Our
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the Assumption
St John
Roman Catholic Parish
Mission ~ St. John the Evangelist, Keene, Ontario
1830 Keene Rd., Otonabee, ON, K9J 6X7
Phone: (705) 741-1018
email: assumptaest@sympatico.ca
web: www.assumption-stjohns.ca
Pastor: Monsignor Michael Heffernan C.H.H.
Weekend Holy Mass Schedule:
OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION
Saturday
Sunday
5:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m.
ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST
Keene, Ontario
Sunday
10:30 a.m.
24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
September 13, 2015
Parish Office: Phone: (705) 741-1018
Weekday Holy Mass Schedule:
OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday 8:00 a.m.
Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
(Fourth and (Fifth) Tuesdays of the Month at 8:00 a.m.)
Friday
.
7:00 p.m.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
with Benediction:
Every Friday from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Followed by Holy Mass at 7:00 p.m.
NEW PARISHIONERS—
Have you registered in our Parish?
“Parish Census” Forms can be found
at the back of the Churches. Please introduce
yourselves to Fr. Michael and welcome!!
Secretary: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and
Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Catholic Women’s League:
► President:
Joanne Bolton
(705)743-6562
Knights of Columbus:
► Grand Knight: Peter Clancy
(705)748-3075
Marriage: Registered Parishioners must
contact the Parish Office six months before
the proposed Wedding date. No date for a
Wedding can be set before a couple has
met with the Priest.
Baptism: Registered Parishioners must
contact the Parish Office one month before
the desired Baptism date.
Reconciliation:
Saturday: 7:30 – 8:00 a.m. & 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
You may also ask Father at ANYTIME
MOVING? ~~ Please let the office know of
your move from this parish. Also address
change is necessary for sending out the year’s
tax receipts. Call 705-741-1018.
24th Sunday in ordinary time
Mass Intentions
September 14– 20
MONDAY, September 14
8:00 a.m. ~ Francis Walsh
(Parishioner)
Exaltation of the
Holy Cross
TUESDAY, September 15
6:30 p.m. ~ Mark & Jillien Ironside
(Cristy, Michael & Angela Doris)
Our Lady of Sorrows
WEDNESDAY, September 16
8:00 a.m. + Souls in Purgatory
(Ironside Family)
Saint Cornelius and Saint Cyprian
September 13
EXALTATION OF THE HOLY CROSS
The liturgy of the Cross is a triumphant liturgy. When
Moses lifted up the bronze serpent over the people, it
was a foreshadowing of the salvation through Jesus
when He was lifted up on the Cross. Our Mother Church
sings of the triumph of the Cross, the instrument of our
redemption. To follow Christ we must take up His cross,
follow Him and become obedient until death, even if it
means death on the cross. We identify with Christ on the
Cross and become co-redeemers, sharing in His cross.
We made the Sign of the Cross before prayer which
helps to fix our minds and hearts to God. After prayer we
make the Sign of the Cross to keep close to God. During
trials and temptations our strength and protection is the
Sign of the Cross. At Baptism we are sealed with the
Sign of the Cross, signifying the fullness of redemption
and that we belong to Christ. Let us look to the cross
frequently, and realize that when we make the Sign of
the Cross we give our entire self to God — mind, soul,
heart, body, will, thoughts – everything we are and will
become.
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O cross, you are the glorious sign of victory.
Through your power may we share in the
triumph of Christ Jesus.
THURSDAY, September 17
8:00 a.m. ~ Special Intention
Saint Robert Bellarmine
FRIDAY, September 18
9:00 a.m. Mass at St. Patrick School
~ Staff & Students of the school
7.00 p.m. ~ Loretto Lane
(Marrocco Family)
6:00 p.m. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
"Jesus waits for us in this Sacrament of Love."
