October 2, 2011
Mass times:
Saturdays - 7:30pm
Sundays - 9am & 11:15am
SCRIPTURE REFLECTION
MASS SCHEDULE FOR OCTOBER 3 - OCTOBER 9
| Monday |
| 9:00 a.m. - Guilherme & Florinda Sousa† |
| Wednesday - Multi-Level |
| 4:00 p.m. - RosaMaria Borges† |
| Thursday |
| 7:00 p.m. - Mass |
| Saturday |
| 7:30 p.m. - Leo,RosaMaria & Antonio Borges†,Antonio & Elijah Carvalho†, |
| Manuel Pedro† |
| Sunday |
| 9:00 a.m. - Ruperto Tanque†,Roger Trogi†,Jose Bizarro† |
| 11:15 a.m. - Aldina Rego†, Humberto DaCosta† |
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.
| Maria DeSousa | October 30, 2010 |
| Ritchie McLaren | October 31, 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.
PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL: The next meeting of the parish pastoral council will be held on Tuesday, October 18 at 7:30 pm in the church hall.
FATHER KENNETH AWAY: Fr. Kenneth will be away from the parish from Monday, October10 to Friday, October 14 to attend the Priests Retreat in Prince George. Liturgy of the Word will be celebrated at the usual mass times.
NEEDS FOR THE CHURCH IN CANADA: Thank you to everyone who supported our second collection last weekend. $1,593 will be forwarded on behalf of the parish.
ST. ANTHONY’S SCHOOL MASS: St. Anthony’s staff and students will gather on Monday, October 3 at 9 am for the next school mass. The grades 4 and 5 have been entrusted with the preparations. The parish community is encouraged to join them.
WE PRAY FOR: Parishioners are invited to keep in their prayers, Manuel Pedro, whose funeral was held on Monday, September 26. Manuel leaves behind his wife and grown children. “Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.”
ANOINTING OF THE SICK AND ELDERLY: Anointing of the Sick and Elderly will be offered on Tuesday, October 18 (Feast of St. Luke the Physician) at 10 am in the church. For those who are ill, this provides a special occasion to recall God’s tender presence in the midst of suffering. We never lose our dignity and value. God is always with us offering comfort and hope. For healthcare workers, this is a time to reflect on the deep significance of their work. 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.
“CONNECTING EACH OTHER WITH HOPE”: Grief Support Group sponsored by the Parish Bereavement Ministry Committee is for adults (in our parish or in the wider Kitimat community) who are grieving the death of a loved one. Six consecutive weeks beginning Monday, October 3 from 7 to 9 pm in the church hall. An opportunity to learn and reflect together with people who understand, know and care what a journey with grief is like. There is no charge. It would be most appreciated if you would register in advance. To register or for more information, please call Lidia 632-6292 or Susana at the parish office at 632-2215.
READERS, COLLECTION COUNTERS & CHURCH CLEANERS: Please pick up the new schedules in the church foyer.
THE LIVING ROSARY: The living rosary will be prayed on Friday, October 7 at 7:30 pm in the church, the Feast of our Lady of the Rosary. The evening will consist of prayers, candlelight and music. Volunteers are needed to assist with the praying of the rosary, call the parish office to volunteer or sign up on the sign up sheet in the church foyer.
INTRODUCTION TO THE SACRAMENTS: Do you have a child preparing for the Sacraments of Confirmation and Holy Communion or First Reconciliation? Then please attend this session being offered on Thursday, October 6 at 7:30 pm in the church hall. Please pass this information on to any other families who many not be aware of this
KITIMAT RIGHT TO LIFE: Would like to announce that the annual LIFE CHAIN will take place on Sunday, October 2 from 1 to 2 pm at the cenotpah. Please come and show your support for God’s most precious gift: LIFE. The next meeting of the Kitimat Right to Life group will be held on Thursday, October 6 at 7:30 pm in the St. Anthony’s School staffroom. People are need to step forward to be part of the executive committee, please contact Mike Weeres or Erin Baker if you can volunteer.
