Our Lady of Victory / St-Malachy

SIXTH SUNDAY

EASTER

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

Reading I

Acts 15.1 – 2, 22 - 29

Responsorial Psalm

Let the peoples praise you, O God; Let all the people praise you.

Reading II

Revelation 21.10 – 14, 22 - 23

Gospel

John 14.23 – 29

Food for Thought

What a prospect of learning you open up for me, Lord! The Holy spirit is to go on teaching me all my days, reminding me of your words, and unwrapping their meaning in all my circumstances.

And the sign of his work in me will be peace. My heart will be untroubled, unafraid.

Pastor	Gyanprakash Topno
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	olv@videotron.ca
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.

M A S S S C H E D U L E

WED.	May 12th - 11:00 a.m.	OLV	Joe Allen (2nd Anniversary) by Lucille, Susan & Linda
SAT.	May 15th - 07:00 p.m.	St. Malachy	Carole Lavell by Reggie & Nancy All parishioners of St. Malachy & OLV
SUN.	May 16th - 09:00 a.m.	OLV	Reine Mercier Tremblay by Lorraine & Cliff Ivall Roy Berndt by Tom & Isabel Laframboise Special Intention by a parishioner

LIFE IN THE SPIRIT SEMINAR - St. Aloysius Parish in Gatineau
Friday, May 14th and Saturday May, 15th - Friday, May 21st and Saturday May, 22nd. This Seminar takes place over the course of two weekends, which are designed to help participants establish and deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ. The teachings, discussions, praise and worship, and prayer lead participants to experience an awakening of the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit, bestowed at Baptism and Confirmation.

Fridays will be 7:30 to 9:30 pm (in the hall) - Saturdays will be 9 am to 4 pm (in the hall) Please consider this invitation to join us and share it with your friends - everyone is welcome. Once you have decided, you will need to register with Carol Léonard by calling the St. Aloysius office at (819) 663-5244. Thank you and God bless.

POINT OF CLARIFICATION CONCERNING ST. GREGOIRE CEMETERY
It has come to the attention of the OLV Wardens that there may be some confusion regarding the recent policy issued for the St. Grégoire Cemetery. Please note that the objective of the policy is to update leaseholder files and to confirm that the leaseholders are aware of their obligations as leaseholders and, we repeat, not to reclaim burial lots for resale. Hopefully this will clarify any misunderstanding. For more information, please refer to the blue pamphlets that can be found at the entrance of the church.

OUR LADY OF KNOCK SHRINE - UPDATE

This year the pilgrimage will be held on Sunday, Aug. 8th. Archbishop Terrence Prendergast of the Ottawa diocese will be the main celebrant and homilist.

COMMITTEE
Brian Roos and Cheryl Cameron have resigned as chairperson and secretary, respectively. The committee on behalf of the parish would like to convey their appreciation for the time and devotion they have given to the shrine. Cheryl is to be commended as well for all the hours she volunteered towards the music and choir for the pilgrimage mass and liturgies. At a recent meeting, Sandra Pearson accepted the nomination for chairperson and Ellen Butler will take on the secretarial duties. The parishioners and committees of both the shrine and the church wish to extend our gratitude to Lee Butler for his invaluable service and the commitment and expertise that he brought to his role of treasurer for the past 25 years. Joan Teske will replace Lee as Treasurer. A heart felt thanks to everyone who shares their gifts for the benefit of our parish community and shrine.

THANK YOU FROM OLV WARDENS

Thank You Ann

After many years of excellent work, Ann Price has decided to leave the baptismal team. Her dedication and devotion to the Baptismal file will be greatly missed. The Wardens of OLV would like to take this opportunity on behalf of all Parishioners to thank Ann for her contribution to the well being of our faith community. There will be a need to replace Ann and it is an issue which needs to be addressed sooner than later.

A Lovely Ceremony

Last Sunday, 4 young parishioners were confirmed by Archbishop Roger Ebacher at OLV. After the service, parishioners, the celebrants, their families and guests were treated to a light lunch in the church basement. As is the case with most Parish activities, none of this would have happened if volunteers were not available to provide their support.

A special thank you to:

Joanne Lambert of St. Aloysius and Amanda Foley of St. Columban Parishes for their work in preparing the celebrants, their parents and godparents for the sacrament of Confirmation.
The OLV society for preparing and organizing the lunch in the church basement following the mass
The parents and godparents for their commitment and encouragement in support of the young celebrants

FREE CONCERT
Buckingham’s Heart & Soul Singers welcome you to a free concert directed by Daniel Lafleur. The concert will be held on Thursday May 13th 8:00 pm., at Our Lady of Victory Church. Donations will be accepted for OLV & St. Malachy Churches. Coffee and desserts will be served in the Sacristy.

CHURCH FUNERAL PARKING
Please note that when there is a funeral at our church, a member of the church will contact the City of Gatineau to obtain a parking tolerance. This tolerance will include the streets surrounding the church - Charles Street, Joseph Street, Pine Street and MacLaren Street only. It does not include the parking lot behind the fire station - the parking time limit must be respected in that lot.

This tolerance is usually effective 1 hour prior to the funeral service to 2-3 hours after the service. (Example: if service is at 11:00 am - parking tolerance will be from 10:00 am -. 3:00 pm). After this time frame the regular 2 to 3 hour parking restriction becomes effective.

NOTE: All No Parking and Handicap Parking must be respected at all times. Parking tolerance or not.

OLV SPRING SUPPER AND BALLOON AUCTION - MAY 28TH, OLV CHURCH HALL
COCKTAILS: 4:30 PM
DINNER: 6:00 PM
ADULTS: $15.00
CHILDREN 6 TO 12: $6.00
CHILDREN UNDER 6: FREE

Tickets are limited and are available from Ethel Pearson (819-986-5217) or from Alma (819-986-3763). As was the case last year and which was very successful, we are calling upon the participation and support of our Parishioners. We are requesting that families within the Parish donate such items as 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 12th.

BUCKINGHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
The cereal bar collection will take place next week-end May 16, for the school. These bars provide a nourishing breakfast for the many students who go to school without breakfast. The box will be at the entrance of the Church.

LOCAL TV STATION
The local TV Station celebrates its 38th Anniversary in April. The Membership and financial campaign 2010 is from April 1st to May 18, and you will be asked to become a member of your local TV Station by buying a membership card of $10:00 per adult. With your donation you will receive 6 bingo cards for the May 18th thank you night on channel 22 Illico 9, plus your participation in different draws and a few souvenirs from your TVC de la Basse-Lievre.

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

Date	Collection	OLV	St. Malachy

May 01/02	Sunday	$ 587.00	$ 202.00
May 01/02	Support	419.00	124.00