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Contact: Jerry Stack 780-459-4589Please pray for our sick and those who care for them:
NormaCarey, LouiseCasavant, BerthaCastro, ChericaChampagne, Georgette Charles, DianeD., Matthias
Anstruther, Ruth Arcand, GeriArnold, BernieBarteski, DecolynneJoBecigneul, Beatrice Belanger, JeanneBlack, MichelleBoles, OlesiaBrassard, TonyBurrows Whittle,
Willott, DominicZima, Chad
Healey, Joanne
Holtner, Colin
Kay, EdwardKho, Thomas
Hansen, Michael
Fischer, SheilaFisher, Nash
Delory, HelenDuncan, JohnFedorchuk, HelenFerguson, LisaFischer, Ken
Foster, Brian
Hodges, Alan
Lemieux, Douglas
Paquette, JosephPerry, DavidPetryshyn, TeddyPollok, JulietteRobertson, DuncanRobertson, TrevorRiopel, PaulSabourin, CindySabourin, RichardShewchuk, BillSokolan, Lena
Lafreniere, JeannineLaliberte, Cathy
Lindsay, Carolyn
Lawson, Monica
MacMillian, HopeMaier, EmiliaMartell, ShelleyMeister, MaryMikalonis, SandraMitchell, Chuck Jr.Nolin, MelissaNgayaan, RufinoPanzeter, KarlPatsy
Stevens, Joyce
Hickey, John
Stewart, Marion
Fraser, BrendaFrattin, RobGordon, ShelleyGrant, EdHack, ShannoHamilton, Keith Swift, Carl
Theilade, EarlThurnbeck, LucieTrepanier, Mark
www.starofthenorth.ca Phone:780-459-5511
Star of the North
ALL MEETINGS ARE CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Retreat CenterALL MEETINGS ARE CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
To donate, please call the
Let us remember the poor! Blessings, Ken Gallagher, President, St. Albert Conference.
Help Line at 780-471-5577 or email [email protected].
ALL MEETINGS ARE CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
The Maritime World. We pray for all those who work and live from the sea, among them sailors, fishermen and their families.
“Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved; for You are my praise."
Jeremiah 17:14
In the spirit of giving, please consider filling out this Pre-Authorized Debit form and mailing to the parish office or putting it in the basket in the font.
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I (we), as the account holder(s), authorize the Catholic Parish of Holy Family and my (our) financial institution, to debit, in accordance with the Rules of the Canadian Payments Association, my (our) account at the branch specified on the attached void cheque, for the purpose of making a charitable donation to our institutions. This authorization is to remain in effect until the Catholic Parish of Holy Family has received written notification from me (us) of its change or termination.
Email: _______________________________________________________
Building Fund ______________Regular Sunday Offering _________ Together We Serve ____________
CATHOLIC WOMEN'SLEAGUE (CWL) COMMUNITY EVENTS
PASTORAL CARE
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS (KofC)
SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
POPE FRANCIS’ PRAYER INTENTIONS
1st Sunday of Advent
The first part of today’s Gospel places Jesus’ ministry in the context of the writings of the prophet, Isaiah. Matthew wants to show that Jesus is the fulfillment of the prophecies given to the people of Israel, and he refers to Isaiah to do so. Isaiah says that the Messiah will begin his ministry in Galilee, the land of the Gentiles. When Jesus begins to preach in Galilee, Matthew points to his ministry as a fulfillment of Isaiah’s prophecy, proof that Jesus is the Messiah.
When Jesus called his first disciples, the Gospel tells us that the fishermen (Peter and Andrew, James and John) dropped everything to follow Jesus immediately. Yet this Gospel tells us little about the prior experience that the fishermen had of Jesus. Did they know him? Had they heard him preach? What kind of person must Jesus have been to invoke such a response? We can imagine that Jesus was a powerful presence to elicit a response as immediate and complete as these first disciples gave.
The Gospel concludes with a description of the ministry that Jesus begins in Galilee. Jesus inaugurates the Kingdom of God with his work. He teaches in the synagogue and preaches the kingdom. His ability to cure people’s diseases and illness is a sign of the kingdom. In Jesus’ ministry, we already begin to see the Kingdom of God among us.
Today’s Gospel describes the beginning of Jesus’ public ministry. In the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke (called the Synoptic Gospels), Jesus’ public ministry begins after his baptism by John the Baptist and after his retreat to the desert where he was tempted by the devil. When Jesus returns from the desert, he hears that John has been arrested.
December 25th - Christmas Day
Mary, Mother of God Vigil
No 5:00 pm Mass
Mary, Mother of God
11:00 am ONLY
December 24th - Christmas Eve5 pm, 7:30 pm, 9:30 pm, Midnight
9 am, 11am
December 26th - St. Stephen
December 31st -
5:00 pm
January 1st -
9 am, 11am, No 5:00 pm Mass
Christmas Season Mass Times
Encounter Jesus, Engage Disciples, Evangelize the World
18th Sunday in Ordinary Time • August 2nd, 2020
Upcoming Events
Mass, 7:00 pm
Soup and a Bun, 5:45 pm in the parish hall
Soup and a Bun, 5:45 pm in the parish hall
Friday, March 13th
World Day of Prayer Celebration, 2:00 pm
Mass, 7:00 pm
Stations of the Cross, 6:30 pm
Friday, March 6th
Stations of the Cross, 6:30 pm
HFP & SAP Youth Family Day Event, 1:00 pm at Seven Hills
Monday, February 17th
Ash Wednesday, 9:00 am & 7:00 pm
Soup and a Bun, 5:45 pm in the parish hallStations of the Cross, 6:30 pmMass, 7:00 pmTrivia Night at St. Joseph’s Seminary, 7:00 pm
Office Closed, Family Day
Wednesday, February 26th
Friday, February 28th
Paper generously supplied byConnelly-McKinley.Thank you.
The Sons of St. Joseph is a men's group dedicated to strengthening and supporting men in their
Contact info: [email protected]
Christian vocations through prayer, living the Word, and brotherhood. MEETINGS ARE CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
SONS OF ST. JOSEPH
Congratulations
And now there remainfaith, hope, and love; but the
greatest of these is love.
Everyone is welcome!
Saturday, January 18th, Life in the Spirit retreat at 1225 Township Rd. 535 Parkland County. Please bring a bagged lunch, first talk begins at 10:30 am and ends with Mass at 4:00 pm.
MOUNT CARMEL ONE-DAY RETREAT
Volunteers Soup and a Bun
lenten sacrifice, couple hours of time
Soup and a Bun 5:45 pm
Holy Saturday
Stations of the Cross 6:45 pm
Friday, March 20th
Friday, April 3rd
Stations of the Cross 6:45 pm
Sunday, April 5th
Good Friday Service, 10:00 am, 3:00 pm
Palm SundayPancake Breakfast after 9:00 & 11:00 am Masses
Monday, March 16thParish Mission & Penitential Service7:15 pm
Soup and a Bun 5:45 pmStations of the Cross 6:45 pm
Friday, March 27th
Thursday, April 9thHoly Thursday Mass, 7:00 pm
Friday, April 10th
Good Friday Stations of the Cross, 6:30 pmSoup and a Bun 5:45 pm
Saturday, April 11th
Easter Vigil, 8:30 pm
Sunday, April 12thEaster Masses 9:00 am, 11:00 amNO 5:00 pm Mass
Office Closed, Easter Monday
Easter Food Blessing, 12:15 pm
Monday, April 13th
“The Lord is kind and merciful.”
we may return to joy and to feastingafter this time of trial. Help us, Mother of Divine Love,
to conform to the will of the Father
O Mary, you always shine on our pathas a sign of salvation and of hope.
We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick,who at the cross took part in Jesus’ pain, keeping your faith firm.
You, Salvation of the Roman People,know what we need, and we are sure you will provide
so that, as in Cana of Galilee,
and to do as we are told by Jesus,who has taken upon himself our sufferings
and carried our sorrows to lead us, through the cross,to the joy of the resurrection. Amen.
Under your protection, we seek refuge, Holy Mother of God. Do not disdain the entreaties of we who are in trial, but deliver us from
every danger, O glorious and blessed Virgin.
A Prayer to Mary from Pope Francis:
St. Faustina). Diary 320
My daughter, know without a doubt, and once for all, that only mortal sin drives Me out of a soul, and nothing else. (Our Lord’s words to
DIVINE MERCY MINUTE
If you are scheduled to serve at a given Mass, YOU AND YOUR FAMILY will automatically be registered and there will be no need for you to go online and secure a space.
VOLUNTEERS URGENTLY NEEDED:
For each weekend Mass, registration begins on Mondays at 9:00 am, and ends at midnight on Thursdays, or until a given Mass is full, whichever comes first.
Please remember that in order to increase the capacity of our Masses we NEED more volunteers. There is a detailed list of the volunteers required for each Mass inside the bulletin, along with the contact emails for each ministry. Please prayerfully and carefully discern if you are willing and able to help in any of these positions so that we may accommodate more parishioners at each Mass. There is no way to accommodate more than 50 people at each Mass with the current number of volunteers. We are grateful to everyone who has already offered their time and talents.