SATURDAY, September 19
8:00 a.m. ~ Sr. Krolowa
(Mary Marrocco)
Saint Januarius
Family Ministries Event: Pot Luck & Pope
Francis Party
When: Sunday September 27 @ 1:00 pm: Bring a Family Favourite dish to share Where: St. Alphonsus Liguori‐1066 Western Ave. What: Celebrating the World Meeting of Families, Year of the Family and LIVE stream of Papal Mass from Philadelphia. Children & Youth Games, Petting Zoo, Adoration & MORE Judged Events: Fruit Pie, Preserves, Jam, Cupcake Challenge,Bible‐themed LEGO, Knitted Baby Articles (to be donated)See www.peterboroughdiocese.org/family for details & judged rules. Donations accepted for St. Vincent de Paul. Rain or Shine‐ Email: 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time, September 20
familyministries@peterboroughdiocese.org 5:00 p.m. + Angus Pecoskie
(Ed & Rose Rabishaw & Family)
9:00a.m. ~ Aunt Dolly Kylie
(J.A. O’Brien Family)
10:30 a.m. ~ Pro Populo
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
LAY MINISTRY
Eucharistic
Saturday 5:00 p.m.
Rose Rabishaw
Sunday 9:00 a.m.
Bob O’Brien
10:30 a.m.
Bud Monahan
Offertory
September 6: Env. $1326.00+ Loose $150.95 = $1476.95
St. Vincent de Paul $319.05 VEYO $115.00 Fuel $116.00
Thank you for your generosity
Our Lady Queen of Peace
Community Rosary
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Mon. September 14 - Rosary: 6:30pm.
Lector
Roddy Turpin
Mary Pat Goodridge
Julia Davis
September 20, 2015
Gift Bearers
Paul & Catherine Kelly
Lorne & Wava Brown
Sue & Tom Livings
DIOCESAN PRAYER CORNER
Let us pray for the people and clergy of Our Lady
Queen of Peace in Bobcaygeon that as members of
the Holy Body of Christ, they may give an ever more
powerful witness to the salvation Christ came to
bring.
CWL News
James Doolittle is best known for his leading bombing raid on Tokyo during WW11. He was a boxing champ, pilot, aviation record setter, stunt pilot, scientist, and advisor to Presidents. His philosophy was “every person has been put on this earth to serve his fellow man.” Regardless whether it is building a bridge, painting a picture or whatever, we are leaving this earth a better place and in turn we are serving God. Give volunteering in our parish a thought. At the beginning of 2016, there will be a new executive in the CWL. At present there are 3 positions available. Consider spending a little time each month with much reward. Call Joanne 743‐6562 Help Needed for the Parish Dinner
Fall Décor for the Hall
Please drop off items (straw / hay bales, fall
leaves, corn stalks, etc.) by the hall entrance
anytime after Wed. Sept. 16.
Hall Set-Up – Dinner Tables and Chairs, etc.
Please come on Fri. Sept. 18th
after 6 p.m.
Pie Donations - can be dropped off:
inside Assumption Church anytime on
Fri. or Sat. prior to noon OR
at the Hall on Sat. after noon.
Help with Serving and Clean-Up
Many hands are needed & greatly appreciated.
Student hours can be arranged. If your name did
not make it on the list, it is NEVER TOO LATE. If
you wish to offer your help, call
Marg at 742-7065 or Colleen at 748-0951.
Many helpers are still needed. It is actually joyful
to work with your fellow parishioners!
Volunteer Screen Process
A number of years ago, our Parish implemented
a “Volunteer Screen Process” coordinated with
Peterborough Diocese and the Canadian Conference
of Bishops. This programme was to protect the
vulnerable: the sick, elderly and children. The
programme once more needs to be implemented. We
are looking for volunteers to help with this. Please
talk to Monsignor or Joanne at 743-6562.
Telecare Distress Centre of Peterborough
is looking for caring, empathetic listeners. Volunteer
training begins Wednesday October 14, 2015,
7pm at Trinity United Church, 360 Reid St. Training
aims to develop listening skills and increase
awareness of local social, emotional and
psychological needs and resources. This course is
open to potential volunteers and others interested in
empathetic listening. Cost is $50. Subsidies are
available. For detailed schedule information and to
register call 705-745-2273, email
info@telecarepeterborough.org or visit
www.telecarepeterborough.org.
Our Lady of the Assumption & St. John
the Evangelist Parish Dinner
Sat, Sept 19
Serving from 3:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Delicious Roast Beef, Succulent
Roast Pork
with all the trimmings
and delicious home-made pies.
