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FIFTH SUNDAY
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Our Lady of Victory
Sunday - 9:00 A.M. |
CELEBRATION OF THE EUCHARIST |
St. Malachy
Saturday - 7:00 P.M. |
F O O D F O R T H O U G H T
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Reading I |
Acts 9.26 - 31 |
Responsorial Psalm |
I will praise you Lord, in the assembly of your people. |
Reading II |
1 John 3.18 - 24 |
Gospel |
John 15.1 - 8 |
Food for Thought |
- Here is a new image of God. The vine-grower has a sharp knife and a keen eye to the vine’s health. If he cuts it, it is to make the plant more vigorous and fruitful.
- Lord, when I feel your sharp touch, I may resent it, but I trust your love for me
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Rectory |
490 Charles Street
Gatineau, Québec J8L 2K5 |
Secretary |
Monday and Thursday - 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday and Wednesday - 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. |
Email |
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Telephone |
(819) 986-3763 |
Fax |
(819) 961-3159 |
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. |
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M A S S S C H E D U L E |
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WED. |
May 13th |
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NO MASS |
SAT. |
May 16th - 07:00 p.m. |
ST. MALACHY |
All Parishioners of St. Malachy & Our Lady Of Victory
Anthony & Ann Burke by the Estate of Susan Burke |
SUN. |
May 17th - 09:00 a.m. |
OLV |
Mass of thanksgiving by a Cancer Survivor
Eileen Jeffrey by Nancy Pearson
The deceased members of the Doherty & Butler family by Lyall, Wayne & Elaine |
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PLESSE NOTE THAT THERE WILL NOT BE WEDNESDAY MORNING MASSES UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE |
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IN MY ABSENCE
I will be out for a couple of weeks, as I have to attend to my medical needs. In my absence, Fr. Prosper Lyimo will be helping out in the parishes. (Fr. Gyan)
OUR LADY OF KNOCK SHRINE
55TH ANNUAL PILGRIMAGE
SUNDAY, AUGUST 9TH, 2009
PRESIDER AND HOMILIST: FR. PHILIPPE GENDRON, VICAR GENERAL
ANNUAL PILGRIMAGE TO STE-ANNE-DE-BEAUPRE & CAP–DE –LA-MADELEINE
Presided by Archbishop Terrence Prendergrast s.j., August 8-9, 2009. Info: Mike Budge at 613-224-8110.
OLV PARISH NEWS
Earlier this year, the Wardens indicated that they would be seeking new revenue streams to assist in offsetting administrative and operating costs. One of our initiatives was to seek ways to use the Rectory as a revenue generating area.
As of May 1st, we have our first tenant, Just.Equipping, who is renting office space in the dining and living room areas of the Rectory. Just.Equipping is a not for profit Canadian charity committed to educating, training, and equipping prison chaplains and workers. Their activities are directed towards Africa. As an example, Just.Equipping has undertaken training sessions in Rwanda, Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo and Cameroon.
Just.Equipping fulfills its mission by:
- Sending teaching teams of 4-5 people to developing countries for intensive training sessions; and
- Bringing to Canada a small number of key leaders to benefit from the annual Restorative Justice Sessions at Queen’s University in Kingston.
In addition to renting office space, from time to time Just.Equipping will also be renting bedrooms for students coming from Africa to participate in their programming.
The Wardens are pleased to be able to partner with such a worthwhile organization.
PRAYERS & SYMPATHY
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Ginette Cadieux Pearson whose funeral took place at OLV on Saturday. Please remember Brian, Jason and the Pearson & Cadieux families in your prayers.
WARDENS — ST. MALACHY
The next Wardens Meeting will be on May 13th, at 7:30 pm.
OLV SPRING SUPPER AND AUCTION
MAY 29TH, OLV CHURCH HALL
COCKTAILS: 4:30PM, DINNER: 6:00 PM
ADULTS: $15:00
CHILDREN 6 TO 12: $6:00
CHILDREN UNDER 6 ARE FREE
Tickets are limited and are available from Raymond St-Jean (819) 986-6636 or from Alma (819) 986-3763. In order to expand our usual auction, we are requesting the participation of our parishioners. We are proposing that families within the Parish donate food baskets comprised of homemade preserves (i.e. jams, pickles, salsa, etc.) or other homemade family treats. Another way individuals can contribute is to donate gift certificates from local businesses or provide various gift baskets. As well, our local artists are also encouraged to participate by donating paintings or crafts. For those individuals who are willing to help our auction, would you please advise Alma of your interest and what you plan to donate no later than May 8th.
There will also be a Raffle for a Barbecue. Tickets are available at the above numbers.
CONGRATULATIONS & BEST WISHES
To Cliff & Lorraine Ivall who celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on May 9th.
OLV GARAGE SALE
Just a reminder about our garage sale to be held on Saturday September 19th and Sunday September 20th. Please note the hours:
Saturday: 9:00 - 16:00
Sunday: 10:00 – 16:00
DON’T THROW OUT your items RECYCLE them for our sale. On Friday, September 19th the church will be opened from 9:00 - 15:00 for you to drop off your goods. If you can not wait until that day, give me a call at 986-3166 and pick up will be arranged.
Thanks,
OLV Society
PLANT SALE
- at Buckingham Elementary School, George Street, on May 22nd, 2:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m. in the school yard. Everyone welcome.
CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE 2009
Just a reminder that the Buckingham Relay for Life will take place on: Friday, June 5th, starting at 7:00pm Friday until 7:00 am Saturday morning at McAndrew Park.
Shirley Ellement from St Malachy Parish and a group of eleven people have entered a team to walk in the relay, under the name PREVENTION. If you would like to sponsor that team, Shirley will be at the Saturday Evening Masses on May 9th and May16th .to accept your donations and your support. Candles can also be purchased, to be light during the candle lighting ceremony and burned during the relay for your intentions.
Monique Simpson will be at OLV Church on Sunday May 10th & 16th, to accept your donations for the ROBITAILLE FAMILY GROUP. You may also purchase Candles from Monique at that time.
USED STAMPS
The response to the request for used stamps has been great. Please continue to donate your stamps. There is a container at the entrance of the Church and the stamps are then forwarded to Missions.
OFFICE HOURS
Monday and Thursday: |
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. |
Tuesday and Wednesday: |
9:00 – 11:00 a.m. |
Telephone messages are picked up on a regular basis throughout the week.
If you have any items for the bulletin, please send them to Alma at olv@videotron.ca before Wednesday afternoon.
W E E K L Y R E C E I P T S |
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OLV |
St. Malachy |
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May 02/03 |
Sunday |
$ 613.00 |
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May 02/03 |
Support |
295.00 |
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