St. Patrick s Parish. September 29, 2013 Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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1 St. Patrick s Parish September 29, 2013 Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Parish Information Weekend Mass Times Saturday: 5:00pm Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:45am, 12:30pm & Weekday Mass Times Tuesday through Friday, 9:00am Reconciliation Tuesday through Friday, 8:30am 8:55am Saturday 4:15pm to 4:45pm Office Hours Monday Friday: 9:30am to 4:30pm Phone: (403) Fax: (403) parish@stpatrickcalgary.com Webpage: Address: 1414 Shawnessy Blvd. SW, T2Y 2L7 "Abraham replied, 'My child, remember that you received what was good during your lifetime while Lazarus likewise received what was bad; but now he is comforted here, whereas you are tormented.'" Lk Parish Staff Pastor: Fr. Andrew Maruszczak SDS pastor@stpatrickcalgary.com Associate Pastor: Fr. Sebastian Szewczyk SDS associate@stpatrickcalgary.com Deacon: Rev. Mr. Albert Riendeau albert.riendeau@calgarydiocese.ca Deacon: Rev. Mr. Vivian Pinto deaconvivian@hotmail.com Parish Secretary: Mary Bartman parish@stpatrickcalgary.com Office Assistant: Mary Wong Accountant: Keith Pedersen R.C.I.A. Coordinator: Deacon Albert Riendeau rcia@stpatrickcalgary.com Sacramental Prep.: Mary Rowan sacramentalprep@stpatrickcalgary.com Youth Coordinators: Harriett Cariaga & Lizy Porathur youth@stpatrickcalgary.com Volunteer Screening: Apple Cebedo screening@stpatrickcalgary.com Parish Bulletin: Sharon Riendeau bulletin@stpatrickcalgary.com Custodian: Earl Baker

2 MASS INTENTIONS Saturday Sept. 28 5:00pm Lilly Dizon, R.I.P. Sunday Sept. 29 7:30am Jack McDonald, R.I.P. 9:00am St. Patrick s Parish Community 10:45am Claro Pineda, R.I.P. 12:30pm Wilson Abella Sr., R.I.P. Roy & Mana Rebustillo, 20th Anniversary & Birthday Intentions Tuesday Oct. 1 9:00am No Mass Wednesday Oct. 2 9:00am Jean Kobin, 90th Birthday Intention Thursday Oct. 3 9:00am Remedios Gatdula, R.I.P Friday Oct. 4 9:00am Rev. Jerry Dowling, R.I.P. May God s Healing Love Enfold Those Who Are Sick: Alberta Aguilar, Megan Barron, Wendy Clark, Tamara David, Mauricio Diaz, Lourdes Dizon, Joseph Doherty, Fr. Eulogio Estaris, Fr. Denis Fleming, Gerry Gianan, Stan Gomes, Melanie McManus, Louise Maerz, Beverly Mindach, Charles Nixdorff, Nicholas Roxas, Victor Shemanski, Paula Stepansky, Herbert Stange and Rachel Tucay. Please pray for all who have died. May they be raised to new and everlasting life in Christ. NEXT SUNDAY S READINGS: Habakkuk 1.2-3; 2.2-4; Psalm 95 2 Timothy 1.6-8, 13-14; Luke 17,5-10. A WARM WELCOME TO Darcy Santos who will be baptized this weekend. We give thanks for these new members of our Parish Family. HOLY HOUR Friday, October 4 at. Come and pray with our Parish Community. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Private Prayer, Rosary and Benediction. Give blood, donate winter clothing, or give non-perishable food supplies to local charities. PASTOR S CORNER Proverbs have a way of stating a concept that can become a kind of mantra for explaining the way things are. Sayings like, "Mighty oaks from little acorns grow," or "The apple doesn't fall far from the tree," or "It's the squeaky wheel that gets the grease," are all meant to encapsulate a larger concept in a brief sentence. For the most part, the person hearing the phrase immediately understands to what the speaker is referring. And so the saying, "He can't see the forest for the trees," is often understood as describing someone who cannot comprehend the larger implications of things because all he can see is the minute details on which he is focused. In the Gospel this weekend Jesus tells a parable about a rich man who was seemingly oblivious to both the forest and the trees. In the story the rich man seems unconcerned with anything but his own pleasure. He dresses in fine linen. He eats great meals. It seems like he has it all. The "forest" of communal interaction seems beyond his imagination. At the same time, from what we are told, the rich man also seems not to have taken any notice of the beggar at his door. He was not even aware of the "trees" of someone right at his gate. In our lives as Christians, both the forest and the trees are important. We can't lose sight of either of them. As people in the world we must continue to be involved in working for a more just society through our advocacy and political activity. We have to promote the causes of life, human dignity, peace, and the common good. That's the big picture, the forest, that we see. At the same time through our works of charity and simple outreach we touch the lives of the poor, the sick, the lonely, and the dying in our very midst. They are the trees right in front of us, and we cannot miss them either.

