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Pastor Fr. Jozef Wroblewski
Weekend Assistance Msgr. Jack Hamilton
Office Hours Monday to Friday: 9:30 am—4:00 pm
Office Closed Saturdays and Sundays, and statutory holidays.
75 Poirier Ave. St. Albert, AB T8N 6A1 Phone: 780-459-3694
Fax: 780-460-4239
www.holyfamilyparish.ca [email protected]
[email protected] [email protected]
Sunday Masses Saturday: 5:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am — 11:00 am — 5:00 pm
Daily Mass Monday to Friday: 9:00 am
Adoration
Friday mornings after Mass until 10:30 am.
Confessions Saturdays 11:00 am—Noon.
Barb Magel Jennifer Magel-Smith Bette Klatchuk Raj Vineiros Diane Charles Cindy Sabourin Mark Trepanier Ken Fischer Rosa Cappis Geri Arcand Melissa Nolin Trevor Robertson Alan Stack Eddy Kay Mike McCormick Michelle Black David Perry Walter Huber Carolyn Lindsay Jeannine Lafreniere Edward Kay Georgette Champagne Shelley Gordon Ed Grant Rob Frattin Tony Brassard
Olesia Boles Helen Delory Bill Kaup Greg Hodgson Paul Riopel Randy Wright Rufino Ngayaan Karl Panzeter Cathy Laliberte Ruth Anstruther Helen Fedorchuk Joanne Healey Brian Foster Lucie Thurnbeck Bernie Arnold Bill Shewchuk Beatrice Becigneul Betty Kolada Earl Theilade Lorraine MacDonald Keith Hamilton Susie Patterson Chantelle Butler Duncan Robertson Lena Sokolan Sheila Fischer Emilia Maier
Mary Meister Juliette Pollok Thomas Kho DecolynneJo Barteski Cherica Castro Duncan MacDonald Rita Frederick Mark Schoenberger Douglas Lemieux Richard Sabourin Brenda Fraser Colin Holtner Chuck Mitchell Jr. Dominic Willott Joseph Paquette John Duncan Emily & Sandra Mikalonis Chad Zima Carl Swift Teddy Petryshyn.
Pastoral Care:
Pastoral Care people will bring Communion or visit those who are sick, shut-in or in the hospital. Contact: Jerry Stack 780-459-4589
Please pray for our sick and those who care for them:
Catholic Women’s League:
May the road rise up to meet you, May the wind be always at your back. May the summer sun warm upon your face; the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand. Have a great summer everyone and we will see you on Monday, September 9th at our general meeting.
Sacraments:
Baptism: Preparation: 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7 pm. Celebration: contact the office for Mass availability. 1st Eucharist & Reconciliation: Please call the office or refer to the parish website for more information. Confirmation: Please call the office or refer to the parish web-site for more information. Marriage: please contact the office at least 6 months prior to the wedding. A mandatory preparation course is required.
Ministries/Meeting Dates/Contacts:
Bible Study: Wed. morning: Sr. Jean.:780-458-0111 Building Access: Maurice (780-934-2202) Cross Trainers: Mon. 7pm: Matthew: 780-544-3708 Catholic Women’s League: 1st Mon. Suzanne: 780-418-1001 Divine Mercy: Every Tues: 10:00 am.: Therese: 587-404-1207 Finance Committee: 3rd Thurs.: Laura: 780-459-3694 Knights of Columbus: 4th Wed. (1st & 3rd deg.) Arnold: 780-884-8372 1st Thurs. (4th deg.) Gerald: 780-990-9879 Liturgy Committee: 1st Wed.: Suzanne: 780-458-3494 Maintenance:1st Mon.: Bill: 780-238-4034 Parish Council: 3rd Thurs.: Phil: 780-459-5376 Pastoral Care: 4th Mon.: Jerry: 780-459-4589 RCIA: Contact Parish Office: 780-459-3694. Rosary for the Unborn: Wed. 7pm: Patricia: 780-418-3256 Social Action: 3rd Mon.: Wendy: 780-459-3694 S.S.V.P.: 2nd Tuesdays: Ken: 587-341-5711 Verve(JH)&Unite(SH): Wed./Mon.Eve.: Youth Coord.: 780-459-3694 Wedding Coordinator: Call the Parish Office.
SSVP:
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is an International Volunteer Organization that helps the poor (established in 1833.) Some roles can be done from home while others require visits and deliv-eries of furniture, beds and households goods. If you have any time to spare or would like to make a donation, please contact: Ken Gallagher: [email protected], or 587-341-5711.
