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St. Basil’s Parish
Ottawa, Ontario
“Jesus was transfigured before them…
Moses and Elijah appeared to them, conversing with him. ”
SCRIPTURES for February 17, 2008
First Reading: Genesis 12: 1-4
Upon Abraham’s unquestioning act of faith rests the existence and
destiny of the chosen people.
Second Reading: 2 Timothy 1: 8b-10
Through no merit of our own, Jesus has made immortality and life
through the gospel possible for us.
Gospel: Matthew 17: 1-9
The transfiguration shows Jesus to be the new Moses and the perfect
and definitive teacher of the law.
PART-TIME MAINTENANCE PERSON
St. John the Apostle Parish is looking to fill an immediate vacancy for a
Part-Time Maintenance Person. They are looking for a self-motivated
individual who is capable of overseeing and ensuring the maintenance of
all the church property. Preferred hours are Monday, Wednesday and
Friday 9am to 12:00 noon.
Responsibilities will include:
· Overseeing bids and contracts related to the property
· Doing general repairs and obtaining quotes when required
· Co-ordinating with cleaners and all contractors to ensure safety,
security and smooth running of Church, Hall, Lounge, Washrooms,
Kitchens, Storage Areas and Grounds.
Please contact St. John the Apostle’s office at 613-829-1760
BOOKS NEEDED
A recent donation of books was given to the Ethiopian Orthodox Church
to start a library. If you have any books of a Christian or religious nature,
please call Semaneh Jemere at (613) 796-6196 or the church at (613)
722-6702 on Sunday mornings.
This Week
Monday, February 18 (Office Closed on Family Day)
9:00 a.m. Mass for Fr. John Ruth, C.S.B.
9:30 a.m. Slim & Trim
8:00 p.m. AA Meeting – Westboro Step
Tuesday, February 19
9:00 a.m. Mass for Joan Lalonde’s recovery req. by St. Basil’s
CWL
6:30 p.m. Guides
7:30 p.m. Pastoral Council Meeting
Wednesday, February 20
9:00 a.m. Mass for Claire Colamaria on her month’s mind
anniversary req. by Anna Janigan
9:30 a.m. Slim & Trim
1:15 p.m. Retirees’ Social
6:15 p.m. Beavers
7:00 p.m. Scouts
7:30 p.m. Choir Practice
Thursday, February 21
9:00 a.m. Mass for Monique Serré req. by Denise Trottier and
Elaine & Frank Redmond
9:30 a.m. Legion of Mary
7:30 p.m. Liturgy Meeting
Friday, February 22
9:00 a.m. Mass for Ken Dewar req. by the family; AND… First
Anniversary Mass for Claire Warren req. by her
husband Basil.
9:30 a.m. Slim & Trim
7:30 p.m. A.A. Meeting – By the Book
Saturday, February 23
5:00 p.m. Mass for Mr. & Mrs. Getulio Baldelli req. by Ivana
Baldelli
Sunday, February 24 (Third Sunday of Lent)
9:00 a.m. Mass for the People of the Parish
11:00 a.m. First Anniversary Mass for Claire Warren req. by the
family; AND…
Mass of thanksgiving for all the blessings received.
LENT – EASTER 2008 SCHEDULE CORRECTIONS
Holy Thursday, March 20th, Night Prayer is at 10:00 p.m. (not 10:30).
Easter Vigil, March 22nd, the Vigil is at 8:00 p.m. (not 9:00).
Please mark your schedule/calendar accordingly. Thank you.
EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS
The Knights of Columbus from Annunciation of the Lord Parish are organizing a
bus trip to Quebec City for the Eucharistic Congress - June 20-22, 2008, 3 days
and 2 nights. Deluxe Coach – 50 passengers, 2 nights accommodation in
Quebec City, 2 continental breakfasts, guided tour in Quebec City, visit to the
Basilique Sainte Anne de Beaupré. Price based per person per room includes
taxes: single $349; double $239; triple $199; quad $189; child $129 with
maximum age of 12 years old and sharing with 2 adults per room. Please call
Carmen Watters 613-749-8688 for reservations and information. A deposit or
$50 is required immediately. Cheques are to be made payable to the Knights of
Columbus 8008. Deposits can be mailed to the attention of Bill Watters,
#45 - 837 Eastvale Dr., Ottawa, ON K1J 7T5.
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From Fr. Anthony’s Desk
Back by popular demand: Fun and Games Night on Saturday March
1st @ 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Come and enjoy your favourite board
or card game, ping pong, air hockey, and pizza. All ages welcome. No
charge except for pizza.
Archbishop Prendergast is offering weekly reflections on the Sunday
scriptures during Lent. The reflections are suitable for both individual
and group reflections. Access it all at www.catholicottawa.ca.