CHANGE IN PROCEDURE FOR REGISTERING FOR WEEKEND MASSES:
INCENTIVE FOR MINISTRY VOLUNTEERS:
Thank you for your time and service and we encourage many more volunteers to come forward so we can increase the maximum number we can safely accommodate at Mass!
Parishioners are now being asked to register with a computer or device for weekend Masses on this site: www.pretix.eu/HolyFamilyParish/
LENT 2020
Although we are no longer permitted to celebrate the Eucharist as a community, our expenses remain. Please consider continuing your donations online via Canada Helps or through debit deposit.
GIVING TO THE PARISH
The CWL is rooted in gospel values and calls you and all members to holiness through service to all people of God. You are invited to join League sisters as you pray for one another and walk the gospel road together.
Special CWL occasions are often celebrated with the Eucharist. The CWL motto is “For God and Canada.” Mary is honoured as “Our Lady of Good Counsel.”
You are encouraged to deepen your spiritual understanding and study Catholic teachings - an important CWL initiative.
Would you like to join women from all across Canada in an organization that can foster and celebrate your Catholic faith?
As a CWL member, you joyfully affirm that God’s presence blesses every aspect of ordinary life, including meetings, volunteer projects and celebrations. Come, join us! Contact: Catherine MacIsaac 780-460-8911 or at [email protected]
HOW CAN I ENRICHMY FAITH?
NO WEEKDAY OR WEEKEND
MASSES UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
To view the Archbishop’s Live stream Masses, as well as other parishes across the Archdiocese, please visit:
http://caedm.ca/PastoralScene/entryid/787/find-a-livestream-mass-during-covid-19-restrictions
THESE DATES WILL RESUME WHEN NORMAL PARISH ACTIVITIES RETURN.ALL MEETINGS ARE CURRENTLY CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
MINISTRY MEETING DATES
All meetings are cancelled until further notice. Watch the bulletin and website for updates.
Distribution of Holy Communion outside of Mass is not permitted.
Funerals and weddings may be celebrated, excluding Mass, only if prevailing medical directives can be followed. Arrangements are not to be finalized without first consulting the Chancery Office.
This should be limited to cases of serious illness.
Holy Communion to the sick.
To limit the risk of spread of the virus, only a priest is to take
DIRECTIVES FROMTHE ARCHDIOCESE: OFFICE CLOSED
The Parish office will be closed from April 8th through to April 15th. Please continue to check the website for updates.
T8N 5K1. Thank you.7 St. Vital Ave. St. Albert, AB
If desired, monetary donations can be made by sending cheques to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
SOCIETY OFST. VINCENT DE PAUL
when attending Massit is encouraged to wear
Rectory Phone: 780-460-2774Website: www.holyfamilyparish.ca
Weekend Assistance Msgr. Jack Hamilton
75 Poirier AvenueSt. Albert, AB T8N 6A1Office Phone: 780-459-3694Office Fax: 780-460-4239
PastorFr. Jozef Wroblewski
Weekend MassesSaturday: 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Daily MassMonday to Friday:9:00 am and 5:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am, 11:00 am, and 5:00 pm
Monday - Thursday
ConfessionsSaturday 11:00 am - noon
9:00 am - 12:00 pm1:00 pm - 4:00 pmFriday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Contact [email protected] [email protected]
holyfamilyparish.ca
holyfamilyparish.ca
youthprograms@
Office Hours
volunteermanagement@
Church Information
Please remember to donate toHoly Family Parish. Ways to donate:
1) use your current envelopes, and place in the basket in the font.2) press the “donate” button on our website, you can use a credit card.
4) e-transfer to [email protected].
Thank you to all those who have made or are considering making a donation.
3) use direct deposit either already set up or by calling the parish office to set up.
There is no need for a password, this will automatically be deposited into our account.
DONATIONS NEEDED
Members of SSVP will be holding a food drive at St. Albert Parish between 10:00 am and 12:00 noon on Saturday, August 15th to help meet the needs of people living in the inner city of Edmonton and in St. Albert.
The SSVP truck will be parked in the St. Albert Parish parking lot to receive your donations. With grateful hearts, the Vincentians of St. Albert thank you for your donations.
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is grateful for the support given over the years. This year, donations to the Distribution Centre have slowed because of Covid-19 and SSVP is in need of canned and dry goods.
18th Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ August 2nd, 2020“One does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes forth
from the mouth of God.” ~ The Gospel of Matthew
11:00 am - Helen Salacki +
19th Sunday in Ordinary TimeSunday - August 9th
9:00 am - Holy Family parishioners
5:00 pm - Veronica & Joe Rodgers
The Transfiguration of the Lord
9:00 am - Norman MacIntyre +
Saturday - August 1stSt. Alphonsus Luiguori
18th Sunday in Ordinary Time
11:00 am - Bert Wilson +
9:00 am - Special intention
7:00 pm - Ashley Jost
9:00 am - Ted Jaremco +
Sunday - August 2nd
Monday - August 3rd
Tuesday - August 4th
9:00 am - Gust & Pauline Jauch +5:00 pm - Justin & Ivette Gamble
5:00 pm - Holy Family parishioners
5:00 pm - Samantha Beier (Birthday)
St. John Vianney
Wednesday - August 5th
5:00 pm - Norman MacIntyre +
9:00 am - Louise Ryan +5:00 pm - Bernard + & Magdalene + Cey and their children
5:00 pm - No Mass
9:00 am - Doris Ouellette +
Thursday - August 6th
Friday - August 7th
5:00 pm - Josip Martic + & Stipo Brekalo + & families
Saturday - August 8thSt. Dominic5:00 pm - Emily Mikalonis +7:00 pm - Carolyn Cloran
Saint of the Month: St. Lawrence ~ Feast Day: August 10th“Sheltered under the name of Jesus Christ,
I do not fear these pains, for they do not last long.” ~St. Lawrence
Due to COVID-19, the Archdiocese of Edmonton is advising parishes to temporarily lay off some employees to save on costs. I have now been temporarily laid off and do not know when I will be returning to ministry. Hopefully the wait isn’t too long. I will miss everyone very much, and please know that I will be praying for you during this difficult time!
Who did God create you to be? How can you live your life for Christ in the midst of our current suffering? Turn to the saints. Turn to Holy Scripture. Turn to the promises that God made to those who follow Him. Things will not be easy, but the reward waiting for us is worth all of our earthly sufferings! Stay strong in your faith! Love God with all your heart, and set the world on fire!
“Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire.” ~ St. Catherine of Siena
Join us every Wednesday at 7pm to pray the rosary for an awareness of life issues and for a Culture of Life. What does the Church teach on life issues and why?
This Month’s Roof Donations:Roof Donations To Date:
Special Collections:Monthly Operating Expenses:Monthly Donations:
Please pick up your 2019 tax receipts in the foyer of the church.
As requested by Pope Francis,
Please contact the office to have your names added to the anniversary list for the months of August or September. Join us in congratulating the following couples:
we celebrate the Sacrament of Marriage.
Sean & Alyssa Frew (13 years)
Don & Lucie Leduc (50 years)
Andy & Leona Raymond (51 years)
Douglas & Marieta Paul (41 years)
From February 26th through April 5th, you’re invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life - 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. You’re also invited to peacefully pray the Rosary in your own home for this cause. For more information email: [email protected] or 40daysforlife.com/Edmonton
There’s an old saying that says “Once a Catholic, always a Catholic.” Maybe you have been away from the Church for a little while, or for quite some time, but now you are feeling a tug at your heart calling you back to the Catholic Church. Heed that tug. It’s your Heavenly Father reaching his arms out to you, the Holy Spirit whispering in your ear, hoping to draw you home.
During this holiday season we see many people returning home. Please join us in welcoming them, with warm smiles and joy to have them back in our pews.
ALL SACRAMENTS ARE CURRENTLY POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
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Preparation for celebrating this Sacrament is underway. If you missed the first preparation evening in October, please contact: [email protected].
Marriage: Please contact the office at least
Confirmation:
A mandatory preparation course is required.
for Mass availability.
1st Eucharist & Reconciliation:
To register please contact
six months prior to the wedding.
of the month at 7:00 pm. Celebration: Contact the office
Preparation: 2nd Wednesday
Preparation for celebrating these Sacraments is underway. If you missed the first preparation evening in November, please contact: [email protected].
Baptism:
By doing so, he applies special graces from God upon that person or intention.To request a Mass intention, please visit or call the parish office.
When a priest celebrates Mass every day, he offers each celebration of the Eucharist for a particular person or intention.
