English Bulletin - 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church bulletin

Second Sunday in Ordinary Time – January 20, 2013

 

Prayer for Unity of Christians    The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity will be held from January 20 - 27.  All are invited to join with brothers and sisters of various Churches in ecumenical celebrations throughout the Archdiocese.  Come together as Christians, in prayer and song, giving witness to unity as followers of Christ.  The theme is “What does God require of us?” (Micah 6:6-8).     More info on www.rcav.org/christianunity or see notice board for details.

 

Catholics Come Home

 

(A)      If you have been away from the church, we welcome you back.  Perhaps you may like to know:-

 

*         You are not alone.  We as a community, we will walk with you and pray for you.

*         A free weekly “BC Catholic” will be mailed to you.  Please sign up at the Info Counter.

*         If you have any question about our church, look for our volunteer with a “Ask me” tag.

*         Confession is a way to be reconciled with God. It is proper to have confession before receiving Communion at Mass.

*         Our church is open during office hour.  You are welcome to pray here in weekdays.

*         Visit www.catholicscomehome.org.

 

(b)      Are you concerned about family and friends who aren’t practicing their faith?

(1) Prayer Box: Write their names down and put it into the box.  Mass will be offered for your intention. “There is nothing impossible for God.”

(2) Video:  Share a Catholics Come Home video and evangelize those you love, in just three simple steps:-

          1.       Go to VancouverComeHome.com.

          2.       Click a button to share a Catholics Come Home video with friends and family.

          3.       Pray for conversions.

 

(C)     Please Support:  You can help offset the cost of the TV commercials by using the special collection envelopes in your pew or parish office or donate online at https://www.rcav.org/donate/cch.

Life in the Spirit Seminar     Canadian Martyrs Prayer Group will hold a 4-week seminar at 7:00 p.m. every Saturday from Feb 2-23 at the parish hall.  Our members will be at the foyer after the Mass to answer your questions and distribute registration forms.

 

Youth Ministry         “Year of Faith” Retreat (Cantonese) will be held on Feb 3 (Sun) 1:00-5:00 p.m. in collaboration with WCCCLC.  Please refer to notice board for details.  All youths are welcome.

 

2013 Donation Envelope  is now available at the foyer. It will be reassigned to the needy ones if you do not claim it by the end of this month.

 

Lunar New Year Dinner will be held on Feb 17  (Sun) evening.  Your donation of new items for raffle will be appreciated.  Please drop them to the parish office.  Ticket $38 for adult and $28 for children will be available next week.

 

Chinese New Year Cakes    Last chance for your order.  Please place it before 11:45 a.m. Sunday.

 

CM Voice                The Jan and Feb issue has been printed, please get one at the Info Counter.

Is God Calling You to the Permanent Diaconate  Men between the ages of 30 and 60,  would you like to know more about the Permanent Diaconate?  This new ministry in our Archdiocese is open to both single and married men. You (and your wife) are invited to hear Archbishop Miller speak at an information session at Rosemary Heights Retreat Centre, 3690 -152 St., Surrey, on  Feb 10 (Sun) at 1:30 pm.

 

Migrants and Refugees, Welcome Home   Archbishop J. Michael Miller CSB will celebrate Holy Mass for migrants and refugees at the Holy Rosary Cathedral this Sunday, Jan 20 at 2:30 p.m.  All are welcome.  A cultural reception will follow in the cathedral hall.

 

Vocation Live-In     Feb 15 - 17.  For boys or young men interested in the priesthood or the consecrated life, at the Seminary of Christ the King, Mission, BC.  For more info, call 604-826-8715.

 

Red Mass for the Legal and Judicial Community   Jan 24 (Thu) at 5:10 pm at Holy Rosary Cathedral in Vancouver.  Main celebrant is Cardinal Collins of Toronto.  Visit www.rcav.org/redmass.

 

World Day for Consecrated Life    Mass will be celebrated by Archbishop J. Michael Miller, CSB, on Feb 2 (Sat) at 7 p.m. at Corpus Christi Parish, 6350 Nanaimo Street, Vancouver.

