Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin
Solemnity of Canadian Martyrs
September 25, 2011
Solemnity of Canadian Martyrs
1. Learn about our parish patron saints from a biographical book "The Holy Martyrs of Canada: the pioneers of the faith in Canada", available from our gift shop.
2. Join us for refreshment after Mass today.
3. Simultaneously, in the hall, the youths returning from World Youth Day will share their experience and photos with us in the hall. Come to meet them.
First Friday Mass & Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
Oct 7 (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.
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.).
Bishops' Collection for the Needs of the Church in Canada
A special collection is held today. The monies raised will be sent to our Archdiocese, 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) 2011-2012
For inquirers and Catholics preparing for confirmation.
In Cantonese (every Wednesday) 7-9 p.m.
In English (every Thursday) at 7-8:30 p.m.
In Mandarin (every Saturday) 3-5 p.m.
Classes have started, please register as soon as possible.
PREP for 2011-12
Classes for Grades 1-7 every Wednesday from 7:00 - 8:15 pm have started, please register as soon as possible.
Let's Live our Faith!
All secondary school students are encouraged to attend our parish youth faith formation program (YFFP). Registrations are still being accepted, please register as soon as possible.
"We are the World"
A celebration of our diversity The Catholic Women's League invites all to join an evening of food, music & entertainment on Oct 1 (Sat) 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm in the Parish Hall. Ticket $25 are available after Mass. All funds raised will go to the Parish Rectory Reconstruction, Seminarian Fund and Charities (local and global).
Serving the Lord
Altar Server must have received First Communion and in Grade 4 or up. A Minister of Hospitality must be confirmed. Leave your name, telephone number and email address at the Info Counter or the Parish Office. Training will be provided. Serve the Lord and fulfill your Sunday obligation at the same time.
WYD Reflection
Visit our parish website under 'Parish Events' to share the insights of our WYD youths.
Project Advance
311 families have participated it. How about you? It is never too late nor too little. Every gift counts. Pledge up to date: $148,509 (88.4%). Go online www.rcav.org.
Congratulation to Our Newly Baptized
Sophia Yam & Janice Lam
Congratulation to Our Newly Weds
Vincent Lim & Milgrace Ong
Journey to the Christian Heart: Women's Day Retreat
Oct 1 (Sat), 9:30 am - 4:30 pm at Rosemary Heights Retreat Centre, Surrey. Please call 604-880-7494 or visit www.sketchajournal.com to register $99 includes lunch and journal.
40 Days for Life
A peaceful public witness to help bring an end to the tragedy of abortion. Sep 28 to Nov 6 at Women's Hospital in Vancouver. For more info, visit www.40daysforlife.com/vancouver-bc or call the Respect Life Office at 604-683-0281. Please see notice board for details.
Understanding the Mass Anew with the New Missal
Rediscover the source and summit of your faith with Fr. Bill Burke on Oct 15 (Sat) 9:00 am - 4 pm at St. Mary's Church, Vancouver. Registration at $50, call 604-822-4463 or email continuinged@stmarkscollege.ca. Other relevant info, please visit www.rcav.org.
University Students' Mass
Archbishop J. Michael Miller, CSB cordially invites all college and university students including faculty to the University Students' Mass at Holy Rosary Cathedral on Oct 8 (Sat) at 7:30 p.m. Confessions will be available at 6:30 p.m. and a reception will follow at Holy Rosary Hall after Mass. Visit www.oyyam.com for more info.
Eucharistic Parish Mission
Fr. Louis Guardiola C.P.M., of the Fathers of Mercy from South Union, Kentucky will speak at all the Sunday Masses and the Mission on the love of Jesus through Eucharistic Adoration at St. Paul Parish, Richmond. 7:30 pm Oct 17 (Mon) - Oct 20 (Thu). No registration necessary. Everyone Welcome.
Rediscover Your Marriage!
This program offers the chance to rediscover yourself, your spouse, and a loving relationship in your marriage and family. For info or to register for the program on Oct 14-16, call 604-530-6710, email 1009@retrouvaille.org or visit www.retrouvaille.org.
Advance Care Planning
The Catholic Health Association of BC has developed a planning resource specifically for Catholics. It is available from CHABC by calling 604-524-3427 or by sending an email request to smhouse@shawlink.ca.
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