MASS INTENTIONS
SACRAMENTS
YOUTH MINISTRY
ANNIVERSARIES
CHARITABLE DONATIONS
2019 TAX RECEIPTS
MUSIC MINISTRY
TABS FOR WHEELS
MONTHLY FINANCES
DISCIPLESHIP
Can you play the piano, guitar or organ? Other instruments are also welcome! The keyboard accompaniment for our music resources needs either a grade 5 or 6 proficiency. Playing for Mass does require special skills and experience. This will include acknowledging the music ministry as having a servant-leadership role in the parish, knowing the liturgical cues, being able to accompany singers and improvise, and eventually knowing the musical, liturgical and pastoral judgement needed to select music for various celebrations. You will receive good mentoring! You can join an existing group or choir and apprentice with them, or you can be part of some new groups and choirs that are being formed. Please contact Marieta at [email protected] for more information.
“As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” - 1 Peter 4:10
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all
circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ
Jesus.” 1Thess 5: 16-18
Do you want to have great discussions about the faith? Unite and Verve are youth groups for you!
WELCOME HOME
40 DAYS FOR LIFE
DID YOU KNOW?
1. What does the word “Epiphany” mean?
“Epiphany” means “manifestation”. It comes from Greek roots that mean “to show, to display” (phainein) and “on, to” (epi-). An epiphany is thus a time when something is shown, displayed, or manifested to an audience.
3. When is Epiphany celebrated?
The Epiphany shows that “the full number of the nations” now takes its “place in the family of the patriarchs”, and acquires Israelitica dignitas (is made “worthy of the heritage of Israel”) CCC 528.
In some countries, Epiphany is a holy day of obligation. Where that is the case, it is celebrated on January 6th. In the United States and Canada, Epiphany is not a holy day of obligation, and its celebration is transferred to the first Sunday after January 1st.
2. What is the feast of the Epiphany about?
This varies around the world.
According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church the Epiphany is the manifestation of Jesus as Messiah of Israel, Son of God and Saviour of the world. The great feast of Epiphany celebrates the adoration of Jesus by the wise men (magi) from the East, together with His baptism in the Jordan and the wedding feast at Cana in Galilee.
spiritual communion
- An attitude of service (not performance) reverence and the ability to work as part of a group.
Singers are needed for new music ministry groups in our parish. Three musicians – an organist and two pianists – have responded to our urgent need for music ministry. Now we need singers to join them!
The requirements for being a singer at Masses in our parish are:
If you do have a trained voice, if you sang in a school or church choir when you were young, if you have ever thought about being part of the music ministry at Mass, or if you appreciate the importance of musical leadership for public worship and believe that those who sing pray twice, please become part of one of the three new music ministry groups or choirs we are now forming in our parish!
Call Marieta at 780-459-3694 or email at:
- A regular commitment of time - for practice and for your group’s ministry schedule.
- The Archdiocesan requirements for all parish volunteers – the attendance to the Called to Protect 2.5 hour workshop and completing some forms (application, covenant of care) will be needed.
[email protected] for more information.
- The ability to carry a tune – you don’t have to have a trained voice, be able to read musical notation, or harmonize, although those abilities are a great help – but you do need to be able to sing on key and have a voice that can blend with others.
MUSIC MINISTRY
The Jessica Martel Memorial Foundation is finalizing construction on Jessie’s House, with plans to open on April 1st, 2020. This facility will offer a shelter from domestic violence to individuals and families within the Sturgeon Region, Alexander First Nation, Edmonton Garrison and the City of St. Albert. Hoping to offer the comfort of a quilt to each client, the Foundation is looking for donations. If you are a quilter, please consider donating a quilt to Jessie’s House.
memorialfoundation.com
For further information, please contact Alison Liston by email at [email protected]. To learn more about Jessica’s story, visit the Jessica Martel Memorial Foundation website at https://jessicamartel
The parish has achieved 93% of the goal of $67,000 for the Together We Serve initiative. To date, $62,328 has been raised. The charities that benefit have expressed their gratitude and thank you for your generosity. A year-end financial report will be available next week.
JESSIE’S HOUSE
TOGETHER WE SERVE
May anniversary:Denise and Bob Clarke (45 Years)
I love You above all things and I desire You in my soul. Since I cannot now receive
As though You were already there, I embrace You and unite myself wholly to You. Permit not that I should ever be separated from You.
Blessed Sacrament.You are present in the My Jesus, I believe that
~St. Alphonsus Maria de’Liguori
You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart.
SPIRITUAL COMMUNIONPRAYER
after Mass
Catholic Women’s League
Catechism
1st Monday, 6:45 pm
Divine Mercy
Bible Study
Liturgy Committee
Wednesday mornings,
Knights of Columbus
Fridays, 4:30 pm
Tuesdays, 10:00 am
4th Wednesday, (1st & 3rd deg.) 6:00 pm1st Thursday (4th deg.) 7:30 pm
God & Elaine Bredo (42 Years)
April anniversaries:
Ray & Ingrid Brodeur (61 Years)
GOOD FRIDAY COLLECTIONThe Good Friday collection for the Holy Land has been moved to September 14th, 2020, the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross.
For the prayers of the novena and more information visit: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/message/devotions/novena
Jesus asked St. Faustina that the Feast of the Divine Mercy be preceded by a Novena to the Divine Mercy, which will begin on Good Friday, April 10th. “On each day of the novena you will bring to My heart a different group of souls and you will immerse them in this ocean of My mercy.... On each day you will beg My Father, on the strength of My passion, for the graces for these souls.”
DIVINE MERCY NOVENA
- continue to watch and participate in live stream services
- make resurrection rolls for a treat on Easter Sunday
Although this Holy Week and the Easter season look different, there are many ways we can celebrate at home:
https://beaheart.com/blogs/blog/holy-week-at-home-free-resource
https://catholicfamilycrate.com/products/holy-week-at-home-success-kit
- print off and use colouring sheets from links below to decorate your house
https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3788244/Holy_Week_at_Home%20(1).pdf?fbclid=IwAR2JmFAFNkWvAPpmD5edAemZeC_Odd3BsQ6avuy_YeuRvpkRrzS1iZlWA1c
Good Friday
- help your parents cook and serve Easter dinner
- make Easter cards and drop on doorsteps for family, friends and godparents
- make hot cross buns for
In light of recent restrictions on our faith practices, here are some ideas or ways to continue your faith at home, while still respecting social distancing:
Continue your prayer life, first thing in the morning, mealtimes and before bed. All are easy ways to incorporate more prayer into your daily life.
Prayer:
TRIDUUM & EASTER SEASON PRACTICES
- bake Easter bread
- have a simple meal
Octave of Easter (8 days including and following Easter Sunday):- greet each other with “He is Risen, Alleluia!”
- observe a plain cross in your home
- drive by Churches for social distancing “adoration”
Easter Sunday:
Holy Saturday:
- greet each other with “He is Risen, Alleluia!”
Good Friday:
- sing “Were You There?” and other traditional Good Friday hymns
- start the Divine Mercy novena
- make an Easter centrepiece- watch a movie on the Passion of the Lord
- listen to Alleluia and other appropriate Easter music
Holy Thursday:- wash each other’s feet
- decorate Easter eggs
- fast from food, electronics and other things to focus on Jesus’ passion
- eat a meal as a family in formal clothing
- make an Easter door wreath, use plenty of white!
- enjoy meat on Friday- listen to Alleluia and other appropriate Easter music- enjoy desserts- pray the Regina Caeli prayer
Please prayerfully discern continuing your donations especially during the Easter season. Thank you to all those who have continued to remember the parish in their donations.
EASTER SUNDAYDONATIONS
to create your own account.
Login to FORMED through the following link: holyfamilyparish.formed.org
FORMED
Although currently attending Mass in person is not allowed, we are all strongly encouraged to attend virtually. The Archbishop will be live streaming Sunday Masses at: http://caedm.ca/
Salt and Light has Masses at: https://saltandlighttv.org/mass
EWTN has Masses at:https://www.ewtn.com/tv/shows/sunday-mass-live
MASS
~ Pope Francis
The month of May is here, a time when the People of God express with particular intensity their love and devotion for the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is traditional in this month to pray the Rosary at home within the family. The restrictions of the pandemic have made us come to appreciate all the more this “family” aspect, also from a spiritual point of view.
I am also providing two prayers to Our Lady that you can recite at the end of the Rosary, and that I myself will pray in the month of May, in spiritual union with all of you. I include them with this letter so that they are available to everyone.
Dear brothers and sisters, contemplating the face of Christ with the heart of Mary our Mother will make us even more united as a spiritual family and will help us overcome this time of trial. I keep all of you in my prayers, especially those suffering most greatly, and I ask you, please, to pray for me. I thank you, and with great affection I send you my blessing.
For this reason, I want to encourage everyone to rediscover the beauty of praying the Rosary at home in the month of May. This can be done either as a group or individually; you can decide according to your own situations, making the most of both opportunities. The key to doing this is always simplicity, and it is easy also on the internet to find good models of prayers to follow.
Rome, Saint John Lateran, 25 April 2020, Feast of Saint Mark the Evangelist
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
LETTER OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS TO THE FAITHFUL FOR THE MONTH OF MAY 2020
We entrust ourselves to you, Heath of the Sick, who, at the foot of the cross, were united with Jesus’ suffering, and persevered in your faith.
O Mary, You shine continuously on our journey as a sign of salvation and hope.