English Bulletin - Baptism of the Lord

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

Baptism of the Lord – January 13, 2013

 

Catholics Come Home

 

If you have been away from the church, we welcome you back.  Perhaps you may like to know:-

 

*         You are not alone.  We as a community, we will walk with you and pray for you.

*         A free gift of our weekly paper “BC Catholic” will be mailed to you.  Please sign up at the booth.

*         If you have any question about our community, look for the volunteer with a “Ask me” tag.

*         Confession is a way to be reconciled with God.  It is proper to have confession before receiving Communion at Mass.

*         Our church is open during office hour.  You are welcome to pray here in weekdays.

*         Visit www.catholicscomehome.org.

*         Prayer Box: Write the name of the Catholics whom you like to be coming back to church, and put it into the box.  Mass will be offered for your intention.  “There is nothing impossible for God.”

Parish Pastoral Council    will be held on Jan 18 (Fri) 7:30 p.m.  Each parish group should send at least one member to the meeting.

 

Life in the Spirit Seminar     Canadian Martyrs Prayer Group will hold a 4-week seminar at 7:00 p.m. every Saturday, from Feb 2-23 at the parish hall.  Our members will be at the foyer after the Mass to answer your questions and distribute registration forms.

 

Youth Ministry         “Year of Faith” Retreat (Cantonese) will be held on Feb 3 (Sun) 1:00-5:00 p.m. in collaboration with WCCCLC.  Please refer to notice board for details.  All youths are welcome.

Year of Faith and Health Care

 

Pope Benedict XVI declared a Year of Faith from Oct 11, 2012 to Nov 24, 2013 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Second Vatican Council and the 20th year anniversary of the issue of the Catechism of the Catholic Church.  The Year of Faith has a special meaning for health care providers and for those who are elderly or sick.  Brochures can be picked up at the info counter.

 

Offertory at Sunday Mass - 2013 If you would like to do the offertory,  please sign up the registry at the Info Counter.

 

Lunar New Year Dinner  will be held on Feb 17  (Sun) evening.  Your donation of new items for raffle will be appreciated.  Please drop them to the parish office.  Ticket $38 for adult and $28 for children.

 

Chinese New Year Cakes    Orders will be accepted on Jan 12 &19 (Sat) evening Masses and Jan 13 & 20 (Sun) between Sunday Masses. Thank you for your support.

 

2013 Donation Envelope    is now available at the entrance of courtyard.

 

Prayer for Unity of Christians    The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity will be held from January 20 - 27.  All are invited to join with brothers and sisters of various Churches in ecumenical celebrations throughout the Archdiocese.  Come together as Christians, in prayer and song, giving witness to unity as followers of Christ.  The theme is “What does God require of us?” (Micah 6:6-8).  Contact Marjeta Bobnar for details: 604-683-0281; email mbobnar@rcav.org.

 

Migrants and Refugees, Welcome Home   "I was a stranger and you welcomed me." (Mt 25:35)  The Archdiocese of Vancouver is home to Catholics from many countries and here the Holy Mass is celebrated in 22 languages.  As Christians, we are called to reach out to and pray for all migrants to emphasize the unity of the human family and the values of acceptance, hospitality and love.  Archbishop J. Michael Miller CSB will celebrate Holy Mass at the Holy Rosary Cathedral on Sunday, Jan 20 (Sun) at 2:30 p.m.  All are welcome.  A cultural reception will follow in the cathedral hall.

 

St. Patrick Regional Secondary School   Open House on Jan 20 (Sun) at 1:00 p.m.  Deadline: Feb 7.  There is no entrance exam.  For more info, visit www.stpats.bc.ca under “About Our School”.

 

Care for Creation, A Franciscan Spirituality of the Earth   Presented by Sr. Ilia Delio, O.S.F. PhD on Jan 18, 7-9 p.m. at St. Joseph the Worker; followed by workshop: Christ in Evolution on Jan 19, 9:30-3:30.  Please bring lunch, refreshments served.  Please register early by emailing earthliteracies@shaw.ca or call 604-272-4779.

