Fr. David. A Call to Fidelity. Eucharistic Celebrations. Nativity of St. John the Baptist - June 24th, From the Pastor s Desk...

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1 Eucharistic Celebrations Sundays 9:00am, 11:30am & 6:30pm Weekdays See Week at a Glance Bishop of Saskatoon Most Rev. Mark Hagemoen Pastor Very Rev. Fr. David Tumback Associate Pastor Rev. Fr. Deyre Azcuna Cathedral Administrator David Polzen Pastoral Associate Garth Horn Faith Formation Minister Andy Korvemaker Youth Ministry Coordinator Catherine Renneberg Financial Secretary Linda Bobowski Facilities Manager Jim Nakoneshny Administrative Assistant Celeste Woloschuk Custodians Rolando Rostata Ashly Hanns Gino Hanns Arnel Mendoza Peiyi Qin Housekeeper Lorena Samoyao Pastoral Council Chair Bernie Klein Finance Committee Chair Denis Sirois Catholic Women s League Co-Presidents Alice Denis-Daley Avis Hardy Knights of Columbus Grand Knight Allan Ronellenfitsch Elijah Cup Reb & Eileen Materi emateri@sasktel.net From the Pastor s Desk... A Call to Fidelity My Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, Nativity of St. John the Baptist - June 24th, 2018 Today, in the liturgical cycle of the Church year, we celebrate the Nativity of St. John the Baptist. My first Mass as a priest after my ordination 23 years ago was this Mass. In our celebration we remember and reflect upon the life of John the Baptist: his birth, his place in the history of Christianity, his perseverance and his ultimate death for the sake of the Good News. The life of this great Saint reminds all of us that each one of us are called to herald the Good News of Jesus Christ. It matters not what our gifts and talents are but rather the inclination of our hearts in promoting this Good News even to the point of being challenged. Many times it becomes somewhat unpopular to promote Christian values and the ministry of the Church: we shy away from proclaiming our faith; we grow silent when there are unjust attacks against the Church or her leadership; we experience agitation when we fail to speak out against injustice and we can let our faith and beliefs remain a private thing - not something to be shared. The life and death of St. John the Baptist is a testimony to the fidelity to a life rooted in God. It was not an easy message for St. John and his call to conversion and repentance was not widely accepted. His challenge of the status quo and his insistence that we reach the ideals that God desires was a direct cause of his own death. And yet, his loyalty and faithfulness to the end was crowned with victory and glory. Today we are called to share in the fidelity of St. John. We are called to proclaim a message of love and peace, we are to speak out against injustice, we are to uphold the great gift of life from conception until natural death, we are to challenge the status quo when its values are not in line with God's desires, and we are to take care of those who are less fortunate. Yes, such speaking out may place us in difficult situations. It may create challenging experiences, but it will create a deep sense of peace within as we strive to live faithfully the beautiful life God has given to us. St. John the Baptist.... Pray for us. Blessings to you and your loved ones. Fr. David FOOD DRIVE FOR GUADALUPE PANTRY Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish is seeking food donations for their emergency pantry to help needy families in our city. In response to this call, there will be a food drive here at the Cathedral until Monday, July 16th. Donations of newly purchased non-perishable food items can be dropped off in the Area of Welcome of the Cathedral. Monetary donations are also very welcome and can be accepted at the parish office or in the Sunday collection (simply place your donation in an envelope marked Guadalupe Pantry ). Most needed items include: powdered milk, cereal and oatmeal, pasta and pasta sauce, canned meat, peanut butter and canned soup. Thank you. 123 Nelson Road Saskatoon, SK S7S 1H1 (Off Attridge Dr. by St. Joseph High School) PH: FAX: info@holyfamilycathedral.ca Office Hours: 9:00am-4:30pm Monday thru Friday (Closed 12:15pm-12:45pm for lunch)

