Lectors 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Oct. 16, 2011  5 pm – Sheilagh Cybulski  9 am – Barbara Fleet    10:30 am – Tricia Ryan

Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Oct.16, 2011 5 pm – Roseanne Hogan & Marguerite Laudanski 9 am – Cecile Gould & Jean Richards 10:30 am –Pat Stenson & Cathy Vanhorn

Statue of Mary
Please leave in entrance after the Mass you attend. Sign up in entryway of Church

Location of 10:30 Mass
The Parish Council has decided that the 10:30 Mass will remain in the church.  If our numbers increase causing overcrowding we will again consider moving a Mass to St. Martha School.

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.

Volunteers Needed!
- If you would be interested in leading a parish youth group please call Christine at the office or see Father Wes.
-We need new choir members for our 10:30 Mass. If you would like to join please call Christine at the parish office.

Catholic Women’s League: will be collecting items for Canadian Food for Children (Dr. Simone). They are accepting men’s and women’s clothing and particularly children’s clothing and shoes. They will also accept blankets, towels and school supplies (books, pens, erasers). All items should be clean, in good condition and in clear plastic bags.  Bob and Karla will deliver items early on October 31st so please get them in by Oct. 30th.

Knights of Columbus Essay Contest: Reminder that the deadline is November 4th. This contest is open to all parish youth grades 8,9,10,11 and 12 during the school year. The theme of the 500-750 word essay is “The responsibility of the Catholic Citizen in a Free Society”. Details at www.11886knights.com click on youth.

Knights Council 11886 is celebrating its 15th Anniversary with a Mass and banquet on November 5th. All parishioners are welcome to celebrate with us. Banquet details are available at www.11886knights.com click on news, or call  Steve Coombs 613-542-2303.

Regiopolis-Notre Dame Catholic High School
Is performing the musical “Hairspray” this year from December 14 – 18th. If you have any clothing items from the ‘60’s era, we want them! If you have dresses, suits, shoes, crinolines etc. and would like to donate them, please drop them off at the school or call Cathy at 613-545-1902 ext.2528.

Bereaved Families of Ontario – Mother’s Night : An evening for mothers to share the loss of a child of any age, with other  mothers in confidence – Tuesday, October 11 at 721 Progress Ave, Unit #1 at 6:30 pm

Celebration to mark Re-Opening of St. Michael Catholic School
On Wednesday, October 12, the festivities will begin with a school Mass at 4 pm at St. Michael the Archangel Parish, followed by the Official Opening Ceremony at 5:15 pm in the school gymnasium. An open house will be held at 5:45 pm. All are welcome!

Hotel Dieu Hospital Annual Coat Drive will begin accepting winter coats the week of October 10, 2011. We are looking for gently used winter coats and our greatest need is for men’s all weather coats. Your kind donations can be dropped off at the old entrance at 123 Sydenham St. Please contact the Pastoral Care Dept. At 544-3400 ext. 2231 for more info.

Sewing in Honour of Our Lady of Lourdes: Are you interested in upgrading your sewing skills to create home decor? If there is enough interest, professional seamstress Maria Lima, will conduct sewing classes in October and November. All proceeds will be given to Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Fundraising Campaign.
Please call Maria for more info 613-389-7214.

An Introduction to Prison Ministry:
Catholic Diocesan Centre, 390 Palace Rd. Kingston, Wednesday evenings, 7-9 pm, October 19 to November 30.
Cost: $25—This workshop series is designed for individuals who may have interest in doing some type of Prison Ministry but would like to know what is involved and how to go about it. Over the course of seven weekly, 2 hour sessions participants will be introduced to key aspects, skills and themes surrounding this ministry. For more info and registration forms contact: Margie Ann or Gorett at 613-548-4461 or email ore@romancatholic.kingston.on.ca. Registrations are due by Thursday, Oct. 13th.

Project Rachel: Are you longing for the strength of the One who brings you peace and healing? We can help. Call 416-629-8264. A weekend retreat for women whose hearts have been broken by abortion: October 28-30. Private and Confidential.

You are invited to join with the Hotel Dieu Hospital Community and Archbishop O’Brien on Thursday, October 27th at 11:30 am in the Hotel Dieu Hospital Chapel (123 Sydenham entrance). At this Mass we are honouring the 165th Anniversary of the arrival of Religious Hospitallers of Saint Joseph Sisters in Kingston and the founding of Hotel Dieu Hospital. Following the Mass there will be light refreshments. For more info and confirmation of your attendance, please call 613-544-3400 ext. 2231.

Welcome to the Development and Peace Annual Campaign Workshop: Together, we hold the future in our hands. This fall’s annual D&P workshop will be held at Holy Cross Secondary School –on Saturday, October 29th. Beginning with coffee and muffins at 9 am the workshop includes lunch and ends at 3 pm. For info or registration call Jan Sosiak 613-968-9659 or sosiak@sympatico.ca

All you can eat Fish Fry – Jamaica Mission Trip fundraiser for Holy Cross and Regiopolis-Notre Dame High Schools. Oct. 28 3:30 pm to 7 pm at Holy Cross Secondary School. $15 – Fish & Chips & salads by Mike Mundell. Desserts provided by students staff and parents.