 

Ignatian Retreat for Young Adults  A full day of prayer, reflection, and talks by Fr. John McCarthy, Fr. Elton Fernandes, Fr. William Mbugua and John O’Brien, S.J. at St. Mark’s Parish/College on Jan 26. 

bulletin Epiphany of the Lord

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Bulletin

Epiphany of the Lord – January 06,2013

 

Prayer for Unity of Christians   

The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity will be held from January 20 - 27.  All are invited to join with brothers and sisters of various Churches in ecumenical celebrations throughout the Archdiocese.  Come together as Christians, in prayer and song, giving witness to unity as followers of Christ.  The theme is “What does God require of us?” (Micah 6:6-8).  Contact Marjeta Bobnar for details: 604-683-0281; email mbobnar@rcav.org.

 

Catholics Come Home

If you have been away from the church, we welcome you back.  Perhaps you may like to know:-

* You are not alone.  We as a community, we will walk with you and pray

   for you.

* A free gift of our weekly paper “BC Catholic” will be mailed to you.  Please

   sign up at the booth.

* If you have any question about our community, look for the volunteer

   with a “Ask me” tag.

* Confession is a way to be reconciled with God.  It is proper to have

   confession before receiving Communion at Mass.

* Our church is open during office hour.  You are welcome to pray here in

   weekdays.

* Visit www.catholicscomehome.org.

* Prayer Box: Write the name of the Catholics whom you like to be coming 

   back to church, and put it into the box.  Mass will be offered for your

   intention.  “There is nothing impossible for God.”

 

Thank You   

Fr. Paul, Fr. Francis & Fr. Peter would like to thank everyone who have sent them Christmas cards and gifts.  May God reward your kindness, and please continue to pray for vocation.

 

Parish Pastoral Council   

will be held on Jan 18 (Fri) 7:30 p.m.  Each parish group should send at least one member to the meeting.

 

Lunar New Year Dinner   

will be held on Feb 17 evening.  Your donation of new items for raffle will be appreciated.  Please drop them to the parish office.

 

Chinese New Year Cakes   

To celebrate the Year of the Snake, our volunteers will be making and selling traditional Chinese New Year cakes.  We will receive orders on Jan 12 &19 (Sat) evening Masses and Jan 13 & 20 (Sun) between Sunday Masses. Thank you for your support.

 

Parish Registration 

 We encourage newcomers and families (especially those with children in our catechism class) to register at our parish. Those who have changed address or telephone number, please contact Info Counter or Parish Office.

 

2013 Donation Envelope

is now available at the entrance of courtyard.

 

Offertory at Sunday Mass - 2013          

If you would like to do the offertory e.g. in your day of significance, please sign up the registry at the Info Counter.  First come first serve, and each one is limited to once a year.

 

Vocation Cross 

goes around to different families.  This is to encourage families to pray for Vocations.  Please sign up at the Info Counter.by donation, please contact Parish Office.

 

The Human Person in the Likeness of God  

Theology of the Body is John Paul II's teaching on love, life and human sexuality.  Discover God’s original design for us, our call to holiness, and our destiny with him in heaven.  Fr. Alan Boisclair will present an eleven week course starting Jan 7 (Mon) at St. John the Apostle Parish, Vancouver; Jan 8 at St. Clare of Assisi Parish, Coquitlam; Jan 9 (Wed) at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Vancouver.  Cost $80, includes the textbook “Man and Woman, He Created Them - Theology of the Body.”  More information and registration at www.rcav.org/tob.

The Challenges of Migration in the Church      

A day of workshop will be led by Rev. Ramiro Sanchez Chan CS and Rev. Gianantonioi Baggio CS, Associate Pastor of St. Helen Parish, Burnaby.  Jan 12 (Sat), 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Parish, Vancouver.  Sponsored by Missionaries of St. Charles.  Lunch and snacks provided, call 604-254-0691.

 

The Archdiocese goes mobile!  

Find out what’s happening in the Archdiocese.  The Archdiocese of Vancouver has created an App for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices that enables Catholics to find churches, Mass and confession times, and other information in a convenient mobile friendly format.  Please visit  www.rcav.org/app or facebook at http://www.facebook.com/archdioceseofvancouver. 

