pastoral staff - wordpress.com · 2017-09-09 · (john 7:38) stewardship sundays will take place...
TRANSCRIPT
Pastoral Staff
Pastor: FR. LUCIANO CORTOPASSI
*Appts to be arranged through the parish office
Religious Education: LEANNE PLAMONDON
Youth Ministry Coordinator: AMY HEGGENSTALLER-BOON
Administrative Asst: CHRISTINA SPRINKHUYSEN
Submissions for the bulletin go to:
DEADLINE IS THURSDAY 10:00am
Custodian St. James Church: CHRISTINE GEERS
Custodian St. Michaels & Rectory: CATHERINE KLUG
Parish Mailing Address
St. James Parish, Site 7, Box 41, RR#2
Okotoks, AB T1S 1A2
Phone: 403-938-3122
Fax: 403-938-0524
Email: [email protected]
Parish Website: http://
stjamesparishokotoks.wordpress.com
OFFICE HOURS:
Monday - Friday 9:00-12:30 & 1:00-3:00pm
*Closed 12:30-1pm for Lunch*
*Closed 3rd Friday of the Month
St. James Church 338060 – 32nd St. East
(Street Address only)
Okotoks
SCHEDULE FOR ST. MICHAEL’S
CHURCH:
Mass Times: Sun: 9:00am
Wed: 9:00am
Fri: 9:00am Reconciliation Schedule: After weekday Mass Friday only. Solemn Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Friday following 9:00am Mass
SCHEDULE FOR ST. JAMES
CHURCH (for the week of
Sep 10 - Sep 16):
Mass Times:
Sun: 11:00am & 7:00pm Tues: 7:00pm Thurs 9:30am 8:30am Sat: 5:30pm
Reconciliation Schedule:
Tuesday after Mass, 7:30-8:30pm,
Saturday 4-5pm Sunday Eve 6-6:30pm Solemn Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Tuesday following Mass 7:30-8:30pm
Weekday Adoration: *6-9am & 5-7pm*, sign up sheet is in the chapel
St. Michael’s Church 402 Government Road (Street address only)
Black Diamond Building
and
Sustaining
One Parish
Upcoming Events and Activities
Stewardship Reflection:
September 10, 2017 - 23rd Sunday in
Ordinary Time
“You, son of man, I have appointed watchman for
the house of Israel.” - EZEKIEL 33:7
Many of us are generous with our gifts.
However, how often is our generosity at the
minimum level required? We do just enough
or give just enough. Remember, the Lord calls
us to be generous with all the gifts He has
given us, to grow them and return them with
increase.
http://archstl.org/stewardship/page/bulletin-inserts
ST. JAMES DINNER
AND FUNDRAISER FOR OUR PARISH
Meal Prepared by Fr. Luciano and Chefs Richard & Connie
When: Sat, Oct 21st (after Mass)
Where: St. James Parish Hall
Who: Everyone is invited!
Cost: $35 for adults
$15 for children (6-17yrs) *Children 5 and under Free
“Rivers of Living Water”
St. James, Charismatic Prayer Group
RESUMES THIS FALL, THURSDAYS
Sept 14th, 7-8:30 PM
Come join us in Song, Praise & Worship of Our
Lord,
Prayers and Fellowship. St. Br. Andre Meeting Room
"He who believes in me, as the scripture has said, ‘Out of his heart shall flow rivers of living water’." (John 7:38)
REGISTRATION FOR ALL SACRAMENTS
Date: Thursday, Sept 21st
Time: 3:00pm - 8:00 pm
Location: St. James Church Hall
*Please remember to bring a copy of your child’s baptismal certificate if they were not baptized at St. James or St. Michael’s Church.
Youth Choir for Saturday Nights
If you are interested in singing or playing an instrument in our Youth Choir for Saturday nights, please contact Jasmine Siqueira at 403-999-1321 or by email: [email protected] we are aiming to start up in September.
Stewardship Sunday
Stewardship Sundays will take place Sept 23 & 24,
and Sept 30 & Oct 1, 2017 at all masses. Please
take some time to pray about ways you can
contribute your time and talent to the Parish.
