Thursday 28 March 2013

English Bulletin for Easter Sunday

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church bulletin

Easter Sunday – March 31, 2013

 

Welcome to Our New Catholics   

 "Grace and peace be yours in abundance."(1 Pet 1:2)

 

Divine Mercy Sunday - April 7th

 

A Plenary Indulgence will be granted to the faithful who participate in this Feast of Mercy under the following conditions:

1.       Sacramental Confession 8 days prior to or after the Feast Day.

2.       Offer prayers for the intentions of the Pope.

3.       Receive Communion in a state of grace on Divine Mercy Sunday. Sunday Mass fulfills this obligation.

4.       Participate in a special prayer service in honor of the Divine Mercy on that day or at least recite before the Blessed Sacrament an Our Father, The Creed and devout prayer to Merciful Jesus:

"Jesus, I trust in You." Divine Mercy Devotion will be held at our Church on April 7th at 3:00 pm in Cantonese. All are welcome.

 

First Friday Mass & Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament      Apr 5 (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.

 

Catholics Come Home    Christ is risen.  Let come to adore Him.  It is never too late to share the new life in Christ.

 

Congratulation   Elizabeth Capper Wong on her 100th birthday on Easter Monday, many years to come!

 

CM Voice    Colour version is available online at our website http://cmartyrs.rcav.org.  Also, your contribution of articles is always welcome.

 

Catholic Movie - Chiara & Francesco    Let's join together to reflect on the life of St. Francis, whose name and life, our current Pope Francis choses.  St. Francis came from a very rich family, but God called him to a life of poverty and service for His Church and people.  We will all have a chance to learn how to live a life of obedience and doing the will of God.  Apr 13 (Sat), 7 - 10 p.m. at room A and B.

 

New Prayer Book     is available at Gift Shop.

 

Rest in Peace - Margaret Chen

 

Feast of the Divine Mercy at Holy Rosary Cathedral  Apr 7 (Sun) is the feast of the Divine Mercy, and all are invited to attend a special Archdiocesan celebration at Holy Rosary Cathedral.  Archbishop J. Michael Miller will celebrate Mass at 2:30 p.m., in thanksgiving for the Petrine ministry of Pope Francis. Representatives of Christian Churches, Ecclesial Communities and faith traditions will also be in attendance.  A reception will follow in Holy Rosary Hall.  Please spread the word!

 

Vocation Live-In     Apr 12-14 weekend at Seminary of Christ the King.  Visit http://www.sck.ca for more info.

 

EWTN Catholic TV station EWTN (Eternal Word Television Network) is available free in Shaw 167 and Telus 160 till April 30.

 

Is Your Marriage in Crisis      Retrouvaille is Your Answer.  For confidential information or to register for the program beginning the weekend of April 19 - 21, call 604-530-6710, email vancouverbc@retrouvaille.org or visit www.retrouvaille.org; www.retrouvaillevancouver.com.

 

Stewardship What is it, and why do we need it?  Mike Murphy of the international Catholic Stewardship Council will present practical examples and best practices.  All interested parishioners are welcome.  St. Francis Xavier Church, Vancouver on Apr 13 (Sat) 9 a.m. $25 includes lunch and breaks.  E-mail bdowding@rcav.org for further information.

 

Come and be healed by the power of God    Let Him renew your mind, body and spirit.  Mustard Seed Healing Ministry invites you to a Healing Prayer Service on Apr 13 after the 5 p.m. Mass at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, 7455 - 10th Avenue, Burnaby.  The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed during the entire service. For information call 778-688-4752.

 

Discovering Christ   Experience a personal relationship with Jesus Christ through discussion, DVD and dinner at St. Francis de Sales Parish, Burnaby.  Scheduled on Wednesdays from Apr 17 - May 29 at 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.  Pre-registration required.  Called 604-434-1328 or email parish.sfds@rcav.org.

 

Palliative Care Sedation by Dr. Stuart Brown  Hosted by the Catholic Physicians' Guild, a presentation on Palliative Care Sedation by Dr. Stuart Brown will be held on Apr 27(Sat) at Cartier Parish Hall, W. 38th Ave. following the 5 p.m. anticipatory Mass at Sts. Peter & Paul Church, Vancouver. All healthcare providers are welcome. Light supper by donation.