Adults $16.00
Youth (6 – 14) $6.00 and
children under 6 - free
nd
Now in its 22 year, this fundraising effort has
become our parish’s much anticipated event –
not only to raise funds but to strengthen our
Church community. Come join us and share a
memorable event with family and friends.
Volunteers are needed to clean
Assumption Church
The request for volunteers to clean the church has not been
successful. For the past couple of years it has been done by
approx. nine families taking turns, a month at a time. For
anyone thinking of volunteering, the current volunteers will
show you the ropes and I can assure you that it is not a big
job, but one that is rewarding as you will get to spend some
quiet time with the Lord. The work consists of attending the
church once a week at your convenience and dry mop the
floors and vacuum the carpets. This would normally take an
hour or so of your time and if enough people volunteered,
you would only have to do it once a year or so. Please
consider volunteering and do your part to keep God’s house
clean. If you are interested please call the church at 741-1018.
Offertory Counters
We are in need of volunteers to count the Sunday
collections. Counting may be done on the Sunday
or Monday if that works better for you. Please
contact Fr. Michael.
50th Anniversary of Religious Life for Sr. Gaudentia
The Congregation of the Sisters of the Passion of Our Lord
Jesus Christ wish to extend an invitation to a special Mass
of Thanksgiving on the Occasion of the 50th Anniversary of
Religious Life for Sr. Gaudentia. The Mass will be
celebrated at 11:30 am on October 4th at Immaculate
Conception Parish - reception to follow in the Parish Hall.
St. Paul the Apostle in Lakefield has an immediate opening for a
part-time bookkeeper. This position is responsible for providing
accounts payable, receivable and payroll services. The ideal
candidate will have completed a college business administration
program majoring in accounting and/or payroll and/or 5 years
plus experience. Fax resume to (705) 652-3095 or e-mail no later
than September 21, 2015 to stpaultheapostle2@bell.net.ca
Job Posting for Financial Clerk
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Peterborough has an opening
for a full time Finance Clerk. This position is responsible for
providing administrative, clerical services and financial services
including payroll. The ideal candidate will have completed a
college business administration program majoring in accounting.
Interested candidates should fax their resume to 745-2555 or email finance.admin@peterboroughdiocese.org by September 10,
2015. A detailed job description may be viewed at
www.peterboroughdiocese.org
Development & Peace Corner (D&P)
This year's D&P fall campaign, "Create a Climate of Change",
is inspired by Pope Francis. In his encyclical, Laudato Si, he
sees climate change, growing global inequality and the
destruction of nature as the greatest threats facing the human
family. Please join us to discuss these concerns and some
possible plans for action on Sept. 19th, at Immaculate
Conception Hall. Registration at 9:00 a.m. - presentation and
discussion at 9:30.
Lunch provided. RSVP kstaunton@cogeco.ca or call 745-0034
“NEW CENACLE”
A faith filled movement being offered to
those who want to adore the “DIVINE
MERCY”. For more information on the
Cenacle, join us for an informative meeting
to learn more.
Date: Wed. Sept. 23rd Time: 2:30 – 3:30 pm
Venue: St. Alphonsus Liguori Church
For more information Call: Marnie Tapp 743 2080,
Catherine Offierski 876 7387, Kathy O’Dowd 755 0604
SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL FUNDRAISER
SSVP Fall Ball: October 24 at Parkway Place. Authentic
Italian Dinner, Dance, Silent Auction, Vinnies Fashion
Show, 50/50 draw - tickets $50.00 available at "Vinnies
Store" or 742-9835.
Immaculate Conception: Roast Beef Dinner
The dinner is at our Parish Hall on Saturday, October 17th.
Social hour - 5 pm, dinner - 6 pm. Bar will be open.
Roast Beef, salads, mashed potatoes, rolls, desserts,
tea & coffee will be served. For tickets call the rectory
@742-5466. Adults- $15per person, Under 12 - $8
EVERYONE is WELCOME!!!
Advance tickets only! 2015 Annual Finance Committee Meeting Dates
City, Central, Southern Deaneries, October 4, 2015
St. Anne’s Church, Peterborough, 3 to 5 p.m.