2 LOST AND FOUND: If you have lost something at the Cathedral, please come and see if it is on the Lost and Found table in the entrance of the Cathedral. More precious articles (jewelry, USB sticks, electronics, glasses, etc.) are available from the parish office during office hours. The table will remain in the entrance until the end of the month. SAVE THE DATE: Be sure to save the evening of Thursday, July 19th on your calendar for Fr. David s Farewell Celebration. Let us join together in celebrating our pastor who has served us faithfully for 12 years. More details will be announced in next week s bulletin. PARISH NEWS CATHEDRAL AMBASSADORS: A new ministry opportunity is opening up at the Cathedral. Cathedral Ambassadors will be present at the Cathedral during office hours in and around the entrance of the Church. They will provide a welcoming presence at our doors, greet visitors and guests of the Cathedral and assist guests with things like directions or providing information booklets. If you are willing to participate in this ministry, whether it be for a morning, an afternoon, a whole day or even an hour or two, or for more information, please contact Cathedral Administrator, David Polzen at dpolzen@holyfamilycathedral.ca or by calling the parish office. SUMMER MINISTRY SCHEDULE: The June, July, August Liturgical Ministry Schedule has been sent out by . Extra copies can be found in the Sacristy. HOLY YOGA: Thanks to all those who participated in our spring session. Summer classes will be sporadic on Tuesdays at 9:30 am and Thursdays at 7:00 pm in the summer. If you are interested in summer classes, call Diane Waldbillig or dianew@holyyoga.net. DEVOTION TO OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP: All are welcome Wednesday at 7:00 pm to a devotion to Our Lady of Perpetual Help. The devotion begins with Mass, followed by the Rosary and Novena prayers. SPRINGS OF LIVING WATER: A Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group that meets every Wednesday after the 7:00 pm Mass. We will continue to meet over the summer. Contact Don at: or donlalonde@sasktel.net. FOREVER IN MOTION: Classes are finished for this season. Watch for free classes starting again in fall. Contact: Rosalie or Diane SMALL CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCRIPTURE STUDY: will continue in the summer months at 10:00 am on Thursdays. All are welcome! For more info, contact Diane Waldbillig, EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: All are welcome to a time of prayer before the Blessed Sacrament Thursday evenings beginning at 7:00 pm in the Queen of Peace Chapel. MOM'S MORNING OUT (MMO): Hi moms and volunteers! Thanks for a wonderful January-June season! Our Mom s Morning Out group takes a break for the months of July and August. Starting again second week of September 2018! Have a great summer, friends. HOLY FAMILY CRAFT GUILD: We wish everyone a relaxing and safe summer. Our weekly meetings will resume Thursday, September 13th. For any questions or purchases, please contact Anna or Teresa It is unwise to be too sure of one's own wisdom. It is healthy to be reminded that the strongest might weaken and the wisest might err. ~ Mahatma Gandhi CHECK IT OUT! The Lighthouse Book Stand in the entrance of the Cathedral has been restocked with all kinds of new and exciting material all of which are designed to help you grow in your faith. Perfect for summer reading on the deck or at the lake! NEW NATIVITY SET We are half way to Christmas and the time has come to revisit acquiring a new set of Nativity Figures. The Cathedral is hoping to acquire a hand-carved set of new wooden figures, the largest being some tall. The cost to purchase a complete set is approximately $30,000 (this includes materials, labour, shipping, handling and taxes). If you are interested in contributing to this project, you can either use the envelope in this week s bulletin, donate at the parish office during office hours or donate online using the Donate Now button on the parish website (just check the Nativity Figurines Fund ). Cheques can be made out to the Cathedral of the Holy Family. Thank you for your support of this project.

