CANADIAN MARTYRS CATHOLIC PARISH 835 Northmount Dr., N.W. Calgary, AB T2L 0A3 TEL: 403-284-3311, FAX: 403-220-0095 E-mail: can.mar@shaw.ca web site: www.canadianmartyrsparish.ca Pastor: Fr. Jos Tom Kalathil Parambil e-mail:jostomk@gmail.com Fr. Paulos Tewelde - In Residence Secretary: Regina C. Bartlett Custodian: Theresa Hryhor Sunday Masses: Vigil Saturday - 5:00 p.m. Sunday Morning - 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Weekday Masses: Tuesday - 7:00 p.m. Wednesday – Saturday - 9:00 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday - 4:00 – 4:30 p.m., or any time by appointment. Adoration of Blessed Sacrament: st 1 Friday of the month - 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Rosary: Sunday, 8:30 a.m. before Mass. Weekdays, before all Masses. Baptism Preparation: A family interview with the priest is required prior to any arrangement for the baptism of a child. Baptismal Instruction is obligatory for both parents. Wedding Arrangements: Couples contemplating marriage should contact a priest at least six months prior to the date chosen. Couples who are planning to be married at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Parish are expected to regularly worship with this Parish Community and to participate in a Marriage Preparation Program. Teacher’s Profession of Faith: Teachers in such a situation should make themselves known to the priest of the parish, be registered, regularly attend Mass at this parish and participate in a ministry. Teacher should bring their completed faith form to their interview with the pastor. Pastoral Health Care Team – welcomes the opportunity to visit and bring the Eucharist to our housebound parishioners. Contact the Parish Office or Tess Langill 403-249-0969 to schedule visits at home or in the hospital. Parish Pastoral Council – st 1 Thursday of the month 7:30 pm Catholic Women’s League – rd 3 Tuesday of the month at 1:00 pm Office Hours: 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Monday - Friday Knights of Columbus – st 1 Wednesday of the month at 7:30 pm Society of St. Vincent de Paul – nd th 2 and 4 Tuesday of each month at 7:30 pm Children’s Liturgy of the Word - (ages 3-7) Sept –June - Held at the 10:30 am Sunday masses except on Holidays and Long weekends of the Calgary Catholic Schools. Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults – For those preparing for Baptism or for entry into Full Communion with the Catholic Church. 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time - October 12, 2014 A Vocation View : “The Lord of hosts will provide a feast of rich food.” Let us look only to the Lord for our salvation and peace, for the things of this world pass away. (Isaiah 25:6) MASS INTENTIONS Tues Oct 14 7:00 pm Wed Oct 15 9:00 am Thurs Oct 16 9:00 am Fri Oct 17 9:00 pm Lilia Tognazzini (RIP) Req The family Students Req Staff & Faculty SFHS Osita & Ekenma Aniekwe (LIV) Req The Family Robert Fitzgerald (RIP) Req Laurie & Stan Perchaluk Sat Oct 18 9:00 am Nan Klotz (RIP) Req Laurie & Stan Sat Oct 18 5:00 pm Sun Oct 19 9:00 am Margaret Wotske (RIP) Req Pat & Bernard Adams Pro Populo Sun Oct 19 10:30 am Perchaluk Margaret Wotske (RIP) Reg Laurie & Stan Perchaluk PLEASE KEEP THE SICK OF OUR PARISH IN YOUR PRAYERS-- May they know the deep love & support of our community through our thoughts & prayers. Especially, Daisy Giachino, Bruce Cairns, Bill Carpenter, Ivor Shenfield, Matt Skletowich, Elvia Tognazzini, Jean Ibach, Margaret Wollbaum, Jayden De Sa, Jennie & Simon Beile, & Ralph Gaetz. Welcome to all new parishioners. Please take a moment to fill out a registration form in the foyer. Our ushers will be happy to assist you. Together In Action 2014 -As Bishop Henry said: “Faith working through love” (Gal.5:6) becomes a new criterion of understanding and action that changes the whole of our lives. “So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old has passed away; see, everything has become new!” (2 Cor.5:17).Through faith we recognize the face of the risen Lord in those who ask for our love. “As you did it to the least of my brethren, you did it to me” (Mt.25:40). These words are both a warning and a perennial invitation to return the love by which he takes care of us. It is faith that enables us to recognize Christ and it is his love that impels us to assist him whenever he becomes our neighbour along the journey of life. Supported by faith, let us look, with hope at our commitments as we await a new heavens and a new earth. Please be generous to your TIA contribution. Our goal this year