SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI PARISH SEPTEMBER 6TH BULLETIN, 2020844 Notre Dame Avenue, St Lambert, QC, J4R 1R8

TEL: (450) 671-6149 FAX: (450) 671-6792 email: stfrancis@videotron.ca Website :- www.saintfrancisparish.ca

Priest:- Fr. Gérard LachapelleSAINT JOHN PAUL II PASTORAL UNIT

Fr. Manus Bradley, Pastor : polbradley@aol.com Susan Gardner, Coordinator susan.gardner@dsjl.orgFacebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Saint-John-Paul-II-Pastoral-Unit/983390895019278

Diocese of Saint-Jean-Longueuil - Bishop, Claude Hamelin Diocesan website: www.dsjl.org Saint John Paul II website:

http://johnpaul2.weebly.comWARDENS:- Chair of the Fabrique – Ted Colavecchio 450-671-6818

Anne-Marie Armeni Treasurer 450-671-1042 Richard Zavergiu .................Bld. & Maint. 450-671-8908Marianne Hinger Secretary 450-465-0827

Craig Mcara Fundraising 514-618-3352Julie Belanger Special Events 450-466-3303

Amanda Simard Hall Rentals 450-671-9164

23RD WEEK OF ORDINARY TIMEYou are just, O Lord, and your judgment is right; treat your servant in accord with your

merciful love.

PRAYER INTENTIONS –Remember in your prayers Brian, Leona, Emmanuel, Diane, Howard and our armed forces. Pray for the repose of the souls of all our deceased. To add a name to our prayer list, call the office 450-671-6149 and leave a message. MASS INTENTIONS ( celebrated on Zoom at 10 am )September 6th Ellen Howlett - the ColavecchiosSeptember 13th Danielle Sicotte – Fr. Gérard LachapelleTo attend online please contact mmuldowney@live.ca Fr. Gerard Lachapelle will celebrate Mass on Sunday, September 6 & 13 at 10:00 am on ZOOM with Holy Cross Parish and St. Francis Parish (invitation by: mmuldowney@live.ca)Tuesday, September 8th Mass (in camera from St. Gabriel's)1st Reading: Micah 5:1-4Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 13:6, 6Gospel: Matthew 1:1-16, 18-23Donations: Churches rely on the generosity of their parishioners to maintain their day-to-day operations and those expenses don’t necessarily go away when the church is closed. To donate to your parish you may safely send a cheque in the mail

by Canada Post. Please clearly indicate on your cheque the amount, your name, address and if you have, your church envelope #. Tax receipts will be issued as per usual. Thank you!POPE FRANCIS’ PRAYER INTENTION FOR SEPTEMBER. Respect for the Planet's ResourcesWe pray that the planet's resources will not be plundered, but shared in a just and respectful manner.

FAITH EDUCATION REGISTRATION FOR ALL AGESRegistration for our Inclusive Intergenerational Community Gathering (IICG) approach to Faith Education and Sacrament Preparation will continue throughout the summer. Families with children beginning at age 8 years and teenagers as well as adults of all ages who wish to continue their faith journey and prepare for the Sacraments of Initiation are invited to call :St. Mary's Parish at 450-671-0416 or Good Shepherd Parish at 450-676-7577 for information.The deadline for registration is September 30, 2020.We will continue to use the "Inclusive, Intergenerational Community Gathering" (IICG) approach in a modified way this year in order to respect all government protocols related to gathering size and social distancing in order to ensure the health and safety of everyone.

THE COLLECTION FOR THE HOLY LAND

The Good Friday collection, "pro Terra Sancta collection", has been exceptionally postponed to September 13, 2020, the eve of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. This collection is essential for the survival of the Christian institutions of the Holy Land, which will not see a return to normal pilgrimages before Christmas 2020.The Pope has thought of transferring this collection to the Sunday before the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross; on that day, the pastors of the Church, the Episcopal Conferences, the Bishops will organize this collection in a different way, but they will not forget the suffering of the brothers and sisters of the Churches and countries of the Middle East and of all the Eastern Churches, which is even more felt with this pandemic that affects the whole world today.The shrines of the Holy Land live on the charity and generosity of pilgrims. Their closure has led to a good deal of precariousness, since the Custody is a source of employment for local Christians.

