial assistance is also available on request.

 

Catechists    Interested in teaching adults our faith in English?  Contact Fr. Paul or parish office.

 

Youth Faith Formation Program Early Bird Registration is now being accepted at the Info Counter.

 

WYD 2010-2011 Bottle Recycling Drive    is coming to an end on Jul 3 (Sun).  Thank you to all our parishioners and friends who have supported us for the past 16 months.  God bless you all!  Donations welcome.

 

Summer Dress Code    Decent wear is the Sunday best.  Coming to church is not going to party, but to offer solemn worship to God.

 

Revised Mass Text  Catholics throughout the English-speaking world begin using a new translation of the Roman Missal Sunday, Nov. 27, 2011, the first Sunday of Advent.  This affects some of the ritual prayers and responses we say at the Mass.  For the latest news and other information, visit the Archdiocesan website www.rcav.org.

 

Congratulations to Our Confirmandi

 

Oliver Cerezo Vincent Llobrera

Michelle Chan Izelle Lumba

Vienn Chung    Alice Man

Alec Ello Danielle Morales

Anna Katrina Ferandez    Patrick Ruvalcaba

Jessica Fobert Kate Santos

Isabella Funa   Kelgie Sou

Angelo Isidro  Raphael Tam

Jeff Lee   Taylor Vaz

Justin Li   Darragh Winkelman

Paul Li     Nicholas Wong

Michelle Lim  

 

Churches Visit Aug 8 - 12 from Kamloops via Banff to Calgary.  Cantonese guide accompanied by Fr. Chu.

 

Parish Community Activities

Ear Reflexology    Normalize immune system, improve blood circulation, from Jun 25 to Jul 16, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.

Mandarin Conversation Class        teaching daily speaking skill and vocabulary.  Every Saturday, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Please register in advance at parish office in the morning.

 

Congratulation to Our Newly Weds

Gerald Gutierrez & Virginia Sou

 

Pro-life Mass & Vigil   Peaceful, prayerful vigil for unborn children and their parents.  Saturday Jul 3, 9 am.  Mass at Holy Spirit Parish, 244 Lawrence St., New Westminster.  Followed by Rosary at Royal Columbian Hospital.

Day of Recollection    It will be held at St. Bernadette parish hall on Jul 23 from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.  Fr. Abbot John Braganza, OSB will be talking about the specific vocation of men and women, young and old, in the Church who was not called to the priesthood and/or the religious life.  Please contact Myrna Iglesias at 604-842-7175 or email myrnaiglesias@shaw.ca.

 

The Western Canada Chinese Catholic Living Camp (WCCCLC)  This year’s theme is “Tune In to God, Relay His Love”.  It will be held on the Labour Day weekend of Sep 2 - 5 (Fri-Mon) at Camp Charis in Chilliwack. All Chinese Catholics between the ages of 17 to 35 are welcome.  For more information, please visit http://www.wccclc.net.

 

Summer Programs at St. Mark’s College   Registration now open for the Summer Continuing Education and Graduate courses July 4-15.  Register by phone, mail or in person at 604-822-6862.

 

Vocation Live-In    On the weekend of July 1-3 for boys or young men interested in the priesthood or the consecrated life, at the Seminary of Christ the King, call 604-826-8715.

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

RE: NEXT OF KIN !

Dear Sir/Madam,

I got your contact in course of my inquiry to locate relations of my Deceased Client who died in a car crash. On the 7th of August 2004 it was reported to us that my Client, his wife and their only daughter were involved in a car crash. The reason for this is to inherit a Contract Payment Deposits Account of $3.8 million of which the Deceased left in a Finance Firm. This request emerged when the Finance Firm contacted me for the attention of my Deceased Client (perhaps for
one reason or the other they have tried to contact him and was unsuccessful) I announced his death and protocols observed. I was mandated (as the deceased's attorney) to provide the Next of Kin to inherit the Deposits or they will freeze it as" Unclaimed Deposit" Unfortunately, and unknown to the Finance Firm, the Next of Kin was
among the dead in the car crash.

But rather leaving the Deposits/Account frozen hence I seek your help to claim the fund into your Account as you share same names with the Deceased and I have the required Information to execute the transaction under legal process.Upon the conclusion of this transaction, I will come to your country,for the disbursement of this fund, which 40% of the total amount will be your compensation, while 60% will be my share for the investment I will need your help to establish in your country. Email: james_obj@yahoo.com

Yours Faithfully,
Barrister James Obi Esq.

RE: NEXT OF KIN !

