SACRAMENTAL INFORMATION

Sacrament of the Eucharist SATURDAY (anticipated) 5:00 p.m. SUNDAY 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

Sacrament of Reconciliation Before all Masses...let Msgr. know if he happens to be in the gathering space Sacrament of Baptism Please call for available dates, times and options. Sacrament of Marriage Call the office for available dates and contact Msgr. at your earliest convenience. The earlier the better. Communion Calls Please call the parish office. Sacrament of the Sick Please call Msgr. Comeault

Our Lady of Perpetual Help 4588 Roblin Boulevard, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3R 0G4

Phone: Office (204) 832-1993 Pastor’s cell phone (204) 781-0720

Office Hours: Monday—Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 12noon, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

PASTORAL TEAM

Msgr. Maurice Comeault Pastor

Maureen Fernandes Religious Education Heather Ryczak Music Coordinator Cristy Calma Office Staff Manuela Fontes Monday Night Catechism Coordinator

HOW TO CONTACT US:

Office Phone: (204) 832-1993 Parish Hall/Kitchen: (204) 896-0030

Religious Education:(204) 832-4336 religioused@olphwinnipeg.ca Monday Night Catechism Coordinator: (204) 832-4336 catechism@olphwinnipeg.ca

Music Coordinator: (204) 832-1993 ministry@olphwinnipeg.ca

Email: office@olphwinnipeg.ca

Email: Msgr. Comeault: mcomeault@olphwinnipeg.ca/ mauricecomo@gmail.com

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Saturday February 3

7:30 AM Mass at Sisters of Charity

† Louise Perles—Mike Perles

5:00 PM † Tomas Silva—Zelia Silva and family

Sunday February 4

9:00 AM † Vera Lavallee—Moe & Yvonne Kelly

11:00 AM For Parishioners Children’s Choir

Monday February 5

9:00 AM † Gary McCallum—Doug & Elsie Rosler

Tuesday February 6

9:00 AM † Francis & Olivia Mendes—Mendes family

7:00 PM For the Intentions of The Knights of Columbus

Wednesday February 7

9:00 AM † Pat Tennescoe—The Huminicki family

Thursday February 8

9:00 AM † Dr. James & Mary Bennett

—The Huminicki family

Friday February 9

9:00 AM In Thanksgiving for The Wedding

Anniversary of Richard and Gladys Fraser

10:15 AM Charleswood Care Centre

† Alberto, Cleto & Marta Desano—Neri Desano

Saturday February 10 West Park Manor

10:00 AM † Irv Pfeiffer—Jean Mulvenna

Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Saturday February 10

7:30 AM Mass at Sisters of Charity

† Louise Perles—Mike Perles

5:00 PM † John & Mary Yee—The Leung Shing family

Sunday February 11

9:00 AM † Madeline Lavallee—Moe & Yvonne Kelly

11:00 AM For Parishioners

PARISH WEBSITE www.olphwinnipeg.ca PARISH SCHOOL: – K to Grade 8—St. Charles Catholic School—331 St. Charles Street Phone: (204) 837-1520

READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF February 4, 2018

Sunday Job 7:1-4, 6-7 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23 Mark 1:29-39 Monday St. Agatha 1 Kings 8:1-7, 9-13 Mark 6:53-56

Tuesday St. Paul Miki & Companions 1 Kings 8:22-23,27-30 Mark 7:1-13 Wednesday 1 Kings 10:1-10 Mark 7:14-23 Thursday 1 Kings 11:4-13 Mark 7:24-30 Friday 1 Kings 11:29-32; 12:19 Mark 7:31-37 Saturday St. Scholastica 1 Kings 12:26-32; 13:33-34 Mark 8:1-10 Sunday Leviticus 13:1-2, 45-46 1Corinthians 10:31—11:1 Mark 1:40-45

WELCOME to Our Lady of Perpetual Help

Parish

February 4, 2018 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

PASTOR’S VIEWPOINT

It just so happened that this past week I have been visiting with death. That might seem strange at first reading. Because I am a priest, one of the many gifts of the priesthood is that when one of our loved ones is either sick or in a stage of life that indicates that life in the body is coming to some difficult stages and loving ones, because they care, are present and sometimes just want someone to pray with them or to bring a presence of support of some kind. I am writing these few words because not everybody would have this type of an experience that I consider a precious gift. I am aware that words cannot reflect the experience adequately. There is a beauty, probably not perceived by those around and about their own business, but the Spirit of God is there and is seen in the eyes, the smile, the quietness, the silence of the person surrounded by care givers and family and friends. The quality of the presence gathered by the sick disciple is also something to be thankful for. Often, one single person, carries and speaks without words, loads and loads of love and respect that sticks to my priesthood. When I get the chance to reflect on the experience I learn how much I am ignorant about God’s love for all of us. There is a line in a French hymn found in the breviary that is quite astounding, if you let it sink in the experience of the moment. It is about the Body of Christ. It goes on to say that my death, and your death, is welcomed in the Body of Christ, therefore we are to be with Him through the death of His Body, to journey in Love with Him during His eternity. That very same elated moment, I find with young people in love and wanting to discuss a marriage ceremony, or holding a baby in my arms, or alone surrounded by silence in the dark sacred space that cannot be contained in the building I have learned to appreciate. I am aware that we are in the midst of the synodal process as an archdiocese. In the world around us we toss around the term ‘neo-evangelisation’ quite a bit, all that is good. I have come to believe that nothing can replace a direct and personal experience of the presence of God, available to each and everyone He created in His own image, which is Love and Life in His eternity. He did say, and I believe, that He would be with us till the end of time. We have to let our own body sink into His and welcome Him in the secrecy of our being.

