737 Bannerman Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R2X 1J9 ph. 204.582.6695, fax. 204.582.1068, hall: 204.589.5513 stnicholaschurch.ca office@stnicholaschurch.ca Parish Administered by: The Order of St. Basil the Great (Basilian Fathers) Parish Bulletin: Sunday September 13, 2015 Volume 51/37 Fr. Zachary Shwaluk, OSBM Fr. Thomas Kobak, OSBM Fr. Isidore Dziadyk, OSBM Fr. Gabriel Haber, OSBM Fr. Eugene Richlark, OSBM Pastor Assistant Pastor Assistant Pastor Provincial Superior Provincial Secretary Sunday Before the Exaltation of the Holy Cross Слава Ісусу Христу! Слава на віки! Glory Be To Jesus Christ! Glory Forever! Lesia Wozny Parish Secretary Parish Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-4pm Liturgical Schedule: Sundays: Weekdays: 8:40am Rosary 6:55am (Ukrainian) 9:00am (Ukrainian) 11:45am Rosary 12:00pm (English) 7:00pm (English) Holy Days of Obligation & First Fridays of the Month 6:55am & 7:00pm Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) 15 minutes before Divine Liturgy on Sundays & First Fridays Sacrament of Baptism & Chrismation (Confirmation) by appointment with the Pastor Sacrament of Holy Matrimony (Marriage) by appointment with the Pastor at least 6 months in advance Sacrament of Holy Anointing (Sacrament of the Sick) by arrangement through the Parish Office Funerals by appointment with the Pastor Icon of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church Bulletin - September 13, 2015 VOL 51/37 We extend a joyous welcome to all our parishioners and guests that have come to join us this Sunday in offering praise to God. Слава Ісусу Христу! Слава на віки! Glory Be To Jesus Christ! Glory Forever! Parish community... Divine Liturgy Intentions: Sept 13 - sept 22, 2015 Sunday, September 13-16th Sunday After Pentecost 9:00 am Mikolaj Pograniczny - Birthday Blessings 12:00 pm +Dorothy Kozmenchuk (5 years) 7:00 pm Parish & Parishioners Monday, September 14 - Exaltation of the Holy Cross - Non- Obligatory Brother Stephen Krysak, OSBM Tuesday, September 15 - Kim & Anousch Mathew- Anniversary Blessings Wednesday, September 16 Health of Kay Swack Thursday, September 17 - Friday, September 18 Saturday, September 19 Sunday, September 20-17th Sunday After Pentecost 9:00 am 12:00 pm Parish & Parishioners 7:00 pm Monday, September 21 Tuesday, September 22 LAST SUNDAY S offering Sunday, September 6, 2015 Envelopes (117): $2400.00 Loose: $50.00 Liturgical volunteer schedule Please remember that the Epistle Reader for the 12 pm Liturgy is responsible for reading the Announcements prior to Liturgy. Sunday, September 13, 2015 9:00 am Sacristan Dennis Kowalchuk Michael Semegen Alex Semegen Rosary (8:40am) Doreen Procopchuk 12:00 pm Sacristan Peter Skrinski Gregg Kwasny Peter Skrinski Epistle Reader Merlyn Onyschuk Rosary (10:45am) Donna Libitka Sunday, September 20, 2015 9:00 am Sacristan Art Zaluski Michael Semegen Alex Semegen Rosary (8:40am) Doreen Procopchuk 12:00 pm Sacristan Merlyn Onyschuk Gregg Kwasny Peter Skrinski Epistle Reader Adele Melnyk Rosary (11:45am) Mary Melnyk prayers @ Snc Please remember in your prayers those who are in hospitals, care homes and those who are not able to join us actively in our community. Feel free to submit to the Parish Office the name of anyone who is ill and in need of our prayers. Please pray for the health of Mary Sumka, Michele Moore, Walter Krawec, Zonia Patson, Merlyn Onyschuk, Olive Yaremko, Sally Kruk, Pat Turkula & Henry Kotyk.
