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CANADIAN MARTYRS CATHOLIC PARISH
835 Northmount Dr., N.W. Calgary, AB T2L 0A3
TEL: 403-284-3311, FAX: 403-220-0095
E-mail: [email protected] web site: www.canadianmartyrsparish.ca
Pastor: Fr. Jos Tom Kalathil Parambil e-mail:[email protected]
Fr. Paulos Tewelde - In Residence
Secretary: Regina C. Bartlett
Custodian: Theresa Hryhor
Sunday Masses: Vigil Saturday - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday Morning - 9:00 & 10:45 a.m.
Weekday Masses: Monday - 9:00 a.m.
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 p.m.
Catholic Women’s League –
rd
3 Tuesday of the month at 1:00 p.m.
Office Hours: 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Monday - Friday
Knights of Columbus –
st
1 Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul –
nd
th
2 and 4 Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.
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.
4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
February 1, 2015 -A Vocation
View: Come, be nourished by
the Bread of Life. Share this
Bread and strengthen the Body of
Christ.
MASS INTENTIONS
Mon Feb 2
9:00 am
Tues Feb 3
7:00 pm
Wed Feb 4
9:00 am
Thurs Feb 5
9:00 am
Fri Feb 6
9:00 am
Sat Feb7
9:00 am
Sat Feb7
5:00 pm
Sun Feb 8
9:00 am
Sun Feb 8
10:45am
Mon Feb 9
9:00 am
Lilia Tognazzini (RIP)
Req The Family
Ralph Gaetz (RIP)
Req Bernice Balyk
John ‘Jack’ Bell (RIP)
Req Staff & Faculty SFHS
Ralph Gaetz (RIP)
Lucille & Jack Schavemaker
Catherine Keess (RIP)
Req Rick & Family
Ralph Gaetz (RIP)
Req CanMar CWL
Henry Medina (RIP)
Req Connie del Carmen Medina
Jean Ibach (LIV)
Req CanMar CWL
Ralph Gaetz (RIP)
Req Jo McDowell
Mary O’Brien (RIP)
Req Denis & Family
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, Helen &
Bill Patterson, Daisy Giachino, Bruce Cairns,
Lin Navarro, Bill Carpenter, Elvia Tognazzini,
Jean Ibach, Simon Beile, Jayden De Sa, Ivor
Shenfield, & Matt Skletowich.
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.
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 for
$10.00. Visa & Master Cards are honored.
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.
Nickels for Novices - We are grateful to the members of our
parish for the generosity in support of students in our
diocese vocations program. The total contribution to date
for 2015 is $113.00
Canadian Martyrs Parish Sacramental Preparation for
First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion -2015
Registration going on now. Please call 403-284-3311 or
register on line, [email protected] and please bring a copy
of your child’s Baptismal Certificate.
Reconciliation prep dates: Feb 25-Parent info & 1st session6:30 to 7:30 pm. March 1, 8 15, 22, at 10:45 m Mass. March
25 Parent meeting &children prep. at 6:30 to 7:30 pm.
Celebration: Saturday, March 28,2015at 1:00 pm. Please call
Tonia Hemsing for further details Phone: 403.774.5271
[email protected]
Holy Communion-Thurs. March 26-Parent Night, 1st
Session-6:30-7:30 pm. March 29, Apr 12, 19, 26- May 3 all at
10:45 am Mass Sunday. May 9-Sat-Parent meeting &
Rehearsal 10 am. Celebration –Sun, May 10th at 10:45 am.
CWL Membership 2015-Your CWL membership renewal
fee of $25.00 is now due. New and renewed membership can
be purchased at the CWL table following weekend masses at
5:00 pm, Saturday, 9:00 am and 10:45 am on Sundays. Ladies
of the parish are invited to join our CWL Council and
participate in our involvement with Parish and National CWL.
Celebrate February 2 in Light of the Year of Consecrated
Life-February 2 is the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
and the World Day for Consecrated Life. Especially in this
Year of Consecrated Life, let us celebrate this feast day for the
benefit of the faithful with ample preparation.
The sacramental associated with this feast is the blessing of
candles. The Feast falls on a Monday in 2015. We will have
the celebration this next weekend Masses. Please bring
candles to be blessed that they will use in your homes
throughout the year. This feast is a good opportunity to bring
a tangible reminder of the liturgy into the daily lives of the
faithful.
World Day of the Sick: The 23rd World Day of the Sick will
be celebrated on February 11th – the Feast of Our Lady of
Lourdes. We will have celebration February 11, Wednesday
at our 9:00 am mass. Everyone is encourage to attend.The
Holy Father reminds us all: “Even when illness, loneliness
and inability make it hard for us to reach out to others, the
experience of suffering can become a privileged means of
transmitting grace and a source for gaining and growing in
sapientia cordis [wisdom of the heart]” (Pope Francis,
Message for the 23rd World Day of the Sick). Everyone is
invited to attend!To deepen your reflection on the Christian
meaning of life and suffering, discover COLF’s leaflet:
“Living, Suffering and Dying . . . What For?”Order copies
for your parish and friends!
at St Peter’s Roman Catholic Church. For information visit
the website at http://st-peters.ca/three-to-stay-married.
February 1, 2015
Mk 1:21-28
Swept away
It’s easy to think of Jesus miracles as something
fitting another time, not our own, especially those
dealing with demons or unclean spirits. That might have
happened then, we think, but not today. Demons? Now,
really, this story isn’t for me.
