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TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
September 12, 2010
Guide and direct us in the Spirit!
MONDAY
9:00am
TUESDAY
9:00am
7:00pm
WEDNESDAY
9:00am
THURSDAY
9:00am
FRIDAY
9:00am
SATURDAY
9:00am
5:00pm
MASS INTENTIONS
HAMILTON DIOCESE PRAYER CALENDAR:
We pray for the following people or groups this week:
Monday Fr. Donat Gionet, C.J.M.
Fr. Donat Gionet, C.J.M.Tuesday: Fr. Robert Bulbrook
Fr. Robert BulbrookWednesday: Catholic Teachers
Catholic TeachersThursday: Fr. Edward House
Fr. Edward HouseFriday: Fr. Peter Ciallella, C.S.
Fr. Peter Ciallella, C.S.Saturday: Fr. Hentry Benin, C.S.
Fr. Hentry Benin, C.S.WELCOME SUNDAY – JOIN US in the Church Hall after the 9 and 11am Masses next Sunday for coffee, juice & donuts, and check out the various opportunities offered in our parish. In today’s bulletin you will find a sign-up sheet listing the different Ministries here at St. Paul’s. Please bring the sheet with you next Sunday along with any questions you might have, as there will be representatives here from each parish group.
DON’T FORGET – Anyone who had their picture taken for our Photo Directory is entitled to a copy of this publication. Please drop by the office and pick it up. There are also a limited number of additional copies available for purchase at $10 each.
FROM ST. PAUL CWL: “The CWL will be holding its annual WELCOME BACK POTLUCK SUPPER on Monday, September 13th, at 6:30pm in the Parish Hall. All ladies of the parish are welcome. Our Guest Speaker will be our very own Pat Andrews, who will tell us all about her medical mission trip to Swaziland. Do come out for some good food, fun, and fellowship – let’s get the year off to a great start!” Please call Celia at 905 - 319-2526 for any additional information.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! St. Timothy's Welcome Back BBQ will be held on Thurs. Sept. 15th and volunteers are needed for set up in the morning and during the event in the evening. If you are able to give a little bit of your time please contact Tania Honan at 905-336-5318 or Jackie Roberts at 905-331-5093.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY members will be making their monthly collection for the needy of our community after all masses next weekend September 25th/26th.
BLESSING OF ANIMALS – In honour of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals, Fr. Malcolm will host a ‘Blessing of Family Pets’ on Saturday, October 2nd at 10am in the church parking lot.
The Knights of Columbus will be holding an OPEN HOUSE in celebration of their 50th anniversary at their Hall, 2400 Industrial Street, on Sunday Sept. 19th from 1:30–4:30pm. There will be a BBQ, games for children and displays of the Knight’s activities over the past 50 years. Please drop by with your families, rain or shine!
Regarding the URGENT APPEAL FOR PAKISTAN from DEVELOPMENT & PEACE: This is just a reminder that today, Sept. 12th is the last day to make a donation that is eligible to be matched by the Canadian Government. Donations can be made by phone: 888-664-3387 or online at www.devp.org, Thank you to those who have already supported relief efforts for the victims of the devastating Pakistan floods. Your generosity is greatly appreciated
CATECHETICAL STUDIES PROGRAM - For baptized children in Grades 1-8 attending public or private school who wish to develop their Catholic Faith further through home study. This is a correspondence program managed via Youth Ministry. Sacramental preparation is included for children ready to receive First Reconciliation/Communion or Confirmation. Program materials $40 per child. Registration forms are available in the office & the foyer and must be returned to the office with payment as well as a copy of the child's Baptismal Certificate. Registration closes October 18th. Materials and detailed information about the program will be distributed in early October. Contact Arden Ouellette at the parish office for further details.
CHILDREN'S LITURGY - Leaders Needed for 2010-11
Children's Liturgy is offered for children from JK-Grade 2 at Sat 5:00pm, and Sunday's 9:00 and 11:00am masses from Oct - April inclusive. This co-operative program is run by parent volunteers and members of the congregation with an interest in teaching children about Jesus. All leaders must undergo volunteer screening which includes a current vulnerable sector police check. If you are interested please get your police check now before the back to school rush! Please contact the parish office for further information or email dhannah@cogeco.ca.
