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ADMINISTRATOR: Fr. Anthony Ezeonwueme
ASSOCIATE PASTOR: Fr. Theodore Nnorom
PASTORAL STAFF: Sanju Thomas,
Maria Romao
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Monday - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tuesday- Thursday 9:00 am- Noon, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Friday - 9:00 am Until Noon
WEEKEND MASSES
Saturday - 4.30 pm
Sunday - 9:00 am, 11:00 am & 7:00 pm
WEEKDAY MASSES
Monday-Thursday- 7:00 pm
Friday - 9.30 am & 7:00 pm
RECONCILIATION
Saturday - 9.30 - 10.30 am and 3:00 - 4:00 pm
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Friday - 10:00 am - 6.30 pm
BAPTISM , MARRIAGE, FUNERAL ,
FIRST COMMUNION , CONFIRMATION AND
SACRAMENT OF THE SICK
Contact the Parish office for details
CONVENT & DAY CARE CENTER
Daughters Of St. Mary of Leuca
Superior: Mother Ulrica , Tel: (905) 436 -2308
NEW MEMBERS WELCOME
Please approach one of the priests to introduce
yourself and fill out a yellow registration form.
St. Therese Catholic Church
St.Therese Cath.Church Courtice ST THERESE COURTICE, “GOD’S SQUAD”
3800 Courtice Road North, Courtice, ON, L1E 2L5
(905) 436 2126 (905) 436 9589 [email protected] www.sttheresechurch.ca
JANUARY 10, 2016
THE FEAST OF THE BAPTISM OF OUR LORD
FEAST OF S.THERESE
LIGHT UP FOR CHRIST
PASTORAL VISIT
CHRISTMAS
PARTY
M. H. Accounting & Tax Services Maria H. Gorski
Phone 905-435-0771 8 Inglis Avenue, Courtice, ON
Income Tax Planning & Preparation for
Individuals and Business
(Sole Proprietorships,
Partnerships & Corporations) Business Start-Up, Computerized
SAVEWAY RENOVATIONS LTD.
Established Since 1974
1496 Nash Road
Courtice, Ontario
L1E 1H1
Mobile (905) 435-4161
Home (905) 436-0296
Office (905) 438-1511
Fax(905) 438-8030
Specializing In: Additions– Stone Facings,
Windows, Doors, Rec. Rooms,
Siding, Kitchens
FREE ESTIMATES
GILLES BONNEAU
KAMSTRA LANDSCAPING
Topsoil– Planting Mix
Pick ups and
Delivery
1460 Taunton Road E.
905 –579-5571
(905) 436 2126 (905) 436 9589 [email protected] www.sttheresechurch.ca
PRAY FOR US! Cecilia Gagnon, Donna Paul, Jennifer, Vince Roti.
Terry Ryan, Father Larry Rogers, Tom Mac Pherson,
, Bob Bonnell, Kerry Meydam, Andrew Irvine. Tony Ten-
Westeneind, Carrie Saurer, Salvatore, Palazzolo, Shannon
Pariaug, Susan Poole, Danny Deal ,Carol Hutchinson, Robin
Lipsius, Chigozie,Enuka, Ted Van Den Broek, Frank
Palazzolo , Marg Caley, Angela Falconeri, Rosie Roti, Rob-
ert Fournier, Antonietta Longo, Jacquelyn Bearance, Jack,
Dominic Macri, Dina Lingard, Rory Nayda, Bill Stephens,
Michele Pleasance, intentions of Owens Family, Graham
Doig and Family, John Rorabeck, +Giovanni Muto, +Tony
Perro, +George Ward and +David Damant.
