Immaculate Conception
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TWENTY-FOURTH
SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
MASSES & INTENTIONS
Day Date Time Gospel Intention Feast
or Memorial
Mon. Sep. 14 8:00 am Mk.
8:27-35 Rep.
Bishop Emmett Doyle Triumph
of the Cross
Tues. Sep. 15 11:00 am Jn.
19:25-27
Wed. Sep. 16 8:00 am Lk.
7:
Thurs. Sep. 17
Fri. Sep.
18
Sat. Sep. 19
Sun. Sep. 20
Sun. 11:00
am Pro
Popolo “
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Sun.
STEWARDSHIP - SUNDAY COLLECTION
Sep. 5/6 $8,206
WELCOME: To all of
our visitors, we extend a warm welcome to our parish. Enjoy a relaxing summer here
in the
R.C.I.A. Sessions for those
interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith or for Catholics wishing
to deepen their Faith. Sessions start Wednesday evening, September 16 from 7:30
pm to 9 pm. To register or for more info call Ann Matthews at 250-763-7126.
NELSON
DIOCESE YOUTH RALLY is in Trail, October 16-18th. Registration
forms are available in Parish Offices. This is open to youth from Grades 7 to
12. Please come to Trail for a great weekend.
CHILDREN’S
LITURGY resumes today at both 9 and 11 AM Masses. We still need volunteers to help
with this program.
ALTAR SERVING: If you are at least 10 years old or
entering grade 5 or higher and would like to be a part of iCast (ICC Altar Serving Team), please contact
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS IN PUBLIC SCHOOL: Classes start Tuesday, September
15 at
PEOPLE OF FAITH Catholic
Charismatic Prayer meeting resumes Wednesday, Sept. 16 at
PIES ~ PIES ~ PIES: Pies will be ready for pick up at the Parish Centre
on Saturday, September 12th and Sunday, September 13th. Thanks for your support.
"PROTECT HUMAN LIFE WEEK" in Kelowna kicks off on
Saturday, September 26th with the Walk for Life fundraiser in Mission
Creek Regional Park, 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Download a pledge form from www.prolifekelowna.com (or make your own), collect sponsors and pledges and
come on down for free refreshments, fun, balloons, and a casual 2 km stroll
along the beautiful Mission Creek Greenway. Contact 250 862-8202 for more
information.
SOCIETY OF
RACHEL’S VINEYARD: Applications for the fall retreat
weekend for healing after an abortion experience are being accepted now. If you or
someone you know is suffering from the aftermath of abortion, please call
250-762-2273 to register and reserve a spot. You may also contact us via e-mail
at pr_nelsondiocese@hotmail.com . or by calling our toll-free number
1-877-683-2273. Rachel’s Vineyard weekend retreats offer a beautiful
opportunity for healing to any woman or man who has struggled with the
emotional or spiritual pain of an abortion. Rachel’s Vineyard strictly
respects confidentiality and privacy. For more information check the website at
www.rachelsvineyard.org
HOLY SPIRIT
FALL BAZAAR is Saturday , September 19th. from 8 am to 2 pm.
Includes: Raffle (exquisite prizes), Huge Yard Sale, Bottle Draw, Coin Guess,
Bake Sale, and more. Breakfast
& Lunch will be available. Join us for family fun.
ST
THERESA’S FALL BAZAAR: Sat, Sept 26th from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm; Pancake Breakfast, Bake Sale, Perogy
Sale, Horseback Rides, Farmer Market Barbeque, Spin the Wheel, Children’s
Playroom and more. Everyone is
welcome.
PLEASE PRAY for those who are ill at home or in the hospital, in
particular: Tony Baars, Helen Beauregard, Erika Bernauer, Laura Balogh, Clara
Bundschuch, Catherine Closs, Alyce Cockin, Elsie Farrar, Jessica Filiatrault,
Catherine Fortunat, Doug, Alice, Christopher Fralick, Ken Gruber, Beverley
Hance, Jack Hemphill, Liam Kavanagh, Anna Kolodychuk, Nick Kosdrowski, Paul
Leinemann, Ted Moss, Olivia Motton, Syl Paquin, Manda Petrus, Thomas Reis,
Frank Ritz, Lucy Sadler, Barbara Schnell, Vera Schraeder, Mary Wendland, Mary
Wildemann, Anne Wingert, and Jeanne Young.
