Building and Sustaining One Parish. Pastoral Staff. St. James Church. Parish Mailing Address

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1 Pastoral Staff Pastor: FR. JAROSLAW DZIUBA, SDS (Fr. Yarek) *Appts to be arranged through the parish office Associate Pastor: FR. DENNIS BHASKAR Deacon: DEACON KEN WADDLE Senior Administrator: DEBORAH QUINLAN Religious Education: LEANNE PLAMONDON Youth Ministry Coordinator: CHARLES TURNER Administrative Assistant: CHRISTINA SPRINKHUYSEN Submissions for the bulletin go to: DEADLINE IS THURSDAY 12 NOON St. James Church nd St. East (Street Address only) Okotoks Parish Mailing Address St. James Parish, Site 7, Box 41, RR#2 Okotoks, AB T1S 1A2 Phone: Fax: OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:30-12:00, 1:00-3:30pm *Closed for the Noon Hour* *Closed 3 rd Friday of the Month Emergencies only (Sacrament of the Sick): Fr. Yarek at or Fr. Dennis at *Please speak clearly and state your name and Phone number SCHEDULE FOR ST. JAMES CHURCH: Mass Times: Sun: 11:00am & 7:00pm Tues: 7:00pm Thurs 9:30am *10:00am Sat: 9:00am Reconciliation Schedule: Tuesday after 7:00pm Mass, Sunday: 6:30-6:55pm *or by appt. Solemn Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Tuesday following Mass 7:30-8:30pm SCHEDULE FOR ST. MICHAEL S CHURCH: Mass Times: Sun: 9:00am Wed: 9:00am Fri: 9:00am Reconciliation Schedule: After weekday Mass or by Appt. Solemn Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Friday following Mass, 9:30-10:30am St. Michael s Church 402 Government Road (Street address only) Black Diamond Building and Sustaining One Parish

2 Upcoming Events and Activities Stewardship Reflection: If anyone wishes to come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me. LUKE 9:23 We are not very good at denying ourselves in our society. Our current economic situation is evidence of what happens when people think they can have everything they want. Jesus calls us to set our own personal wants aside so that we have the resources to follow Him instead. On behalf of the office staff of St. James Parish, we wish all Fathers, Grandfathers and Spiritual Father s a very Blessed and Happy Father s Day! Let us welcome, into our parish community, all the children who have received the Sacrament of Baptism this weekend. Marion Mae Cassidy Martel GOD BLESS YOU & CONGRATULATIONS! It s so hard to say Good bye! Fr. Yarek will soon be moving to Calgary, to take up his new posting as Pastor at St. Joseph s Parish. And Fr. Dennis will be leaving us this summer to head back home to India. Fr. Yarek & Fr. Dennis, before you go, we would like to express our gratitude for your joyful preaching of the gospel and for your pastoral service to the people of God, which bring God s hope to a troubled world. You are wonderful examples of God s love at work - Thank you for teaching, guiding, inspiring and uplifting us, And most of all, thank you for bringing us closer to Christ! Thank you also for demonstrating a deep reverence for Mass, a great knowledge of scripture, a love of Christ and his Mother Mary, and a passion for Prayer! May Christ, in whose place you stand as priest, give you continuing grace to teach, guide and sanctify His people. May God Bless you Always! Though we now go on separate paths, we travel together to The Lord. I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will feed you with knowledge and understanding. Jeremiah 3:15

3 St. James Parish Page 3 Mass Times & Mass Intentions THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH Activities For The Week Sunday - June 19 9:00am - St. Michael s Christina Ackermann 11:00am - St. James Rabih Yaghi & Family 7:00pm - St. James People of the Parish St. Michael s KofC Pancake Breakfast following 9am Mass, St. Michael s Church Divine Mercy Chaplet at 10:50am prior to 11am Mass, St. James Church Monday - June 20 NO MASS Tuesday - June 21 7:00pm - St. James Colleen Gerla Wednesday - June 22 9:00am - St. Michael s Cecil Joseph Thursday - June 23 *10:00am - St. James Vinka Cavar Friday - June 24 9:00am - St. Michael s Brian Lyttle Saturday - June 25 9:00am - St. James John Lowe Sunday - June 26 9:00am - St. Michael s Special Intention 11:00am - St. James Clem & Aline 7:00pm - St. James