Information regarding the different ways to be
involved in ministry can be found in the Narthex.
*Ministers most needed: Eucharistic ministers,
ushers, altar servers
and all ministries for
Sunday evening
Masses.
THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH St. James Par ish Page 3
Mass Times & Mass Intentions
Activities For The Week
Sunday - Sept 10
9:00am - St. Michael’s
James Carter
11:00am - St. James
Annette & Ted Roux 7:00pm - St. James
People of the Parish
St. James Parish Picnic following the 11am Mass, St. James Church Coffee Sunday following 9am Mass, St. Michael’s Church
Monday - Sept 11
NO MASS
St. James CWL Meeting 7-9pm, St. Raphael Room
Tuesday - Sept 12
7:00pm - St. James
Angie Steciw
Reconciliation after Mass 7:30-8:30pm Adoration following 7pm Mass
Wednesday - Sept 13
9:00am - St. Michael’s
Joy Gund
Mass for St. Michael’s KofC 6:30pm, St. Michael’s Church (All are welcome!) St. Michael’s KofC Meeting 7-9pm, St. Michael’s Church Baptism Preparation Class 7-9pm, St. James Church, St. Raphael Room
Thursday - Sept 14
9:30am 8:30am- St. James
Colleen Gerla
Mass begins at 8:30am Finance Council Meeting 7-8pm, St. James Boardroom 2nd Sunday Choir Practice 7-8pm, St. Michael’s Church
“Rivers of Living Water” Prayer Group 7pm, St. Br. Andre Room HIS Choir Practice 7:30-10pm, St. James Church
Friday - Sept 15
9:00am - St. Michael’s
Scott Morrison
Adoration following 9am Mass
Parish Office Closed (3rd Friday of the Month) Youth Music Practice 3:30-5pm, St. James Church
Saturday - Sept 16
5:30pm - St. James
Paige Weisgerber
Sunday - Sept 17
9:00am - St. Michael’s
Thelma Moyen
11:00am - St. James
Mary Sheppard 7:00pm - St. James
People of the Parish
Knights Breakfast Sunday following 9am Mass, St. Michael’s Church
* Low Gluten Eucharist is available at every Mass Located Center aisle behind the Priest
*Office Hours* Monday to Friday
9am to 12:30pm
1:00pm to 3:00pm
Submission Deadline for Bulletin Thurs, 10:00am
*Please Note: if your child has not received any sacraments at St. James or St. Michael’s Church a copy of their baptismal certificate must be given at time of registration.
FIRST RECONCILIATION 2017 For students in Grades 3 and up. ALL CLASSES WILL BE MONDAYS 6:30pm-8pm. Parent & student to attend each session. Cost $30.
Monday, October 2 @ 6:30pm
Commitment Mass Oct 14 & 15
Please attend one of the following Commitment Masses: Sat 5:30pm or Sun 11am or 7pm at St. James or 9am at St. Michael’s
Monday, October 16 @ 6:30pm Monday, October 23 @ 6:30pm Monday, November 6 @ 6:30pm Retreat and final session:
Saturday, Nov 18 @ 9am-12pm
1st Reconciliation Penitential Service
Wednesday, Nov 22 @ 7pm
CONFIRMATION 2018
For students in Grades 6,7,8 and up. ALL CLASSES WILL BE MONDAYS 6:30pm-8pm. Parent & student to attend each session. Cost $40. Monday, January 15 @ 6:30pm
Commitment Mass Jan 20 & 21
Please attend one of the following Commitment Masses: Sat 5:30pm or Sun 11am or 7pm at St. James or 9am at St. Michael’s Monday, January 29 @ 6:30pm Monday, February 12 @ 6:30pm Monday, March 5 @ 6:30pm Monday, March 19 @ 6:30pm Monday, April 9 @ 6:30pm Monday, April 23 @ 6:30pm Retreat & Rehearsal:
· Saturday, April 28 @ 9am-1pm Celebration of Confirmation with Bishop William McGrattan -
Friday May 4 @ 7pm
FIRST COMMUNION 2018 For students in Grades 2 & up. ALL CLASSES WILL BE MONDAYS 6:30pm-8pm. Parent and student are to attend each session. Cost $30.