CHOIR INFORMATION – Choir Practices for the Senior Choir will resume Thursday, Sept. 16th at 8pm and new members
are most welcome. •Junior Choir Registration will take place the same day, Thursday Sept. 16th, from 6:30-7:30pm. Children from grades 1-5 are most welcomeTHE ALPHA COURSE IS COMING! - Alpha is designed for those with strong faith as well as those who have none at all. The course offers a chance to learn more about Jesus and to develop a personal relationship with Him. It is also an excellent time to ask any perplexing questions you may have. The starting date will be September 15th and the course will run for 10 weeks on Wednesday nights. The DVD sessions are very informative and the speaker is both compelling and humorous. This course also acts as preparation for the Catholicism 201 course. Hope to see you there! Please contact Jack and Dianne Hubbel at 905-319-9762.
THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA) is a process and a series of rites, conducted in the context of learning about the faith and spiritual formation, through which a person is fully incorporated into the Body of Christ, the Church. Are you interested in exploring becoming a Roman Catholic Christian? If so, please contact the Parish Office to register for an interview with Father Bob or Father Malcolm. If you have already been baptized please supply a copy of your baptismal certificate at registration. The RCIA process will begin in September, so please register as soon as possible.
The Father Corapi Catechism Series will resume on Wednesday evenings at 7:30pm at St. Gabriel’s Parish Centre on Parkway Drive. The upcoming topics of the weekly one-hour DVD presentations include:
•Sept. 15 – Divine Revelation: Sacred Tradition
Sept. 15 – Divine Revelation: Sacred Tradition•Sept. 22 – Divine Revelation : Sacred Scriptures
Sept. 22 – Divine Revelation : Sacred Scriptures•Sept. 29 – Faith: Response to God’s Love
Sept. 29 – Faith: Response to God’s LoveRefreshments will be provided. Call Michelle at 905-336-3811 for more info.
“FOSTER HOMES, FOSTER HOPE” – Make a difference in the life of a child. The Catholic Children’s Aid Society will host an INFORMATION NIGHT on Wed. Oct. 6th from 6:30-8pm at the Society, 735 King St. E. Call 905-525-2273 to register or check www.hamiltonccas.on.ca.
Get Closer...Stay Closer--Be the best you can be!
"Keys to Loving Relationships" is a ten week video-based program for anyone (married, dating, or single) who is looking for a more meaningful relationship with a spouse, family member or friend. The program runs Thursday evenings from 7:00pm to 9:00pm starting September 16th, at the Chancery Office. The cost is $45.00/per person. For more information, please call the Office for Ministry, Family & Religious Education at 905-528-7988 ext. 2249.
St. Anthony of Padua Parish 100th Anniversary Celebration is Sunday, September 26th starting with Mass at 3pm celebrated by the Most Reverend Anthony F. Tonnos, Bishop of Hamilton, who will be joined by other priests who have served St. Anthony's Parish over the years. Dinner is at 5pm at Carmen's Banquet Centre. Tickets are $40. For further information, please call the Parish Office at 905-544-3327.
St. Paul’s Ministry to the Needy around the world takes place on Mondays from 1pm to 3pm is the Hearth Room and everyone is welcome. IThere is no need to know how to crochet, knit or sew as there is always someone here to help you. New ideas are most welcome. For further info contact Trudy at 905-336-5343.
DATES TO REMEMBER
•Sat. Sept. 25th – 2010 Bread of Life Day of Renewal – Holy Trinity Catholic School – Info on Bulletin Board.
Sat. Sept. 25th – 2010 Bread of Life Day of Renewal – Holy Trinity Catholic School – Info on Bulletin Board.•Oct. 1-3 – KAIROS Regional Conference – Mt. Mary, Ancaster – Call Pierre @ 905-702-7553 for more info.
Oct. 1-3 – KAIROS Regional Conference – Mt. Mary, Ancaster – Call Pierre @ 905-702-7553 for more info.•Thurs. Oct. 14th - Good Shepherd’s 12th Annual Harvest Dinner - Phone: 905.528.6565 x3331.
Thurs. Oct. 14th - Good Shepherd’s 12th Annual Harvest Dinner - Phone: 905.528.6565 x3331.•Oct. 15-17 - Diocesan Family Conference – Hamilton Convention Centre – call 905-528-7988 – Ext.2234.
