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PARISH OFFICE & STAFF
Office & Mailing Address:
30 Elma Street West
Okotoks, Alberta T1S 1J7
Phone: 403-938-3122
Fax: 403-938-0524
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: Monday to Friday:
8:30 a.m. to 12 Noon and 1:00—3:30 pm
Closed 3rd Friday of the Month
St. James Church Address:
338 Avenue & 32nd St. East
Pastor: Fr. Jaroslaw Dziuba, SDS (Fr. Yarek)
Appointments are to be arranged through the
Parish Office.
EMERGENCIES ONLY: Fr. Yarek at 403-613-2680
Please speak clearly and state your name and phone
number.
Dominical Vicar: Fr. Stephen Smith
Deacon: Deacon Ken Waddle; [email protected]
Religious Education & Youth Ministry Coordinator:
Sr. Lucille Field, S.I.T.G.
Youth Assistant: Maria Van Kampen
Administrative Assistant: Deborah Quinlan
Part-Time Secretary: Vi Lake
Bulletin Deadline: Thursday, 12 Noon. Send to:
Parish Website: http://stjamesparishrc.com
CHECK THE PARISH WEBSITE FOR LITURGY SCHEDULES, PARISH COUNCIL MINUTES AND
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St. James Church & St. Michael’s Church
MASS SCHEDULE — WEEKLY
SUNDAY MASSES
9:00 a.m. — Black Diamond
11:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m. — Okotoks
WEEKDAY MASSES
Okotoks: Tuesday at 7:00pm
Thursday at 9:00am
2nd, 3rd & 4th Saturdays at 9:00am
Black Diamond: Wednesday & Friday, 9:00am and
1st Saturday of every month at 9:00am.
MASS INTENTIONS (May 25—May 31, 2014) Sunday 9:00 am t George Martin
11:00 am J. Marcyniuk
7:00 pm People of the Parish
Tuesday 7:00 pm t Rose Zubot
Wednesday 9:00 am Kathy Fraser
Thursday 9:00 am Special Intention
Friday 9:00 am t Ann Margaret Santos
Saturday 9:00 am t Special Intention
Reconciliation
Tuesday after 7:00 pm Mass
Okotoks: Sunday evening only — 6:30 to
6:55pm or by appointment; Wednesdays during
Lent—7:30 –8:30 pm
Black Diamond: after weekday Mass or by
appointment
Solemn Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
St. Michael’s, Friday, 9:30-10:30am
St. James, Tuesday, 7:30-8:30pm
Building and Sustaining One
Parish Community
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YOUTH ACTIVITIES - ST. JAMES CHURCH St. James Youth Group (SJY) will have our Glow
Bowling –Pizza Wind-up on May 30 from 7-9pm at Millennium Lanes. Registration is $5.00 per person. All youth grades 7-12 are invited to “come and see” the fun we have when we get together. Don’t forget to wear white!! To register contact Sr. Lucille at [email protected] or phone the parish office.
ADULT ACTIVITIES - ST. JAMES CHURCH Men's Prayer and Discussion Group - Meet at 7:30
pm on Monday, meeting room behind altar.
Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group— next meeting is Monday, May 26th at 7:30 pm. Join us for praise, worship and a talk. The topic will be “Supernatural Gift of Faith”.
Praying with Heart & Body classes held every Monday from 7-8pm at Holy Trinity Academy
Book Club— Due to the late posting of a book to read for this month, it has been unanimously decided (by me), that we will watch a video based on a book written on May 27 at St. James Church
from 7:30-9:00pm. All are welcome to come and relax with your fellow parishioners. Snacks and refreshments provided.
The Scriptural Rosary Prayer Group – Monday May 28th at 7:00 pm for all Moms and Dads.
Moms’ Group — Mothers of all ages come join us on Wednesday from 10:00-11:30am at St. James Church. Child care is provided. May 28 - May's 'hot topic' with Allene St. James Catholic Women’s League—Okotoks Our June windup will be held on Wednesday, June 11th at St. James Church. All women of the parish are invited to attend. The evening will begin with refreshments at 5:30 pm and a delicious full course meal, prepared by Pizzaberg, at 6:30 pm. The cost is $25.00 each. CWL members are encouraged to bring a friend. For reservations call Vi at 403-938-2369. Payment can be dropped off at the parish office. Deadline is Wednesday, June 4th. K of C—St. Michael’s Church, Black Diamond Meetings: Every 2nd Tuesday, 7:30 pm at the church. Call Steve Dookie, Grand Knight, at 403-933-5757. Pancake Breakfast: 3rd Sunday after Mass.