“Protectress of the Roman people” you know our needs, and we know that you will provide, so that, as at Cana in Galilee, joy and celebration may return after this time of trial.
Help us, Mother of Divine Love, to conform ourselves to the will of the Father and to do what Jesus tells us. For he took upon himself our suffering, and burdened himself with our sorrows to bring us, through the cross, to the joy of the Resurrection. Amen.
We fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of God; Do not despise our petitions in our necessities, but deliver us always from every danger, O glorious and Blessed Virgin.
First Prayer
In the present tragic situation, when the world is prey to suffering and anxiety, we fly to you, Mother of God and our Mother, and seek refuge under your protection.
Be close to those who assist the sick night and day, and to priests who, in their pastoral concern and fidelity to the Gospel, are trying to help and support everyone.
Blessed Virgin, illumine the minds of men and women engaged in scientific research, that they may find effective solutions to overcome this virus.
Second Prayer
“We fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of God”.
Virgin Mary, turn your merciful eyes towards us amid this coronavirus pandemic. Comfort those who are distraught and mourn their loved ones who have died, and at times are buried in a way that grieves them deeply. Be close to those who are concerned for their loved ones who are sick and who, in order to prevent the spread of the disease, cannot be close to them. Fill with hope those who are troubled by the uncertainty of the future and the consequences for the economy and employment.
Mother of God and our Mother, pray for us to God, the Father of mercies, that this great suffering may end and that hope and peace may dawn anew. Plead with your divine Son, as you did at Cana, so that the families of the sick and the victims be comforted, and their hearts be opened to confidence and trust.
Protect those doctors, nurses, health workers and volunteers who are on the frontline of this emergency, and are risking their lives to save others. Support their heroic effort and grant them strength, generosity and continued health.
Support national leaders, that with wisdom, solitude and generosity they may come to the aid of those lacking the basic necessities of life and may devise social and economic solutions inspired by farsightedness and solidarity.
Mary Most Holy, stir our consciences, so that the enormous funds invested in developing and stockpiling arms will instead be spent on promoting effective research on how to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.
Beloved Mother, help us realize that we are all members of one great family and to recognize the bond that unites us, so that, in a spirit of fraternity and solidarity, we can help to alleviate countless situations of poverty and need. Make us strong in faith, persevering in service, constant in prayer.
Mary, Consolation of the afflicted, embrace all your children in distress and pray that God will stretch out his all-powerful hand and free us from this terrible pandemic, so that life can serenely resume its normal course.
To you, who shine on our journey as a sign of salvation and hope, do we entrust ourselves, O Clement, O Loving, O Sweet Virgin Mary. Amen.
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Ladies, if you are bored with all of this isolation and “staying home”, how about knitting a prayer shawl?
587-290-0090.
I would be happy to deliver wool and directions to your mailbox! Prayer shawls can bring comfort to anyone at this time, be it an illness, a bereavement, a new baby or just plain comfort, as every stitch is a prayer for the person who will be receiving the shawl. When done, they are available from our parish office and Fr. Jozef will kindly bless them. Please call Rachelle at
PRAYER SHAWLS
Members of the same family often bear close resemblances to one another. Sometimes physical resemblances are shared within a family, but often the similarities are behavioral characteristics and mannerisms. We hear this observation affirmed through a number of common phrases: “He’s a chip off the old block” or “She’s her mother’s daughter.” Today’s Gospel points to a mystery of faith that might be examined in light of these familial relationships. In Jesus we see and know the Father. Likewise, the Father is known through the life and work of the Son, Jesus.
Talk together as a family about whether people outside of your family recognize common traits of your family. Are there physical resemblances that people recognize and so know each individual as a member of your family? Are there mannerisms that are shared by members of your family? What are some common interests and work that people might associate with your family? As you read today’s Gospel, John 14:1-12, keep in mind that members of the same family share many characteristics, even though each person in the family is an individual. What does Jesus tell His disciples about His relationship with the Father? The relationship between the Father and Jesus is so close that Jesus says that those who have seen and known Jesus have also seen and known the Father. Jesus promises His disciples that because of their faith in Him and in the Father, they too will be able to do the work of the Father as Jesus did. End your discussion by praying together that others will recognize in your family the work of the Father. Pray together the Lord’s Prayer.
SUNDAY REFLECTION
With Masses ongoing, we have a very willing parishioner making masks. If this is something you would be interested in buying, please call the parish office to be added to the list. Once your masks are completed, you will be contacted for their pickup and can make payment through the office. Masks are $10 each. All money collected will be donated back to the parish. Thank you for your support.
MASKS AVAILABLE
The Icon of the Holy Family has arrived, as pictured on the top left-hand corner of the front page of the bulletin. You can come and see the painting and contemplate its possible placement in the Church. I encourage and welcome your suggestions. Please remember no more than 50 people are allowed in the Church at any given time.
Let us pray that this pandemic will pass. Holy Family of Nazareth, pray for us.
GOOD NEWS
have travelled anywhere outside the country, you are required to self-isolate for
Please remember that if you
14 days.This includes not attending Mass.
OUT OF COUNTRY TRAVEL
Lector - 1
Cleaning Crew - 2
Point of Entry Person - 2
email: [email protected]
Ushers - 2
You need to complete your
volunteer paperwork and the
Called To Protect training
workshop.
email: [email protected]
Please remember that in order to increase the number of people allowed to attend each Mass, we need more volunteers. Without your help, our parish community will not continue to run smoothly.
email: [email protected]
Mass Safety Co-ordinator - 1
There are many different types of volunteers needed:
email: [email protected]
Eucharistic Minister - 1
email: [email protected]
Due to the increase in numbers now able to attend Masses, we need a larger number of volunteers.
Please carefully consider if you can donate your time and talents to our parish.
MASS REGISTRATION
Please remember the St. Albert Food Bank in your donations. They come to pick up every Wednesday and it is wonderful to see our hamper always overflowing. Thank you for your generosity.
FOOD BANKDONATIONS
You taught us the importance of service through the many examples set by Your Son, Jesus Christ. Through the words of the Holy Spirit and the grace poured out by You, these wonderful people have heard Your call to do great and wonderful things here at Holy Family Parish. May you continue to care for our Church volunteers and may you shower them with love and many blessings.
Loving Father,
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
If you or your child have been waiting for the following Sacraments (Baptism, Communion, Confirmation, Marriage, Funeral) due to COVID-19, please call the parish office for information on how to obtain all information and paperwork needed.
All Sacraments are again being celebrated, including Confirmation. If your child needs to be confirmed, please contact the office.
SACRAMENTS
PRAYER FOR VOLUNTEERS
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www.pretix.eu/HolyFamilyParish/
� Two weeks of Masses will be listed.
� Select how many tickets you will need (10 maximum/person).
� Fill in the blanks with your email, phone number, and attendee name(s).
� If you have selected more than 1 ticket, click the “copy the answers from above”to fill in the other tickets.
� You are now registered!
For each weekend Mass, registration begins on Mondays at 9:00 am and ends at midnight on Thursdays, or when a given Mass is full, whichever comes first.
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� Click on “Add to Cart”.
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� Click on “Submit registration”.
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This process is done simply by going to your confirmation email and clicking on the link that is provided in case of any changes.
� If everything is correct, you will get a large green check mark and your ticket reservation will be sent to your email.
VOLUNTEERS
Hello Sisters in the League
Friday, July 31st at 9:00 am for deceased member Louise Ryan.
EvelynBlessings,
What are the benefits of hugging?
CWL Business
There were two Masses said for the following members:
Friday, July 24th at 5:00 pm for the Mikalonis Family.
Well, with all this rain we are having, I trust your gardens are doing “marvellous”. I hope during this time of respite from all normal activities that you are all well and enjoying the peaceful season. I think the hard part of “physical & social distancing” is the inability of being able to “hug” those we would usually offer a warm embrace. Giving hugs is a way of contact for comfort and care.
We hug others when we are excited, happy, sad, or offering solace. Hugging, it seems, is universally comforting. It makes us feel good. And, it turns out that hugging has proven to make us healthier and happier.
I personally cannot wait until we can hug again!
11:00 am. Bring your chair, umbrella (in case of rain or heat), hat, mask and drink. There will be some business to attend to and your participation will be needed. At the last meeting, 25 ladies attended...it was great to see you!
CWL President
There will be a General Meeting at the Holy Family parking lot on Saturday, August 8th at
CWL MESSAGEAUGUST 3rd HOLIDAY MONDAY
5:00 pm Mass is cancelled.
