HOLY FAMILY PARISH WEEKLY BULLETIN
"Stewardship - A Way of Life"
February 5, 2012
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Administrator - Fr. Vernon F. Driscoll
Pastoral Associate - Deacon Howard Gotell
Religious Education Coordinator - Deacon Howard Gotell
Office Manager - Maria Kirkpatrick
K of C 3rd Degree Grand Knight - Jack Leger 545-2418
K of C Community Centre- 667-8252
~HOW SOME LIVE A STEWARDSHIP WAY OF LIFE~
This weekend at all masses, we will hear parishioners witness to the Stewardship Lifestyle during the homily period. Next weekend will be our annual ministries fair. Our various groups, committees and societies will have displays with representatives present to answer any questions after all masses in the Church Hall. Refreshments will be available, so drop by, visit the displays and ask any questions. Our Stewardship focus concludes February 18th & 19th with our annual commitment weekend where parishioners choose how they will share their unique gifts within the parish. Commitment cards will be distributed at all masses. Stewardship is a Lifestyle that responds to God’s grace in our lives. Offerings of Time, Talent and Treasure given in abundance from a heart of gratitude expresses our appreciation for God’s grace and gifts. May our reflection on Christian Stewardship strengthen our commitment to build God’s Kingdom in this time and place.
~RETURN PALM TO CHURCH~
We celebrate Ash Wednesday this year on February 22nd and so we are encouraged to return last year’s palm to the church over the next couple of weekends. A container will be place in the gathering area.
~MID-WINTER BLUES??~
Two opportunities are offered to alleviate those mid-winter blues. A group of Newfoundland parishioners are planning a Newfie Night for Saturday, February 18th beginning at 7:00pm. There will be Celtic Music, fiddles, accordions, skits etc. You will also be able to sample various Newfie delicacies that will tempt your taste buds. Come and be part of the fun. A free-will offering will be the price of admission.
On Sunday, February 19th the Parish Life Committee will host their mid-winter Potluck Supper beginning at 4:30pm. Bring your favourite recipe to share with fellow parishioners. Both events are opportunities to come together and enjoy one another. Come and be part of the fun.
~LITTLE ROCK SCRIPTURE SERIES~
Our Little Rock scripture series entitled “The Spirituality of the Gospels” continues. We meet Tuesday at 7:00pm at the Church. Session is repeated Thursday morning beginning at 10:30.
~INTERCESSORY PRAYER GROUP~
This group continues to meet on Monday mornings after the 9:30 mass in response to Archbishop Mancini’s call for a New Evangelization.
~PARISH MISSION STATEMENT~
Last weekend we mentioned a parish mission statement is a concise, informative and spiritual statement that expresses the identity, purpose, function and vision for a faith community. When developing a mission statement we might ask these questions: 1) If Jesus were here today what words would he give us to direct our future? 2) Why do you think the universal church exists? 3) What makes Holy Family Parish unique and special? We will begin the process of developing a mission statement with a gathering on February 26th from 4:00 to 6:30pm in the Church Hall. The Knights of Columbus will serve us their famous chilli and from 5:00 to 6:30, we will provide information on mission statements and offer opportunity for input on forming our own mission statement. Your engagement in the process will assist the community to “Move our Faith Forward”. Please RSVP to the Church Office 667-2523 if you can attend by February 19th. This will help determine numbers for the meal and also materials needed for the gathering.
~BAPTISM PREPARATION~
Parents wanting children baptized should call the Parish Office to schedule an appointment for Baptism preparation. Please call Maria or Deacon Howard Gotell at 667-2523.
~RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS~
1st- All classes continue Sunday mornings beginning at 10:00am for Levels Primary to Level 5. Levels 7 & 8 begin at 7:00pm in the church. Level 6 & Confirmation (Level 9 & up) begins at 6:30 on Sunday evenings at the church.
2nd- A meeting of all catechists will take place Sunday morning February 12th at 10:00am in the church. This will be a pre-Lenten meeting and hopefully all catechists and assistants will attend. Classes will be cancelled on that morning. Catechists who hold classes on Sunday evenings will advise you as to the status of their classes.