is $22,128.05. Collection to date is $16,242.34. As you can see we are still short in our target for this year. We thank those of you who have donated and we ask those who have not yet contributed to please consider doing so. It is imperative that we address this Together in Action shortfall. Your continued support and generosity will help us reach our target again this year. Surplus funds will be used for Capital Projects. Thank you in advance. Prayer Chain –What is a gift you can give or receive that you do not have to pay membership, user fees or taxes? “The Gift of Giving Prayers” The Prayer Chain is very strong here at Canadian Martyrs Parish and we are not afraid to ask God or our favorite saints to help intervene with our requests or thanksgiving. Praying for others also showers benefits on the one who pray. If you are interested to be a Prayer Chain Apostolate, please call Nadean Meyer at 403-282-1654, or the office at 403-284-3311. Thank you & God Bless. Parish Fund Raising Program-The following articles are for sale after each weekend Mass at the Knights of Columbus table: Gift cards, Safeway, Calgary Coop, Vocation Book (Signposts of our Faith) for $10.00. Visa & Master Cards are honored. Nickels for Novices - Our fund raising program is now $523. Thank you for the generosity of our parish members. Money collected help support seminarian program. Pilgrimage to Italy: November 19-27, 2014-$2,790.00 with Fr Joe Kalathil Parambil-Canadian Martyrs-Visiting: VenicePadua-Florence-Assisi-Rome-the Vatican. Call 403-4791019. Bottles & Can collection is schedule for October 18-19 after all Masses. Please bring your empties by the garage. For more info, call Martin at 403-282-1654. Woodworking, small projects-Some 3-6 year olds are looking for a kind woodworker to create a few small dioramas of biblical stories and parables. We have some examples in our catechesis room to show you if you are interested. These projects, built out of love for the church, are for the education of our youngest parishioners. The materials will be used in our parish during the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program. Please call Paula for more info 403-244-1104. EXPOSITION of the BLESSED SACRAMENT to atone for abortions. St. John's Convent, 409-10A Street N.W. begins on Sunday Oct. 19 at 3:00 pm and concludes Monday Oct. 20 with MASS at 5:00 pm. Come and stay as long as you can. A Thanksgiving Attitude- Thanksgiving is the most important attitude we can have toward God. We call Jesus gift of himself to us the Eucharist, which means thanksgiving, or perhaps a better term, thanks-living. Each day let us remember the gifts we are given by our heavenly Father, through the sacrifice of our brother Jesus and the comforting ministry of His Holy Spirit. October 12, 2014 Mt 22:1-14 Fashion check Ever notice how some parables make you feel good about yourself? Like the parable of the king’s wedding feast. We read it and say, “Well, of course, I would never kill the king’s messengers. I’ve got my invitation. I’m going to God’s little party.” Righteous pride creeps in as we stroke our wedding garments and say, “tsk tsk” to the evil guests. Better check those garments again. Remember the guests who heard the invitation and then went right back to their own work? As believers, once we’re part of the fold, it’s easy to fall into the “oh yeah” category. When God’s gifts and mercies are discussed, we stifle a yawn and say, “yeah I know,” and go right about our business. The joyous gift of Christ’s presence at Mass becomes humdrum, ordinary, even boring. We heard the invitation, but it’s ceased to hold our attention. Today’s parable calls us to dust off the garments of boredom and truly celebrate the honor of being called to wear our finest at the Lamb’s wedding feast. What are you wearing today? ©Copyright 2008 C L Enterprises The Diocesan Bereavement Care Education Program - Part 1 will be on October 24 & 25, 2014, and will conclude with Part 2 on October 31 & November 1, 2014. The program will run both Friday evenings from 6:30pm - 9:00pm, and all day both Saturdays from 9:00am - 3:30pm at the FCJ Christian Life Centre. The Program will teach you the skills to offer your presence and support in a caring way. The grieving may include your family, friends, or colleagues. Registration fee: $75. Please call: 403-218-5507, or Email: healthcareprograms@calgarydiocese.ca. FCJ Christian Life CentreProgram-219- 19th Ave SW Calgary-Discernment Evening: What am I to do? (3 week series) October 15, 22, 29 7:00pm – 9:00pm -With