THIS WEEK AT ST.THERESE
MONDAY Jan-11, 2016
1:00 pm - Euchre
6:15 pm—Fatima Night
7:00 pm Int. of Sharon Spratt
Req. by Joan Flood and Family
TUESDAY Jan 12
9:30 am—MLC School Mass @ Church
10:00 am—Parent and Tot
7:00 pm Int. of Sr. Rosenda and Remelyn Dillow
Req. by Al and Lee McDonald
WEDNESDAY Jan 13
10:45 am—G.S School Mass
10:00 am—Silver Needles
1:00 pm—Legion of Mary
7:00 pm No Mass
THURSDAY Jan 14
7:00 pm - Int. of Mother Ulrica
Req. by Gloria and Maha
7:30 pm—RCIA and Choir practice
FRIDAY Jan 15
9:30 am No Mass
10:30 am—6:30 pm—Adoration
7:00 pm † Jesu Raj
Req. by Al and Lee McDonald
7:45 pm—Youth Dance
SATURDAY Jan 16
8:30 am Mass in the Convent
9:30– 10:30 am Reconciliation
10:30 am— Communion and Confirmation Classes
4:30 pm Mass– † Anne Wanninkhof
Req. by Fred Fountain
7:00 pm - Korean Mass
SUNDAY Jan 17
9:00 am Mass- † Morris Young
Req. by Bob and Celeste Cormier
11:00 am Mass- † Robert Dwyer
Req. by The Ford Family
7:00 pm Mass - † Giovanni Muto
Req. by Mafalda
The People of our Parish
The New Life in Christ
The baptism of Jesus Christ in
the River Jordan is significant
to the history of our salvation.
The voice from heaven con-
firmed that He is the beloved
Son of God. The Holy Spirit,
resting on his head in the form
of a dove, is an expression of
the unbroken unity of the triune
God at the beginning of the
earthly ministry of Jesus. Jesus
had no sin, but he humbled himself to undergo baptism, firstly
to model for us the importance of this ritual of salvation and
secondly, his immersion into the water sanctifies every baptis-
mal font making them sources of spiritual sanctification.
Through baptism we are called into divine life as brothers and
sisters of Jesus Christ. Thus, we are adopted as “beloved sons
and daughters of God.” It is the door to spiritual life, for receiv-
ing “sanctifying grace,” the grace that helps us in our spiritual
journey.
Christ’s baptism reminds us of our own baptism. Baptism with
its great promise of salvation, comes as well with the sacred
responsibility of keeping our baptismal promise, of rejecting
satan with his empty promises. It goes without saying that bap-
tism obliges on us the duty to proclaim the good news of salva-
tion to the whole world. Witness of Christian life seems to be
the most eloquent and effective way of spreading the good
news.
Each time a child is baptised here in the parish, we rejoice be-
cause of the joy that the sacred mystery of our faith is passed on
to a future generation. It is thus the responsibility of the whole
church to continue to nurture the life of grace God has given to
these new members of our faith family, so as to continue to
grow strongly. Parents are the first teachers of their children in
the way of faith, their duties are sacred and very rewarding. We
pray that the grace God gives us in baptism may ever be kindled
by the power of the Holy Spirit.—Fr. Theo
A reminder!
The seniors euchre party will resume on
January 11th, Monday from1:00-4:00 pm in the hall.
Offertory Envelopes
Parishioners who had an envelope box last year should
look for their names on the boxes kept at the back bench
of the Church. If you do not find yours, please contact the
parish office.
The new envelope boxes at the entrance foyer are for the
new parishioners who did not have an envelope box last
year. Please do not forget to write your name, address
and phone number if you take one.
The Knights will be having a breakfast on
The 31st of January after the 9 am and 11 am masses..
Cost will be $5 per person. A sign-up sheet will be kept
at the entrance foyer to estimate the number of
attendees.
KNIGHT’S DINNER
HALLOWEEN
Important Upcoming Dates and Events
January 11th - Euchre Start date in the New Year
January 15th - Youth Dance
January 19th - Baptism Meeting for all registered families
January 29th - Senior’s Potluck
January 31st - Knights of Columbus Breakfast
February 5th - Last date to request Change of date
For First Communion
Stewardship
Thank you for putting your name on the front of your donation
envelope each week. Offertory collections for Christmas and Dec. 27- $17,398.35
Offertory collections for New Year’s day and Jan. 3 -$7183.85
We continue to collect empty beer and liquor bottles.
