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Faith and Light: Dinner and Dance Fundraiser
Faith and Light, a movement in support of families with members having intellectual disabilities,
will host this special event on Saturday, April 25 from 5:30pm-11pm at St. John Fisher Parish
(120 Summerhill Ave., Pointe-Claire). Everyone is welcome to enjoy a fun-filled evening! Cost is
$20 and includes dinner, dance shows, DJ and dancing. Advance tickets only. Contact Emilia at
514-693-0044 or holyfamily.foietlumiere@gmail.com.
West Island Women’s Retreat
The theme will be JOY - In Our Lives and Our Churches and will be hosted by the Anglican Diocese
of Montreal. Every woman needs some quiet time when she can stop, reflect and turn to God; a
time when she can think through the priorities of her life without those inevitable interruptions
and those seemingly endless demands on her time and energy; a time for renewing herself
mentally, physically and spiritually. Women of all Christian faiths seeking time with God are
welcome. The retreat will be held from Friday, April 24 to Sunday April 26 at Ermitage Ste-Croix
(21269 Gouin Blvd. West, Pierrefonds). This will be a silent retreat that is guided and structured
but with plenty of free time to rest and reflect. Join us on a journey of spiritual nourishment and
personal growth. Cost is $145 with partial bursaries available. Contact Liz Glasgow at
514-453-0883.
St. Luke Parish: CAFÉ Series—Encountering Jesus in the Poor and Marginalized
How did Jesus respond to persons on the margins of society? How does his example invite us to
reconsider the way we look upon the poor and those living “on the edge”? Join Brian McDonough
on Wednesday, April 29 from 7pm-9pm (106A Anselme-Lavigne St., Dollard-des-Ormeaux).
Contact the office at 514-684-6488 or wendy@st-luke.ca.
Ignatian Spirituality Centre: Messiah Trap—When Helping You is Hurting Me
With Cathie Macaulay on Saturday, May 2 from 9am-3pm (4567 West Broadway, Montreal). This
workshop explores seven common styles of being a “Messiah” and some of the ways in which we
can become aware of unhealthy patterns in our helping relationships. The course also looks at
healthy models of Christian service and leadership. In an interactive way, students will explore the
balance in their own lives of service, and increase awareness of how to make decisions and find
balance in their busy lives. Cost is $60. For more information or to register, please contact the
Ignatian Centre at 514-481-1064 or centre@ignatiancentremtl.ca.
St. Luke Parish: CAFÉ - You See What I See?
An Artist’s Approach from Caveman to Picasso, offered by Tony Rettino, is a three-part seminar
and workshop that will challenge how we see the world around us. We will look at the past and see
how it blinds us from seeing with awe the free gift God has given us. All are welcome Tuesdays
from 7pm to 9pm on May 5, 12 and 19 (106A Anselme-Lavigne St., Dollard-des-Ormeaux). Contact
the office at 514-684-6488 or wendy@st-luke.ca.
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April 8, 2015
Volume 10—Issue 14
Office for English Pastoral Services, Archdiocese of Montreal
Upcoming Events
Side Door Coffee House
Presents live music at 8pm on Friday, April 10 at St. David Parish hall (12450 Gascon St.,
Pierrefonds). Featuring Sheila and Cordell, Jesse Speed and Durham County Poets. Cost is $10
and a share of the proceeds will go towards helping the St. David Youth Group finance their
activities. Contact Isabelle at 514-949-6744 or isabelle@sidedoorcoffeehouse.com.
St. Gabriel Parish: Breakfast and Penny Fair
Join us for breakfast followed by our Penny Fair on Sunday, April 12 following the 10:30am Mass
(2157 Centre St., Montreal). Proceeds will go towards helping the Children’s Liturgy Program. For
more info contact Darlene at 514-935-5557.
Pilgrimage to the Holy Land: Information Meeting
November 12-24, 2015 organized by Spiritours and led by guide Thea (who leads many
pilgrimages to the Holy Land) and Deacon Brian Cordeiro. Information meeting on Sunday,
April 12, 3:30pm at Jesus Light of the World Parish (11075 Gouin Blvd. West, Pierrefonds). For
more information, contact Deacon Brian at 514-545-8709 or brian.cordeiro89@gmail.com.
