Friday 29 August 2014

English Bulletin - 22nd Ordinary

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time – Aug 31, 2014

 

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

 

Year of Hope ~ A Musical Experience

How do we define the word HOPE in a world where there seems to be so much hopelessness? Rather than define it, our talented youth will tell a compelling story of Hope.  Please mark your calendars and be sure to invite your family and friends to a night of beautiful music. It will be presented on Sep 28 (Sun) 7:00 p.m. here in celebration of the Year of Hope and Feast of the Canadian Martyrs.   Free tickets are available now.

 

T3 Thy Kingdom Come   Youth Faith Formation Program (YFFP) is accepting registrations for 2014-15.   Class will start on Sep 17.

 

What Catholics Believe?  Catechetical program designed for those: (1) unbaptized persons, (2) baptized Christians of other denominations, and (3) Catholics with little formal study of the Faith.  We welcome all of you to our next RCIA session starting Sep 11 at 7:00 p.m. every Thursday.

 

Parish Religious Education Program (PREP)     Registration is ongoing for students in elementary and junior high grades.  Registration forms are available at the Info Counter.  Students who were enrolled last year are asked to please re-register early.  Knowing our class sizes in advance is helpful.

 

Liturgy of the Word with Children (LWC)  will resume on Sep 14.

 

Project Advance  Current pledge: $145,902, balance $22,098.  Suggest each family $432 or $36/month.  It is never too late to do donate. Please pledge at the office or visit www.rcav.org.

 

Catholics Come Home on EWTN  EWTN was recently in Vancouver to film segments for its new Catholics Come Home TV series. Two Vancouverites are featured in the first few episodes of the show, which premieres this afternoon (Aug 31) at 3:00 p.m. The program will be repeated several times.  For the full schedule, visit rcav.org/catholics-come-home.  Filmed in more than a dozen scenic locations in Canada and the U.S., episodes feature interviews with people who recently returned to Jesus and the Catholic Church as a result of the Catholics Come Home program and the call of the Holy Spirit.

 

The Devotion of Our Mother of Perpetual Help  Its 17th Anniversary will be held on Sep 3 (Wed), 6:30 p.m. at St. Monica Church (No. 5 & Cambie).  There will be a potluck, please bring some food to share.

 

Retreat on the Eucharist    Fr. Anthony Ho will give a talk on "Comforting the Eucharistic Heart of Jesus" on Sep 13 (Sat) from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Church, Vancouver.  More info contact the Eucharistic Apostolate of Vancouver at 604-526-0178.

 

St. Luke's Women's Retreat - Healing Body, Mind and Spirit  As 21st Century women, our lives are so busy providing for the needs of family, friends and co-workers.  Jesus says, "Come to Me ... and I will give you rest".  Sep 13 & 14 (Sat & Sun) at Loon Lake Resort.  More info contact Barbara Morgan at ontherun@telus.net or call 604-467-6004 or www.stlukeparish.wordpress.com.

 

Theology of the Body         Come and discover God's original design for us, our call to holiness, and our destiny with Him in Heaven.  Fr. Alan Boisclair will explain to us what Pope John Paul II reveals our true human nature, in the image and likeness of God, as a "Communion of persons, in the sincere gift of self".   Sep 17 - Dec 3, 7:00 - 9:15 p.m. at Holy Name Parish (4925 Cambie Street, Van.)

 

Living and Leading By Faith Archdiocesan Formation Institutes for adults will hold a one-day faith formation training courses which include Core Catholic Life, Basic of the Faith, Encountering God in Our Lives, and more on Sep 27 (Sat), 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Secondary, Surrey.  Cost $35 includes lunch.  Please visit rcav.org/oc-fall/.

 

St. Paul School    has a few spaces available in the intermediate grades for the school year 2014-2015.  Registration information packages are available from their parish office.  Please contact to Maureen Moorehead, the school principal, at mmoorehead@stpaulschool.ca.

Friday 22 August 2014

English Bulletin 21st ordinary

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

21th Sunday of ordinary time – August 23, 2014

 

Year of Hope

It is our hope in the Lord that strengthens us and helps us walk through the vale of death.

Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” (Is 40:30-31)

 

A Musical Experience

How do we define the word HOPE in a world where there seems to be so much hopelessness? Rather than define it, our talented youth will tell a compelling story of Hope.  Please mark your calendars and be sure to invite your family and friends to a night of beautiful music. It will be presented on Sep 28 (Sun) 7:00 p.m. here in celebration of the Year of Hope and Feast of the Canadian Martyrs.

