March 23, 2008
April 22, 2008
Easter Sunday
March 23, 2008
March 23, 2008
Resurrection of the Lord
We celebrate with great joy the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. He who lives forever shares his life with the baptized.
Let us rejoice and be glad on this day that the Lord has made.
Let us rejoice and be glad on this day that the Lord has made.
Easter Message from our Pastor
The Resurrection of Christ is the cornerstone of our Christian faith. If Christ had not been raised from the dead, our faith would be empty. But the Resurrection of Christ is not merely something “out there”, not merely an historical fact at which we gaze admiringly, it is a present reality in which, through Baptism, we are intimately involved. The goal is “Easter living” all year round, as disciples of Jesus we follow Him in living out our baptismal promises. Let us seek to be people of justice and charity as we press on in the joy of the Holy Spirit of Peace. Easter Blessings in the Risen One.
Father Joseph Muldoon & Father Vernon Boyd
The Resurrection of Christ is the cornerstone of our Christian faith. If Christ had not been raised from the dead, our faith would be empty. But the Resurrection of Christ is not merely something “out there”, not merely an historical fact at which we gaze admiringly, it is a present reality in which, through Baptism, we are intimately involved. The goal is “Easter living” all year round, as disciples of Jesus we follow Him in living out our baptismal promises. Let us seek to be people of justice and charity as we press on in the joy of the Holy Spirit of Peace. Easter Blessings in the Risen One.
Father Joseph Muldoon & Father Vernon Boyd
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (R.C.I.A.) This Easter Vigil we shall witness the journey of the Elect to the fullness of Christian initiation. We have two people who will be baptized on this holy evening. As well, two other adults will receive the sacrament of Confirmation. Through communal prayer we ask God to send the Holy Spirit to help spiritually fortify them. Finally, the newly initiated are invited to remain with all of us to share in the Lord's Supper. Surrounded and supported by their Catholic sisters and brothers, they have journeyed to full membership in the Catholic Church.
Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist: Sheila Robin, Mel Evenson
Confirmation, Eucharist: Mark Savenkoff
Eucharist: Geoff Clarke
Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist: Sheila Robin, Mel Evenson
Confirmation, Eucharist: Mark Savenkoff
Eucharist: Geoff Clarke
NEOPHYTE MASS: Please join with our diocesan community in a special celebration welcoming those who have been fully initiated at the Easter Vigil. This Mass for the Neophytes will be held on Sunday, March 30, 2008 at 12:00 p.m. at Notre-Dame Cathedral.
Administrative Assistant: Our new Administrative Assistant is Bonnie Kobner and she will start on Monday, March 31. We welcome her in the parish office Monday through Friday.
Youth Night: March 26, 2008 7-9pm – Skits, snacks & your input. All aged 12-18 are invited. Call Kat for info.
Adult Faith Development: What does it mean for me to be a Catholic in the world today as People of the Word? An introduction to Scripture. Presenter: Archbishop Terrence Prendergast, S.J. Sat., Mar. 29. Cost: $15. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn. Info: Carol (738-5025 X 251); (ckuzmochka@ecclesia-ottawa.org). Registrations: Please include the name of your parish; (abrown@ecclesia-ottawa.org); (738-5025 X 217).
ARCHBISHOP TERRENCE PRENDERGAST, S.J. MESSAGE FOR EASTER 2008
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
Our Easter celebration begins with a proclamation of joy. "Rejoice, heavenly powers! Sing, choirs of angels! Exult, all creation around God's throne! Jesus Christ, our King, is risen! Sound the trumpet of salvation!"
God's plan was to rescue people from sin, restoring them to friendship with Himself. This has taken place in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ! God has come to us in the Incarnate Son to give us hope of eternal life.
Our new life in Christ was proclaimed by the apostles to whom our Risen Lord appeared. Among the eyewitnesses was St. Peter, who said: "God raised Jesus on the third day and allowed him to appear… to us who were chosen by God as witnesses, and who ate and drank with him after he rose from the dead" (Acts 10: 40-41).
The Church continues to repeat with amazement the apostles' message that Jesus, the crucified one, is risen from the dead and remains with his people.
Risen and alive, Jesus comes to us in the Easter Sacrament of Holy Communion. Today in our churches, we recognize him "in the breaking of the bread" (Luke 24:35).
In mid-June representatives of the universal Church will gather in Quebec for the 49th International Eucharistic Congress to explore this mystery of God coming to his people in Holy Communion with its theme, “The Eucharist: God’s Gift for the Life of the World”.
In his Apostolic Exhortation Sacramentum Caritatis (“The Sacrament of Charity”), Pope Benedict XVI tells of Christ’s presence in the Mass and at Eucharistic adoration:
“The sacrament of charity, the Holy Eucharist is the gift that Jesus Christ makes of himself, thus revealing to us God’s infinite love for every man and woman….
