18th Sunday in Ordinary Time - English Bulletin

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – July 31, 2011

 

First Friday Mass & Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament on Aug 5 (Fri).  Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament from 9:00 am to 7:45 pm. Vocations hour at 6 pm, Benediction at 7:45 pm followed by Mass in Cantonese at 8:00 p.m.  Please sign up at the Info Counter.  Divine Mercy Devotion at 7:20 pm.  Prayer intentions will be offered in the Mass.

 

Learning our Catholic Faith

 

Adult Catechism (RCIA) 2011-2012

For inquirers and Catholics preparing for confirmation.

In Cantonese from Sep 14 (every Wednesday) 7-9 p.m.

In English from Sep 15 (every Thursday) at 7-8:30 p.m.

In Mandarin from Sep 17 (every Saturday) 3-5 p.m.

 

PREP Registration for 2011-12 for Grades 1-7 every Wednesday from 7:00 - 8:15 pm.  Classes will begin on Sep 14.  Financial assistance is also available on request. 

 

“To Love and To Serve the Lord” Parish Theme for 2011(August Reflection)

“Lord, You raised the Virgin Mary to the glory of heaven.  By her prayers, help us to seek You and to live in Your love.” (Prayer in the Solemnity of the Assumption)

 

Africa Drought         Worst in 60 years with an estimated 11.5 million people are now vulnerable to food and water shortages as crops are unable to grow.  Help the people in the horn of Africa in our second collection this Sunday or by calling Development and Peace 1-888-234-8533 or http://www.devp.org.  The Canadian government will match your donation until Sep 16.

 

Legion of Mary  Teenagers from the age of 8 to age of 18 are invited to join our new English Junior praesidium, Mary Mother Most Chaste. Every Wednesday 5:45 - 6:45 p.m.  Interested please call Mary at 778-321-0618.

 

Project Advance

 

- 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: $145, 577 (86%)

 Every gift makes a difference - every gift counts.  

 

Relationship Between Our Blessed Mother, Catholics and Non-Catholics     Aug 13 (Sat), 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon.  Mary, Mother of Christ legionaries joyfully invites everyone to this spiritual talk by Fr. Anthony Ho. This talk in English is hosted by our Praesidium to celebrate our 10th anniversary.

 

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

 

Fashion Sale     Giant stock of ladies’ wear for sale on Aug 6 (Sat), 10 am - 3 pm.

 

Summer Sale Aug 27 (Sat) 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Lots of merchandise fashion and many more. Come to have fun and enjoy our special food. Rental table available for new items at $25. Register at Info Counter or Parish Office. Donations of new materials are welcome.

 

Knights of Columbus    will hold a golf tournament on Aug 13 at Country Meadows for $75 per person.  Great prizes and fun.  Please contact Dominic Eng at 604-271-1447.

 

Vatican News       Check this new site for church latest news http://www.news.va.

 

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.

 

Man's Vocation     Deacon Armand Danis, from the diocese of Thunder Bay, Ontario and immediate past chairman of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal Services of Canada, will be speaking on Man's Vocation Life in the Spirit based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church. It will be held on Aug 12 (Fri) after the 7:30 pm Mass at Immaculate Conception Prayer Group.  More info Lennie 604-597-8227

 

Pro-life Mass & Vigil   Peaceful, prayerful vigil for unborn children and their parents.  Aug. 6 (Sat) - 9 a.m. Mass at Holy Family Parish, 4851 Beatrice Street, Vancouver.  Followed by Vigil in the Church.

 

Archdiocesan Summer Institute      On Aug 27 (Sat), 10 am - 4 pm at Holy Cross Regional Secondary.  Info: 604-683-0281 or visit www.rcav.org/ore/summer.

 

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.

 

The Catholic Forum     Invites you to explore...”Was Jesus Political?” with Fr. Stanley Azaro, OP on Aug 2, 7 pm at St. Mary Church, 5251 Joyce Street, Vancouver.

 

Pilgrimage to the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes     Aug 20 (Sat), 10:00 am - 6:00 pm at Heritage Park, Mission.  Principal Celebrant: Bishop Ken Novakoski Eparch.  For more info: St. Joseph’s Parish 604-826-2452 or visit www.stjosephofmission.com.  Please bring picnic baskets and chairs.