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.

 

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