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.

 

 

5th Sunday in Lent

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church -  Church Bulletin

5^th 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.

 

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.

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.

2nd Sunday of Lent

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

2^nd Sunday in Lent – February 24, 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.

 

Mass for Pope Benedict XVI    All the faithful of the Archdiocese of Vancouver are invited to an Archdiocesan celebration of Mass in Thanksgiving for the Ministry of Peter of Pope Benedict XVI on Mar 1 (Fri) at 5:10 pm at Holy Rosary Cathedral.

 

First Friday Mass & Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament  Mar 1 (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.

 

10th Anniversary of the Dedication of Our New Church   A thanksgiving Mass will be held on Mar 2 (Sat) at 9:30 a.m.  All are welcome.

 

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.

 

Estate Planning  Feb 26 (Tue) 7:30 p.m., John Nixon, Director of Development of the Archdiocese will present an Estate Planning Workshop that covers will preparation, powers of attorney, advance care planning, funeral and burial instructions and more.  This presentation will deal with matters you may not have thought about before but will help you gather your thoughts before you write your first will or prepare to update your will.  Free admission with free guide book.

 

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.

 

Mandarin Evangelization Evening    Invite your Mandarin speaking neighbours for dinner to be held on Mar 2 at 6:30 p.m.  Please sign up.

 

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

 

“Pursuit of Love” Musical   To align with Year of Faith and Catholics Come Home campaign, 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.  Tickets will be available on Feb 24.  Please call 604-818-6888 for details.

 

Set Ablaze in Christ           A Lenten Retreat by Fr. Scott McCaig, CC at St. Mary Parish, Vancouver from Feb 26 (Tue) to Feb 28 (Thu) at 8:00 am and 7:00 pm.  No registration required.  All are welcome.

 

Symposium at St. Mark’s College entitled “Vatican II and the Faith of the Church: reflections on the new evangelization” on Mar 1 & 2 (Fri & Sat), featuring 15 scholarly speakers, including Dr. Michael Attridge and Ottawa Archbishop Terrence Prendergast. Call 604-822-4463 or visit stmarkscollege.ca/conferences for more info and register.

 

Lenten Parish Mission  St. Augustine Parish, Vancouver will hold a Parish Mission on Mar 2 (Sat) from 6:00 - 8:00 am and 7:00 pm.  Masses lead by Fr. Rusty Sullivan.  More info call 604-736-4455.

 

A Film and Panel Discussion re Food Crisis in the region of Sahel (West Africa)  Salt & Light and CCODP invite you to join the film screening and engage in a panel discussion where Archbishop Miller, CSB and the members will answer questions.  Mar 2 (Sat) 7:30-9:00 pm at Chan Centre.  No cost but need registration.  Call 1-888-234-8533, http://saltandlighttv.org/anewleaf or email anewleaf@devp.org.

 

Healing of Memories          Conference with Fr. John Hampsch CMF, a world renowned speaker on inner healing on Mar 8 (Fri) 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm and Mar 9 (Sat) 9:00 am - 5:00 pm at St. Luke Parish, Maple Ridge.  Call 604-465-5383 for registration.

 

Corpus Christi College       For high school students to experience a day in the life of a college student.  Preview on Mar 26 (Tue) from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm.  Lunch provided.  Visit www.corpuschristi.ca.

First Sunday of Lent

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church bulletin

First Sunday of Lent – February 17, 2013

 

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

 

Pope Benedict XVI    Please offer prayer to our Holy Father that God may continue to grant him health and strength to fulfill his work before his retirement.

 

First Friday Mass & Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament      Mar 1 (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.

 

10th Anniversary of the Dedication of Our New Church   A thanksgiving Mass will be held on Mar 2 (Sat) at 9:30 a.m.  All are welcome.

 

St. Joseph’s Society Collection   34 retired, semi-retired or sick priests are receiving benefit which is amounted to $406,000 this year.  Your support this Sunday will be appreciated.

 

Come Home to Confession   Confession isn’t as scary as you might think, and to make it easier every parish will offer Confessions on Feb 20, 21 & 22, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.  If you know someone who has been away from the Church or the sacrament of Confession for some time, encourage them to receive this most powerful sacrament where we encounter Jesus Christ and receive his mercy.  Visit www.ComeToConfession.com for help with anxiety, Q&A, and practical tips.

 

Lunar New Year Dinner     will be held on Feb 17  (this Sun) evening at Continental Seafood Restaurant.  Please bring your tickets.  Big thanks to all volunteers and donors of the raffle prizes.

 

Spiritual & Bodily Health    Fr.  Josef Evgster, an expert in foot reflexology from Taiwan, will give a talk here on “ How to take care of our spiritual and bodily health in a simple and easy way” on Feb 22 (Fri), 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 (Mandarin/Cantonese at hall) and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. (English at Room A & B).  Free donation, all are welcome.

 

Free Movie - “ The Rite”   Feb 23 (Sat) at 1:00 p.m. at parish hall.

 

Estate Planning  Feb 26 (Tue) 7:30 p.m., John Nixon, Director of Development of the Archdiocese will present an Estate Planning Workshop that covers will preparation, powers of attorney, advance care planning, funeral and burial instructions and more.  This presentation will deal with matters you may not have thought about before but will help you gather your thoughts before you write your first will or prepare to update your will.  Free admission with free guide book.

 

Good Buy (Furniture)    Single bed, double bed, mattress, cabinet, display unit, desk, computer desk.  All in good condition.  Donation to church will be appreciated.  Please contact Benny Lau at bennyconstruction@gmail.com.