— Msgr. Maurice Comeault —

YOUR GIFTS TO GOD

January 27/28, 2018

(Includes donations from pre-authorized contributions)

Regular $6,218.80

Other Church Funds 106.50 Sharing God’s Gifts 664.75 Chalice 70.55 School 55.00

Donations that children bring up to the “pot of gold” during the offertory are

used for children’s charities and to St. Charles School Bursary Fund.

THE WEEK AHEAD…Meetings/Events (See front of bulletin for Mass schedule)

Monday, February 5

9:30 am Coffee & Scripture 5:30 pm Children’s Choir Practice 6:00 pm Catechism 7:15 pm Adult Choir Practice

Tuesday February 6 1:00 pm Good Shepherd Level 1 7:00 pm Knights of Columbus General Meeting

Wednesday February 7 9:30am—6:00pm Exposition of The Blessed Sacrament

With Evening Prayers and Solemn Benediction

12:30 pm The Associates of Child Jesus Meeting 7:00 pm Parish Annual General Meeting 7:00 pm Practice 5PM Music Group 7:30 pm Prayer Group Meeting

Thursday February 8 8:35 am Chaplet of Mercy 9:30 am OLPH Knitting Group 7:00 pm First Communion Parent Meeting

Friday February 9

Saturday February 10 No Good Shepherd Level 1 No Good Shepherd Level 2

Sunday February 11

Knights of Columbus

The “Domestic Church” kiosk is back again. You will find it next to the office entrance. Please stop by and choose a

topic to read during the long winter evenings. There is no cost and you can keep one or more booklets as for long as you wish. When you are finished with the booklets you may choose to return them to the box provided with the kiosk. If you are considering our invitation to join the Knights or would like information on scheduled events, programs etc. please call 204 941 9320 or email harrylaarveld@hotmail.ca Remember you don’t need to be a Knight to volunteer with us.

— Gerald Brunger, Grand Knight

Catholic Women’s League

New Memberships and renewals are still being welcomed; just place your cheque for $30 in an envelope and put it in the

collection plate at Mass. This is a reminder that many of our Sisters in the League are in need of our prayers. Please remember to pray for our shut-ins, those in hospital or nursing homes, or those taking tests or treatments. We also have many of our members that are struggling with family or personal issues that we may not know about. Prayer is powerful, and always timely.

Carol-Lynne Neitzke, Communications Chair e-mail neitzkecarol@gmail.com

Great is our Lord, and abundant in power;

His understanding is beyond measure.

The Lord lifts up the downtrodden;

He casts the wicked to the ground.—Matthew 5:3-4

PARISH PANCAKE BREAKFAST Shrove Tuesday

Don’t miss the Pancake Breakfast on Tuesday, February 13th following the 9:00 a.m. Mass. And there is a volunteer sign up sheet as well.

Sign up today in the gathering space!

TAX RECEIPTS 2017 are in the gathering space!!!

To save the postage….. Please pick up your Tax Receipt.

Thank You. And there are still Offertory Envelopes 2018 and Special Envelopes for parishioners’ donations under pre-authorized (PAC) to pick up in the Gather Area.

Parish Annual General

Meeting (AGM) Wednesday February 7 at 7pm

Everyone is invited to a Parish Annual General Meeting in the main Hall to discuss the parish finances, the state of the church facilities, the many Parish programs and any questions you may have. Monsignor, Council representatives and staff will be available to address your issues.

Holy Spirit Seminar Want more happiness in life? A closer relationship with Jesus? Attend a Holy Spirit Seminar for a life changing experience. Wednesday’s Feb 21 to April 11at 6:45pm. No cost. Location Our Lady of Perpetual Help church Fr. O Hall. To register call Richard & Natalie 204-895-8878 or email rndrwg@shaw.ca

The Little Black Books The six-minute reflections on the Passion according to Mark are in the gather area besides the offertory envelopes 2018 for you.

Request for Prayers Your prayers are requested for the quick recovery of Sr. Pauline Greschner. Sister had major spinal tumor surgery in Saskatoon. Sister served for many years as the Religious Education coordinator/Pastoral assistant at OLPH

Sing praises to the Lord who heals the broken hearted.

