May 8, 2011

3rd Sunday of Easter
The troubles and worries of life can so crowd our minds that we lose our sense of direction and are brought to the point of despair.
All the time we forget that Jesus is walking with us,
at our side ready and anxious to help us if only we would turn to him for guidance.

Catholic Women’s League: Canadian Food for Children collection of clothing, shoes, small household items, toiletries, fabric, needles, thread, scissors, school supplies etc can be left at Monsignor Raby House. On May 18th these items will be taken to Dr. Simone’s warehouse. Thank you for your generosity.

Holy Name of Jesus Spring Fair:
Saturday May 28th from 10 am to 4 pm. Sponsored by
our Knights of Columbus and Catholic Women’s League,

there will be many events, including a Silent Auction, BBQ, Bake Sale, Plant Sale, Live Music, Classic Cars, Kids Entertainment etc. If you are available to help with clean up afterwards or if you would like to donate an item to the Silent Auction please call Christine at the Parish Office.

Thank You: Our Good Friday collection raised $1759.00 for the Holy Land.Easter collection - $3,275

Regular Collections and Expenses for April 2011
Yearly expenses averaged over 12 months…..........$ 3,348.28
Regular April Expenses and wages….............…        8,106.83
                                                                               11,455.07
Regular Collections for April     .........................    $ 11755.00
                            Surplus for April     ..............      $    299.93

Knights of Columbus general meeting is Wednesday May 11 at 7pm in St. Joseph’s Room.

50 Years in the Priesthood!
On May 28th Monsignor Patrick Carty will have completed fifty years in the priesthood and of service to the Archdiocese of Kingston. To mark this milestone, Monsignor’s family are having a reception in his honour on Sunday, May 29th in the McKinley Room, Providence Manor, Kingston from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. Monsignor and his family would be pleased to have you join them to celebrate this “golden” occasion.

National March for Life in Ottawa: A bus will leave Kingston for the National March for Life on Thursday, May 12 from St. Joseph’s Church parking lot on Palace Rd. at 7:30 am to arrive in time for the Masses and prayer services. Cost is $25 per person. For more info or to reserve a seat call 613-389-4472 or 613-382-1084.

Thank you to those who have re- registered –
I know there are more of you out there!

To help us obtain a more accurate account of our parishioners we are asking that all families fill out a new registration form (including those who have been registered here for some time). When you have the form filled out please drop it in the collection basket.

All are invited to the Ordination to the Priesthood of Jan Kusyk, next weekend. This happy event in the life of the Archdiocese will take place on Saturday, May 14 at 10:30 am at St. Mary’s Cathedral.

Coins For Life: On May 21/22 containers will be available for you to take home after all Masses. Please fill the containers with coins and return on the weekend of September 17/18. Your spare change will help to fuel our efforts on behalf of Life. Please take a container if you would like to participate. Sponsored by Campaign Life Coalition-349-4472 or 382-1084.

Yard & Plant Sale: May 21st 8am to 2 pm
St. John’s Presbyterian Church, 2360 Middle Rd.
Donations accepted Friday May 20, 2-7 pm

Table Rentals available @ $20 each. To reserve a table call 613-542-0879. St. John’s will be donating left over plants to Holy Name’s Plant Sale on May 28.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Secular Order Day of Reflection Saturday, May 14th at St. Joseph’s Parish Hall from 8 am to 3 pm. Registration is at 8:30 am with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass being celebrated at 11 am. Reverend Father Domonic Borg o.c.d., will be speaking on the life and writings of St. Theresa Avila. There will be a $3 cover charge and good will offering for Fr. Borg. Bring your own lunch, coffee and tea will be provided. For info call Leona 613-384-1411.

New Life Group: A Catholic Ministry for the Separated and Divorced will meet on Tuesday May 10th from 7:30 to 9:30 pm at the Diocesan Centre on Palace Rd. Topic: Anger & Reconciliation: What Do I Do About It?
Presenter: John Fournier.

Bereaved Families of Ontario: Mothers’ Night – an evening for mothers to share the loss of a child with other mothers in confidence - Tuesday, May 10th at 6:30 pm – 721 Progress Ave Unit #1.

Canvassers needed for Hotel Dieu Hospital Food Blitz, 6-9 pm Wednesday, May 18th. For details call 613-544-3400 ext. 3072

Knights of Columbus Gift Card Program: Remember you can purchase cash cards at the parish office. Cheques are to be made payable to the Knights of Columbus Council #11886.

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Monday	May 9	9:00 am	Ernie Levac
Tuesday	May 10	9:00 am	Ken Furrie
Wednesday	May 11	9:00 am	Draper, Medley & Doran Families – at St. Martha School
Friday	May 13	10:30 am	Mary Lynch – Fairfield Nsg Home
Saturday	May 14	5:00 pm	Ron Mayfield
Sunday	May 15	9:00 am 11:00 am	James & Agnes Kelly Parishioners (St. Martha School)

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