__________________________ The Diocese of Peterborough (Chancery
office) is looking for a part time volunteer
"Archivist" to
assess, collect, organize, preserve, maintain control
over, and provide access to records and archives
determined to have long-term value. The records
maintained by the Diocese may be any form of media
(photographs, video or source
recordings, letters, documents, electronic records,
etc.). Please contact Deb McRae, Financial Administrator via e‐mail: finance.admin@peterboroughdiocese.org Shades of Autumn Fashion Show
Tuesday, September 22 - 7:00 p.m. Bishop Doyle Hall
Presented by: St. Peter-In-Chains CWL
Fashions by: Northern Reflections
Jewellery by: Tribal Voices
Tickets: $15.00 -- includes Refreshments & Prizes.
Please contact: Audrey:
705.743.54.68 or Maria:
705.745-3823 for tickets or
information
Branches Catholic Ministries will be sponsoring a
fall conference on October 3 – 4, 2015 at Scotia Bank
Convention Centre in Niagara Falls. Regenerate(d)
2015 will feature dynamic talks by renowned Catholic
speakers including Vinny Flynn, Sharon Lee Giganti, Dr.
Taylor Marshall, Fr. Larry Richards and Elizabeth Scalia. The
conference will begin with an address by the Most Rev.
Gerard Bergie, Bishop of St. Catherine’s and this year’s main
celebrant and homilist.
Pope Francis has called for an Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy
with the holy year to begin on December 8, the Feast of the
Immaculate Conception.
The theme of this year’s conference is
Confession: The Sacrament of Divine Mercy.
We come to be healed. We come to be educated. We come to
be regenerated.
To register, please go to http://go2branches.com/regenerated2015/
September Devotion
September is traditionally dedicated to the Seven
Sorrows (or Dolours) of Mary, and the Feast of Our
Lady of Sorrows falls in September.
Readings for next week:
24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading: Isaiah 50: 5 – 9
2nd Reading: James 2: 14 – 18
Gospel: Mark 8: 27 – 35
Holy Father’s Intentions for September
Universal: That opportunities for education and
employment may increase for all young people.
Evangelization: That catechists may give
witness by living in a way consistent with the
faith they proclaim.
WeNeedALaw life TOUR
When: Monday, September 28 at 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Where: University of Toronto, Sidney Smith Building Rm.
2117, 100 St. George Street, Toronto.
Not sure where you stand on abortion? Or think you know
exactly where you stand? This event is a great opportunity
to learn where Canada stands on the abortion issue, why
abortion needs to be addressed by our elected officials, and
how we can work together to ensure pre-born human rights
are discussed during the 2015 federal election. You will
listen to stories from the front lines, detailing the cultural
shift taking place as Canadians become aware of what
abortion does to the smallest members of the human family.
You will also hear about three specific laws that would
advance pre-born human rights, and that have a good
possibility of being passed in the next 3-8 years. We invite
you to learn from our qualified speakers, who will share with
you what science says about the pre-born child and whether
or not Canadian law reflects this scientific understanding. If
you already know that you want to make a difference for
pre-born children in Canada, we invite you to join us as
well! Join us in Toronto to learn more about how YOU can
make a difference this election.
Immaculate Conception Parish “SHOP TIL’ YOU DROP” BUS TRIP TO: COOKSTOWN OUTLET MALL AND UPPER CANADA MALL DATE: OCT. 24TH COST: $50 PER PERSON FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO RESERVE A SEAT PLEASE CALL PEGGY MCGRATH @ 705‐743‐8975 Latin Tridentine Mass
Mass will be celebrated on the First and
Last Sundays of the month at 1:00 pm and
Every Saturday morning At Our Lady of
Mount Carmel, Hastings at 8:30 am.
All other Sundays of the month, Mass
will be celebrated at St. Mary of the
Visitation Church, Campbellford at 12:30
pm.
You are most welcome to attend
Annual day of public witness for
children killed by abortion
The Life Chain is held
simultaneously in more
than 200 locations across
Canada each year.
It occurs on the first
Sunday in October, and for
most locations, it runs from 2 pm - 3 pm.
Please mark your calendar -- the next Life Chain will be
on Sunday October 4, 2015 in most locations.