3rd- A donation of $75.63 was made to the Holy Childhood Association from the Advent donation boxes. Children followed an Advent calendar of activities and placed coins in donation boxes as each activity was completed. The Holy Childhood Association is a Catholic Charity that assists children throughout the world with various projects. Monies raised will support these projects and we thank our children for their generosity.
~PANCAKE SUPPER~
Holy Family CWL will be having their Annual Pancake, Sausage & Baked Bean Supper with light dessert on Shrove Tuesday, February 21st from 4:00 to 6:00pm in the Church Hall. Adults-$7.00, Children 12 & under-$3.00. Take- outs available
~KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SCHOLARSHIP~
The Knights of Columbus scholarship applications are now being accepted for post secondary education. Scholarships are open to those graduating from High School this year, as well as, students enrolled in their first year of post secondary education. Forms are available in the Church gathering area. Please send completed applications to Ron White, PO Box 242 Amherst NB B4H 3Z2. Deadline for submissions is March 16, 2012.
~KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BREAKFAST~
The Knights breakfast will take place next Saturday, February 11th from 8:00 – 11:00am at the Knights of Columbus Community Hall, Robie Street. They will be serving scrambled eggs, bacon, hash browns, toast, jam and a beverage. Cost - $6.00
~2012 OFFERTORY ENVELOPES~
If you have not used envelopes in the past, and would like to begin using them now, please contact Maria at the Parish Office and she will assign a box for you.
~SOUP & CHILI LUNCHEON~
IThe Bridge Workshop, 16 Station St. will be serving Soup or Chili & Roll with tea/coffee and dessert on February 15th from 11:30 to 1:00pm. Admission- $7.00. Take-out available by calling 667-8433.
~VALENTINE POT LUCK SUPPER~
St. Clement’s Parish will be having a Valentine Potluck supper on Sunday, February 12th from 4:00 to 6:00pm. Adults-$10.00, Children under 12- $5.00 and Preschool- free.
~BLUEGRASS COUNTRY FOLK CONCERT~
The Tantramar Community Radio Society is presenting a bluegrass, country and folk concert Sunday afternoon, February 19th from 2:00 to 4:00pm at the Amherst Lions Centre on Electric Street. Among the performers will be Barry Patriquin, James Bell, Kaillie Petten, Jerry Metz, Arnie McNally and Alan Balser. Ticket are $10.00 each. They will be available at the door or you can purchase them in advance at CFTA 107.9.
~STEWARDSHIP CORNER~
In today’s Gospel we hear of a great number of suffering people seeking the healing touch of Jesus. He could not respond to them all. But the Gospel also reveals Jesus, after praying in solitude, sensing an urgency to proclaim the Good News of his Father’s redemptive love to those who suffer in the nearby villages and towns. Stewards are called to follow in Jesus’ footsteps, to respond to those who suffer with compassion. How are we responding to the suffering in our world? How are we using our gifts to continue the works of Christ’s redemptive healing?
Meetings This Week
Wednesday: CWL General & Annual meeting followed by a dessert buffet, 7:00pm in the Church Hall
Thursday: K of C 3rd Degree Business, 7:00pm
Thursday Our Lady’s Community of the Lord’s Praise Prayer Group welcomes all new and regular members to our gathering of Prayer, Praise and Worship at 6:30pm in the Landry Room.
FINANCIAL CORNER
St. Vincent de Paul - $269.55
Children's Offering - $43.67
Sunday Offering
Envelopes (154) $2,643.00
Loose $226.52
Pre-authorized ( 62 ) $1,505.91
Initial Offering- $10.00
Budget Amount- $4,625.00 Shortage $239.57
Thank you for your generosity.
Readings for for February 12, 2012
6th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year B
1st Reading –Leviticus 13.1-2, 45-46
2nd Reading –1 Corinthians 10.23-11.1
Gospel –
Mark 1.40-45
"PEACE STARTS WITH A SMILE"