Holy Family Parish
June 30th, 2019
13th Sunday in Ordinary Time
From the Office of the Archbishop: Archdiocesan Camps Renewal Project: Update 1
Planning for the redevelopment of Camp Encounter and Our Lady of Victory Camp is under way, and first steps have been taken toward site preparation at Camp Encounter. The Archbishop has appointed a com-mittee to oversee this work, with Lucy Kaakyo of the Office of Lay Apostolate serving as Chair. Committee members see their service as an exciting opportunity to grow our camping ministry in a sustainable way that will continue to build community and support the Church’s evangelizing mission, particularly with our precious young people and their families. Moving Structures As we reviewed the facilities at the camps, we determined that some structures will need to be replaced. At the same time, we learned that our sisters and brothers at Lac Ste Anne are in dire need of improved facili-ties for the pilgrimage site. Lac Ste Anne is the venue for two major gatherings each summer: the Catholic Family Life Conference on the Canada Day long weekend, and the Lac Ste Anne Pilgrimage later in July. Since we will be redeveloping the Camp Encounter site, and since buildings deteriorate more quickly when not in use, it was decided to move three mobile structures from Camp Encounter to Lac Ste Anne. These are the kitchen/mess hall and two trailers that had been used for staff accommodations. We expect the move to take place in the coming days, depending on various logistics. Our friends at Lac Ste Anne are delighted to be receiving these units, which will replace some structures that were so serious-ly dilapidated that they could no longer be used. For your information, plans are also being made to im-prove the pilgrimage site in the long term. If you have questions or comments specifically about the moving of units from Camp Encounter, please contact Andrew Papenbrock, Facilities Coordinator, at 780-469-1010 ext. 2147 or [email protected] Camping Options this Summer Some parents have asked about other camps that might be suitable for their children this summer. While the Archdiocese cannot promote any individual camp, we encourage parents to consider those that are ac-credited by the Alberta Camping Association. Accreditation means that a camp has demonstrated a high level of standards and follows strict protocols to make sure that children get the best experience in the saf-est environment. These standards are related to things like site, facility, administration, leadership, health, food service, and programming. (Both our camps had this accreditation while they were operating.) Safe environment programs vary from camp to camp. It is important that parents inquire with any camp that they are considering about the safe environments standards for that camp. For more information, including a directory of camps and advice on how to choose one, visit the ACA web-site at albertacamping.com. If you’re looking for a faith-filled experience for the whole family, consider attending the Catholic Family Life Conference, which runs June 28—July 1. Hear some inspirational speakers, and connect with friends or make new ones. Some space is available on the site for recreational vehicles. For details and registration information, visit catholicfamilyministires.com.
Upcoming Events
July 1 - Office Closed, Canada Day July 15-19 - VBS Week One, 9:30 am—1:30 pm. August 12-16 - VBS Week Two, 9:30 am—1:30 pm.
13th Sunday in Ordinary Time June 30th, 2019
“Let the dead bury their dead. But you, go and proclaim the kingdom of God.”
Saturday– June 29th Sts. Peter & Paul
5:00 pm— Damo Family (living and deceased members)
Sunday—June 30th 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time
9:00 am – Elmer Wifladt † 11:00 am - Holy Family Parishioners
5:00 pm—Marie Fraser †
Monday—July 1st 9:00 am—Bernadette Currie †
Tuesday—July 2nd
9:00 am - Gust & Pauline Jauch †
Wednesday—July 3rd St. Thomas the Apostle
9:00 am - Special Intention *10:30 am—Special Intention
Thursday—July 4th
9:00 am—Michael Domke † *10:00 am—For Our Seniors
Friday—July 5th
8:30 am - All Intentions will be prayed at the altar.
Saturday– July 6th 5:00 pm— Raymond Fulford †
Sunday—July 7th
14th Sunday in Ordinary Time 9:00 am – Holy Family Parishioners
11:00 am - Marie Willette † 5:00 pm—Murray Sokolan †
Mass Intentions:
*Mass celebrated outside the Parish
Do you want to meet youth your age who share your faith? Do you want to play amazing games with amazing people? Do you want to have great discussions about the faith? Unite and Verve are for you! Thank you to all the youth who came to our youth groups this
year! We hope you had amazing experiences, and we can’t wait to see you next year! Our youth groups are now officially
over, but keep an eye out for fun summer events! Unite: Mondays from 7:00—9:00 pm for grades 9-12!
