ST PHILIP AND ST CLARE PARISH BULLETIN February 22-March 1, 2015 First & Second Weeks of Lent Father Bob Poole Deacon Louis Seward Deacon Mark Masson Website: www.stphilips-church.com Welcome to the Community of St Philip and St Clare! Sunday Masses: St. Philip: Saturday 4:30pm and Sunday 10:30am St. Clare: Sunday 9 am Weekday Mass: St. Philip: Mon 7pm and St. Clare: Tues 7pm (winter location announced Sunday morn) Fr Bob’s Homilies: www.stphilips-church.com (right side of homepage under the ‘Donate Now’ button) Register as a Parishioner: Fill out the forms found at the church entrance and drop in collection basket. Donation Envelopes & Pre-Authorized Payment Plan Forms: Help yourself – at the entrance of church Fr Bob Writes: immeasurable gift of redemption, and we realize As we enter into another Lenten season, below are some reflections given by Pope Francis while that everything has been freely given to us by God's own initiative. Faith is the gift of God that he was archbishop of Buenos Aires: cannot but lead us to a gratefulness that will manifest its fruit in love. Love shares everything it "In the life of the disciple, Lent becomes an has and reveals itself in communication. There is important time for inner reflection - a turning point - to shake our hearts out of the routine and no true faith that is not manifested in love. And love is not Christian love if it is not generous and laziness of comfort. concrete. A decidedly generous love is a sign of faith and an invitation to faith. When we care for Lent, in order to be authentic and fruitful, far from being merely a time of observance, must be the needs of our brothers and sisters, like the a time of conversion, of returning to the roots of Good Samaritan did, we are proclaiming the our life with God. It must be a time of conversion Kingdom and making it present. that flows out of gratitude for all that God has Thanksgiving, conversion, faith, generous love and given us, for all that he has accomplished and mission are key words for prayer during this will continue to accomplish in the world, in time...I wish you a holy Lenten season." history and in our own personal lives… During Lent, through conversion, we go back to the roots of our faith by contemplating the Happy Lent, everyone!! NEW TO THE PARISH? PLEASE REGISTER Welcome! We’re glad you are here! Please fill in the green form found in the bookshelf at the entrance of the church, and place it in the collection basket. Thanks! Lenten Schedule and Lenten Norms The Liturgical season of Lent begins February 18th. The following are guidelines of Lenten observances for the faithful in the Archdiocese of Ottawa: Fasting binds all persons who have completed their 18th birthday through those who have completed their 59th year, unless prevented by poor health. On days of fast, one full meal is allowed. Two other meals, sufficient to maintain strength, may be taken according to one’s own needs. Eating between meals is not allowed although fluids may be taken. Abstinence binds all persons who have completed their 14th birthday, unless prevented by poor health. In the Archdiocese of Ottawa, the consumption of meat is not allowed on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday and all Fridays of Lent. The Archbishop mandates this observance for the spiritual well-being of the faithful. ASH WEDNESDAY, Feb 18th: Mass (St Philips) & ashes at 6pm. 9:30am Mass and ashes for children at the school STATIONS o/t CROSS: 7pm each Friday eve (Feb 20-March 27incl). March 6 @6:30 (First Fri.Mass, adoration follows) RECONCILLIATION – Saturdays, 3:30-4:15 (St Philips), on request, and on last evening of parish mission. HOLY THURSDAY April 2: 7:30pm, Mass of the Lord`s Supper – St Philips GOOD FRIDAY, April 3 – 3pm – Passion of the Lord, at BOTH St Philips and St