3 THIS WEEK IN THE PARISH Monday Sept. 30 Youth Group Parish Hall Tuesday Oct. 1 1:00pm Seniors Group Parish Hall CWL General Meeting Parish Hall KC Executive Meeting Fr. Lacombe Rm. Wednesday Oct. 2 9:30am Mom s Group Parish Hall Pillars 1 (Bible Study) Fr. Lacombe Rm. Legion of Mary Bishop O Byrne Rm. Quick Journey Bible Study Bishop Henry Rm. R.C.I.A. Parish Hall Thursday Oct. 3 9:30am Women's Scripture Study Parish Hall 6:30pm Cubs Parish Hall Engaging the Heart Fr. Lacombe Rm. Stewardship Meeting Bishop Henry Rm. Friday Oct. 4 Holy Hour Church 8:00pm Couples for Christ Parish Hall 8:00pm AA Meeting Fr. Lacombe Rm. Saturday Oct. 5 9:30am Confirmation Preparation Church 1:00pm Altar Server Training Church 6:00pm KC 30th Anniversary Dinner & Dance Parish Hall Sunday Oct. 6 2:00pm Servants of God Fr. Lacombe Rm. CWL The CWL General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 1 at 7:00 pm in the Parish Hall. The first part of the meeting is a Program that requires registration. The Program will start promptly at 7:00 pm so please arrive early. Call Gayleen Hamilton at or her at ggh2003@telus.net for details. At 8:00pm all members can participate in saying the Rosary which will then be followed by a short Business Meeting and hospitality. PILLARS I: THE CREED BIBLE STUDY We have one spot still available for the Wednesday evening study of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Contact Carolyn immediately to register at CHILDREN S LITURGY OF THE WORD Starting next weekend CLOTW will be offered at the 5pm, 9am and 10:45am Mass times. The Mass needs Lectors and Eucharist Ministers. We also need coordinators for these two ministries. Please contact the parish office if you are able to serve. CONFIRMATION Next weekend the young people in our parish who will be confirmed in November will be called forward before our parish community after the homily. Each of us, as members of St. Patrick s Parish, has an important role to play in these young peoples lives: to support them, to pray for them, to welcome them and to lead them by our example. MUSICIANS WANTED Do you love music? Do you feel a call to share your musical gifts? Would you like to be part of the music ministry? The 7:30 pm Mass needs singers and instrumentalists, especially piano and guitar; and would love for you to join. The choir also needs a new choir director ASAP. If you are able to serve, please contact the parish office or come speak with the choir after Mass. ALTAR SERVERS The last possible date for ALL returning or NEW altar servers is Saturday, October 5 from 1-4 pm for new servers and 3-4 pm for returning servers. Contact John for more information or to register , jdfox@telus.net.

