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St. Joseph the Worker ParishDiocese of Victoria
753 Burnside Road WestVictoria, BC V8Z 1M9
Office: 250.479.7413 Fax: 250.479.7619Emergencies Only (outside office hours):1.250.732.7380
Father Alfredo’s Email: [email protected]. Joseph the Worker Parish Email: [email protected]
Website: www.sjtw.caJanuary 4th and 5th 2020
Epiphany Of The Lord
Light Expectations
The Epiphany should disturb us. If it doesn't, it is simply a diorama, a Christmas card picture of three wise men and a star, and it hasn't shocked us the way it should. Strange foreigners from a strange land with strange beliefs saw and responded to the light, while those who considered themselves religiously special and learned in the ways of God completely missed it – or saw it but didn't consider it important. It was outside the box of their expectations. Those who were deemed unclean and unworthy were the ones who saw the light, responded and were gifted with joy.
The Epiphany should jostle us in our comfort zones and make us reflect on our set-in-stone expectations of how God will appear to us and what he will look like when he comes. The conclusion we need to come to is that we have no idea and that God may indeed first manifest his light to someone we think is outside the fold of acceptable religious beliefs.
We live in a dark world, where it isn't always easy to discern the light, but it does us no good to cling to our black and white talismans against the night. Like the magi, we need to be able to recognize God's pinpoints of light in the dark universe and be willing to strike out across a wilderness terrain without all our theological comforts around us. We need to be fully aware that the light can be a star, a child, a dream, a long arduous journey, a dangerous proposition, a diligent search, an overwhelming joy, a compassionate decision or a flight back into the wilderness.
It is rarely what we expect.
Jean Allen
Ministry Liturgical Schedule January 11th and 12th 2020
Sacrament of Reconciliation: ½ hr before evening Masses on Saturday and Sunday or by appointment with Fr. Alfredo.Sacrament of Marriage: Inquiries must be made 6 months in advance. Register at the office. Marriage preparation class is compulsory.Sacrament of Baptism: Call the Parish Office at 250-479-7413 to register for the next Baptism Preparation Class to be held on Saturday, January 18, 2020. Typically, Baptisms are held during all Masses of the last weekend of each month.Catechism and Children’s Liturgy, Sacraments of Reconciliation, Confirmation and First Communion and Youth Group: Contact Parish Office for information.Pastoral Care Visits While in Hospital: We remind the faithful that privacy legislation in BC prevents the release of information regarding hospital admissions. If you or someone you love are admitted to a hospital and would like a visit from your pastor or Eucharistic Minister, please call your parish office. For emergency calls only call 250-889-3761 and ask for Fr. Thomas Chinnappa.
Saturday 6:00 pm
Weekday MassesMonday ~ No MassTuesday ~ 9:00am
at Sacred HeartWednesday ~ 9:00am
at St. Joseph the WorkerThursday ~ 9:00am
at Sacred HeartFriday ~ 9:00am
at St. Joseph the WorkerSaturday ~ 6:00pmSunday ~ 11:00amSunday ~ 6:00pm
From today’s Gospel: In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, “Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage.” (Matthew 2:1-2)Adults: What insights about your own faith have you gained from learning about other faith traditions?Children: What could you do to be like a star and lead someone to know about Jesus?
For RentSt. Joseph the Worker
Parish Hall$75.00/per hour or
$500.00/eventContact the Parish Office
@ 250-479-7413 or [email protected]
for more information
Sunday 11:00 am Sunday 6:00 pm
Altar Servers Coordinator - Jeanine Woodman
Hospitality Ministers Schedule Coordinator - Karen Douglas
ProclaimersSchedule Coordinator - Bernadette D’Souza
Ushers ** recruit Presenters of Giftslooking for Coordinator
Children’s LiturgyCoodinator - Martin Poulin
VacuumersCoordinator - Ralph Scheurle
Music Ministry
Hospital MinistersCoordinator - Denise Kyfiuk
Sacristans Francis and Stella
Mass Schedule
tbd tbd tbd
MC J. PriceL. Torok, L. Silverio
MC J. CernaA. Cerna, E. Riess
MC J. PalahickyC. Bernarte
M. KellandW. KyleW. Burgess **, J. AquinoM. Sanders, D. Stevens
Seeds 11:00am Mass
Kate
R. Scheurle
Steve and Michelle
B. D’SouzaA. Grohovac
M. HardyJ. Zwicker
L. Bartle **, R. StrongA. Vandekerkhove, J. Vukovic
Promise 11:00am Mass
Margaret
tbd
Christian Rocks Angela FaberWing and A Prayer
Good News 11:00am Mass
Wendy and Rae
P. Chang-KueC. MacDonald
Introduction to Theology Have you ever wondered what theology is? How do we understand and receive the teachings of the Magisterium? How is Jesus both human and divine? Why is God both One and Three? Why did Jesus institute a Church? Join Fr. Harrison Ayre for an introduction to some of the core elements of Catholic theology. Once a month, on a Friday night from 7 – 9 pm and then on the Saturday from 10:30 – 12:30 (see dates below) Fr. Harrison will be exploring some of the core elements of Catholic theology and teach not only the various elements of Catholic theology, but provide exercises to help the participants think theologically. This is an introductory class, but come expected to be stretched! Register at the Cathedral parish office 2 5 0 - 3 8 8 - 5 5 7 1 o r [email protected] Dates are: Jan. 17 & 18; Feb. 7 & 8; March 13 & 14; April 24 & 25; May 22 & 23.
