English Bulletin 20th ordinary

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

20^th 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.

English Bulletin - 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church bulletin

19^th 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.

English Bulletin - 18th Ordinary

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

18^th 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.

English Bulletin - 17th Ordinary

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

17^th Sunday in Ordinary Time – July 27, 2014

 

Year of Hope

When there are bumps on the road of life, let's put our trust and hope on Jesus so that He will give us the strength and the courage and faith to continue our journey.

          Our hope and faith is built on nothing less than Jesus - his love and mercy and righteousness. Let's stay more closer to Jesus.             

          “The Lord is all I have, and so I put my hope in him. The Lord is good to everyone who trusts in him.”                  (Lamentations 3:24-25)

 

Hope

H - hold on to God

O - offer your concerns to Him

P - pray with all your heart

E- expect, believe and hope in His promises.

                                          (Canadian Martyrs Prayer Group)

 

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

 

U-Camp!   A summer faith-based “soft skill” camp, conducted by Patrick Chun Jr., UBC Broad-Based Admission Reader and Kitty Wong, etiquette teacher will start this Monday to Friday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Enroll now!

 

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults  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 session starting Sep 11 at 7:00 p.m. every Thursday.

 

T3 Thy Kingdom Come   Youth Faith Formation Program (YFFP) is accepting registrations for 2014-15.  Forms are available at the Info Counter.  Last day of early bird registration is Jul 31.  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.

 

Congratulations to our Newly Weds

Andrew Tsui & Jenny Kan

 

Join us in South Arm Park to have fun on Aug 4 (Mon, 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!

 

Project Advance

Parish goal: $168,000 of which $44,000 goes to Archdiocese and $124,000 for parish debt.  Up-to-date pledge: $142,756, balance $25,244.  Suggest each family $432 or $36/month.  Please pledge at the office or go online www.rcav.org.

 

Parish Community Activities        

Evening Tai Chi every Monday  at 6 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. and morning Tai Chi every Tue at 9:30 - 10:30 am.

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, an inspiring man who has shown us the importance of following Christ in our daily lives. 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.

 

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, Vancouver at 7:00-9:00 p.m.

English Bulletin - 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

16^th Sunday in Ordinary Time – July 20, 2014

 

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

 

U-Camp!

A summer faith-based “Soft skill” camp, conducted by Patrick Chun Jr., UBC Broad-Based Admission Reader and Kitty Wong, etiquette teacher will start on Jul 28 - Aug 1 (Mon-Fri) and for Gr. 2 - 7 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & for Gr. 8 - 11, from 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Parish Pastoral Council      will be held this Friday 7:30 p.m.  Each parish group is advised to send at least one member to the meeting.

 

Welcome all Visitors          Catholics who bring their non-Catholic friends for Mass are reminded that non-Catholics cannot receive Communion.  They can ask for a blessing instead.

 

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults  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 session starting Sep 11 at 7:00 p.m. every Thursday.

 

T3 Thy Kingdom Come   Youth Faith Formation Program (YFFP) is accepting registrations for 2014-15.  Forms are available at the Info Counter.  Last day of early bird registration is Jul 31.  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.

 

Project Advance

Parish goal: $168,000 of which $44,000 goes to Archdiocese and $124,000 for parish debt.  Up-to-date pledge: $141,206, balance $26,794.  Suggest each family $432 or $36/month.  Please pledge at the office or go online www.rcav.org.        

 

Congratulations to our Newly Weds ~ Gabriel Chau & Cindy Tam

 

Join us in South Arm Park (Williams Road and Garden City Road) to have fun on Aug 4 (Mon, BC Day) from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Bring your lunch, chairs and outdoor games.

 

St. James and the Pilgrim Way    Learn about St. James the Greater and the pilgrimage devoted to him, the Way of St. James (El Camino) on Jul 25 (Friday, Feast day of St. James) from 7:00-9:00 pm at Holy Rosary Hall, Vancouver.  19 years or older, admission $10.  Pre-register at www.dominicanlaity.ca/events or call 604-602-0139.

 

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, an inspiring man who has shown us the importance of following Christ in our daily lives. Please visit wccclc.ca or contact us at wccclc.info@gmail.com.

 

YouthLeader 2014    This dynamic Christian leadership training event is open to teens 14 or older to take leadership roles in their parishes, schools and communities.  Aug 11-15, Summit Park, Abbotsford. Register at www.oyyam.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  Annual Marian Pilgrimage to the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes in 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 begin 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.

 

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.

English Bulletin - 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

15^th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Jul 13, 2014

 

Year of Hope

 

"For he that sings praises, not only praise, but also praise with gladness: he that sings praises, not only sing, but also love him of whom he sing. In praise, there is the speaking forth of one confessing; in singing, the affection of one loving."               - St. Augustine

 

St. Augustine reminds us that just singing a song is not enough. When we sing songs of God's love, it makes the songs more than just any kind of songs, but truly adds to the power of our prayers to Him.                        ~ St. Mary's Choir - Children/Young Adults

 

U-Camp!

Preparing for university starts from elementary school!  A summer faith-based “Soft skill” camp, conducted by Patrick Chun Jr., UBC Broad-Based Admission Reader and Kitty Wong, etiquette teacher.

They will train your children on how to succeed in life with better appearance, manners and communication skills, which ultimately will help them getting into their favourite university.

Group A : Jul 21 - 25 and Group B: Jul 28 - Aug 1 (Mon-Fri)

For Gr. 2-7 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & for Gr. 8-11, from 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.  Register before Jul 15.

Parish Pastoral Council    will be held on Jul 25 (Fri) 7:30 p.m.  Each parish group is advised to send at least one member to the meeting.