This week @ SNC Sunday, September 13, 2015 Regular Sunday Schedule 7:00 pm Evening Liturgy Sunday, September 20, 2015 Regular Sunday Schedule 7:00 pm Evening Liturgy 7:00 pm Men s Club Meeting adult catechism classes Watch for future announcement of the next series... bible study New members are always welcome. Watch for future announcements. Apostleship of prayer group The Holy Father s Intentions for September 2015: Universal Intention: That opportunities for education and employment may increase for all young people. Evangelization: That catechists may give witness by living in a way consistent with the faith they proclaim. Next Moleben: Sunday, October 4 at 4:00 pm Eucharistic Adoration: Friday, October 2 at 3:00 pm Parish Council Next Meeting: Tuesday, October 13, 2015 Rosary @ 7:00 PM followed by Parish Council Meeting UCWLC Thursday, September 17 - Regional Meeting 7:00 pm CORRECTION St. Basil the Great Ukr. Church Memorial Liturgy & Panachyda for Rt. Rev. Mitrat Stefan Semczuk followed by meeting Thursday, October 1, 2015 - Rosary & Meeting Rosary @ 7:00 PM UCWLC Meeting @ 7:30 PM St. nick s men S CLUB Next Meeting: Sunday, September 20, 2015 @ 7:00 pm Knights of Columbus Next Meeting: Thursday, October 8, 2015 Executive Meeting @ 6:15 PM Rosary @ 7:00 PM General Meeting @ 7:30 PM Perogy crew @ st. nick s The St. Nicholas Perogy Crew are back making perogies on Wednesday, October 7, 2015. To order please call Theresa @ 204.586.7985 SNC Parish Farmer s Market Parish Council is hosting a Community Farmers Market with proceeds going to St. Nicholas UCC : Sunday, September 20, 2015 9 AM - 2 PM in the Parish Parking Lot Locally Grown Fresh Vegetables supplied by Neumann s Market, as well as Fruits and other homemade goods such as jams, jellies, pickles and relishes. All Welcome! LAST CHANCE! Pre- order packages! Please fill out a form found in the church vestibule and place in the collection plate, give to one of the ushers or email information to office@stnicholaschurch.ca All orders, INCLUDING PAYMENT must be in by September 17, 2015. employment opportunity- snc caretaker St. Nicholas Church is currently seeking a responsible and selfmotivated individual to fulfill the vacant position of caretaker of the SNC complex. Interested individuals should contact Fr. Zachary (zachary@osbm.ca) for more information. A job description will be available shortly. forgot your Donation envelope? Forget about remembering to bring your donation envelope and sign up for the Automatic Debit Program at St. Nick s. Authorize a specific amount to be debited from your chequing account every Sunday, or the first Monday of every month. Registration forms are available at the entrance of the church.