Clares EASTER SATURDAY, April 4 – Easter Vigil - 8 pm – St Philips (Bring Bells!) [No 4:30pm Saturday Mass today] RESURRECTION SUNDAY, April 5 – 9am Mass at St Clares and 10:30am Mass at St Philips CANCELLATIONS: Monday April 6th there will be no afternoon adoration, no 7pm Mass and no Bible study. ENCOUNTERING THE POOR – BIBLICAL ROOTS FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL TEACHING Dr. Timothy Gray is the president of the Augustine Institute and is a well-known scripture scholar and Catholic speaker. With his eloquent style and polished delivery, Dr. Gray expounds upon the teachings of the Catholic Church surrounding social justice in light of sacred scripture. Discover how social justice in regards to the poor is not one small piece in the puzzle but instead really frames the entire mosaic of scripture. Announced Masses – January 2015 Saturday, 4: 30 at St. Philip Parish Feb 21 – In memory of Herbert & Mary Moloughney Feb 28 – In memory of Lorne Meagher by Patricia Meagher & fam March 7 – In memory of John Kelly by teachers of St Philips school Sunday, 9am at St. Clare Mission Feb 22 – In memory of Michael Girnth by Mary Timmins & family March 1 – In memory of Norbert & Hazel McCarthy by Pat Monuk March 8 – For Eileen and Alfie Kavanagh Sunday, 10:30 am at St. Philip Parish Feb 22 – For the van Galder family by Nancy Williamson March 1 – In memory of Paul Kelly by Roger & Helen Bourgeouis March 8 – In memory of Des and Anne Casey Monday Evenings: March 2 – For Sati Radcliffe by the Melone Family March 9 – In memory of Marie Campbell by Truman & …………...Maureen Stitt Parish Directory Pastor: Fr. Bob Poole 613-838-2314 Deacons: Dcn Louis Seward– 613-838-3942 Dcn Mark Masson Address: 127 Burke St., POB 59, Richmond, On, K0A 2Z0 Phone: 613-838-2314 Fax: 613-838-3985 Email: stphiliprcp1819@gmail.com Website: www.stphilips-church.com Office Hours: Tues-Wed-Thurs – 9 to 1:30 (starts Apr 30) Bulletin Deadline: Wednesdays at 12 noon Office Administrator: Lynn Lane Parish Schools: St. Philips Catholic School (Richmond) – 613-838-2466 Sacred Heart High School (Stittsville) - 613-831-6643 Baptisms: Third Sunday of the month; Baptismal . preparation required. Contact office 4 weeks in advance. Marriages: Contact office 6 months in advance of proposed date. Wedding time: 2pm Reconciliation: By appointment – call the office St. Philip Ministries: Pastoral Council – Chair, Peter Moore 838-5642 Temporal Affairs – Chair, Patrick McIver 864-8679 Children’s Liturgy – Dana Kean 838-3777 Altar Servers – Brian McSheffrey 489-3448 Sacristans – Betty Dolan Lectors,Eucharistic Ministers-Michelle Lotan 831-9906 CWL – Janet Seward 838-3942 Knights of Columbus – Luc St.Jean 838-2880 Cemetery – Luc St. Jean 838-2880 200th Anniversary Ctee - Brian McSheffrey 489-3448 St Vincent de Paul - David Vickers 838-2314 Hall Rentals – office 838-2314 St. Clare Ministries: Chair, Pastoral Council – Kelly McKenna Chair, Finance Council – Ray Burrill Lectors, Altar Servers – Shirley O’Connor Cemetery – Bob Moore CWL-Ada Gorrie(838-2490)/Tilly O’Connor 283-7861 283-0992 838-2704 838-5014 838-5103 Parish News PRAYERS FOR OUR PARISHIONERS * Pray for: Carol Simms, Larry Corrigan, Sati Radcliffe, Don Hill, Judy and Mark Masson, Dave, Jean Masson, John McKinnon, Gil Meerakker, James Mikulasik, Vanessa Melone, Simone Proulx, Brian McDonald, Phyllis Harvey, Stephen Dale, Jackie Oman, Amber Williamson, Bob Lawless, Rita Gregson, Karl Calagoure, Rick Monuk, Verna Newton, Gabriel Munante, Sheila Booth and Francine Landry. God bless them and their families with health, strength & peace. *Call office to add/remove names. MONTHLY PRO-LIFE MASS SAT, FEB. 21, 10am To pray for the establishment of a Pro-life Centre in Ottawa, at St. Hyacinth, 201 LeBreton St. 831-2515. MESSAGE OF POPE FRANCIS FOR LENT 2015: “Make your hearts firm” (Jas 5:8). Complete text at (http://w2.