WEEKEND MASSES WILL BE HELD IN 5 OF OUR CHURCHESTo reserve a place at any of the parishes listed below you must call the number on the days and times indicated below. We will not take reservations outside of those hours and we cannot take voicemail, email or texting as we need to speak with you when you call. There are specific questions we must ask you and some information that we must give you. A phone call is required. Registrations will be taken each week for the upcoming weekend only. We will do our best to ensure that each parishioner in the Saint John Paul II Pastoral Unit will get to attend once, before anyone else attends twice.Good Shepherd, 7900 Naples, Brossard J4Y 1Z9Saturday, September 12 at 5:00 pmSunday, September 13 at 11:15 amPlease call to register at 450-676-7577, Tuesday from 10:30 am to 1 pm and 7 pm to 8 pmSt. Augustine’s, 105 de Cherbourg, St. Bruno J3V 2K8 (entrance, Roberval)Sunday, September 13 at 9:15 amTo register please call 450-653-4402, Thursday from 2 pm to 4 pm and 7 pm to 8 pmSt. Gabriel’s, 5070 Gilbert, St. Hubert J3Y 2K7Sunday, September 13 at 11:00 amTo register please call 450-656-4433, Thursday from 3 pm to 7 pm St. Mary’s, 125 Grove, Greenfield Park, J4V 2X2 (entrance, Miller)Saturday, September 12 at 5:00 pmSunday, September 13 at 9:00 amSunday, September 13 at 11:30 am (in French with St. Anastase)To register please call 450-671-0416: Tuesday from 3 pm to 7 pmSt. Raymond’s, 135 chemin Haendel, Candiac, J5R 1R7Sunday, September 13 at 9:15 amTo register please call 450-659-6678: Tuesday from 2 pm to 4 pm and 6 pm to 8 pmOr Thursday from 2 pm to 4 pm and 6 pm to 8 pmSt. Clare’s, St. Francis of Assisi & Holy Cross will wait a bit longer to open.

Parishioners are welcome to register in any of the 5 Parishes already opened in the Saint John Paul II Pastoral Unit. Dispensation from Mass. We know that this is difficult but during the time of this pandemic, the dispensation of Sunday Mass is given for those who cannot go, and for those advised not to go, to church. Rather, these faithful are invited to read the Word of God and to pray in their homes and to participate in the celebrations of the Mass via TV, radio and/or the Internet.WE WANT YOU TO FEEL SAFE INSIDE YOUR PLACE OF WORSHIP.Please know that before each Mass, every pew, railing, door handle and all bathrooms will have been cleaned and sanitized by a crew of amazing volunteers!

Please help them by making sure that you take all of your belongings with you when you leave. Maybe this ‘new normal’ won’t be exactly what we want it to be, but it will be what we need it to be.WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN COMING TO MASS• Arrive 15 to 30 minutes early to allow the check in process.• In the parking lot, stay safely 6 feet apart.• With your mask on, stop and allow the volunteer to check you in.• At the door, stop and you will be given hand-sanitizer (your hands will be ‘squirted’).• Inside the church, follow the volunteer to your assigned seat.• During Mass, follow all arrows and markings on the floor, so we all stay safely 6 feet apart.• There will be one Lector for all readings• There will be no Altar Servers• You will notice that there are no Missals (bring your own).• You may bring water if you think you will need some.• You will notice that due to air transmission of Covid -19, there are no fans, electric or manual.• During Mass, enjoy the Music Ministry, but for now, no singing in the pews.• We will wish each other the Peace of Christ by nodding, smiling, bowing and waving.• During Communion there is no verbal exchange, simply silence.• Following Mass, to leave the church, please follow the directions of the Hospitality Minister and remember to bring all personal items home with you.• When leaving, respect the safety of keeping the 6 feet between you and your fellow parishioners in the church and when out in the parking lot.• Lastly, although Mass will be 'different', it is still wonderful. It is still Mass, still reverent, still holy!