 

Rachel's Vineyard Retreat  Grieving your abortion losses.  Retreat from May 3 - 5, call 604-525-0999.

 

Friday 22 March 2013

English Bulletin for Palm Sunday

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

Palm Sunday – March 24, 2013

 

Lenten Confession in our Parish                  Mar 25 (Mon) & 26 (Tue) 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. and Mar 29 (Fri) 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.  (Please refer to other parishes in Richmond for their schedule)

 

Holy Week Liturgy (all in English & Chinese except on Easter Sunday)

 

Mar 28  (Thu)      8:00 pm               Mass of the Lord's Supper

 

Mar 29  (Fri)        3:00 pm               Good Friday

(1) From age of 14 are bound to abstain from meat.  Those from 18 years to the beginning of their 60th year are bound to fast i.e. no meat with only one full meal be taken.

(2) The Good Friday Collection will be in support of the Christian communities, the Holy Land, the upkeep of the Holy Sites and  the formation of future priests.  Let us give generously and show solidarity to the needs of the Church in the land of Jesus.

 

Mar 30  (Sat)       9:00 pm               Easter Vigil (with adult baptism)

 

Mar 31  (Sun)      Easter Sunday    

                              9:30 am               Chinese Mass

                              11:45 am             English Mass  (with baptism)

 

Divine Mercy Sunday - April 7th

 

A Plenary Indulgence will be granted to the faithful who participate in this Feast of Mercy under the following conditions:

1.            Sacramental Confession 8 days prior to or after the Feast Day.

2.            Offer prayers for the intentions of the Pope.

3.            Receive Communion in a state of grace on Divine Mercy Sunday. Sunday Mass fulfills this obligation.

4.            Participate in a special prayer service in honor of the Divine Mercy on that day or at least recite before the Blessed Sacrament an Our Father, The Creed and devout prayer to Merciful Jesus: "Jesus, I trust in You." Divine Mercy Devotion will be held at our Church on April 7th at 3:00 pm in Cantonese. All are welcome. To prepare for this Feast, please pray the Divine Mercy Novena starting on Good Friday, March 29, 2013.

Prayer   Please pray for those preparing for baptism, confirmation or those who will be received into full communion into the church this Easter.

 

First Friday Mass & Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament    Apr 5 (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.

 

CM Voice    Colour version is available online at our website http://cmartyrs.rcav.org.  Also, your contribution of articles is always welcome.

 

Funeral Mass for late Margaret Chen        will be held on Mar 26 (Tue) 11:00 a.m. at church.  There will be no vigil the night before.

 

Rest in Peace - Lucia Cheung & Yips Hui

 

A presentation by Catholic After Hours   "Just War Theory - A Philosophical and Theological Outline" by Daniel Hahn will be held on Mar 24 (Sun) at St Regis Bar and Grill, 608 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver.  Dinner at 6:30 p.m.; Talk at 7:30 p.m.  There is a small cover charge.  More info on Catholic After Hours Facebook page.

 

A Telecast by The National Catholic Mission 2013  Speakers Fr. Ron Rolheiser, OMI, Fr. Anthony Gittins, CSSp and Fr. Pat Fitzpatrick, CSSp will address the subject of Trust the lack of which can lead to paranoia and fear.  It will be telecast on Vision TV on Mar 25 & 26.  Part I is scheduled for Mar 25 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Part II on Mar  26 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

 

EWTN    Catholic TV station EWTN (Eternal Word Television Network) is available free in Shaw 167 and TELUS 160 till April 30.

 

Vancouver International Airport Chapel  Mass and Service at 4 p.m. on Holy Thursday - March 28, Good Friday - March 29 and Easter Sunday - March 31.  YVR Airport Chapel is located at the International Arrivals Level.

 

Is Your Marriage in Crisis      Retrouvaille is Your Answer.  For confidential information or to register for the program beginning the weekend of April 19 - 21, call 604-530-6710, email vancouverbc@retrouvaille.org or visit www.retrouvaille.org; www.retrouvaillevancouver.com.

 

Corpus Christi College   Preview Day for high school students this Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  You will sit in a "Mini" college lecture, tour the campus, meet with faculty & staff.  Visit www.corpuschristi.ca and register byoung@corpuschristi.ca.

 

St. Anthony's Preschool  Contact 604-261-4043 or email preschool@stanthonyofpaduaschool.ca.