Due to Holiday Monday, the office will be closed on August 3rd as well as the
18th Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ August 2nd, 2020“One does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes forth
from the mouth of God.” ~ The Gospel of Matthew
18th Sunday in Ordinary Time
St. Alphonsus Luiguori
Sunday - August 2nd
9:00 am - Doris Ouellette +
9:00 am - Louise Ryan +The Transfiguration of the Lord
5:00 pm - Samantha Beier (Birthday)
9:00 am - Norman MacIntyre +
Tuesday - August 4th
5:00 pm - Emily Mikalonis +
19th Sunday in Ordinary Time
9:00 am - Ted Jaremco +11:00 am - Bert Wilson +
5:00 pm - No Mass
5:00 pm - Holy Family parishioners
Monday - August 3rd
5:00 pm - Justin & Ivette Gamble
Saturday - August 1st
7:00 pm - Ashley Jost
9:00 am - Special intention
St. John Vianney
Wednesday - August 5th
9:00 am - Gust & Pauline Jauch +
5:00 pm - Norman MacIntyre +
Thursday - August 6th
5:00 pm - Bernard + & Magdalene + Cey and their children
Friday - August 7th
5:00 pm - Josip Martic + & Stipo Brekalo + & families
Saturday - August 8thSt. Dominic
7:00 pm - Carolyn Cloran
Sunday - August 9th
9:00 am - Holy Family parishioners11:00 am - Helen Salacki +5:00 pm - Veronica & Joe Rodgers
Saint of the Month: St. Lawrence ~ Feast Day: August 10th“Sheltered under the name of Jesus Christ,
I do not fear these pains, for they do not last long.” ~St. Lawrence
Who did God create you to be? How can you live your life for Christ in the midst of our current suffering? Turn to the saints. Turn to Holy Scripture. Turn to the promises that God made to those who follow Him. Things will not be easy, but the reward waiting for us is worth all of our earthly sufferings! Stay strong in your faith! Love God with all your heart, and set the world on fire!
“Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire.” ~ St. Catherine of Siena
Due to COVID-19, the Archdiocese of Edmonton is advising parishes to temporarily lay off some employees to save on costs. I have now been temporarily laid off and do not know when I will be returning to ministry. Hopefully the wait isn’t too long. I will miss everyone very much, and please know that I will be praying for you during this difficult time!
Join us every Wednesday at 7pm to pray the rosary for an awareness of life issues and for a Culture of Life. What does the Church teach on life issues and why?
Monthly Donations:
Special Collections:
Roof Donations To Date:This Month’s Roof Donations:
Monthly Operating Expenses:
Please pick up your 2019 tax receipts in the foyer of the church.
As requested by Pope Francis, we celebrate the Sacrament of Marriage.
Please contact the office to have your names added to the anniversary list for the months of August or September. Join us in congratulating the following couples:
Douglas & Marieta Paul (41 years)
Don & Lucie Leduc (50 years)
Sean & Alyssa Frew (13 years)
Andy & Leona Raymond (51 years)
From February 26th through April 5th, you’re invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life - 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. You’re also invited to peacefully pray the Rosary in your own home for this cause. For more information email: [email protected] or 40daysforlife.com/Edmonton
During this holiday season we see many people returning home. Please join us in welcoming them, with warm smiles and joy to have them back in our pews.
There’s an old saying that says “Once a Catholic, always a Catholic.” Maybe you have been away from the Church for a little while, or for quite some time, but now you are feeling a tug at your heart calling you back to the Catholic Church. Heed that tug. It’s your Heavenly Father reaching his arms out to you, the Holy Spirit whispering in your ear, hoping to draw you home.
Please contact the office at least
is required.A mandatory preparation course
To register please [email protected].
ALL SACRAMENTS ARE CURRENTLY POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Preparation: 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm.
1st Eucharist & Reconciliation:
for Mass availability.
Preparation for celebrating these Sacraments is underway. If you missed the first preparation evening in November, please contact: [email protected]
Confirmation: Preparation for celebrating this Sacrament is underway. If you missed the first preparation evening in October, please contact: [email protected].
Baptism:
Celebration: Contact the office
Marriage:
six months prior to the wedding.
When a priest celebrates Mass every day, he offers each celebration of the Eucharist for a particular person or intention. By doing so, he applies special graces from God upon that person or intention.To request a Mass intention, please visit or call the parish office.
MASS INTENTIONS
SACRAMENTS
YOUTH MINISTRY
ANNIVERSARIES
CHARITABLE DONATIONS
2019 TAX RECEIPTS
MUSIC MINISTRY
TABS FOR WHEELS
MONTHLY FINANCES
DISCIPLESHIP
Can you play the piano, guitar or organ? Other instruments are also welcome! The keyboard accompaniment for our music resources needs either a grade 5 or 6 proficiency. Playing for Mass does require special skills and experience. This will include acknowledging the music ministry as having a servant-leadership role in the parish, knowing the liturgical cues, being able to accompany singers and improvise, and eventually knowing the musical, liturgical and pastoral judgement needed to select music for various celebrations. You will receive good mentoring! You can join an existing group or choir and apprentice with them, or you can be part of some new groups and choirs that are being formed. Please contact Marieta at [email protected] for more information.
“As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” - 1 Peter 4:10
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all
circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ
Jesus.” 1Thess 5: 16-18
Do you want to have great discussions about the faith? Unite and Verve are youth groups for you!
WELCOME HOME
40 DAYS FOR LIFE
DID YOU KNOW?
1. What does the word “Epiphany” mean?
This varies around the world.
“Epiphany” means “manifestation”. It comes from Greek roots that mean “to show, to display” (phainein) and “on, to” (epi-).
3. When is Epiphany celebrated?
The Epiphany shows that “the full number of the nations” now takes its “place in the family of the patriarchs”, and acquires Israelitica dignitas (is made “worthy of the heritage of Israel”) CCC 528.
2. What is the feast of the Epiphany about?
According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church the Epiphany is the manifestation of Jesus as Messiah of Israel, Son of God and Saviour of the world. The great feast of Epiphany celebrates the adoration of Jesus by the wise men (magi) from the East, together with His baptism in the Jordan and the wedding feast at Cana in Galilee.
An epiphany is thus a time when something is shown, displayed, or manifested to an audience.
In some countries, Epiphany is a holy day of obligation. Where that is the case, it is celebrated on January 6th. In the United States and Canada, Epiphany is not a holy day of obligation, and its celebration is transferred to the first Sunday after January 1st.
spiritual communion
Singers are needed for new music ministry groups in our parish. Three musicians – an organist and two pianists – have responded to our urgent need for music ministry. Now we need singers to join them!
The requirements for being a singer at Masses in our parish are:
- An attitude of service (not performance) reverence and the ability to work as part of a group.
- The ability to carry a tune – you don’t have to have a trained voice, be able to read musical notation, or harmonize, although those abilities are a great help – but you do need to be able to sing on key and have a voice that can blend with others.
- A regular commitment of time - for practice and for your group’s ministry schedule.
- The Archdiocesan requirements for all parish volunteers – the attendance to the Called to Protect 2.5 hour workshop and completing some forms (application, covenant of care) will be needed.
If you do have a trained voice, if you sang in a school or church choir when you were young, if you have ever thought about being part of the music ministry at Mass, or if you appreciate the importance of musical leadership for public worship and believe that those who sing pray twice, please become part of one of the three new music ministry groups or choirs we are now forming in our parish!
Call Marieta at 780-459-3694 or email at:[email protected] for more information.
MUSIC MINISTRY
For further information, please contact Alison Liston by email at [email protected]. To learn more about Jessica’s story, visit the Jessica Martel Memorial Foundation website at https://jessicamartel
The Jessica Martel Memorial Foundation is finalizing construction on Jessie’s House, with plans to open on April 1st, 2020. This facility will offer a shelter from domestic violence to individuals and families within the Sturgeon Region, Alexander First Nation, Edmonton Garrison and the City of St. Albert. Hoping to offer the comfort of a quilt to each client, the Foundation is looking for donations. If you are a quilter, please consider donating a quilt to Jessie’s House.
memorialfoundation.com
The parish has achieved 93% of the goal of $67,000 for the Together We Serve initiative. To date, $62,328 has been raised. The charities that benefit have expressed their gratitude and thank you for your generosity. A year-end financial report will be available next week.
JESSIE’S HOUSE
TOGETHER WE SERVE
May anniversary:Denise and Bob Clarke (45 Years)
You are present in the
Permit not that I should ever be separated from You.
My Jesus, I believe that
Blessed Sacrament.
~St. Alphonsus Maria de’Liguori
I love You above all things and I desire You in my soul. Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. As though You were already there, I embrace You and unite myself wholly to You.
SPIRITUAL COMMUNIONPRAYER
Bible StudyWednesday mornings, after Mass
1st Monday, 6:45 pm
Tuesdays, 10:00 am
Fridays, 4:30 pmCatechism
4th Wednesday, (1st & 3rd deg.) 6:00 pm
Divine Mercy
Liturgy Committee
1st Thursday (4th deg.) 7:30 pm
Catholic Women’s League
Knights of Columbus
April anniversaries:God & Elaine Bredo (42 Years)Ray & Ingrid Brodeur (61 Years)
GOOD FRIDAY COLLECTIONThe Good Friday collection for the Holy Land has been moved to September 14th, 2020, the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross.
