January 30, 2011
Mass times:
Saturdays - 7:30pm
Sundays - 9am & 11:15am
SCRIPTURE REFLECTION
The Beatitudes, which we hear in this Gospel passage, are the heart of the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus says that the ones who will be "happy" are those whom society has judges unhappy, even wretched. "The poor in spirit" see through the illusion of wealth and, with nothing else to rely on, come to depend on God. The sorrowing bemoan the sad state of a world that neglects God's wishes. The meek and lowly do not presume to act independently of God. Christians seek happiness by striving to imitate God's readiness to forgive. They are called to be single-hearted in doing God's will rather than making self-interest their primary motivation. They must make peace, doing everything in their power to bring this blessing that God holds out to people.
MASS SCHEDULE FOR JANUARY 31, 2010 TO FEBRUARY 6, 2010
| Monday |
| 9:00 a.m. | Liturgy of the Word |
| Tuesday |
| 7:00 p.m. | Liturgy of the Word |
| Wednesday |
| 11:15 a.m. | Liturgy of the Word at Multi-Level |
| Thursday |
| 7:00 p.m. | Liturgy of the Word |
| Friday |
| 9:00 a.m. | Liturgy of the Word |
| Saturday |
| 7:30 p.m. | Antonio & Elijah Carvalho†;Antonio and Maria da Costa & children† |
| Sunday |
| 9:00 a.m. | Jose da Costa Galante† |
| 11:15 a.m. | Gilda Carreiro†; Alfredo Macedo† |
ANNIVERSARY OF DEATH
Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her, may her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
| Sandra Rigoni | January 20, 2010 |
PRAYER SCHEDULE
- Daily Mass or when Father Kenneth is not available, Liturgy of the Word.
- Rosary – 1st Tuesday of every month, led by the Knights of Columbus
- Charismatic Prayer – Every Thursday evening after Mass.
- Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – On the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th (when applicable) Fridays of each month.
GOODBYE, FR. ANDY TAKACHE: We say goodbye this weekend to Fr. Andy as he returns to Prince George and then Smithers for relief coverage. Thank you for being with us this month and may God bless you with a safe journey. Fr. Kenneth is scheduled to return Saturday, Feb 5.
CHILDREN’S MASS: The next children’s mass will be celebrated on Sunday, February 6 at 11:15 am.
LITURGY OF THE WORD: Liturgy of the Word will be celebrated at the usual mass times this week as there will be no priest available.
KITIMAT RIGHT TO LIFE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION: The association will be collection membership fees following masses on January 29 and 30, February 5 and 6 and February 12 and 13. Please stop by their table.
WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY: Thank you to everyone who participated in the prayer service at Christ Church Anglican last Sunday.
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK: St. Anthony’s will celebrate Catholic Schools Week from February 20 to 26. Look for additional information in future bulletins.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Members of the Knights of Columbus will lead the rosary following the Liturgy of the Word on Tuesday, February 1.
WORLD DAY OF THE SICK: To read the Holy Father’s letter for World Day of Prayer for the Sick see go to www.vatican.va and type in World Day of Prayer for the Sick 2011.
8th ANNUAL PARISH FUN SKATE: Will be held on Sunday, 30 January from 3 to 4:30 pm at the Kitimat Ice Rink. We have the rink all to ourselves so it should be a great time! We’ll provide an early dinner too! Pizza ($1/slice) and hot chocolate will be available for those of you who are hungry. Please sign up on the sign up sheet in the church foyer if you plan on attending. All are welcome!
MENS VOCATION: On the weekend of February 11 - 13 there will be a Vocation Live-In for boys or young men interested in the priesthood or the consecrated life, at the Seminary of Christ the King, Mission, BC. For more information call 604.826.8715
The Returning to Spirit,
Residential School Reconciliation Workshop - Aboriginal
- February 14 – 18, 2011
- Location: Diocesan Pastoral Centre in Prince George.
Register as soon as possible because it is filling up.
The workshop focuses on the challenges of reconciling yourself with your family, community, co-workers and the larger world. For registration information contact:
Jean Marie Lehtinen
jean-marie@pgdiocese.bc.ca
250 964-4475
CONFIRMATION AND HOLY COMMUNION: Families preparing their children for the Sacraments of Confirmation and Holy Communion are reminded of the first family retreat on Sunday, February 13 from 2 to 4:30 pm in the church hall. Families will be receiving reminders in the mail in the coming week.
WORKSHOP ON THE REVISED ROMAN MISSAL
There has been much news in the Catholic world about the revisions to take place in celebration of the Mass. New translations are being prepared, which will mean a change in some of our prayers and responses. There are also some adjustments being made in how we celebrate the liturgy. While these changes may be implemented in Canada as early as Advent 2011, it may take a little more time to prepare the needed liturgical books and catechetical resources.
In our diocese work has already started to prepare for these changes. Priests were given a workshop last May and the Pastoral Life Directors and Pastoral Associates last June to review the principles used in making the changes. The first regional workshops were held in Prince George and Dawson Creek last fall.
SACRED HEART PARISH, TERRACE ~ February 11-12
The schedule is as follows:
| Friday: | 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm |
| Saturday: | 9:00 Eucharist |
| 9:30 am – 12:00 noon |
| 12:00-12:45 | Lunch (bring bagged lunch) |
| 12:45 pm – 4:00 pm |
Coffee, tea & juice will be provided.
There is no registration fee and these workshops are open to everyone, especially those involved in liturgy or catechists who prepare others for various liturgies (e.g. RCIA, children). The purpose of this workshop is to explore some basic foundations in liturgy, review the principles for the changes, and study the revised prayers (Greetings, Gloria, Creed, Eucharistic Prayers…). These workshops will be facilitated by Susan Campbell and Fr. Richard Beaudette, OMI. A resource package will be prepared for those registered
Please call the parish office to register (632-2215), or see the sign up sheet in the church foyer. If you can provide a ride for others, please let us know. The parish will try to arrange carpooling. Register before: Wednesday, February 9. Thank you.