4 WIDOW & WIDOWER MINISTRY Our next gathering will be Saturday, October 5 following the 5pm Mass at Holy Spirit Parish. A pizza and movie night have been planned. We are asking for a donation of $5 a person to help cover the costs of the pizza. Anyone who plans to come for this evening of fellowship and fun please give Judy a call at so we know how much pizza should be ordered. FORUM FOR THE CATHOLIC SCHOOL TRUSTEES Holy Spirit CWL is hosting a Forum for Catholic School Trustees for Wards 13 & 14 on Sunday, October 6th from 1:00-3:00 pm. Mary Martin and John Vyboh will be present to discuss their platform and answer any questions. Come and listen so you can make an informed decision when you vote. THE TRIEMPH MOVIE From a tiny village in BosniaHerzegovina comes a warning to the world, and a message of hope. Get ready for The Triumph, a documentary film that investigates one of the greatest mysteries in the modern world a real-life prophecy unfolding today. The Triumph investigates a modernday miracle that has global implications. This stunning movie will be screening in Calgary on October 12, at 9:30 am at the Scotiabank Theaters at Chinook Center. Tickets are only on line at: Price: $12 for adults and $6 for Youth/Students (students 18 and over must show valid student ID card). Your PayPal receipt is your ticket to the screening. For more information contact: Ave Maria Center at MARY or Queen of Peace Center at For movie trailer go to LIFE CHAIN Is on Sunday, October 6, from 2:30 4:00pm along MacLeod Trail from 58 Ave to 90 Ave. Individuals, families and parish groups line sidewalks to be peaceful pro-life witnesses silently praying while holding approved educational messages. It is God who changes hearts, we are called to be his instruments. For more info. visit or call John at To get the map or book a group location: lifechaininfo@gmail.com. To help distribute signs & marshal (safety patrol) contact Larry Llewellyn or cell DAYS FOR LIFE International Peaceful Prayer Vigil to End Abortion Is being held Wednesday, September 25 to Sunday, November 3, 8 am to 8pm. Organize a parish prayer team to defend unborn babies or come alone and join others in prayer in Calgary at the Kensington (Abortion) Clinic th Ave NW. Contact Jairo jgarzon@shaw.ca or Gwen gwencaldwell@shaw.ca or for more info. WORKSHOP ON HOW TO FORGIVE A Workshop on How to Forgive, 4 Steps to Forgiving Saturday, October 5 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 400 Edmonton Trail. Presenter: Celia Ryan Registration 9:00am Presentation: 9:30am 3:30pm Registration fee is $40.00 which includes lunch. Please call or (403) healthcareprograms@calgarydiocese.ca HIGH HOPES, a special concert to raise funds for flood relief in High River will be held on Friday, October 25 at 7:30 pm. At Canadian Martyrs Parish. Enjoy an evening of lighthearted music from Broadway to Opera. Enjoy selections from the best-loved musicals, love songs, spiritual and more. Performers include: Eswina Ngai & Antonio Rino. A Silent Auction, door prizes & light refreshments are provided. Tickets are available at: Canadian Martyrs Church , St Luke s Church , St Stephen Protomartyr Church or online. Tickets $20/advance, or $25/door. For details:

5 ST. PATRICK S CHURCH - October, 2013 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 6 Masses: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:45am, 12:30pm & 2:00pm Servants of God 13 Masses: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:45am, 12:30pm & 2:00pm Baptism Preparation (must pre-register) 2:00pm Servants of God 20 WORLD MISSIONS SUNDAY Masses: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:45am, 12:30pm & S.V.P. Collection 2:00pm Servants of God 27 Masses: 7:30am, 9:00am, 10:45am, 12:30pm & 2:00pm Servants of God Baptism Team Meeting 7 Youth Group Choir Practice (12:30pm) 14 THANKSGIVING DAY Practice (12:30pm) OFFICE CLOSED 21 Youth Group Practice (12:30pm) 28 \ Youth Group Choir Practice (12:30pm) 1 1:00pm Seniors Group K.C. Executive Meeting C.W.L. Meeting (10:45am) Choir Practice PRIESTS STUDY DAY NO MASSES 8 1:00pm Seniors Group Young Adults Meeting K.C. General Meeting (10:45am) Choir Practice 15 1:00pm Seniors Group Finance Council Meeting Pastoral Care Group Practice (10:45am) 22 1:00pm Seniors Group 6:30pm C.W.L. Executive meeting KC Information Night Parish Council Meeting Practice (10:45am) 29 1:00pm Seniors Group