Verve: Wednesdays from 7:00—8:30 pm for grades 6-8. If you are interested, or have questions, please email Noëlle at [email protected]
June Saint of the Month: St. John the Baptist Feast Day: June 24th
“Anyone with two tunics should share with him who has none.” ~St. John the Baptist
POPE’S PRAYER INTENTIONS:
The Mode of Life of Priests. That priests, through the mod-esty and humility of their lives, commit themselves actively to a solidarity with those who are most poor.
Anniversaries:
If you are celebrating an anniversary in June please contact the parish office. As requested by Pope Francis, we celebrate the commitment to Marriage:
Terry & Rachelle Capp (53 Years) Bill & Verne Billings (40 Years)
Chuck & Verna Attwood (63 Years) Cor & Gail de Boon (47 Years)
Roger & Mary Ann Sabourin (58 Years) Bill & Keatha Buckham (55 Years) Clem & Theresa Chiasson (56 Years)
Bill & Helen Surmon (52 Years) Steve & Cathy Horvath (47 Years)
Angelo & Shirley Borrelli (25 Years) Gregory & Kristen Schiller (11 Years) Keith & Patricia Hamilton (59 Years) Allan & Marie Wiedman (50 Years) Henri & Holly Charron (25 Years)
Mercy Minutes:
God approaches the soul in a special way known only to Himself and to the soul. No one perceives this mysterious union. Love presides in this union, and everything is achieved by love alone. Diary 622.
Summer Programs at Star of the North:
Triumph: Freedom Through Healing, facilitated by Donna and Jerry Kristian 7:00 pm, Wednesday, July 3—2:00 pm, Thursday, July 11. Live in 9 day retreat all meals included, Cost: $1395. Tri-umph is a facilitated nine-day program designed to bring healing and spiritual growth to the wounded places of our being. We invite you to come and encounter God on this gentle, powerful and life changing journey of inner healing and transformation...a journey leading more deeply into a fulfilled, peaceful, Christ-centered life filled with joy. Still Green and Growing: Spirituality for Our Wisdom Years, facilitated by Archbishop Emeritus Sylvain Lavoie. 7:00 pm, Friday July 5-July 6th 4:00 pm. Live in $150, commute $100 (includes lunch). We all face three challenges in life: how to live life to the full, how to age graciously, and how to die well. The last two chal-lenges are becoming more urgent, as we are living longer lives but lack a spirituality for our wisdom years. This retreat will focus on personal growth, inner healing and human development from the perspective of the second half of our lives.
Financial Update—May 31, 2019:
In spite of these uncertain economic times, we are holding our own. We are meeting our monthly operating expenses of approximately $50,000 and the contributions to Together We Serve and our loan repayment schedule are being met. I thank you for your generosity and stewardship. ~Fr. Jozef Wroblewski—Pastor
Alpha Program:
Alpha is a series of interactive sessions exploring our faith. Each session looks at a different ques-tion and is designed to create conversation. There’s no pressure and no charge. It’s just an open, informal and honest place to start encoun-tering Jesus. This is not a catechesis program, but
instead, it is a starting point on your faith journey. It will run from September—November on Thursday evenings from 6:15—8:15 pm. Dinner is provided. For more information or to register, please contact the parish office. 780-459-3694 or [email protected].
Income: Ordinary Sunday Collection: $227, 734 Other Income: $25,586 Total Income: $253,320
Surplus: $5, 856
Together We Serve: $26, 727 out of $67, 000 = 40%
Expenses: Operating Expense: $197, 363 Cathedral Tax: $50, 101 Total Expenses: $247, 464
Loan to the Archdiocese: $426, 000 $46, 000 (Paid) $380, 000 (Balance)
Music Ministry at Masses in July and August—Leaders of Song needed from the congregation!
Music at the weekend Masses in July and August will be the same as at weekday Masses in our parish—a Leader of Song to start off a well-known hymn at the beginning/Entrance, and another hymn at the end/Recessional. No parts of the Mass nor the Responsorial psalm to be sung. If an Adult Server asks before Mass for someone to choose the hymns and start them off, please be generous and volunteer to do so. The congregation will join in after a word or two as long as the songs are well known. Thank you!
Thank You! Many thanks to all our volunteers. May God Bless you! It is through people like you that Jesus shows His love for us. You are God’s grateful blessings. Thanks for all you have done. Thank God for you! Wishing you all a safe and blessed summer, Father Jozef and Parish staff
Office Summer Hours:
The office will be open from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm (noon). Starting July 2 until September 3. Enjoy this summer with your families!