 

Join us in South Arm Park to have fun on Aug 4 (Mon, BC Day) from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Bring your lunch, chairs and outdoor games.

 

Welcome all Visitors          Catholics who bring their non-Catholic friends for Mass are reminded that non-Catholics cannot receive Communion.  They can ask for a blessing instead.

 

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults  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 session starting Sep 11 at 7:00 p.m. every Thursday.

 

T3 Thy Kingdom Come   Youth Faith Formation Program (YFFP) is accepting registrations for 2014-15.  Forms are available at the Info Counter.  Last day of early bird registration is Jul 31.  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.

 

CM Voice      New issue has been published.

 

Project Advance

* Parish goal: $168,000 of which $44,000 goes to Archdiocese and $124,000 for parish debt.

          Up-to-date pledge: $141,006 balance $26,994

* Suggest each family $432 or $36/month.

Please pledge at the office or go online www.rcav.org.         

 

Congratulations to our Newly Weds ~ Angelina Ng & Paul Nouth

 

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Vocations in Progress (V.I.P.)      Have frank questions about priesthood?  Want to follow Christ the Lord more closely?  V.I.P. offers an opportunity for men discerning their call to gather in fraternity and prayer at St. John Marie Vianney House (691 W. 33rd Ave., Van.) on Jul 26 (Sat) at 5:00 p.m.

The Feminine Heart: An Evening with the Sisters of Life        Come spend time with the Sisters of Life, as they lead an evening of Eucharistic Adoration, prayer and Q & A on Jul 29 (Thu) from 6-9 p.m. at St. Patrick Parish, Van.  Visit www.sistersoflife.org.

 

Western Canada Chinese Catholic Living Camp (WCCCLC)  will be held on Aug 29 to Sep 1 (Fri-Mon). We welcome Chinese young adults ages 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, an inspiring man who has shown us the importance of following Christ in our daily lives. Please visit wccclc.ca or contact us at wccclc.info@gmail.com.

 

YouthLeader 2014    This dynamic Christian leadership training event is open to teens 14 or older to take leadership roles in their parishes, schools and communities.  Aug 11-15, Summit Park, Abbotsford. Register at www.oyyam.com.

 

A Twilight Retreat Series    Pope Francis said: “Treat God like a close friend”.  How can we experience friendship with God who is absolutely Holy and transcendently Other?  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.

English Bulletin - 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church – Church Bulletin

Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – July 6, 2014

 

U-Camp!

Preparing for university starts from elementary school!  A summer faith-based "Soft skill" camp, conducted by Patrick Chun Jr., UBC Broad-Based Admission Reader and Kitty Wong, etiquette teacher.

 

They will train your children on how to succeed in life with better appearance, manners and communication skills, which ultimately will help them getting into their favourite university.

 

Group A : Jul 21 - 25 and Group B: Jul 28 - Aug 1 (Mon-Fri)

For Gr. 2-7 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. &

for Gr. 8-11, from 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

 

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults  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 session starting Sep 11 at 7:00 p.m. every Thursday.

 

T3 Thy Kingdom Come   Youth Faith Formation Program (YFFP) is accepting registrations for 2014-15.  Forms are available at the Info Counter.  Last day of early bird registration is Jul 31.  Class will start on Sep 17.

 

Project Advance

* Parish goal: $168,000 of which $44,000 goes to Archdiocese and $124,000 for parish debt.

          Up-to-date pledge: $140,306 balance $27,694.

* Suggest each family $432 or $36/month.

Please pledge at the office or go online www.rcav.org.         

Welcome all Visitors          Catholics who bring their non-Catholic friends for Mass are reminded that non-Catholics cannot receive Communion.  They can ask for a blessing instead.

 

On Vacation?          Check Mass time at www.masstimes.org.

 

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.

 

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Vocations in Progress (V.I.P.)      Have frank questions about priesthood?  Want to follow Christ the Lord more closely?  V.I.P. offers an opportunity for men discerning their call to gather in fraternity and prayer.  These events take place in the casual atmosphere of St. John Marie Vianney House (691 W. 33rd Ave., Van.) on Jul 11 (Fri) and Jul 26 (Sat) at 5:00 p.m.

 

The Feminine Heart: An Evening with the Sisters of Life        Come spend time with the Sisters of Life, a thriving congregation of religious, based in the Bronx, NY, as they lead an evening of Eucharistic Adoration, prayer and Q & A on Jul 29 (Thu) from 6-9 p.m. at St. Patrick Parish, Van.  Visit www.sistersoflife.org/ or www.facebook.com/vocationsvancouver.

 

Activate your Baptism: A Three Series Event Come reflect, listen, pray and strengthen your faith with Rosemary Height's Three Series Event by Sr. Maureen Kunz, RGS.  "God wants you" on Jul 19 (Sat) and "God loves you" on Jul 26 (Sat), both from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. both $50 includes lunch and snacks and "God needs you" on Sep 5-6 (Fri-Sat), $130/single occupancy, $110 double occupancy.  Register at www.rosemaryheights.com.

 

YouthLeader 2014    This dynamic Christian leadership training event is open to teens 14 or older to take leadership roles in their parishes, schools and communities.  Aug 11-15, Summit Park, Abbotsford. Register at www.oyyam.com.

 

Searching in the Spirit   Annual Post-Confirmation training event will take place from Aug 18 - 22 (Mon-Fri) at Camp Jubilee at the base of Mt. Seymour.  Welcome youth age 12 & 13 who are confirmed this summer. Register at www.oyyam.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.

 

Emergency Appeal for Sudan                 The escalating conflict in South Sudan has created the large scale displacement of communities  in their country with an estimated 4 million people in need of aid.  To act and help the most vulnerable in food and medical, please support through http://rcav.org/emergency-appeal-crisis-sudan/.