Non-surgical masks become mandatory in certain enclosed spaces (including churches) in Renfrew County the week of July 13. Masks will be required at all Masses starting next week. Exceptions include very young children and people with respiratory problems. Medical authorities are asking everyone to be kind to people who are not wearing a mask. They may have a valid reason for not wearing one.
Over nine months ago our parish spiritually adopted 82 children. Last month your spiritually adopted baby was born. She or he is truly a miracle. She began as a 46-chromosome cell and has grown over the past nine months into this unique human baby we can now see and hold in our arms. Never before in history, nor ever again, will anyone exist who is exactly like your spiritually adopted baby. Thank you for your participation in the Spiritual Adoption Program! The time and energy you put into supporting babies and parents by your prayers is greatly appreciated! Unfortunately we are not able to hold a baby shower. We had planned to donate gifts to First Step Options Pregnancy Resource Centre in Pembroke and hope you will consider making a donation as they can always use assistance carrying out their work. Check them out at http://www.firststepoptions.com/wp/.
The parish office and catechists have been in communication by email. Most of the youth have now done their First Reconciliation and will each celebrate their First Communion as individuals once they are ready. Parents: A reminder to please inform Fr. Beachey BEFORE Sunday Mass should your child be celebrating First Communion. If your child has NOT yet received First Reconciliation, please call the parish office as soon as possible to arrange. Thank you. Please remember our youth in your prayers.
Please Note: Monthly and weekly withdrawals for pre-authorized offerings to the parish may be delayed this month. Father is changing banking systems with the help of the bank. Thank you for understanding.
We need volunteers to help us with the disinfecting of pews after the Sunday Masses. If we had four people per mass, we will be able to disinfect the church before the next Mass. Please call the office is you are able to help or message me. We need ushers, extra men and women to help to seat people and keep count of the people coming into the church. Please contact the parish office or message me if you can assist in this ministry.
Bishop-elect Guy Desrochers will be installed in a simple and private ceremony as the 9th Bishop of Pembroke on the 3rd of July, 2020. It is at this time that his name will be included in the Eucharistic Prayer of the Mass and he will assume full authority and responsibility for the Diocese of Pembroke. Once we are able to return to Mass, I am sure there will be a celebration at the Cathedral to welcome him properly. Please pray for him during this time of preparation to become the Chief Shepherd of our Diocese. (A prayer is found on the parish Home Page.)
There are three options for giving to our parishes: 1. Placing your envelopes in the mail or placing them through the Door Slot at the rectory office. 2. Pre-Authorized (each month the money comes out of your account automatically (a form can be found on the parish Homepage) or 3. Electronic Funds Transfer sent by email to olgcdr@gmail.com. If you choose the last option, you would need to contact me to set-up a password so that I can receive the funds.
These resources can help the faithful who follow Mass from their homes on TV or internet. At the very least, they can read the Scriptures and follow along on televised celebrations. The CCCB has given permission to Novalis to do so. Please click on the title above to be directed to the Living with Christ website.
The parish office will be closed Friday, February 14th. Sorry for any inconvenience. It will reopen on Tuesday, Feb 18th. (The Sunday bulletin will be published Thursday afternoon this week.)
The Knights of Columbus are presenting the Faith-in-Action program “Into the Breach” starting Saturday, February 15th and running for 8 consecutive Saturdays (until April 4th) from 7:45AM to 9 AM in the parish hall. All men are invited, you do not need to be a Knight. There is no charge for the program. The sessions consist of a continental breakfast (7:45 – 8:00 AM), discussion, spiritual goal & closing prayer. The program discusses the Apostolic Exhortation to Catholic Men by Most Rev. Thomas J. Olmsted, Bishop of Phoenix, concerning the challenges faced by men of faith. For more information please click the title above.
Income Tax Receipts will be available at the back of the church this weekend around Mass times. They may be picked up from the parish office on weekdays.
The new envelope boxes will be available to pick up again this weekend. The special collection envelopes will change this year; information will be available in a handout available with the envelopes. If you do not currently have envelopes and wish to have some for the new year please call the parish office. (If we have accidentally omitted you, please let us know.) Thank you.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Devotion on Wednesdays before Mass; Adoration of the Blessed Sacraments on Thursdays; Devotion to the Sacred Heart on Fridays before Mass.
Did you know? Mass intentions may be requested using the online form found under the LITURGY tab > "Information & Mass Intentions" page. (Or simply click the title above and scroll down the page.)
The prayer for a new Bishop can be found on the prayers cards at the back of the church. It may also be found on the parish website > on the FAITH page.
Please note: The parish office will be closed on Mondays, starting March 18th. Regular office hours will remain Tuesday to Friday, 9 a.m. - noon and 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Although the office is closed Mondays, the church will be open from 8 a.m. until noon.
During Lent, Mass on Friday at OLGC will be moved to 6:00 p.m. with the Stations of the Cross, led by Father Beachey, immediately following the Mass. This is a great way to increase our prayers and devotions during Lent.