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- S T . E D W A R D ’ S C H U R C H -
Saturday Reconciliation
Mass
Sunday Reconciliation
Mass
Tuesday Mass
Sunridge Mass
Wednesday Mass
Friday - Stations of the Cross
FAT H E R R O G E R P O B L E T E
Emergency: 250-230-5524
St. Edward’s Parish
Mission Statement
We, the people of St. Edward’s reaffirm our
belief that we are children of God, created
in love, diverse and unique. We believe that
through our common Baptism, and by the
power of the Holy Spirit, we are called to be
Christ for one another and to foster unity
with all peoples. We accept the challenges
of living according to Gospel Values,
and we invite all sisters and brothers to
share this journey with us.
2085 Maple Bay Road
Duncan, BC V9L 5L9
Phone: 250-746-6831
E-mail: [email protected]
www.stedwardsduncan.com
OFFICE HOURS OFFICE HOURS OFFICE HOURS
Tuesday to Friday 8:30 am-12:00, 1:00-4:30 pm
Secretary: 250-746-6831 Cathy Higginson
Bookkeeper: Shelley Brimacombe Children’s Faith Formation Coordinator : Debby Fernandez
Parish Pastoral Council Chair: Brenda Hennig
Email: [email protected]
Queen of Angels Roman Catholic School:
250-746-5919 Kathy Korman, Principal
5th Sunday of Lent5th Sunday of Lent5th Sunday of Lent
March 28th & 29th
All Masses ,
gatherings,
meetings
have been
CANCELLED
until further
notice.
Our worldly desires bind us up in burial cloths Our worldly desires bind us up in burial cloths Our worldly desires bind us up in burial cloths
fashioned from our sins that block the will of fashioned from our sins that block the will of fashioned from our sins that block the will of
God from our sight. By putting aside selfish God from our sight. By putting aside selfish God from our sight. By putting aside selfish
ways and trusting in God’s love and mercy, we ways and trusting in God’s love and mercy, we ways and trusting in God’s love and mercy, we
allow Christ to call us forth from death so that allow Christ to call us forth from death so that allow Christ to call us forth from death so that
we might lead a resurrected life in the Spirit.we might lead a resurrected life in the Spirit.we might lead a resurrected life in the Spirit.
Pray, Read, Discuss for This Week
E z e k i e l 3 7 : 1 2 - 1 4 ; Ro m a n s 8 : 8 - 1 1 ; J o h n 1 1 : 1 - 4 5
“Those who believe in Jesus, and walk in his ways, will never die.”
David Russell
Michael Paulik Debby Warren
Patricia Pattenden
Laurent Boudreau
Charleigh Pollock
Eugene St. Pierre
Paul Cloutier
Jodi Kinsella
Terry O’Connell
Kirby Flegel
Cameron Bulger
Jan Spencer
Jim Korman
Theresa Thompson
Carl Lalonde
Linda Musto
Richard Brewer
Bernice Rosko
Carmen Martine
Dear God, Please embrace those who are sick and hurting
today and let them feel the warmth of Your love. Amen
Paul Boray
Lois Cossar
Bill Cools
Ian Weibe
Sierra Heggie
Victor Fernandez
Felix Gaudet
Cyril Hodgins
Patricia Richmond
Adriana Palasz
5th Sunday of Lent Reflection
In the gospel of John there are 7 signs. One of the signs is the raising of Lazarus which happens to be our gospel
this Sunday. For the other signs, that would be your homework, so please pick up your bible and find out. You
may send your answer to my email: [email protected]
Sign gives us direction and points us to something or somewhere. Therefore, the raising of Lazarus is a sign that
points us to something more, as clearly reflected in the words of Jesus himself: “This illness does not lead to
death; rather it is for God’s glory, so that the Son of God may be glorified through it.”
The raising of Lazarus is not only for the glory of God but it is also an invitation to believe as he said: “Lazarus is
dead. For your sake I am glad I was not there, so that you may believe.” Martha was the first to believe as she
confessed the highest confession of our faith when she said: “Yes, Lord, I believe that you are the Christ, the Son
God, the one coming into the world.” And then, many of the Jews who had seen what Jesus did, believed in him.
The purpose of the signs presented in the gospel of John is to open the eyes of the unbelievers, to have faith in
Christ and gain eternal life, as the short ending of the gospel writes: “Now Jesus did many other signs in the
presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book. But these are written so that you may come to
believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that through believing you may have life in his name.”
(John 20:30-31)
Jesus continuous to show many signs and wonders in the world. We are called to be vigilant and learn to read the
signs of time. COVID-19 could be a sign pointing us to something. For those who are in self-isolation for example,
it could be an invitation to enter into a more personal relationship with God in prayer. Whatever the sign and
wherever it leads us today, let us hope and pray that we don’t miss it.
- Fr. Roger -
If you want to stay in touch
over the next few weeks,
please just email the office
address at:
This is the best way to reach me even though I’m in
the office - there are phone calls that overlap and I
am checking the emails regularly.
Enjoy some good Vitamin D and
fresh air - spring is coming!!
Take good care! Cathy
Although public Masses have been cancelled,
Fr Roger will be saying mass privately every
day, and intentions will be said.
March 31st - Anne Filgate
April 1st - Eleanor Hodgins
April 2nd - Jerry Thorpe +
April 3rd - Heidi Seifert +
April 4th - Antonia Jura +
Please also remember these loved ones in
your prayers on these dates.
INTERCESSORY PRAYERS:
Priest: Trusting in the life-giving power of the Spirit, we lift up our prayers and petitions to our Father in heaven.
That all leaders and members of the Church may be graced with the guidance and wisdom of the Holy Spirit, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, let us pray to the Lord.