Monday, March 26 @ 6:30pm Commitment Mass Apr 14 & 15
Please attend one of the following Commitment Masses: Sat 5:30pm or Sun 11am or 7pm at St. James or 9am at St. Michael’s Monday, April 16 @ 6:30pm Monday, April 30 @ 6:30pm Monday, May 14 @ 6:30pm Retreat & Rehearsal:
Saturday, May 26 @ 9am-12pm 1st Communion Sacramental Mass:
Saturday & Sunday, June 2 & 3, 2018 (at all Masses)
Rite of Christian Initiation of Children (RCIC) 2017-2018 This program is designed for all children from grades 2-6 who desire to receive the Catholic Sacraments they have missed and for any children who wish to be fully initiated into the Catholic Church. ALL CLASSES WILL BE WEDNESDAYS FROM 6:30 - 8pm. At St. James Church.
Wednesday, Nov 29 @ 6:30pm
Wednesday, Dec 13 @ 6:30pm
Wednesday, Jan 17 @ 6:30pm
Wednesday, Jan 31 @ 6:30pm
Baptism Date: Saturday, Feb 10, 2018 @ 5:30pm
Rite of Christian Initiation of Teens (RCIT) 2017-2018 This program is designed for all youth from grades 7-12 who desire to receive the Catholic Sacraments they have missed and for any youth who wish to be fully initiated into the Catholic Church. Sessions will take place bi-weekly on the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, starting Sept 26th, from 7-9pm at St. James Church. Please contact the Parish Office for more information at 403-938-3122.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) 2017-2018 Registration is ongoing for all those interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith. Inquirers are instructed in the Catholic Faith and introduced to the life of the Church. The sessions are Tuesdays from 7-9pm at St. James Church. For more information please call the Parish Office at 403-938-3122. Starting Oct. 10th.
BAPTISM PREPARATION Registration takes place at the Parish Office before the session. A Baptism Preparation session is required for the baptism of your first child. (Baptisms take place the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month after the 11am mass in Okotoks, and at the 9am mass in Black
Diamond. *Saturday @ 5:30pm also available. ) Cost is $20.00. Next Session : Wednesday, September 13th, 2017 @ 7pm
(If your child is older than seven years and in need of baptism, please contact the parish office at 403-938-3122.) *NEW* As per Diocesan guidelines, the following documents are now required when requesting baptism:
Birth Certificate of child Baptismal Certificate of parent(s) Annotated Baptismal Certificate of Godparents
MARRIAGE PREPARATION Phone the Parish Office at least 6 months before marriage and make an appointment. Marriage preparation sessions are mandatory for those preparing for marriage. Sessions run Friday @ 7-9pm and continue Saturday @ 9am-4pm on the following dates:
Next Session : October 20th & October 21, 2017 Includes follow up meetings with Sponsor couples.
Cost is $150.00 per couple. *Contact Leanne Plamondon, our Religious Education Coordinator, at the Parish Office for more information about the sacraments . By Phone: 403-938-3122 or by email: [email protected]
Page 4
St. James Parish - Sacramental Preparation - 2017-2018 Registration for all Sacraments for Parishioners of St. James & St. Michaels
Thursday, Sept 21st, 3:00-8:00pm
at St. James Church Hall
Roman Catholic Diocese of Calgary Announcements from the Catholic Pastoral Centre
EMERGENCY RELIEF AID FOR FLOOD VICTIMS IN TEXAS AND ASIA Catholic Charities and the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in the Archdiocese of Galveston/Houston will be providing
direct long-term assistance and case management services to victims displaced in flood in Texas. In Asia, Caritas organizations are responding to the needs in India, Nepal and Bangladesh by providing food, clean drinking water, and shelter. Emergency relief is also focused on preventing the spread of waterborne disease by delivering health, hygiene and sanitation support. Donations can be made through the Diocese website or cheques can be forwarded to the Pastoral Centre - 120-17 Ave SW. For more information and to donate visit www.calgarydiocese.ca and click on "Donate".