ST. PIUS X
PARISH BAZAAR is Saturday, September 26, 9 am to 2 pm. Fun for the
whole family.
THE ARK OF THE COVENANT
PRAYER GROUP invites you to join the ministry of
intercession. Our goal is to develop and foster a deep interior life. The
Pillars Leadership Formation program
from the Intercessors of the Lamb begins Tuesday, Sept. 15 at St. Pius X
parish. Some prerequisites apply. For info or to register contact,
Margaret at 250-762-8274,
GOLF TOURNAMENT:
SECULAR
FRANCISCAN ORDER:
Following in the footsteps of St. Francis and St. Clare. Orientation/Inquiry
sessions starting soon. For further information please call
HOSPITAL MASS: Every Wednesday at
DEVELOPING FONDNESS
AND ADMIRATION FOR YOUR SPOUSE: In preparation for our Oct. 24th Marriage Conference, the
I.C.C. Family Ministry Team invites any interested couples to receive 7 weeks
of daily “e-mailouts” developed by the Gottmann Institute for
Marriage Research. There are no
meetings to attend, although 2 optional small group meetings can be arranged if
you want extra accountability. To
be added to the mailout list, contact iccfamily@okanagancatholic.ca or call
Paula (762-7855) before Sept. 18th.
HUNGARIAN MASS will be held at St Theresa’s Parish
on Sunday, September 20 @
HOLY TRIVIA
Last Week: The Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed
Virgin Mary (this week on 08 September) was celebrated at least by the sixth
century, when St. Romanos the Melodist, an Eastern Christian who composed many
of the hymns used in the Eastern Catholic and Eastern Orthodox liturgies,
composed a hymn for the feast. The feast spread to
A] Elias &
Miriam B] Simeon
&
C] Joshua & Bernice D] Joachim & Anna
TUITION VOUCHERS ARE HERE!! Give the gift of a Catholic
Education. Kelowna Catholic School Council Tuition Vouchers are full-colour
gift certificates that can be applied directly to existing or new tuition costs
at either
BAPTISM PREPARATION: Parents who wish to have a child
baptized need to attend on evening of preparation. Next preparation session is
Tuesday, September 29 at
"Back to School Prayer for
Educators"
As I step into a new
academic year,
Restore my spirit.
Renew my passion for
sharing your wisdom
And nurture my
compassion
for those You put in my
charge.
Transform me as I seek
to transform:
Guide me as I seek to
guide;
Open my mind and heart
As I seek to open minds
and hearts
To the Good News of
justice and peace.
Help me listen more
deeply
To the world and to
your Word,
So I can walk with my
students,
Attentive to the Wisdom
that
Calls us all to the
by Jane Deren
PARISH BAZAAR
Saturday, October 10
RAFFLE
TICKETS: Tickets are now available for the Immaculate Conception
Parish Bazaar Raffle in the Parish Office.
Prizes are as follows: $500
– 1st prize; $300 – 2nd prize; $100 – 3rd prize. Members of the bazaar committee will be
selling tickets before and after each Mass on the following weekend: September 19th and 20th. We will also have tickets available at
the Knights of Columbus breakfast on Sunday, October 4th. If you need additional books of tickets,
please call
Arts & Crafts and Fancy Work: We need paintings, crafts of every type,
pottery, knitted and crocheted items, aprons, oven mitts, etc. Note: We still need a convenor for this
booth. Please consider this
worthwhile endeavour.
Cake Walk: Cakes, cakes and more cakes are
needed. All shapes, sizes and
colours are gratefully accepted.
Call Lisa Belisle at 250-763-4271 or Rita Wittkopf at 250-764-7080 for
more information.
Coffee House: Isabell and her kitchen staff will need
your sweets and other table goodies.