People of the Parish 2nd Sunday Choir Practice 7-8pm, St. Michael s Church Men s Prayer Group 7:30-8:30pm, St. James Church, St. Br. Andre Room. Topics: Review of the Catechism and reflections on the Book of Wisdom. St. Vincent de Paul Meeting 7:30-9pm, St. James Church, St. Raphael Room Adoration and Reconciliation following 7pm Mass. CFC Choir Practice 8-9:30pm, St. James Church St. Mary s School Year end Mass 10:00am, St. James Church Please Note: Mass time change to *10:00 am Ecole Good Shepherd School Year end Mass 10:00am, St. James Church Rivers of Living Water Charismatic Prayer Group - No Meeting HIS Choir Practice 7:30-10pm, St. James Church Adoration following 9am Mass Safeway & Sobey s Gift cards are available after Mass, St. James Church * Low Gluten Eucharist is available at every Mass

4 Page 4 FIRST COMMUNION For children in grade 2 and up. FIRST RECONCILIATION For children in grade 3 and up. CONFIRMATION For youth in grade 8 and up. Registrations for the next sessions will begin online in September 2016 as well as at the general information sessions September 21 st and 26 7:00pm. BAPTISM PREPARATION - Infant baptism is celebrated following completion of our parish Baptism Preparation Program. A baptismal registration form must be handed into the parish office before the start of the session. All classes take place at St. James Church. Registration fee is $20. - Extra session added: Monday, June 27 7:00pm Baptisms are held on the second Sunday of every month after the 11:00am Mass. If your child is older than seven years of age and in need of baptism please contact Leanne at the parish office MARRIAGE PREPARATION - Phone the Parish Office at least 6 months before marriage and make an appointment. Marriage preparation sessions are mandatory for those preparing for marriage. Sessions are at St. James Church, Friday 7-9pm and Saturday, 9:00am to 4:30pm on the following dates: Session Four: October 21 and 22, 2016 Registration fee is $ per couple. Walk for One Rock 2016 Let us walk as one and pray as one as we raise awareness and the money to put on the One Rock Festival of Faith. From the home of the first One Rock Festival in Rockyford, AB, to the city of Calgary, we will join in prayer, song, and companionship. Join us! The walk will begin with 9 AM Sunday Mass on July 10 at St. Rita's Parish in Rockyword, setting off the 80-kilometre journey to Calgary with an overnight stop at Strathmore. The remainder of the walk will resume on Monday, July 11. You can help by joining the walk, sponsoring an individual, or sponsoring per km or a flat rate. To register or donate, visit SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION - For Adults age 18+ (RCIA) / for Youth grades 7-12 (RCIT) / for Children grades 2-6 (RCIC) 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 beginning in September. For more information please contact Leanne at or religiousedu@stjamesparishrc.com The Name of God is Mercy The 21st Annual Catholic Family Life Conference, June 30th July 3rd will be held at Lac Ste. Anne, Alberta. CFM is excited to celebrate this great Jubilee of Mercy with the conference theme "The Name of God is Mercy". Main speakers are Cardinal Thomas Collins, Matthew Leonard, Fr. Leo Patalinghug and Stephen Carattini. To register, visit or call Guests & Speakers: Cardinal Thomas Collins Archbishop Richard Smith Bishop Gregory Bittman Archbishop Gerard Pettipas Father Leo Patalinghug Matthew S. Leonard Stephen J. Carattini Fr. Paul Moret YOUTH SPEAKERS:Fr. Miguel Irizar; Fr. Mark Cramer; Fr. Carlos Nunez; Fr. Kris Schmidt; Peter Van Kampen; Carmen Marcoux;Jeannette Carrico Manser Children s Ministries: Pure Witness; FacetoFace; Given Grace; Guardian Angels Music: Mike Landry & Third Place Project