PARISH ACTIVITIES K of C—St. James Church, Okotoks Meetings every 1st Tuesday of the month after the 7:00 pm Mass at the church. For information contact Patrick Lamontagne, Grand Knight at 403-899-7472. ALTAR SERVER TRAINING —We will be conducting an Altar Server training session at 10:30 am on Saturday, June 7th at St James Church in Okotoks. Parents are welcome to attend with their children. Senior servers are invited to share their leadership skills and experience by assisting in the training. The training session will be approximately one hour long and there will be snacks and refreshments. Please confirm your attendance by email [email protected]. We are also looking for persons wanting to join the Altar Server Ministry. The children would have to be in grades three and up. Any boy or girl who has received their first communion can become an Altar Server. Altar serving promotes responsibility, accountability, teamwork and serves an important leadership role in the parish community. Please feel free to contact Peter or Nancy Kiranas by phone at 403-995-0977 or email [email protected].
Coffee Sunday Black Diamond: 1st Sunday each month Okotoks: 3rd Sunday each month, K of C
PENTECOST
Vigil Mass
Come experience praise and worship,
Inspiring talk, Mass and Prayer for
outpouring of the Holy Spirit.
7:00—7:30 Praise Worship
7:30—9:00 Holy Mass (bilingual)
9:00 - 9:30 Praise & Worship
9:30—10:00 Prayer Ministry
7:00—10:00 pm
Saturday, June 7, 2014
Holy Spirit Patrish
10827—24th St. SW. Calgary, AB
Sponsored by CCCRS
St. James Par ish Page 3
Weekly Collection
Report 2014
May 18th
Collections
Budget
Over (Under) Budget
Year to date
Collections
Year to date Budget
Over (Under) Budget
Operating Fund $ 7,336 $ 10,553 $ (3,217) $ 235,631 $ 224,055 $ 11,576
Together in Action (TIA) $ 145 $ 801 $ (656) $ 18,912 $ 15,219 $ 3,693
Gifting Options — Envelopes are great, so is cash, but make it easier by switching to Pre-Authorized Debit (PAD). PAD ensures regular cash flow for the parish and eliminates “seasonal ups and down”! You can set the amount you wish to donate and to which fund (operating, Together in Action, etc.) each month. We can debit bank accounts or credit cards. Call the Parish Office, 403-938-3122, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm to have a form mailed or emailed. Forms are also available on the information table in the narthex—check the Registration Binder (Blue).
Sale of Safeway and Sobeys Gift Cards
Safeway and Sobeys gift cards are sold at
face value every second Sunday after the
11 am and 7 pm Mass as well as at the
Parish Office. Cash, cheque, debit and
credit card can be used for payment. An
average of 7.5% of the value goes toward
supporting Parish activities. Our goal for
2014 is to sell $11,000 per month or
$132,000 annually which will contribute
$10,000 towards the Parish.
Actual
May 1 to May 17 $ 4,200.00
Year to date $39,987.00
Proceeds to the Parish $ 2,999.03
We Need Your Help St. James Church is in need of more ushers to serve at the 11:00 am Mass. If you are interested, please call the Parish Office, 403-938-3122 or email: [email protected].
PRAYER FOR POPE FRANCIS
Lord, source of eternal life and truth, give to Your shepherd, Pope Francis, a spirit of courage and right judgement, a spirit of knowledge and love. By governing with fidelity those entrusted to his care may he, as successor to the apostle Peter and vicar of Christ, build Your church into a sacrament of unity, love, and peace for all the world. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. AMEN
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SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION 2014
BAPTISM PREPARATION If your child is seven years old or younger you are required to attend two classes on two consecutive Tuesdays. The classes are from 7:00-9:00 pm at St. James Church.
Session Three: May 27
Session Four: September 16 & 23
A baptismal registration form must be handed into the parish office before the start of the session. Baptisms are on the second Sunday of every month after the 11:00am Mass in Okotoks or during 9:00 am Mass in Black Diamond OR by special arrangements with Fr. Yarek. If your child is older than seven years and in need of baptism please contact Sr. Lucille at the parish office 403-938-3122.
FIRST COMMUNION 2014
Usually Grade 2 and up.
Sunday, June 8, 9:00-10:30am followed by 11am Mass Class for parent and child. (Parent/
sponsor is required to attend this class in order to take part in the sacrament.)