Oct. 15-17 - Diocesan Family Conference – Hamilton Convention Centre – call 905-528-7988 – Ext.2234.•Fri. Nov. 5 - Halton Pro-Life’s Annual Respect Life Banquet – Call 905-632-3232
Fri. Nov. 5 - Halton Pro-Life’s Annual Respect Life Banquet – Call 905-632-3232•Nov. 5-7 – Weekend Retreat – St. Gabriel’s Church - Info on Bulletin Board.
Nov. 5-7 – Weekend Retreat – St. Gabriel’s Church - Info on Bulletin Board.Come away and pray for awhile….Praying With the Sisters of St. Joseph: All interested women are invited to join the Sisters of St. Joseph at their Motherhouse at 574 Northcliffe Avenue, Hamilton on Saturday, Sept. 25 from 9:30am until 1:30pm. The day will include Mass, a short talk on prayer, time for prayer and reflection and lunch. Suggested contribution is $15. Please call 905 528-0138 for directions or to register by Sept. 20th..
The Ignatian School of Spirituality presents Praying with the Christian Spiritualities – Eight monthly sessions on the great mystical traditions with Tarcia Gerwing at the St. Brigid Centre, Ignatius Jesuit Centre, on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30pm starting September 14th. Cost is $20 per session. For more details or to register: marion.auger@sympatico.ca
Diocesan Family Conference - Family Matters! Loving, Living, Learning...Growing in Faith - This takes place the weekend of October 15-17 (Friday evening to 11am Sunday Mass) at the Hamilton Convention Centre. The weekend will include international speakers on spirituality; relevant workshops; beautiful liturgies, including the closing Mass celebrated by Bishop Anthony Tonnos, and activity streams for children of all ages. Registration for adults for this Conference is $105. More information is available at 905-528-7988 - Ext. 2234 - or check out the brochure on the Bulletin Board for Workshop topics and Biography's of the various speakers at the Conference.
The DIOCESAN LIBRARY provides audio-visual and printed materials to assist our Catholic community in its faith journey. All are welcome to benefit from our resources. The Library is located at the Chancery Office, 700 King St. West, Hamilton, and is open Mon-Fri from 1-4:30pm. If you are unable to access the library during these hours, please contact the Librarian, Ms. Dominy Williams at 905-528-7988, Ext. 2252 or e-mail dwilliams@hamiltondioces.com. as materials can be mailed to those unable to come to the Library in person: www.hamiltondiocese.com/libraryservices/
*********CHURCH ENVELOPES - There are boxes of envelopes available at the Welcome Table in the foyer for people who would like to contribute to the Church on a regular basis. If you do take a box, please note your name and address, along with the box number on the yellow registration sheet on the table.
Please put your name and the amount you are donating on the front of the envelope each week to assist the secretary's accuracy in posting for income tax purposes. This could be an excellent way to use some of those unrequested address labels that arrive in the mail from various charities on a regular basis and is very helpful in the church office when we are recording information. Please DO NOT take and use individual envelopes out of these boxes. There are pink envelopes on the table for this purpose and using one or two envelopes out of an entire box causes much confusion and many bookkeeping issues. Thank you very much!YEAR OF THE FAMILY – 2010
Prayer for the Year of the Family;
God of all times and places, we ask you to be with us as we pray:
For families who struggle to speak to one another in love,
For families who delight in being together,
For families who want to live with less in order that others may
have more,
For families who do not have enough, and struggle for the
necessities of life,
For families who read your word together,
For families who find it hard to spend any time together,
For my family,
For the families in my community,
For the families in our parish,
For the families around the world,
For all families, we pray that your love will
grow in them, so that your love will shine
through .them.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
THE GOOD SHEPHERD CENTRE is always in great need of non-perishable food item. as well as grocery bags,
ARE YOU IN NEED OF PRAYER – Place your petitions in the Petition Box on the table by the Hearth Room. They will be prayed for every Friday evening. Please join Prayer Time on Fridays at 7pm in the Church. Everyone welcome.
HEALING AFTER AN ABORTION: It is possible. There is hope. Caring hearts are available to help you deal with the difficult feelings that often come after an abortion. At PROJECT RACHEL we offer a confidential service allowing people to work through their feelings and find hope and healing. Please contact us at 905-526-1999 or toll free at 1-888-385-3850.
