Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
February 15, 2009

SHROVE TUESDAY MASS (February 24th) will be celebrated at 9:00 AM and ASH WEDNESDAY MASS (February 25th) will be celebrated at 7:00 PM only.

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER – The Knights of Columbus will be holding their annual Parish Pancake and Sausage Supper on Shrove Tuesday, February 24th from 5-7 PM in the Social Space. Tickets are $5.00 per person or $15.00 per family. Tickets can be purchased after all Masses this weekend and next weekend.

50’s Bash!  February 21st, 7:00 PM. All ages, lots of fun!  Music, munchies, drinks and floats.  What better way to support the youth of the parish!  No dance talent or costume required.  Tickets are $10 per person, $20 for a family of 4 (each additional person $5 to a maximum of $30).   Tickets available at the door. 

JOIN THE YOUTH CHOIR!  Any teens or children interested singing or playing with the youth are welcome to contact Kat. We have Monday evening rehearsal and sing one Saturday Mass per month. 

BANNERS - After learning about St Paul, the youth chose the themes of Conversion, Preaching, Writing and Martyrdom for the banners.  The verses are taken from the biblical texts attributed to St Paul, and were chosen by the youth to represent each of these four themes of the person and works of St Paul.   The Red cloth symbolizes martyrdom; the sword symbolizes the struggle of faith; the white eyes show his blinding by God when he met Jesus.  Saul was healed through Ananias, and became the servant of God we know as St Paul.   

 

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

 

“ST. PAUL’S JOURNEY” Saturday, 28 February 2009, 9:00 AM to 12PM (Parish Social Space). Join us for an exploration of the social, political, and religious world of St. Paul, and a reflection on how these cultural factors influenced his faith journey and message. No charge. Bring your Bible. For registration or information contact Deacon Ron

 

SPECIAL COLLECTION FOR DIOCESAN AND MISSIONARY WORKS – A special collection for the Diocesan and Missionary Works will take place the weekend of February 28-March 1st. The First Sunday of Lent.
40 DAYS OF LIFE is a time period of prayer and fasting to end abortion. With the full support of Archbishop Prendergast we ask you to join us, and many others who value the humanity and dignity of life, for this Lenten initiative. Events begin with Vespers at St. Patrick's Basilica, 220 Kent St., Sun. Feb. 22 at 7 PM.  Opening Rally at Bank and Sparks St., Tues. Feb. 24 at 8 p.m. On-site 40-day vigil at Bank and Sparks Sts. from Feb. 25 to April 5. Please continue to pray and fast during Lent for an end to abortion in Canada. To join the on-site vigil or for more information call Campaign Life Coalition, 613-729-0379 or see website,  www.40daysforlife.com/ottawa
40 DAYS FOR LIFE PRAYER COMMITTEE SEEKING VOLUNTEERS: To help with outreach to elderly and sick in nursing homes/retirement homes/hospitals. Info: Campaign Life Coalition (613-729-0379); (40daysottawa@gmail.com).
NEEDED – The Good Shepherd Parish is seeking a Parish representative for the 40 Days of Life/ Pro Life Campaign. If you are interested in becoming our Parish Representative, please see Father Boyd.

 

CHALLENGE WINTER CAMP, 2009.  A Weekend to Remember!
Date:  March 19th- 22nd, 2009.
Ages:  Open to all girls between 10 and 16. (You do not need to be a registered member of Challenge to attend).
Location:  Canadian Divine Mercy Center and Apostolate, #2531 Concession 2, RR #4, Lanark. ON   Telephone: (613) 259-9114
Price:  $100 all included. For more information please contact Gillian Keenan at (613)841-6505.

 

Sunday, June 14th.  Mark that date on your calendar! Your fundraising committee will host the 3rd Annual Good Shepherd Parish Golf Tournament that afternoon.  Best ball, shotgun start at 2PM.  Buffet dinner catered by chef Franz Gierer and his staff to follow in the social space. Family and friends are welcome - plan your golf group early, space is limited!  Volunteers needed - if you would like to help with organizing this year's Golf Tournament or wish to make a contribution - please contact John Santos 613-824-3968 or santos.john@rogers.com.

 

"TURNING THE TIDE - DIGNITY, COMPASSION & EUTHANASIA": A parish-based workshop on end-of-life issues.  Parishes are invited to send a representative to learn how to facilitate the above 2 hour workshop. View the DVD and group discussion materials. Mon., Feb. 23, 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Diocesan Center, 1247 Kilborn Place. No registration required. Cost: $20 for the DVD. All materials provided. Info: (613-738-5025 Ext: 217)

 

FELLOWSHIP OF THE RINGS: For young married couples.  Sat., Feb. 21, 7:00 PM.  St. Mary’s Parish hall, 100 Young St.  Cost: bring a dessert to share.  Babysitting is not provided but nursing mothers are welcome.  RSVP: Mary Beth and Andre Pion (613-723-0150).

 

Announced Masses
Saturday, February 14 – Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
5:00 pm †Raymond Logan req by Eva Logan and Family
 †Tim Harper req by the Students at Algonquin College
 Intentions of Mrs. Kelly and family req by the Pittson Family
 †Deceased Members of the Pereira Family
Sunday, February 15 – Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
9:00 am For our Parishioners
11:15 am †John Quigley req by Lorne and Elizabeth Brady
 †Victor Zapotoczny req by Bernadette Zapotoczny
Tuesday, February 17
9:00 am †Steve Hall req by Juanita Barry
Wednesday, February 18
9:00 am Intentions of Theo and Albert Lawrence req by the Sacristans
 †Giséle Bryne req by her family
Thursday, February 19
9:00 am †Lee Willick req by Linda and Gordan Willick
 Friday, February 20
9:00 am        †Mrs. DePaulsen req by Jim and Pamela Aung Thin
Saturday, February 21 – Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
5:00 pm        †Kelvin Ramsaran req by Jennifer and Family          
Sunday, February 22 – Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
9:00 am For Our Parishioners
11:15 am †Victor Zapotoczny req by Bernadette Zapotoczny
 Intentions of Adam and Gina Ingham req by CHCS Parent Council
 †Heather Bisson req by CHCS Parent Council
 
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, Julie, Maxine, Marilyn Olsen, Hugh Smith, George Keable, and Baby Keira Hatley.

Please pray for our deceased:

HELP FOR MOTHERS AND FAMILIES:  You have a low income? If you are pregnant or if you have children ages 4 & under and you need clothes, call Miriam Centre. You need someone to talk to? We are there for you. Free & confidential.  Info: (613-830-8623).
BABY CLOTHES NEEDED:  The St. Vincent de Paul Society needs clothing for babies and toddlers.  Drop off clothes to their storefront location at 1273 Wellington Street.  Info: (613-722-7166).
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER 2009: Uplands Military Chapel.  Friday, March 6, 7:00 p.m.  The country featured this year is Papua, New Guinea.  Info: (613-998-3246).
RACHEL'S VINEYARD RETREAT: Healing after abortion, for women and men. Interdenominational.  April 3-5, 2009.  Contact Lynda or Terry Munroe to register: (rvr_ottawa@yahoo.ca); (613-806-5522).  Info: (www.newwine.ca).
TOUR HISTORICAL WASHINGTON & GETTYSBURG: With Knights of Columbus, Saint Patrick Basilica Council.  Spiritual Director accompanying this tour.  September 10 - 13, 2009.  Info: Ottawa Valley Tours (613-723-5701).