Rehearsal will take place during this time.
Sunday, June 15 or June 22 – FIRST COMMUNION SUNDAYS Parents choose which Sunday and
they must notify the team at the June 8
th class or parish office.
MARRIAGE PREPARATION Phone the Parish Office at least 6 months before marriage and make an appointment with Fr. Yarek. Marriage preparation sessions are mandatory for those preparing for marriage. Sessions are at St. James Church, Friday from 7-9pm and Saturday from 9-4pm Session Three: October 24 & 25, 2014 Registration fee is $80.00 per couple for workbook and supplies.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Registration is ongoing for all those interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith. Inquirers are instructed in the Catholic Faith and introduced to the life of the Church. The sessions are Wednesdays from 7-9pm at St. James Church. For more information please call Sr. Lucille at 403-938-3122.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Teens This program is designed for all youth from grades 6 to 9 who desire to receive the Catholic Sacraments they have missed and for any youth who wishes to be fully initiated into the Catholic Church. Please contact Sr. Lucille for more information at 403-938-3122.
take five minutes to feed your faith every day
Remove this page from the bulletin and put it where you’ll see it each day.
Invest just five minutes a day, and your faith will deepen and grow—a day at a
time.
SUNDAY, MAY 25, 2014 SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Ask for directions The seven essential ingredients for a happy and holy life are available to you at all times. Simply call on the Holy Spirit—your divine Advocate—and in one breath you will receive: wisdom, understanding, counsel, knowledge, fortitude, piety, and wonder and awe. Whenever you find yourself emotionally overwrought or on an uncertain course, remember not to act out of anger or fear. Look to God for help, and the peace of God’s Spirit will come.
TODAY’S READINGS: Acts 8:5-8, 14-17; 1 Peter 3:15-18; John 14:15-21 (55). “And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate to be with you always.”
MONDAY, MAY 26 MEMORIAL OF PHILIP NERI, PRIEST
A smile is worth the effort Even in corrupt 16th-century Rome, Saint Philip retained a joyful spirit—a sure sign of the presence of the Holy Spirit. “A joyful heart is more easily made perfect than a downcast one,” he said. Do you ever catch yourself slipping into the character of a grouch? Careful research has shown that, counter to popular belief, it actually takes more muscles to smile than to frown, but isn’t it worth the effort to build up those smile muscles? Make Philip’s prayer your own: “Let me get through today, and I shall not fear tomorrow.”
TODAY’S READINGS: Acts 16:11-15; John 15:26-16:4a (291). “The Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father . . . will testify to me.”
TUESDAY, MAY 27 MEMORIAL OF AUGUSTINE OF CANTERBURY, BISHOP, RELIGIOUS, MISSIONARY
Don’t give up Saint Augustine of Canterbury is called the “Apostle of England” for bringing Christianity to the Anglo-Saxons. It wasn’t easy—they were a rough crowd, and they clung fiercely to their customs. Augustine experienced frustration, failure, and self-doubt, but he kept trying and at least partially succeeded in establishing the English church. Pope Gregory the Great wrote to him reassuringly: “He who would climb to a lofty height must go by steps, not leaps.” Even when it seems as if you’re not making headway, sometimes the only thing you can do is keep pushing forward.
TODAY’S READINGS: Acts 16:22-34; John 16:5-11 (292). “Believe in the Lord Jesus and you and your household will be saved.”
WEDNESDAY, MAY 28 EASTER WEEKDAY
Are you searching in the dark? Faith requires you to open your eyes to the light. It demands conscious decisions day by day. Christianity has no set-it-and-forget-it mode. If you’re not exercising a vital, growing faith, your spirit is probably withering on the vine. Which is why unchurched seekers who eagerly grope for answers to life’s mysteries are sometimes more spiritually healthy than regular churchgoers who park in the pews and vegetate. Saint Paul was impressed by Athenians who worshipped the “unknown god.” Do you
sometimes fall into the trap of thinking you know God too well to seek further?
TODAY’S READINGS: Acts 17:15, 22-18:1; John 16:12-15 (293). “What therefore you unknowingly worship, I proclaim to you.”
THURSDAY, MAY 29 SOLEMNITY OF THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD
Rise to the occasion When Christ was raised from the dead, it wasn’t merely a matter of his soul going to heaven. He first appeared physically to his disciples. Then when he did ascend, he took his body with him. His return to the right hand of the Father made sense because Jesus was, after all, God. His body going with him, however, was just as necessary because God did not take on human form only to shed it as if it were a burden. That is the great calling the celebration of the Ascension reminds you of: to share in God’s life and rise to God.