3 YOUTH MINISTRY NEWS COMING THIS FALL The Cathedral of the Holy Family Parish is launching Middle School Ministry once again! EDGE is a program for youth in Grades 6-8 who want to: have fun learn about the Christian faith in a personal way meet God as our Father and friend These groups will run from 7:00 to 8:30 pm on scheduled Tuesdays during the year, hosted at the Cathedral of the Holy Family. Our team of volunteers and mentors can t wait to meet you! Mark your calendars with these EDGE dates for the school year! Something to look forward to: Cat.Chat Kids Club! For Youth in Grades 3-5 & their Parent(s) Space will be limited, parental commitment required at each monthly gathering. Registration will open Monday, August 27th. Sept 25 Oct 9 Oct 23 Nov 13 Nov 27 Dec 11 Jan 8 Jan 22 Feb 12 Feb 26 Mar 12 Mar 26 Apr 9 Apr 23 May 14 May 28 Studies agree that the #1 influence in a teen's faith life is their parents. - See Hemorrhaging Faith Study, 2011 Don t Forget to Connect! Phone: catherine@holyfamilycathedral.ca Facebook: HF Youth Instagram: hf.youth OTHER PARISH NEWS ALPHA IS BACK!: We'll be running a small Alpha series again this fall. Smaller. Simpler. Still awesome. Interested in being on the team to run it? Contact Andy: andy@holyfamilycathedral.ca PPK CATHOLIC MEN'S NIGHT: Tuesday, June 26th at St. Joseph's Parish (note location change for this event only). Last PPK before summer - Bishop Mark Hagemoen will be presenting. Adoration and Confession at 7:00 pm in the Church. Talk at 8:00 pm in the hall. Cost: Free (donations welcome, drinks extra). Visit priestprophetking.org for details. By: David Polzen Lessons from Baba Some days okay, most days, I can be so easily distracted and caught up in the hectic pace, the to-do lists and the anxieties of the world around me that I miss out on the beauty and blessings occurring around me at every moment. I thank God that God does not give up on us wanderers and continually sends the Holy Spirit to nudge us along. Here is today s nudging story: I was sitting in the pew of a small Saskatchewan town church with family and my Baba. It was the day after we gathered as family to celebrate Baba s 106th birthday. It was a great celebration but at 106 she is not quite up to staying up to celebrate that long. This was the first time in many, many years that I can recall that my Baba went to bed before me Read the rest from David as well as other blogs from Cathedral personnel at: holyfamilycathedral.ca/blogs

4 CATHOLIC WOMEN S LEAGUE Inspired by the Spirit, Women Respond to God s Call: We are in need of a couple more funeral conveners. One of the services that the CWL offer is preparing lunches for the many funerals that are held at the Cathedral. In the past we had about five conveners who were responsible for finding workers, preparing and cleaning up afterwards. Thank you to those who are doing this great service and to those who have decided to retire. Your many years of service is greatly appreciated. If you think that you would like to be part of this team or for more information...please give Alice or Avis a call. As the warm weather is finally upon us let us try to take some time to relax and enjoy it before we realize that the fall is once again upon us. Mark your calendars for the first meeting of the Fall Wednesday, September 12th at 7:00 pm. Hope we see many of you again and encourage any woman over the age of 16 to come and learn about the CWL and meet this vibrant group of women. Please pray: for our priests as they prepare to be part of new parishes, may the Lord guide and help them as they shepherd new flocks; for all levels of governments, may they keep their constituents interests always in the forefront as they make decisions that will affect everyone; for vocations, may we see an increase in the interest for entry into the priesthood and religious life. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NEWS Thank you to Shawn Scherr and all the other Knights who helped put on the year-end social this past week. The event was well attended and everyone enjoyed a wonderful meal. This summer our council will be selling Saskatchewan Roughrider raffle tickets to raise funds for the Pregnancy Option Centre. The money raised will go towards purchasing diapers and other necessary supplies. The first place prize includes 2 tickets to the Rider game in Regina on August 19th, transportation to and from the game on the Rider Express bus, and $50 cash to be spent on the concession at the game. Raffle tickets are $10 each and can be purchased at our pancake breakfasts and after most upcoming masses. The draw date will be August 5th. Those Knights who are able to help with any of the upcoming wedding bars, please call one of our bar captains (Shawn Scherr, Darren Dale or Gil Wist) to offer your help. CWL Important Dates: - National Convention (Winnipeg) August 12th-15th - Fall Diocesan Meeting (St. Pat s) Monday, Sept 10th at 9:00am - First Meeting of Fall Wednesday, Sept 12th at 7:00pm K of C Important Dates: - Next BK Breakfast at Q.H. Tuesday, July 10th at 7:00am one is coming after me; I am not worthy to untie the thong of the sandals on his feet. (Acts 13: 25) Reflection for this week s readings: In what ways do you help people in your life prepare themselves for meeting Jesus? FORMED.ORG Looking to enrich your faith life? Not sure where to start looking? Check out Formed.org and the Formed App (now for Android as well as IOS)! Formed is like a mash up of Netflix and a library of excellent Catholic material. If you have yet to subscribe and would like to sign up, simply go to holyfamilycathedral.formed.org and create a free account. Enjoy! Check out the Formed Pick of the Week: Ode to Saint Cecilia The Story of a Holy Muse Meet an inspiring woman with fierce courage and unwavering faith, willing to follow the path of beauty and truth no matter the cost. Saint Cecilia s remarkable story will come to life in Augustine Institute Radio Theatre s most recent audio drama featuring awardwinning actors and cinematic sound and music.

