Becoming What We Receive Corpus Christi Parish...
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Becoming What We Receive
Corpus Christi Parish Community15 March 2020 • Vol. 69, Issue 11 • Third Sunday of Lent
Sunday MassesSaturday 5:00 pm
Sunday 9:00, 11:00 am & 7:00 pm
Weekday MassesTuesday, Thursday, Friday 12:15 pm
Wednesday 7:00 pm
ReconciliationSaturday 4:00 pm - 4:45 pmSunday 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm
AdorationTuesday, Thursday, Friday
11:30 am - 12 noon
BenedictionFirst Friday 12 noon
BaptismCall Us 3 Months in Advance
MarriageCall Us 9 months in Advance
Anointing of the SickCall Us Anytime
In an emergency,ask nursing staff to page the
“Roman Catholic Priest-on-Call”
Notice - Health Protocols in EffectBeginning Monday, 2 March 2020, Bishop Colli has implemented the followingprotocols for all parishes until further notice:
1. Anyone who has flu-like symptoms is to stay home and not attend church whilesick. Your Sunday obligation ceases when you are ill.
2. Everyone is to refrain from shaking and holding hands, this includes greetingindividuals before and after Mass and during the Sign of Peace. The onlyappropriate gesture for the Sign of Peace is a bow of the head as you say “Peacebe with you.”
3. Wash your hands or use hand sanitizer as appropriate. Wall-mounted units arelocated at all entrances of the church for your convenience.
4. The distribution of the Precious Blood to the congregation will cease untilfurther notice.
You will notice some slight changes to the way Mass is celebrated at CorpusChristi as we implement these new health protocols. If there is a change in thepublic health situation, the Parish is prepared to implement further protocols sothat we remain a safe and clean environment for those who gather for worshiphere.
Please refer to the bulletin, the Parish website or our Facebook page for updates.
Reverend Victor De Gagné, Pastor
Rev. Mr. Dennis McDermott, DeaconMrs. Mary Jo McDermott, Adult Faith Liaison
Now Hiring, Administrative Assistant to the PastorMr. Don Rogers, Custodian
Rev. Mr. Terry Platana, DeaconMrs. Madeleine Platana, Minister of Service
Mrs. Laura Jean, BookkeeperMrs. Regina Lima, Housekeeper
Have you moved? Please remember to update your contact info with the Parish Office.
This Week at Corpus Christi
Tuesday, March 1712:15 pm - Daily Mass7:00 pm - Healing Service
Wednesday, March 186:20 pm - Rosary7:00 pm - Daily Mass
Thursday, March 1912:15 pm - Daily Mass7:00 pm - Pastoral Council Meeting, Small Meeting Room
Friday, March 2011:30 am - Stations of the Cross12:15 pm - Daily Mass7:00 pm - Taizé Prayer Service
Saturday, March 214:00 pm - 4:45 pm - Sacrament of Reconciliation5:00 pm - Sunday Mass
Sunday, March 229:00 am - Sunday Mass11:00 am - Sunday Mass6:00 pm - 6:45 pm - Sacrament of Reconciliation7:00 pm - Sunday Mass8:00 pm - Parish Mission with Chris Bray - Night 1
A Prayer during Lent
Father, teach me to listendeeply to what is happeningwithin me and to discernwhat are you saying throughmy hopes and dreams, fearsand failures, joy andsadness. Give me awarenessof what is happening aroundme so that I can love youmore, love others to the bestof my ability, and lovemyself as you love me.Amen.
The Lord tells us not only tocarry out works of charity,to pray, and to fast, but alsoto do these withoutpretense, duplicity, andhypocrisy.
First Communion Preparation
The third lesson for First Communion is Sunday,March 29 following the 11:00 am Mass in the ParishHall. Lesson four will be on April 5. The full lessonschedule is available on the Parish website by visitingthe First Communion page under Sacraments.
