ARE YOU NEW TO OUR PARISH? WELCOME!
Welcome to those who want to make our parish their faith home. You may have come from other places. You may have been “away for a while”. Be assured that we love to have you among us. We would appreciate it very much if you identified yourself at Mass. It would also help if you would take the time to fill out a registration form. The next time you are with us, you may leave it in the collection basket or give it to one of the ushers or to the priest. Thank you and welcome.

BAPTISM
Our Christian community of Our Lady Victory welcomes Emma Manon Falimina Abouanni, daughter of Charbel- Michael Abouanni and Annie France Joyce. May the Lord of love bless and keep you. She will receive Baptism June 08th.

49TH INTERNATIONAL EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS IN QUEBEC CITY - JUNE 15TH TO 22ND
Most of us will stay home, but that does not mean that what will take place in Quebec City does not concern us. Yes, our diocesan delegation -- registered at 132 delegates at our last count -- will join the other pilgrims from around the world, to participate in what has been named “a rich experience, following in the footsteps of the Disciples of Emmaus.”

As a matter of fact, our own Linda Cameron goes there next week to represent our two-parish community at the request and with the support of our joint Parish Pastoral council and both Wardens' groups. She has been given the responsibility to return to us to share the fruit of her pilgrim journey there.

But we too have a responsibility. Let us pray that the Spirit leads her there and back safely; that she be enriched and nourished by this sacred gift of God; that she returns inspired to share her stories, her faith, her insights with us who remained at home here. Let us also remember in your prayers Bishop Felix Toppo from the home Diocese of Father Gyan in Eastern India, as he will be attending the Eucharist Congress as well as visiting Father Gyan and his parishes. May he have a blessed and safe journey.

A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL!
It was amazing to see so many people able to share in the little hair chopping ceremony we had last Sunday after mass at OLV. I am so very grateful to all who made it happen and so successfully, too! To Monique, mighty-organizer. To Ethel, #1-hairbraider. To my 5 sensitive hair-chopping accomplices. To all who so generously played the 'how long is Gale's hair' game. To all who were able to share the experience after Mass. To all the well-wishers before and after.

To the OLV Society for their generous donation to my Relay for Life pledge form. And to Karen, miracle-worker hairdresser. Heart felt thanks to each and to all of you!

We speak a lot about 'faith' and 'living Christ' but we don't always connect the dots when it comes to fund-raisers and other Fellowship events such as this.

There are 4 poles of Christian living (Faith formation, Liturgy, Transformation and Fellowship) and each are important, necessary and co-dependant on the other three, in our attempt to live our whole lives as 'real' Christians. This little hair-chopping event not only brought us together, but brought us together in Christ's love for the world. We were/are his Hands and his Feet, here! So thank you!

OLV SUPPER & SILENT AUCTION
The OLV Parish supper and silent auction held on May 30th was once again a great success, with over 135 people in attendance. In total, the event raised $3,519.00.

A very special thank you to the organizers and volunteers who contributed to making this event such a success. Also, a special thanks to Rita and Clyde Horton for the donation of a raffle basket of various items. In addition, the wardens would like to thank the following individuals for donating items for the silent auction which raised $874.00:

Ottawa Senators Hockey Club
Roger and Carmel Gauthier
Luc Miner (Centre d’alignment Buckingham)
Eric Robillard (Pro, Buckingham Golf Course)
Bill Raby
Carroll Demers
Monique & Ken Simpson
Émile Charette & Fils
Irene Gibson
Steve Kane (BJ Restaurant)
Aux Jardins de la Pointe
Anne Lemieux
Susan Lemieux
Linda & Bill Cameron
Les Lam (Dragon Rouge Restaurant)
Lise Mineault-Bulter (Bel A Floral)
Lorraine Paquette (Artisanat Floral)
Babe St-Jean
Palais Gommé for the Beans & Ham

PRAYERS & SYMPATHY
- to the Dunning family, following the death of their mother and grandmother Lenora. Please remember Lenora and her family in your prayers and may she rest in peace.

OLV WARDENS MEETING
The next meeting will be held on June 19, at 7:00 p.m. Please note change from second to third Thursday.

USED STAMPS
One cancelled stamp can help feed a child for a day. If you would like to Support the Redemptorist Mission Stamp Collection, there will be a box at the entrance of the church to collect your stamps, and they will be forwarded to the Missions.

OLV SOCIETY
The Society will be holding a Garage Sale on Saturday, September 11, 2008. Weather permitting it will be outdoors (otherwise in the hall). Start saving some items for this event. NO CLOTHES will be accepted. Tables, for those who want to sell their own items, can be purchased at $10.00 for the day. (You are responsible to take away any unsold items at your table).

Will follow-up with more details in August.

Thanks,

The OLV Society

BIRTHDAY WISHES TO
- Doris Berndt who will celebrate her 80th Birthday on June 09th. Congratulations & Best Wishes.

60TH WEDDING INVITATION - PLEASE CONSIDER THIS AS YOUR PERSONAL INVITATION
The family of Jean-Paul & Evelyn Robitaille invite you to come celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary with us:

Date: June 14th
Where: The Legion Hall
Time 2:00 - 4:00 P.M. Light snacks & a cash bar will be available during the event.

NOTE - Best wishes only