5 Roman Catholic Diocese of Calgary Announcements from the Catholic Pastoral Centre For June 19th, 2016 Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time WORLD MIGRANT & REFUGEE DAY MASS WITH BISHOP HENRY On June 20th, we will be celebrating the many contributions of forcibly displaced people throughout the world with a Mass at 7 pm St. Mary s Cathedral, presided by Bishop Frederick Henry. We will not only recognize refugees, past and current, but the many people dedicated to helping the refugees. An international potluck will follow in the Church Hall. For more information and RSVP: Marilou.legeyt@calgarydiocese.ca or call THE NAME OF GOD IS MERCY The 21st Annual Catholic Family Life Conference, June 30th July 3rd will be held at Lac Ste. Anne, Alberta. CFM is excited to celebrate this great Jubilee of Mercy with the conference theme "The Name of God is Mercy". Main speakers are Cardinal Thomas Collins, Matthew Leonard, Fr. Leo Patalinghug and Stephen Carattini. To register, visit or call EUTHANASIA AND ASSISTED SUICIDE On Wednesday, July 6, at 7:45pm (after the 7pm Mass) international pro-life presenter Stephanie Gray will be speaking at St. Albert the Great Parish in Calgary on the topic of euthanasia and assisted suicide. What should a civil and humane response to suffering be? How can people of good will respond to this push for legalized killing? How can we speak about euthanasia and assisted suicide in a winsome and compelling way? Come and be both inspired and equipped! ONE ROCK FESTIVAL OF FAITH Help us spread the word by inviting the people you know to this great fun faith filled event. All six Dioceses in Alberta are joining efforts for the One Rock Festival of Faith, August 12, 13 & 14 to present World Youth Day At Home. Your support will help reach the young adults and their families in our midst, giving them the opportunity of being together with other likeminded Christians, enjoy fun events, catechesis sessions, and the sacraments. You can help us in our mission by supporting this year s festival through your tax deductible donations. You can donate by using two options either 1. Online on onerock.ca How can I help page OR 2. By sending a cheque designated for One Rock made payable to RC Diocese of Calgary, Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2S 2T2. Thank you. HAVE YOU READ LAUDATO SI? June 18 marks the one year anniversary of the release of Pope Francis' historic encyclical "Laudato Si: On Care for our Common Home". An online course on this important document is available here: online-course-laudato-si/. It is a series of videos, providing a summary of each chapter of the encyclical, produced in partnership with The Pontifical Council of Justice & Peace and The Pontifical Academy of Science. If you or your parish is interested in exploring deeper Pope Francis' message on Integral Ecology, please contact the Social Justice office at or marilou.legeyt@calgarydiocese.ca CALGARY ECOHOME TOUR In Pope Francis's encyclical "Laudato Si", he calls on all of us to recognize our interdependence with the rest of God's creation. Our Holy Father believes we all have a role to play in caring for our common home and living lightly on the earth. Come and join us for a tour of a home that is doing just that. Learn about the ideas and technologies that created this off the grid, sustainable home. Visit for more information. The tour will be on June 25, 2016 at 10:00am. To register: marilou.legeyt@calgarydiocese.ca or call BISHOP'S DINNER This year, Bishop's Dinner is shining the light of Christ into the dark issues of human trafficking and pornography. On October 20, 2016 Bishop Henry will give his usual passionate keynote address speaking on having a Clean Heart. We hope you will join us to be challenged by Bishop's words but also to support our four amazing beneficiaries who are working to aid those impacted by these hard issues. Our 2016 beneficiaries are: Catholic Family Service's Counseling Program, Next Step Ministries' Sparrow House, The Joy Smith Foundation's 2017 Stampede Project and the YWCA Lightbridge s Amethyst Project. Tickets are $175/person ($75 tax receipt) or $1400/table of 8 ($600 tax receipt) RIDE FOR REFUGE 2016 Ride for Refuge is back for its fourth year in Calgary. Once again, the Diocese is pleased to host this fundraising event for charities serving the vulnerable, displaced and exploited. Funds raised by the Diocese will benefit our Elizabeth House Program which serves parenting and pregnant young women at risk and without traditional supports. Join us October 1 to walk 5km or ride 5, 10 or 25 km routes out in Springbank. Entry fee is $50 fundraised for each person over 10. The first 100