Confirmation Preparation
The third lesson for Confirmation candidates will be onSunday, March 29 beginning at 5:30 pm in the ParishHall, followed by attendance at the 7:00 pm Mass. Thefull schedule is available on the Parish website byvisiting the Confirmation page under Sacraments.
Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross will be celebrated at 11:30 am onthe Fridays of Lent. All are welcome.
Marriage Preparation
We are hosting Marriage Preparation on 27 - 29March 2020. To register or for more information,contact the Parish Office or visit our website todownload the registration form.
Children’s Liturgy Schedule during March Break
There will be no Children’s Liturgy on Sunday,March 22 during the 11:00 am Mass as this is MarchBreak. It will resume the following Sunday, March29 at the regular time.
Plan Ahead: Deadline for Bulletin Submissions is Wednesday at 12 noon.
More information on Events, Ministries & Programs can be found at http://corpuschristi-tbay.ca
Catholic Women’s League News
The CWL would like to thank Deacon Dennis forleading us in the Stations of the Cross at our lastmeeting. To all our CWL members pleased be advisedthat our meetings are changed back to the first Tuesdayof the month. Our next meeting will be April 7 at 6:30pm in the Small Meeting Room. All are welcome.
Knights of Columbus #9295 News
Please join us in praying the Rosary on Wednesday,March 18 at 6:20 pm. In a special way we willremember John Paul Baxter.
Share Lent Campaign
For several years now, the Mura people of Brazil’sAmazonas state have sought to assert their claim totheir ancestral lands. To their frustration, it has beenmuch easier for cattle herders and a potash mine tooccupy and control those lands than it has been forthem to have their rights respected. Development &Peace’s partner, the Indigenous Missionary Council,helps them advocate for, defend and publicize theircause more effectively. Watch Mura’s testimony atwww.devp.org/campaign/mura.
Events Around the Diocese
A day of prayer and reflection for young people willbe held on Saturday, 21 March 2020 from 10:00 am -12 noon at St. Peter’s Parish Hall. Topic forReflection: Challenges of faith for the young people ofour time. Facilitator: Kim O’Connor. Please register byMarch 14 by calling 623-8106 or [email protected].
Penitential Service for Lent
The Lenten Penitential Service with GeneralAbsolution be will held on Thursday, March 26 at 7:00pm. St. Anthony’s will be joining us for thiscelebration. Arrive early for parking. All are welcome.
Parish News & Events
Employment Opportunity as Corpus Christi Parishis seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant to thePastor. Full details and application are availableonline at the Parish Website (http://corpuschristi-tbay.ca/employment-opportunity), or may be pickedup by visiting the Parish Office during businesshours: Tuesday - Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. If youhave any questions about this position, please contactthe Parish Office by phone at 345-6541. While allapplications are appreciated, only those applicantsselected for an interview will be contacted.
The Pastoral Council is seeking your input inrenaming the Small Meeting Room. Thesuggestion should have some connection to theParish or religious significance. On a slip of paper,list your suggestion along with your reason for it, anddrop it in the collection basket by Sunday, March 15.The new name will be chosen at the March meetingof the Pastoral Council.
Healing Service on Tuesday, March 17 will includeadoration, Sacraments of Anointing of the Sick andReconciliation and the opportunity to be prayed with.An excellent opportunity to turn back to God duringLent. All are welcome.
Chris Bray will be joining us on March 22 - 24 for aParish Mission. Chris presents the Gospel messagein an engaging and life changing way that renews thesoul. March 22 will begin at 8:00 pm, March 23 &24 will begin at 7:00 pm. All are welcome!
Want to be part of a fun Mystery/Dinner the SocialCommittee is planning? We are looking for 8volunteers to help us portray suspects and help solvethe mystery at an upcoming fundraiser on Saturday,April 25. No acting experience necessary, just awillingness to participate and have fun! If you areinterested, please call Darlene Gilmore at 345-3964no later than March 27. Mark the date on yourcalendars to come out for an exciting, fun night offellowship, intrigue and of course great food!
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