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE SICK: In 1858, near Lourdes in southern France, Our Lady appeared to Bernadette Soubirous, a young peasant girl. She told the girl to drink from a fountain in the grotto. The water from the still-flowing spring has shown remarkable healing power. Lourdes has become the most famous modern shrine of Our Lady. In May 1992, Pope John Paul II instituted World Day of the Sick and designated February 11, Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, as the date for its annual celebration. On this day those who are ill are encouraged to reflect on the Christian meaning of suffering and to recall God’s health-giving presence. We are also reminded that God often heals and restores life in unexpected ways. The day is also meant to recognize the importance of those who care for the sick and elderly, whether in a health care facility or at home. Catholic health care facilities have a unique role in witnessing to this healing ministry.
Anointing of the Sick and Elderly
- Thursday, February 10 at 11 am
- Church Hall
- Followed by a light lunch
Father Terry will assist Father Kenneth with the laying on of hands and anointing.
Please assist any aged or ill that need help to attend. Let us offer our caring presence and prayers, with and for our fellow parishioners, who suffer due to advancing age or failing physical or mental health.
CATHOLIC MISSIONS IN CANADA: A second collection will take place on Saturday and Sunday, February 12 and 13. Catholic Missions in Canada works out of Toronto and was established for the poor mission parishes, mainly in the north of Canada, to be helped by the larger and richer parishes.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Members of the Knights of Columbus will be serving up their delicious pancake breakfast following the 9 and 11:15 am Masses on Sunday, February 6. Proceeds from this breakfast and the next will help support the transportation costs of youth attending the Diocesan Youth Conference in Prince George.
LETTER FROM THE BISHOP:
My Dear Sisters and Brothers,
I have asked the pastors and pastoral life directors to print this message in their parish bulletins this week.
I now appear to be well on the road to recovery and I want to thank all of you for your concern and prayerful wishes of support.
I want to speak to everyone: parish groups – Knights of Columbus, Catholic Women’s League, parish staff, prayer groups and others; schools – staff and students; families; individuals; all of God’s people. Your supportive presence has been and remains a tremendous blessing for me.
All I am able to say is thank you very much; may our good Lord bless you all.
Sincerely in our Lord,
Gerald Wiesner, OMI
CWL NEWS
- The 2011 Membership fees ($26.00) are being collected now. The memberships must be sent in by mid February. Please check in at the CWL Table in the Foyer to see if your membership is up to date and pay your fees then. We will have a CWL table after the masses for the next two Sundays (January 23rd and 30th). Your membership counts on a national level even if you cannot attend the meetings in the parish. PLEASE SUPPORT YOUR LEAGUE!
- The February meeting will be held on Tuesday , February 8th following the 7 pm Mass. The Spiritual Program will include a Memorial Prayer Service honouring past members and the Installation of Fr. Kenneth as our Spiritual Advisor.Other items on the agenda will include:
- Seniors Luncheon – organization and date
- Diocesan Convention- who would like to attend!
- CWL projects in the works!
- WORLD DAY OF PRAYER will be hosted by the Anglican Church this year and all churches are invited to participate. - Friday March 4th, 2011 More information to come.
YOUTH GROUP
CONGRATULATIONS: to the youth who participated in last weekends musical “The Wizard of Oz.” Everyone would agree that the youth did a fantastic job! Well done!
JANUARY
January 30:
3:00 pm to 4:30 pm at Kitimat Ice Rink ~ Parish Fun Skate
Polish off the skates and get ready to skate circles around the ice rink. Don’t have skates? Don’t worry. The rink has some that you can borrow. Bring a loonie ($1) along if you want pizza. It will be available for $1 a slice. Hot chocolate and juice will be provided free of charge. Come out for a great time with friends.
FEBRUARY
February 6:
DYC 2011 and Board Games ~ 7 to 9 pm ~ Church Hall
It’s time to talk about DYC. That’s the Diocesan Youth Conference for those of you that don’t know. What is it? Where does it happen? Can I go? Fundraising activities? These are all topics that we will talk about at this meeting. With whatever time is left we will bring out the board games.
An important session for everyone who is planning to attend DYC.
February 20:
7 to 9 pm in Church Hall ~ A Whole Kettle of Fish
A whole kettle of fish? That’s to say that we’ll be doing a little bit of everything tonight. We’ll continue with DYC (fundraising and banner ideas), then we’ll hit the gym—anyone ever played indoor ultimate Frisbee? Then if time permits we’ll introduce you to Amanzi.
February 27:
7 to 9 pm in Church Hall ~ Life Saving 101, Guest: Mary Murphy
Can you do mouth to mouth, CPR, the Heimlich maneuver? We’re pleased to have Mary Murphy with us as she teaches us come basic life saving skills. Bring a friend along tonight!
MARCH & APRIL
March 13, 20, 27,& April 3, 10
7 to 9 pm in Church Hall ~ Small Faith Sharing Groups
We’ll be in the Lenten Season and during this time of the year we focus on prayer, fasting
and almsgiving.
Join us as we learn more about out faith.
DIOCESAN ANNUAL APPEAL 2010
Tax receipts for donations made to this year’s appeal will be mailed out from Prince George in the coming days. Our Diocesan Appeal stands at:
| Parish Goal: | $51,234 |
| Amount to Date: | $46,835 (91.4%) |
| # of Pledges: | 166 |
| # of households | 667 |
“Being a steward means living with trust in God’s generosity and a responsible tending of that which God has entrusted to us. It also means the fair, just and righteous sharing of resources with others.”
