July 3, 2011

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Christ leaves us in no doubt that humility is vital in our search for God. Humility enables us to let go of self and make space for God in whom we find our strength.

There will only be one bulletin for the month of July and one for the month of August. Check the bulletin board for weekly Mass Times.

Office Hours: The Office will be closed on Monday July 5th and Fridays during the months of July and August.

Outdoor Mass at 10:30 followed by a BBQ lunch:
on Sunday, July 10th.
Mass will be on the lawn at the rectory.
BYOC-Bring your own chair!
This is an opportunity to say farewell to Fr. Gillis.

Prayer Network: We are refreshing our prayer list on July 5th. If there are names you would like to keep on the prayer list please call Christine in the parish office before this date. Thank you!

New Summer Mass Times: On a Trial basis, beginning on July 3rd Sunday Masses will be at 9am and 10:30am. Starting July 17th there will also be a Polish Mass at 12:00 noon. Beginning, July1 all Masses will be at the church for the summer.

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.

Attention:
We need advertisers for our new bulletin.
The format will be the same as the existing bulletin. If you are interested in advertising or you know someone who is call Christine at the parish office.

Thank You to everyone who supports the Knights of Columbus Gift Card Program. As of June 2011 profits have already matched the entire 2010 effort. Your support is really making a difference. Council 11886 has committed to using 50% of the profit each year to support charitable deeds. The balance is used to purchase more cards to keep the program alive. $490 has been donated to the church for the stained glass window project. click here

Thank You to everyone who continues to donate to the Stained Glass Window Project. We have raised $32,367.90 to date!

New Translation of the Mass: Please see the bulletin board for information on workshops for both Musicians and parishioners.

New Life Support Group: a Catholic Ministry for the Separated and Divorced meet on Tuesday, July 5th from 7:30 to 9:30 pm at Diocesan Centre on Palace Rd. Topic: Relating to Difficult People. All denominations are welcome!

Philippine Madrigal Singers – This world renowned ensemble and recipient of the 2009 UNESCO Artists for Peace are coming to Belleville July 15th. They will be holding a fundraising concert at Centennial Secondary School beginning at 7 pm with proceeds benefitting the new Parish Centre of St. Michael’s Church. General Admission: $25; Orchestra/Balcony: $35. For more information/tickets call Jane Robinson at 613-968-2590 or 613-849-8580

JOURNEY TO THE FATHER – Weekend youth conference July 15-17. We are looking for interested high school age youth to attend this amazing annual youth conference in St. Raphael’s ON. To learn and see more about this great experience check their website www.journeytothefather.ca. To register call Anne Heemskerk 613-548-4461.

Chicken Barbecue/Raffle: at Annunciation of Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in Enterprise on July 9th in the parish hall. Serving from 4 – 7 pm – raffle draw will be held at 7 pm. $12 adults / $6 for students, children free. All are welcome –rain or shine!

73rd Annual Pilgrimage to St. Ann’s Shrine, Cormac, ON
July 31. Departing St. Mary’s Cathedral at 7:30 am. Cost - $50 / person. For more Info call Fr. Ryan 613-546-5521.

Women’s Fall Retreat: Friday, Sept. 16th to Sunday, Sept. 18th at Glen House Resort, Gananoque. Presenter is Dolores Hall who is an experienced and entertaining facilitator. Theme is “I am with you.” Isaiah 41:10. This Catholic Retreat will be a combination of inspiration and relaxation. To obtain a coloured brochure with a registration form, call Margie Ann at 613-548-4461. www.womensfallretreat.com. Register early as space is limited.

Joke
While driving in Pennsylvania, a family caught up to an Amish carriage.
The owner of the carriage obviously had a sense of humor, because attached to the back of the carriage was a hand printed sign...
"Energy efficient vehicle: Runs on oats and grass.
Caution: Do not step in exhaust."

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