WEARING MASKS IN THE CHURCH IS MANDATORYDAILY REFLECTIONS BY FR. JOHN TORRANCE

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6Scripture: If the member refuses to listen to them, tell it to the church; and if the offender refuses to listen even to the church, let such a one be to you as a Gentile and a tax collector. Matthew 18:7Reflection: Are you quick to tell others about the wrongs you have experienced?Prayer: Lord, give me the grace to be as compassionate to those who do me wrong as you are compassionate to the gentile and tax collector.MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7Scripture: Then Jesus said to them, “I ask you, is it lawful to do good or to do harm on the sabbath, to save life or to destroy it?”Reflection: What good deed have you neglected?Prayer: Lord, help me to be generous in doing good. Give me a heart that is moved by those in need.TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8Scripture: All your works shall give thanks to you, O Lord, and all your faithful shall bless you.

We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28Reflection: Has some good come out of our lockdown, something you did not expect?Prayer: Lord, these months have been difficult. I thank you for the blessings that have come out of this trial.WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9Scripture: After leaving the synagogue he entered Simon’s house. Now Simon’s mother-in-lawwas suffering from a high fever, and they asked him about her. Then he stood overher and rebuked the fever, and it left her. Immediately she got up and began to serveThen he looked up at his disciples and said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. Luke 6:20Reflection: How have you been blessed?Prayer: Lord, I thank you for all the blessings you have given me this day. Give me a grateful heart.THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 Scripture: But when Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Go away from“Do not judge, and you will not be judged; do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven;Reflection: Are there times when it is necessary to judge an other person?Prayer: Lord, help me to recognize my sin and give me the grace to turn to you forLord, forgive me when I have judged a person falsely. Open my eyes to their dignity.FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11Scripture: The salvation of the righteous is from the Lord; he is their refuge in the time ofFirst take the log out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to take the speck out of your neighbor’s eye. Luke 6:42Reflection: How have you been blinded to your own weakness?Prayer: Lord, open my eyes to see the many ways you have kept watch over me during theseLord, help me to see the plank in my own eye and the grace to be patient with the plank in others eyes.SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12Scripture: But some of the Pharisees said, “Why are you doing what is not lawful on theThe good person out of the good treasure of the heart produces good, and the evil person out of evil treasure produces evil; for it is out of the abundance of the heart that the mouth speaks. Luke 6:45Reflection: Is your heart pure?

Prayer: Lord, help me to strengthen the treasure in my heart and keep me generous in sharing that with others.

Novalis Publishing presents A WEBINAR ON MASS: CELEBRATING AT A DISTANCEJoin a discussion on how to have rich Sunday liturgies during a time of social distancing. Liturgist and award-winning author Glenn Byer reflects on ways to deepen our experience of Eucharist whether we are present in Church or at home. Perfect for both those responsible for liturgy and those attending.DATE: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 TIME: 2:00 P.M. (EST/EDT) DURATION: 60 MINUTESThe webinar is free but registration is required. Feel free to invite a friend!

REGISTER https://novalis.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fe6326fa08a8753e894b7356e&id=e927e2f90e&e=ea132fb2beThe SpeakerGlenn CJ Byer was born and raised on a farm near Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He has written widely on the liturgy, including an ongoing series of articles in Today’s Liturgy on the link between the Catechism of the Catholic Church and liturgical ministry, and books on pastoral liturgical topics. He speaks widely on how to get more out of the liturgy.His work in liturgy led to a post as professor of liturgy at Kenrick School of Theology in St. Louis, Missouri. He taught three years for the Paul VI Catechetical Institute, also in St. Louis. Glenn has served on the liturgy commissions of three archdioceses, Edmonton, Baltimore and St. Louis. He received a master’s in liturgy from the University of Notre Dame in 1987 and a sacred liturgy doctorate (SLD) from Sant’ Anselmo in Rome in 1994. Glenn currently works as worship publications manager for Oregon Catholic Press.