Parish Community... wanted: cooperation and understanding In light of the recent loss of our parish Caretaker, we ask for your patience and understanding as we seek to fill the job vacancy. In the meantime, however, for those using the hall, please take a moment to clean up after yourselves. During such time, as we work to find a caretaker, please direct all maintenance requests DIRECTLY to the office via telephone, email or in person, whether urgent or not, so that we may go through the proper channels to rectify any issues that arise at this time. May we all work together during this time of need! Dyakuyu to all those who have already volunteered their time! Please let the office know if you are interested in helping. 37th Ukrainian Catholic Council Convention By request of His Grace Metropolitan Lawrence, OSBM, we encourage you to attend October 16th-17th, 2015 at Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Church This is an important occasion for all our Faithful to gather, collaborate and find direction in the administration and growth of ALL Parishes! The conference will explore the theme of Becoming a Welcoming Church with discussions about the Vibrant Church initiative involving all the Ukrainian Catholic Churches of the World. All those interested, please contact Lesia in the office or email office@stnicholaschurch.ca Young Adults of SNC We are calling on any Young Adults (Ages 18-35) of St. Nicholas Parish who are interested in Becoming a More Welcoming Church Which is the theme for this year s Archeparchial Convention of the Ukrainian Catholic Council. Please contact Lesia in the office or email office@stnicholaschurch.ca Liturgical volunteers A revised Liturgical Volunteer Schedule can be found at the back, in the church vestibule. Please note, the changes only effect the K of C Sacristan Schedule. A reminder that if, for any reason, you cannot make the dates it is your responsibility to find an alternative. Scholarships 2015 St. Nicholas UCWLC is offering one scholarship and /or one bursary of $1000 to students of Ukrainian descent, whose parents or guardians are members of St. Nicholas Parish. Eligible students have to be currently graduated or graduating Gr. 12 (2015) and entering their first year at an accredited University, College, or Faculty of Nursing. Deadline: October 1, 2015. KofC Canon Luhovy Assembly is offering financial assistance to Ukrainian Catholic students who attend secondary and postsecondary institutions, or private Catholic secondary schools. This assistance is also offered to seminarians and religious sisters. Deadline: September 30, 2015. All Application Forms are available in the parish office. St. Nicholas Fall Dinner St. Nicholas UCWLC invites you to attend Tradition Ukrainian Fall Dinner Sunday, October 25, 2015. Menu includes Holupchi, Perogies, Turkey & Dressing, Meat Balls, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables, Coleslaw, Pie and Beverage. Two seating s available at 1:30 pm & 4:30 pm with advance tickets ONLY. Adults: $15 Children (Age 6-12): $5 Children 5 & under eat Free Please call Theresa @ 204.586.7985 or Doreen @ 204.582.2187
Beyond the Parish Community... Pickerel Fish Fry Holy Eucharist is hosting their Annual Pickerel Fish Fry Friday, September 18, 2015 Doors open at 4:00 pm with cash bar available and Supper served from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. For tickets please call Bernice @ 204.669.2068, Ernie @ 204.237.9394, or the Parish Office @ 204.667.8866 Life s Vision Life s Vision is an educational non-profit Resource Centre committed to raising public awareness on life- affirming options and to speak out on behalf of those who cannot speak for themselves! Join them: Life Hike : Walk for Life, Hope & Love to financially support their cause, so that they are able to continue educating on life issues. Saturday, September 19, 2015 at 9:30 am Registration and 10:00 am Start Time with Barbecue to follow. Located at Holy Redeemer Parish, 264 Donwood Drive The Question of Life: Do we have the right to end life? A talk on how to respond to Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide. Thursday, September 24, 2015 at 2:00pm to 4:00pm and 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Located at Centre Culturel Franco Manitobain, 340 Provencher Boulevard. Admission is Free. For more information on both events you can go to www.lifesvision.ca or see posters around the Parish. St. Michael s Fall Supper St. Michael s Parish is inviting you to attend their Fall Supper Sunday, September 27, 2015 Dinner from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Adults $15 Children ( Ages 