—Psalm 147

Wednesday’s Adoration Every Wednesdays, The Blessed Sacrament is Exposed after the 9:00am Mass up to 6:00pm with Evening Prayers and Solemn Benediction. All are Welcome ***if you can volunteer to stay for an hour,

please consider and call 204 832 1993 or drop by in the parish office for the schedule that will suit to your availability. Thank you.

In Our Thoughts and Prayers Please remember in your prayers,

RITA BUORS wife of parishioner, George Buors,

daughter, Cheryl (Joy) and son, Tyson.

May she rests in the peace of Christ

St. Charles School St. Charles Catholic School Kinder Fair:

Tuesday, February 6, 6:30 p.m. St. Charles Catholic School Grades 1-8

Open House: Tuesday, February 27, 6:30 p.m. 331 St. Charles Street, Winnipeg,

phone 204-837-1520 ext. 223.

Symbolon The Catholic Faith Explained Monday February 5th 7:00- 8:30 pm,

St. Paul the Apostle Parish Hall Episode 4– The Story of Salvation

Creation, Fall, and Redemption Our modern world has lost its story. We don’t know from where we came. We don’t know why we are here. And we don’t know where we are going. But God has a plan for each of our lives- a plan that reveals the true meaning of our existence and leads to eternal happiness.

Toastmasters

Confidence for Sale! Did you know that Toastmasters can help you build your own confidence in a supportive and friendly environment? It is a well-kept secret. Please come visit us at our Open House meeting on Thursday February 8 at 7 p.m. at the Charleswood 55 Plus Active Living Centre. Join us for refreshments and see if our club is the right fit for you. Need more info? Please call Catriona at 204-269-0307 or email catyou@shaw.ca or TEXT 204-296-5734.

Faith Communities Supporting Released

Prisoners Information and Networking Event: February 13, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at St. Kateri Tekakwitha Patrish, 794 Ellice Ave., Winnipeg. Sponsored by the Manitoba Multifaith Corrections and Justice Committee. See the poster in the bulletin board by the main entrance of the church for details.

Catholic Discussion Forum

Saturday, February 17th, 2018 at St. Mary’s Academy—Theatre (550 Wellington Crescent)

It is an opportunity to learn how our Church responds to and answers the important questions facing people today. Such topics as: Faith and Reason; Teaching on Sexuality, and; Religion and Violence, are a few of the areas that will be focused on. Facilitator will be Dr. Brett Salkeld, Archdiocesan Theologian, Archdiocese of Regina. Information is available at archwinnipeg.ca “events”, call 204 452 2227 ext. 231 or please see the poster in the bulletin board by the church main entrance.

Rekindling The Fire Within: Please join this Lenten Mission for two hours for three evenings with three priests in a choice of more than four parishes. Feb. 6-8 at St Charles Parish; Feb. 20-22 at St. Theresa Parish; March 13 at St. Francis Xavier Parish; March 14 at St. Eustache Parish; Mar. 15 at Blessed Sacrament Parish in Elie. Sessions run from 7-9 p.m. Presented by Fr. Michel Nault, Fr. David Kowalski and Fr. Michael Wollbaum. Each night there will be talks, activities, prayer and fellowship. This mission is open to all, whether Catholic or not, those who go regularly to church or not. Tuesday evening will focus on the gift of faith; Wednesday evening will be on the gift of hope; Thursday evening will focus on the gift of love.

Love is our Mission

Join us! While enjoying a delicious meal, you will be invited to learn more about the mission and vision of the Catholic School of Evangelization. Thursday, February 22, 2018 St. Charles Parish, 320 St. Charles Street, Winnipeg Doors Open 5 pm / Dinner 6 pm Cost: $30.00 per person / $200 for a table of 8 Keynote Speaker –Nic Davidson, Youth Minister, Speaker, Missionary and Author Nic Davidson is an energetic and funny speaker who is on fire for his faith. Nic brings delightful humor coupled with his deep knowledge of the faith to all of his speaking engagements. Nic came highly recommended by Father Michael Schmiz, from Duluth, Minnesota. RSVP deadline is February 20th. Contact CSE at (204) 347-5396 or register through the website at Catholicway.net.

Discernment Retreat

- Discovering The Beauty And Goodness In All Vocations

February 23rd to 25th, 2018 at the Catholic School of Evangelization in St. Malo, MB

Are you between 17 and 30 years of age and considering what Vocation God may be calling you to? This will be a relaxed and intimate weekend where you will be invited to take a step back from your busy life to reconnect with God, and to be guided in your vocational discernment. You’ll experience: prayer times, one-on-one spiritual accompaniment, sharing, reflection, games, great food, and so much more! Facilitators will be travelling from across North America to share their experience with you, to pray with you, and accompany you. Discover the beauty of all vocations: to the married life, to the priesthood, or to the religious life. Investment is $50 per participant, including food, lodging, and all retreat materials. For more info, contact Kevin Prada, kevin@catholicway.net, (204)-347-5396