 

 

The Holy Family

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church bulletin

The Holy Family – Dec 30, 2012

 

Mary, the Holy Mother of God

(Day of Obligation)

 

Jan 1 (Tue)   9:30 a.m.      Mass in Chinese

                    11:30 a.m.    Mass in English

 

First Friday Mass & Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament      Jan 4 (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.

 

Youth Christmas Celebration        will be held on Dec 30 (this Sun) 11:45 am to celebrate Jesus Christ has come.  Cost will be $2 including lunch.  We welcome all youths and young adult to participate. 

 

"From Believe to Trust" (Cantonese)  A talk for the Year of Faith by Deacon John Wu will be held on Jan 5 (Sat) 2:30-4:30 and Jan 6 (Sun) 2:30 - 6:30.  All are welcome.

 

Catholics Come Home

 

If you have been away from the church, we welcome you back.  Perhaps you may like to know:-

 

*         You are not alone.  We as a community, we will walk with you and pray for you.

*         A free gift of our weekly paper "BC Catholic" will be mailed to you.  Please sign up at the booth.

*         If you have any question about our community, look for the volunteer with a "Ask me" tag.

*         Confession is a way to be reconciled with God.  It is proper to have confession before receiving Communion at Mass.

*         Our church is open during office hour.  You are welcome to pray here in weekdays.

*         Visit www.catholicscomehome.org.

 

CM Voice   Insights on bible?  Experience of faith?  Share them with your fellow parishioners.  Please send your articles to the parish office.

TAX DEDUCTIBLE FOR 2012   Remember your pledge in Project Advance?  Please go online donation at www.rcav.org to ensure your donation be tax deductible for this year. 

 

2013 Donation Envelope    is now available at the entrance of courtyard.

 

Gift Shop

1.       "YOUCAT" a colour catechism $12.

2.       Inspiring talks in CDs, $4 each.

Chinese New Year Cakes    To celebrate the Year of the Snake, our volunteers will be making and selling traditional Chinese New Year cakes.  We will receive orders on Jan 23 and 30 (Sat) evening Masses and Jan 24 and 31 (Sun) between Sunday Masses. Thank you for your support.

 

PARISH REGISTRATION   We encourage newcomers and families (especially those with children in our catechism class) to register at our parish. Those who have changed address or telephone number, please contact Info Counter or Parish Office.

Pro-life Mass & Vigil    Peaceful, prayerful vigil for unborn children and their parents will be held on Saturday, Jan 5 (Sat) begins with Mass, 9 a.m. at  Immaculate Conception Parish,  Vancouver.  Followed by Rosary and Vigil at Women's Hospital.

 

The Human Person in the Likeness of God   Theology of the Body is John Paul II's teaching on love, life and human sexuality.  Discover God's original design for us, our call to holiness, and our destiny with him in heaven.  Fr. Alan Boisclair will present an eleven week course starting Jan 7 (Mon) at St. John the Apostle Parish, Vancouver; Jan 8 at St. Clare of Assisi Parish, Coquitlam; Jan 9 (Wed) at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Vancouver.  Cost $80, includes the textbook "Man and Woman, He Created Them - Theology of the Body."  More information and registration at www.rcav.org/tob.

 

The Challenges of Migration in the Church          A day of workshop will be led by Rev. Ramiro Sanchez Chan CS and Rev. Gianantonioi Baggio CS, Associate Pastor of St. Helen Parish, Burnaby.  Look at the challenges, seek to form a community that will help us to deal with realities.  Jan 12 (Sat), 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Parish, Vancouver.  Sponsored by Missionaries of St. Charles.  Lunch and snacks provided, call 604-254-0691.

 

The Archdiocese goes mobile!   Find out what's happening in the Archdiocese.  The Archdiocese of Vancouver has created an App for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices that enables Catholics to find churches, Mass and confession times, and other information in a convenient mobile friendly format.  The free app is available for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch users and can be downloaded from the App Store  through our website www.rcav.org/app or facebook at http://www.facebook.com/archdioceseofvancouver. 