6-12) $5 Children 5 and under eat Free For tickets please call the Parish office @ 204.222.4283 Orysia Tracz @ McNally Robinson booksellers Saturday, October 24, 2015 presenting at 10 AM - Noon: Vesillia: Ukrainian Weddings Then and Now Ukrainian Wedding traditions and what it all means? Orysia will explain all this. Sunday, January 24, 2016 presenting at 6 PM - 8 PM: Smachnoho! Ukrainian Feast Join Orysia for a new traditional Ukrainian dinner and between courses, Orysia Tracz will explain the Ukrainian traditions. Games Night St. Joseph s Ukrainian Catholic Church invites kids Gr. 8-12 Friday, September 25th, 2015 @ 6:30 pm Shuffleboard, billiards and don t forget table tennis! Ever play ping pong with 10 people at a time?! Snacks and drinks provided. Contact Michelle at 204.799-1060 or email rymcssr@gmail.com Harvest Dance Holy Family Parish invites you to their 3rd Annual Harvest Dance Friday, October 16, 2015 Dance to the ever popular Dennis Nykoliation Band. Doors open at 6:30 pm, Dancing 7:30 pm to 12:30 am with Hot Lunch served at 9:30 pm. Cost $17.50/ person with advanced tickets only. For tickets please call Ned @ 204.952-5577, Vicky or Brian @ 204.453.7514, or the Parish Office @ 204.453.4653 St. Basil the Great Fall Supper St. Basil the Great invites you to their Fall Supper Saturday, October 17, 2015 Two seatings at 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm Adults $15 Children ( Ages 7-12) $7 Children 6 and under eat Free For tickets please call Harry @ 204.832.0265, Martin @ 204.837.3079, or the Parish Office @ 204.837.4180
article Why Do We Celebrate the Feast of the Holy Cross? It s easy to understand that the Cross is special because Christ used it as the instrument of our salvation. But after His Resurrection, why would Christians continue to look to the Cross? Christ Himself offered us the answer: If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me (Luke 9:23). The point of taking up our own cross is not simply self-sacrifice; in doing so, we unite ourselves to the sacrifice of Christ on His Cross. When we participate in the Liturgy, the Cross is there, too. The unbloody sacrifice offered on the altar is the re-presentation of Christ s Sacrifice on the Cross. When we receive the Sacrament of Holy Communion, we do not simply unite ourselves to Christ; we nail ourselves to the Cross, dying with Christ so that we might rise with Him. For the Jews require signs, and the Greeks seek after wisdom: But we preach Christ crucified, unto the Jews indeed a stumbling block, and unto the Gentiles foolishness... (1 Corinthians 1:22-23). Today, more than ever, non-christians see the Cross as foolishness. What kind of Savior triumphs through death? For Christians, however, the Cross is the crossroads of history and the Tree of Life. Christianity without the Cross is meaningless: Only by uniting ourselves to Christ s Sacrifice on the Cross can we enter into eternal life. from catholicism.about.com Tropar for the Cross Save, O Lord, Your people and bless Your inheritance; grant victory to the faithful over their enemies. And protect Your communities, by the power of Your Cross. Parish information & contacts... Sacraments Baptism & Chrismation - for infants and adults; by arrangement in advance with the Pastor. For infants- the parents of the child to be baptized must personally meet with the Pastor on Sunday after one of the Divine Liturgies prior to making arrangements with the Parish Office. Holy Matrimony (Marriage) - please make an appointment with the Pastor at least six months in advance. All couples are required to attend the Marriage Preparation Program held usually during the Lenten season and are expected to be active members of the church community. Anointing of the Sick - for healing and recovery, in all cases of surgery and grave illness (spiritual or physical), please call the Parish Office at 204.582.6695. For emergencies outside of Parish Office Hours, please press 3 when prompted by the phone message. parish contact info Pastoral Council Chair: Peter Muzyka 204.334.6677 pmuzyka@mymts.net Ukrainian Catholic Women s League (UCWLC) President: Marlene Skrinski 204.632.0484 pmskrinski@shaw.ca St. Nicholas Men s Club President: Willie Korchynski dwwillie@mymts.net Apostleship of Prayer Leader: Sophie Manulak 204.633.8783 Knights of Columbus- Fr. Filipow Council Grand Knight: George Ehr 204.955.8480 gpehr@me.com Choir (Ukrainian) President: Helen Goshlak 204.582.6298 Adult Bible Study & Sacramental Prep Facilitator: Fr. Thomas Kobak, OSBM kobak_77@yahoo.ca Adult Faith Program Facilitator: Fr. Zachary Shwaluk, OSBM zachary@osbm.ca Perogy Crew Theresa Antoniuk 204.586.7985