January 13, 2008
January 24, 2008
The Baptism of the Lord
January 13, 2008
January 13, 2008
Admission of Candidates to the Permanent Diaconate: On Sunday January 20, Archbishop Terrence Prendergast will celebrate the 9:00 am Eucharist at Good Shepherd Parish and admit to candidacy several men who are studying for the Permanent Diaconate. Kevin Foley and Ron MacRae of Good Shepherd Parish are among the candidates. Please join us for this celebration followed by a reception in the social space. The Archbishop looks forward to meeting many parishioners.
Welcome to Fr. Vernon Boyd, S.J., who will be assisting in the parish over the next few months. As mentioned, I will be involved in Diocesan meetings, etc. (as of Jan. 1, 2008) in the role as Episcopal Vicar for the English sector of the Archdiocese of Ottawa. Your patience is appreciated during this time of transition. Please keep all in your prayers. Rev. Joseph Muldoon
Ribbon of Signatures Campaign is to address those who willfully, or through negligence of their duties, allow the internet to be used to publish astronomical amounts of child pornography. The ribbon states: "Internet Service Providers (ISPs) help protect our children from on-line predators". The signed ribbon will be sent to the Chairman of the CRTC.
Please take a moment to sign the white ribbon in the gathering space the weekend of Jan. 12-13 for the Ribbon of Signatures Campaign to address child pornography on the internet.
HOMELANDS MASS: The Homelands Mass will be held on Sunday, January 13, 2:30 p.m. at Notre Dame Cathedral. All cultural communities have been invited to attend as well as those from various cultural backgrounds who have integrated our English and French parishes. What a great occasion for all of us to gather and adore Him who has come to gather all nations into one people!
Permanent Diaconate Formation Program – Information Day: Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn Place (look for room info at entrance). Sat., Jan. 26, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Interested parishioners are asked to attend. Info: Deacon Michael Seath (613-834-1840).
World Day of Migrants and Refugees (January 13): A World Day of Migrants and Refugees has been promoted by many Episcopal Conferences in the world in communion with the one promoted by the UNO on June 20. “If the dream of a peaceful world is shared by all, if the refugees’ and migrants’ contribution is properly evaluated, then humanity can become more and more of a universal family and our earth a true common home.” – Pope John Paul II, 2004 message.
CANTOR WORKSHOP: At Good Shepherd Parish, Sat., Jan. 19, 9:00 a.m. - noon. All parish cantors and those who would like to enhance their participation in liturgical music are encouraged to attend. Info & registration: Charlotte Gupta (613-841-2894); (cgupta@rogers.com). The Diocesan Liturgy Commission encourages all those involved in parish music ministry to participate.
New to the Parish? Welcome! Please fill in a registration form, or call the office, and take a box of envelopes or consider using a cheque, Visa/MC or pre-authorized contribution plan for Sunday contribution. Our financial requirements are approx. $7,000 per week to support our approx. $2,000 a week mortgage payment. Thank you for your generous weekly support of Good Shepherd Parish. 2008 Envelopes are available in the gathering space. Making a Will – A Lasting Legacy: Please consider a gift to your Parish in your will as a lasting and beneficial testimony of faith.
Environment: Thank you to all those who lent a helping hand to decorate the church for the Christmas season. A special Thank you to those K of C who helped with the trees, Aime Groulx for hanging the wreath and to our team members who work throughout the year for each Liturgical season. Patricia Clément.
It’s a time for new beginnings. The Good Shepherd Widows and Widowers Friendship Group offers friendship and informal support within a Christian setting. The Group is holding its regular monthly meeting this Thursday, January 17, 2008, at 7:30 p.m. in the social space. New members are always welcome. For more information about the group, please contact Pauline Canning or John Reny.
St. Augustine Parish Men’s Breakfast Come and enjoy a nutritious continental breakfast and hear Jim Meuse give an inspiring and informative talk on “A Worker in the Vineyard”; Saturday January 19th from 8:00 – 10:00 am. Jim is a layman who dedicates his life to his family and the Church. In addition to being Chairman of the Board of both Catholic Christian Outreach (CCO) and Maryvale Academy , Jim is member of the Board of Directors of Mary Mother of the Poor as well as the Ottawa Archdiocesan Council. Jim also plays an important role with the Knights of Columbus and has a keen interest in various Youth Ministries. Tickets: $4.00 at the door. RSVP Tom Gleeson 613-225-4350, or by e-mail to: tom.gleeson@sympatico.ca
Welcome to Fr. Vernon Boyd, S.J., who will be assisting in the parish over the next few months. As mentioned, I will be involved in Diocesan meetings, etc. (as of Jan. 1, 2008) in the role as Episcopal Vicar for the English sector of the Archdiocese of Ottawa. Your patience is appreciated during this time of transition. Please keep all in your prayers. Rev. Joseph Muldoon
Ribbon of Signatures Campaign is to address those who willfully, or through negligence of their duties, allow the internet to be used to publish astronomical amounts of child pornography. The ribbon states: "Internet Service Providers (ISPs) help protect our children from on-line predators". The signed ribbon will be sent to the Chairman of the CRTC.
Please take a moment to sign the white ribbon in the gathering space the weekend of Jan. 12-13 for the Ribbon of Signatures Campaign to address child pornography on the internet.
HOMELANDS MASS: The Homelands Mass will be held on Sunday, January 13, 2:30 p.m. at Notre Dame Cathedral. All cultural communities have been invited to attend as well as those from various cultural backgrounds who have integrated our English and French parishes. What a great occasion for all of us to gather and adore Him who has come to gather all nations into one people!