 

The Great Adventure - Book of Revelation    Some Catholics thought that this is a very mysterious book.  Want to find out?  Come to join us from Sep 19, every Fridays at 7:30 p.m. (except First Friday).  Cost $35 includes workbook and response.

 

What Catholics Believe?  Catechetical program designed for those: (1) unbaptized persons, (2) baptized Christians of other denominations, and (3) Catholics with little formal study of the Faith.  We welcome all of you to our next RCIA session starting Sep 11 at 7:00 p.m. every Thursday.

 

Parish Religious Education Program (PREP)     Registration is ongoing for students in elementary and junior high grades.  Registration forms are available at the Info Counter.  Students who were enrolled last year are asked to please re-register early.  Knowing our class sizes in advance is helpful.

 

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

Summer Sale    We thank all donors of gifts and volunteers to make it a success.  May God bless you all.

 

Project Advance  Current pledge: $145,020, balance $22,980.  Suggest each family $432 or $36/month.  It is never too late to do good. Please pledge at the office or visit www.rcav.org.

 

T3 Thy Kingdom Come   Youth Faith Formation Program (YFFP) is accepting registrations for 2014-15.   Class will start on Sep 17.

Responding to the Crisis in the Middle East      Pope Francis has written to the world’s bishops inviting them to pray for peace.  In a letter to the CCCB, the Bishops of Canada and their local Churches were invited “to unite with the Holy Father in steadfast prayer to invoke the gift of peace from the Holy Spirit.”  Read the letter here: rcav.org/prayer-and-humanitarian-appeals.

 

Western Canada Chinese Catholic Living Camp (WCCCLC)  will be held on Aug 29 to Sep 1 (Fri-Mon). Welcome Chinese young adults age 17-35 to join us for a weekend of growing in faith! This year's theme is 'Here I am, Lord' focusing on intentional discipleship. Our speaker is Father Francis Ching from the Companions of the Cross. Please visit wccclc.ca or contact us at wccclc.info@gmail.com.

 

Red Light / Green Light Screening   As nations around the globe attempt to fight sex trafficking, many consider legalizing prostitution.  Red Light Green Light explores the effects of various approaches in an attempt to answer the question.  Aug 26 at St. Augustine Parish, Van at 7:00-9:00 p.m.

 

World Youth Day 2016 in Krakow, Poland   Two identical sessions regarding the 16-day pilgrimage package set up by Archdiocese of Vancouver will be offered at St. Francis Xavier Parish,Van. on Sep 18 and St. Bernadette Parish, Surrey on Sep 19, both start at 7:00 p.m., visit www.rcav.org/world-youth-day-2016.

 

Annual Catholic Charismatic Conference - Be Healed  Physical Healing with internationally known Catholic evangelist, Bob Canton, three major talks and a healing service from Sep 19 to 20 at St. Matthew Church, Surrey.  Archbishop Miller will celebrate Mass on Sep 20 at 7:00 p.m. . Tickets $10.  Call Lennie 604-597-8227 or www.vccrs.ca.

 

St. Paul School    has a few spaces available in the intermediate grades for the school year 2014-2015.  For interested families, registration information packages are available from the parish office.  Please direct questions to Maureen Moorehead, the school’s principal, at mmoorehead@stpaulschool.ca.

 

Read with Your Children    Learn how to read aloud with your children and how to interact with them to make reading fun. Proposed free activity for Saturday or Sunday afternoons Saturdays, Sep 6, 13, 20, 27. Starting at 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. with Latash. Saint Kateri Centre, 887 Keefer St., Vancouver. Healthy snacks provided. Parents or caregivers must remain with their children. For more info, contact Rennie at 604-683-0281 Ext. 274 or nahaneerennie@gmail.com.

Friday 15 August 2014

English Bulletin 20th ordinary

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

20th Sunday of ordinary time – August 17, 2014

 

Summer Sale

 

August 23 (Saturday) 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Selection of clothing, accessories, jewelry,

house hold items, plants, toys, food and games.

Entertainment scheduled at:

12 noon - the making of  "Tofu Pudding",

1:00 pm - "Tai Chi" exercise demonstration!

Bring your families and friends!

We need portable gazebo.  If you can lend it out,

please call parish office before Aug 19.  Thank you.