All three books in his Mass Appeals series, published by Novalis, have won awards from the Catholic Press Association. These books are Living the Liturgy of the Word, Unlocking the Feasts and Seasons of the Liturgical Year and 26 Ordinary Ways to Live the Liturgy. His writing has also appeared in Living with Christ.

The Assistance and Referral Centre (ARC) is a non-profit organization that promotes awareness & accessibility to English-Language Health and Social Services in the Montérégie-Centre region. Click on this link to go to their website and list of upcoming events https://www.arc-hss.ca/

Our diocesan spiritual support line 1-888-305-0994 continues to receive 30-40 calls a week. We have had added the possibility of accompaniment in Spanish if you call the line between 4-6p.m. on Wednesdays and accompaniment in Arabic if you contact the line from 6-10 p.m. on Fridays.Also, here is a petition to sign to lobby against wider access to Medical Aid in Dying in Canada. https://www.helptheliving.ca/ Help the Living Why we must act. We need to make life worth living, not make it easier to die. In June 2016, the Parliament of Canada legalized euthanasia. At the time, they committed to reviewing legislation before amending the law.

For links and more information on retreats, online prayers, and new articles on the diocesan website please go to http://johnpaul2.weebly.comAdditional resources of interest:

Saint John Paul II Pastoral Unit: website: http://johnpaul2.weebly.com  / Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Saint-John-Paul-II-Pastoral-Unit/983390895019278

Diocese of St-Jean-Longueuil:  www.dsjl.org  Development & Peace: www.devp.org Green Churches Network: https://greenchurches.ca The GRAPEVINE newsletter from the Montreal Catholic Diocese:

thegrapevine@diocesemontreal.org   The Bridge newsletter Pastoral Home Care – SASMAD English sector:

cmacaulay@diocesemontreal.org Our Harbour : http://ourharbour.org Caregivers : https://www.centredesoutienentraidants.com

ARC : www.arc.hss.ca  - We are still here working for our community, but from a distance in our homes. We will continue to post important information on our Facebook page (look us up by entering @arcaccess in the search field).  Please do not hesitate to reach out to us by phone at 514-605-9500 or email at arcinformation2@gmail.com. 

And don’t forget to keep abreast of the most current information by consulting the Quebec Government website:  https://www.quebec.ca/en/health/health-issues/a-z/2019- coronavirus/.

If you feel unwell, please seek medical guidance by calling the Info-Santé by dialing 8-1-1. 

Best regards from The ARC Team

SACRED HEART OF JESUS PRAYER GROUP : Please contact: Lorraine Pecus at

450-445-0372 or by email at : lpecus@sympatico.ca Included: Praise & Worship, Scripture, Reflections/Sharing, Intercessory prayer & Rosary. If you don't have anyone to pray for prayer intentions at your parishes, then please forward Lorraine prayer requests which she will then share with the Prayer Group.

PRAYER NETWORK - VIRTUALWe will pray for anyone from anywhere and for anything. Anonymity is an option for those who prefer it. There is just this one central e-mail for receiving prayer requests: jp2pu.prayers@gmail.com, and all requests will be forwarded from the same! Also, if you wish to be on the list of people willing to pray, email jp2pu.prayers@gmail.com and you will be added to the pray-ers list!

SASMAD: Spiritual support service for the elderly or sick at home: 1-888-305-0994

SAINT JOHN PAUL II PASTORAL UNIT CONTACT INFORMATION :Visit our website for mass times and up-to-date information on the SWAY:Saint John Paul II website: http://johnpaul2.weebly.comFacebook page:https://www.facebook.com/pages/Saint-John-Paul-II-Pastoral-Unit/983390895019278Faith Education email: faithfirst@live.ca