PARISH LUNCHEON: Chicken Soup & Beef on a Bun (Hotdogs will be available for children)
Sunday, 9 October after the 11:15 am Mass
Cost: By donation, proceeds to the Building Fund
RCIA: Our lives sometimes go through seasons of change, of closeness to God and distance from him. Yet God the Father’s love is steadfast and every-present to those who seek with a sincere heart, no matter what sins or situations have caused separation. If you have thought about becoming Catholic and beginning a new “season” in your life, contact Susana at the parish office.
PINOY FIESTA FUNDRAISER: The Rotary Club of Kitimat and the Fil-Can Association are hosting a Pinoy Fiesta...Dinner & Dance Fundraiser on Saturday, October 15th at the church hall. In January 2011, both organizations sponsored a 20ft shipping container of dental and medical equipment, school desks and teaching tools, computers and clothing which was sent to Tarlac in the Philippines. Total cost of this project was over $6000 – this event is being held to offset some of that cost. There will be an authentic Philippine dinner and live entertainment and then dancing to DJ Steve Little. It promises to be a fun-filled exciting evening. Tickets are only $25 and can be purchased at the Dragon Café, The Bottle Depot or by contacting Edwin and Doris at 639-9749 or Lynda at 639-6054. Don’t be disappointed – tickets are going fast.
CWL NEWS
The Catholic Womens’ League welcomes members installed in June and September- Ana Cabral, Rosella Norman, Fernanda Melo, Rosa Hartmann, Peggy Chiocarello and Maria Velho! All ladies of the parish are invited to attend League meetings and participate in League events! 22 members attended our September meeting and planning for the Fall Bazaar is well underway!
- 50/50 TICKENTS are being sold by the League with the Draw being held at the Bazaar, Oct 22nd. We hope to raise $2000.00 with the winner getting $1000.00 and $1000.00 going to the Parish Building Fund. Tickets are $2 each and $20.00 for a book of ten, available after all Masses at the Religious Goods Store in the Foyer.
- “PRE ORDERED PIE SALE” sponsored by the League (Blueberry, Peach and Apple) prepared and frozen- YOU BAKE- Contact Jenny Pilkington to order pies 639 – 9498 Cost is $8.00 each. Pies will be available at the Bake table for pick up at the Bazaar. Order Deadline October 8th.
- The CWL WELCOMES donations of handcrafted items, art work , gift baskets for our regular raffle, for the sewing and craft booth!! 5 weeks to go! Contact any member of the Executive.
Members will be needed to work in the kitchen, at the various booths, for baking and selling tickets! Please be generous with your time and talents. Any woman in the parish can help at the Bazaar!
| 50/50 Tickets | Sylvia MacKay & Jenny Pilkington |
| Riffa | Alda Botelho(good used or new items needed) |
| Baking | Sylvia De Sousa(phoning will be done) |
| Sewing | Teresa Neves, Anna Ventura, Maria Velho |
| Tea Room | Sylvia MacKay, Regina Da Costa |
| Raffle | Tilly Bachmann |
| St. Anthony’s Scarecrow Competition | (hopefully) |
- Help is needed to decorate, take pictures, and CLEAN UP Many hands make light work! God Bless all of you. – it is for our Parish and so many worthy charities!
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NEWS
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: The Knights of Columbus will be leading the rosary following the Tuesday evening mass on October 4. Parishioners are invited to join them.
DIOCESAN APPEAL 2011
As we hear from our Lay Presenters this weekend, we are reminded of how personal Becoming Church can be. Your pledge to the appeal truly benefits the ministries and programs throughout the Diocese of Prince George. Commitment Weekend, two weeks from now, will be a chance for you to make a commitment to the annual appeal during Mass if you have not already done so. Please give generous consideration towards our appeal and know that you can truly make a difference. Thank you to those who have already given their support to the appeal.
| Parish Goal for 2011 ~ $52,118 |
| Actual to Date: | $ 3,520 |
| Number of Gifts: | 14 |
| Amount to Goal | $48,598 |
The parish thanks the following individuals for generously serving on the Diocesan Appeal Team: Steve and Madeleine Christiansen, Leo and Sylvia De Sousa, and Anne Berrisford.
BUILDING FUND DRIVE ~ 2011
YOUTH GROUP