Dear Sir/Madam,

I got your contact in course of my inquiry to locate relations of my Deceased Client who died in a car crash. On the 7th of August 2004 it was reported to us that my Client, his wife and their only daughter were involved in a car crash. The reason for this is to inherit a Contract Payment Deposits Account of $3.8 million of which the Deceased left in a Finance Firm. This request emerged when the Finance Firm contacted me for the attention of my Deceased Client (perhaps for
one reason or the other they have tried to contact him and was unsuccessful) I announced his death and protocols observed. I was mandated (as the deceased's attorney) to provide the Next of Kin to inherit the Deposits or they will freeze it as" Unclaimed Deposit" Unfortunately, and unknown to the Finance Firm, the Next of Kin was
among the dead in the car crash.

But rather leaving the Deposits/Account frozen hence I seek your help to claim the fund into your Account as you share same names with the Deceased and I have the required Information to execute the transaction under legal process.Upon the conclusion of this transaction, I will come to your country,for the disbursement of this fund, which 40% of the total amount will be your compensation, while 60% will be my share for the investment I will need your help to establish in your country. Email: james_obj@yahoo.com

Yours Faithfully,
Barrister James Obi Esq.

Friday, June 17, 2011

Holy Trinity - English Bulletin

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church -  Church Bulletin

Holy Trinity – June 19, 2011

 

Pro-Life Sunday  

1. “Today, as we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, we also recognize the wonderful gift of fatherhood....  Fathers are the first protectors of the family, and along with mothers, the primary educators about life for their children, young people learn what it means to build a new culture of life in Canada....  I ask parents once again to educate their children in living the pro-life message by explaining to them why life is a gift always to be respected from conception to natural death.  Our Archdiocesan “Prayer for Reverence for Life” is a helpful tool to bring the Gospel of life to our children in daily prayer within the family.  Let us ask God to make every family a sanctuary of life where unconditional respect for every human is fostered.”

       - Excerpt from message by Archbishop J. Michael Miller, CSB

       (Entire message can be read in rcav.org or our bulletin board) 

2. The proceeds of the second collection today will go to Richmond Right to Life Society.  Donations will be appreciated and any cheques should be made payable to the Society.

 

Leadership    Fr. Paul will be away this Tue to Fri for a pastoral course of leadership.  Please pray for our priests.

 

Pope Benedict XVI    Our Holy Father will celebrate his 60th anniversary of his priestly ordination on Jun 29.  Please remember him in your prayer.

 

First Friday         No Exposition & 8:00 p.m. Mass on July 1 (Fri) a public holiday.  Come to the regular 8:30 am Mass.

 

Summer Dress Code    Decent wear is the Sunday best.  Coming to church is not going to party, but to offer solemn worship to God.

 

Project Advance 2011

 

-Parish goal: $168,000, of which $36,800 goes to the Archdiocese and $131,200 for debt repayment and rectory construction.

-Suggestion: $432 for each family, or $36/month.

       Methods:

1.    Please pledge at the booths (today is the last week to have booth); or

2.    Take a pamphlet home; or

3. Go online www.rcav.org.

-Pledge up to-date: $112,303(66.8%)

 

 Every gift makes a difference - every gift counts.  

We are a family!  “My parish My Home” Friendship Afternoon to newly registered parishioners will be held on Jul 10 (Sun) at 3:00 p.m.  Those parishioners registered from Sep 2009 to May 2011 are invited and will receive letter, email or phone call.  R.S.V.P.

 

PREP Registration for 2011-12 for Grades 1-7 are held every Wednesday from 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm.  Classes will begin on Sep 14.  Registrations received before Jun 30 will receive an early bird discount.  Financial assistance is also available on request.

 

Youth Faith Formation Program Early Bird Registration is now being accepted at the Info Counter.

 

Liturgy of the Word with Children    will stop for summer, it will resume in September. 

 

Rose Prince - Rose of the Carrier Pilgrimage Jul 7-11 presented by Mary, Mother of Christ Praesidium on their 10th Anniversary occasion.  Come and join Fr. Peter Chiang as our Pilgrimage Spiritual Director.  Please pick up brochure and registration form from Info Counter.

 

Churches Visit      Aug 8 - 12 from Kamloops via Banff to Calgary.  Cantonese guide accompanied by Fr. Chu.

 

Parish Community Activities

Mandarin Conversation Class   teaching daily speaking skill and vocabulary.  Every Saturday, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Please register in advance at parish office in the morning.

 

The Western Canada Chinese Catholic Living Camp (WCCCLC)  This year’s theme is “Tune In to God, Relay His Love”.  It will be held on the Labour Day weekend of Sep 2 - 5 (Fri-Mon) at Camp Charis in Chilliwack. All Chinese Catholics between the ages of 17 to 35 are welcome.  For more information, please visit http://www.wccclc.net.