“In the sacrament of the altar, the Lord meets us, men and women created in God’s image and likeness (cf. Genesis 1:27) and becomes our companion along the way. In this sacrament, the Lord truly becomes food for us, to satisfy our hunger for truth and freedom” (Sacramentum Caritatis, #1-2).
This explains the central importance of the Sunday Eucharist in feeding our spiritual life. Our faith is endangered when we lose the desire to share in the Eucharist and to experience at Mass the victory Christ has gained for us.
Today, as we celebrate our victory with Christ, I invite you to renew your commitment to sharing in Sunday Mass—the little Easter—every Sunday without fail. This is the sure path to the holiness God wishes each of us to have.
God bless you and Happy Easter!
Youth Night: March 26, 2008 7-9pm – Skits, snacks & your input. All aged 12-18 are invited. Call Kat for info.
Adult Faith Development: What does it mean for me to be a Catholic in the world today as People of the Word? An introduction to Scripture. Presenter: Archbishop Terrence Prendergast, S.J. Sat., Mar. 29. Cost: $15. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn. Info: Carol (738-5025 X 251); (ckuzmochka@ecclesia-ottawa.org). Registrations: Please include the name of your parish; (abrown@ecclesia-ottawa.org); (738-5025 X 217).
ARCHBISHOP TERRENCE PRENDERGAST, S.J. MESSAGE FOR EASTER 2008
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
Our Easter celebration begins with a proclamation of joy. "Rejoice, heavenly powers! Sing, choirs of angels! Exult, all creation around God's throne! Jesus Christ, our King, is risen! Sound the trumpet of salvation!"
God's plan was to rescue people from sin, restoring them to friendship with Himself. This has taken place in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ! God has come to us in the Incarnate Son to give us hope of eternal life.
Our new life in Christ was proclaimed by the apostles to whom our Risen Lord appeared. Among the eyewitnesses was St. Peter, who said: "God raised Jesus on the third day and allowed him to appear… to us who were chosen by God as witnesses, and who ate and drank with him after he rose from the dead" (Acts 10: 40-41).
The Church continues to repeat with amazement the apostles' message that Jesus, the crucified one, is risen from the dead and remains with his people.
Risen and alive, Jesus comes to us in the Easter Sacrament of Holy Communion. Today in our churches, we recognize him "in the breaking of the bread" (Luke 24:35).
In mid-June representatives of the universal Church will gather in Quebec for the 49th International Eucharistic Congress to explore this mystery of God coming to his people in Holy Communion with its theme, “The Eucharist: God’s Gift for the Life of the World”.
In his Apostolic Exhortation Sacramentum Caritatis (“The Sacrament of Charity”), Pope Benedict XVI tells of Christ’s presence in the Mass and at Eucharistic adoration:
“The sacrament of charity, the Holy Eucharist is the gift that Jesus Christ makes of himself, thus revealing to us God’s infinite love for every man and woman….
“In the sacrament of the altar, the Lord meets us, men and women created in God’s image and likeness (cf. Genesis 1:27) and becomes our companion along the way. In this sacrament, the Lord truly becomes food for us, to satisfy our hunger for truth and freedom” (Sacramentum Caritatis, #1-2).
This explains the central importance of the Sunday Eucharist in feeding our spiritual life. Our faith is endangered when we lose the desire to share in the Eucharist and to experience at Mass the victory Christ has gained for us.
Today, as we celebrate our victory with Christ, I invite you to renew your commitment to sharing in Sunday Mass—the little Easter—every Sunday without fail. This is the sure path to the holiness God wishes each of us to have.
God bless you and Happy Easter!
Sincerely in Christ,
+Terrence Prendergast, S.J.