6 Page 6 people in Canada to raise $500 will get a limited edition Ride Hoodie! For more information contact Samantha at or samantha.jones@calgarydiocese.ca FEED THE HUNGRY GOLF TOURNAMENT Diocesan Golfers - Silvertip is calling! Do you love to golf? Have you always wanted to experience the amazing Silvertip Resort in Canmore? Here's your chance! Once again, Feed the Hungry is holding its annual golf tournament at Silvertip in Canmore, August 8. Golf for $350 ($100 tax receipt) and this includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, tee gift, 18 holes & cart. We also need sponsors. For more information or to register online, visit my.calgarydiocese.ca/fthgolf or contact Samantha Jones at or samantha.jones@calgarydiocese.ca HOLY LAND & JORDAN PILGRIMAGE (NOVEMBER 12-24) - INFORMATION MEETING Join Father John Schuster, V.G. & Father Avinash Colaco on an experience of a lifetime to the Holy Land & Jordan from November 12 to 24, 2016! An information meeting will take place on Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at Ascension Catholic Parish located on 1100 Berkshire Blvd N.W., Calgary from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Pilgrims will have the opportunity to ask questions about the pilgrimage, meet other pilgrims going and also register for the pilgrimage. The cost of this 12 day pilgrimage from November 12 to 24, 2016 is $4, Canadian Funds per person based on double occupancy. For more information contact Eden D Souza at eden.dsouza@calgarydiocese.ca or LEADER OF SONG Canadian Martyrs Parish community (835 Northmount Drive NW) is currently seeking applications for a Leader of Song for the 10:45.am Sunday Mass. An ideal candidate would be an enthusiastic Catholic musician who is comfortable leading worship in a variety of music styles, familiar with liturgy, responsible for music selection and preparation, committed to fostering the assembly s active participation. We have a group of dedicated, talented singers and a gifted, talented pianist who is well known in the music community. Interested candidates should our parish secretary at secretary@canadianmartyrsparish.ca or call Simone at to inquire. We welcome the opportunity to speak with you, to answer your questions, and to tell you about our parish family. Download the application at articles/employment-opportunities.html POSITION AVAILABLE - EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE CONSULTANT Non-profit organization dedicated to promoting respect for life is accepting applications for EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE CONSULTANT. Our primary responsibility is presenting the program within the school system. Presentations pertain to the development of the unborn child and respect for self and others. Candidates must have a commitment to young people, an understanding and conviction regarding pro-life and possess exceptional public speaking abilities. Please submit your resume to Fax no or pro-life@shaw.ca FIRESIDE EVENING PRAYER The Assembly of Women Religious is offering a fireside evening prayer and contemplation of our inner flame s mores and shutter-upper will be featured. Grounds of FCJ Christian Life Centre at 8 pm, Wednesday, June 29. Questions? Contact Sr. Terry at tksmithfcj@yahoo.ca or Ministry Children s Liturgy Couples for Christ Program Finance Council Girls T&T K of C - St. James K of C - St. Michael s Men s Prayer Group Music Ministry Parish Pastoral Council Pastoral Care Prayer Cha in RCIA ` Rivers of Living Water Prayer Group Sacramental Preparation St. James Boy s Group for Father s and Sons St. James Catholic Women s League St. James Moms Group St. Vincent de Paul St. Vincent de Paul - Black Diamond Stewardship Together in Action Youth Group Contact Information Roxanne Bruketa rrpasternak@hotmail.com Julius Strachan julius_strachanjr@yahoo.com Jane Perreault mommyjane3@gmail.com Kevin Crawford Steve Dookie Stefan Schwartz stefrschwarz@gmail.com Leanne Plamondon Dave Wilson Ron Nelson Vi Lake vilake@telus.net Cheryl Poulin ccfry47@telus.net Kim Jakobowski kimjakobowski@shaw.ca Leanne Plamondon religiousedu@ stjamesparishrc.com Jason Krueger jkrueger@redeemer.ab.ca Pamela Mclean pamela_mclean04@yahoo.com Linda Bryson dlbryson@hotmail.com Tara Epp tepp@redeemer.ab.ca John Walsh Leanne Plamondon religiousedu@stjamesparishrc.com Dave Wilson Charles Turner youthmin@stjamesparishrc.com `