BISHOP'S DINNER Bishop’s Dinner – Bishop McGrattan will host his very first Bishop’s Dinner on Thursday, October 19. This year’s theme is ‘Youth &
Vocations - Their Faith, The Church’. Michael Chiasson will give the keynote address and Bishop McGrattan will share his vision for the
youth. Catholic singer/songwriter Janelle is our musical guest. Tickets are $175 or $1400/table of 8. For more information contact Samantha
at 403-218-5531 or [email protected]. Purchase tickets online at my.calgarydiocese.ca/bishopsdinner.
DIOCESAN PASTORAL CARE COURSE The Fall 2017 Diocesan Pastoral Care Training Program will begin on Tuesday September 26 and run for 7 consecutive Tuesday evenings
from 6:30pm - 9:30pm until November 7. The program will be held at St. Michael's Parish, 800 - 85 Street SW Calgary. This course will
introduce you to the basic visiting skills required for Pastoral Care Ministry in health care facilities or parish. Registration fee: $50. For
more information and to register, call: 403-218-5501, Email: [email protected], or online at www.calgarydiocese.ca.
ALZHEIMER WORKSHOP Holy Spirit Parish will be hosting Alzheimer Workshop on October 14, 2017 from 9:00am - 1:00pm. This workshop will provide participants with an understanding of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. For more information and to register please visit our News and Events page at www.calgarydiocese.ca, call 403-218-5501, or email: [email protected].
DAY RETREAT FOR MEN WITH MOST REV. FREDERICK HENRY, BISHOP EMERITUS OF CALGARY Stand Firm in Faith: Day Retreat for Men will take place at St. Luke's Parish on Saturday, October 7. For more information and registration
please contact Margaret at 403-282-9488, email: [email protected] or Sr. Katrina at 587-755-1019, email:
THE JOY OF LOVE REFLECTION GROUP The Family’s Urgent Mission Today – 6 sessions featuring video, witness, and dialogue segments exploring the major themes of Amoris
Laetitia. Designed for pastors, pastoral ministers, and all those committed to promoting holiness in family life, our domestic church.
Wednesday evenings, October 4 – November 8. 7-9 pm at the Catholic Pastoral Centre. Cost: $35, includes study materials. Refreshments
provided. RSVP to Alida at 403-218-5505 or email: [email protected].
MARRIAGE PREPARATION "FOR BETTER & FOR EVER" “For Better & For Ever…” Marriage Preparation, accepts all couples preparing for marriage. Due to the small group setting it allows us to
focus on couples in one or more of the following circumstances: living together, previously married, beginning marriage with children,
couples 45+, or those who wish to have their marriage blessed in the Church. Upcoming Dates: August 21/Sept 8-9, Sept 18/Oct 6-7. For
more dates, registration or information, contact 403-218-5505 or email [email protected].
TRANSITIONS 15-week peer support program for those recently separated or divorced. Participants will meet every week to reflect upon and discuss topics
such as self-esteem, stress, anger, guilt, blame, loneliness, forgiveness, blended families and more. The next program will begin on
Wednesday, September 27. For more information or to register, call 403-218-5505.
PLANNED GIVING SEMINAR Be inspired to make a difference – learn how to maximize your legacy for family and charity. Join our upcoming Planned Giving Seminar at
the Catholic Pastoral Centre 120 - 17 Ave SW Tuesday, September 26 – Registration 6:30 pm, Presentation 7:00 - 9:00 pm. Limited seating;
Registration required. Contact Doreen 403 218-5522 or [email protected] to register. No cost.
ELIZABETH HOUSE CHARITY EVENT Join Elizabeth House, a program of the Diocese of Calgary, on September 30 for the 2017 Ride for Refuge. Walk, ride or donate and help
transform lives, two generations at a time! Sign up at www.rideforrefuge.org/charity/elizabethhousecalgary or call 403-228-9724 for more
information.
