St. Anthony’s St. Stephen’s Our Lady of Fatima

Didsbury Olds Sundre

Father Adam Daniluk, Pastor 4302 – 57TH Avenue, Olds AB T4H 1C5 Office: 403-556-3084 Fax: 403-791-3084 E-mail:ststephen102@gmail.com

Pastoral Assistant – D Litwin – ststephenPA@outlook.com Parish Secretary – M MacDonald Youth Minister –S Valencia – 403-415-5223 Website: www.ststephens-olds.net

Deacon Charles Johnston- 403-518-7179

BULLETIN FOR February 25, 2018

WEEKLY EVENT SCHEDULE

Pastor’s Notes

.

Tuesday Feb 27, 2018 9:00 AM Holy Mass – TMike Frey Olds

Wednesday Feb 28, 2018

12:05 PM 7:00 PM

Holy Mass - Special Intention

Holy Mass

Olds Three HIlls

Thursday March 1, 2018 10:00 AM Holy Mass Trochu

Friday March 2, 2018 9:00 AM 7:00 PM

Holy Mass – Thanksgiving for Prayers answered

Holy Mass - TAb Rich Olds

Sundre

Saturday March 3, 2018

3rd Sunday in Lent 5:00 PM Holy Mass Olds

Sunday March 4, 2018

3rd Sunday in Lent

9:00 AM 11:15 AM

Holy Mass Holy Mass

Trochu Olds

Monday February 26 2018 1:00 PM 7:30 PM

Marian Cenacle Baptismal Prep

Sundre Olds

Wednesday Feb 28, 2018 Following 12:00 Mass

Lenten Luncheon Olds

Friday March 2, 2018 10:00 AM 7:00 PM

24 Hrs

Divine Mercy Chaplet and Rosary Stations of the Cross

Adoration

Sundre Didsbury

Olds

THE TRANSFIGURATION

From time to time God leads His chosen ones to mountain tops so that He might reveal to them His love, mercy and even His very identity. Jesus takes three of His apostles to a high place and reveals to them His divine nature. He does this so that they might be prepared for yet another mountain top experience, the very same mountain to which we are drawn this day for the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. For upon Mount Calvary, our Lord shows to His apostles and to us His true identity as redeemer of the world. He gives His body and blood so that we might have life and have it to the full. At the Holy Mass today we draw near to the holy mountain of Calvary so that we might experience anew the saving power of the Lord. And like the three apostles, we descend from that mountain and go out into the world as living witnesses and faithful stewards of all that the Lord has done for us.

St. Stephen’s Parish Committee’s

Parish Faith Community

Sacramental Prep / First Holy Communion

PPC Chair – Judy Dahl Liturgy –Francis & Teresa Joosten – 403-224-2266 Together We Serve/Call to Protect – Deacon Charlie – 403-518-7179 Family Life – Open Didsbury rep– John Kohut- 403-335-8860 Spiritual Development – Sandy Rock -403-638-6333 Sundre rep – open Youth Catechetic – Donna Litwin – 403-556-3084/Monica Andrew 413-556-1507 CWL – Olds - Maureen Gustafson Youth Group – Tammy Stankeviech – CWL – Didsbury - Maxine Moreau Community Life – Jo Anne Sell- 403-2243081 CWL – Sundre - Jackee Groenewegen Stewardship – open K o f C – Jack Sell – 587-796-1634 Building & Maintenance – Larry Bruder

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION:

Confessions are heard during the following times in Olds and Trochu. St. Stephen’s - Olds 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays of the Month -11:00 AM - Noon St. Anne’s – Trochu On the 2nd Saturday of the Month - 11:00 AM – Noon

NOTE: On the 4th Saturday of the month there is no scheduled confession.

RCIA - Update Your Faith Have you ever said to yourself that you wish you could “go through” RCIA so you could learn more about your Catholic faith? Now is

your chance!! The RCIA team is offering and “UPDATE YOUR FAITH” program using the RCIA lessons as a guide. You come to all the sessions or those that are of particular interest to you. The sessions will be held on Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM in St. Anthony’s room. The topics are as follows: Jan. 21 - Journey of Faith Mar. 04 - Places in the Catholic Church and Who’s Who in the Church Jan. 28 - What do Catholics Believe Mar. 11 - Mar. 11 - Catholics and Prayer and Catholic Practices Feb. 04 - What is the Meaning of the Mass Mar. 18 - Catholics and Church Feb. 11 - The Bible and How Catholics Interpret the Bible Feb. 25 - The Saints and Mary-

Sacramental Preparation for First Holy Communion; Saturday April 7 9:15-12:00 ** Please bring $20 registration fee. Upcoming dates: Easter Sunday - April 1, 2018 Interviews with Father/team will be scheduled during the week of May 1-4 First Communion Rehearsal - Saturday May 5, 2018 9:15 ** First Holy Communion Mass - Sunday May 6, 2018 *Corpus Christi Procession Saturday, June 2, 2018 5pm

FIRST COMMUNION DRESSES AND SUITS If you have a white First Holy Communion Dress, or a suit that your child has out grown, please consider lending or selling it to a child in this year’s class. Please contact Sandra at 403-556-7247. Thank you.