English Bulletin - 4th Sunday of Advent

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

4^th Sunday of Advent – December 23, 2012

 

Christmas Mass

Dec 24 (Mon)          7:40 p.m.      Christmas Caroling

(Trilingual )              8:00 p.m.      Family Mass

                              10:30 p.m.    Christmas Caroling

                              11:00 p.m.    Christmas Mass

 

Dec 25 (Tue)           9:30 a.m.      Mass in Chinese

                              11:30 a.m.    Mass in English

 

Mary, the Holy Mother of God (Day of Obligation)

 

Jan 1 (Tue)             9:30 a.m.      Mass in Chinese

                              11:30 a.m.    Mass in English

 

Christmas

 

Jesus’s Birthday Cake       Dec 25 celebrates the birth of Jesus, Son of God.  He is the main reason for Christmas.  Invite your family and friends to His Christmas Mass Banquet.

 

Cantonese Youth Group    invites all youths to serve at “The Door is Open” on Christmas Day (Dec 25).  This organization helps prepare meals for those in need.  If interested, please contact Kenneth at cmcc.cantoneseyouthgroup@gmail.com. Please also pray and offer financial support to the new kitchen and dining hall in order to meet the needy.

 

Youth Christmas Celebration        will be held on Dec 30 (Sun) 11:45 am to celebrate Jesus Christ has come.  Cost will be $2 including lunch.  We welcome all youths and young adult to participate.  Please register at cmcc.yyam@gmail.com.

 

Donations to the Men’s Hostel    During winter season, about 100 men stay at the hostel on daily basis.  Donation of coffee mugs, winter socks and underwear are needed.  Please call 604-443-3292 or email menshotel@rcav.org.

 

Gift Shop - Your Christmas Shopping Stop

1.       “YOUCAT” a colour catechism $12.

2.       Inspiring talks in CDs, $4 each.

3.       “Keep Christ in Christmas” Magnetic decal, $5.

 

“To Love is to Give” Food Drive    Collection of 853 items and $616 cash have been received.   Catholic Women’s Leagues (Chinese) would like to thank all parishioners.  All had been delivered to the Richmond Food Bank.

 

First Friday Mass & Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament      Jan 4 (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.

 

Office Close  for Christmas on Dec 25 & 26.

 

Catholics Come Home

 

If you have been away from the church, we welcome you back.  Perhaps you may like to know:-

 

*         You are not alone.  We as a community, we will walk with you and pray for you.

*         A free gift of our weekly paper “BC Catholic” will be mailed to you.  Please sign up at the booth.

*         If you have any question about our community, look for the volunteer with a “Ask me” tag.

*         Confession is a way to be reconciled with God.  It is proper to have confession before receiving Communion at Mass.

*         Our church is open during office hour.  You are welcome to pray here in weekdays.

*         Visit www.catholicscomehome.org.

 

“From Believe to Trust” (Cantonese)  A talk for the Year of Faith by Deacon John Wu will be held on Jan 5 (Sat) 2:30-4:30 and Jan 5 (Sun) 2:30 - 6:30.

 

Photography Exhibition      will be held during Christmas on Dec 24 from 7:30 pm - 1:00 am and 25th at 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.  There will be photo sale and voting for “My Favourite Photo” to raise funds for the church.  Please support.

 

TAX DEDUCTIBLE FOR 2012   Remember your pledge in Project Advance?  Please go online donation at www.rcav.org to ensure your donation be tax deductible for this year. 

 

2013 Donation Envelope    is now available at the entrance of courtyard.

 

Archdiocese of Vancouver goes mobile and has Facebook Page  materials can be found at www.rcav.org/app or facebook at http://www.facebook.com/archdioceseofvancouver.  Find out what’s happening in the Archdiocese.

English Bulletin - 3rd Sunday of Advent

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

3^rd Sunday of Advent – December 16, 2012

 

 

Advent Confession  December 19 (Wed) to 21 (Fri).  Every evening at 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. in every parish in Richmond. 

