St. Francis of Assisi Church Washago 3315 Muskoka Street Washago, ON Mass: Saturday, 5:00 pm (Summer ONLY) Sunday, 9:30 am PARISH MINISTRIES and SERVICE GROUPS Mass Servers: Frances McFall 705-689-6943 Capital Campaign: John Leskew 705-689-5278 Children s Liturgy: Katrina Hunt 705-689-9494 Eucharistic Ministry: Jeanne McDonald 705-689-8681 Hall Rental: Bob Goodwin 705-689-5975 Ladies Group: Lucille Moore 705-689-8001 Lectors: Paulette Van Dyk 705-689-9103 Liturgy: Maureen Guarnaccio 705-689-9503 Ministry to the Sick: Pat Grisdale 705-326-3963 Sacraments: Tammy Wilson 705-689-5740 Reconciliation, First Communion, Confirmation St. Joseph Cemetery: Maurice McMillan 705-689-5860 Parish Team: refer to www.myguardianangels.ca Guardian Angels Orillia Rectory Office: 115 West St. N., Orillia; 705-326-2849 x121 https://stfrancisofassisior.archtoronto.org
Readings: The Ascension of the Lord As the disciples were watching, Jesus was lifted up. Acts 1.1-11 We build up the body of Christ, until we come to the measure of the full stature of Christ. Ephesians 4.1-7, 11-13 The Lord Jesus was taken up into heaven and sits at the right hand of God. Mark 16.15-20 Mass Intentions Sunday, May 13 The Ascension of the Lord Roses for Life Mother s Day World Communica ons Day 9:30 am Kevin Robertson 1 st Holy Communion Saturday, May 19 5:00 pm St. Francis of Assisi Mass: Gord Weiss Pentecost Sunday, May 20 Second Collection: Building Fund 9:30 am St. Francis of Assisi Mass: People of the Church May 27 next ShareLife Sunday
Living the Gospel by supporting mental health wellness Living the Gospel by supporting mental health wellness In 2016, over 2,000 people accessed individual, couple and family counselling at Catholic Family Services of Peel Dufferin, a ShareLife-funded agency. Often, clients sought help to address depression. Given that depression has replaced back injury as the number one reason for absenteeism at work, these services are helping clients maintain employment and stay out of poverty. By supporting ShareLife agencies like CFS Peel- Dufferin, you re helping people find health and happiness. The Parish Outreach to Seniors program - funded by your ShareLife donations, is making a significant impact in the lives of our parishioners in Orillia, Washago, Ramara, Warminster and everywhere in between. Here's what one parishioner who is registered for volunteer training told me... my grandparents live in another city and we don't get to see them often enough, and my parents live in another province. It's important to us to include seniors in our family life, and we are hoping to be matched with a senior who also do not have a family close by. If you would like to learn more about becoming one of our friendly visitors, our spring training date is this Monday, May 14 th from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm in the Guardian Angels parish hall. Please leave a message with Wanda if you plan on attending at 705-326-2849 ext. 135 or seniors.guardianangels@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you! Sacrament of Confirmation On Sunday, May 27 we welcome Auxiliary Bishop Wayne Kirkpatrick as he celebrates the Sacrament of Confirmation with our young people at the 11:00 am Mass. We will have a reception to follow in the parish hall. Please pray for the Confirmandi and their families.
Spring Tea The St. Columbkille Spring tea will be held on Saturday, June 9 at 12:30 pm in the parish hall. Tickets are available at the doors of the Church. The price is $15.00 per person. Dig out your hats and gloves and plan to join us for a very tasty old fashioned luncheon. Space is limited to 100 people so get your tickets soon. Please contact Lynn Morris at 705-326- 9983 or Margaret Mulvihill at 705-325-1715. St. Francis of Assisi First Holy Communion Please keep Pierce Martell who is receiving the sacrament of First Holy Communion this Sunday, May 13 th in your prayers. There will be Cake/Coffee/Tea following Mass to celebrate. Please join us. Saturday Evening Mass Beginning Saturday, May 19 th, St. Francis of Assisi 5:00 pm Mass will resume. Quilt Tickets We are asking your support in selling Quilt Tickets for the upcoming Bazaar September 29 th. 3 Books per family (15 tickets). Tickets located at the entrance of the Church.
Faith Formation is happy to invite you to another presentation of our series from last summer: Mary and the Rosary. Learn about the history of the rosary and its use, the dogma concerning Mother Mary, Marian Appartions, Consecration to Our Lady. Learn about the mysteries of the rosary how to pray and more! Come to one or come to all. Every week there is a different presentation. Thursday s May 17 th, May 24 th and May 31 st at 10:30 am to 12 pm in the Guardian Angels parish hall. For more information please call Anne at 705-238-2663.
St. Francis of Assisi May 5/62018 May 6/72017 Total Donation: $ 600 $ 706 Thank you everyone for your most generous donation. Please remember your Parish in your Will or Estate Plan.