Life Chain is an easy way to get involved in pro-life. In
Peterborough, Life Chain is held at the corner of
Monahan Road and Lansdowne Street.
Then show up for one hour, stand on the side walk with
others who are not ashamed to be a public witness, and
pray for an end to abortion and for those affected by it.
Serviam Ministries Event – Fr. Gary Thomas and
Wilson Orihuela in Toronto
On October 31st, join Exorcist Fr. Gary Thomas (the priest who
the movie “The Rite” was based on), and a specialist in
Demonology and the Occult, Wilson Orihuela from Vericast.
You are invited to join us in what is going to be another
amazing day filled with prayer, faith and fellowship. On a day
that is traditionally known for demons and the occult we will
take back All Hallows Eve for Christ. You will learn about
angels, demons, the occult/ new age, how to protect yourselves
against the snares of the Devil with the spiritual arsenal at our
disposal and the saving power of God and His Mercy.
Featuring: Guest Speaker Fr. Gary Thomas and Wilson
Orihuela.
Location: Canada Christian College, 50 Gervais Drive,
Toronto (Don Mills & Eglinton)
Date: Saturday October 31, 2015
Schedule: 9:30AM – 4:00PM
Parking is FREE on site (first come first served). Lunch is
available at venue for $6.
Toronto https://www.serviamministries.com/events/angels/
Peterborough and District Italian Club: Come and
enjoy an exciting Soccer Game in Toronto on October 3, 2015.
Bus leaves from Burnham Mansion parking lot at 2:30 p.m. for
the 5:00 game. Price per ticket: $80. Contact John Mazziotti at
705-876-1282. Thank you for supporting our fundraising event.
Berenice Pepe President
PETERBOROUGH AND DISTRICT ITALIAN CLUB
is
once again offering its ever-popular wine tour. On October 4, the bus
departs at 9:00 A.M. from Burnham Mansion car pool lot @ Keene
Road. This WINE TOUR includes the following 1) Harwood Estate
Winery for wine tasting 2) Hillier Estate Winery Tour, wine tasting,
lunch 3) Traynor Family Winery for tasting, and all gratuities. All this
takes place in the newly developing wine area of Prince Edward
County. We’ll travel to the picturesque town of Colbourne for supper at
THE BIG APPLE (an amusement theme-park, bakery and market) or a
restaurant of your choice. Bus returns to Peterborough by 7:00 p,m. A
Great Deal!!! Same Price as last year!!! Price: $80 per member and $85
per non-member. Contact John Mazziotti at 705-876-1282 and Cathy
Ferreri at 705-927-0375 Journey to Israel and Jordan
Salt + Light invites you on a spiritual journey to the very
home of our Christian faith. Travel with Fr. Thomas
Rosica, C.S.B. on a trip of a lifetime to The Holy Land.
From February 25th – March 6th, 2016 follow in the
footsteps of Christ as you are invited to join us on a
journey to Israel and Jordan for 10 days of prayer,
reflection and sightseeing. Whether at the Sea of Galilee
or in the city of Jerusalem, memories made in the Holy
Land are sure to last a lifetime. It was in these lands that
the gospel was first spread and from where the Word of
God was proclaimed to the whole-world. Don't miss this
tremendous opportunity to grow in faith with Christ.
Price per person from Toronto, based on double
occupancy: $4295 plus air taxes.
Peterborough Communication Support Systems
A non-profit agency that provides support services to Deaf
/ non-verbal individuals living with intellectual disabilities.
They provide quality sewing, custom embroidery, printing
services and woodworking products. They are located at
192 B Hunter St. West. Phone: (705) 748 6680
MAKE A ‘ LIFE ' DIFFERENCE.
Prayer does have power. Join us this Saturday morning from
10:00 am to 11:00 am across from the Peterborough hospital.
Come singly or as part of a group. We need you to participate
in our sidewalk prayer vigil for the unborn.
Defend life and be part of this public witness against the
horror of abortion.
For information: Paul 741- 4000 or Tom 243-4133
JOIN US FOR THE TRIP OF A LIFETIME!