Fr Charles Pottie-Pate’ & Ann Marie Walsh, fcJ . Please call 403-228-4215 FCJ Christian Life Centre invites you to participate in our re-imagining process. All are welcome to bring their ideas and suggestions for future growth. Tuesday, October 21, 7-9 pm. Please RSVP to 403-228-4215. Project Rachel offers a journey of healing and reconciliation for men and women who are suffering distress from a past abortion experience. Clients will be referred to professional counselors who are specially trained to deal with the trauma associated with this experience. For more information call Project Rachel at 403-218-5506 or toll free at 1-877-5973223. You can also e-mail projectrachel@calgarydiocese.ca. Employment Opportunity- Maintenance: St. Albert the Great Parish located in SE Calgary invites applications for a Maintenance person. For more information, please see the complete posting on the Diocese website at http://www.calgarydiocese.ca/human-resources.html. Calgary Catholic Medical Association (CCMA) celebrates the feast day of St. Luke, the Physician, with a White Mass which is dedicated to healthcare workers at all levels. The Mass will be held 7:00 pm, Friday, Oct 17 at St Anthony’s Church, 5340 – 4 St. SW, Calgary. Everyone is welcome. The Office of Youth Ministry is looking to hire young adults for the Diocesan Youth Retreat Team (DYRT). If you are between the ages of 17-30 and would like to share your faith in a retreat setting, with casual employment from October – June, contact MaryAnn Donaleshen 403-218-5516. Catholic Speed Dating Event-Looking for a good Catholic man or woman? Visit www.CatholicSpeedDating.ca and register for Friday October 17th at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Calgary (Age Range: Women 33 to 40 & Men 35 to 42). Event begins at 7:30pm. Sponsorship of Syrian Refugees: Calgary Catholic Immigration Society will be receiving our Diocese' first Syrian refugee families soon. We are seeking short-term financial support from parishes or individuals willing to assist with initial resettlement. If interested, please contact Antoinette Godbout at 403-290-5750. Ladies Twilight Retreat at Mount St. Francis-Please join us for a ladies evening retreat led by Fr. Bob Mitchell OFM on Tuesday, October 21.Registration begins at 6:00pm. Dinner is served at 6:30. At 7:30 Fr. Bob will lead a talk entitled “Inner Attitude” Cost for the evening is $25 per person, including dinner. To register, please contact Cindy MacKenzie at 403-851-0917 or cindymackenzie@telus.net Catholic Family Service Marriage Preparation Courses: Oct. 17 - 19, 2014, Nov. 21 - 23, 2014, Jan. 9 -11, 2015, Jan. 30 - Feb.1, 2015. Please call Catholic Family Service at 403233-2360 or visit the website at www.cfs-ab.org. The Editor’s Assistant- Reading beneath the surface On the surface the king in the gospel was not a very nice person. After all, he put someone out of his party after begging him to come, all because he did not like what the man was wearing. But as is so often the case with stories from the gospel, the message lies deeper than the surface. The fact is that God offers us what we need to wear to be a part of the divine kingdom but it is up to us whether we will wear it or not. There are many ways to reject the invitation of our God. In fact, some of those ways have become rather common to a culture that is addicted to ways that are anything but God's ways. We are invited beyond those addictions. What is our R.S.V.P.? Collections, week of October 4-5 /14, 2014 =$3,597.00 Capital Renewal Project=$131,038.38=Total left to spend MINISTERS’ SCHEDULES 5:00 pm Eucharistic Donna Machowski Children’s Liturgy of the Word Schedule 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time 9:00 am WEEKEND OF 10:30 am Carmel Campbell Janice Watson Rachel Drozdowski Gail Liggett Shelly McVeigh Anne Wheatley Ron Hanson First Teacher: Thank you all for your generosity! Second Teacher: - October 18th - 19th - 2014 5:00 pm 9:00 am 10:30 am Ushers Cathy West Kathryn Meyer Tristan Spronken Roland Donaleshen Martin Meyer John Monaghan Gabor Czipott Thomas Farkas Howard Miller John Schulhauser Lectors Patrick Meyer Osita Aniekwe Loretta Bieche Janine van Beurden Hospitality Cathy West Linen Schedule Helen Corson Al Bailey Joyce Bailey Helen Corson Simple prayer of thanks - We thank you God for the equations of life—joy and pain, work and play, sun and rain, victory and defeat—that having one portion we may understand the other also. Amen “The gate of Heaven is very low; only the humble can enter it.” St Elizabeth Seton