Permanent Diaconate Formation Program – Information Day: Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn Place (look for room info at entrance). Sat., Jan. 26, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Interested parishioners are asked to attend. Info: Deacon Michael Seath (613-834-1840).
World Day of Migrants and Refugees (January 13): A World Day of Migrants and Refugees has been promoted by many Episcopal Conferences in the world in communion with the one promoted by the UNO on June 20. “If the dream of a peaceful world is shared by all, if the refugees’ and migrants’ contribution is properly evaluated, then humanity can become more and more of a universal family and our earth a true common home.” – Pope John Paul II, 2004 message.
CANTOR WORKSHOP: At Good Shepherd Parish, Sat., Jan. 19, 9:00 a.m. - noon. All parish cantors and those who would like to enhance their participation in liturgical music are encouraged to attend. Info & registration: Charlotte Gupta (613-841-2894); (cgupta@rogers.com). The Diocesan Liturgy Commission encourages all those involved in parish music ministry to participate.
New to the Parish? Welcome! Please fill in a registration form, or call the office, and take a box of envelopes or consider using a cheque, Visa/MC or pre-authorized contribution plan for Sunday contribution. Our financial requirements are approx. $7,000 per week to support our approx. $2,000 a week mortgage payment. Thank you for your generous weekly support of Good Shepherd Parish. 2008 Envelopes are available in the gathering space. Making a Will – A Lasting Legacy: Please consider a gift to your Parish in your will as a lasting and beneficial testimony of faith.
Environment: Thank you to all those who lent a helping hand to decorate the church for the Christmas season. A special Thank you to those K of C who helped with the trees, Aime Groulx for hanging the wreath and to our team members who work throughout the year for each Liturgical season. Patricia Clément.
It’s a time for new beginnings. The Good Shepherd Widows and Widowers Friendship Group offers friendship and informal support within a Christian setting. The Group is holding its regular monthly meeting this Thursday, January 17, 2008, at 7:30 p.m. in the social space. New members are always welcome. For more information about the group, please contact Pauline Canning or John Reny.
St. Augustine Parish Men’s Breakfast Come and enjoy a nutritious continental breakfast and hear Jim Meuse give an inspiring and informative talk on “A Worker in the Vineyard”; Saturday January 19th from 8:00 – 10:00 am. Jim is a layman who dedicates his life to his family and the Church. In addition to being Chairman of the Board of both Catholic Christian Outreach (CCO) and Maryvale Academy , Jim is member of the Board of Directors of Mary Mother of the Poor as well as the Ottawa Archdiocesan Council. Jim also plays an important role with the Knights of Columbus and has a keen interest in various Youth Ministries. Tickets: $4.00 at the door. RSVP Tom Gleeson 613-225-4350, or by e-mail to: tom.gleeson@sympatico.ca
Parish Breakfast: The Knights of Columbus will host our Parish Breakfast on Sunday, January 27 after the 9:00 and 11:15 am masses.
Announced Masses
Saturday, January 12 Baptism of the Lord
5:00 pm Peg Brennan, req by Austin & Mary Comerton
Int. of Margaret & Bob Conway & family, req by
Joe & Margaret McGlade
Marie Louise Drouillard, req by Joan & Noel Bhumgara
Sunday, January 13 Baptism of the Lord
9:00 am For our parishioners
11:15 am John Kingston, req by the Environment Team
Ken Gorman, req by Al & Anne Hawkins
Jack Davis, req by John & Liz Connors
Tuesday, January 15
9:00 am Teresa Nalecz, req by Stase Danaitis
Wednesday, January 16
9:00 am Roy Wills, req by Moya Wills
Thursday, January 17
9:00 am Joan Quinn, req by Moya Wills
Margaret & Patrick Quinn, req by Moya Wills
Friday, January 18
9:00 am Margaret Gorman, req by Bob & Sheila Morin
Saturday, January 19
5:00 pm Mary Jennings, req by Austin & Mary Comerton
Marie Louise Drouillard, req by Joan & Noel Bhumgara
Sunday, January 20
9:00 am For our Parishioners
11:15 am John MacPhee & Caroline MacPhee, req by
John & Lorraine MacPhee
John Kingston, req by the family
Small Christian Community at Good Shepherd Parish provides a warm and welcoming place for the community to gather together regularly which offers people a chance to slow down, share coffee, be a bit more reflective about life, to sift and sort things that truly count. It is held every Friday from 7:00-8:30pm. Come join us! Open to all wanting to deepen their faith in Christ through more in-depth reflection on the Sunday readings! For further information, e-mail Deacon Paul (& Lilian) Delmas @ delmas@rogers.com or Angelita Guevara @ angelitaguevara@gmail.com or contact the Parish Office at 613.824.4394."
DEVELOPMENT AND PEACE SHARE LENT CAMPAIGN WORKSHOP: Yes, Lent is just around the corner!!! Sat., Jan. 19, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn Pl. Light lunch served. Info or to RSVP: Larry Martin (613-526-0390); (ldmartin@sympatico.ca) or Cathy Giulietti (613-738-9644); (cathy.giulietti@devp.org).
WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY: January 20-27, 2008. Theme: « Pray without ceasing » (1Thess 5;17). Ecumenical Service of Prayer sponsored by the Christian Council of the Capital Area: Sun., Jan. 20, 3:00 p.m. Saint Bartholomews Anglican Church, 125 MacKay St. Guest preacher: Rev. Dr. Karen Hamilton, Canadian Council of Churches. All are welcome.