 

Rest in Peace - Amelia Chan

 

Ignatian Retreat at St. Mark’s Parish  One Day retreat - a time for prayer and reflection with an introduction to Gospel contemplation and St. Ignatius’s rules for discernment facilitated by Fr. Elton Fernandez, SJ.  It will be held at St. Mark’s Parish on Feb 23, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm.  To register, contact 604-822-4463 ext 126 or email parish.smark@rcav.org.

 

“Pursuit of Love” Musical   To align with Year of Faith and Catholics Come Home campaign, 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.  Tickets will be available on Feb 24.  Please call 604-818-6888 for details.

 

Catholic After Hours                    “Transubstantiation” by Brett Salkeld will be held on Feb 24, 6:30 p.m. at St. Regis Bar and Grill, 608 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver.  Cover charge $5 per person.  More details in facebook.

 

Catholic Parents with Children in Public Schools/Non-Catholic Independent Schools   Please participate in a short 3-minute survey, found at: www.surveymk.com/s/CISCB_Survey.  The survey link will close on Feb 20.  We very much hope to acquire information that will better help us to work towards meeting our strategic planning goals.  Any questions please call 604-683-9331.

 

Diocesan Farewell Mass and Dinner 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., followed by a reception at 5:30 and dinner at 6:00 in the gym.  Tickets will be available online at http://www.rcav.org/jensen/registration.

 

The Gospel of Mark LIVE: Rev. Joseph Morris  The Newman Club - Catholic Students' Association of UBC will host the event on Feb 22 (Fri), 7 p.m. at St. Mark's Parish, Vancouver.  Admission: Free-will Offering.

English Bulletin - 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

5^th Sunday in Ordinary Time – February 10, 2013

 

Ash Wednesday (Feb 13)

 

Mass    at 8:30 a.m. & 7:30 pm (English).

 

Day of Fasting and Abstinence 

Catholics from age 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.

 

Stations of the Cross (Communal)   

will be held on the following Fridays: Feb 15, Mar 8, 15 & 22.  English at 7 p.m. and Chinese at 8 p.m.

 

St. Joseph’s Society Collection  34 retired, semi-retired or sick priests are receiving benefit which is amounted to $406,000 this year.  Your support next Sunday will be appreciated.

 

Diocesan Confession & Pray for Souls   The Archbishop and the Office of Evangelization ask all parishioners to pray a nine-day Novena, Feb 11 - 19, asking God to draw souls to the mercy of Christ in the sacrament of Confession.  Each parish in the archdiocese will offer Confessions on Feb 20, 21 & 22, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. with a special invitation to those who’ve been away from the Church or this sacrament for some time.  Sign up to receive a daily email for the novena prayer at www.rcav.org/Novena.

 

Lunar New Year Dinner  will be held on Feb 17  (Sun) 6:30 p.m. at Continental Seafood Restaurant.  We have the honor of having Archbishop Miller and Bishop-elected Msgr. Jensen with us.  Dinner ticket ($38 for adult and $28 for children) is still available.  Limited tickets left.

 

Consider Increasing Sunday Offerings    As we start the New Year, please consider the increasing costs to operate our parish.  Your offertory gifts help make the many ministers, community outreach and support programs in our parish.  Most importantly, you help maintain our place of worship for you and your family.  As God blesses us each year with many gifts, please consider recognizing the needs of the parish with a sacrificial increase in your weekly gift this year.

 

Estate Planning  Feb 26 (Tue) 7:30 p.m., John Nixon, Director of Development of the Archdiocese will present an Estate Planning Workshop that covers will preparation, powers of attorney, advance care planning, funeral and burial instructions and more.  This presentation will deal with matters you may not have thought about before but will help you gather your thoughts before you write your first will or prepare to update your will.  Free admission with free guide book.

 

Furniture    Single bed, double bed, mattress, cabinet, display unit, desk, computer desk.  All in good condition.  Donation to church will be appreciated.  Please contact Benny Lau at bennyconstruction@gmail.com.

 

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.

 

Silent Live-In Retreat     Is Jesus Calling You?  For women interested in Discerning a call to Religious Life. 7:00 pm Friday, Feb 15 to 3:00 pm Sunday Feb 17.  For info or register, contact Linda 604-936-2875.

 

World Day of the Sick   Archbishop Miller will celebrate the Mass of Anointing on Feb 12, 11a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 555 South Slocan Street, Vancouver.

 

ONE Conference    The annual Archdiocesan conference - to inspire, unite, and empower Catholics in their faith and mission.  Hear from dynamic speaker Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT, celebrate Mass with Archbishop J. Michael Miller, CSB and enjoy an evening concert by international recording artist Matt Maher.   Feb 16 (Sat) at the Vancouver Convention Centre.  Tickets: $45 for full conference package - Day Conference $35 and Concert $20.  Tickets are available at the parish office, JPII Pastoral Centre or online at RCAV.ORG/ONE. 

 

“The Law or the Spirit?”   by Catholic Forum, Feb 19 (Tue), 7:00 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 5251 Joyce St. Vancouver.

 

“Pursuit of Love” Musical Do we live on bread alone or is there a deeper meaning to life?  To align with Year of Faith and Catholics Come Home campaign, 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.  Tickets will be available on Feb 24.  Please call 604-818-6888 for details.

 

Catholic After Hours          Talk on “Transubstantiation” by Brett Salkeld will be held on Feb 24, 6:30 p.m. at St. Regis Bar and Grill, 608 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver.  Cover charge $5 per person.  More details in facebook.