5 Diocesan Bulletin June 24, Birth of St. John the Baptist s.ca In all things we are rooted in Christ, in His desire to bring God s love to all peoples. Upcoming Events St. Angela Merici Open House - 2 pm. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 24 at 125 Cree Crescent, Saskatoon, SK. Originally established as a residence for Ursuline Sisters, St. Angela Merici is now accepting new care home residents, both women and men. For more information regarding care home admissions to St. Angela Merici, contact Theresa or Shannon at (306) ext. 5, or stangmerici@sasktel.net PPK Catholic Men's Night will be held Tuesday June 26 at St. Joseph's Parish (note location change for this event only) this is the last PPK event before summer, and will feature a presentation by Bishop Mark Hagemoen. Adoration and confession begin at 7 p.m. in St. Joseph Church, corner of Broadway Avenue and 8th Street, Saskatoon, with the talk at 8 p.m. in the St. Joseph church hall next door. Cost: Donations welcome, drinks extra. See: priestprophetking.org for details. L Arche Saskatoon Prayer Nights will be held at Alma House, 546 Christopher Lane, Saskatoon, 7 p.m., June 27, July 11 and July 18; followed by tea and cookies. Rebuilding Catholic Culture third annual dessert night features a talk by Fr. Gregory Hrynkiw on the nature and action of conscience from a Catholic perspective. Event begins 7 p.m. Thursday, July 5 at Our Lady of Lourdes, 12th St. and Wiggins Ave., Saskatoon (free will offering). Space is limited. RSVP to Celene Sidloski: csidloski@stmcollege.ca or (306) Marian Movement of Priests Cenacle consists of adoration, rosary, benediction, hymns and prayers, 8 p.m. Thursday, July 5 at St. Michael's parish 18-33rd St. E., Saskatoon. A diocesan Cenacle of Prayer will also be held 3 pm. Wednesday, July 11 at St. Paul's Co-Cathedral, 720 Spadina Cr., Saskatoon. For more information, please contact Edna at (306) Prairie Centre for Ecumenism Fundraising Barbecue will be held July 12 at St. Stephen s Anglican Church Hall, 10 Grosvenor Cr., Saskatoon. Tickets: $35 at (search ecumenical fundraising bbq ) or call (306) L Arche Saskatoon Anniversary July 13 to 15 - Come celebrate the 10th anniversary of L'Arche Saskatoon, beginning with a catered supper held at Holy Spirit Church, 114 Kingsmere Place, Saskatoon, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, July 13; e- mail events@larchesaskatoon.org to reserve tickets for the supper (tickets $25). Celebrations continue Saturday, July 14 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with a block party held outside Alma House, 546 Christopher Lane, Saskatoon. A prayer service will be held 1:30 p.m. Sunday, July 15 at Queen's House, 601 Taylor Street West, Saskatoon. Reward Pilgrimage Sunday, July 8 Mass at 4:00 p.m. (Please note corrected Mass time!) 2 p.m. - Adoration and confessions in the historic Holy Rosary church, with Anointing of the Sick and praying of the Rosary to follow. 4 p.m. - Celebration of the Eucharist. Supper is available afterwards (freewill offering). Holy Rosary Church is located 3 kms south of Reward, SK "A Light in the Darkness - Movie Day Retreat for Youth ages 13 and Up will be held 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 18 at the Shrine of the Blessed Martyrs Olympia and Laurentia, 215 Avenue M South, Saskatoon, hosted by the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy youth office. Everyone is welcome. The day features a guest speaker on suicide and forgiveness, a movie, discussion, prayer, and more! Lunch will be potluck, please bring food to share. Contact Viktoriia by July 15 to register: uwitness2youth@gmail.com or call A Summer Stillness Retreat with Fr. Ron Rolheiser, OMI, begins Monday, July 9 at 5:30 pm with supper and a public lecture, and runs until Thursday, July 12 after lunch, held at Queen s House, 601 Taylor St. Saskatoon. Attend the full retreat, or only the July 9 public lecture. Contact: (306) or receptionist@queenshouse.org A Life and Family Conference at Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine in Rama, SK. July features speakers Dr. Brett Salkeld, Colm Leyne and Dr. Martin Owen. Registration (which includes camping for the weekend) is $75; free for clergy. This conference marks the 50th anniversary of Humanae Vitae. Register at or call Marcy at (306) or see for info. Mount Carmel Pilgrimage will be held Sunday, July 22, with Marian hymns, the rosary and confessions beginning at 9:30 a.m., Mass celebrated at 10:45 a.m., with blessing of the fields, followed by lunch, quiet time with the Blessed Sacrament, Stations of the Cross, and blessing of the sick. The Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is located about 5.2 km north of Carmel, SK (west of Humboldt). For more information about pilgrimages in Saskatchewan, see the diocesan website at: click the photo link on the home page or call the diocesan communications office at (306)