TODAY’S READINGS: Acts 1:1-11; Ephesians 1:17-23; Matthew 28:16-20 (58). “He presented himself alive to them.”
FRIDAY, MAY 30 EASTER WEEKDAY
Heal the breach On this date in 1868, only a few years after the U.S. Civil War ended, “Decoration Day,” which later became Memorial Day, was celebrated for the first time. The idea was to unite and heal a wounded nation while honoring those who had fallen on all sides. The date was selected in part because it was not the anniversary of any particular battle, in part because it was seen as the optimal date for flowers to be in bloom. Give a flower and heal a division in your own life today.
TODAY’S READINGS: Acts 18:9-18; John 16:20-23 (295). “You will grieve, but your grief will become joy.”
SATURDAY, MAY 31 FEAST OF THE VISITATION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
See God in people God often speaks through relationships with other people. A conversation with a friend can reveal a deeper truth. A simple smile from a stranger can tell of the wonderful love of God. Memories can call forth gratitude or alert you to the need for greater reflection. Truly it is in encountering others that the spirit of God stirs within. Just ask Mary as she encountered Elizabeth at the Visitation. Pay attention to the people in your life who make your soul jump. Cherish these moments and remember: The life of Christ is contained in everyone you meet.
TODAY’S READINGS: Zephaniah 3:14-18a or Romans 12:9-16; Luke 1:39-56 (572). “My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my Savior.”
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Employment Opportunity - Part Time Administrative Assistant
St James Parish Office in Okotoks is the primary contact for both pastoral and operational functions within the Parishes of St James and St Michaels. The Office wishes to augment the current staff complement by inviting applications for a part time Administrative Assistant which will include both reception and administrative duties. This position will report to the Senior Administrator. Duties will include
Preparing the weekly bulletin Answering phones Maintaining Parish records including updating the website Preparing liturgy schedules Assisting the Pastor, Religious Ed/Youth Co-ordinator and Senior Administrator
The hours of work will be 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. The days of work will be rotational on a weekly basis (2 days/3days) Requirements
An active, participating Catholic Good interpersonal and communication skills. Good knowledge of Microsoft office programs including Outlook-Excel-word-publisher Flexibility in work scheduling and able to work outside normal office hours on occasion Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team Manage confidential information and documents Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees, church
members and the public Able to lift up to 10 kilograms Possess a valid driver’s license and vehicle Agreement to submit to a Vulnerability Sector Police Information Check , and agreement to
the Model Code of Conduct
Applications Interested persons may apply by submitting a cover letter and their resumé for the position by one of the following means. E-mail to: “[email protected]” Fax to: 403-938-0524- c/o Deborah Quinlan Mail to: 30 Elma Street West- Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1J7 This posting will close by May 31, 2014 or until a suitable candidate is found.
Roman Catholic Diocese of Calgary Announcements from the Catholic Pastoral Centre for
May 25th 2014, Sixth Sunday of Easter
Assembly of Women Religious Day of information on Religious Life. Invitation to young single women, ages 16-35.
Are you curious about religious life? Do you have questions? Come spend time with a small group of Sisters on
Sunday, June 1st, 2014, at St. Luke's Church, 1566 Northmount Dr. N.W. It will begin with Sunday Mass at 12:30
p.m., ending at 5:30 p.m. There will be lunch and time for information, questions, sharing and prayer. To register
visit www.facebook.com/vocationsretreat2014 or contact: Sr. Terry Smith, FCJ at 403-228-3623 or
[email protected] . Deadline: May 25th. A $5.00 fee is payable following the Mass. The hour of prayer from 4:30
to 5:30 pm includes Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, sung Vespers and Benediction. Everyone is invited to come
and join the retreatants for that hour of prayer.
Health Care Apostolate The Health Care Apostolate is providing a one-day workshop on Compassion Fatigue and/or Burnout on Saturday,
May 31, 2014 at St. Michael’s Parish Community (800 – 85th Street S.W., Calgary). The workshop starts at 9:00am
and ends at 3:00pm. Registration is $40, which includes lunch. For information/registration call 403-218-5507 or
The Health Care Apostolate is providing a one-day workshop on Alzheimer’s disease on Saturday, June 7, 2014 at
St. Martha’s Parish (355 Columbia Blvd., Lethbridge, AB). The workshop starts with registration at 8:30am and
ends at 3:00pm. Registration is $20, which includes lunch. For information/registration call 403-218-5507 or
Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs
Serve Day, June 21, 2014: Christian Churches and communities take part in a day of Christian service to their
communities. This year’s Serve Day joins forces with the Mayor and the City of Calgary in the anniversary of the
floods that ravaged Southern Alberta last year. Contact your Pastor when, how and if your parish is participating or
Adrian Martens 403-218-5521, [email protected].
