Baptism of the Lord
January 11, 2009

Pope Benedict’s Monthly Prayer Intentions for January 2009
General Intention: That the family may become more and more a place of training in charity, personal growth and transmission of the faith.
Missionary Intention: That the different Christian confessions, aware of the need for a new evangelization in this period of profound transformations, may be committed to announcing the Good News and moving towards the full unity of all Christians in order to offer a more credible witness of the Gospel.
An Introduction to Lectio Divina, Saturday, 24 January from 9:00 am to noon (Parish Social Space). - Discover and share this ancient tradition for reading Sacred Scripture. Participants will be introduced to techniques for praying and contemplating the Word of God in a way that offers a guide to Christian living. Bring along your copy of the complete Bible. To facilitate planning of hospitality, please register by 22 January. For information or to register contact Deacon Ron

 

CWL General Meeting in Social Space. Tues. Jan. 13 - 7:30 - Everyone welcome.

 

The parish would like to explore the creation of a Good Shepherd Community of Retirees. It could meet once a month during the morning to build community in some way to be determined by the members. If you would like to explore this further please contact the parish office with your name and contact information or send an e-mail to john.flynn@rogers.com. John will follow up in the New Year with all who are interested.

 

MUSIC MINISTRY - The Good Shepherd Parish music ministry needs an accompanist for the cantor, once a month on the second Saturday of the month at the 5pm Mass.  If you are able and willing to share your talents, please contact Charlotte Gupta

 

PERMANENT DIACONATE FORMATION PROGRAM – INFORMATION DAY: Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn Place, in the chapel 2nd floor. Sat., Jan. 31, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Interested parishioners are welcome, married men are encouraged to bring their wives. Info: Deacon Michael Seath (613 738-5025 ext. 228).
FORMATION WORKSHOP FOR PARISH BAPTISMAL TEAMS: At St. Basil parish. Sat., Jan. 24, 9:00 – 12:00 noon.  Facilitators: Klara Kinahan and Jane Staples.  Cost: $15; max $40/parish team. Registration: (abrown@ecclesia-ottawa.org); (613-738-5025, ext. 217) by Jan. 16.

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. 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.

Offering for December 21, 2008  
Sunday Envelopes:      $2,980.00
PAC (Approx.):             2,250.00
Loose:               915.00
Total Collection: $6,145.00
Offering for December 24 & 25, 2008  
Sunday Envelopes:      $7,901.58
PAC (Approx.):             2,250.00
Loose:             5,715.95
Total Collection: $15,867.53
Offering for December 28, 2008  
Sunday Envelopes:      $3,948.00
PAC (Approx)       2,250.00 
Loose:                849.50
Total Collection: $7,047.50

 

 “A VOTE AGAINST VALUES: HOW VALUES-LANGUAGE CORRUPTS OUR THINKING”: Dr. Graeme Hunter, Professor of Philosophy at the University of Ottawa, will give a talk at Saint Patrick’s Basilica (220 Kent St.) on Friday, January 30 at 7:30 pm.  It will be held in the basement (use ramp entrances).  No cost.  All are welcome.  Questions from the audience afterward.
MEN’S BREAKFAST – St. Augustine’s Church. Saturday, January 17th at 8:00 am. Listen to Gary Mellor give an inspiring and informative talk on RETIREMENT IN THE LORD. Enjoy a nutritious continental breakfast and join in Praise & Worship music. Meet new and old friends. Tickets are $4.00 at the door. RSVP Denis Therrien at 613-228-7646 or reserve a ticket by reply email to breakfastformen@gmail.com. St. Augustine Church is located at 1060 Baseline Road. (East of Merivale Road, next to Myers Motors) Please use side entrance.
DON BOSCO GALA – A CELEBRATION OF YOUTH MINISTRY:  Wonderful things are happening across Ottawa in our Parishes and with our Youth Ministry Movements...so we are going to CELEBRATE with a semi-formal dinner /dance with a talk on the Heart of Youth Ministry by Melissa Delaney. Includes the Don Bosco Youth Ministry Awards for outstanding leadership in Youth Ministry. Limited number of tickets available. Cost $30. Saturday, January 31, Blessed Sacrament Church.  Info: Ted (thurley@ecclesia-ottawa.org); (613-738-5025 ext 231).
ST MATTHEW SCHOOL - On Friday, February 6, 2009 at 7pm, St. Matthew’s School Council is holding Trivia Night.  Form groups of six players to participate in a fun-filled evening of trivia, prizes and refreshments.  The cost is $10 per person.  This is a great opportunity for the adult members of our community to get together and socialize.  Further information regarding this event, as well as the purchase of tickets, can be obtained by contacting the office at St. Matthew at 613-837-3161 or check the school website
 
Announced Masses
Saturday, January 10 – Baptism of the Lord
5:00 pm       For our Parishioners        
Sunday, January 11 – Baptism of the Lord
9:00 am †Gerry MacDonald req by Mark and Lynne McAvoy
 †Alice Kapuska req by Frank and Carol Faure
11:15 am †John Goller req by Matilda Parsons and Family
 †John Dinn req by Patricia Tonner
 †Juan Camilo Mourino (Pronounced Mourinyo)
Tuesday, January 13
9:00 am †Ray Mercer req by Robert and Angela Lavictoire
Wednesday, January 14
9:00 am †Judy Glover req by Sheila and Bob Morin
Thursday, January 15
9:00 am †Robert Garigue req by Monika Greenwood
Friday, January 16
9:00 am        †Gertrude Connolly req by Linda and Gordon Willick
Saturday, January 17 – Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
5:00 pm †Mary O’Donovan req by the Sharf Family
Sunday, January 18 – Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
9:00 am For Our Parishioners
11:15 am †John Goller req by the Good Shepherd CWL
 Intentions of Warren, Julie and Baby Aidan Rebello req by Terrence and Cassie Rebello

Please pray for our sick: John MacDonald, Monica Groulx, Suzanne Charbonneau, Agatha Constance. Ellen Sharf, Leina Mollo, Nancy Mian, Lauren D’Acunto, Barry Lenney, John Ferguson, Mason Parry, Tim Harper and Phillip and Mathieu Bedard.

Please pray for our deceased, including Helene Illaszewicz and Viola Lacombe, that they may be received into God’s love.

FAMILY MINISTRY OFFICE:  Info or to register for sessions: (613-738-5025 ext.222); (plafleur@ecclesia-ottawa.org).
Marriage Preparation Course: Jan. 30 & 31.  Registration and questions to the Family Ministry Office.

FORMATION WORKSHOP FOR CHRISTIAN INITIATION TEAMS: DISMISSAL and EXTENDED CATECHESIS.  St. John the Apostle Parish, 2340 Baseline Rd (west of Woodroffe). Sat., Jan. 31, 8:30 - 12:00 noon.  Cost: $15; max $40/parish team. Registration: (abrown@ecclesia-ottawa.org); (613-738-5025, ext. 217) by Jan. 26.

MONDAY NIGHT EUCHRE – Come on out and join in an evening of Euchre on Monday nights. Please mark  the following dates on your calendar. Jan 12 & 26th, Feb 9 & 23, March 9 & 23 and April 13 & 27. at 7:00 pm.

UPCOMING SESSIONS - FAITH FORMATION: What does it mean for me to be a Catholic in the World. January 17: "St. Paul" - Professor Normand Bonneau February 14: "Liturgy and Suffering" - Frs. Bill Burke & Mark Slatter A corroboration between AFD and The Diocesan Liturgical Commission. March 14: "Spirituality and Stages of Life" Fr. John Affleck (Jungian Analyst)