Travel: Germany - Belgium - France Oct. 6-16, 2015
Experience the memorable and sacred locals of Cologne,
Dusseldorf, Kevelaer, Aachen (Germany) - Banneux,
Brussels, Ghent, Bruges (Belgium) - Lisieux, Paris
(France). Guided sightseeing tours, superior hotels, 2
meals per day, private motorcoach. For more information
on this fascinating pilgrimage/tour contact Gideon Travel
at 1-866-949-3033 or tour coordinator: Mary Helen
Moes (705) 868-3092 or by email,
maryhelenmoes@gmail.com
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New sex-ed curriculum for schools to be implemented in
September, 2015 by the Provincial Government – Pastors
may download the PAFE (Parents as first educators)
petition and collect signatures. The petition can be found
athttp://origin.library.constantcontact.com/download/get/f
ile/1108825804627423/Petition+to+Demand+Consultatio
n+on+Ontario%27s+Sex+Ed+Curriculum.pdf
The new curriculum should be given proper public
consultation by all Ontarians. Please spread the word that
parents must be consulted properly about what the
government’s plans are for teaching sex-ed in school.
2015 Year of the Family, Diocese of Peterborough
We Want to Celebrate Sunday as a Family God wanted to be born and to grow up
in a human family. In this way He
consecrated the family as the first and
ordinary means of His encounter with
humanity. In His life spent at Nazareth,
Jesus honoured the Virgin Mary and St.
Joseph, remaining under their authority.
In this way He shed light on the primary value of the
family in the education of the person. In His parents He
came to know the full beauty of faith, of love for God and
for His law, as well as the demands of justice, which is
totally fulfilled in love.
The Holy Family of Nazareth is truly the “prototype”
of every Christian family which, united in the
sacrament of marriage and nourished by the Word
and the Eucharist, is called to carry out the wonderful
vocation and mission of being the living cell not only
of society but also of the Church, a sign and
instrument of unity for the entire human race.
From: Building the Domestic Church, Knights of Columbus
PRO-LIFE PETERBOROUGH VIGIL
Exposing the tragic human consequences and
misguided public funding of abortion.
Come out and walk with us for Life
Saturday mornings - 10:00 to 11:00 AM
Hospital Drive across from Civic Hospital
Contact: Tom at (705) 243-4133
Volunteers are needed to clean
Assumption Church
and the Parish Hall
Church Cleaners needed for
Sign the Cleaning Ministry Sheet on the table at the
back of the church. Cleaning is done once a week and
you may choose whatever time or day works for you.
If you can clean the Parish Hall or want more
information, please call the office (741-1018) to speak
to Fr. Michael for details
ThE OFFICIAL PRAYER for World Youth Day 2016
“God, merciful Father, in your Son, Jesus Christ, you have
revealed your love and poured it out upon us in the Holy
Spirit, the Comforter, We entrust to you today the destiny
of the world and of every man and woman”.1
We entrust to you in a special way
young people of every language, people and nation:
guide and protect them as they walk the complex paths of
the world today
and give them the grace to reap abundant fruits
from their experience of the Krakow World Youth Day.
Heavenly Father,
grant that we may bear witness to your mercy.
Teach us how to convey the faith to those in doubt,
hope to those who are discouraged,
love to those who feel indifferent,
forgiveness to those who have done wrong
and joy to those who are unhappy.
Allow the spark of merciful love
that you have enkindled within us
become a fire that can transform hearts
and renew the face of the earth.
Mary, Mother of Mercy, pray for us.
Saint John Paul II, pray for us.
31st WORLD YOUTH DAY 2016 in Krakow, Poland
The Official LOGO
The image is composed of a
geographical outline of Poland
in which there is a (yellow)
Cross, symbol of Christ who is
the soul of World Youth Day.