Stations of the Cross Stations of the Cross will be scheduled for each Friday during Lent at St. Stephen’s, Our Lady of Fatima and St. Anthony’s beginning at 7 pm. St. Stephen’s is still looking for people to sign up for various Fridays .Please contact Tammy Odersky ( Olds) – 403-556-6740.

March 2 – No Stations of the Cross (Olds) - Adoration

March 9- open

March 16- Youth

March 2 – No Stations of the Cross (Olds) - Adoration March 23- open

Baptismal Prep Feb 26 – 7:30 PM March 5 – 7:30 PM All sessions will be held in the Upper Room.

PRAYER “But Jesus came and touched them, saying, ‘Rise, and do not be afraid.’” Once again, we see Jesus retreating from the crowds and distractions of the world. In this passage, Jesus and a few of the disciples go up a mountain to encounter God in the event of the Transfiguration. So great this encounter, Jesus’ face shone like the sun and his clothes became white. Jesus, once again, is spending time in deep communion with his Father. For us deep communion with God is called prayer. The second of three Lenten disciplines, prayer, is time when we respond to Jesus words, “Do not be afraid.” Peter wanted to build tents for Jesus and the prophets, to remain in God’s holy presence. And while we can’t always seek out mountains or deserts, we can come before God in times of prayer. What are your deepest longings that you need to bring before the Father in prayer? When is it easiest for you to pray? When is it most difficult? What keeps you from prayer?

Spiritual Resources

K of C

CWL

Feb 11, 2017 Budget Over/Under Year to Date Collection Year to Date Budget Over/Under

Collection (anticipated total) ($$ over/under (Amount collected YTD) (Amount anticipated YTD)

anticipated total) $10,325.30 5653.84 $4671.46 $35,557.45 $39576.88 -$4019.43 * Monies reflected in total does not include donations towards Special collections, Together We serve or building fund * Automated contributions are included in this week’s total.

CATHOLIC MISSION CALENDARS Matthew 25:36 “ For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me, naked and you clothed me, ill and you cared for me, in Prison and you visited me.” There are beautiful “Catholic Missions in Canada” 2018 calendars available in the back of the church. All proceeds will go

towards our “in house” food bank. Thank you for your ongoing support to this worthwhile cause.

ASAP - Our Lady of Victory Camp – Letter from Archbishop Smith and Survey link Reverend Fathers; Parish, School and Camp Colleagues; Brothers and Sisters in Christ, I write today to advise you of some developments regarding the two youth camps currently operated by the Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton. Over the years, Our Lady of Victory Camp and Camp Encounter have offered young people in the Archdiocese unique Catholic experiences in beautiful natural settings. Both have played important roles in the Church’s ministry to our precious young people. A recent assessment has revealed that facilities at the camps have so deteriorated over the years that the need for upgrades has become urgent. It is incumbent upon us to ensure that any investment of resources by the Archdiocese in response to this need be done carefully, deliberately, and responsibly. Therefore, we are beginning an extensive consultation of stakeholders associated with our camps ministry. The summer camping season for 2018 will continue as usual. However, we shall not operate the camps after 5 October 2018, or in 2019 while the consultations take place. I will provide more details on these consultations later this year. I am grateful to all who support the ministry of our camps in any way. Let us pray together for the light of the Holy Spirit to guide our discernment. P.S. We are beginning our consultation with an online survey, which you can find at https://caedm.ca/CampsSurvey. I encourage you to respond and look forward to your input.

“Living with Christ is the perfect companion; whether or not you attend Mass daily, it gives

you daily Bible Readings and everything you need to support your prayer life.”

From now until March 15, 2018 you can become a new subscriber or renew your existing subscription and Novalis will donate a

portion to our Parish Community. You will find subscription forms on the counter by the office or see Mia in the office to sign

up.

World Day of Prayer 2018 - Olds All God’s Creation is Very Good! Please join us for informed prayer and prayerful action on preservation of Creation in Solidarity with Christians in Suriname. On the First Friday of March each year, Christians of many traditions gather for the World Day of Prayer, a prayer movement that invites us to enrich our faith experience with the experience of Christians from other countries and cultures and to bring hope to women touched by injustice. We will join our neighbors on March 2, 2018 at 2 pm to celebrate World Day of Prayer at 5038 49th Street – Olds, Albert at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. Contact Catherine for more information – 403-556-3805.

World Day of Prayer 2018 – Didsbury St. Anthony’s in Didsbury is hosting World Day of Prayer for the town of Didsbury. The service is on March 2 @ 1 pm. Everyone is welcome!