 

The Great Adventure - Book of Revelation    Some Catholics thought that this is a very mysterious book.  Want to find out?  Come to join us from Sep 19, every Fridays at 7:30 p.m. (except First Friday).  Cost $35 includes workbook and response.

 

What Catholics Believe?  Catechetical program designed for those: (1) unbaptized persons, (2) baptized Christians of other denominations, and (3) Catholics with little formal study of the Faith.  We welcome all of you to our next RCIA session starting Sep 11 at 7:00 p.m. every Thursday.

 

Parish Religious Education Program (PREP)     Registration is ongoing for students in elementary and junior high grades.  Registration forms are available at the Info Counter.  Students who were enrolled last year are asked to please re-register early.  Knowing our class sizes in advance is helpful.

 

T3 Thy Kingdom Come   Youth Faith Formation Program (YFFP) is accepting registrations for 2014-15.   Class will start on Sep 17.

 

Project Advance      Current pledge: $144,620, balance $23,380.  Suggest each family $432 or $36/month.  It is never too late to do good. Please pledge at the office or visit www.rcav.org.

 

U-Camp        For photos and video at U-Camp, please visit www.modestum.com/specialProgram/U_Camp_Days.htm.

 

Year of Hope ~ A Musical Experience              How do we define the word HOPE in a world where there seems to be so much hopelessness? Rather than define it, our talented youth will tell a compelling story of Hope.  Please mark your calendars and be sure to invite your family and friends to a night of beautiful music. It will be presented on Sep 28 (Sun) 7:00 p.m. here in celebration of the Year of Hope and Feast of the Canadian Martyrs.

 

Congratulations to our Newly Weds

Paul Milaire & Pratima Cheung

 

Congratulations to our Newly Baptized

Jax Matthew Chan

 

Responding to the Crisis in the Middle East      Pope Francis has written to the world’s bishops inviting them to pray for peace.  In a letter to the CCCB, the Bishops of Canada and their local Churches were invited “to unite with the Holy Father in steadfast prayer to invoke the gift of peace from the Holy Spirit.”  Read the letter here: rcav.org/prayer-and-humanitarian-appeals.

 

Western Canada Chinese Catholic Living Camp (WCCCLC)  Aug 29 to Sep 1 (Fri-Mon). Welcome Chinese young adults age 17-35 to join! This year's theme is 'Here I am, Lord' focusing on intentional discipleship. Our speaker is Father Francis Ching from the Companions of the Cross. Please visit wccclc.ca or contact us at wccclc.info@gmail.com.

 

Summer Institute     One-day faith formation and ministry training for adults.  Donna Ortuso, Co-founder and Director of the Lay Centre in Rome will present “The Lay Person’s Busy Path to Holiness”.  Aug 23 (Sat) at St. Patrick Secondary School, Vancouver.  $35 including lunch.  Register at www.rcav.org/oc-summer.

 

Red Light / Green Light Screening   As nations around the globe attempt to fight sex trafficking, many consider legalizing prostitution.  Red Light Green Light explores the effects of various approaches in an attempt to answer the question.  Aug 26 at St. Augustine Parish, Van at 7:00-9:00 p.m.

 

World Youth Day 2016 in Krakow, Poland Two identical sessions regarding the 16-day pilgrimage package set up by Archdiocese of Vancouver will be offered at St. Francis Xavier Parish,Van. on Sep 18 and St. Bernadette Parish, Surrey on Sep 19, both start at 7:00 p.m., visit www.rcav.org/world-youth-day-2016.

 

Annual Catholic Charismatic Conference - Be Healed  Physical Healing with internationally known Catholic evangelist, Bob Canton, three major talks and a healing service from Sep 19 to 20 at St. Matthew Church, Surrey.  Archbishop Miller will celebrate Mass on Sep 20 at 7:00 p.m. . Tickets $10.  Call Lennie 604-597-8227 or www.vccrs.ca.

Friday 8 August 2014

English Bulletin - 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church bulletin

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Aug 10, 2014

 

Year of Hope ~ A Hope that Goes Further

 

          Pope Benedict focuses particular attention on the greatest hope that we can have, the hope of eternal happiness forever. All of our small hopes are geared to a bigger hope -- the hope of perfect happiness.