Social Justice Ministry Calgary Diocesan Development and Peace Council AGM & Social Gathering – All members are invited to attend
the Annual General Meeting on Monday June 9, 2014 at 5:30pm at library of the Catholic Pastoral Centre (120 –
17th Ave. S.W., Calgary). Elections of the new Executive Council will take place. If you would like to nominate
someone or would like to submit your name for consideration, please contact Sara Farid at [email protected] to
indicate your nomination/interest. Review of the 2013/2014 Financials and a Reflection by the Regional
Representative and National Council Member, Jolanta Krysiak will take place as well. The AGM will be followed by
Dinner at 6:45pm at Cibo Restaurant (1012 17th Avenue SW). Please RSVP at [email protected] if you plan to attend
the dinner.
Spring Clean-Up Help is needed at Acadia Place! - On May 31st from 10:00am to 12:00pm help is needed to assist
newly housed families with the Spring Clean-Up at Acadia Place. Volunteer opportunities include sweeping the
driveway, cleaning entrances, grass and grounds clean up and trim, setting up planters and planting vegetables and
flowers, and other outside maintenance as assigned. No special skills are required. Please contact Doreen Kot at 403-
289-3191 or e-mail at [email protected].
Volunteering with Inn From the Cold - Are you interested in volunteering with Inn from the Cold to assist those who
are homeless? There are many ways in which you can use your gifts and talents within this fulfilling ministry. For
more information call 403-536-5682.
Life & Family Resource Centre “For Better & For Ever…” Marriage Preparation, a program offered by the LFRC of the Calgary Diocese. This
program consists of a 2 hour Monday evening orientation and a Friday evening/Saturday day session. Upcoming
Dates: May 26/June 13, 14, and Aug 25/Sept 12, 13 and Sep 15/Oct 3, 4. For info and/or registration contact
403-218-5505 or email [email protected].
Project Rachel, an ecumenical ministry of reconciliation and healing, is available to women and men who have
had a past abortion experience. Clients will be referred to professional counselors who are specially trained to deal
with the trauma associated with this experience. Call Project Rachel at 403-218-5506 or toll free at 1-877-597-3223.
You can also e-mail: [email protected]
Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend, Nov. 21st - 23rd, 2014, Calgary Airport Travelodge. Information and
Application forms are on the website: http://wwmecalgary.weebly.com/. Application fee - $50.00. Email:
[email protected], or call Lionel and Annette at 403-208-2299.
Youth Ministry Can you volunteer for Parish Promotions? The 2014 One Rock Planning committee needs volunteers to facilitate
Parish Promotions. For more information call Robyn Pashula at 403-470-0298 or email
[email protected]. Human Resources Employment Opportunities: The RC Diocese of Calgary is currently inviting applications for the following
positions to work out of the Catholic Pastoral Centre. Accounts Payable Clerk (Full Time) Accounts Receivable Clerk (Full Time) Interested persons should visit the Diocese website www.calgarydiocese.ca/human-resources for more information
and application instructions. Palio of Calgary -- Family Event Palio of Calgary will be celebrated this year on Saturday September 20, 2014. Save the date and mark your
calendars for this fun filled family day at the Strathmore Rodeo Grounds. The event will feature an open air Mass
with Bishop Henry, the running of the horses, exciting entertainment and children's activities. Check your parish
notice boards for information and watch for ticket sales in your parish. See www.palio.ca and www.facebook.com/
palioofcalgary for details.
FCJ Christian Life Centre, Calgary
Information Evening: Newly Revised – Together Enabling Adult Ministry (TEAM) Program Thursday May 29 & Wednesday June 18, 2014. With: FCJ Centre, St. Mary’s University College and the RC Diocese of Calgary, Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm, Contact: FCJ Centre at 403- 228-4215.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________ For more information email [email protected] Or contact Carol Hollywood or Jane-Rose Ediau, Library & Archives, 403-218-5510; Fax: 403-264-0526
Address: Catholic Pastoral Centre, 120 - 17 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2S 2T2