November 2019Income - $20,717.35
(including PAD donations)Expenses - $19,856.29
PADSt. Joseph the Worker Parish
has Pre-Authorized Debit facilities if you are looking for a
convenient method of donating. Credit card donations
are also accepted. Please call parish office 250-479-7413
Pro-Life Presentation - Victoria - National Campus Life Network - The Momentum Tour A generation is rising up against abortion. This exciting and important event is coming to St. Leopold’s Parish on February 3rd, from 6:45pm to 9:00pm. NCLN’s Operation Director, Frida Abaroa, will speak about NCLN’s work on university campuses to stem the tide of abortion in Canada. NCLN currently works with 21 camppuses across Canada and over 100 young people. For more information: https://ncln.ca/momentum/
Happy New Year from all of us at Our Place! Socks, gloves, ponchos and rain gear, leggings, new underwear for men and women, are always needed. Donations can be dropped off at 919 Pandora in Victoria from 6:30am-9pm every day. www.ourplacesociety.com
Youth Group An Invitation to all Youth Grades 6 and up
after Saturday Mass in St. Joseph’s School Gym
Games, Singing, Fun, Prayer as an Education in Faith
Newsworthy and Noteworthy This Week in our Community
10:30am Living Deeply - Dying Well Workshop - St. Andrew’s Seghers’ Hall7:00pm Start Up - Introduction to Theology - St. Andrew’s Cathedral3:30pm Vancouver Island Catholic Physician Guild with Island Health Ethics Dept - Presentation at St. Edward’s Church Hall, Duncan
6:45 pm Pro-Life Presentation - The Momentum Tour - St. Leopold’s Parish9:00am Diocesan Pastoral Care Outreach Training Session 1 - St. Patrick’s Parish
Up Coming Events & Start Dates
Vancouver Island Catholic Physicians Guild with Island Health Ethics Department present Ethical frameworks to aid in health care decision making (study and discussion) - open to all Member of the Guild and all Catholic Health care workers. Where: St. Edward’s Church Hall, Duncan - When: Friday, January 17th at 3:30pm. Cost: $20. Dinner to follow with guest speaker, Christine Monier, director of L’Arche Comox Valley.
Note from Jim Ross on behalf of Anawim House - Thank you from Anawim for the unbelievable Christmas gifts that you brought in for Anawim House. When I saw the gifts in the box, I was awestruck! Such generous and caring people in our church. One of our new drop in’s was blown away by the amount and quality of our Christmas gifts. C was in near tears as staff wished him a Merry Christmas and gave him a hug. Over 60 drop-ins selected several gifts from a selection of clothes, outerwear, underwear, toiletries, candy, bags, and more.
Jan 11
Jan 17
Jan 17
Feb 3
Feb 22
Monday January 6Parish Office ClosedNo Mass7:30pm K of C Executive Meeting - Church HallTuesday January 7 Memorial St. Andre Bessette, Religious9:00am Mass at Sacred Heart7:00pm Couples for Christ Choir Practice - ChurchWednesday January 89:00am Mass + Jennifer Budding7:00pm RCIA - Journey of Faith - Church HallThursday January 99:00am Mass at Sacred Heart7:00pm Knights of Columbus Meeting - Church HallFriday January 109:00am Mass + Brock ParrottAdoration from 9:30am to 12:00 noon - Come adore and listen - ChurchSaturday January 1110:00am Contemplative Community - Community Room6:00pm Mass + Jennifer Budding7:00pm Youth Group - School GymSunday January 12 Feast Baptism Of The Lord11:00am Mass6:00pm Mass + Deceased Members of the Schnirer Family
New Usher Coordinator needed. Responsibilities include coordinating/scheduling ushers for weekend Masses, and special Masses (i.e., Christmas, Easter), Please contact office if interested.
