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FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
December 19,  2004
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Accompanying people who are faced with uncertainty, intimidation or unfair treatment shows solidarity and ensures respect for people’s rights.   In many communities, victims who must deal with the court system are accompanied by representatives of support groups.  Internationally, numerous organizations send teams of volunteers to stand beside returning refugees, human rights defenders and others threatened by political violence.  The very presence of such witnesses can deter abuse and be a sign of strength and support.   We can all use the unconditional love and support that comes from being accompanied on life’s journey. How reassuring, then, to know that the one we wait for during this Advent season also goes by the name Emmanuel - God with us. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

ADORATION OF THE MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT IN THE CHAPEL ALL DAY THURSDAY
INTENTIONS:  VOCATIONS  +  THE SANCTITY OF LIFE  +  ALL WHO ARE SICK
WE NEED MORE ADORERS FOR THURSDAY
If you can give one hour to Jesus - please call Shirley Levac - 548-3091.

STATUE OF MARY
The week of December 19th prayers will be offered in the Poupore Family home.
               The week of December 26th prayers will be offered in the home of Madeline Halladay.
               The week of Jan 2nd prayers will be offered in the Mullholland Family home.
NOTE:   Please leave the statue in the entrance after the Mass you attend for the next family to take home.

Please sign up to have the Statue and Family Prayers in your home.

THERE IS A PROMISE OF MARRIAGE BETWEEN:   Steven  White  &  Jacqueline Stanton

OUR PARISH WELLNESS MINISTRY includes monthly Masses at the Nursing Homes & taking Holy Communion to our homebound parishioners.  For a Pastoral visit, call the  parish office - 546-0418.

ATTENTION !  ATTENTION ! PARENTS OF TEENAGERS   In January our Parish will have a special program called  “TEENSTAR” .  Parent info meeting Sunday, JAN 9th 7 pm in St Joseph’s Room.

THE NEXT YOUTH GROUP MEETING Sat JAN 29th 7-9 pm Appreciation Night- St Joseph’s Room.

LAST WEEK THE SUPREME COURT issued a decision in reference to marriage.  This week the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops published a statement: “The Catholic Church will continue to celebrate the Sacrament of Marriage as the union of a man and a woman......affirming that marriage is a loving, life-giving partnership between a man and a woman.  Its purpose is the good of the couple and the procreation and education of children - and thus necessary for the survival of society.  As the committed and stable relationship of a man and a woman, marriage is basic to the stability of society and family life.  In so far as it is a social institution, marriage is concerned with the common good, not individual rights......As pastoral leaders of the Catholic community in Canada, we intend to be part of the debate (regarding future legislation), We encourage all Canadians to participate in the forthcoming debate in any way that they can and to made their views known to their representatives in the House of commons and Senate.

REMEMBER OUR PARISH SUPPORTS “PARTNERS IN MISSION” (FOOD BANK) - each week because the need is so great for many families.  Bring a non-perishable item to Mass next week for the Food Bank.  Volunteers deliver our Parish food donations weekly.

AS A FOLLOW-UP TO ALPHA there will be a series starting Tuesday JAN 11th, based on “Purpose Driven Life”.  For six consecutive Tuesday evenings there will be a topic, a video and a discussion.  Each session will begin at 7:30 pm in St. Joseph’s Room.  Sign-up in the entrance.

BIBLE STUDY: THE GOSPEL OF MATTHEW resumes on Tuesday FEB 15th 7:30 pm.  Chapter 16.

C.W.L. ANNUAL DUES - $15. will be collected in December.  Envelopes are available.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO DECORATE THE CHURCH FOR CHRISTMAS on Thursday DEC 23rd after the 9:30 am Mass.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO CLEAN THE ALTAR VESSELS & CANDLE STICKS.  Please call the office-546-0418 - polish & cloths supplied.

POINSETTIAS FOR THE CHRISTMAS ALTAR - if you would like to donate a red or white plant - please bring it to the Church the weekend of Dec 18/19 or Dec 23rd.  Thank you for your generosity.
 

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL.  YOU ARE WONDERFUL PARISHIONERS & you make this a great & very lively parish.  “Thank you” for your many cards, presents & prayers.  Have a great Holiday!

                                     Father Shea.

HOLY INNOCENTS CANDLELIGHT VIGIL - TUESDAY DECEMBER 28th 7 pm in front of KGH.  We remember the babies who were killed by Herod seeking the Christ Child.  We gather to pray for our own innocents  - victims of abortion at KGH.  Bring your own candle in a glass jar.

2005 OFFERTORY ENVELOPES are available.  The use of envelopes enables the Parish to issue Income Tax receipts.  If you do not have envelopes now, please call the office to request yours.

CHRISTMAS DAY MASS - ON VISION TV - ST MICHAEL’S CATHEDRAL CHRISTMAS EVE MASS     DEC 25th at 8 am.

VOCATION VIEW:   Christmas comes but once a year.  But you can be Christ to
others the remaining 364 days.  In fact, He is counting on you.

PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS

O God, who has chosen the Apostles to propagate the faith & to establish Your Holy Church throughout the world, we earnestly beseech You to choose from amongst our people many priests, deacons, religious brothers & sisters and lay persons who will gladly devote their entire lives in making YOU known & loved by all.   Through the intercession of Our Blessed Lady, we ask this through Christ our Lord.   Amen.