 

 

Friday 15 March 2013

5th Sunday in Lent

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church -  Church Bulletin

5th Sunday of Lent – Mar 17, 2013

 

Lenten Confession in our Parish

 

Mar 25 (Mon) & 26 (Tue) 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.

Mar 29 (Fri) 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

(Please refer to other parishes in Richmond for their schedule)

 

Share Lent    The second collection this Sunday is to assist our Canadian Bishops to help the poor countries develop and to build peace.

 

Holy Week Liturgy

(all in English & Chinese except on Easter Sunday)

 

Mar 28          (Thu)  8:00 pm        Mass of the Lord's Supper

 

Mar 29          (Fri)    3:00 pm        Good Friday

(1) From age of 14 are bound to abstain from meat.  Those from 18 years to the beginning of their 60th year are bound to fast i.e. no meat with only one full meal be taken.

 

(2) The Good Friday Collection will be in support of the Christian communities, the Holy Land, the upkeep of the Holy Sites and  the formation of future priests.  Let us give generously and show solidarity to the needs of the Church in the land of Jesus.

 

Mar 30          (Sat)   9:00 pm        Easter Vigil (with adult baptism)

 

Mar 31          (Sun)  Easter Sunday       

                    9:30 am        Chinese Mass

                    11:45 am      English Mass  (with baptism)

 

Stations of the Cross  will be held on Mar 22 (Friday). English at 7 p.m. and Chinese at 8 p.m.

 

"Retreat on Faith"

Msgr. Joseph Chiang from Newark, N.J. will lead us a retreat on faith.  Please sign up.

Mar 20 (Wed)         7:30-9:00 p.m.        in Cantonese

Mar 23 (Sat)           10:15-2:00 pm        in Cantonese

                              7:00 - 9:30 p.m.      in Mandarin.

 

RCIA - Rite of Scrutiny      Please pray for our elected who are preparing for their baptism this Easter.

 

A presentation by Catholic After Hours   "Just War Theory - A Philosophical and Theological Outline" by Daniel Hahn will be held on Mar 24 (Sun) at St Regis Bar and Grill, 608 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver.  Dinner at 6:30 p.m.; Talk at 7:30 p.m.  There is a small cover charge.  More info on Catholic After Hours Facebook page.

 

A Telecast by The National Catholic Mission 2013  Speakers Fr. Ron Rolheiser, OMI, Fr. Anthony Gittins, CSSp and Fr. Pat Fitzpatrick, CSSp will address the subject of Trust the lack of which can lead to paranoia and fear.  It will be telecast on Vision TV on Mar 25 & 26.  Part I is scheduled for Mar 25 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Part II on Mar  26 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

 

EWTN Catholic TV station EWTN (Eternal Word Television Network) is available free in Shaw 167 till April 30.

 

The Feast of Divine Mercy    Special Hour of Adoration, Benediction and Divine Mercy prayers will be held at St. Paul Parish ( 8251 St. Alban's Rd., Richmond)  on Apr 7 (Sun), 2:45 - 4:00 p.m.

 

Migrant Workers - Journey with the Lord    Experience the presence of our Lord through the Migrant Workers Way of the Cross.  Holy Rosary Hall, 646 Richards St. on Saturday Mar 23 from 2 - 4:30 p.m.  Registration will open at 1:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.  Please RSVP Edna: 604-683-0281 ext. 290; email egarrucho@rcav.org.

 

Is Your Marriage in Crisis      Retrouvaille is Your Answer.  For confidential information or to register for the program beginning the weekend of April 19 - 21, call 604-530-6710, email vancouverbc@retrouvaille.org or visit www.retrouvaille.org; www.retrouvaillevancouver.com.

 

Corpus Christi College   Attention high school students: Are you interested in experiencing a day of a college student.  Preview Day on  Mar 26 (Tue) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  You will sit in a "mini" college lecture, tour the campus, meet with faculty & staff.  Visit www.corpuschristi.ca and register byoung@corpuschristi.ca.

 

St. Anthony's Preschool     is accepting registration for 2013-14 school year.  Contact 604-261-4043 or email preschool@stanthonyofpaduaschool.ca.

 

Employment Opportunity             School Secretary at St. Augustine School, Kitsilano. More info: Chiara Hnatiuk: 604-657-9003; email cmontessori@shaw.ca.

