Our Lady of the Assumption Parish 3141 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 4L2

Email: assumptionofmary@shaw.ca Website: www.assumptionofmary.ca

OCTOBER 15, 2017 28th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

We are happy to have you with us! Whether you are here for the first time, visit periodically, or attend faithfully every week, you are most welcome. We would like to know you, so please introduce yourself to the priest after Mass

PASTOR: Rev. Ronald Thompson, M. Div., M. Ed. Rectory Office: Tel: 604 942-7808 Fax: 604 942-7400

Office Hours: Tues. - Fri., 9am to 12 noon & 1pm to 4pm

Appointments are to be pre-arranged by phone during office hours. Sacramental Emergencies at any time, by phone only (NOT BY EMAIL) during office hours. Please leave a daytime number. Holy Sacrifice of the Mass: Sunday: Saturday: 5:00pm Sunday: 9:00am, 11:00am & 4:00pm Weekday: Mon: 7:00am Tuesday: 7:00am & 7:00pm Wed. & Fri: 8:30am Thursday: 7:00am & 8:30am Also: First Fridays & Weekday Solemnities: 7:00pm Saturday: 9:00am NB: 7:00am Mass on /Tues./Thurs. will not be celebrated on civic holidays, Christmas Season and summer months. Lauds: Wed., Thurs., Fri.: 8:15am Saturday: 8:45am Sung Vespers & Benediction: Sunday: 3:30pm in the Chapel Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet: Wed., Thurs., Fri., Sat. After Morning Mass and

Friday @3:00pm

Parishioners are invited to join Sr. Mary Sabina on Mondays ,from 9-10am in the School library for “Pray a Latte”. Bring your own coffee. .

SACRAMENTS Reconciliation: (Confessions) Wed., Thurs., Fri., 8:15am Tuesday, 6:45pm Saturday: 9:30am & 4:00 to 4:30pm Baptisms: Usually the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of each month at

10:00am. Parents and Godparents to be married in the Catholic Church, and parents to be registered parishioners for at least two months.

Baptism class attendance by the parents and Godparents is required before the Baptism. Call the Parish Office between 9:00am to 12 Noon & 1:00pm to 4:00pm, Tues. – Fri.

Marriages: ***Couples planning marriage must contact

the Parish Priest at least 6 months before the wedding. Must attend the Marriage Preparation Course and the Catholic is to be registered here for at least two months and regularly attending Mass.

Funerals: Contact Parish Priest before making

arrangements. Sacramentals: Blessing of cars and religious articles: see Priest after Sunday Mass (Only). For house blessings, please contact the office during office hours at 604 942-7808.

HELPFUL CONTACTS: OLOA School Principal: Rosaleen Heffernan 604 942-5522 PEC Chair: Robin 604 552-1676 Archbishop Carney Secondary School Principal: Dr. Henk Luyten 604 942-7465 REC : Mary-Ann 604 945-6016 Ken 604 468-2515 Choir: Sue Saturday 5pm Mass 604 942-7808 Piotre Sunday 9am Mass 604 942-7808 Peter Sunday 11am Mass 604 626-1997 Emil Sunday 4pm Mass 604 942-7808 Ground Maintenance: Pat C. 604 942-7808 CWL: Ethel 604 944-0839 K of C: John 604 942-4621 LifeTeen(Stronghold)Margaret-margaretc.orcullo@gmail.com Lector: Remi 604 838-1511 Prep: Julie L. 604 813-3310 Squires: Rick 604 942-1657 Squirettes: Julie K. 604 942-7808 Sacristan: Denisa 604 942-2513 Altar Servers: Peter 604 626-1997 Legion of Mary Agnes 604-942-3626

READINGS’ REFLECTION: Mr. & Mrs. Eugene Hebert request the honour of your presence at the marriage of their daughter Marie to Daniel Berne. A

reception will follow. This contemporary invitation is nothing like the one reported by Matthew. The king must send out twice for the guests to come to his son’s wedding. The people respond to the royal invitation with indifference or overt hostility. Festivity suddenly gives way to punishment. New guests are gathered at random from the byroads to fill the banquet hall. One poor man is cast into the night, because he had neither the time nor the means to dress for the wedding feast. This strange narrative discloses deeper meaning. The parable sketches in bold strokes the feast of joy and communion to which Israel was first invited. Israel refused to accept the invitation of the prophets and the just ones, even this last invitation offered by Jesus and his apostles. Their city of Jerusalem was destroyed in 70 A.D. by the Romans. The first Christian community took this as the definitive sign that the invitation should be extended to all humanity. But if “the invited are many, the elect are few.” We can be Christian in name, and yet avoid conversion. We can believe that we are invited to the feast of the kingdom, and yet remain indifferent to the empty plates set before so many of the world’s children. It is the baptismal life which counts, not the baptismal certificate. That life is the clothing of which Paul speaks. “You must put on that new man created in God’s image whose justice and holiness are born of truth” (Ephesians 4:24). Without that wedding garment, the wedding invitation counts for nothing in the eyes of the king.