EFFECTIVE CO-PARENTING: PUTTING KIDS FIRST An educational 5-week program for separated and divorced parents to help raise their children through this difficult time and increase the
understanding of needs of children for developing self-esteem and security. It will offer skills about managing diverse shared parenting
situations and provide strategies for improving communication, resolving conflict, and managing day-to-day children’s issues between
parenting partners. Parents are encouraged to attend separately. The next program will run 7:00pm - 9:00pm in the fall of 2017. Dates to be
announced soon. For more information or registration contact the Life & Family Resource Centre at 403-218-5505 or email
CELEBRATE THE SEASON OF CREATION - BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
Animals are our companions here on Earth, whether they are our pets, domesticated livestock or wild creatures. We
Page 6
Ministry Contact Information
Adoration Renee Fietz [email protected] 403-995-2029, Cell 403-880-5937
Bereavement Ministry Barbara Zimmer [email protected]
Children’s Liturgy NEW LEADER NEEDED
Coffee Sunday Dana Wiens [email protected]
Couples for Christ Pro-gram
Julius Strachan 403-630-5291 [email protected]
Finance Council Dave Wilson 403-995-2201
Girls T&T NEW LEADER NEEDED
K of C - St. James Elie Plamondon [email protected]
K of C - St. Michael’s Ernie Bird [email protected]
Men’s Prayer Group Stefan Schwarz 403-850-2057 [email protected]
Music Ministry Leanne Plamondon 403-938-3122
Parish Pastoral Council
Pastoral Care Mary McGinness 403-995-0202
Prayer Chain Vi Lake [email protected]
RCIA Leanne Plamondon [email protected]
403-938-3122
Rivers of Living Water Prayer Group
Kim Jakobowski [email protected]
Senior’s Group [email protected]
St. James’ Boy’s Youth Group
Stefan Schwarz 403-850-2057 [email protected]
St. James Catholic Women’s League
Shirley Mutschler [email protected]
St. James Women’s Coffee & Connections
NEW LEADER NEEDED
St. Vincent de Paul
Julie Ann Heggenstaller 403-938-0562 [email protected]
St. Vincent de Paul
- Black Diamond John Walsh 403-933-4955
Stewardship Colleen Mortimer [email protected]
Youth Music Ministry Jasmine Siqueira [email protected] 403-9991321
Youth Ministry Amy Heggenstaller-Boon [email protected]
receive so much from them: comfort, labour, food, clothing, as well as protection and wonder. All creatures -great and small reveal God's loving presence. Join us at St. Joseph's Parish (640 19th Avenue NW) for the Blessing of Animals, September 23rd at 10:30am. All beloved animals are welcome! Call Marilou at 403-218-5519.
WHITE MASS Annual White Mass: Celebration of the feast day of St. Luke, patron saint of
physicians, will be held 7:00 pm on Wednesday, October 18 at St. Anthony's
Church, 5340 - 4 St. SW, Calgary. All are welcome, especially those
working in medicine and health care. Reception will follow the Mass.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY- DIOCESAN YOUTH RETREAT TEAM (DYRT) MEMBER – CASUAL The Diocesan Youth Ministry team is looking for five (5) DYRT members to
work on a casual – part time employment basis. The Diocesan Youth Retreat
Team (DYRT) offers year-round retreats for young people within the
Diocese For more information about this position; qualifications and
application details see the Diocesan website at http://www.calgarydiocese.ca/
articles/employment-opportunities.html. The employment opportunity will
be posted until the competition closes on September 15.
TEMPLE BUILT OF LIVING STONE Interested in Catholic Worship and Sacred Liturgical Space? Join us
at the National Catholic Liturgical Conference with Fr. Michael
McGourty as he reflects on our rich identity as members of the Body
of Christ visibly evident in our sacred space and liturgical symbols.
November 6 & 7. More information & registration at https://
wclcanada.wordpress.com/
LIBRARY TECHNICIAN PART TIME
HOLY TRINITY ACADEMY OKOTOKS, ALBERTA
Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools is a large and fast growing
organization providing high quality education in a faith-filled Christ-centered
environment.
Applications are now being accepted for:
2017-23S – A part time Library Technician at Holy Trinity Academy, a grades
10-12 school located in Okotoks. This part time position will start as soon as
possible and run concurrent with the school calendar. Hours are Monday to
Thursday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.