 

Friday 8 March 2013

English Bulletin - Fourth Sunday of Lent

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

Fourth Sunday of Lent – March 10, 2013

 

Stations of the Cross will be held on Mar 15 & 22 (Fridays). English at 7 p.m. and Chinese at 8 p.m.

 

I am thirsty”         The Canadian Martyrs Prayer Group is sponsoring a Lenten Recollection on Mar 16 (Sat) 7:00 p.m. at the parish hall.  Theme for this year is entitled “I am thirsty” and will be presented by Fr. Elton Fernandes.  The Lenten Recollection is free of charge and everyone is welcome.

 

Retreat on Faith” 

Msgr. Joseph Chiang from Newark will lead us a retreat on faith.  Please sign up.

Mar 20 (Wed)         7:30-9:00 p.m.        in Cantonese

Mar 23 (Sat)           10:15-2:30 pm        in Cantonese

                              7:30 - 9:30 p.m.      in Mandarin.

 

Share Lent    The second collection next Sunday is to assist our Canadian Bishops to help the poor countries develop and to build peace.

 

Alpha Course  Every Thursday at 6:30 p.m.  You will have complimentary dinner in a relaxed environment, listen to an interesting video which examines different aspects of the Catholic faith, then join a friendly discussion.  Register with Lorna at 604-928-1022 or lornat18898@hotmail.com. Online at www.alphacanada.org.

 

Parish Pastoral Council    will be held on Mar 14 (Thu) 7:30 p.m.  Each parish group should send at least one member to the meeting.

 

Donation Tax Receipts      All unclaimed donation tax receipts have been mailed out.

 

Diocesan Farewell Mass for Bishop-elect Stephen Jensen   We’ll be bidding farewell to Prince George’s new bishop on Mar 17 (Sun) at St. Francis de Sales Church, Burnaby.  Mass is at 3:30 p.m.

Let’s pray

 

* That the Holy Spirit will inspire and strengthen the Cardinal-electors as they choose a new Holy Father to lead us.

 

"When the Pope Resigns - Context and Implications of Pope Benedict's Recent Resignation"                      Free public lecture by Archbishop Miller at Saint Mark's College, 5935 Iona Drive on Wednesday, Mar 13 from 6 to 8 p.m.  For more information; to reserve a seat, please call 604-822-4463.

 

Pursuit of Love” Musical   The Fountain of Life and Love will host a Chinese evangelization event “Pursuit of Love” on Mar 24 (Sun) at Michael J Fox Theatre from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.  Kindly invite the lukewarm Catholics and non-Catholics seekers to experience our inspiring music and faith witnesses.  Please call 604-818-6888 for details.

 

Charity Appeal Main Draw  The winners for the 51st Annual Knights of Columbus Charity Appeal main draw is now posted on the notice board.

 

Monastic Life Workshop for ladies    On the weekend of March 15 - 17 at Westminster Abbey, Mission. More information call 604-826-8975.

 

A Telecast by The National Catholic Mission 2013  Speakers Fr. Ron Rolheiser, OMI, Fr. Anthony Gittins, CSSp and Fr. Pat Fitzpatrick, CSSp will address the subject of Trust the lack of which can lead to paranoia and fear.  It will be telecast on Vision TV on Mar 25 & 26.  Part I is scheduled for Mar 25 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Part II on Mar  26 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

 

Corpus Christi College   Attention high school students: Are you interested in experiencing a day in the life of a college student.  Preview Day on  Mar 26 (Tue) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  You will sit in a “mini” college lecture, tour the campus, meet with faculty & staff.  Visit www.corpuschristi.ca and register for the event through byoung@corpuschristi.ca.

 

St. Patrick’s Secondary School is hosting their annual Dinner Gala Fundraiser to be held on Apr 13 (Sat).  They are looking for good quality items, gift certificates etc. that will be auctioned off that evening.  Dinner ticket order forms are available at stpats.bc.ca under the “Latest Additions - Fundraising Gala 2013” link or email DinnerGala@stpats.bc.ca.  There are a limited number of spaces available for Grade 8 to 12.  Interested applicants may pick up a Registration Package from the office at the main school.

 

Organist Valerie Hall in concert    Works by Marchand, Bach, Willan, and BC composers Denis Bedard and Nicholas Fairbank at the Holy Rosary Cathedral, Richards & Dunsmuir, Vancouver on Mar 15 at 8 p.m.  Seniors $20 & students $15.  Info: 604-682-6774.