“Friendship the experience of an Encounter”
2020 Victoria Diocesan Pastoral Care Outreach Training
All Sessions are 9:00am to 3:00pm and are free
St. Patrick’s Parish
Sat. Feb. 22 - Session 1: The Healing Ministry of Christ
Sat. March 14 - Session 2: Listening & Communication and Mental Health
Contact parish office to register:
250 -592-7391 or [email protected]
St. Joseph the Worker Parish
Sat. April 18 - Session 3: The Grieving Process and Ministering to Families
Sat. May 30 - Session 4: Who am I as a Pastoral Care Visitor?
Contact parish office to register:
250-479-7413 or [email protected]
GOT WORDS? The Diocese of Victoria is seeking a Communications Coordinator who is an excellent communicator with first-rate writing skills, solid ability to multi-task, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Together with the Chancellor, you will be responsible for all aspects of communications for the Diocese of Victoria. Experience with InDesign will be an asset. For more information, visit: www.rcdvictoria.org/employment
Thank You to all who worked so hard to help make our Christmas festivities special: Decorators, Choirs, Christmas pageant participants and organizers, Eucharistic Ministers, Proclaimers, Sacristans, Altar Servers, Ushers, Greeters, Presenters, K of C Parking Directors, Vacuumers, and ALL who gave whole heartedly behind the scenes. And of course, thank you Fr. Alfie for all your dedication. We are so blessed!
The 2019 Diocesan Appeal will remain open for a short period of time into the new year . T h e D io ces e wi l l continue to record donations received over Christmas.St. Joseph the Worker Total pledged to date: $59,119.69. That’s 109.48% of our goal pledged!
Living Deeply – Dying Well End of Life Health Issues – Workshop January 11, 2020 from 10:30 – 2:30 pm in St . Andrew ’s Cathedral Hall. We live in a culture that, if we do not prepare to die well, someone else will make decisions for us. Very often they may not reflect our beliefs or wishes. Each person has a God given responsibility to make informed decisions on their own behalf and then communicate those decisions to someone they trust. Lunch will be provided with a d o n a t i o n r e q u e s t e d . Presenters: Phil Jennings, Tim McGee, Annette Turgeon. To register: Please call St. Andrew's Cathedral 250-388-5571 or email: [email protected]
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Pastor Fr. Alfredo MonacelliAdmin Assistant/Secretary/Bookkeeper Jennifer Smith/Sandi Duncan/Pat O’Brien - Office hours 8:30 am-3:30 pm Tuesday-Friday Custodian Ralph Scheurle (250) 727-6010Responsible Ministry Coordinator Ann Glas email: [email protected] Server Training/Coordinator Jeanine Woodman email: [email protected] Kara Kirkpatrick email: [email protected] Community Charlie Allen (778) 433-5772 email: (2nd & 4th Saturdays @ 10 am)[email protected]’s Liturgy of the Word Martin Poulin (250) 744-3288 email: [email protected]’s Religious Education Angela Grohovac, Beth Geras and Lily Blair email: [email protected] Ministry Contact Jenny Di Castri (250) 893-5441SJTW Pastoral Care Outreach Ministry Denise Kyfiuk email: [email protected] and Peace Sister Marina Smith SSA email: [email protected] of Christian Initiation (RCIA) Chris and Carmelle Whiteley (250) 886-2987 email: [email protected] Group - Grades 6 to 12 Claudia and Oscar Hinojosa email: [email protected]. Joseph’s School Pre School-Grade 7. Call school office (250) 479-1232 for more info.Catholic Women’s League(CWL) President: Barbara Strong (250) 881-8612 email: [email protected] of Columbus Gerry Poitras (250-) 812-7611 email: [email protected]. Vincent de Paul Robert Strong (778) 350-0676 email: (3rd Tuesday of month) [email protected]/Hospitality Committee Barbara Strong (250) 881-8612 email: [email protected] Committee Chair Mel Evangelista email: [email protected] Schedule Coordinator Bernadette D’Souza email: [email protected] Training Coordinator Moira King email: [email protected] Committee Esmee Rothschild email: [email protected] Masithuthukisane/SJTW (2015-2020) Project Moira King email: [email protected] and Ecological Justice Committee Sr. Marina Smith email: [email protected] Pastoral Council Brian Fox, Carmelle Whiteley, Mylinh Trinh, Claudia Garcia, George Flint, Karen Wysiecki
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