The yellow circle marks the
position of Krakow on the map of
Poland and is also a symbol of
youth. The (red and blue) flame
of Divine Mercy emerges from
the Cross, and its colours recall
the image “Jesus, I trust in you”. The colours used in the
logo - blue, red and yellow are (also) the official colours
of Krakow and its coat of arms.
salt and Light Television
Vatican II Inside the Council is a new series focusing on
the history of Vatican II, seeking to educate, enlighten and
entertain viewers with a joyful, inspiring, and faithful
perspective of our Catholic Church by examining the
events leading up to this milestone, and how it has shaped
the faith of people today. Wednesdays at 10:00pm ET
**The Francis Effect takes a critical and in-depth look at
how an ancient institution is rapidly changing under the
leadership and vision of Pope Francis, and exclusive
interviews with prominent Catholics and non-Catholics
reveal that Francis is having a profound effect on the
world as well.- http://saltandlighttv.org/thefranciseffect/
**The Church Alive series
Winner of the 2014 Gabriel Award, The Church Alive is
a fast-paced, segmented and interactive show hosted by
Salt + Light producers Cheridan Sanders and Sebastian
Gomes. The goal: to inspire people and get them talking
about the faith, to share stories of the New
Evangelization, and to highlight the broad and inclusive
nature of Catholicism and its rich tradition
**DVD copies available: 888-301-7181
Vatican Connections Season 3
Alicia Ambrosio returns for season 3 of Vatican
Connections from Rome and beyond.
Fridays at 7 pm EST.
Our Lady Queen of Peace Community
Rosary
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Mon. September 14 - Rosary: 6:30pm.
Everyone welcome.
Beautiful words to live by from
St. Pope John XXIII:
"Consult not your fears but your hopes and your
dreams. Think not about your frustrations, but about
your unfulfilled potential. Concern yourself not with
what you tried and failed in, but with what it is still
possible for you to do."
"Only for Today..." THE DAILY
DECALOGUE OF POPE JOHN XXIII
1) Only for today, I will seek to live the livelong day
positively without wishing to solve the problems of
my life all at once.
2) Only for today, I will take the greatest care of my
appearance: I will dress modestly; I will not raise my
voice; I will be courteous in my behaviour; I will not
criticize anyone; I will not claim to improve or to
discipline anyone except myself.
3) Only for today, I will be happy in the certainty
that I was created to be happy, not only in the other
world but also in this one.
4) Only for today, I will adapt to circumstances,
without requiring all circumstances to be adapted to
my own wishes.
5) Only for today, I will devote 10 minutes of my
time to some good reading, remembering that just as
food is necessary to the life of the body, so good
reading is necessary to the life of the soul.
6) Only for today, I will do one good deed and not
tell anyone about it.
7) Only for today, I will do at least one thing I do not
like doing; and if my feelings are hurt, I will make
sure that no one notices.
8) Only for today, I will make a plan for myself: I
may not follow it to the letter, but I will make it. And
I will be on guard against two evils: hastiness and
indecision.
9) Only for today, I will firmly believe, despite
appearances, that the good Providence of God cares
for me as no one else who exists in this world.
10) Only for today, I will have no fears.
In particular, I will not be afraid to enjoy what is
beautiful and to believe in goodness.
Indeed, for 12 hours I can certainly do what might
cause me consternation were I to believe I had to do it
all my life.
Chalice is a ministry of the Catholic Community, creating
and nurturing relationships of life and love. To find out
how Chalice Helps go to website http://www.ccare.ca/
On Salt and Light Television
Every Friday evening at 8pm ET,
Vatican Connections gives you a half-hour look
at what’s happening behind the walls of the
Vatican. saltandlighttv.org/vaticanconnections
VEYO Discernment Groups – Ever wonder if you could be
called to the priesthood or to religious life? Ever wish that
you could find out what God's plan for your life is? For more
details contact Fr. Craig at 705-749-0330 or
vocations@veyo.ca or Fr. John Purdue, Director of Vocations
at 705-745-4681.
Salt and Light TV - Reel Faith
Join critics David DiCerto and Steven Greydanus as they
review Hollywood and independent films from Catholic
perspectives on this exciting new season of Reel Faith!
Tuesdays at 8:00 pm ET - Archbishop Richard Smith
speaks on the call of all people to engage in the work of
the New Evangelization.
rdifelice@saltandlighttv.org
Phone: 1.888.302.7181 ext. 258
Food Cupboard at Keene United Church
Thurs. August 13: 12 -2 p.m., & 4 – 6 p.m.