Practice (10:45am) 2 9:30am Moms Group 6:00pm Young People s Choir Legion of Mary Pillars I & Quick Journey R.C.I.A. 8:00pm Choir Practice (9:00am 9 9:30am Moms Group 6:00pm Young People s Choir Legion of Mary Pillars I & Quick Journey R.C.I.A. 8:00pm Choir Practice (9:00am) 16 9:30am Moms Group 6:00pm Young People s Choir Legion of Mary Quick Journey R.C.I.A. 8:00pm Choir Practice (9:00am) 23 9:30am Moms Group 6:00pm Young People s Choir Legion of Mary Pillars I & Quick Journey R.C.I.A. 8:00pm Choir Practice (9:00am) 30 9:30am Moms Group 6:00pm Young People s Choir Legion of Mary Pillars I & Quick Journey R.C.I.A. 8:00pm Choir Practice (9:00am) 3 9:30am Women s Scripture Study 6:30pm Cubs Stewardship Meeting Engaging the Heart Practice (5:00pm) 10 9:30am Women s Scripture Study 6:30pm Cubs Engaging the Heart SSVP Practice (5:00pm) 17 9:30am Women s Scripture Study 6:30pm Cubs Engaging the Heart Practice (5:00pm) 24 9:30am Women s Scripture Study 6:30pm Cubs Young Adults Mtg. Engaging the Heart Practice (5:00pm) 31 9:30am Women s Scripture Study Practice (5:00pm) 4 7:00 Holy Hour 8:00pm Couples for Christ 11 Rosary 18 INN FROM THE COLD Holy Hour 5 9:30-11:30am Confirmation Preparation 1:00pm Altar Servers Training 4:15pm 4:45pm Reconciliation 5:00pm Mass 6:00pm KC 30 th Anniversary Dinner/Dance 12 4:15pm 4:45pm Reconciliation 5:00pm Mass 6:30pm Couples for Christ 19 INN FROM THE COLD 9:30am 11:30am Confirmation Preparation 4:15pm 4:45pm Reconciliation 5:00pm Mass S.V.P. Collection 6:30pm Couples for Christ A.M. Scouts Bottle Drive 9:30am 11:30am Confirmation Preparation 4:15pm 4:45pm Reconciliation 5:00pm Mass 6:30pm Couples for Christ I lift up my eyes to the hills from where will my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. Psalm 121:1-2

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7 A TESTIMONY FROM A SSVP MEMBER OF THE SOCIETY OF STAINT VINCENT de PAUL The society of St Vincent de Paul is lay Catholic organization whose mission is to live the Gospel message by serving Christ in people in need with love, justice and joy. As a result the Society s mission expects that Vincentians to: See Christ in anyone who suffers; Come together as family; Have personal contact with people in need; Help in all possible ways. The St Patrick s Conference of the society has existed for about twenty-five years. So what do we do? 1. We assist friends and neighbours in need with food, financial help, housing, furniture and household goods, transportation and other needs. a. Most of the times we deliver food hampers to those that make the request. However depending on the request it may be as simple as adding bus tickets to the package to assist this person in their transportation requirement as they start their new job. In other cases it may be to help someone with his or her utility bill or their rent. Sometimes the issues are short term as we help a family through a crisis but other times it can be a very long time. This is where the experience of our more senior members and with the help of the Holy Spirit we discern who obtains the help they request. 2. We liaise with agencies in a better position to assist. a. Some of our friends just don t know where to start. They have so many problems that it is very easy for them to go into overwhelm. As a result I ve seen our more senior members visit these people, work with them and help them establish a contact with social agencies that are in existence. Now why can I not do this work as an individual? I probably can but it would take many years of building relationships and trust. But this is the beauty of St Vincent de Paul society. Someone has done this activity before and those relationships are already built and they are quite effective in liaising with those agencies. b. As a second point you will note that our Conference is in a relatively affluent part of Calgary. There are other parts of the city where people are not so fortunate and certain St Vincent de Paul Conferences are stretched to the limit and they need help. They have a greater need for money, food and volunteers. In this case Saint Patrick s Conference is connected to other Conferences through the South Calgary Council, which in turn is connect to the Calgary Central. For example through the coordination by the Society we are also assisting the Holy Trinity Conference in helping other Calgarians in a meaningful and organized way.

