December 7, 2007PRAYERS & SYMPATHY: For André Champoux, father of Rev. Pierre Champoux, pastor of Holy Name of Mary Parish, Almonte, who died December 1, 2007. Please remember him and his family in your prayers. NEW APPOINTMENT: Archbishop Prendergast is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Marc Lamarche as the new Administrator of Diocesan Cemeteries. This appointment follows Mr. Yvon Lacroix decision to retire as of December 31, 2007. We are also pleased to advise you that Mr. Lacroix has accepted to serve as Diocesan Director of Parish Cemeteries, effective January 1, 2022. FROM THE DIOCESAN CENTRE RECONCILIATION SERVICE: Archbishop Prendergast will preside and preach at a special Reconciliation Service at Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica on Thursday, December 13, 7:00 p.m. The Liturgy of the Word will include a communal preparation period which will be followed by individual absolution to be given by a team of priests who will be on hand. Please join us for this inspirational evening in preparation for the Christmas-Epiphany season. CELEBRATION OF THE FEAST OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF MARY: Archbishop Prendergast, S.J. invites all the faithful to a Eucharistic Celebration of the Immaculate Conception of Mary on Sat., Dec. 8, 10:00 a.m. at Notre Dame Basilica Cathedral. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. ADULT FAITH DEVELOPMENT What does it mean for me to be a Catholic in the world today as someone called to moral decision-making? Presenter: Prof. Noel Simard, member of Pontifical Council for Life and Director of The Ethics Centre. Sat., Dec. 8. Cost: $15. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn. Info: Carol (738-5025 X 251); ([email protected]). Registrations: ([email protected]); (738-5025 X 217). COME AND SEE FOR WOMEN: Are you a young woman interested in discerning a vocation to religious life? If so, you are invited to attend the monthly Come & See for women. St. Theresa parish (Somerset & Cartier). The next Come & See will be on Fri., Dec. 14, 6:30 p.m. We will share food, friendship & prayer. Info: Camille (613-276-1679). COME & SEE (SPECIAL) FOR MEN: Have you ever thought of becoming a priest? Our "Come & See" group meets each month for fellowship, prayer & discussion. Please note that our December meeting has been moved to: Fri., Jan. 4, 2022. Our gathering will involve dinner with Archbishop Prendergast at his residence. If you plan to attend please notify this office in advance (613-738-5025, ext. 217). CHRISTMAS SEASON RECEPTION: Archbishop Terrence Prendergast, S.J. and the members of the Episcopal Council, wish to invite all members of the clergy, the religious and the faithful of the archdiocese, to a Christmas Season Reception on Sunday, January 6, 2022, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in Cathedral Hall. Access through the Archbishop's Residence (off the parking lot behind the church). All are invited! Children are invited to wear appropriate costumes: Magi, Kings and Queens, Princesses and Princes. WHY DO WE CELEBRATE SUNDAY EUCHARIST? A formation session for all the baptized, and an excellent way to prepare for the Eucharistic Congress. With Fr. Roy Roberts and Fr. Bill Burke. Sat., Jan. 12, 2022, 9:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn. Cost: $15 (bring your own lunch). Registration deadline: Mon., Jan. 7 (613-738-5025, ext. 217, [email protected]). SUPPORT TO THE SEPARATED AND DIVORCED: This ministry will take a break for the Christmas period, and start up again on January 16, 2022 with a talk by a lawyer - Raquel Beesley - on the issue of Mediation versus Court Action in cases of separation and divorce. Our Support Group for those experiencing the trauma of separation or divorce will meet on Wednesday nights at 7:30 p.m. as follows: Jan 16 & 30, March 15 & 19, April 2 & 16, and May 7 & 21. Please note that the Reflection and Social scheduled for December 5, 2007 has been cancelled. Permanent Diaconate Formation Program INFORMATION DAY: Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn Place (look for room info at entrance). Sat., Jan. 26, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Interested parishioners are asked to attend. Info: Deacon Michael Seath (613-834-1840). PLANNING TO MARRY? Marriage Preparation Courses are held at most parishes, but for those unable to attend those locally, a limited number will be held at the Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn Pl. Friday evening & all-day Saturday. CONFIRMATIONS ON PENTECOST SUNDAY: Archbishop Prendergast invites interested adult and secondary school age candidates to receive the sacrament of Confirmation at Notre Dame Cathedral on Pentecost Sunday, May 11, at the noon Mass. All candidates will have registered at their respective parish and have received the appropriate preparation there. Parishes are to send the names and all necessary information for the preparation of the register to Annmarie Brown at Pastoral Services (613-738-5025, ext. 217; [email protected]) no later than April 1, 2022. The Pastoral Services Office will forward all the provided information to Msgr. Patrick Powers, Pastor at Notre Dame Parish. INTERNATIONAL EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS QUEBEC CITY JUNE 15 22, 2022: Official Diocesan Representative is Fr. Pommainville, Sainte-Geneviève parish (613-731-3772). Info: (www.cei2022.ca). CATECHESIS ON THE EUCHARIST: To prepare spiritually for the International Eucharist Congress (to be held in Quebec City, June 2022) a series of catechetical evenings are being offered for all who are interested. They take place 7:00 9:00 p.m. (Note: * indicates Mass 7:00 p.m.; catechesis 7:30 p.m.) as follows:
VARIA HOME-BASED SPIRITUAL CARE: Open House, Saturday, December 8, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 65 Cathcart, near Sussex. An occasion for Ottawa residents, religious and parishioners to come and talk with the Board members and join with some sharing at our table of exotic foods. Info: ([email protected]). CHRISTMAS CRAFTS: Fundraiser sale in St. Philips Hall, Richmond on Sun., Dec. 9, 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Featuring Countryn Lace with home décor, vintage, kitchen ware, Christmas Items at good prices. Also author Gary Ogilvie selling his books of short stories, inspiration and poetry. Info: (613-838-2314). F.A.C.E.S. FOR SINGLE CATHOLICS: A first event for a younger FACES group for those in the approximate age range up to 35 years old. Its a bowling event at the Walkley Lanes at 2092 Walkley Road. Sat., Dec. 15, 6:00 p.m. Reservations are required (613-795-4811). ADVENT EVENING PRAYER: All are welcome to celebrate Advent Evening Prayer at St. Basil's (Maitland & the Queensway). Fr. Bill Burke, from the National Liturgy Office of CCCB, will preside and give a reflection on Advent. Sun., Dec. 16, 7:30 p.m. Mark this date on your calendars. Info: (613-729-5149). BLESSED SACRAMENT PARISH YOUTH GROUP: Presents A Christmas Carol play. Tues., Dec. 19, 7:00 p.m. Blessed Sacrament Church, 194 Fourth Avenue (in the Glebe). All are invited! Info: Sarah (613-236-6330). MARYVALE ACADEMY OPEN HOUSE: An Independent Catholic School from Grades 1 8.1000 Brookfield Road, East, 2nd Floor, entrance at rear. Wed., Dec. 19, 5:00 9:00 p.m. Information on Maryvale: (613-321-2186); (http://maryvaleacademy.ca/). ISLAM AND CHRISTIANITY: History, Relations, Issues, and Perspectives. A ten week course, Monday evenings, Jan. 7 Mar. 10, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Facilitated by Dr. Safaa Fouda and Sister Jean Goulet, csc. Offered by the Ottawa Lay School of Theology. All Saints Westboro Anglican Church, 347 Richmond Road, W. of Churchill Ave. $50 for the course, $10 students. Registration: (www.olst.ca) or on Jan. 7. CWL DIOCESAN TRIP TO FATIMA & ROME: APRIL 18-29, 2022. Join Fr. Larry McCormick & Fr. Vincent Peirera. Three days at Fatima, Portugal, seven days in Rome - the ancient and Eternal City. Leisure time built-in for personal sight-seeing. The trip is open to all. Air France, with qualified tour guides and First Class accommodations - meals included. Cost: $3767/person (double occ). Reservations & details: Trafalgar & Algonquin Travel (613-723-5888). |
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