 

          “Day by day, man experiences many greater or lesser hopes, different in kind according to the different periods of his life. Sometimes one of these hopes may appear to be totally satisfying without any need for other hopes. Young people can have the hope of a great and fully satisfying love; the hope of a certain position in their profession, or of some success that will prove decisive for the rest of their lives. When these hopes are fulfilled, however, it becomes clear that they were not, in reality, the whole. It becomes evident that man has need of a hope that goes further. It becomes clear that only something infinite will suffice for him, something that will always be more than he can ever attain.”(SS 30)  ~ Pope Francis

 

The Great Adventure - Book of Revelation        Some Catholics thought that this is a very mysterious book.  Want to find out?  Come to  join us from Sep 19, every Fridays at 7:30 p.m. (except First Friday).  Cost $35 include workbook and response.

 

What Catholics Believe?  Catechetical program designed for those: (1) unbaptized persons, (2) baptized Christians of other denominations, and (3) Catholics with little formal study of the Faith.  We welcome all of you to our next RCIA session starting Sep 11 at 7:00 p.m. every Thursday.

 

Parish Religious Education Program (PREP)     Registration is ongoing for students in elementary and junior high grades.  Registration forms are available at the Info Counter.  Students who were enrolled last year are asked to please re-register early.  Knowing our class sizes in advance is helpful.

 

T3 Thy Kingdom Come   Youth Faith Formation Program (YFFP) is accepting registrations for 2014-15.   Class will start on Sep 17.

 

Project Advance      Current pledge: $144,620, balance $23,380.  Suggest each family $432 or $36/month.  It is never too late to do good. Please pledge at the office or visit www.rcav.org.

Summer Sale

 

August 23 (Saturday) 10:00 a.m. - 3 p.m. Selection of clothing, accessories,  jewelry, household items, plants, toys, food and games.

Entertainment scheduled at: 12:00 p.m. - the making of  "Tofu Pudding", and 1:00 pm - "Tai Chi" exercise  demonstration!  Bring your families and friends!

 

Western Canada Chinese Catholic Living Camp (WCCCLC)  will be held on Aug 29 to Sep 1 (Fri-Mon). Welcome Chinese young adults age 17-35 to join us for a weekend of growing in faith! This year's theme is 'Here I am, Lord' focusing on intentional discipleship. Our speaker is Father Francis Ching from the Companions of the Cross. Please visit wccclc.ca or contact us at wccclc.info@gmail.com.

 

Our Lady of Lourdes Pilgrimage  This annual Marian pilgrimage to Mission will be held on Aug 16 (Sat) 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Mission Heritage Park (7494 Mary Street, Mission).  Confession begins at 10:00 a.m. Mass at 1:00 p.m. followed by procession to the Grotto for Rosary and Benediction.  Please bring your food, table and chairs. Hot food can be purchased.  For bus transportation, please call Teresita 604-940-7006.

 

Summer Institute     One-day faith formation and ministry training for adults.  Donna Ortuso, Co-founder and Director of the Lay Centre in Rome will present “The Lay Person’s Busy Path to Holiness”  Aug 23 (Sat) at St. Patrick Secondary School, Vancouver.  $35 including lunch.  Register at www.rcav.org/oc-summer.

 

St. Luke’s Women’s Retreat - Healing Body, Mind and Spirit  Sep 13 & 14 (Sat & Sun) from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Loon Lake Resort. Please contact Barbara Morgan at ontherun@telus.net or call 604-467-6004.  Details www.stlukesparish.wordpress.com.

 

World Youth Day 2016 in Krakow, Poland Two identical sessions regarding the 16-day pilgrimage package set up by Archdiocese of Vancouver will be offered at St. Francis Xavier Parish, Van. on Sep 18 and St. Bernadette Parish, Surrey on Sep 19, both start at 7:00 p.m., visit www.rcav.org/world-youth-day-2016.

 

Annual Catholic Charismatic Conference - Be Healed  Focus is on Physical Healing with internationally known Catholic evangelist, Bob Canton, three major talks and a healing service from Sep 19 to 20 at St. Matthew Church, Surrey.  Archbishop Miller will celebrate Mass at 7:00 p.m. on Sep 20 at 7:00 p.m.  Sponsored by Vancouver Catholic Charismatic Renewal Services.  Tickets $10.  Contact Lennie 604-597-8227 or www.vccrs.ca.

 

Natural Family Planning Methods  are the results of scientific research and are among the most accurate in achieving or postponing pregnancy.  To learn more?  Call Office of Life, Marriage and Family at 604-443-3220 or olmf@rcav.org.