Archbishop of Ottawa
Announced Masses
Saturday, March 22 Easter Vigil Resurrection of the Lord
8:00 pm Private Intention
Sunday, March 23 Easter Sunday Resurrection of the Lord
9:00 am For our parishioners
11:15 am †PJ Kennedy, req by the Dumont family
†John Kingston, req by the Dumont family
†Lawrence Loh, req by Eugenie & family
†Samuel Johnson, req by Geri Rodgers
1:15 pm †Dan Yuen, req by the family
†Yu Jacob & J.Y Pactium Mary, req by the Pittson family
†Doris & Victor Pittson, req by the Pittson family
Tuesday, March 25
9:00 am †Miriam Jones, req by Nuala Hayes & family
Wednesday, March 26
9:00 am †Harry Lynch, req by Elaine MacDonnell
Thursday, March 27
9:00 am †Mariam Jones, req by Nuala Hayes & family
Friday, March 21 Good Friday
9:00 am †Stase Taujenis, req by Stase Danaitis
Saturday, March 29
5:00 pm †Marcel Peru, req by John & Liz Connor
†William Colfer, req by Nancy Harris & Ted Silver & family
†José Bettencourt, req by the Azevedo family
Sunday, March 30
9:00 am For our parishioners
11:15 am †Victor Zapotoczny, req by his wife Bernadette
†Cecil & Bobbie McDonald, req by Jeannette &
Claude McDonald
Intentions of Josephine & Tom McGarry, req by Jeannette &
Claude McDonald
Please pray for our sick: Monique Byrnes, Dominic Chow, Monica Groulx, John McDonald, Claire Harris, Helen Ramsay, and John Dunn
Massive Worship Concert at St. Patrick’s Basilica – This concert will feature songwriter and seminarian JP de Fleuriot and his band performing songs from his pilot CD. The restored hall of St. Patrick's Basilica provides a beautiful atmosphere reminiscent of traditional celtic architecture. Coffee and refreshments will be served. Doors open at 6:00 pm on Saturday March 29 - $5 charge at the door. Located at: St. Patrick's Basilica Hall, 281 Nepean Street. Visit www.massiveworship.com or call Garth at (613) 841-4141 for more information.
NATIONAL MARCH FOR LIFE (MAY 8) VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Pro-life event in its 11th year; the gathering on Parliament Hill continues to grow with almost 7,000 people attending last year. Volunteers are needed to help with the organization of a candlelight vigil, church services, and rally. Info: Campaign Life Coalition (613-729-0379).
SAINT PATRICK’S BASILICA SEEKING FINANCIAL/OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR: Finances, payroll, AP, GL, donations; ordering supplies, dealing with the public, supervision of employees & volunteers; Simply Accounting or other; Microsoft Office Suite; WordPerfect. Resume to: 281 Nepean St., Ottawa, ON K1R 5G2: (cyberchurch@sympatico.ca). Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
Archbishop of Ottawa
Announced Masses
Saturday, March 22 Easter Vigil Resurrection of the Lord
8:00 pm Private Intention
Sunday, March 23 Easter Sunday Resurrection of the Lord
9:00 am For our parishioners
11:15 am †PJ Kennedy, req by the Dumont family
†John Kingston, req by the Dumont family
†Lawrence Loh, req by Eugenie & family
†Samuel Johnson, req by Geri Rodgers
1:15 pm †Dan Yuen, req by the family
†Yu Jacob & J.Y Pactium Mary, req by the Pittson family
†Doris & Victor Pittson, req by the Pittson family
Tuesday, March 25
9:00 am †Miriam Jones, req by Nuala Hayes & family
Wednesday, March 26
9:00 am †Harry Lynch, req by Elaine MacDonnell
Thursday, March 27
9:00 am †Mariam Jones, req by Nuala Hayes & family
Friday, March 21 Good Friday
9:00 am †Stase Taujenis, req by Stase Danaitis
Saturday, March 29
5:00 pm †Marcel Peru, req by John & Liz Connor
†William Colfer, req by Nancy Harris & Ted Silver & family
†José Bettencourt, req by the Azevedo family
Sunday, March 30
9:00 am For our parishioners
11:15 am †Victor Zapotoczny, req by his wife Bernadette
†Cecil & Bobbie McDonald, req by Jeannette &
Claude McDonald
Intentions of Josephine & Tom McGarry, req by Jeannette &
Claude McDonald
Please pray for our sick: Monique Byrnes, Dominic Chow, Monica Groulx, John McDonald, Claire Harris, Helen Ramsay, and John Dunn
Massive Worship Concert at St. Patrick’s Basilica – This concert will feature songwriter and seminarian JP de Fleuriot and his band performing songs from his pilot CD. The restored hall of St. Patrick's Basilica provides a beautiful atmosphere reminiscent of traditional celtic architecture. Coffee and refreshments will be served. Doors open at 6:00 pm on Saturday March 29 - $5 charge at the door. Located at: St. Patrick's Basilica Hall, 281 Nepean Street. Visit www.massiveworship.com or call Garth at (613) 841-4141 for more information.
NATIONAL MARCH FOR LIFE (MAY 8) VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Pro-life event in its 11th year; the gathering on Parliament Hill continues to grow with almost 7,000 people attending last year. Volunteers are needed to help with the organization of a candlelight vigil, church services, and rally. Info: Campaign Life Coalition (613-729-0379).
SAINT PATRICK’S BASILICA SEEKING FINANCIAL/OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR: Finances, payroll, AP, GL, donations; ordering supplies, dealing with the public, supervision of employees & volunteers; Simply Accounting or other; Microsoft Office Suite; WordPerfect. Resume to: 281 Nepean St., Ottawa, ON K1R 5G2: (cyberchurch@sympatico.ca). Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.