 

Christmas Mass

 

Dec 24 (Mon)          7:40 p.m.      Christmas Caroling

(Trilingual )              8:00 p.m.      Family Mass

                              10:40 p.m.    Christmas Caroling

                              11:00 p.m.    Christmas Mass

Dec 25 (Tue)           9:30 a.m.      Mass in Chinese

                              11:30 a.m.    Mass in English

 

Christmas

 

Jesus’ Birthday Cake Dec 25  celebrates the birth of Jesus, Son of God. He is the main reason for Christmas. Invite  your family and friends to His Christmas Mass Banquet.

 

“To Love is to Give” Food Drive           One person, one canned food! Catholic Women’s Leagues (Chinese) is running a Food Drive for the Richmond Food Bank.  Please drop off non-perishable food items.

 

Cantonese Youth Group    invites all youths to serve at “The Door is Open” on Christmas Day (Dec 25).  This organization helps prepare meals for those in need.  If interested, please contact Kenneth at cmcc.cantoneseyouthgroup@gmail.com. Please also pray and offer financial support to the new kitchen and dining hall in order to meet the needy.

 

Donations to the Men’s Hostel    During winter season, about 100 men stay at the hostel on daily basis.  Donation of coffee mugs, winter socks and underwear are needed.  Please call 604-443-3292 or email menshotel@rcav.org.

 

Thinking of Seafarers        Love is needed for those overseas seafarers who spend their Christmas in Vancouver.  Donation in supporting “Missions to Seafarers” initiative to bring a gift to the sailors.  Please call 604-682-6774 or on at www.rcav.org/donate.

 

Gift Shop - Your Christmas Shopping Stop

1.       “YOUCAT” a colour catechism $12.

2.       Inspiring talks in CDs, $4 each.

3.       “Keep Christ in Christmas” Magnetic decal, $5.

 

Photography Exhibition      will be held during Christmas on Dec 24 from 7:30 pm - 1:00 am and 25th at 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.  There will be photo sale and voting for “My Favourite Photo” to raise funds for the church.  Please support.

 

GLOW-God Leads Our Way        Mandarin Youth Ministry is launching a Christ centered group of youths supporting other youths to grow together in life and in our Catholic faith.  English & Mandarin will be used.  Email Joyce at yuhe1107@hotmail.com.  Come and join us.

 

Catholics Come Home

If you have been away from the church, we welcome you back.  Perhaps you may like to know:-

*         You are not alone.  We as a community, we will walk with you and pray for you.

*         A free gift of our weekly paper “BC Catholic” will be mailed to you.  Please sign up at the booth.

*         If you have any question about our community, look for the volunteer with a “Welcome” tag.

*         Confession is a way to be reconciled with God.  It is proper to have confession before receiving Communion at Mass.

*         Our church is open during office hour.  You are welcome to pray here in weekdays.

*         Visit www.catholicscomehome.org.

 

TAX DEDUCTIBLE FOR 2012   Remember your pledge in Project Advance?  Please go online donation at www.rcav.org to ensure your donation be tax deductible for this year. 

 

2013 Donation Envelope    is now available at the entrance of courtyard.

 

Congratulations to our Newly Weds        April Calicdan & Lloyd Balderama

 

Migrants and Refugees, Welcome Home  The Archdiocese of Vancouver is home to Catholics and the Holy Mass is celebrated in 22 languages every week.  A special Mass by Archbishop will be held on Jan 20 at 2:30 p.m. at Holy Rosary Cathedral to celebrate the “99th World Day of Migrants and Refugees - Migrations: Pilgrimage of Faith and Hope.”   Reception to follow.

 

Archdiocese of Vancouver Facebook Page  is updated daily at http://www.facebook.com/archdioceseofvancouver.  Find out what’s happening in the Archdiocese, and maybe make an online Catholic friend.

English Bulletin - 2nd Advent

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

2^nd Sunday of Advent – December 9, 2012

 

 

Advent Confession  December 19 (Wed) to 21 (Fri).  Every evening at 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. in every parish in Richmond. 

 

Christmas Mass

 

Dec 24 (Mon)          8:00 p.m.      Family Mass (Trilingual )

                              11:00 p.m.    Christmas Mass (Trilingual)

 

Dec 25 (Tue)           9:30 a.m.      Mass in Chinese

                              11:30 a.m.    Mass in English

 

Rite of Welcoming   Please pray for our candidates who are uncatechized Catholics and those baptized Christians preparing for reception into the full communion of the Catholic Church today.  May God enlighten their heart and strengthen their will to follow Him.