8 1. We obtain resources through the Parish Donation Boxes, begging activities, and donations from our parishioners, parish groups and others in our community such as our schools. a. I can safely say that 99% of your donation is used to help the poor. There is no money spent on advertising. b. Secondly I would like to point out that this organization is a lay organization and there are some conferences that do operate outside the Catholic parish. St. Patrick s conference alone helps in the order of 400 to 500 hundred families a year. Now those resources have to come from somewhere. A lot of the food is collected through the schools, and the bin at the front of the church. As a result someone needs to pick these donations up, sort through the donations and place them on the shelves in the pantry. c. On the third Sunday of the every month the Saint Vincent de Paul banner is at the front and we have members with a basket in hand standing at the door hoping to collect. Let me say these donations plus the ones through the drop boxes are extremely helpful. This cash provides St Patrick s Conference with the flexibility to, as we would say, top up the pantry or to provide some food voucher so that the mother can buy milk for her children. I say mother because at least 50% of our clients that are below the poverty line are single moms. 2. We rely on the time and talent of its members. We are all volunteers. a. As the saying goes, many hands make to work light. We have volunteers doing the following: i. Answering the phone ii. Picking up food donations iii. Stocking shelves iv. Delivering food v. Liaise with agencies. vi. Collecting funds at the Church vii. Provide a support group for other Vincentians to do their work When we help individuals we put on our best smile, befriend them and do our best to make the service provided a positive experience for them. Now for some Vincentians approaching individuals is easier to do than for others but you learn as you go and get better as you practice. Most of all we do not judge the people we serve. Jesus calls us to help the poor and I find that Saint Vincent de Paul Society is an excellent avenue to make a difference. So we would appreciate your assistance and if time dictates that it only be at Christmas time then we will gladly accept your help. But if you feel that inner urge to volunteer throughout the year in whatever capacity in order to make a difference then we have an opportunity for you. Who knows you may even find it very rewarding and fulfilling.

9 Roman Catholic Diocese of Calgary Announcements from the Catholic Pastoral Centre for September 29th 2013, Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Human Resources Employment Opportunities: St. Albert the Great Parish located in SE Calgary invites applications for Youth Coordinator. Sacred Heart Parish Calgary invites applications for an Administrative Assistant. For more information and application procedures please see complete posting at: Charities and Development Ride for Refuge on October 5, family friendly bike ride. We would love to have you volunteer or ride with us. Visit or contact Samantha Jones or samantha.jones@calgarydiocese.ca. Bishop s Dinner October 17, % sold, free babysitting this year. For more information visit: Social Justice Ministry Development and Peace Fall Action Campaign Workshop A Voice for Justice Madagascar: Beyond Baobabs and Lemurs. Development and Peace is launching its new campaign, A Voice for Justice, in response to reports from mine-affected communities in Africa, Asia and Latin America that are experiencing conflict, pollution, forced displacements and other negative impacts from the presence of Canadian mines. DEVELOPMENT AND PEACE has collected testimonials from communities in Honduras, Madagascar, Peru and the Philippines. Regional Development and Peace Animator, Sara Farid, has recently come back from a Solidarity Tour to Madagascar, and will share first hand stories of those directly affected, and speak about what you can do in your parish and community to address this issue. The workshop will be held at the Catholic Pastoral Center on Friday, October 18, 2013 from 6:00 to 8:30pm. To register, please sfarid@devp.org. Flood Relief - The Diocese of Calgary is accepting financial donations to assist the recent flood victims. Donations can be made as follows: - by sending a cheque payable to the "Roman Catholic