That world leaders may be helped by God in putting aside selfish agendas, and seek justice, equality and safety for the people under their care, let us pray to the Lord.
That those who suffer in mind, body and spirit, especially with COVID-19, may they find the healing power of Jesus come upon them, bringing them comfort and peace, let us pray to the Lord.
That all the members of this faith community may receive the mercy of God for themselves, and with his help, offer it to others, let us pray to the Lord.
That our beloved dead and all those who have died may know the joy and fullness of life in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.
Priest: Merciful Father, with humble confidence we ask you to hear these prayers in the name of Jesus Christ, your Son.
The Pope Offers Prayers to Virgin Mary for COVID-19 Protection
O Mary, you shine continuously on our journey as a sign of salvation and hope. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick. At the foot of the Cross you participated in Jesus’ pain, with steadfast faith. You, Salvation of the Roman People, know what we need. We are certain that you will provide, so that, as you did at Cana of Galilee, joy and feasting might return after this moment of trial. Help us, Mother of Divine Love, to conform ourselves to the Father’s will and to do what Jesus tells us: He who took our sufferings upon Himself, and bore our sorrows to bring us, through the Cross, to the joy of the Resurrection. Amen.
We seek refuge under your protection, O Holy Mother of God. Do not despise our pleas – we who are put to the test – and deliver us from every danger, O glorious and blessed Virgin.
A great little message from our famous, local dog Merlin, with a little help from Bishop Gary and the team! https://www.rcdvictoria.org/diocesan-blog/merlinsmusings
We know that Covid-19 and the resulting economic
slow down has effected many of you personally.
Given that financial uncertainty is greater than ever
we understand that some of you will no longer be able
to give to the parish at your regular level and those
on automatic debit may need to cancel their contributions. If you
need to cancel or change your automatic payments, please contact
the parish office at (250-746-6831) or at [email protected]
In addition, to make it safe and more convenient for those that
are able to contribute there are new online and remote options
now available:
Online through Canada Helps https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/st-edwards-
parish-and-missions/ Automatic Debit - to be set up through the parish office
E-transfers - can be sent to Fr Roger’s email at: [email protected]
We are very grateful that you are part of our Catholic parish
family. May God bless you and your families.
CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE OF CANADA ST. EDWARD’S COUNCIL
President
Francine Tournier 250-748-9831
Membership
Leanne Forest
250-597-4450
Joseph De Lange, Grand Knight 250-701-7701
St. Edward the Confessor Council 4253
2020 CWL Available Bursaries
St. Edward’s CWL Council - $500
- Eligible student graduating from Secondary school and
proceeding to advanced training
- Applications due to Counselling Departments of
Secondary School by April 15th, 2018
Diocesan CWL Freda Smith - $750
- Catholic student graduating from Secondary school or
home schooling program within the Diocese of Victoria
pursuing further education at a post-secondary institution.
- Application deadline April 15th, 2018 – form on
www.cwldov.org
CWL Bursary in memory of Honorary Life Member,
Molly Boucher Bursary - $1000
- Applicant must be a practising Catholic and an active
member of the Catholic Women’s League of Canada for a
minimum of two (2) years.
- Application deadline March 31st, 2018 – from on
www.bcyukoncwl.com
It comes to mind that expression “If God gets you to
it, He’ll get you through it.” Thank you to God and
thank you to those who courageously face this pan-
demic head on. We are very grateful for Bishop
Gary, Father Roger and all priests. We are grateful
for those who are vulnerable but soldier on: the first
responders and those in hospitals who are taking care
of the sick. And we are grateful for those who brave-
ly care for the homeless, even one act of kindness.
One day at a time… with prayers. The sisterhood of
the CWL asks God for blessings for everyone.
Debby has also shared a wonderful resource from the Vancouver Diocese: prayers, courses and even virtual 360 degree virtual tours of Vatican Chapels and Rooms, even the Vatican museum link. https://mailchi.mp/rcav/archdiocse-covid-19-update-1039357?e=dbf62f3554
Cassandra Barfield, a member of our parish, is a Registered Clinical Social Worker and Counsellor, approved by our Diocese. If you are experiencing increased feelings of anxiety and/or depression and would like some help managing in these very difficult times, Cassandra has strategies. She is willing to offer FREE over the phone consultations to members of our parish. Cassandra would prefer to be reached initially by email at [email protected] but if you don’t have a computer you can call her directly at 250-715-6229. Please note, Cassandra is not an expert on COVID-19 but can help with how you feel about these circumstances.
Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan - Canada.ca
https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/economic-
response-plan.html
If any family with children/teens would like to have a children/teen liturgy lesson or Faith Formation les-son sent via email please email Debby and she will connect weekly with a lesson and many wonderful online websites that are engaging and interactive.
Live Stream SUNDAY Mass with Bishop Gary at 10am
(Daily Mass: Monday - Friday at 7pm)
https://www.rcdvictoria.org/diocesan-blog/dailymassdiocesanmission
Pope Francis: Urbi et Orbi Blessing If you missed this special blessing, please go to the diocesan
website below for the update and other special links.
https://www.rcdvictoria.org/diocesan-blog/vaticannewsupdates
Fr John Laszczyk says the Rosary on YouTube:
Glorious Mysteries of Rosary https://youtu.be/rQGBk0v_OeM
The Cowichan Valley Basket Society temporarily closed on Monday, March 23rd however will be gradually reopening as of Friday, March 27th for distribution of hampers. Other aspects of the food bank’s operations will resume in the coming days albeit with drastic changes to protect the health of staff, volunteers and clients. Financial donations continue to be very welcome and will be even more important in the next weeks as food donations are expected to dwindle causing the food bank to do more purchasing. Your support, as always, is greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance. Lee Smith
