Christ the King rules from the cross, a seemingly
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Christ the King rules from the cross, a seemingly
48 SUNDAY YEAR OF FAITH October 2012 – November 2013 We continue offering prayers that the YEAR OF FAITH in the Universal Church, which bridges the years of preparation and celebration for St. Clare’s Parish 100th Anniversary will strengthen the journey of faith and commitment to the Gospel in all of us. ALL SOULS’ DAY ENVELOPES have been provided and set up at the entrance. You may wish to write names of loved ones on these envelopes, and if needed, include other sheets with names on them. These may be brought to church at any time. The names will be kept on the altar during every Mass in November, and then transferred in the “Book of Life”. If you wish, you may add a donation for the needs of the parish, in memory of loved ones. Advent Spirituality and How to Prepare a Manger Scene Come to a workshop on Monday, November 12th at 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall & learn about Advent Spirituality and how to prepare a Manger Scene, its meaning and symbolism. Bingo & Refreshments The 55+ Club will be enjoying some refreshments and a game of Bingo on Thursday, November 15th at 9:30 a.m. in the Parish Hall. All the young at heart are invited. Shepherd’s Trust As parishioners, we have reaped the benefits of our priests’ unselfish service to ourselves and our families for generations. Called by God and consecrated to the priesthood to care for His people, they have faithfully served and continue to serve our families, in our churches, schools, hospitals, nursing homes, missions and on our streets. The collection for the Shepherd’s Trust will take place in all parishes in the Archdiocese next weekend (Nov 17/18). Please pick up a copy of the Shepherd’s Trust Newsletter & an offering envelope. The Shepherd’s Trust does more than just bridge the gap in our priest’s retirement years; it says thank-you in a very tangible way for the blessings we have received. Your generosity is deeply appreciated. 2013 Missals The 2013 Sunday Missals will be on sale after the Masses next weekend (Nov 17/18) and on the weekend after (Nov 24/25). They will also be available at the office during the week. Cost is $5.00. Christmas Sponsorship Drive Once again this year, we are inviting parishioners to volunteer to prepare Christmas Baskets for needy families. As you know, there are many families in our neighbourhood who are in need, especially around Christmas time. If you would like to help make someone’s Christmas brighter we ask you to leave your name and number with a member of the St. Vincent de Paul Society on the weekends of November 24/25 or December 1/2, right after Mass. We will have more information later. Updates for CONFIRMATION Candidates Sunday Mass – special Mass for Confirmandi, Parents & Sponsors – next Sunday, November 18th at 5:00 p.m. Enrolment Ceremony - Confirmation candidates are asked to attend their Enrolment Ceremony at any of the English Masses during the weekend of November 24/25. Updates for FIRST COMMUNION Candidates Workshop for Parents of Candidates – Saturday, November 17th at 10:00 a.m. OR 2:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. This workshop will deal with preparing the children for First Confession. Enrolment Ceremony – First Communion children will celebrate their enrolment ceremony at all weekend English Masses on January 25/27 2013. Gathering of Holy Land Pilgrims If you travelled with us to the Holy Land this past Summer, we invite you to a gathering in the parish Hall on Tuesday, November 20th at 7:30 p.m. St. Clare’s 100th Anniversary The Joy's in the Journey to the 100th! Experience it Now! Thank you for all your commitment and dedication in the various activities and initiatives taking place in preparation to and celebration of our 100th Anniversary. A special THANK YOU to the Staff and Students of St. Clare’s School who organized and participated in a walk-a-thon in honour of our parish anniversary. They raised and donated the amount of $2,900.00. Thank you and God bless you. Catholicism: Journey Around the World and Deep into the Faith. Our next program which is the 3rd of a series of 10 continues on Wednesday, November 21st. This part of the program is entitled “The Ineffable Mystery of God: That than Which Nothing Greater can be Thought”. 