september 15 and 22, 2019 mass intentions—assumption...
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September 15 and 22, 2019 24th and 25th Sundays in Ordinary Time
“Let us eat and celebrate; for this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found!”
Our readings speak of God’s generous, overflowing compassion and mercy. God is always searching for us, but we
don’t always want to be found. The parables of the lost sheep, lost coin and Prodigal Son were told by Jesus in
response to the grumbling of the Pharisees that Jesus “welcomes sinners and eats with them”. Jesus proclaims the
good news that all are welcome in God’s Kingdom. But are we prepared to be faithful disciples?
Our behavior and attitudes matter. We are called to act justly and to seek right relations with God, our neighbour and all creation.
Mass Intentions—Assumption Parish Sat. Sept 14 5:30 pm + Werner Frenzel Sun. Sept 15 9:30 am All Parishioners Tues. Sept 17 9:00 am Sandy Mundy Wed. Sept 18 9:00 am + Lillian Dawson Fri. Sept 20 7:00 pm Ryan Ng Sat. Sept 21 5:30pm + Bill, Helen & Carole Argan Sun. Sept 22 9:30am All Parishioners Tues. Sept 24 9:00am + Horst Schaub Wed. Sept 25 9:00am Maura Usher Fri. Sept 27 7:00pm Jeremy & Avarey Amyotte & family
Mass Intentions—Resurrection Parish Sat. Sept 14 4:00 pm Brent & +Sabrina Lauman Sun. Sept 15 11:00 am All Parishioners
Thurs. Sept 19 9:00 am + Kay Yaworski Fri. Sept 20 9:00 am Mark Chandra & family Sat. Sept 21 4:00pm + Ann Vogel Sun. Sept 22 11:00am All Parishioners Thurs. Sept 26 9:00am + Joseph & Helen Varghese Fri. Sept 27 9:00am Sheila Fischer
Parish Announcements
We wish to welcome to our parish family
Eileen Van Tighem and Samantha Mokomiku
who are being baptized over the next two weekends.
We extend our sympathy and prayers to the family of
Dan Edmonton
Whose funeral Mass is Monday, Sept. 16
at Resurrection Church, 11 am.
May the souls of the faithful departed,
through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Congratulations and Best Wishes to
Kristen Carlson and Ben Cowan
Marriage will take place Sept. 21 at Resurrection
FAITH FORMATION: Why do we say a God exists? Fr. Philip will be introducing the classic rational “proofs for the existence of God”, discussing the nature of faith and the relationship between faith and reason. Five more 1-hour sessions Wednesday evenings at 7 pm, Resurrection Hall. Sept 18, 25 Oct 2, 9, 16 Everyone welcome!
SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL NEEDS The Society of St. Vincent de Paul requests help in supplying toothbrushes, laundry soap, shampoo and dish soap. If you are able to help our brothers and sisters in need, please bring these items to the parish or parish office. Thank you.
MESSAGE FROM SR. JEANNETTE Thank you for being a supportive faith community for my past 14 years in Edmonton. On Oct. 3
rd I return to Kingston
Ontario. I am most grateful for the experiences of this faith community and for having served with many of you in a variety of ways. My last Eucharistic celebration with you will be Saturday, Sept. 21
st.
Contact info: Providence Motherhouse, Box 427, Kingston Ontario K7L 4W4. [email protected] May our Provident God bless each one of you with grateful listening hearts. Sister Jeannette Filthaut SP
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ROSARY, SEPT 29 The Knights of Columbus invite all to join in the rosary prayer before Mass: Sunday, September 29
9 am at Assumption and 10:30 am at Resurrection
ARCHBISHOP’S DINNER We invite you to join Archbishop Richard Smith at the First Annual Archbishop’s Dinner on Friday, October 4, 2019, at the Edmonton Convention Centre. The evening will celebrate our vibrant Catholic community in the Archdiocese, and His Grace will share his vision and goals for the future. Please contact Anna at 780-469-1010 ext. 2139 or email [email protected]. Tickets may be ordered individually at $100 per person, or by a table of 10.
K OF C WOODEN NATIVITY SCENES
Congratulations to Lise Nicholson who won the Knights of Columbus Nativity Scene Raffle at the August Assumption BBQ. Thanks to all who purchased tickets. A second Nativity Scene was donated to the Gianna Centre (see below). The Knights will be taking orders for Nativity Scenes at the Assumption pancake breakfast September 15.