Upcoming Events
July 1 - Office Closed, Canada Day July 15-19 - VBS Week One, 9:30 am—1:30 pm. August 12-16 - VBS Week Two, 9:30 am—1:30 pm.
13th Sunday in Ordinary Time June 30th, 2019
“Let the dead bury their dead. But you, go and proclaim the kingdom of God.”
Saturday– June 29th Sts. Peter & Paul
5:00 pm— Damo Family (living and deceased members)
Sunday—June 30th 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time
9:00 am – Elmer Wifladt † 11:00 am - Holy Family Parishioners
5:00 pm—Marie Fraser †
Monday—July 1st 9:00 am—Bernadette Currie †
Tuesday—July 2nd
9:00 am - Gust & Pauline Jauch †
Wednesday—July 3rd St. Thomas the Apostle
9:00 am - Special Intention *10:30 am—Special Intention
Thursday—July 4th
9:00 am—Michael Domke † *10:00 am—For Our Seniors
Friday—July 5th
8:30 am - All Intentions will be prayed at the altar.
Saturday– July 6th 5:00 pm— Raymond Fulford †
Sunday—July 7th
14th Sunday in Ordinary Time 9:00 am – Holy Family Parishioners
11:00 am - Marie Willette † 5:00 pm—Murray Sokolan †
Mass Intentions:
*Mass celebrated outside the Parish
Do you want to meet youth your age who share your faith? Do you want to play amazing games with amazing people? Do you want to have great discussions about the faith? Unite and Verve are for you! Thank you to all the youth who came to our youth groups this
year! We hope you had amazing experiences, and we can’t wait to see you next year! Our youth groups are now officially
over, but keep an eye out for fun summer events! Unite: Mondays from 7:00—9:00 pm for grades 9-12!
Verve: Wednesdays from 7:00—8:30 pm for grades 6-8. If you are interested, or have questions, please email Noëlle at [email protected]
June Saint of the Month: St. John the Baptist Feast Day: June 24th
“Anyone with two tunics should share with him who has none.” ~St. John the Baptist
POPE’S PRAYER INTENTIONS:
The Mode of Life of Priests. That priests, through the mod-esty and humility of their lives, commit themselves actively to a solidarity with those who are most poor.
Anniversaries:
If you are celebrating an anniversary in June please contact the parish office. As requested by Pope Francis, we celebrate the commitment to Marriage:
Terry & Rachelle Capp (53 Years) Bill & Verne Billings (40 Years)
Chuck & Verna Attwood (63 Years) Cor & Gail de Boon (47 Years)
Roger & Mary Ann Sabourin (58 Years) Bill & Keatha Buckham (55 Years) Clem & Theresa Chiasson (56 Years)
Bill & Helen Surmon (52 Years) Steve & Cathy Horvath (47 Years)
Angelo & Shirley Borrelli (25 Years) Gregory & Kristen Schiller (11 Years) Keith & Patricia Hamilton (59 Years) Allan & Marie Wiedman (50 Years) Henri & Holly Charron (25 Years)
Mercy Minutes:
God approaches the soul in a special way known only to Himself and to the soul. No one perceives this mysterious union. Love presides in this union, and everything is achieved by love alone. Diary 622.
Summer Programs at Star of the North:
Triumph: Freedom Through Healing, facilitated by Donna and Jerry Kristian 7:00 pm, Wednesday, July 3—2:00 pm, Thursday, July 11. Live in 9 day retreat all meals included, Cost: $1395. Tri-umph is a facilitated nine-day program designed to bring healing and spiritual growth to the wounded places of our being. We invite you to come and encounter God on this gentle, powerful and life changing journey of inner healing and transformation...a journey leading more deeply into a fulfilled, peaceful, Christ-centered life filled with joy. Still Green and Growing: Spirituality for Our Wisdom Years, facilitated by Archbishop Emeritus Sylvain Lavoie. 7:00 pm, Friday July 5-July 6th 4:00 pm. Live in $150, commute $100 (includes lunch). We all face three challenges in life: how to live life to the full, how to age graciously, and how to die well. The last two chal-lenges are becoming more urgent, as we are living longer lives but lack a spirituality for our wisdom years. This retreat will focus on personal growth, inner healing and human development from the perspective of the second half of our lives.
