Pope John Paul II has commented on today’s gospel: Do I want ‘to see Christ’?  Do I do everything ‘to see him’?  This question, two thousand years later, is as relevant as it was then, when Jesus passed through the cities and villages of his land.  It is a relevant question for each of us personally today: Do I want to?  Do I really want to?  Or do I perhaps rather awoid the encounter with him?  Do I prefer not to see him and do I prefer him not to see me (at least in my way of thinking and feeling)?  And if I already see him in some way, then do I prefer to see him from afar, not drawing too near, not venturing before his eyes so as not to perceive too much...so as not to have to accept the whole truth that is in him, that comes from him - from Christ?

The Most Reverend Brendan M. O'Brien, Bishop of the Archdiocese of Kingston, conducted the mass at St Martha School then attended the parish's Communion breakfast at Rideau Acres on Sunday 28 October 2007.
November Events
Nov. 4 - Farewell to Karla -1:00 p.m.
Nov. 10 - Bazaar- 10:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m. at Holy Name School -PLEASE NO FURNITURE
Nov. 11 - Remembrance Day
Nov. 15 -Mission Committee
Nov. 22 - Special Mass for Health Care Professionals
Nov. 23 - Knights’ Night Out



☺    Thank you  to all the Knights for their great job of cutting the grass at the church this year.  Special thanks to Al Sullivan, Stan Pietak ( grass cutter and repairman) , Roger Levac and his crew and Pat Stenson and his crew.

THANK YOU to the Mission Committee for another wonderful Communion Breakfast.  The food was great.  Dr. Karen Yeates’  presentation was informative and inspiring.  Just being able to gather together like that was terrific.  Thanks to all who attended.

A special THANK YOU to all who donated items last week to the St. Vincent de Paul Society.  The truck was packed with the needed items.  Many people will be helped by your generosity.

Thank you to all who continue to bring food items every weekend for the St. Vincent de Paul Society.  SVP Society reports that our food is not on the shelf very long.  Poor families are truly in need.  Thank you for helping them. (Matthew 25:35"I was hungry and you fed me”.)

There will be a special Mass for Health Professionals on Thursday, November 22 at 7:00 p.m.  This Mass is for doctors, nurses, and others who work to heal and help those who are sick.  Spread the word.  Everyone is invited.

‘Catholicism 201' continues this Tuesday at 6:15 p.m. with a meal.  This week: Christian Morality


Parish Prayer Network consists of over 50  parishioners who pray for you each day.  They also pray for people in need and for special intentions.  If you would like to join the Prayer Network, or if you have an intention for the Prayer Network  please call 613-546-0418

☛If you receive anything in the mail from “The Fatima Centre” or from Father Gruner, Just ignore it!!

WORLD YOUTH DAY 2008, SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA click here  - The process of registering for World Youth Day 2008 (July 2008) will be the same as for previous World Youth Days.  All registrations will be coordinated through the Archdiocese of Kingston Youth Office.  If you or someone you know is planning to attend WYD2008 please contact Mary Carr at 613-548-4461. Info about cost, travel options, organized group, etc. is now available. ANY PARISHIONERS WHO WOULD LIKE TO GO TO WORLD YOUTH DAY IN AUSTRALIA PLEASE CONTACT FATHER SHEA


If you are going to the Eucharistic Congress:
1.  Register at website
2. Contact Margie Ann McKinnon at the Diocesan Centre to arrange train, accommodations, and details for Kingston group.  She will answer all your questions.
3.  Inform Parish Office that you are registered.
SO FAR 3 PARISHIONERS HAVE REGISTERD.

Remembrance Day Service - Sunday, November 4 ,St. Mary’s Cemetery, 718 Division Street, 2:00 p.m. All are welcome

JUSTICE IN ACTION - A workshop sponsored by the Archdiocesan Justice & Peace Commission, Sat. Nov. 10,  9:30- am - 3:30pm, Providence Motherhouse, 1200 Princess St. Fee- $10 on Nov. 10, includes lunch.  Register with Alice Gazeley at 613-544-0485 or rgazeley@cogeco.ca

New Life Group Meeting: A Catholic Ministry for the Separated and Divorced on alternate Tuesday evening.  Next meeting: Nov 13. Topic: Effects of Separation and Divorce on Children.  Speaker Leonore Buck, ALCDS Board.  7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Diocesan Centre, 390 Palace Road.

Bereaved Families of Ontario will hold their monthly Mother’s Night on Tues. Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. at 721 progress Avenue.  The Heather Johnston will speak on “Preparing yourself for the Holidays”

Silent Auction/Music Concert - There will be a silent auction/concert featuring music from the 70's and 80's at Regiopolis-Notre Dame Catholic High School on Thursday, November 15. The auction will open at 6:30 p.m. and the concert will begin at 7:30 p.m.  Admission is free but please make sure to bring cash or cheques for auction items.  All proceeds will go toward the purchase of new band equipment.  Your support would be greatly appreciated!

Good Thief Church CWL Bazaaar- Saturday, November 17, 9-2.  Good Thief Parish Centre, Baiden St. Crafts; baked goods, candy & preserves; vintage and current jewelry; old and new items; tea table.

   It is our goal to have at least 2 or 3 adorers or a family for each hour - we are almost there - but we need one more adorer for each of the following times:  11 am; 2 pm; 3 pm 5 pm; 6 pm & 7 pm.  if you can give an hour to Jesus by covering one of these hours -   Please call Shirley - 613-548-3091 or Karla - 613-546-0418 

 Statue of Mary (Please leave in the entrance after the Mass you attend - for the next family)
                  The week of Nov. 4th  prayers will be offered in the home of Linda Goldstein and family.
                  The week of Nov. 11th prayers will be offered in the home of The Murray Family.

God looks down and notices that  Adam is all alone while all the animals have companion, so he decides to create a companion for man as well.  He comes to see Adam and says to him, “Adam, you are my greatest creation and therefore, I am going to create for you the ultimate companion.  She will worship the very ground you walk on, she will long for you and no other, she will be highly intelligent, she will wait on you hand and foot and obey your every command, she will be beautiful, and all it will cost you is an arm and a leg.”  Thinking for a few moment, Adam replies, “What could I get for a rib?”