6 Message Board Donations of new children s pajamas and small back packs: As part of a project to help fathers in prison improve parenting skills and stay connected to their families, the Office of Restorative Ministry in the diocese of Saskatoon is recording men reading bedtime stories to send to their children. The office is also seeking donations of new pajamas sizes 4 to 12, to accompany the bedtime stories, as well as small child backpacks (perhaps featuring popular themes such as Dora, Disney, Star Wars, super heroes, etc) to carry the story DVD recordings and new pajamas. Please drop off donations at the Catholic Pastoral Centre, 2nd floor of the Cathedral of the Holy Family 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon, during regular hours of 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays, or contact Dianne Anderson (306) for more information. Diocesan Library Materials - Please return any materials or resources borrowed from the Monsignor Michael Koch Library at the Catholic Pastoral Centre before June 30. The Resource Centre will close for the summer as of July 1 and will reopen for public and parish use on Sept. 3, Queen s House 24 hours of Eucharistic Adoration begins at noon, Monday, June 25, concludes noon Tuesday, June 26 at Queen s House, 601 Taylor Street West, Saskatoon. Rosary on the Steps: Everyone is welcome to join in praying the Rosary on the Steps every Thursday evening at 7 pm at St. Paul s Co-Cathedral in Saskatoon until Sept. 27. In case of rain, the rosary will be prayed in the welcome area. JOY Program - Applications are now being taken for the diocesan Justice and Outreach Year (J.O.Y.) formation program beginning in the fall. This is a practical and hands-on program exploring Catholic Social Teaching and the Gospel call to love as Jesus loves. Check out the video of JOY stories online at or contact Kate O Gorman at kogorman@rcdos.ca or (306) for more info. Blackstrap Youth Camp offers week-long camps in July and August for children/youth ages 8-14 years, providing outdoor adventures and opportunities for youth to grow in faith. Details and registration online at: Ignite is a summer faith enrichment experience offered July 29 to Aug. 3 by FacetoFace Ministries for youth Grade 9 to 12. Find details and registration at: Camp Aurora Borealis Catholic camp for young men from the ages of years (a Conquest Boy s Club project) runs from Aug at K of C Blackstrap Camp, south of Saskatoon. Activities include daily mass, spiritual talks and formation, sports, teamwork, and leadership training, all centered around the Catholic faith. The camp also needs young men (16+) and dads who are willing to help out. For more information visit Our Place in the Cosmos? Humanity, Spirituality, and the Awesome Universe conference at STM: Vatican astronomer Dr. Guy Consolmagno, SJ, is one of the guest speakers at this conference to be held Aug at St. Thomas More College. See or call Dr. Chris Hrynkow at (306) for information. 2 Employment Opportunities St. Augustine Parish, Saskatoon, is seeking a parttime Pastoral Associate to collaborate with parish staff and volunteers to meet the needs of adults, youth and the families of St. Augustine Parish in living out the mission and vision of Encountering Christ Together. The pastoral associate will coordinate sacramental preparation for school-aged children, Christian initiation (RCIA), and adult faith formation. Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume and pastoral reference to Brigid Fuller at staug.parishld@shaw.ca as well as completing an application form at Applications close July 4. Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Martensville, SK. is seeking a part-time Youth Ministry Coordinator who is a practicing Catholic with a desire to engage youth in the life of the parish and promote active discipleship based on the vision and mission of the parish. The Youth Ministry coordinator will be primarily responsible to develop, coordinate and deliver youth programs and activities from Grade 6 to 12. resume and cover letter to Fr. Peter Ebidero at darebidero94@yahoo.com or call the parish at (306) for more info. Applications close June 28. Full-time Development Assistant - Diocese of Saskatoon Catholic Foundation, 2nd Floor, Cathedral of the Holy Family, 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon SK is seeking a full-time Development Assistant. The Development Assistant provides administrative support to the Diocese of Saskatoon Catholic Foundation (the fundraising and stewardship arm of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon) including database management, donor communications, direct mail appeals, and special events. Relevant post-secondary credential and/or combination of education and experience is required, as is an ability to multitask and exercise independent judgement, along with a basic knowledge about the Catholic Church. The successful candidate requires strong communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Raiser s Edge and a demonstrated experience ijn database management. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, resume and application form (found at Contact Cathy Gilje at (306) or cgilje@dscatholicfoundation.ca Preferred start date is Aug. 13, 2018, deadline to apply is July 10. Diocesan Prayer - As a diocesan family we ask our Creator God to bless all graduates as they celebrate accomplishments and consider next steps in life. May they always walk paths of love, justice and righteousness. The Diocesan Bulletin is a publication of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon Catholic Pastoral Centre, 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon SK S7S 1H1 Phone: (306) or Toll free: kyaworski@ rcdos. ca www. rcdos. ca Communications is supported by the Bishop s Annual Appeal.