MASS INTENTIONS

SUNDAY____ MONDAY TUESDAY ____________ WEDNESDAY ___________ THURSDAY ___________ FRIDAY SATURDAY

Oct. 15 Oct 16 Oct 17 _______ Oct 18 _______ Oct 19 Oct 20 Oct 21

7:00AM 7:00AM 7:00PM 6:30AM 8:30AM 7:00AM 8:30AM 8:30AM 9:00AM 5:00PM

28th Sunday in Ordinary TimeParishioners St. Marguerite d’Youville+1771Special Intention St. Ignatius of Antioch+ca110Monica Um St. Ignatius of Antioch+ca110 Rosa Molina De Mendieta+ St. Luke, EvangelistConvent MassSpecial Intention St. Luke, Evangelist Garek Geronimo FerialTony Ooi+ FerialLucia Um FerialEric &Geraldine Lunde FerialSylvia & Radek 29th Sunday in Ordinary TimeJohn Debono +

Responsorial Psalm Mon. The Lord has made known his

salvation. Tue. The heavens proclaim the glory of God. Wed. Your friends tell the glory of your

kingship, Lord. Thurs. With the Lord there is mercy, and

fullness of redemption. Fri. I turn to you, Lord, in time of trouble,

and you fill me with the joy of salvation.

Sat. The Lord remembers his covenant for ever.

PARISH ANNOUNCEMENT

The Parish Directory: Anyone that has not had a picture taken at the first photo session may drop off a picture at the Parish office, or in the two red boxes in the Vestibule, or email a family picture to: assumptionphoto@shaw.ca.

NB: As of Monday, Oct.16 Monday Masses will be at 7:00am only (no longer 8:30am).

TODAY

SECOND COLLECTION: Today, Sunday, Oct.15, Building Fund. Next Sunday, Oct. 22, Evangelization of the Nations. Thank you for your support!

COFFEE AND DONUTS: Hosted today after the 9am & 11am Masses in the Assumption Centre by the Squire & Squirettes. Thank you.

NEXT WEEK

MASS ATTENDANCE: Please note that there will be a Mass Count today, Oct. 14/15 and Oct 21/22. This is mandated by the Diocese in all Parishes. This will take place after the Gospel.

AGELESS WONDERS: Tues., Oct.17 @ 12:30 pm, potluck lunch at Assumption Centre.

PEC MEETING: On Tuesday, Oct.17 @ 7:30 pm.

ANNUAL CARNEY GARAGE SALE Oct. 21 & 22 The biggest annual indoor garage sale in the Tri-Cities area will be held on Saturday, Oct.21 from 8:30am to 3:30pm and Sunday, Oct. 22 from 9:30am to 1:30pm., featuring great bargains, a bake sale, silent auction and great food. Location;1335 Dominion Ave., PoCo)

FORTHCOMING NEXT WEEK

CWL MEETING: On Tuesday, Oct.24 @ 7:30 pm.

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ALL SOULS: November is a special month in which we remember at the Altar those who have died. “All Souls” envelopes are provided in the Vestibule for these intentions. Please note that one Mass will be celebrated for each envelope received during November and these will be placed on the Altar through November. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace.

Fall Fair Annual Fundraising Events: Saturday, Nov. 18 @ 9:30am - 3:00pm.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Eucharistic Adoration in our Chapel We are looking for Eucharistic Adorers for the following days and times: Monday’s:7:30am-9:00am & 5-6pm, Tuesday’s:7:30am-9:00am, 5-6pm&6-7pm Friday’s: 5-6pm. If you can assist please call Remi @ 604 469-9307. “Can you watch one hour with me?” Mt. 26:40.

ONGOING

NEW TO THE PARISH? If you are new to the Parish, please fill out a Registration Form available in the foyer and drop it in the Collection Basket. If you would like Donation Envelopes and/or the BC Catholic please remember to check the boxes on the registration form. For those already registered, any changes such as your address, tel. #, etc., please contact the Parish Office at 604 942-7808. Direct Deposit is a good option for your giving. The blue form for regular Sunday contribution is taken on the 1st of each month and the pink form for the Building Fund is taken on the 15th of each month. NB: The Building Fund contributions are not taxed by the Diocese, whereas the regular Sunday contributions are taxed at 14%.

2017 CHURCH DONATION ENVELOPES Available for pick up in the Rectory Office. If you would like a 2017 box of envelopes , please sign up in the binder provided (by the bulletin board in the Vestibule) or fill out a blue registration form and drop it off in the collection basket. They will then be out by the following Sunday for pickup in the Vestibule.

If you would like an emailed copy of the bulletin please email the office @ assumptionofmary@shaw.ca. The office will NOT share your email. Thank you!