 

Vocation Live-In    On the weekend of July 1-3 for boys or young men interested in the priesthood or the consecrated life, at the Seminary of Christ the King, call 604-826-8715.

 

Feast Day of St. Josemaria Escriva, founder of Opus Dei    Mass will be presided by Fr.  Joseph L. Soria on Jun 25 (Sat), 2:30 pm at Corpus Christi Church.  Confession at 2:00 pm.  Visit www.opusdei.ca.

Friday, June 10, 2011

Pentecost Sunday - English Bulletin

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

Pentecost Sunday – June 12, 2011

 

Stewardship Awareness Sunday      “Putting God first in our lives by practicing stewardship deepens our faith. By cultivating a spirit of gratitude, by practicing generosity, good stewards experience a freedom from want and care that is truly liberating.  Let us focus on making stewardship a way of life.  As we prayerfully reflect on the gifts each of us has been given, I ask that you consider how good and responsible a steward of those gifts you have been.”. ~ Archbishop J. Michael Miller, CSB.  For more info, visit www.rcav.org/stewardship.

 

Confirmation     Msgr. Jensen will confirm our Gr. 7 children on Jun 18 (next Sat), 9:30 a.m. Mass.  Please pray for them and everyone is welcome.

 

PREP Registration for 2011-12       for Grades 1-7 are held every Wednesday from 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm.  Classes will begin on Sep 14.  Registrations received before Jun 30 will receive an early bird discount.  Financial assistance is also available on request.

 

Project Advance 2011 ~ Touching Many Lives

 

-Parish goal: $168,000, of which $36,800 goes to the Archdiocese and $131,200 for debt repayment and rectory construction.

-Suggestion: $432 for each family, or $36/month.

Methods:

1.     Please pledge at the booths; or

2.     Take a pamphlet home; or

3. Go online www.rcav.org.

-Pledge up to-date: $97,876 (58%)

 

Every gift makes a difference - every gift counts.  

 

Finance Report 2010    It is posted on the bulletin board by our Finance Council.  Please contact parish office if you have any question.  Thank you for your support.

 

Archdiocesan Pro Life Sunday    On Jun 19 .  The proceeds of the collection in Richmond will go to Richmond Right to Life Society.  Donations will be appreciated and any cheque should be made payable to the Society.

 

Sunday Parking    Think before you park your car.  Be considerate and charitable.  Safety first.

 

Youth Faith Formation Program Early Bird Registration is now being accepted at the Info Counter.

 

Blessed John Paul II, Stamps  The Knights of Columbus is proud to present Souvenir Covers($5)and Keepsake sheet of stamps($30)for sale. Please contact Francis Yu at 604-765-3121.

 

Laser Tag Night               The youth and young adults of the Young Faith Formation Program (YFFP) and LOFT are going to join forces for a round of laser tag on Jun 17 (Fri) from 7-9 pm at Planet Laser in Richmond.  $5 per person.  Please sign up after Mass or contact Tes Mendoza for more details.

 

Rose Prince - Rose of the Carrier Pilgrimage Jul 7-11 presented by Mary, Mother of Christ Praesidium on their 10th Anniversary occasion.  Come and join with Fr. Peter Chiang as our Pilgrimage Spiritual Director.  Please pick up brochure and registration form from Info Counter.

 

Churches Visit Aug 8 - 12 from Kamloops via Banff to Calgary.  Cantonese guide accompanied by Fr. Chu.

 

Fire Alert In case of fire in church, dial 911, close door in which fire occurs, assist the disabled and elderly to leave.  Assembly point is Granville Avenue.

 

Parish Community Activities

Mandarin Conversation Class        teaching daily speaking skill and vocabulary.  Every Saturday, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Please register in advance at parish office in the morning.

 

The Western Canada Chinese Catholic Living Camp (WCCCLC)  This year’s theme is “Tune In to God, Relay His Love”.  It will be held on the Labour Day weekend of Sep 2 - 5 (Fri-Mon) at Camp Charis in Chilliwack. All Chinese Catholics between the ages of 17 to 35 are welcome.  For more information, please visit http://www.wccclc.net.

 

Vocation Live-In    On the weekend of July 1-3 for boys or young men interested in the priesthood or the consecrated life, at the Seminary of Christ the King, call 604-826-8715.

 

Feast Day of St. Josemaria Escriva, founder of Opus Dei. Mass will be presided by Fr. Joseph L. Soria on Jun 25 (Sat), 2:30 pm at Corpus Christi Church.  Confession at 2:00 pm.  Visit www.opusdei.ca.

 

Ground Zero Ministry Radio  A Catholic Ministry airs on KARI 550AM every Sunday at 6:30 p.m., and internet radio at www.kari55.com.  For more info, visit www.christianhealingprayerministries.com.