7 CATHOLIC HOSPITAL CHAPLAINCY: With recent changes to admitting procedures, parishioners should be advised that Spiritual Care is still available at all of our hospitals in the city. Regardless of whether your stay is long or short, planned or an emergency, please use the following information to access spiritual care in our hospitals: - For patients of Saskatoon City or Royal University Hospitals, please contact Jackie Saretsky at the Catholic Pastoral Centre by phone at or or by hospitalchaplaincy@saskatoonrcdiocese.com - For patients of St. Paul's Hospital, please ask at nursing desk, or call and ask them to page Spiritual Care. MINISTRY TO TOURISM NEW PROPOSAL FOR WINTER 2019: Join Fr. Ralph Kleiter, Ministry to Tourism, in Auckland February 3rd, 2019 for a fully enriching Land Experience in New Zealand. Ten Day small party program of North and/or South Islands. Booking Deadline: Tuesday, July 3rd, to 5 seats still available. Contact Fr. Ralph at ; kleiter@shaw.ca. ST. ANN S HOME SPIRIT OF RENEWAL CAMPAIGN: Over 60 years ago Bishop Klein, along with lay leaders of the Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon and the Sisters of St. Elizabeth from Humboldt, formed a circle of care and promised the Saskatchewan community that quality, faith-based care would be available to them in their senior years. Included in the circle of care is St. Ann s Home, which after 40 years is in great need of repair. In order to ensure greater safety, privacy and comfort for their residents, all 80 rooms in the Home require renovations. To find out more about the Spirit of Renewal Campaign and how to contribute, please contact: Rae Sveinbjornson, Executive Director, at ext. 223 or by rae.sveinbjornson@saskatoonhealthauthority.ca or contact Peter Martens, Campaign Chair at , by Pmartens2@sasktel.net or visit: SPIRITUAL DIRECTION FORMATION PROGRAM: January 2019 through July 2020 at Queen s House, 601 Taylor St. W. This ecumenical program invites spiritual transformation and personal growth while equipping participants to walk with others on their spiritual journey. Co- Directors are Bishop Gerald Wiesner, Gisele Bauche and Dianne Mantyka. Application deadline: August 31st, Cost: $5,800, includes tuition and room and board (payments can be spread over the duration of the program). For more information or to apply, contact Dianne Mantyka at dimantyka@sasktel.net or OTHER NEWS SOUND OF THE CLANDESTINE: Mass parts composed by William Byrd, a Catholic composer who lived in 16th-Century England during a time of religious persecution, will be featured in a Eucharistic celebration at 7:00 pm Friday, June 29th and Friday, July 6th at St. Paul's Co-Cathedral held after Eucharistic Adoration COMPASSIONATE HEALERS MASS: The 13th annual Compassionate Healers Mass is being held on Wednesday, September 19th 7:00 pm at St. Francis Xavier Parish. Refreshments to follow. Coming together as one community this special invitation is extended to: Medical Personnel, Spiritual Care, Volunteers, Parish Nurses, Men and Women Religious in Health Care Ministry, Ministry of Care Volunteers in Parishes and Health Care Facilities and Family Caregivers, Medical & Healthcare Students. This mass invites all to be re-energized in our professional and personal dedication and our faith, bound by common beliefs; we share in the healing ministry of Jesus throughout the Diocese. STEWARDSHIP CORNER Weekly Stewardship Reflection: From the International Catholic Stewardship Council Today we celebrate the birth of St. John the Baptist. This prophet, who practiced austerity in the desert, proclaimed the kingdom of God, a coming judgment, and baptism as a sign of repentance. With deep humility, John directed attention not to himself but to Jesus. John s attitude was, He must increase, I must decrease (John 3:30). John s birth, days after the summer solstice when daylight hours begin to decrease, contrasts with Jesus birth days after the winter solstice, heralding daylight s increase. Like John the Baptist, stewards turn attention away from themselves and towards Jesus. The stewardship question for us is whether or not we ourselves are prepared to decrease and allow Jesus to increase in our hearts, minds, words and actions. Year to Date Cash Flow April 30th, 2018 Sunday Collections (Pre-Authorized Giving Included) $ 273,652 Loose Collections 29,334 Other Revenue 122,197 Less: Expenses 414,234 Less: Mortgage Payments (Principal & Interest) $ 47,820 (Deficit) ($ 36,871) Remaining Debt as of April 30th, 2018: $ 2,098,815 **As summer approaches and weekends at the lake are celebrated by families, we ask that you continue to remember the parish. You insure your contributions continue by signing up for Pre-Authorized Giving. Information for this is available at the concierge desk and the parish office.**