Soup, sandwiches and other favourites will be on the menu. For more information call Isabell
Kabatoff at 250-868-0049.
Farmer's Market: Have you any extra vegetables, fruit or
produce? The Farmer's Market can use all you can supply. Note: We are still in need of a convenor for
this very popular booth - please consider offering your time.
Silent Auction: We are looking for new items, gift
certificates, etc. If you own your
own business, please consider donating an item to our auction. Please phone
Treasures Booth: We are looking for glassware, china,
ornaments, jewellery, knick knacks, antiques, etc. Call Evelyn Imbeau at 250-763-6365 for
more information.
Bottle
Booth: If you don't sew, bake, or garden
– This is the booth for you.
All you need to do is go out and buy a bottle (glass or plastic) eg.
shampoo, pop, motor oil, etc. Drop
the bottle off at the Parish Office.
All bottles must be new and unopened. For info call Rolf or Thea at
250-769-6861.
Hamburger
Booth: Donations of tomatoes, lettuce and
onions are most welcome. If you
would like to help at this booth call Chris Fagan at 250-768-3605.
Bake Sale:
Donations of pies, pies and more pies are needed. Also, any baked goods, bread, buns,
cookies, squares, strudels, etc. are most welcome. Call Ann Pilon at 250-762-8210.
THE NEEDS OF THE CHURCH IN
The annual
Collection for the Needs of the Church in
The offices of the
CCCB are located at
Today, a special
collection is held in parish communities across the country to support the
pastoral work of the Bishops nationally and internationally. (Donations may be
made in the next two weeks). The Bishops’ Collection for the Needs of the
Church in
Founded more than
65 years ago, the CCCB is the assembly of all the Bishops of Canada, including
those of the Eastern Catholic Churches. In addition to assisting in
consultations with the Holy Father and the various departments of the Holy See,
the CCCB works in close partnership with other Episcopal Conferences around the
world, and in particular with those in the Americas. Through the work of its
commissions and committees, it is involved in the issues that affect the life
of the Church today and shape society.
DIOCESAN BURSARIES: The Diocese of
Nelson offers bursaries to young Catholics continuing in their post-secondary
education. Application forms are available at the parish office. Applicants
must be in at least their second year of a recognized post-secondary
institution and the applicants must be Catholics who live their faith and
attend Mass weekly.
PERPETUAL ADORATION: The Perpetual Adoration Chapel is open
24 hours a day for you to spend some time in prayer. Call 767-2005 or 860-6444.
TELEPHONE NUMBERS
Parish
Priest........................... Fr.
Peter Tompkins... 762-3910
Parish
Office............................
Parish
Fax...................................................................... 763-7450
Pastoral
Assistant.................. Ann
Matthews............ 763-7126
Religious
Education.............. Ann
Matthews............ 763-7126
Parish
Centre.......................... Len
Dombowsky....... 762-0420
Altar
Servers............................
Bereavement........................... Ann Kennaley............ 868-1009
Canadian
Food for Children-Rosemary ......... 778-478-2156
Catholic
Women’s League.. Ann Pilon.................... 762-8210
Charismatic
Prayer Group.... Madeleine Allen........ 452-6898
Clubhouse
Daycare..................................................... 860-4393
Creigton
Model Fertility Care 491-1088
Diocese
(Chancery Office).............................. 1-250-352-6921
Families
.......................... parishfamily@okanagancatholic.ca
Grief
to Grace.......................... Terry
Dunn................. 878-7603
Hospital
& Shut-in Visits....... Annie
Baars............... 762-5072
Knights
of
Legion
of Mary......................... Roberta
Strangward. 717-5657
Rachel’s
Vineyard.................. 1-877-683-CARE or 762-2273
Secular
Franciscan Order.... Sandy Kavanagh....... 869-0596
Spirit
of
St.
Vincent de Paul Society... 861-7801
Ushers..................................... Frank
Novakowski.... 861-4412
WELCOME TO IMMACULATE
Please fill in the form below to register or to
change your present registration. Place in collection basket, or return to the
Parish Office.
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