Council on Palliative Care: Free Workshops
All are welcome to the following workshops:
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Monday, April 13 from 6pm-8pm: What You Wanted to Know About Hospitals and Were Too
Afraid to Ask with Dr. Eugene Bereza, MD
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Monday, April 20 from 6pm-8pm: Being Mortal-Medicine and What Matters in the End with
author Atul Gawande
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Monday, April 27 from 6pm-8pm: Advocating for Excellent Care with Joan Foster, BN
Join us for one, two, or all three evenings. No registration required. All three talks will be held at
Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom (4100 Sherbrooke St. West, Montreal). For more info on the
Council on Palliative Care visit http://www.mcgill.ca/council-on-palliative-care/. Contact the Event
Registrar at fmpa202@aol.com.
The Miriam Schachter Vineberg Foundation: Film Presentation - Of Many
Presenting Of Many by Linda Mills; Executive Producer Chelsea Clinton, on Tuesday, April 14,
7:30pm at the Jewish Public Library (5151 Côte-Ste-Catherine Rd., Montreal). Set against the
dramatic backdrop of violence in the Middle East and the tension between Jewish and Muslim
students on college campuses, Of Many focuses on the surprising and transformative relationship
between an Orthodox Rabbi and an Imam who serve as university chaplains in New York City. We
witness young religious Jews and Muslims working together and overcoming long-standing divides
through a series of voyages to communities struck by catastrophe. Timely and humourous, this
short documentary offers an inspiring and hopeful narrative in the face of a seemingly
irreconcilable conflict. Join us for discussion with the film’s subjects, Imam Khalid Latif and Rabbi
Yehuda Sarna. Moderated by Fr. John Walsh. Free admission, registration required. Maximum
four tickets per person. Limited seating. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the event. Free parking
available at the YM-YWHA. For tickets and info, contact 514-345-6416.
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Ignatian Spirituality Centre: Hearing God in Others - A Listening Skills Course
A six-session course designed to develop a spirituality of listening. Ideal for those involved in the
pastoral care of the elderly, the sick and young adults. Basic skills for fostering communication in
family relationships will be developed. The course uses a highly interactive, hands-on approach,
with theoretical concepts applied through role-play, prayerful reflection and other exercises.
With Cathie Macaulay and Elizabeth Koessler on Tuesdays, April 14, 21, 28 and May 12, 19, 26 at
7:30pm (4567 West Broadway, Montreal). Cost: $120. For more information or to register, please
contact the Ignatian Centre at 514-481-1064 or centre@ignatiancentremtl.ca.
St. Kevin Parish: St. Anthony of Padua Novena
The novena will be held Tuesdays from April 14 to June 9 at 7pm (5600 Côte-des-Neiges Rd.,
Montreal). This year’s theme is Living the Joy of the Gospel. Several Franciscan friars and nuns
will be preaching on the theme. Feast day celebration will be held on Saturday, June 13, 11am at
the parish. All are invited. For more details contact Mila at 514-683-5989.
St. Monica Parish: Youth Group Game night
An event sponsored by the COOL Youth Group on Friday, April 17 from 6:30pm-9:30pm
(6405 de Terrebonne St., Montreal). Enjoy an evening with a pot luck dinner, games, and raffle.
Bring some food to share, a game and your friends and family! Fun for all ages. Contact
Claire Brown at stmonicasyouth@gmail.com or 514-482-7493 (evenings).
The Catholic Women’s League of Canada: Montreal Diocesan Council
The CWL will host its annual Game/Card and Chat Party on Tuesday, April 14, 7pm at Resurrection
of Our Lord Parish (34–34th Ave., Lachine). Please bring your own cards/games. Tickets are $8.
Refreshments, door prizes, fun and fellowship! All are welcome. Contact Beverley Baxter at
514-428-8753.
St. Monica Parish: Taken, Blessed, Broken and Shared—Living the Eucharist
Presented by Elizabeth Koessler on Wednesday, April 15 from 7pm-9pm (6405 de Terrebonne St.,
Montreal). What are some of the ways in which the Eucharist can help you to become the person
that God created you to be? How can it be a touchstone for encountering community, bringing
peace, enabling forgiveness, finding wholeness and discovering God’s love for us? Join us for an
opportunity to discover how the Eucharist gives meaning in our everyday life. Free babysitting upon
request at registration. Please register by April 13. Contact Anna at 514-481-0267 x22 or
anna.diodati@stmonica.ca.
New Evangelization Summit: SOLD OUT! Still interested in participating?