 

 

“I Believe in Christmas”

 

You are all invited to this singing celebration with witnesses sharing at the Parish Hall on Dec 15 (Sat) at 7:30 p.m.   Free Admission.  Please bring your families and friends, and/or donation for CWL’s Food Bank Drive.  Come and join the music!

 

Almsgiving in Christmas

 

“To Love is to Give” Food Drive    One person, one canned food! Catholic Women’s Leagues (Chinese) is running a Food Drive for the Richmond Food Bank.  Collection boxes will be located next to the Parish Gift Shop, and counter will be set up on Sunday.  Please drop off non-perishable food items.

 

Cantonese Youth Group    invites all youths to serve at “The Door is Open” on Christmas Day (Dec 25).  This organization helps prepare meals for those in need.  If interested, please contact Kenneth at cmcc.cantoneseyouthgroup@gmail.com. Please also pray and offer financial support to the new kitchen and dining hall in order to meet the needy.

 

Candy bags for Agape  Need your volunteers hours? Join us and pack candy on Dec 10 (Mon) 7-9 at our library.

 

Donations to the Men’s Hostel    During winter season, about 100 men stay at the hostel on daily basis.  Donation of coffee mugs, winter socks and underwear are needed.  Please call 604-443-3292 or email menshotel@rcav.org.

 

Thinking of Seafarers        Love is needed for those overseas seafarers who spend their Christmas in Vancouver.  Donation in supporting “Missions to Seafarers” initiative to bring a gift to the sailors.  Please call 604-682-6774 or on at www.rcav.org/donate.

 

Gift Shop - Your Christmas Shopping Stop

1.       “YOUCAT” a colour catechism recommended by our Archbishop. $12.

2.       Inspiring talks in CDs, $4 each.

 

Parish theme for December ~ “Apostle - St. John”

*         Son of Zebedee, brother of James the Greater.

*         Born in Bethsaida.

*         Fisherman.

*         The Fourth Gospel describes him to be the “disciple whom Jesus loved.”

*         Stood at the foot of the cross with Mother of Jesus.

*         St. Paul listed him as one of the pillars of the Jerusalem community.

*         The centre theme of his gospel is Love.

*         Believed to write the Book of Revelation.

*         He went to Palestine, & Asia Minor for evangelization.

*         Died in A.D. 100 at the age of 97.

*         The only apostle who did not suffered from martyrdom.

*         Feast day: Dec 27.

 

Catholics Come Home Ads begin Dec. 13!        Six weeks of compelling television commercials will begin airing from December 13 on CityTV, CTV, Global, and Chinese television, inviting viewers to ‘come home’ to Christ and the Church.  For a fruitful harvest, you are invited to:-

1.       pray and fast for those you know who have stopped practicing their faith.

2.       Hand out the “We Miss You” leaflet as an invitation.

3.       Say a friendly hello to unfamiliar faces in church.

To view the commercials and for more information about this initiative, visit www.rcav.org.

 

GLOW-God Leads Our Way        Mandarin Youth Ministry is launching a Christ centered group of youths supporting other youths to grow together in life and in our Catholic faith.  English & Mandarin will be used.  Email Joyce at yuhe1107@hotmail.com.  Come and join us.

 

2013 Donation Envelope    is now available at the entrance of courtyard.

 

TAX DEDUCTIBLE FOR 2012   Remember your pledge in Project Advance?  Please go online donation at www.rcav.org to ensure your donation be tax deductible for this year. 

The Season of Advent Anticipation and Hope   The Parish of St. Joseph of the Worker invites you to an afternoon of Advent prayer and song in preparation for Christmas.  Dec 9 (Sun) from 4:00 p.m. &  refreshment at 5:15 p.m.

 

LITTLE FLOWER ACADEMY   Entrance Exam on Dec 15 (Sat). Application Forms and information are available at www.lfabc.org/apply or 604-738-9016 ext. 114.