But it is. Unclean spirits come in all shapes and
sizes. The envious whisperer that goads you to spend
more than you earn to keep up with the neighbors.
Perhaps you’ve met the selfish sloth who agrees when
you want to spend Sunday in bed, not at Mass. And for
some of us, who have let our lives get seriously off
track, we cringe in the darkness, echoing the unclean
spirit: “Jesus, what do you have to do with me?” But
God’s gentle, persistent love will not let us huddle there
in corruption. He will continue to cast His harsh but
honest light on the corners of our lives and wait for us
to sweep out the “demons” in residence. It’s a story as
vitally necessary now as it was 2000 years ago. Spend a
minute in prayer today and ask God, what do I need to
sweep away today?
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ST. FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE-When:
Thursday, February 5, 2015-Time: 7:00 – 8:30 pm-Where: St.
Francis High School-877 Northmount Drive NW Calgary.
All students who live within the St. Francis High School
boundaries are welcome to attend with their
parent(s)/guardian. Please contact St. Francis High School at
403-500-2026 for further information or visit our website at
www.cssd.ab.ca/ stfrancis
Upcoming Parish Event-Fun Bowl-Calgary Winter Club7:00 pm- Saturday, February 21. More details to follow.
Used Christmas Cards wanted - please bring them to the
CWL table over the next few weeks so they can be given to
the Diocesan Mission Council who recycles them into new
cards that they sell as fundraisers.
Faith Enrichment for Seniors: The Religious Education
Office will be offering a Faith Enrichment for Seniors group
beginning Monday, January 26, and will continue on Feb.2,
Feb. 9, and Feb.23rd. It will be held at St. Joseph’s Parish
from 1:00 to 3 pm. No registration is required and all are
welcome. For further information contact Norline at 403-2185503 or e-mail [email protected].
MARK YOUR CALENDAR-Three to Stay Married –
Include God in your Marriage. Family Mass and renewal of
vows with Bishop Henry. Reception to follow (by ticket
only). Child care provided. 7:00 pm, Saturday, February 7
We are hiring 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 403-218-5516 or
[email protected].
If you are interested in helping out with this year’s One
Rock Committee again contact Mary Ann at 403-218-5516.
St. Mary’s High School-Information and Open House
Wednesday, February 4, 2015-7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Now accepting applications for all programs: Regular
Education, International Baccalaureate and Extended French.
Coldest Night of the Year is coming back to Calgary in
2015. Walk in solidarity with our homeless brothers and
sisters on February 21, 2015. Last year our parishes helped
raise more than $127,000 for Acadia Place and Feed the
Hungry. Help us make this event a continued success by
registering to walk or volunteer at
www.coldestnightoftheyear.org. Please contact Samantha
Jones at 403-218-5531 or [email protected]
The Diocesan Health Care Office is hosting a special
weekend Spiritual Retreat experience for adults of all ages, at
Sanctum Retreat in Caroline, Alberta, from Friday
February 20 to Sunday Feb. 22, 2015. This retreat is
intended to minister to persons struggling with mental health.
Please call Deacon Michael at 403-218-5515
The FCJ Christian Life Centre, Calgary is looking for a
part time/casual worker for some kitchen duties. Please
contact Denise DeNeve [email protected].
Do It Now!-“And they went into Capernaum; and
immediately on the Sabbath he entered the synagogue and
taught.” Mark 1:21
A great spiritual exercise is found in reading St. Mark's
Gospel straight through in one sitting. After the hour or so it
takes to read it, one is almost left. breathless. Why? Jesus is
invariably pictured as doing things “immediately.” Clearly,
we see Jesus as a doer, an activist, going from one place to
another preaching, teaching, healing, encouraging, blessing,
etc. He was a man in a hurry What about His followers? If we
are to truly represent Him, our work is cut out for us. Evil is
very real all about us. Shouldn't we show forth the light of
Christ in this dark world? Each of us can develop our own
ministry somewhere in this world. Maybe it is as undramatic
as visiting the elderly or working with an appreciative youth
or as one person said, being a loving missionary to our
neighbors. The main thing is to do it and to do it, not
sometime in the future, but beginning now...today!
Collections, the week of January 24/25, 2015=$3,005.00
TIA 2015 Annual Bishop Appeal =$7,776.00
T hank you all for your generosity!
MINISTERS’ SCHEDULES WEEKEND OF - February 7th
5:00 pm
Eucharistic
Children’s
Liturgy
Patrick Meyer
10:45 am
5th Sunday in
Ordinary Time
9:00 am
Antony
Francis
First
Teacher:
Jordana
Klak
10:450 am
Carmel Campbell
Ildiko Farkas
Diana Bince
Rachel Dalcin
Erin Callin
Richard
Wheatley
Ron Hanson
Second Teacher:
Paula Sabatini
5:00 pm
-
8th -
9:00 am
2015
10:45am
Ushers
Cathy West
Kathyrn
Meyer
Tristan Spronken
Roland
Donaleshen
Martin Meyer
John Monaghan
Gabor Czipott
Thomas Farkas
Max Halyk
Howard Miller
John
Schulhauser
Lectors
Jovita
Alarez
Mary Anne
Donaleshen
John McSorley
Loretta Bieche
Hospitality
Cathy West
Dan Halyk
Jordana Klak
Linen
Schedule
Tess Langill
Helen Corson
Michelle
Meckelborg
Three enemies of personal peace: Regret over yesterday’s mistake,
Anxiety over tomorrow’s problems, and ingratitude for today’s blessings. William Arthur Ward