K OF C WANTS YOU; The Knights are a worldwide organization of Catholic men, dedicated to the support of church and community. With over 1.9941.728 members the Knights put in over 75+ million hours of volunteer service and have donated 177+ MILLIONS in donations. Our council would like to have a larger impact in our church and community. We need your help! Please consider joining our council. Please talk to any brother Knight for more information. GRAND KNIGHT Terry Coty 403-791-1989 FAITHFUL NAVIGATER Jack Sell 587-796-1634 David Hogarth 403-556-1384

Do you want to join an organization that recognizes & celebrates Family Life? To learn more about the C.W.L. league activities and explore the blessings of membership please contact Maureen Gustafson @403-556-6346 or mgustafson@oldsnet.ca Join us at our next meeting on Friday March 9th after mass (around 10 a.m.) in the upper room. ALL members welcome & we invite our new members to come see & hear what’s happening. Our zone 6 rep will be here to discuss the midwinter meeting in Edmonton. Looking forward to seeing you there!

YOUTH/CATECHISM

Knights of Colum

Office

Liturgy Schedule

DATE GREETERS ADULT SERVER

LECTOR OFFERTORY

Mar 3, 2018 Saturday Ray & Alice Arie Vincent Daly Sandy & Dave Heilman Richard & Liz Bodner

Mar 4, 2018 Sunday Youth Group Tom O’Neill Youth Group Youth Group

Mar 10, 2018 Saturday Jim & Carolyn Barbour Vincent Daly Debbie Hilts & Tammy Stankievech Jim & Betty Stumpf

Mar 11, 2018 Sunday Dave & Adele Kachur Cindy Boffey Brent Boutwell & Diane Arbuckle Justin & Monica Andrew & family

Mar 17, 2018 Saturday Doreen Bergum & Lisette Berry Vincent Daly Teresa & Francis Joosten John & Mary Trenholm

Mar 18, 2018 Sunday Eden Lalani & Christine Hogan Anwar Lalani Naamah & Ted Leischner Beat & Maria Zumbuehl & family

Mar 24, 2018 Saturday Richard & Liz Bodner Vincent Daly Jayme Locke & Kathy Kemmere Dave & Elsie Karpyshyn

Mar 25, 2018 Sunday Lorne & Sylvia Halbauer Eden Lalani Tara Miller & Shannon Mertens Jay & Lynne Bell

For all parishioners from our Tri Parish community

If you have a bulletin announcement, please call or email Mia

in the office. Ststephen102@gmail.com or 403-556-3084

ST. ANTHONY’S 2030 24th Ave Didsbury, AB

Stations of the Cross – Every Friday during Lent – 7:00 PM Next Holy Mass – March 10 – 7:00 PM

OUR LADY OF FATIMA 123 2nd Street SW Sundre, AB

Monday Afternoons – Marian Cenacle Hour - 1:00 PM - Friday Mornings – Divine Mercy Chaplet & Rosary - 10:00 AM Stations of the Cross – Every Friday during Lent

Mia will be away from the office on Thursday morning. The office will be open from 12-3 on Thursdays. Donna in the pastoral office will have regular hours.

Income tax receipts for 2017 are ready for pick up. They are arranged alphabetically on the back table.

If you have any questions, please see Mia in the office.

The envelope boxes will be moved from the back table to the office. If you haven’t picked yours up already, please

do so. After the weekend, they will be available in Parish office during business hours.

If you have noticed a name on the boxes of a friend or family member that is no longer in need of envelopes, please

inform Mia in the office.

The new liturgy schedule is available for pick up in the foyer.

Check out our Youth Group Facebook page (St. Stephen's Youth), check the parish bulletin, grab a calendar in the youth room downstairs, email st.stephensoldsyouth@gmail.com, or you can call/text Selina at 403-415-5223 to find out what’s happening in Youth Group. We welcome everyone in Grades 5-12 to come out. A New Language for A New Generation Theology of the Body for Teens: Middle School Edition is a program aimed at the unique situation of young Catholics. These authors use engaging stories, real-life examples and interviews, activities, and questions framed by the culture so relevant to middle school students. In this way, they bring the wisdom and clarity of Pope John Paul II’s Theology of the Body to the hearts of minds of young Catholics. Theology of the Body for Teens is an exciting and dynamic program, being offered to youth grades 5-9 at 630-8pm throughout February and March (High School students are encouraged to join us!). This program will give students the answers and the tools they need to successfully and safely navigate through life. Contact Selina Valencia at 403-415-5223 or email at st.stephensoldsyouth@gmail.com for more information.

Youth Choir will be singing for Youth Mass on March 4th. Practices will be Friday, March 2 at 5:45-6:30p.m. and Sunday, March 4 @ 10:00 a.m.

NEW KEYS The new locks for the exterior doors are being installed in the upcoming week.

New keys will be available at the office.

All individuals wanting a new key will be asked to pay a $20 deposit (refundable upon return) and will be required to fill out a key log.

Everyone signing out a key must be registered with the Parish and over the age of 18. We are limiting (1) key per family at this time.

Thank You!