Friday 1 March 2013

English Bulletin for 3rd Sunday of Lent

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church bulletin

Third Sunday of Lent – March 3, 2013

 

Stations of the Cross will be held on Mar 8, 15 & 22 (Fridays). English at 7 p.m. and Chinese at 8 p.m.

 

“I am thirsty” The Canadian Martyrs Prayer Group is sponsoring a Lenten Recollection on Mar 16 (Sat) 7:00 p.m. at the parish hall.  Theme for this year is entitled “I am thirsty” and will be presented by Fr. Elton Fernandes.  The Lenten Recollection is free of charge and everyone is welcome.

 

“Retreat on Faith”   Msgr. Joseph Chiang from Newark will lead us a retreat on faith.

Mar 20 (Wed)         7:30-9:00 p.m. in Cantonese

Mar 23 (Sat)           10:15-2:30 pm in Cantonese and 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. in Mandarin.

Please sign up.

 

Alpha Course          will begin here on Mar 7, every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. for 11 weeks.  You will have complimentary dinner in a relaxed environment, listen to an interesting video which examines different aspects of the Catholic faith, then join a friendly discussion.  Register with Lorna at 604-928-1022 or lornat18898@hotmail.com. Online at www.alphacanada.org.

 

RCIA - Rite of Scrutiny                Please pray for our elected who are preparing for their baptism this Easter.

 

Parish Pastoral Council    will be held on Mar 14 (Thu) 7:30 p.m.  Each parish group should send at least one member to the meeting.

 

CM Voice      Share your inspiration, reflection on faith, insight from a retreat talk, experience of God’s grace in our parish publication.  Please submit your article before Mar 4.

 

2012 Donation Tax Receipts are available to be pick up at the church foyer. 

 

Gift Shop      New Lighthouse Catholic Media CDs arrived: Winning the Culture War ( Dr. Kreeft articulates everything that we must do to win the culture war) and Pray like a Saint (wisdom for growing close to God) by Matthew Leonard.

 

Diocesan Farewell Mass for Bishop-elect Stephen Jensen   We’ll be bidding farewell to Prince George’s new bishop on Mar 17 (Sun) at St. Francis de Sales Church, Burnaby.  Mass is at 3:30 p.m.

 

Monastic Life Workshop for ladies          A Monastic Life workshop for ladies interested in the consecrated life will be held on the weekend of March 15 - 17 at Westminster Abbey, Mission. More information call 604-826-8975.

 

“Pursuit of Love” Musical   The Fountain of Life and Love will host a Chinese evangelization event “Pursuit of Love” on Mar 24 (Sun) at Michael J Fox Theatre from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.  Kindly invite the lukewarm Catholics and non-Catholics seekers to experience our inspiring music and faith witnesses.  Please call 604-818-6888 for details.

 

Please pray

 

*That Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, who has served the Church faithfully as Supreme Pontiff, may find peace and consolation as he turns to a life of prayer for the Church.

 

*That the Holy Spirit will inspire and strengthen the Cardinal-electors as they choose a new Holy Father to lead us.

 

"When the Pope Resigns - Context and Implications of Pope Benedict's Recent Resignation"                      Free public lecture by Archbishop Miller at Saint Mark's College, 5935 Iona Drive on Wednesday, Mar 13 from 6 to 8 p.m.  For more information; to reserve a seat, please call 604-822-4463.

 

How to Answer Every Anti-Catholic Criticism of the Catholic Church   A talk by J. Fraser Field. Theology on Tap is scheduled on Mar 7 at 7 p.m. at St. Mark's College / Plato Cave, 5935 Iona Drive.  More information call Father Hien Nguyen - 604-822-6862.

 

Freedom   The original reconciliation event for youth offered by the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry, on Mar 8 (Fri) from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Parish, Port Coquitlam.  Open to high school teens and young adults, they will experience the healing power of Christ through music, prayer, testimonies and teachings, and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Visit www.oyyam.com.

 

Treasures of the Triduum    Hosted by the Catechetic Office of RCAV.  6 p.m. with a light supper on Mar 8 (Fri) at Holy Name Parish, Van; Mar 11 (Mon) at All Saints Parish, Coquitlam. Cost: $15. info or to register, visit http://www.rcav.org/oc/triduum.