7 St. James Catholic Women s League held their annual June Wind-up dinner last night; we were thrilled to have fifty (50) people in attendance. It was a potluck this year and we had many beautiful dishes made by those present. Thanks to everyone for your lovely donations to the meal and your attendance. Years of service awards were presented as well as other special awards. Thanks to the students of HTA whoprovide their service to the league at these special occasions. All in all, I think everyone had an enjoyable evening. Our next regular meeting will be a wine and cheese welcome to all on Tuesday, September 13th, Mark your calendars, as it is usually a lovely gathering. HAPPY FATHER S DAY TO ALL THE MEN OUT THERE! WE HOPE YOU HAVE AWONDERFUL SUNDAY AND WEEK TO FOLLOW! We wish you all a very happy, safe and blessed summer! God bless you all and all the best to Father Yarek and Father Dennis as they move on to their new posts. We will miss you both! Prayer for Priests Eternal God, please bless our priests, who represent you on this earth. Make them more greatly aware of the grace that you pour out through them when they minister the sacraments, and help them to fall more deeply in love with you after each and every Mass that they celebrate. Please strengthen our priests, who shepherd your flock, when they are in doubt of their faith, that they may be examples of your Truth and guide us always on the path to you. We ask these things of you our Eternal Priest. Amen. Summer Office Hours July 1st to August 26th Monday to Thursday Only 8:30am to 12:00pm 1:00pm to 3:00pm Closed Fridays all summer "Rivers of Living Water" Charismatic Prayer Group Summer Schedule Thursdays 7:00-8:00 PM Jun. 16 th Thurs, RoLW End of season wrap-up and Summer BBQ OFF SITE Jun. 23 rd Thurs, RoLW SUMMER SCHEDULE NO MEETING Jun. 30 th Thurs, RoLW SUMMER SCHEDULE NO MEETING Jul. 7 th Thurs, RoLW Praise, Prayer & Fellowship St. James Church Jul. 14 th Thurs, RoLW SUMMER SCHEDULE NO MEETING Jul. 16 th - SATURDAY RoLW Summer Praise, Prayer and Picnic Location TBD Jul. 21 st Thurs, RoLW SUMMER SCHEDULE NO MEETING Jul. 28 th Thurs, RoLW SUMMER SCHEDULE NO MEETING Aug. 4 th Thurs, RoLW Praise, Prayer & Fellowship St. James Church Aug. 11 th Thurs, RoLW SUMMER SCHEDULE NO MEETING Aug. 18 th Thurs, RoLW SUMMER SCHEDULE NO MEETING Aug. 25 th Thursday, RoLW Praise, Prayer & Fellowship St. James Church Sept. 1 st Thurs, RoLW SUMMER SCHEDULE NO MEETING Sept. 8 th Thurs, RoLW SUMMER SCHEDULE NO MEETING

8 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 cards can be used for payment. Our goal for 2016 is to sell $9000 per month or $108,000 annually which will contribute $8100 towards the Parish. TIA donations are accepted as well! Actual May 1 to 31, 2016 $12, Year to date $34, Proceeds to the Pa rish $ 2, St. James Family Golf Classic Hosted by The Knights of Columbus Crystal Ridge Golf Course Okotoks Saturday September 17th, Registration 2:00pm 9 hole course - $120/person Mini-Golf for the Family - $20/ person St. Michael's Farewell BBQ for Fr. Yarek hosted by St. Michael's Knights of Columbus and the Spiritual Committee Sunday, June 26th after 9am Mass (held outside behind the church) Cost: by donation. Please bring lawn chairs. Questions?: see Armand or Mavis Includes burger buffet and activities for the kids Join us for a Great day of Golf and Family Time! Registration Contact: Dave or by davewil72@yahoo.ca Weekly Collection Report 2016 June 5, 2016 Collections Over (Under) Year to date Collections Year to date Over (Under) Operating Fund $5,708 $9,510 $(3,802) $196,206 $228,730 $(32,524) Together in Action (TIA) $355 $936 $(581) $20,290 $21,528 $(1,238) Building Fund Loan $1,249 $1,682 $(433) $62,185 $38,686 $23,499 Weekly Collection Report 2016 June 12, 2016 Collections Over (Under) Year to date Collections Year to date Over (Under) Operating Fund $11,326 $9,510 $1,816 $207,532 $238,240 $(30,708) Together in Action (TIA) $435 $936 $(501) $20,725 $22,464 $(1,739) Building Fund Loan $1,603 $1,682 $(80) $63,787 $40,368 $23,419