Financial Update—May 31, 2019:
In spite of these uncertain economic times, we are holding our own. We are meeting our monthly operating expenses of approximately $50,000 and the contributions to Together We Serve and our loan repayment schedule are being met. I thank you for your generosity and stewardship. ~Fr. Jozef Wroblewski—Pastor
Alpha Program:
Alpha is a series of interactive sessions exploring our faith. Each session looks at a different ques-tion and is designed to create conversation. There’s no pressure and no charge. It’s just an open, informal and honest place to start encoun-tering Jesus. This is not a catechesis program, but
instead, it is a starting point on your faith journey. It will run from September—November on Thursday evenings from 6:15—8:15 pm. Dinner is provided. For more information or to register, please contact the parish office. 780-459-3694 or [email protected].
Income: Ordinary Sunday Collection: $227, 734 Other Income: $25,586 Total Income: $253,320
Surplus: $5, 856
Together We Serve: $26, 727 out of $67, 000 = 40%
Expenses: Operating Expense: $197, 363 Cathedral Tax: $50, 101 Total Expenses: $247, 464
Loan to the Archdiocese: $426, 000 $46, 000 (Paid) $380, 000 (Balance)
Music Ministry at Masses in July and August—Leaders of Song needed from the congregation!
Music at the weekend Masses in July and August will be the same as at weekday Masses in our parish—a Leader of Song to start off a well-known hymn at the beginning/Entrance, and another hymn at the end/Recessional. No parts of the Mass nor the Responsorial psalm to be sung. If an Adult Server asks before Mass for someone to choose the hymns and start them off, please be generous and volunteer to do so. The congregation will join in after a word or two as long as the songs are well known. Thank you!
Thank You! Many thanks to all our volunteers. May God Bless you! It is through people like you that Jesus shows His love for us. You are God’s grateful blessings. Thanks for all you have done. Thank God for you! Wishing you all a safe and blessed summer, Father Jozef and Parish staff
Office Summer Hours:
The office will be open from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm (noon). Starting July 2 until September 3. Enjoy this summer with your families!
Pastor Fr. Jozef Wroblewski
Weekend Assistance Msgr. Jack Hamilton
Office Hours Monday to Friday: 9:30 am—4:00 pm
Office Closed Saturdays and Sundays, and statutory holidays.
75 Poirier Ave. St. Albert, AB T8N 6A1 Phone: 780-459-3694
Fax: 780-460-4239
www.holyfamilyparish.ca [email protected]
[email protected] [email protected]
Sunday Masses Saturday: 5:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am — 11:00 am — 5:00 pm
Daily Mass Monday to Friday: 9:00 am
Adoration
Friday mornings after Mass until 10:30 am.
Confessions Saturdays 11:00 am—Noon.
Barb Magel Jennifer Magel-Smith Bette Klatchuk Raj Vineiros Diane Charles Cindy Sabourin Mark Trepanier Ken Fischer Rosa Cappis Geri Arcand Melissa Nolin Trevor Robertson Alan Stack Eddy Kay Mike McCormick Michelle Black David Perry Walter Huber Carolyn Lindsay Jeannine Lafreniere Edward Kay Georgette Champagne Shelley Gordon Ed Grant Rob Frattin Tony Brassard
Olesia Boles Helen Delory Bill Kaup Greg Hodgson Paul Riopel Randy Wright Rufino Ngayaan Karl Panzeter Cathy Laliberte Ruth Anstruther Helen Fedorchuk Joanne Healey Brian Foster Lucie Thurnbeck Bernie Arnold Bill Shewchuk Beatrice Becigneul Betty Kolada Earl Theilade Lorraine MacDonald Keith Hamilton Susie Patterson Chantelle Butler Duncan Robertson Lena Sokolan Sheila Fischer Emilia Maier
Mary Meister Juliette Pollok Thomas Kho DecolynneJo Barteski Cherica Castro Duncan MacDonald Rita Frederick Mark Schoenberger Douglas Lemieux Richard Sabourin Brenda Fraser Colin Holtner Chuck Mitchell Jr. Dominic Willott Joseph Paquette John Duncan Emily & Sandra Mikalonis Chad Zima Carl Swift Teddy Petryshyn.
Pastoral Care:
Pastoral Care people will bring Communion or visit those who are sick, shut-in or in the hospital. Contact: Jerry Stack 780-459-4589
Please pray for our sick and those who care for them:
Catholic Women’s League:
May the road rise up to meet you, May the wind be always at your back. May the summer sun warm upon your face; the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand. Have a great summer everyone and we will see you on Monday, September 9th at our general meeting.