Thank you to a generous donor, our Parish will continue with the free website program “formed”. For more information please see the green flyers on the Vestibule central table. Our Parish code to access Formed.org is F7DPJB. Important: Do not sign up as an individual. Our Parish access code provides more content than an individual subscription.

TALKS ON THE FAITH: Mondays, at 7:00pm in the Assumption Centre. These evenings include a presentation of an aspect (beliefs, Sacraments, moral issues, etc.) of the Catholic faith and an opportunity for discussion (and to socialize). These evenings are open to all, Catholic or not, who are interested in knowing more about the Catholic faith.

Thinking about becoming Catholic OR know someone who is? Please contact the parish office.

PREP CLASSES: Registration is ongoing. Late fees will apply. New Prep students must register with payment, Baptismal and Holy Communion Certificates, if applicable.

PROJECT ADVANCE UPDATE "ONE FAITH, ONE CHURCH, ONE FAMILY" Don't forget about us: 10 more weeks and ONLY $32,880.01 more to go! WITH YOUR HELP, we can do it!!!Every penny counts and no amount is too small. Let’s all join in to support our Church, “tax free”… and you still get a nice tax receipt at the end of the year. At any time, you may drop your pledge in the collection basket or at the Parish office. Also consider donating online at www.projectadvance.ca "LIVE GRATEFULLY, GIVE GENEROUSLY" God bless you all. José López - 2017 Project Advance Manager.

Letter from The ARCHBISHOP Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ: To all of you I owe my gratitude for your support of this year’s Project Advance appeal. Your gift is a source of inspiration and provides the means to continue building a solid foundation of growth for every parish and the wider community of faith. Project Advance gives all of us the opportunity to work together to meet the growing needs of our Archdiocesan family, and to develop our commitment to stewardship as one faith, one Church, and one family. Participation in Project Advance shows that we are striving to live the Gospel; people working and giving together, helping to make our community and lives richer through faith and service. This annual appeal makes our parishes vital communities and enables us to reach out to those who are struggling and marginalized. Project Advance had a record year in 2016, raising $7.6 million. For those who have not yet made a gift this year, I ask that you consider supporting Project Advance 2017. Your gift will allow your parish to meet its special needs. Let us continue to support one another and give thanks to the Lord for the many blessings of faith, family and treasure that he has bestowed on us. Invoking God’s abundant grace upon you and your family, I remain Sincerely yours in Christ,

+J. Michael Miller, CSB Archbishop of Vancouver

Cantonese Prayer Group Class is scheduled the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month @ 10:00am - 12:00pm in the Assumption Centre. *The classes will be stopped for the winter season. There is 3 more classes left, Oct. 13, 27 & Nov 10 ASSUMPTION BINGO: Fridays at 6:20 pm in the School Gym. LINE DANCING: Saturdays @ 10:30 am to 11:45 am. Fee is $25 for 10 classes or drop-in fee of $4/class. in the school gym.

MAINTAINING A PRAYERFUL ENVIRONMENT

The procession to and from the communion rail is a liturgical act, done slowly and reverently. Please make way for those who have already received, as they are “living tabernacles” of the Lord’s presence, to be deferred to in courtesy and faith. Also, we ask that once you have received the Eucharist, you not linger at the rail, but allow others also to approach the rail after you. Thank you.

PARISH IN YOUR WILL LEAVE A LEGACY: By remembering Our Lady of The Assumption Parish in your will, you leave a legacy in a place you love. Consider a bequest to the Parish Building Fund. May God bless you (See Pamphlet in the Vestibule).

COMMENDING OF THE SICK We commend to your prayers the sick of the parish, including: Elsie Charyna, Alice Colosimo, Betty Dechant, Hedwig Haner Kebritz, Venessa Miller, Daphne Nagle and Marie Richard. Thank you.

OUTSIDE THE PARISH

On the weekend of November 3-5, there will be a Vocation Live-In for boys or young men interested in the priesthood or the consecrated life, at the Seminary of Christ the King, Mission, BC. For more information call 604 826-8975.

TWENTY EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME OCTOBER 15, 2017

Prayers of the Faithful: 1. That the Church on earth may thrive and grow and draw to the

feast of the kingdom, let us pray to the Lord. 2. That rich and poor alike may not make excuses to evade the call

to the kingdom, let us pray to the Lord. 3. That through our apostolic efforts we may provide the hungry

with their share of God’s bounty, let us pray to the Lord. 4. That we may be found worthy to come to the supper of the lamb

of God, let us pray to the Lord. 5. That our young people thoughtfully consider a vocation to the

Priesthood or Consecrated Life, let us pray to the Lord. 6. “For an end to abortion and euthanasia, let us pray to the Lord.” 7. For the intentions close to our heart (pause for 5 seconds), let us

pray to the Lord.