Diocese of Calgary", earmarked "Calgary Flood Relief fund" and sent to the Pastoral Centre (120-17th Ave SW, Calgary AB T2S 2T2). - Online donations using PayPal or credit cards are now being accepted by clicking on the Donate Now button on our diocesan website. After stating the donation amount, you will be asked where you would like to direct your donation. Please put "Calgary Flood Relief fund." Thank you for your generous contributions! Office of Liturgy Media Art in Liturgy - a Roman Catholic Vision. This year s Western Conference of Liturgy takes place in Calgary : Friday October 18, 7pm and Saturday October 19, 9am 4pm at St. Gerard Church, Calgary, with Catholic theologian, liturgist, and media producer, Dr. Eileen Crowley. We invite you to come and engage in this critical reflection upon the use of media as art in Catholic liturgy. The conference will benefit especially teachers and those who minister to youth, ministers of environment and art, and all who use projectors in worship. The conference also offers participants an opportunity to explore photography as a spiritual practice. The cost of the conference this year is low, only $60 and it includes lunch. For more information and registration details visit the conference website

10 Life and Family Resource Centre (LFRC) For Better & For Ever Marriage Preparation, a program offered by the Life & Family Resource Centre of the Calgary Diocese. This program consists of a 2 hour Monday evening orientation session and a Friday evening/saturday day session. Upcoming Dates for 2013: Orientation: Oct 21 & Nov 18, Weekend Sessions Nov 8 9 & Dec 6 7. For more information or registration contact , lifeandfamily@calgarydiocese.ca. Worldwide Marriage Encounter: at the Airport Travelodge, Calgary; November , Register before Oct. 10 th as space is limited. Registration is $ For more information visit wwmecalgary@gmail.com or call Annette and Lionel at Transitions, a 15-week program for the newly separated or divorced runs every Tuesday from 7:00 9:00 pm starting October 1, Call for more information or to register. Effective Co-Parenting, a 5-week program for separated/divorced parents that teaches helpful communication skills. Scheduled to run every Wednesday from 7:00 9:00 pm starting October 2 nd. Fertilitas, a support group for couples struggling with fertility issues. For more information contact the Life & Family Resource Centre at Days for Life International Peaceful Prayer Vigil to End Abortion Wednesday 25 September Sunday 3 November 2013, 8 am to 8 pm. Organize a parish prayer team to defend unborn babies or come alone and join others in prayer in Calgary at the Kensington (Abortion) Clinic th Ave NW. Contact Jairo at , jgarzon@shaw.ca or Gwen , gwencaldwell@shaw.ca or for more information. Life Chain event takes place on Respect Life Sunday, October 6 at 2:30-4:00 pm in Calgary, along MacLeod Trail from 58 Ave to 90 Ave, individuals, families and parish groups line sidewalks. Peaceful pro-life witnesses silently praying while holding approved educational messages. For more information check the website at Calgary coordinator: John , to help distribute signs & marshal (safety patrol) contact Larry Llewellyn at or cell The Calgary Catholic Medical Association presents: Heal the Sick 100 Years of Catholic Healthcare in Alberta on Thursday, October 10; 7:00-9:30 pm; at St. Mary s University College, Bannister Road SE, Calgary. Contact the LFRC at or check the website. The 2013 A Song for Rachel takes place on Friday, October 18 at St. Joseph s Parish, Avenue NW Calgary. Contact the LFRC at for ticket reservations. Youth Ministry The Office of Youth Ministry is looking to hire young adults for the Diocesan Youth Retreat Team (DYRT). If you are between the ages of and would like to share your faith in a retreat setting, with casual employment from October to June please contact either Mary Ann Donaleshen maryann.donaleshen@calgarydicocese.ca or Sarah Buckham at sarah.buckham@calgarydiocese.ca for further information and to apply. Prison Ministry Individuals are currently needed to assist with Bible reflection and leading in praying of the rosary with inmates. Also, individuals are needed to assist with Music Ministry during scheduled mass times from 12:30-2:30pm. If you are interested, please contact our Prison Ministry Volunteer Coordinator, Elaine McMurray at volunteers@calgaryprisonministry.com.