8 Mon June 25th MINISTRY SCHEDULE - July 1st, 2018 MINISTRY 9:00 AM 11:30 AM 6:30 PM Coordinator Rick G Doreen C Della/Leo R Greeters Ushers Concierge Desk Minister Joise G Diane W Ryan L Bernard K Marina P WEEK AT A GLANCE Tue June 26th 12:15 Mass (Harvey LaRocque) 12:15pm PPC Meeting 7:00pm Wed June 27th St. Joseph High School Graduation 8:30am ED Feehan High School Graduation 1:30pm Mass and Devotion to Our Lady of Perpetual Help (+Richard Gauthier) 7:00pm Springs of Living Water Prayer Group 7:35pm Thurs June 28th Small Christian Community Prayer 10:00am 12:15 Mass (Aline Schulte) 12:15pm BJM High School Graduation 1:00pm Eucharistic Adoration 7:00pm Fri June 29th Liturgy of the Word at Sherbrooke 10:00am 12:15 Mass (Janice Lougheed) 12:15pm Sat June 30th Reconciliation 11:00am Sun July 1st Rosary 8:30am Sunday Mass 9:00am, 11:30am, 6:30pm PEW ART: Parents, during Mass feel free to let your kids draw on the Pew Art cards found in the pews and at the concierge desk. Bags of markers are also available at the concierge desk. As you leave Mass, have your little ones place their drawings and writing implements in the basket by the concierge desk. Our Creator God loves creativity and we love to see it! And be sure to check out the bulletin board in the entrance of the Cathedral to see some of our esteemed artists entries. Orin G Gene W Heather F Gailene K Multicultural Ministries Ramona B Lynn O Ramona B Lynn O Laurette K Shelley T Tammy S Altar Servers John Paul W Fay S-V Halle I Elizabeth W Jordan K Katerina W Multicultural Commentator Bernie R Ministries Marlene B Lectors Chelsea L Lee O Frank B Tammy S Extra Solange B Tyler W Fay S-V Multicultural Ordinary Blair O Noreen R Ministers of Phil R Linda B Ministries Stephanie T Communion Colette B Jared P Rachelle Z Tammy S Clara F Doris L Cliff L Agnes P Lorie L Rupert B Bernie R Gina B Connie M Marlene B Patricia B Bob B Dianne M Phil M Children s Liturgy Long Weekend No Children s Liturgy Baptism (Infants): Please contact Andy Korvemaker: andy@holyfamilycathedral.ca Christian Initiation (RCIA): Please contact Andy Korvemaker. Confirmation and First Eucharist: Visit: hfsacraments.ca Marriage: Contact Father David at least one year prior to the anticipated date of marriage: david@holyfamilycathedral.ca Marriage Preparation: Next session - March Contact David Polzen: dpolzen@holyfamilycathedral.ca Reconciliation: 11:00am - 11:30am. on Saturdays or by appointment. Communion to Homebound & Elderly: Please contact Garth Horn: garth@holyfamilycathedral.ca Facility Rentals: Please contact Jim Nakoneshny: jim@holyfamilycathedral.ca To add people to the prayer list: please contact the Parish Office during the week at Include in your Prayers: Blanche Ulrich Rose Boechler Owen Stephens Kate Gardner Mary Martinez Kayden Kot Cheryl Crofford Preston Dyck Deb Silbernagel Rosemarie Labrecque Rico Pana Marcella Voeltz Sharon Coflin Frank Deibert Pearl Stratulat David Taylor Robert Pellizzari Stephanie Dosch Robbie Medernach Robert Pfefferle Melanie Wassill Margaret Gartner Filomena Santoro Nolan Barnes Dale White Allan Ecker Caroline Hamm Fr. Les Paquin Ron Ecker Brie Phillips Melody Hill Robyn Stimson Deanna Rowland Rosalie Deibert Ferne Gill Steve Stratulat Harvey LaRocque Gary Stimson Larry Holynski Simone Kuckartz Izel Lopez-Daley Rose Friske **Please note, names will be removed from this prayer list after 4 months. If you would like your name or the name of a loved one to remain on the list after 4 months, please call the parish office and ask to have the name continued. Thank you. Recently Deceased Andrea Epp Follow us on Twitter Holy Fr. Andy Sacristan Assistant Bernie R Ramona B