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/messages/lent). ARCHBISHOP`S LENTEN MESSAGE You can read it at www.catholicottawa.ca LENTEN FOOD DRIVE During the Lenten season, donations in support of the Richmond Food Bank will be collected at St. Philip's. A container will be placed at the entrance and cash donations are also welcome. Thanks for your support. NEW EVANGELIZATION SUMMIT This two day conference (April 24-25, Ottawa) will bring together speakers who are leaders in the New OFFICE CLOSURE Evangelization to provide inspiration, encouragement, Please note that the office will be closed Feb 24- 25. Call training, practical wisdom and resources on how Catholics 613-838-2314 for details if there is an urgent situation. can effectively evangelize. All Catholics will benefit immensely from this powerful opportunity to be further SUMMER INSTITUTE -NEW EVANGELIZATION - a collaborative effort between Catholic Christian Outreach equipped in the fundamental mission of the Church. Info: (CCO), the faculty of Theology at Saint Paul University and www.newevangelization.ca Mission of the Redeemer Ministries. August 4-14 at Saint CANCELLATIONS Paul University or remotely though online streaming video. Please note these cancellations while Fr Bob is away: Course work can be used for credit or to obtain a Certificate -No prayer meeting on Thursday Feb 26 in “Leadership in the New Evangelization.” (ustpaul.ca/ -No Mass or Bible study on Mon Feb 23 en/sine-summer-institute-in-the-new-evangelization). -No Mass on Tues Feb 24 DIOCESAN WEEK FOR LIFE VOLUNTEERS Volunteer (s) needed for this year’s Diocesan Week for Life (May 10-17) to represent your parish and help promote this very important event (Pro-Life Sunday and national March for Life) in your parish. Contact Deborah at 613-820-3580. OTTAWA CHALLENGE FOR YOUTH: March 27-29 For youth aged 16-25…a weekend encounter with our Lord through peer talks, small group discussions. For details, speak to deacon Mark, call the office at 613-838-2314 or visit ottawachallenge.ca ST CLARES PARISH LIFE: Parish Council: March 31 Coffee Sunday: None in March; April 12-Prospect Grp CWL: April 14, 7:30pm ST PHILIPS PARISH LIFE: Adoration o/t Blessed Sacrament: Mondays, 2-6:45pm Apostle of Divine Mercy:1s & 3r Tues,7:30.Nxt-Mar 3 Adult Ed/RCIA: Every 2nd Wed Next: Feb 25, 7:30, Hall Bible Study: Mondays after 7pm Mass CWL: 4th Tues of the mo, 7:30pm: February 24 Euchre: Every 2nd Wed. Next: Mar 4, Hall Temporal Affairs Council: 3rd Tues of mo, 7pm: Mar 16 First Friday Mass: 6:30 pm March 6, adoration follows Knights of Columbus: 2nd Tues of mo,7:30: Mar 10, Hall Pastoral Council: 1st Tues, 7:30pm: next: March 3, Hall Prayer Mtg: Every Thursday, 7:30pm, Hall Our regular schedule will resume after March 1st. SPECIAL DIOCESAN COLLECTION FEB 21-22 There will be a special second collection at all masses Feb 21 and 22 for `Diocesan and Missionary Works` REFLECTIONS FOR LENT Fr Robert Baron will again be offering daily Lent reflections through email. Join by signing up free at LentReflections.com. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION - LENT During Lent, the sacrament of Reconciliation will be regularly available before Saturday evening Mass from 3:30pm to 4:15pm, as well as by request (call the office). DON BOSCO GALA: Celebrate Youth Ministry at the 7th annual Don Bosco Gala, Sat., Feb. 28.613-738-5025. CHURCH CHUCKLE FOR THE WEEK Father Phil bent down to pick up his notes, and the entire church heard his pants rip. Red-faced, he looked up and said, “If anyone can pass a thread through the eye of a needle, I’ll make it easier for them to get into the Kingdom of Heaven.” Please Patronize Our Advertisers. 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