USED PRINT CARTRIDGES, ETC. – being collected by our Youth to divert them from landfills and raise $$$ for our Youth Programs. Photocopy, inkjet and laser cartridges from your home or business can be placed gently in the green collection box in the foyer. We do not accept used batteries.
CATHOLIC FAMILY SERVICES provides confidential counseling for individuals, couples and families, as well as Seniors’ Intervention, Support, Mediation and Credit Counseling & Debt Management. Catholic Family Services is located at 447 Main St. E., Unit 201, in Hamilton. Further information at 905-527-3823, Ext. 279 or at www.cfshw.com.
Toronto Catholic Singles Association is a non-profit social and recreational club for Catholic singles of all ages with a mandate to foster Catholic fellowship through social, recreational, spiritual and volunteering events. Annual membership is $10. For additional info or to join, visit: http://torontocatholicsingles.synthasite.com/
SVDP Furniture Pickups - The SVDP Hamilton stores will be happy to pick up your used furniture for distribution. Mattresses, couches and dressers are especially needed. Please call either 905-549-3902 or 905-522-7045 on Mon.- Fri. between 10am-4pm to arrange a pickup. Thank you.
ST. VINCENT de PAUL Stores are offering great savings on fall fashions and furnishings for the home at their stores located at 200 Parkdale Ave. North, 696 Upper Ottawa, Unit #1 and 480 Parkdale Ave. North. They also offer FREE home pickup of donations. Call 905-549-3902.
Teddies 4 Kiddies can always use volunteer knitters. Knitting a Teddy Bear is easy and fun. And most of all you will make a child HAPPY with each teddy that you knit. Further information at www.teddies4kiddies.com
Give Time. Save Lives. CANADIAN BLOOD SERVICES relies on the skills and expertise of many volunteers. We are searching for reliable volunteers to help ensure the success of the Burlington Permanent clinic located at 1250 Brant Street. Volunteers provide refreshments to donors following their donation distribute milestone awards and ensure donors are feeling well before leaving the clinic. Help lend a hand to this life-saving program. If you are interested in more information on volunteering, please contact Andrea Davies at 1-866-537-7700 Extension 6318 or at andrea.davies@blood.ca. To make an appointment to donate blood, call 1-888-2-DONATE (1-888-236-6283).
¿HABLAS ESPAÑOL? – There is a Spanish Speaking Mass every Sunday at 6pm at St. Michael’s Church, 181 Sewell Drive in Oakville.
PASSPORT APPLICATIONS: There is a new simplified Guarantor Policy in effect for passport applications as of
October 1, 2007. Under the new policy, an eligible guarantor must:
•Be a Canadian citizen, 18 years of age or older;
Be a Canadian citizen, 18 years of age or older;•Hold a five-year Canadian passport that is valid, or has been expired for no more than one year;
Hold a five-year Canadian passport that is valid, or has been expired for no more than one year;•Have been 16 years of age or older when they applied for their own passport; and
Have been 16 years of age or older when they applied for their own passport; and•Have known the applicant personally for at least two years.
Have known the applicant personally for at least two years.Now, any family member as well as any individual residing at the applicant’s address may act as guarantor, provided he or she meets the requirements noted above. To simplify the verification of guarantor’s eligibility, Passport Canada will use its own database, thereby increasing the security and efficiency of the process.
Good Shepherd Sponsor-Our-Families Program – The Christmas Sponsor-Our-Families Program has been so successful and rewarding that it is going to be extended year round. There is a growing, on-going need for support for families in our community and your generous donations will go directly to helping them succeed. There are a variety of ways in which you can participate in this program and make a significant difference in the lives of a struggling family. See our Bulletin Board for more information or phone Ruth at 905-528-6565 - X. 3306 or e-mail: ruthm@goodshepherdcentres.ca.
FYIMASS CARDS: If you would like to request a specific date to have a Mass said for the deceased or a special intention, please come to the Parish Office at least 3-4 months prior to the date requested to try to avoid disappointment. There will be multiple intentions on Tues. evening at 7pm and Sat. morning at 9am.