Jesus asked St. Faustina that the Feast of the Divine Mercy be preceded by a Novena to the Divine Mercy, which will begin on Good Friday, April 10th. “On each day of the novena you will bring to My heart a different group of souls and you will immerse them in this ocean of My mercy.... On each day you will beg My Father, on the strength of My passion, for the graces for these souls.”For the prayers of the novena and more information visit: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/message/devotions/novena
DIVINE MERCY NOVENA
Although this Holy Week and the Easter season look different, there are many ways we can celebrate at home:
- make hot cross buns for Good Friday- make resurrection rolls for a treat on Easter Sunday- continue to watch and participate in live stream services- make Easter cards and drop on doorsteps for family, friends and godparents- help your parents cook and serve Easter dinner
https://beaheart.com/blogs/blog/holy-week-at-home-free-resource
- print off and use colouring sheets from links below to decorate your house
https://catholicfamilycrate.com/products/holy-week-at-home-success-kit
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Prayer:
In light of recent restrictions on our faith practices, here are some ideas or ways to continue your faith at home, while still respecting social distancing:
Continue your prayer life, first thing in the morning, mealtimes and before bed. All are easy ways to incorporate more prayer into your daily life.
TRIDUUM & EASTER SEASON PRACTICES
- make an Easter centrepiece
Holy Saturday:
- watch a movie on the Passion of the Lord
- make an Easter door wreath, use plenty of white!
- greet each other with “He is Risen, Alleluia!”
- have a simple meal
- listen to Alleluia and other appropriate Easter music
- fast from food, electronics and other things to focus on Jesus’ passion
Good Friday:
Easter Sunday:
Octave of Easter (8 days including and following Easter Sunday):
- sing “Were You There?” and other traditional Good Friday hymns
- drive by Churches for social distancing “adoration”
- listen to Alleluia and other appropriate Easter music
- pray the Regina Caeli prayer
- decorate Easter eggs
- wash each other’s feet
- observe a plain cross in your home
- bake Easter bread
- greet each other with “He is Risen, Alleluia!”- eat a meal as a family in formal clothing
- enjoy meat on Friday
Holy Thursday:
- start the Divine Mercy novena
- enjoy desserts
Please prayerfully discern continuing your donations especially during the Easter season. Thank you to all those who have continued to remember the parish in their donations.
EASTER SUNDAYDONATIONS
Login to FORMED through the following link: holyfamilyparish.formed.org to create your own account.
FORMED
The Archbishop will be
https://www.ewtn.com/tv/shows/sunday-mass-live
Salt and Light has Masses at: https://saltandlighttv.org/mass
Although currently attending Mass in person is not allowed, we are all strongly encouraged to attend virtually.
EWTN has Masses at:
live streaming Sunday Masses at: http://caedm.ca/
MASS
I am also providing two prayers to Our Lady that you can recite at the end of the Rosary, and that I myself will pray in the month of May, in spiritual union with all of you. I include them with this letter so that they are available to everyone.
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Rome, Saint John Lateran, 25 April 2020, Feast of Saint Mark the Evangelist~ Pope Francis
The month of May is here, a time when the People of God express with particular intensity their love and devotion for the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is traditional in this month to pray the Rosary at home within the family. The restrictions of the pandemic have made us come to appreciate all the more this “family” aspect, also from a spiritual point of view.
For this reason, I want to encourage everyone to rediscover the beauty of praying the Rosary at home in the month of May. This can be done either as a group or individually; you can decide according to your own situations, making the most of both opportunities. The key to doing this is always simplicity, and it is easy also on the internet to find good models of prayers to follow.
Dear brothers and sisters, contemplating the face of Christ with the heart of Mary our Mother will make us even more united as a spiritual family and will help us overcome this time of trial. I keep all of you in my prayers, especially those suffering most greatly, and I ask you, please, to pray for me. I thank you, and with great affection I send you my blessing.
LETTER OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS TO THE FAITHFUL FOR THE MONTH OF MAY 2020
Help us, Mother of Divine Love, to conform ourselves to the will of the Father and to do what Jesus tells us. For he took upon himself our suffering, and burdened himself with our sorrows to bring us, through the cross, to the joy of the Resurrection. Amen.
First Prayer
We entrust ourselves to you, Heath of the Sick, who, at the foot of the cross, were united with Jesus’ suffering, and persevered in your faith.
We fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of God; Do not despise our petitions in our necessities, but deliver us always from every danger, O glorious and Blessed Virgin.
“Protectress of the Roman people” you know our needs, and we know that you will provide, so that, as at Cana in Galilee, joy and celebration may return after this time of trial.
O Mary, You shine continuously on our journey as a sign of salvation and hope.
“We fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of God”.
Support national leaders, that with wisdom, solitude and generosity they may come to the aid of those lacking the basic necessities of life and may devise social and economic solutions inspired by farsightedness and solidarity.
In the present tragic situation, when the world is prey to suffering and anxiety, we fly to you, Mother of God and our Mother, and seek refuge under your protection.
Mother of God and our Mother, pray for us to God, the Father of mercies, that this great suffering may end and that hope and peace may dawn anew. Plead with your divine Son, as you did at Cana, so that the families of the sick and the victims be comforted, and their hearts be opened to confidence and trust.
Be close to those who assist the sick night and day, and to priests who, in their pastoral concern and fidelity to the Gospel, are trying to help and support everyone.
Second Prayer
Virgin Mary, turn your merciful eyes towards us amid this coronavirus pandemic. Comfort those who are distraught and mourn their loved ones who have died, and at times are buried in a way that grieves them deeply. Be close to those who are concerned for their loved ones who are sick and who, in order to prevent the spread of the disease, cannot be close to them. Fill with hope those who are troubled by the uncertainty of the future and the consequences for the economy and employment.
Blessed Virgin, illumine the minds of men and women engaged in scientific research, that they may find effective solutions to overcome this virus.
Protect those doctors, nurses, health workers and volunteers who are on the frontline of this emergency, and are risking their lives to save others. Support their heroic effort and grant them strength, generosity and continued health.
Mary Most Holy, stir our consciences, so that the enormous funds invested in developing and stockpiling arms will instead be spent on promoting effective research on how to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.
Beloved Mother, help us realize that we are all members of one great family and to recognize the bond that unites us, so that, in a spirit of fraternity and solidarity, we can help to alleviate countless situations of poverty and need. Make us strong in faith, persevering in service, constant in prayer.
Mary, Consolation of the afflicted, embrace all your children in distress and pray that God will stretch out his all-powerful hand and free us from this terrible pandemic, so that life can serenely resume its normal course.
To you, who shine on our journey as a sign of salvation and hope, do we entrust ourselves, O Clement, O Loving, O Sweet Virgin Mary. Amen.
Needed: construction paper (all colours), lined paper, pencils, pens, pencil crayons, markers, sharpeners, erasers, mixing bowls, thin cutting boards, scrubbers, J cloths, sewing machines, baby and toddler clothes, fur and leather pieces or coats, embroidery thread, yarn, thread, notions, sewing machine needles,
Ladies, if you are bored with all of this isolation and “staying home”, how about knitting a prayer shawl?
587-290-0090.
I would be happy to deliver wool and directions to your mailbox! Prayer shawls can bring comfort to anyone at this time, be it an illness, a bereavement, a new baby or just plain comfort, as every stitch is a prayer for the person who will be receiving the shawl. When done, they are available from our parish office and Fr. Jozef will kindly bless them. Please call Rachelle at
PRAYER SHAWLS
Talk together as a family about whether people outside of your family recognize common traits of your family. Are there physical resemblances that people recognize and so know each individual as a member of your family? Are there mannerisms that are shared by members of your family? What are some common interests and work that people might associate with your family? As you read today’s Gospel, John 14:1-12, keep in mind that members of the same family share many characteristics, even though each person in the family is an individual. What does Jesus tell His disciples about His relationship with the Father? The relationship between the Father and Jesus is so close that Jesus says that those who have seen and known Jesus have also seen and known the Father. Jesus promises His disciples that because of their faith in Him and in the Father, they too will be able to do the work of the Father as Jesus did. End your discussion by praying together that others will recognize in your family the work of the Father. Pray together the Lord’s Prayer.
Members of the same family often bear close resemblances to one another. Sometimes physical resemblances are shared within a family, but often the similarities are behavioral characteristics and mannerisms. We hear this observation affirmed through a number of common phrases: “He’s a chip off the old block” or “She’s her mother’s daughter.” Today’s Gospel points to a mystery of faith that might be examined in light of these familial relationships. In Jesus we see and know the Father. Likewise, the Father is known through the life and work of the Son, Jesus.
SUNDAY REFLECTION
With Masses ongoing, we have a very willing parishioner making masks. If this is something you would be interested in buying, please call the parish office to be added to the list. Once your masks are completed, you will be contacted for their pickup and can make payment through the office. Masks are $10 each. All money collected will be donated back to the parish. Thank you for your support.
MASKS AVAILABLE
as pictured on the top
You can come and see the
I encourage and welcome your suggestions. Please remember no more than 50 people are allowed in the Church at any given time.
painting and contemplate its possible placement in the Church.
Let us pray that this pandemic
pray for us.will pass. Holy Family of Nazareth,
of the bulletin.