9 Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon OFFICE OF THE BISHOP 123 Nelson Rd Phone: Saskatoon SK S7S 1H1 Fax: Toll free: June 18, 2018 Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, This week s Supreme Court of Canada s ruling on the Trinity Western University law school is of great concern for all who support faith-based education in our country. I am writing to echo Vancouver Archbishop J. Michael Miller, CSB, in expressing disappointment in the court decision that has the potential to undermine freedom of religion, conscience, and association in Canada. As Archbishop Miller stated June 15: The decision runs counter to Canada s tradition of balancing rights and freedoms, and the implications of this decision for constitutional freedoms in Canada are severe. I also join with Archbishop Miller and others who agree with the ruling s dissenting justices, who pointed out that the decision betrays the promise of our Constitution that rights limitations must be demonstrably justified and who noted that the law societies powers are not absolute with respect to approving law programs. As Archbishop Miller said: Not only is freedom of conscience and religion a fundamental principle recognized in international human rights law, it is the first freedom guaranteed in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Perhaps more disturbing is that the court has undermined rights actually written in the Charter in favour of unwritten charter values, Archbishop Miller added. In an earlier 2001 TWU teachers college ruling, the Supreme Court respected the country s social and legal tradition of attempting to balance competing rights, rather than giving preference to one right over another, as noted by Archbishop Miller. However with this latest decision about the law school, the court has moved away from Canada s historic tradition of reconciling competing rights, and closer to a prioritization of rights, essentially ruling some rights are more important than others.

10 The decision is confounding on many levels. As TWU president Bob Kuhn recently pointed out, In a very long complex ruling, with four sets of reasons, eight of nine judges agree that Trinity Western University's religious freedom is violated - but the majority still uphold the law societies' decision not to approve the law school. Dr. Andrew Bennett, director of the Cardus Religious Freedom Institute, stated that the Supreme Court decision, has consigned the fundamental right to freedom of conscience and religion to second class status. This upholds a narrow understanding of diversity in which people of faith are relegated to the private sphere. Dr. Bennett also stated that now Canadians of all religious traditions, will have less latitude to dissent from majority opinions on social issues that clash with their beliefs. I would encourage all to consider the implications of this ruling. As Archbishop Miller pointed out: The Court s willingness to disregard the Charter of Rights and Freedoms means the threat of state influence expanding beyond its authority is increasing. The Court is allowing governments and governmentmandated regulators to decide which beliefs, and values are favoured in society, narrowing pluralism and freedom of conscience, beliefs, and thought in a serious way. Along with Archbishop Miller, and many other concerned Canadians, I believe that the Court has erred in breaking with precedent, threatening fundamental human rights in Canada. I would ask you to join me in praying that our social and legal tradition will continue to affirm the conscience and religious rights of all Canadians and the ability of all to participate in the civil life of society. As Dr. Bennett states, Now more than ever we need a robust and clear defense of freedom of conscience and religion and public faith. Please continue to advocate for public policies that respect and uphold the clear and broad protections of conscience and religious freedom that are a bedrock of Canadian law. I conclude by thanking our One God and Creator, who sustains our lives with such love and blessing, and calls us to promote justice and freedom in a country blessed with such diversity. Sincerely in our One God, Most Reverend Mark A. Hagemoen Bishop of Saskatoon