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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 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: For you were called to freedom, brothers and sisters. But do not use this freedom as an opportunity for the flesh; rather serve one another through love. GALATIANS 5:13 We like to celebrate the fact that we are free to live the good life. But Jesus calls us to a different kind of freedom. St. Paul reminds us that Jesus sets us free so that we can serve one another, share our gifts and promote God s work here on earth to glorify His name and not honor ourselves. Join us every week in the Chapel at St. James, a half hour before 11:00 AM Sunday Mass and a half hour before each Mass, on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays. 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 26 9:00am - St. Michael s Special Intention 11:00am - St. James Clem & Aline 7:00pm - St. James People of the Parish Safeway & Sobey s Gift cards are available after Mass, St. James Church Farewell BBQ after 9am Mass, St. Michael s Church Couples for Christ 1-5pm, St. James Church, St. Martha s Room Monday - June 27 NO MASS Tuesday - June 28 7:00pm - St. James Mary Conneely Wednesday - June 29 9:00am - St. Michael s Special Intention Thursday - June 30 9:30am - St. James Cerkvenac Family Friday - July 1 9:00am - St. Michael s In Thanksgiving 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. Adoration and Reconciliation following 7pm Mass. HTA Grad Mass & Commencement begins at 11am, St. James Church Rivers of Living Water Charismatic Prayer Group - No Meeting HIS Choir Practice 7:30-10pm, St. James Church PARISH OFFICE CLOSED Adoration following 9am Mass Saturday - July 2 9:00am - St. James Renato Pablo Sunday - July 3 9:00am - St. Michael s Christina Ackermann 11:00am - St. James Jackie McDevitt 7:00pm - St. James People of the Parish 1st Saturday Mass Divine Mercy Chaplet prior to 9am Mass at St. Michael s Church Coffee Sunday following 9am Mass, St. Michael s Church Couples for Christ 1-5pm, St. James Church, St. Martha s Room * 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 2nd & 4th Sundays of every month after the 11:00am Mass at St. James Church and during the 9am Mass at St. Michael s Church. (*No Baptisms during Lent*) 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. All parishioners are invited to join in the prayer of the Divine Mercy Chaplet on the First Sunday of the month at St. Michael s, next one July 3 rd, prior to mass. The 2 nd Friday of the month at St. Michael s, next one July 8 th, during adoration following 9am Mass. Also, on the 3 rd Sunday of every month at St. James Church, next one, July 17 th, at 10:50am before the 11am Mass. 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 26th, th Sunday of Ordinary Time THE NAME OF GOD IS MERCY The 21st Annual Catholic Family Life Conference, June 30-July 3 rd 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 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 or samantha.jones@calgarydiocese.ca ONE ROCK SOCCER CUP Do you enjoy a good game of soccer? Come and see who will win the One Rock Cup this year. Student all-stars and the Roman Collar United (priests of the dioceses) will battle it out at One Rock If you are a high school student and would like to take on the Roman Collar United please sign up at ONE ROCK FESTIVAL OF FAITH, AUGUST This year One Rock will welcome the young adults of today, and as we listen to them we will honor their requests for more music at the festival. Also new this year is a Comedian, a Bishop s Panel on the theme of Mercy, and new speakers. Drum circle, soccer game, Tug of war, water fight are also part of our program for the weekend all incorporated in a World Youth Day at Home experience. Invite people you know to this great event, an opportunity to encounter Christ. More at 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 people in Canada to raise $500 will get a limited edition Ride Hoodie! 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! 2016 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 Counselling Program, Next Step Ministries' Sparrow House, The Joy Smith Foundation's 2017 Stampede Project and the YWCA Lethbridge's Amethyst Project. Tickets are $175/person ($75 tax receipt) or $1400/table of 8 ($600 tax receipt) TRANSITIONS A 15-week peer support program for those recently separated or divorced. Participants will meet every week to reflect upon and discuss topics such as self-esteem, stress, anger, guilt, blame, loneliness, forgiveness, blended families and more. The next program begins Monday, September 26. More info or to register, at RETROUVAILLE CALGARY A Lifeline for Marriages. Two people are joined together in marriage. Along life s journey, we may lose our way and start to grow apart. Retrouvaille provides a road map to help us find our way again by teaching communication skills and providing the tools to improve our relationships. Call for help today, , coordinator@retrouvaillecalgary.com, Next weekend retreat is September 9-11, 2016