Friday 1 August 2014

English Bulletin - 18th Ordinary

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

18th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Aug 3, 2014

 

Parish Picnic           Join us in South Arm Park to have fun this Monday, BC Day from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  Bring your lunch, chairs and outdoor games. Please enter the park through the entrance east of Garden City Road. See you there!

 

What Catholics Believe?  Catechetical program designed for those: (1) unbaptized persons, (2) baptized Christians of other denominations, and (3) Catholics with little formal study of the Faith.  We welcome all of you to our next RCIA session starting Sep 11 at 7:00 p.m. every Thursday.

 

Parish Religious Education Program (PREP)     Registration is ongoing for students in elementary and junior high grades.  Registration forms are available at the Info Counter.  Students who were enrolled last year are asked to please re-register early.  Knowing our class sizes in advance is helpful.

 

T3 Thy Kingdom Come   Youth Faith Formation Program (YFFP) is accepting registrations for 2014-15.   Class will start on Sep 17.

 

Summer Sale         will be held on Aug 23 (Sat).  Donation of new items is welcome.  Rental table are available at $25.

 

PLEASE DO NOT WEAR   Tank tops, hats/caps, sleeveless, low cut, belly-showing, shorts, mini-skirts, slippers/flip-flops inside Church at all times.

 

Envelope at Pews    For tax return receipts, please fill in full name and full address.  Thank you.

 

Project Advance  Current pledge: $142,756, balance $25,244.  Suggest each family $432 or $36/month.  It is never too late to do good. Please pledge at the office or go online www.rcav.org.

 

Congratulations to our Newly Weds

Rafied Youkhana  & Sanaa Matti

 

Prayer for Peace in Iraq, Syria, Israel, Palestine, Ukraine, Russia and throughout the Middle East at Sts. Peter and Paul Parish, Van. by Fr. John Tritschler on Aug 3 (Sun) from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.  Catholics, Protestants and non-Christians are welcome.

 

Western Canada Chinese Catholic Living Camp (WCCCLC)            will be held on Aug 29 to Sep 1 (Fri-Mon). Welcome Chinese young adults age 17-35 to join us for a weekend of growing in faith! This year's theme is 'Here I am, Lord' focusing on intentional discipleship. Our speaker is Father Francis Ching from the Companions of the Cross. Please visit wccclc.ca or contact us at wccclc.info@gmail.com.

 

A Twilight Retreat Series    Join us for three Ignatian Twilight Retreats with Fr. Richard Soo, SJ, a Canadian Jesuit priest of the Byzantine Catholic Church.  $25 includes light snack ($30 includes light dinner at 5:30pm). Register before Aug. 4 for $70 ($85 including all three dinners). (1) “How Was Your Day?” Aug 13. (2) “Where Have You Been All My Life?” Aug 20. (3) “Your Rod and Your Staff: Comfort in the Valley of the Shadow” Aug 27. Three Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Rosemary Heights Retreat Centre, Surrey, www.rosemaryheights.com or call 604-576-8802.

 

Our Lady of Lourdes Pilgrimage  This annual Marian pilgrimage to Mission will be held on Aug 16 (Sat) 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Mission Heritage Park (7494 Mary Street, Mission).  Confession begins at 10:00 a.m. Mass at 1:00 p.m. followed by procession to the Grotto for Rosary and Benediction.  Please bring your food, table and chairs. Hot food can be purchased.  For bus transportation, please call Teresita 604-940-7006.

 

Summer Institute     One-day faith formation and ministry training for adults.  Donna Ortuso, Co-founder and Director of the Lay Centre in Rome will present “The Lay Person’s Busy Path to Holiness”.  Aug 23 (Sat) at St. Patrick Secondary School, Vancouver.  $35 including lunch.  Register at www.rcav.org/oc-summer.

 

St. Luke’s Women’s Retreat - Healing Body, Mind and Spirit  Sep 13 & 14 (Sat & Sun) from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Loon Lake Resort. Please contact Barbara Morgan at ontherun@telus.net or call 604-467-6004.  Details www.stlukesparish.wordpress.com.

 

Worldwide Oversea Chinese Pastoral & Evangelization Convention  will be held in Lima, Peru on Oct 25 - 28.  You are welcome to join.  Please refer to Chinese section for more info.

 

Natural Family Planning Methods  are the results of scientific research and are among the most accurate in achieving or postponing pregnancy.  To learn more?  Call Office of Life, Marriage and Family at 604-443-3220 or olmf@rcav.org.