 

Summer Programs at St. Mark’s College   Registration now open for the Summer Continuing Education and Graduate courses July 4-15.  Register by phone, mail or in person at 604-822-6862.

Friday, June 3, 2011

Ascension of the Lord - English Bulletin

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

Ascension of the Lord – June 12, 2011

 

Confirmation     Msgr. Jensen will confirm our Gr. 7 children on Jun 18 (Sat), 9:30 a.m. Mass.  Please pray for them and everyone is welcome.

 

PREP Registration for 2011-12       for Grades 1-7 are held every Wednesday from 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm.  Classes will begin on Sep 14.  Registration forms have been sent home with students and are also are available from the Parish Counter.  Registrations received before Jun 30 will receive an early bird discount.  Financial assistance is also available on request.

 

Project Advance 2011

Touching Many Lives

 

Just as Mary said “yes” to the Angel Gabriel, I pray that you too will say “yes” to the Lord.  Trust in the Lord and you will touch many lives with your gift.

 

-Parish goal: $168,000, of which $36,800 goes to the Archdiocese and $131,200 for debt repayment and rectory construction.

-Suggestion: $432 for each family, or $36/month.

        Methods:

1.     Please pledge at the booths; or

2.     Take a pamphlet home; or

3. Go online www.rcav.org.

-Pledge up to-date: $81,593 (48%)

 

 Every gift makes a difference - every gift counts.  

 

Parish Theme for 2011  (June Reflection)

To Love and To Serve the Lord”

 

1.     Love is the way to peace.  “My peace I give to you, I do not give to you as the world gives.” Jesus said.

2.     The Holy Spirit is a gift from God.  He is divine, he is the Third person of God.  “Do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God” St. Paul advised us.

 

Sunday Parking    Think before you park your car.  Be considerate and charitable.  Safety first.

 

Finance Report 2010    It is posted on the bulletin board by our Finance Council.  Please contact parish office if you have any question.  Thank you for your support.

 

Blessed John Paul II, Stamps  The Knights of Columbus is proud to present Souvenir Covers($5)and Keepsake sheet of stamps($30)for sale. Please contact Francis Yu at 604-765-3121.

 

Congratulations to our Newly Weds

Norman Chung & Joyce Kan

 

Archdiocesan Pro Life Sunday    On Jun 19th.  The proceeds of the collection in Richmond go to Richmond Right to Life Society to assist with its Pro Life education and other related projects.  Donations will be greatly appreciated and any cheque should be made payable to the Society.

 

Stewardship Awareness Sunday      June 12, visit www.rcav.org/stewardship.

 

Laser Tag Night       The youth and young adults of the Young Faith Formation Program (YFFP) and LOFT are going to join forces for a round of laser tag on Jun 17 (Fri) from 7-9 pm at Planet Laser in Richmond.  Note new date.  $5 per person.  Please sign up after Mass or contact Tes Mendoza for more details.

 

Youth Faith Formation Program Early Bird Registration is now being accepted at the Info Counter.

 

Rose Prince - Rose of the Carrier Pilgrimage Jul 7-11 presented by Mary, Mother of Christ Praesidium on their 10th Anniversary occasion.  Come and join with Fr. Peter Chiang as our Pilgrimage Spiritual Director.  Please pick up brochure and registration form from Info Counter.

 

ESL   The new session of ESL will start from Jun 7 (Tue).  Please register for this free of charge classes with application form.

 

Parish Community Activities

Mandarin Conversation Class teaching daily speaking skill and vocabulary.  Every Saturday, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Please register in advance at parish office in the morning.

 

St. Anthony of Padua Novena   9-day Mass/Novena from Jun 5-13 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Anthony’s (Marpole) 1345 W. 73rd Ave., Van.  Jun 13th (feast day), procession starts at 6:30 p.m. followed by Mass/Novena and fiesta refreshments.

 

Vocation Live-In    On the weekend of July 1-3 for boys or young men interested in the priesthood or the consecrated life, at the Seminary of Christ the King, call 604-826-8715.

 

2010-2011 Organ Concert Series   Scheduled for Jun 10 is now postponed to Jul 22 (Fri), 8 pm at Holy Rosary Cathedral.

 

Ground Zero Ministry Radio  A Catholic Ministry airs on KARI 550AM every Sunday at 6:30 p.m., and internet radio at www.kari55.com.  For more info, visit www.christianhealingprayerministries.com.

 

Introduction to the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises   Jun 9 & 10, 7 to 9 p.m. and Jun 11, 9:30 a.m to 4:30 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Parish.  Contact 604-874-6246.