Our successful candidate will have library training or equivalent relevant
experience and the ability to interact in a positive manner with both students and
teachers. A high level of computer literacy is required including research skills,
report writing, Insignia (Library Info Software) and proficiency with MS Office, and
Google Apps for Education. Our Library Technician will have organizational and
management skills, a commitment to fostering literacy and knowledge of a wide
spectrum of age appropriate literature.
For more details and to apply, go to www.redeemer.ab.ca, employment, career
opportunities, support staff, active postings. To apply you must create an online
account. This posting will close at noon on Tuesday, September 19, 2017.
Questions may be directed to [email protected], please quote “LT
HTA” in the subject line.
The School Division expresses appreciation to all those who apply. Only
candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
ST. JAMES FINANCIAL CORNER
Safeway & Sobeys Gift Cards
Aug 1 to Aug 31, 2017 $2,400.00
Year to date Sold $29,850.00
Proceeds to the Parish $2,238.75
Together in Action
Weekly Goal: $1,016.00
Collections: $150.00
Over/(Short): $(866.00)
Building Fund
Sept 3, 2017 $632.00
Month to date: $632.00
Monthly Payment: $7,289.00
Mortgage Balance: $554,049.78
Children’s Collection
Week: $73.95
Year to date: $3,100.81
To be donated in December 2017
INCOME YTD 2017 YTD 2016 BUDGET 2017
Total/Income 315,397.00 316,917.00 325,256.00
Expenses:
Salaries 120,787.00 151,992.00 141,492.00
Operating 149,580.00 133,180.00 127,476.00
Programs 23,581.00 14,862.00 23,550.00
Total Expense 293,948.00 300,034.00 292,518.00
Net Income 21,448.00 16,883.00 32,737.00
FINANCIAL STATEMENT JAN - JULY 2017
Sunday Collections
Aug 27, 2017 Sep 3, 2017
Collections: $5,844.03 Collections: $6,201.80 Preauthorized: $1,662.46 Preauthorized: $1,662.46
Total: $7,506.49 Total: $7,864.26 Goal: $8,269.00 Goal: $8,269.00
FINANCIAL FACTS
The grounds maintenance costs including grass cutting, snow removal, garbage disposal is $18,152 per year.
$18,176.80
TIA 2017 Goal
$48,764.00
Don't miss the Pro-Life
Apples that are coming in
early October! There is a
sign-up sheet on the table
at the back of St. Michael's
this Sunday and
next. Please sign-up there or talk
to Diane Pollock
after mass.
Please support these Advertisers, who have supported us!
Serving Okotoks for 20 years
Okotoks Food Bank (OFB), Annual Fall Food Drive
Okotoks and Area 2nd Annual Fall Food
Drive Sat, Sept 16th. We will need
experienced Food Bank volunteers to help
out at the LDS Hall and here at the OFB
warehouse to unload donations on Food
Drive day Sept 16th. Extra sorting
sessions will be scheduled for 2 weeks after
the Food Drive, Sept 18-30. Please let us
know if you are available. If anyone would
like to learn or refresh sorting skills please
let Sandi know and we will arrange for you
to join a regular Sort Team for a session
during the next two weeks. Please call
Sandi at the Foodbank, 403-651-6629, for
more info about volunteer positions or to
sign up for one of the new teams.
St. James CWL Parish Council
Our first meeting will be held on Tuesday,
September 12th beginning with mass at 7:00
pm and meeting to follow in the St. Raphael
Room. All members are invited to attend and
to bring a friend. Immediately after our
meeting there will be a 'Wine & Cheese' social
sponsored by the executive members.
Mark your Calendars! Our Annual
Thanksgiving Pie sale will be held on
Saturday, September 30th and Sunday,
October 1st after all masses. The cost is
$10.00.
The St. James CWL Parish Council will be
celebrating their 75th Anniversary on
Saturday, November 18th at the 5:30 pm mass
with Bishop William McGrattan. Updated
information will be placed in the bulletin and
also sent to members by email. Invitations
will be mailed out to all members in
the next week or sooner. Questions,
email Vi at [email protected] or
phone 403-938-2369.