6 Page 6 MARRIAGE PREPARATION "FOR BETTER & FOR EVER" For Better & For Ever Marriage Preparation, accepts all couples preparing for marriage. Due to the small group setting it allows us to focus on couples in one or more of the following circumstances: living together, previously married, beginning marriage with children, couples 45+, or those who wish to have their marriage blessed in the Church. Upcoming Dates: Aug 22/Sep 9-10, Sep 12/Sep30-Oct1, Oct 17/Nov4-5, Nov 14/Dec2-3. For more dates, registration or information, contact or lifeandfamily@calgarydiocese.ca. ` Ministry Children s Liturgy Couples for Christ Program Finance Council Contact Information Roxanne Bruketa rrpasternak@hotmail.com Julius Strachan julius_strachanjr@yahoo.com ` HAVE YOU READ LAUDATO SI? June 18 marked 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: catholicclimatemovement.global/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, contact the Social Justice office at or marilou.legeyt@calgarydiocese.ca Girls T&T K of C - St. James K of C - St. Michael s Men s Prayer Group Jane Perreault mommyjane3@gmail.com Kevin Crawford Steve Dookie Stefan Schwartz stefrschwarz@gmail.com HOLY LAND & JORDAN PILGRIMAGE 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, 1100 Berkshire Blvd N.W., Calgary, 7:00pm to 8:30pm. With questions or to register contact Eden D Souza at eden.dsouza@calgarydiocese.ca or EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: SACRAMENTAL COORDINATOR - HOLY SPIRIT PARISH, CALGARY Holy Spirit Parish invites application for a part time Sacramental Coordinator, commencing in August, To apply, provide a cover letter, résumé, 3 references. Send them to: Fr. Ignatius Tran, c/o Holy Spirit Parish, Street SW, Calgary, AB T2W 2Z2 or call , fr.tran@holyspiritparish.net Competition closes on Friday, July 15 at 11:55am. For more information about this position, qualifications and application details see the Diocesan website at articles/employment-opportunities.html EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - 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 prolife@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 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 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 "Rivers of Living Water" Charismatic Prayer Group Summer Schedule Thursdays 7-8 PM 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 The Funny Fable of the Foolish Friars A group of Carmelite friars were behind on their belfry payments, so they opened up a small florist shop to raise funds. Since everyone liked to buy flowers from the men of God, a rival florist across town thought that the competition was unfair. He asked the good fathers to close down, but they would not. He went back and begged the friars to close their doors, but they ignored him. So the rival florist hired Hugh Mordor, the roughest and most vicious thug in town to "persuade" them to close up shop. Hugh attacked and beat the friars mercilessly and trashed their store, saying he'd be back if they didn't close down immediately. Terrified, they did so, thereby proving that only Hugh can prevent florist friars. Taken from: St. James Catholic Women s League 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. 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! 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

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 Parish $ 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 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 St. Vincent de Paul - Okotoks, Report A total of $1, was spent for the month of May, providing assistance to local people. Three home visits were done, serving 4 adults and 4 children, with a total of 6.5 volunteer hours. The total expenditure includes $800 in food and fuel cards, which are given to beneficiaries at the discretion of the volunteers. Year to Date Revenue: $13, Year to Date Expenses: $25, Thank you for your prayers and continued support! Weekly Collection Report 2016 June 19, 2016 Collections Budget Over (Under) Budget Year to date Collections Year to date Budget Over (Under) Budget Operating Fund $5,414 $9,510 $(4,096) $212,963 $247,750 $(34,787) Together in Action (TIA) $425 $936 $(511) $21,150 $23,400 $(2,250) Building Fund Loan $1,070 $1,682 $(613) $64,857 $42,050 $22,807