Donations of goods can be dropped off at Three
Roads Farm and other Keene locations.
osmfoodcupboard@nexicom.net or 295-6952
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
At St Alphonsus Oratory 7am-Midnight and NoonMidnight (Sunday) "Come to me all you who labour
and are burdened and I will give you rest." (Mt.
11:28) INFO: Bernadette 705-742-3055
Church Cleaning Ministry
Please find the church cleaning sheet on the glass
religious article case at the back of the church. Once
per week, for one month at a time, we need cleaners to
vacuum, dust mop and do general dusting/ wiping at
Assumption.
MAKE A ‘ LIFE ' DIFFERENCE.
Prayer does have power. Join us Saturday mornings from
10:00 am to 11:00 am at the Peterborough hospital. Come
singly or as part of a group (C.W.L., K of C, church or
school). We need you to participate in our sidewalk prayer
vigil for the unborn. Over 350 abortions occur at our
hospital each year and 50,000 in Ontario. Please consider
helping to end this holocaust.
For information: Tom -705 243 4133 or Paul -705 741 4000
Places of communion and cenacles of prayer,
Authentic schools of the Gospel,
And little domestic Churches.
Holy Family of Nazareth
May our families never more experience
Violence, isolation, and division:
May anyone who was wounded or scandalised
Rapidly experience consolation and healing.
Holy Family of Nazareth,
May the upcoming Synod of Bishops
Re-awaken in all an awareness
Of the sacred character and inviolability of the family,
Its beauty in the project of God.
Jesus, Mary and Joseph,
Hear and answer our prayer. Amen”.
From the Pastor’s Desk
2015 Year of the Family, Diocese of Peterborough Planned Events: Closing Mass for the year is tentatively set for November 22, 2015, Christ the King. -- Fr. Michael
Project Rachel
Every year Canadians abort one embryonic human
being for every three live births — one quarter of all
children conceived. Many people are shocked to
discover that there are absolutely no legal restrictions
on abortion in Canada. A Canadian woman can
choose to abort at any stage of pregnancy up to
delivery and for any reason. The most appalling
consequence of abortion is the squandering of
innocent human life. But for the woman who
submits to abortion there are also nearly always
profoundly negative long-term consequences and
deep emotional scars. http://www.colf.ca
Project Rachel offers accompaniment, counselling, personal
presence and support, and other services at any time they are
needed by women or men. They also offer weekend retreats
which provide opportunity for women who have suffered from an
abortion experience to find healing, forgiveness and
reconciliation.
Are you hurting as a result of an abortion? Healing is possible.
Please contact them for upcoming dates, in confidence, by
telephone at 416 629 8264 or by e-mail
projectrachel@stmarysrefuge.org.
Next retreat date - October. http://www.stmarysrefuge.org
Prayer for the Synod of the Family
Jesus, Mary and Joseph,
In you we contemplate
The splendour of true love,
We turn to you with confidence.
Holy Family of Nazareth,
Make our families, also,
Project Rachel: Contact information
Tel: (416) 629-8264
Email:info@stmarysrefuge.org
www.stmarysrefuge.org
Speak of My Mercy. We Come to be Healed We come to be
educated. We come to be regenerated. Branches Catholic
Ministries will be sponsoring a fall conference on October
3-4, 2015 at the Scotiabank Convention Centre in Niagara
Falls, Canada. Regenerate(d) 2015 will feature dynamic talks
from renowned Catholic speakers including Vinny Flynn,
Sharon Lee Giganti, Matthew Leonard, Dr. Taylor Marshall, Fr.
Larry Richards, and Elizabeth Scalia. The conference will
begin with an address by Most Rev. Gerard Bergie, Bishop of
St. Catharines and this year’s main celebrant and homilist. Pope
Francis has called for an Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy with
the holy year to begin on December 8th, the Feast of the
Immaculate Conception. In preparation for this holy year, we
invite you to attend Regenerate(d) 2015 which will speak to the
intentions of our Holy Father to find a way for the church to
"make more evident its mission to be a witness of mercy." The
theme of this year's conference is Confession: The Sacrament
of Divine Mercy. For more information, please visit
www.go2branches.com or call Branches at (905) 685-7000.
Please help us spread the word!