The Icon of the Holy Family has arrived,
left-hand corner of the front page
GOOD NEWS
14 days.This includes not attending Mass.
Please remember that if you have travelled anywhere outside the country, you are required to self-isolate for
OUT OF COUNTRY TRAVEL
There are many different types of volunteers needed:
Point of Entry Person - 2
Ushers - 2
email: [email protected]
Lector - 1
Mass Safety Co-ordinator - 1
Please carefully consider if you can donate your time and talents to our parish.
Due to the increase in numbers now able to attend Masses, we need a larger number of volunteers.
You need to complete your
volunteer paperwork and the
Called To Protect training
workshop.
email: [email protected]
email: [email protected]
Cleaning Crew - 2
Eucharistic Minister - 1email: [email protected]
email: [email protected]
Please remember that in order to increase the number of people allowed to attend each Mass, we need more volunteers. Without your help, our parish community will not continue to run smoothly.
MASS REGISTRATION
Please remember the St. Albert Food Bank in your donations. They come to pick up every Wednesday and it is wonderful to see our hamper always overflowing. Thank you for your generosity.
FOOD BANKDONATIONS
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Loving Father,You taught us the importance of service through the many examples set by Your Son, Jesus Christ. Through the words of the Holy Spirit and the grace poured out by You, these wonderful people have heard Your call to do great and wonderful things here at Holy Family Parish. May you continue to care for our Church volunteers and may you shower them with love and many blessings.
If you or your child have been waiting for the following Sacraments (Baptism, Communion, Confirmation, Marriage, Funeral) due to COVID-19, please call the parish office for information on how to obtain all information and paperwork needed.
All Sacraments are again being celebrated, including Confirmation. If your child needs to be confirmed, please contact the office.
SACRAMENTS
PRAYER FOR VOLUNTEERS
� Click on “Continue”.
� If everything is correct, you will get a large green check mark and your ticket reservation will be sent to your email.
For each weekend Mass, registration begins on Mondays at 9:00 am and ends at midnight on Thursdays, or when a given Mass is full, whichever comes first.
� Two weeks of Masses will be listed.
� Select how many tickets you will need (10 maximum/person).
www.pretix.eu/HolyFamilyParish/
� Click on the “Purple ticket button” beside your chosen Mass.
� Click on “Add to Cart”.
� Fill in the blanks with your email, phone number, and attendee name(s).
� If you have selected more than 1 ticket, click the “copy the answers from above”to fill in the other tickets.
� You will be asked to review and confirm your order as well as check the “Confirmation” box affirming that you are healthy and haven’t travelled outside Canada in the last 14 days.
� Click “Continue”.
� Click on “Submit registration”.
� NOTE: IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND A MASS YOU HAVE REGISTERED FOR, PLEASE CANCEL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO FREE UP SPACE FOR SOMEONE ELSE.
� The office will have a list at the Point of Entry desk with names of all who have registered for each Mass. There is no need to bring your confirmation email or tickets.
This process is done simply by going to your confirmation email and clicking on the link that is provided in case of any changes.
� You are now registered!
� If you want to register for the following week’s Mass, just go back in and pick the next weekend’s Mass and follow the steps
VOLUNTEERS
I personally cannot wait until we can hug again!
Friday, July 24th at 5:00 pm for the Mikalonis Family.
11:00 am. Bring your chair, umbrella (in case of rain or heat), hat, mask and drink. There will be some business to attend to and your participation will be needed. At the last meeting, 25 ladies attended...it was great to see you!
CWL Business
Well, with all this rain we are having, I trust your gardens are doing “marvellous”. I hope during this time of respite from all normal activities that you are all well and enjoying the peaceful season. I think the hard part of “physical & social distancing” is the inability of being able to “hug” those we would usually offer a warm embrace. Giving hugs is a way of contact for comfort and care.
There were two Masses said for the following members:
There will be a General Meeting at the Holy Family parking lot on Saturday, August 8th at
Hello Sisters in the League
Friday, July 31st at 9:00 am for deceased member Louise Ryan.
EvelynCWL President
What are the benefits of hugging?
We hug others when we are excited, happy, sad, or offering solace. Hugging, it seems, is universally comforting. It makes us feel good. And, it turns out that hugging has proven to make us healthier and happier.
Blessings,
CWL MESSAGEAUGUST 3rd HOLIDAY MONDAY
5:00 pm Mass is cancelled.
Due to Holiday Monday, the office will be closed on August 3rd as well as the
Please pray for our sick and those who care for them:
Contact: Jerry Stack 780-459-4589
Hodges, Alan
Meister, MaryMikalonis, SandraMitchell,
Delory, HelenDuncan, JohnFedorchuk, HelenFerguson, LisaFischer, Ken
Foster, Brian
Hansen, Michael
Fraser, BrendaFrattin, RobGordon, ShelleyGrant, EdHack, ShannoHamilton, Keith
Holtner, Colin
Kay, EdwardKho, Thomas
Lawson, Monica
Maier, EmiliaMartell, Shelley
Chuck Jr.Nolin, MelissaNgayaan, RufinoPanzeter, KarlPatsy
Healey, Joanne
Stevens, Joyce
Paquette, JosephPerry, DavidPetryshyn, TeddyPollok, JulietteRobertson, DuncanRobertson, TrevorRiopel, PaulSabourin, CindySabourin, RichardShewchuk, BillSokolan, Lena
Willott, DominicZima, Chad
Lafreniere, JeannineLaliberte, Cathy
Stewart, Marion
Lemieux, Douglas
Casavant, Bertha
Hickey, John
Anstruther, Ruth Arcand, GeriArnold, BernieBarteski, DecolynneJoBecigneul, Beatrice Belanger, JeanneBlack, MichelleBoles, OlesiaBrassard, TonyBurrows Whittle,NormaCarey, Louise
Castro, ChericaChampagne, Georgette Charles, DianeD., Matthias
Fischer, SheilaFisher, Nash
MacMillian, HopeLindsay, Carolyn
Swift, CarlTheilade, EarlThurnbeck, LucieTrepanier, Mark
Star of the North Retreat Centerwww.starofthenorth.ca Phone:780-459-5511
ALL MEETINGS ARE CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
ALL MEETINGS ARE CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
To donate, please call the Help Line at 780-471-5577 or email [email protected]. Let us remember the poor! Blessings, Ken Gallagher, President, St. Albert Conference.
ALL MEETINGS ARE CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
The Maritime World. We pray for all those who work and live from the sea, among them sailors, fishermen and their families.
“Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved; for You are my praise."
Jeremiah 17:14
Please debit my bank account for the following monthly amounts:
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Postal Code: ______________ Phone Number:______________________
In the spirit of giving, please consider filling out this Pre-Authorized Debit form and mailing to the parish office or putting it in the basket in the font.
Email: _______________________________________________________
I (we), as the account holder(s), authorize the Catholic Parish of Holy Family and my (our) financial institution, to debit, in accordance with the Rules of the Canadian Payments Association, my (our) account at the branch specified on the attached void cheque, for the purpose of making a charitable donation to our institutions. This authorization is to remain in effect until the Catholic Parish of Holy Family has received written notification from me (us) of its change or termination.
Name (print): _________________________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________
Note: New enrollments and changes will occur on the first day of the following month:
Signature of account holder(s) __________________________________
Regular Sunday Offering _________ Together We Serve ____________
Dated _______________________________________________________
Building Fund ______________
CATHOLIC WOMEN'SLEAGUE (CWL) COMMUNITY EVENTS
PASTORAL CARE
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS (KofC)
SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
POPE FRANCIS’ PRAYER INTENTIONS
1st Sunday of Advent
When Jesus called his first disciples, the Gospel tells us that the fishermen (Peter and Andrew, James and John) dropped everything to follow Jesus immediately. Yet this Gospel tells us little about the prior experience that the fishermen had of Jesus. Did they know him? Had they heard him preach? What kind of person must Jesus have been to invoke such a response? We can imagine that Jesus was a powerful presence to elicit a response as immediate and complete as these first disciples gave.
The Gospel concludes with a description of the ministry that Jesus begins in Galilee. Jesus inaugurates the Kingdom of God with his work. He teaches in the synagogue and preaches the kingdom. His ability to cure people’s diseases and illness is a sign of the kingdom. In Jesus’ ministry, we already begin to see the Kingdom of God among us.
Today’s Gospel describes the beginning of Jesus’ public ministry. In the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke (called the Synoptic Gospels), Jesus’ public ministry begins after his baptism by John the Baptist and after his retreat to the desert where he was tempted by the devil. When Jesus returns from the desert, he hears that John has been arrested.
The first part of today’s Gospel places Jesus’ ministry in the context of the writings of the prophet, Isaiah. Matthew wants to show that Jesus is the fulfillment of the prophecies given to the people of Israel, and he refers to Isaiah to do so. Isaiah says that the Messiah will begin his ministry in Galilee, the land of the Gentiles. When Jesus begins to preach in Galilee, Matthew points to his ministry as a fulfillment of Isaiah’s prophecy, proof that Jesus is the Messiah.