48 DATE Shepherd’s Trust Saturday, November 10 5:00 – Pro Populo Sunday, November 11 9:00 – Michele e Assuntina Urso 10:30 – Antonio Imperatore, Crescenza e Francesco Mossa, Pasquale, Giuseppe, Raffaele e Maria De Vivo, Emilia Fortura, Maria e Michele Ferraro, Nicola e Lucia Alessandria, Michele e Vincenzo Carnovale, Vito, Maria Rosa e Vincenzo Pileggi, Paul Côté, Leonara e Nicolantonio Martino e Ida Francella 12:00 – Christopher Stephenson Monday, November 12 9:00 – Francisco Mario Neves 7:30 – Giacomo Pallotta († 1 yr. Memorial) Tuesday, November 13 9:00 – Per le anime del Purgatorio Wednesday, November 14 9:00 – Antonio Cortese 10:00 – St. Clare’s School Mass Thursday, November 15 9:00 – Giuseppe e Antonio Agostino Friday, November 16 9:00 – Clementina D’Agostini Saturday, November 17 9:00 – Abilio Carvalho 1:00 – WEDDING – Aaron Novielli & Deidre Gaivoto 5:00 – Luigi Brusatin 1000 Annivesario della nostra Parrocchia Ripetendo l’annuncio di domenica scorsa. Come sapete l’ 11 Agosto, 2013, la nostra parrocchia celebrerà il 100o Anniversario! Ringraziamo coloro che si impegnano nell’andamento delle attivita’, celebrazioni e programmi giornalieri e settimanali. Grazie particolarmente a tutti coloro che collaborano nei programmi particolari in preparazione all’anniversario. Ringraziamo la scuola di SANTA CHIARA che in occasione dell’anno di preparazione al Centennario, ha organizzato una “Camminata”, “Walk-a-thon”, ha raccolto e donato alla parrocchia una somma di $2,900.00. Grazie di vero cuore. Partecipiamo all’incontro sul “Cattolicesimo”, Mercoledi, 31 Novembre, alle 7 pm in sala. Lungo gli anni, ognuno di noi, le nostre famiglie e i nostri antenati, hanno sempre ricevuto aiuto, guida, conforto e parole di speranza da tanti sacerdoti che ricordiamo con tanto affetto. Nella loro avanzata eta’, anch’essi, i sacerdoti che hanno sempre dato la loro disponibilita’ , hanno bisogno del nostro aiuto e del nostro “Grazie”. Ogni anno, la nostra diocesi ci invita a partecipare in una raccolta, chiamata “Shepherd’s Trust”, per l’assistenza ai sacerdoti anziani. Domenica prossima, 18 novembre, spetta a noi ringraziare i sacerdoti anziani con una preghiera ed un contributo finanziario. Uscendo dalla chiesa potrete ritirare una busta per l’offerta ed un fascicolo per informazione. Gruppo 55 e Più - giovedì, 15 novembre, alle 9:30 a.m. in sala parrocchiale per un rinfresco e un gioco di Bingo. Un cordiale benvenuto a tutti. Spiritualita’ dell’Avvento e Come Preparare il Presepe Vi invitiamo di partecipare lunedì sera, 12 novembre alle 7:30 nella sala parrocchiale, per una presentazione sulla Spiritualita’ dell’Avvento e sul significato e simbolismo del presepio. Incontro dei Pellegrini in Terra Santa Per colore che sono stati con noi in Terra Santa quest’Estate, vogliamo riunirci per un incontro nella Sala parrocchiale, martedì sera, 20 novembre alle 7:30. Cestini Natalizi La Società San Vincenzo de Paoli ci invita ad auitare famiglie bisognosa a Natale. Si tratta di preparare e offrire un celestino Natalizio. Anche qui, nella nostra comunità e nella nostra parrocchia, conosciamo tante famiglie in necessità, specialmente a Natale. Se desiderate partecipare, lasciate il vostro nome e numero di telefono con uno dei membri della Società San Vincenzo, che sosterranno alla porta nei prossimi due weekend (24-25 novembre e 1-2 dicembre). Condividiamo il nostro amore con i fratelli e le sorelle bisognosi… specialmente a Natale. Nel Ricordo e nella Preghiera per i Nostri Cari Defunti Come tradizione, potrete scrivere (se non avete gia’ fatto) i nomi dei vostri cari defunti, su foglietti o bustine preparate per voi all’entrata della chiesa. Portate i nomi appena possibile in chiesa. Queste buste verranno deposte sull’altare durante le messe di Novembre, e poi trasferiti sul “Libro della Vita”. Chi desidera lasciare un’offerta nel ricordo dei loro cari e per le necessita’ della parrocchia, puo’ inserirla nella busta.