Sacraments:
Baptism: Preparation: 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7 pm. Celebration: contact the office for Mass availability. 1st Eucharist & Reconciliation: Please call the office or refer to the parish website for more information. Confirmation: Please call the office or refer to the parish web-site for more information. Marriage: please contact the office at least 6 months prior to the wedding. A mandatory preparation course is required.
Ministries/Meeting Dates/Contacts:
Bible Study: Wed. morning: Sr. Jean.:780-458-0111 Building Access: Maurice (780-934-2202) Cross Trainers: Mon. 7pm: Matthew: 780-544-3708 Catholic Women’s League: 1st Mon. Suzanne: 780-418-1001 Divine Mercy: Every Tues: 10:00 am.: Therese: 587-404-1207 Finance Committee: 3rd Thurs.: Laura: 780-459-3694 Knights of Columbus: 4th Wed. (1st & 3rd deg.) Arnold: 780-884-8372 1st Thurs. (4th deg.) Gerald: 780-990-9879 Liturgy Committee: 1st Wed.: Suzanne: 780-458-3494 Maintenance:1st Mon.: Bill: 780-238-4034 Parish Council: 3rd Thurs.: Phil: 780-459-5376 Pastoral Care: 4th Mon.: Jerry: 780-459-4589 RCIA: Contact Parish Office: 780-459-3694. Rosary for the Unborn: Wed. 7pm: Patricia: 780-418-3256 Social Action: 3rd Mon.: Wendy: 780-459-3694 S.S.V.P.: 2nd Tuesdays: Ken: 587-341-5711 Verve(JH)&Unite(SH): Wed./Mon.Eve.: Youth Coord.: 780-459-3694 Wedding Coordinator: Call the Parish Office.
SSVP:
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is an International Volunteer Organization that helps the poor (established in 1833.) Some roles can be done from home while others require visits and deliv-eries of furniture, beds and households goods. If you have any time to spare or would like to make a donation, please contact: Ken Gallagher: [email protected], or 587-341-5711.
Holy Family Parish
June 30th, 2019
13th Sunday in Ordinary Time
From the Office of the Archbishop: Archdiocesan Camps Renewal Project: Update 1
Planning for the redevelopment of Camp Encounter and Our Lady of Victory Camp is under way, and first steps have been taken toward site preparation at Camp Encounter. The Archbishop has appointed a com-mittee to oversee this work, with Lucy Kaakyo of the Office of Lay Apostolate serving as Chair. Committee members see their service as an exciting opportunity to grow our camping ministry in a sustainable way that will continue to build community and support the Church’s evangelizing mission, particularly with our precious young people and their families. Moving Structures As we reviewed the facilities at the camps, we determined that some structures will need to be replaced. At the same time, we learned that our sisters and brothers at Lac Ste Anne are in dire need of improved facili-ties for the pilgrimage site. Lac Ste Anne is the venue for two major gatherings each summer: the Catholic Family Life Conference on the Canada Day long weekend, and the Lac Ste Anne Pilgrimage later in July. Since we will be redeveloping the Camp Encounter site, and since buildings deteriorate more quickly when not in use, it was decided to move three mobile structures from Camp Encounter to Lac Ste Anne. These are the kitchen/mess hall and two trailers that had been used for staff accommodations. We expect the move to take place in the coming days, depending on various logistics. Our friends at Lac Ste Anne are delighted to be receiving these units, which will replace some structures that were so serious-ly dilapidated that they could no longer be used. For your information, plans are also being made to im-prove the pilgrimage site in the long term. If you have questions or comments specifically about the moving of units from Camp Encounter, please contact Andrew Papenbrock, Facilities Coordinator, at 780-469-1010 ext. 2147 or [email protected] Camping Options this Summer Some parents have asked about other camps that might be suitable for their children this summer. While the Archdiocese cannot promote any individual camp, we encourage parents to consider those that are ac-credited by the Alberta Camping Association. Accreditation means that a camp has demonstrated a high level of standards and follows strict protocols to make sure that children get the best experience in the saf-est environment. These standards are related to things like site, facility, administration, leadership, health, food service, and programming. (Both our camps had this accreditation while they were operating.) Safe environment programs vary from camp to camp. It is important that parents inquire with any camp that they are considering about the safe environments standards for that camp. For more information, including a directory of camps and advice on how to choose one, visit the ACA web-site at albertacamping.com. If you’re looking for a faith-filled experience for the whole family, consider attending the Catholic Family Life Conference, which runs June 28—July 1. Hear some inspirational speakers, and connect with friends or make new ones. Some space is available on the site for recreational vehicles. For details and registration information, visit catholicfamilyministires.com.