Please bring your empties and leave them by the rectory garage.
PARISH DIRECTORY Parish Council John Vandersanden 905-697-3654
Catholic Women's Connection Donna Shannon 905-404-2138
Knights of Columbus Stephen Hiemstra 905-433-4708
Faith Formation Fr. Anthony 905- 436-2126
Youth Advisory Chaplain And Liturgy Committee Fr. Theodore 905-436-2126
Volunteer Coordinator Mary Armstrong 905-440-4765
Finance Committee Sean McRae 905-436-0708
Legion Of Mary Cathy Agius 289-312-8718
Greeters Carol Bracken 905-728-3995
Parish Youth Ministry Marie Gagnon 905-404-1962
Director of communications Kim Anderson 905-723-5978
Eucharistic Ministers Denise Walker 905-263-2251
Lectors Claire Dela Gana 647-300-1969
Baptismal Preparation Nola Boudignon 905-721-2094
Youth Mass Coordinator Iman Deal 905-448-8993
Senior’s Ministry Shirley Connell 905-728-8447 Gloria Vieira 905-432-3946
Friday Adoration Cecile Stark 905-571-0998
Parish Property Committee Trevine Joachim Father Anthony
Parent and Tot—Play & Smile Jacqui Latimer 905-697-0661
Children's Liturgy Laura Gedge 905-244-9428
Membership and Outreach Adam Hayes 905-433-1507 Gary Ravary 905- 438-9989
Church Cleaning Frances Lenihan 905-728-4254
St. Vincent de Paul 905-926-1321
St. Vincent’s Soup Kitchen Doreen Banks 905-576-1395
Altar Servers Fr. Theodore 905- 436-2126 Adam Hayes 905- 433-1507
Music Ministry Alan Baylis 905-623-3504
Decorating Committee Lee McDonald & Cecile Stark
Christian Initiation for Adults Joan Flood 905-404-6575
Social Coordinator Natalie Wood-Pecotic 905-438-0972
Silver Needles Kim Anderson 905-723-5978
LIFE IN CHRIST SEMINAR (LCS)
As part of our parish participation in the re-evangelization within the
diocese, we are mounting a Life in Christ Seminar (LCS) in St.
Therese Parish. This is a 5-session seminar that focuses on bringing
Catholics into a vibrant relationship with Jesus and empowering them
to lead Spirit-filled lives.
The LCS is an integrated course intended to lead seminar participants
into a renewed understanding of God’s call to them as Christians. The LCS has one basic purpose: bringing participants to a personal
relationship with Jesus, and getting them started on living a truly Spir-
it-filled Christian life. It is about transformation in Christ and renewal
in the Spirit.
The LCS is divided into 5 sessions. For now, each module will be
conducted on two Saturdays each from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. The
topics of the 5 sessions are as follows:
Feb 20, 2016 Talk 1 Jesus, The Messiah
Talk 2 Called to Witness
Talk 3 Repentance and Faith
Feb 27, 2016 Mini-Talk Vocal Prayers
Talk 4 The Gift of the Holy Spirit
Talk 5 Growing in the Spirit
To register: Please wr ite your name on the sign-up sheet available
at the entrance foyer. Registration is needed to plan for handouts,
grouping, lunch, and refreshments.
The weekend of January 16/17
Lectors Altar
Servers
Eucharistic
Ministers
4:30 pm Cheryl, Nicholas Claudia , Nicholas Danielle
David
9:00 am John Christopher , Natalie
Jacob , Chris
John
Louisa
11:00 am Maria , Janice Connor , Caleb
Averie, Vincent
Bill
Denise
7:00 pm Joshua, Vern Ron, Isabella , Olivia Connie
Steve
Susan