ARE YOU IN NEED OF PRAYER - Place your petitions in the Petition Box on the table by the Hearth Room. They will be prayed for every Friday evening. Please join Prayer Time on Fridays at 7pm in the Church. Everyone welcome!
MULTIPLE MASS INTENTIONS – Because of the many requests we receive for Masses to be said here in the Parish as opposed to being sent to the missions where they can be said in a more timely fashion, we will have multiple intentions at two of the daily masses during the week, Tues. 7pm & Sat. 9am. This is as per the policy of the Hamilton Diocese.
BAPTISMS: Baptism is celebrated on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month at 1:00pm Registration forms are available in the pamphlet rack in the foyer. Baptismal preparation is held on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm in the Hearth Room.
MARRIAGES: Couples planning to be married must contact the priest one year in advance. You must be a registered parishioner, attending this parish.
HOSPITAL VISITS: If any of your family members is in the hospital and would like a visit from the priest, please see one of the priests or call the parish office at 905 - 332-5115.
CATHOLIC FUNERAL RITES: Information relating to the services offered at our cemeteries within our diocese see www.thecatholiccemeteries.ca or call 905-522-7727 or 1-800-661-5985.
NEW PARISHONERS: We invite you to take time to register by completing a Census Card, available at the Welcome Desk in the foyer. If you want to use the Offertory Envelopes, please take a box and put the envelope number on the Census Card.
VOCATION OFFICE (Rev. Kevin Cull) – All parishes have received copies of the St. Therese Vocation Society Prayer Card along with posters promoting this inititave. Additonal copies of the Prayer Card are available upon request. Please visit www.vocationinfo.ca for information about the Vocation Society including copies of the prayers in a PDF format that can be downladed as well as an online registration form..
GOOD SHEPHERD: St. Paul’s will continue to collect grocery bags to help distribute food to needy families. Grocery-sized or bigger bags can be dropped off in the cloak room closest to the Hearth Room.
CREDIT COUNSELLING – Are you, or someone you know, having difficulty making ends meet? Are you behind in your payments and getting embarrassing phone calls from creditors? Perhaps we can help! CATHOLIC FAMILY SERVICES offer free and confidential credit counselling for individuals and families of all faiths. Please call 905-527-3823 x269 for an appointment with our credit counsellors. You can also check our website at www.cfshw.com. We are open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings for your convenience.
Please note: The Good Shepherd Food Bank is ALWAYS in need of plastic bags for groceries.
The NON-PERISHABLE FOOD COLLECTION BOX will now be permanently placed in the foyer of the parish. Please consider purchasing extra of the following staples and dropping them off to help those less fortunate.
The main staples always in need are:
Kraft DinnerPasta & Pasta SauceCanned Tuna & Salmon
Pasta & Pasta SauceCanned Tuna & SalmonPork & Beans Canned Tomatoes Canned Fruit
Canned Tomatoes Canned FruitSoupsSugar Tea & Coffee
Sugar Tea & Coffee Of course any non-perishable food products would be appreciated..
CHURCH BULLETIN ADVERTISING - The advertisements on the back page make our bulletin possible. Please support the bulletin and advertise your product or service. Call Liturgical Publications at 1-800-268-2637.
ST. JOHN CHRYSOSTOM
Intention of David Scott - Patricia and Walter Tymchuk
Intention of Brian Dunn - Bobbie and Michael Dunn
THE EXALTATION OF THE HOLY CROSS
NO MORNING MASS - Summer Schedule *
Intention of Celia and Derek Lobo - Deacon Randy and Joanne Matters
OUR LADY OF SORROWS
Maria Armacinski - The Foster Family
ST. CORNELIUS & ST. CYPRIAN
Mildred and Bill Greenwood - Bobbi and Brian Dunn
Intention of Dowling Family - Mike and nancy Needham
Francisca Rodrigues - Grace Moniz
Intention of Lynda Hamilton - Stewart and Theresa Allan
Marian Kinsella - Kinsella Family
Joseph Carroll - Canadian Martyrs School Staff, Council and Parent Community
Robert Trott - Trott Family
VOCATION VIEW: We are like the lost sheep when we have not found our place in life.
Are you part of the herd, lost from the herd, or a leader of the herd?* Tuesday Morning Mass resumes next Tuesday, Sept. 21st.