VOTING AS CATHOLICS
2019 FEDERAL ELECTION GUIDE: OCTOBER 21 The 2019 Federal Election Guide, prepared by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), offers a reflection on key ethical and moral issues that voters, especially Catholics, may want to consider, such as:
respect for life
concern for the weakest among us
religious freedom and freedom of con-science.
solidarity with Indigenous Peoples
support for families
funding for education, healthcare, housing
action on human trafficking
care for the environment https://www.cccb.ca/site/images/stories/
pdf/2019_Federal_Election_Guide.pdf
GIANNA CENTRE AT ASSUMPTION
Gianna Centre is a pro-life ministry of Catholic Social Services that offers pregnancy support and resources to women, men, and their families. Our aim is to promote live-giving options as we journey with our clients through their pregnancy and beyond. Our caring volunteers offer an array of professional services such as: doula support, fertility awareness (NFP methods), along with parenting, spiritual development, 1st Aid/CPR, cooking, and financial literacy classes. We offer free baby clothing/accessories and maternity wear from generous donors! We are very much looking forward to moving into the former rectory at Assumption Parish this fall and to greet the parishioners of A/R Parishes as our new neighbors! For more information about Gianna Centre, please feel free to contact Vera Fischer, Manager @ 780-482-5111.
ICPM BISSELL LUNCH The lunch at the Bissell Centre was well attended and appreciated. Thank you to all who donated food, served at the Bissell, helped to organize the lunch and prayed for its success.
THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS (RCIA) Assumption and Resurrection parishes welcome new members into the Catholic Church through a journey of faith education and spiritual direction. The RCIA journey is for those who are exploring and inquiring into the Catholic faith through prayer, study and discussion. The RCIA journey begins in early October with weekly sessions taking place on Thursday evenings. Please register at the office at 780-468-4071.
EDMONTON CLIMATE VIGIL - SUNDAY, SEPT. 22 Join us for this family-friendly evening of prayer, song and community at 6:30 pm, September 22 on the Legislature grounds. Share grief, repentance, gratitude and hope, and support the Global Week of Climate Action. Details at: edmontonclimatestrike.org Sponsored by The Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton, Citizens for Public Justice, Development & Peace, Edmonton Quakers.
ANNUAL MINISTRY FAIR SEPTEMBER 14, 15
We invite you to become involved in parish ministry. This weekend representatives from each ministry will be available after Mass to answer questions and help you to sign up. Opportunities are available for adults, children, youth and families to participate in parish life.
CALLED TO PROTECT Called to Protect is part of an overall initiative of the archdiocese to provide information and training to all volunteers and staff regarding the protection of vulnerable people. All adults in ministry are required to take the training once. If you have any questions about the training, please email Volunteer Coordinators (Carmel, Greg) at [email protected] Assumption & Resurrection Parishes will host training sessions on the following dates:
Saturday, September 21 - 9:30 a.m. to Noon at Assumption Tuesday, October 8, 7 - 9 :30 p.m. at Resurrection
To register please call Parish Office 780 468-4071 or email: [email protected]
BOWLING PARTY FOR YOUTH MINISTERS All youth ministers: junior servers, choir members, greeters, hospitality, children’s liturgy helpers and proclaimers are invited for Bowling & Pizza at Bonnie Doon Bowling Lanes Saturday, September 28 12:30 to 2:00 pm. Please contact the parish office to register. Name, age and shoe size are needed.
WORLD YOUTH DAY ORIENTATION MEETING We invite Catholic young adults (aged 18-35) to an Archdiocesan gathering Wednesday, September 18, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Newman Theological College foyer, 10012 - 84 Street, Edmonton. This is your opportunity to learn about, and have input into, plans regarding World Youth Day
preparations and celebrations, and young adult faith formation in the Archdiocese of Edmonton. Mark the date and spread the news to other young adults in the Archdiocese. Beer and wings will be provided. Please register with Barbara at [email protected].
PARISH BULLETINS In order to save paper and avoid repetition, we will publish the parish bulletins every two weeks until the end of the year on a trial basis. When there is a fifth Sunday, an additional bulletin will be published. Your feedback is welcome. The bulletin may also be read on the parish website: www.arparish.ca If you would like to receive a link in your inbox when there is a new bulletin please email Veronica: [email protected]
FINANCIAL INFORMATION YEAR TO DATE, 2019
Parish Receipts and Expenses
ASSUMPTION RESURRECTION Receipts to August 31 $138,054 $184,382 Expenses to August 31 $172,614 $229,439 Net Income $-34,560 $-45,057
Together We Serve Together We Serve Target $68,500 Donations Year to Date $43,101 (63% of target)
All donations are gratefully received.