This year, Development and Peace asks you to support small-scale farmers. You can read a few stories in the pamphlet included with this bulletin, about how some communities are resisting the expansion of plantations being developed to produce agrofuels. You will also learn more about agrofuels and why Development and Peace is asking Canadians to respond to the food crisis by tackling one of the root causes.

Please read all the stories in the pamphlet, including what the campaign is all about. Next week, you will be asked to sign an action card addressed to the Prime Minister. Be prepared to take action!

THANKSGIVING - THANK YOU! FROM OUR LOCAL FOOD BANK

On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to express my appreciation for your thoughtfulness towards La mie de l’entraide. Your food donations will greatly help in alleviating hunger for the most vulnerable in our community. I wish to thank each and every one for your generosity and for your participation. Such a gesture helps to lessen immediate poverty but unfortunately, the needs are there all year long. Again, I wish to convey my personal thanks to everyone.

Lucie Carrier, Directrice

President of the Fabrique:
Susan Lemieux’s term as President of the Fabrique (6 years with re-appointments) ended in June. Under the Diocese’s constitution, 6 years is the maximum an individual can serve as president of a Fabrique. The wardens would like to take this opportunity, on behalf of all Parishioners, to thank Susan for the outstanding job she has done over the past 6 years in directing the administrative and financial affairs of the Parish. It should also be noted that Susan, in addition to her duties as President of the Fabrique, works tirelessly as a volunteer, deposits the weekly collections in the bank, helps to organize Parish suppers, fund raisers and is always available to help out when the need arises. Once again, thank you Susan for your contribution towards the well-being of our community. Bill Cameron will be replacing Susan.

Capital Projects:
As announced in an earlier bulletin the wardens have now officially approved 2 major capital projects. The first is the replacement of the roof of the garage. The contract has been let to Raymond Roofing. The estimated cost of the project will be $7,788.00.This project will stop water from leaking from the garage roof into the rectory. The second project is the replacement of the door on the garage. The estimated cost will be $ 1,000 and will be coordinated by Rolly Plouffe with the support of parishioners. Both projects are expected to be completed by the end of November. As these are costly projects, Parishioners willing to donate towards the cost of these projects are encouraged to do so by contacting the Parish secretary, who will make an envelope available. Tax receipts will be provided at year-end.

Fund Raiser:
The Parish will be once again teaming up with La Chanterelle to put on a Christmas concert on December 16th. Tickets will be $10.00 with coffee, tea and desserts being served after the concert in the church basement. The tickets are very affordable and it is an excellent occasion to participate in the Christmas spirit with family and friends, as well as assist the Parish in addressing its financial challenges.