To be held on April 24-25 in Ottawa, Ontario. Tickets for this venue have SOLD OUT. But wait,
there is still a chance to be a part of this not-to-be-missed, international event! Join us at one
of our 17 host sites around North America which will webcast the event on Friday, April 24
from 6:30pm-9:15pm and Saturday, April 25 from 9am-4:45pm at the Agora Catholic Centre
(301 McConnell Ave., Cornwall, ON, K6H 4L4). Aimed at inspiring thousands of Catholics to be
engaged in the New Evangelization, this two-day conference will bring together speakers who are
leaders in the New Evangelization to provide inspiration, encouragement, training, practical
wisdom and resources on how Catholics can effectively evangelize. All Catholics – pastors,
missionaries, lay ministers, and the lay faithful – will benefit immensely from this powerful
opportunity to be further equipped in the fundamental mission of the Church. Featuring
speakers Scott Hahn, Dr. Ralph Martin, Patrick Coffin, Jo-Ellen Gregus, Fr. Michael Gaitley,
Fr. James Mallon, Ken Yasinski and Michael Dopp. Cost is $65 and includes lunch on Saturday. To
register and for more information visit www.newevangelization.ca. Contact Corey Jolly at
514-931-7311 x251 or cjolly@diocesemontreal.org.
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Montreal Directed Retreats: Spring Retreat
A spiritual retreat is a time of graced silence and prayer which allows you to re-center your life
on God and to deal prayerfully with current life issues. Discover God speaking to you in the
silence of your heart! Join us on the weekend of April 17-19 at La Maison de Prière Notre-Dame
(180 de Normandie Blvd., Longueuil). Cost is $130 and includes meal and lodging. For more info,
contact Paul Empsall at 514-626-9462 or visit www.montrealretreats.org.
St. John Fisher Parish: Ladies Tea Party
Hosted by the H.O.P.E. group on Sunday, April 19 from 2pm-4pm (120 Summerhill Ave.,
Pointe-Claire). All women are welcome to this parish fundraiser for an afternoon of renewal,
fellowship, music and a personal testimony by Cindy Walker. Cost is $15. Theologia, a not-for-profit
book ministry serving the Catholic community of Montreal, will make available for sale a selection of
books, gifts and media pertinent to the event of the Tea Party. Contact Mary Jane at 514-426-3333.
Jesus Light of the World Parish: A Unique Experience!
Living in silence over the course of a weekend at the rhythm of the liturgy of the Abbaye de
Rougemont monks from Friday, April 24 to Sunday, April 26 at Abbaye Cistercienne de Rougemont
Monastery (471 Principale, Rougemont). Come join Fr. Francis McKee. Cost is $130 or $105 (with or
without a bathroom). Register early as places are limited. Contact Loretta at 514-951-8626 or
Suzanne at leger_s@videotron.ca.
Canadians for Coexistence: Interfaith Celebration for World Peace
We, at Canadians for Coexistence, wish to invite you to join us in the Interfaith Celebration uniting
people of eight major world religions. Although religion has tended to cause wars and strife throughout the millennia, religion can now become the solution IF we all declare that no matter which
religion we follow, we recognize that we are all God’s children, and He would not want us to
continually break His Commandments. As religion has divided us, so it can now unite us. Guest
speakers include:
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Norman Simon, Chief Administrator, Canadians for Coexistence
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Sheikh Mirza Ismail, Yezidi religious and human rights activist
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Reverend Diane Rollert, Unitarian Church of Montreal
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Rabbi Lionel E. Moses, Shaare Zion Congregation
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Granthi Balkar Singh, Spiritual Leader of the Sikh Community of Montreal, and
Jaiseema Kaur (interpreter)
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Adriana Cabrera Cleves, Baha'i, Chaplaincy of Concordia University
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Bishop Thomas Dowd, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Montreal
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Ramnaraine P. Tiwari Balbahadur, Priest, Spiritual Leader, Hindu Devotional Society
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Rabbi Ron Aigen, Congregation Dorshei Emet, Hampstead
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Evadne Anderson, SGI (Soka Gakkai International) Canada, Assistant Woman's Leader
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Imam Azeddine Hmimssa, President of Bel Agir and Imam of Al-Ihsane center, Montreal
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Reverend Darryl Gregory Gray, Imani Family and Full Gospel Church
With our Master of Ceremonies:
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Reverend Arlen Bonnar, Saint James United Church
And Co-Master of Ceremonies:
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Father John Walsh, Catholic Archdiocese of Montreal
To be held on Sunday, April 26, 2:15pm at St. James United Church (463 Ste-Catherine St. West,
Montreal). Doors open for registration confirmation at 2:15pm; service begins at 3pm sharp and
concludes at 5pm. Seating available to the public on a first-come-first-serve basis. Please register at
the following link: http://interfaithcelebration.ca/.
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