The Episcopal Council has decided that a petition be available in all the
parishes this weekend regarding Bill C-484 Unborn Victims of Crime.
Petition forms can be signed at the table set up in front of the baptistery
after each Mass.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day 2008
The Knights of Columbus will be hosting their annual St. Patrick’s
Roast Beef Dinner / Dance on Saturday, March 15th in our Parish
Hall starting at 6:00 pm. This family event, which sold out last
year, is the social highlight of our calendar year. Come and celebrate
the Irish spirit. Tickets $20.00 per person and are available after all
Masses.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The PARENT STOP program, an initiative of Pinecrest-Queensway
Health Community Services and the Ottawa West End Community
Chaplaincy in the Foster Farm Community, is looking for volunteers to
act in a mentoring role with parents who use this program. Volunteers
need some parenting experience and willingness to go through an
orientation process. Volunteer time would be about one half-day per
week. For more information call the OWECC office at 613 726-1418.
NEW MUSIC BOOKS
A HUGE thank-you to the Knights of Columbus for funding the new
music resource Music Issue which you have seen in the pews. While
this resource does contain some songs which are already in our
hymnbook, it has a great many new contemporary settings of both
psalms and hymns which I'm sure we will enjoy learning and singing.
These are large print versions so they are easy to read and see. When a
hymn or song is from this resource the initials MI will be on the hymn
board. Thank-you again Knights for contributing to the liturgical life of St.
Basil's.
Heather Reid
CATECHESIS ON THE EUCHARIST
To prepare spiritually for the International Eucharist Congress (to be held
in Quebec City, June 2008) a series of catechetical evenings are being
offered for all who are interested. They take place 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
(Note: * indicates Mass 7:00 p.m.; catechesis 7:30 p.m.) as follows:
Catechesis 5 – The Eucharist: The Life of Christ in our lives, Wed.,
Feb. 20 at St John the Apostle
Catechesis 6 – Eucharist and the Mission, Wed., March 12 at Good
Shepherd
Catechesis 7 – Witnesses to the Eucharist in the World, Wed., April
16 at St Anthony’s
Catechesis 8 – Invitation to the wedding at Cana, Tues., May 6 at St
Isidore’s
ST. PIUS X CELEBRATING 50TH ANNIVERSARY MAY 23-25
To highlight spiritual heritage and legacy, a list is being compiled of
students who have continued on and become sisters, brothers, deacons,
and priests. Please forward this info to:
(Joan.Moormann@ottawacatholicschools.ca).
Details on the anniversary: (http://www.stpius50th.ca/).
MISSIONS AND SOCIAL JUSTICE
With the blessing of Fr. Wong and the Pastoral Council, the Missions and
Social Justice Committee is beginning a venture to link St. Basil’s with
the parish of St. Mary’s, Matero (near Lusaka), Zambia. As a result of
our “Aids in Africa” information evening last fall and the recommendation
of Fr. Michael Czerny s.j. (brother of Bob Czerny of our parish), we will
be assisting financially the Home Based Care Project of this large Jesuit
parish. This project seeks to assist those living with HIV/AIDS, as well as
widows, youth, orphans and vulnerable children.
As time goes on, we will be informing you more about this project and
hope to get more people involved.
PASTORAL CARE
The Ottawa Pastoral Care Training Program is offering a “Basic Course”
for anyone who is involved in, or who may be interested in becoming
involved in Pastoral Care. The course, which will be held at Emmanuel
United Church, 691 Smyth Road, consists of 2 ½ hours of training one
afternoon or evening a week for ten weeks beginning Monday, March
3rd, 2008. If you require additional information, or wish to attend, contact
Marie West at 613-729-5073 or the parish office. Registration deadline
is Wednesday, February 27th, 2008.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Ottawa West End Community Chaplaincy
On Sunday, February 24th, 2008 the Ottawa West End Community
Chaplaincy will be holding their Annual General Meeting at St. Stephen's
Anglican Church, 930 Watson St. beginning at 4 p.m. with a meeting.
The meeting will be followed a Pancake Supper at 5:30 p.m. and a
presentation by guest speaker Bill Janzen of the Mennonite Central
Committee, Ottawa office. Church representatives and anyone else who
is interested is invited to attend and celebrate the life of the Chaplaincy
with us.
A SESSION OF REFLECTION AND DIALOGUE
ON END-OF-LIFE ISSUES
For Catholic Health Care Workers, Nurses, Physicians &
Chaplains. Sat., Mar. 1, 9:00 a.m. – noon. Speakers: Dr.
Moira McQueen “What is a Catholic Perspective on End of
Life Issues?” and Dr. Bill Splinter “Some Case Scenarios
that Raise the Essential Questions”. Registration by Fri.,
Feb. 22: (613-738-5025, EXT. 217); (abrown@ecclesiaottawa.org). Donation of $10 appreciated.