5 pm, 7:30 pm, 9:30 pm, Midnight
December 25th - Christmas Day
December 24th - Christmas Eve
9 am, 11amNo 5:00 pm Mass
December 26th - St. Stephen
December 31st -Mary, Mother of God Vigil
11:00 am ONLY
5:00 pm
Mary, Mother of God9 am, 11am, No 5:00 pm Mass
January 1st -
Christmas Season Mass Times
Encounter Jesus, Engage Disciples, Evangelize the World
18th Sunday in Ordinary Time • August 2nd, 2020
Upcoming Events
Ash Wednesday, 9:00 am & 7:00 pm
Stations of the Cross, 6:30 pm
Trivia Night at St. Joseph’s Seminary, 7:00 pm
HFP & SAP Youth Family Day Event, 1:00 pm at Seven Hills
Monday, February 17thOffice Closed, Family Day
Wednesday, February 26th
Friday, February 28thSoup and a Bun, 5:45 pm in the parish hall
Mass, 7:00 pm
World Day of Prayer Celebration, 2:00 pmSoup and a Bun, 5:45 pm in the parish hall
Friday, March 13thSoup and a Bun, 5:45 pm in the parish hallStations of the Cross, 6:30 pmMass, 7:00 pm
Friday, March 6th
Mass, 7:00 pmStations of the Cross, 6:30 pm
Paper generously supplied byConnelly-McKinley.Thank you.
Contact info: [email protected]
Christian vocations through prayer, living the Word, and brotherhood.
The Sons of St. Joseph is a men's group dedicated to strengthening and supporting men in their
MEETINGS ARE CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
SONS OF ST. JOSEPH
Congratulations
And now there remainfaith, hope, and love; but the
greatest of these is love.
Everyone is welcome!
Saturday, January 18th, Life in the Spirit retreat at 1225 Township Rd. 535 Parkland County. Please bring a bagged lunch, first talk begins at 10:30 am and ends with Mass at 4:00 pm.
MOUNT CARMEL ONE-DAY RETREAT
Volunteers Soup and a Bun
lenten sacrifice, couple hours of time
Monday, March 16th
7:15 pmParish Mission & Penitential Service
Friday, March 20thSoup and a Bun 5:45 pm
Pancake Breakfast after 9:00 & 11:00 am Masses
Saturday, April 11th
Thursday, April 9th
Sunday, April 12th
Friday, March 27th
Palm SundayMonday, April 13thOffice Closed, Easter Monday
Stations of the Cross 6:45 pm
10:00 am, 3:00 pm
Stations of the Cross 6:45 pm
Easter Masses 9:00 am, 11:00 amNO 5:00 pm MassStations of the Cross 6:45 pm
Easter Vigil, 8:30 pm
Good Friday Service,
Sunday, April 5th
Holy Thursday Mass, 7:00 pm
Soup and a Bun 5:45 pm
Friday, April 10th
Friday, April 3rd
Soup and a Bun 5:45 pm
Good Friday Stations of the Cross, 6:30 pm
Holy SaturdayEaster Food Blessing, 12:15 pm
“The Lord is kind and merciful.”
who at the cross took part in Jesus’ pain, keeping your faith firm.
after this time of trial. Help us, Mother of Divine Love,
who has taken upon himself our sufferings
O Mary, you always shine on our path
You, Salvation of the Roman People,
and to do as we are told by Jesus,to conform to the will of the Father
so that, as in Cana of Galilee,
as a sign of salvation and of hope.
we may return to joy and to feasting
and carried our sorrows to lead us, through the cross,to the joy of the resurrection. Amen.
know what we need, and we are sure you will provide
Under your protection, we seek refuge, Holy Mother of God. Do not disdain the entreaties of we who are in trial, but deliver us from
every danger, O glorious and blessed Virgin.
We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick,
A Prayer to Mary from Pope Francis:
My daughter, know without a doubt, and once for all, that only mortal sin drives Me out of a soul, and nothing else. (Our Lord’s words to St. Faustina). Diary 320
DIVINE MERCY MINUTE
Please remember that in order to increase the capacity of our Masses we NEED more volunteers. There is a detailed list of the volunteers required for each Mass inside the bulletin, along with the contact emails for each ministry. Please prayerfully and carefully discern if you are willing and able to help in any of these positions so that we may accommodate more parishioners at each Mass. There is no way to accommodate more than 50 people at each Mass with the current number of volunteers. We are grateful to everyone who has already offered their time and talents.
Parishioners are now being asked to register with a computer or device for weekend Masses on this site: www.pretix.eu/HolyFamilyParish/
VOLUNTEERS URGENTLY NEEDED:
CHANGE IN PROCEDURE FOR REGISTERING FOR WEEKEND MASSES:
For each weekend Mass, registration begins on Mondays at 9:00 am, and ends at midnight on Thursdays, or until a given Mass is full, whichever comes first.
INCENTIVE FOR MINISTRY VOLUNTEERS:
Thank you for your time and service and we encourage many more volunteers to come forward so we can increase the maximum number we can safely accommodate at Mass!
If you are scheduled to serve at a given Mass, YOU AND YOUR FAMILY will automatically be registered and there will be no need for you to go online and secure a space.
LENT 2020
Although we are no longer permitted to celebrate the Eucharist as a community, our expenses remain. Please consider continuing your donations online via Canada Helps or through debit deposit.
GIVING TO THE PARISH
Special CWL occasions are often celebrated with the Eucharist. The CWL motto is “For God and Canada.” Mary is honoured as
Would you like to join women from all across Canada in an organization that can foster and celebrate your Catholic faith?
The CWL is rooted in gospel values and calls you and all members to holiness through service to all people of God. You are invited to join League sisters as you pray for one another and walk the gospel road together.
As a CWL member, you joyfully affirm that God’s presence blesses every aspect of ordinary life, including meetings, volunteer projects and celebrations. Come, join us! Contact: Catherine MacIsaac 780-460-8911 or at [email protected]
You are encouraged to deepen your spiritual understanding and study Catholic teachings - an important CWL initiative.
“Our Lady of Good Counsel.”
HOW CAN I ENRICHMY FAITH?
NO WEEKDAY OR WEEKEND
MASSES UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
To view the Archbishop’s Live stream Masses, as well as other parishes across the Archdiocese, please visit:
http://caedm.ca/PastoralScene/entryid/787/find-a-livestream-mass-during-covid-19-restrictions
THESE DATES WILL RESUME WHEN NORMAL PARISH ACTIVITIES RETURN.ALL MEETINGS ARE CURRENTLY CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
MINISTRY MEETING DATES
All meetings are cancelled until further notice. Watch the bulletin and website for updates.
Funerals and weddings may be celebrated, excluding Mass, only if prevailing medical directives can be followed. Arrangements are not to be finalized without first consulting the Chancery Office.
This should be limited to cases of serious illness.
Distribution of Holy Communion outside of Mass is not permitted.
To limit the risk of spread of the virus, only a priest is to take Holy Communion to the sick.
DIRECTIVES FROMTHE ARCHDIOCESE: OFFICE CLOSED
The Parish office will be closed from April 8th through to April 15th. Please continue to check the website for updates.
7 St. Vital Ave. St. Albert, ABT8N 5K1. Thank you.
If desired, monetary donations can be made by sending cheques to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
SOCIETY OFST. VINCENT DE PAUL
when attending Massit is encouraged to wear
PastorFr. Jozef Wroblewski
Weekend Assistance Msgr. Jack Hamilton
75 Poirier AvenueSt. Albert, AB T8N 6A1Office Phone: 780-459-3694Office Fax: 780-460-4239Rectory Phone: 780-460-2774Website: www.holyfamilyparish.ca
Sunday: 9:00 am, 11:00 am, and 5:00 pm
holyfamilyparish.ca
9:00 am - 12:00 pm1:00 pm - 4:00 pmFriday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Daily MassMonday to Friday:
Weekend MassesSaturday: 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm
holyfamilyparish.ca
9:00 am and 5:00 pm
Contact Emails
youthprograms@
volunteermanagement@
Monday - ThursdayOffice Hours
ConfessionsSaturday 11:00 am - noon
[email protected] [email protected]
Church Information
3) use direct deposit either already set up or by calling the parish office to set up.
Please remember to donate toHoly Family Parish. Ways to donate:
2) press the “donate” button on our website, you can use a credit card.
Thank you to all those who have made or are considering making a donation.
1) use your current envelopes, and place in the basket in the font.
There is no need for a password, this will automatically be deposited into our account.
4) e-transfer to [email protected].
DONATIONS NEEDED
Members of SSVP will be holding a food drive at St. Albert Parish between 10:00 am and 12:00 noon on Saturday, August 15th to help meet the needs of people living in the inner city of Edmonton and in St. Albert.
St. Albert thank you for your donations.
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is grateful for the support given over the years. This year, donations to the Distribution Centre have slowed because of Covid-19 and SSVP is in need of canned and dry goods.
The SSVP truck will be parked in the St. Albert Parish parking lot to receive your donations. With grateful hearts, the Vincentians of