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ARTICLE – The Ultimate Purpose of Human Life – Glorifying GodThe purpose of our existence as human beings is one of the most profound questions of our lives. From the beginning of time, people have pondered the deeper meaning and ultimate end towards which our lives are oriented. The Christian faith offers a unique and sublime perspective that speaks to
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Pastoral Appointments – June 2024
Reverend George Ryan Holly, diocesan administrator, announces the following appointments: Retirement Reverend Timothy MOYLE retires from parish ministry on 30 June 2024. The Diocese extends gratitude and appreciation to Father Moyle and wishes him good health in this new chapter of his priestly ministry. Newly Ordained Rev Mr. Lukas ČASTA,
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ARTICLE – From Near-Death to New Life: A Rural Church’s Revitalization JourneyIn the small rural town a little church called Life Point was circling the drain. Once vibrant and counting around 200 members, it had plummeted to only about 25 people, most of them elderly. The facilities were dilapidated, the finances struggling, and the church seemed to have one foot in
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 4, 2024 (Ferial)Give to the emperor the things that are the emperor’s, and to God the things that are God’s. (Mark 12.13-17) FROM THE DIOCESE Ecclesia The Spring 2024 Ecclesia edition is now available in parishes, or can be viewed on the Diocese of Pembroke website here. Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration
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ARTICLE – Evangelization simply: “Taste and see that the LORD is good!” (Psalm 34:8)Evangelization invites people to encounter Christ in a transformational way, tasting God’s goodness, as expressed in Psalm 34:8: “Taste and see that the Lord is good”. Such approach is essential, as it moves beyond mere intellectual assent to a lived experience of faith. Pope Francis emphasizes that “the primary reason
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 28, 2024 (Ferial)
But many who are first will be last, and the last will be first. (Mark 10.28-31) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At Our Lady of Sorrows Parish, 11 Mohns Avenue, Petawawa, on Wednesday, June 5th from 7-8:15 p.m. Guest speaker: Father Réal Ouellette. All are welcome! Ordination
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ARTICLE – Revitalization of Rural ChurchesDanny Davis is an author who has written several books on the revitalization of rural churches. He has over 40 years of experience as a pastor and has worked with numerous rural churches. Danny Davis is also the founder of “The Rural Church Network”, an organization aimed at providing resources
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 22, 2024 (Ferial)
Whoever is not against us is for us. (Mark 9.38-40) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At Our Lady of Sorrows Parish, 11 Mohns Avenue, Petawawa, on Wednesday, June 5th from 7-8:15 p.m. Guest speaker: Father Réal Ouellette. All are welcome! Pastoral Appointments Reverend George Ryan Holly, diocesan
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 14, 2024 (St. Matthias, Apostle)
You did not choose me but I chose you. (John 15.9-17) FROM THE DIOCESE Victoria Day The Diocesan Offices will be closed on Victoria Day, Monday, May 20th, and will reopen on Tuesday, May 21st at 8:30 a.m. Pastoral Appointments Reverend George Ryan Holly, diocesan administrator, announces the following appointments.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 7, 2024 (Ferial)
If I do not go away, the Advocate will not come to you. (John 16.5-11) FROM THE DIOCESE Bilingual Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At Paroisse Ste-Thérèse, 67 rue Boucher, Témiscaming, on Wednesday, May 8th from 7-8:15 p.m. Guest speaker: Father Réal Ouellette. All are welcome! Ordination to the Priesthood
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ARTICLE – Attracting Converts to the Catholic FaithAn article from the Catholic News Agency titled “Eucharist, Unity, Clarity: What Attracts Converts to the Catholic Church” highlights several key factors that draw people to the Catholic faith. These factors include: The Eucharist: Many converts are drawn to the Catholic Church because of the belief in the real presence
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 30, 2024 (St. Marie de l’Incarnation, Religious)
My peace I give to you. (John 14.27-31a) FROM THE DIOCESE Retirement of Ms. Carole Schryer We wish to inform you of the forthcoming retirement of Ms. Carole Schryer as of May 2, 2024. Carole began her employment at the Chancery in March 2003, and for over 21 years she
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 23, 2024 (Ferial)
The Father and I are one. (John 10.22-30) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At Paroisse Ste-Thérèse, 67 rue Boucher, Témiscaming, on Wednesday, May 8th from 7-8:15 p.m. Guest speaker: Father Réal Ouellette. All are welcome! Ordination to the Priesthood Reverend Mr. Lukas Časta will receive Sacred Ordination
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 17, 2024 (St. Kateri Tekakwitha, Virgin)
This is indeed the will of my Father, that all who see the Son and believe in him may have eternal life. (John 6.35-40) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At Paroisse Ste-Thérèse, 67 rue Boucher, Témiscaming, on Wednesday, May 8th from 7-8:15 p.m. Guest speaker: Father Réal
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ARTICLE – Addressing Low Attendance in ChurchesA recent survey by Gallup found that only 23% of US Catholic adults attend Mass weekly, with a solid half of them seldom or never visiting a church at all. This figure rises to 33% when adding those who attend “almost every week,” but it is still the lowest attendance
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ARTICLE – Fostering a Sacred Atmosphere during the Sunday MassThe Sunday mass is a sacred moment where the faithful are called to enter into the mystery of God’s love and worship Him with their whole being. By creating an environment of peace, prayer, and adoration, the parish can help the faithful and visitors to more fully participate in the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 3, 2024 (Easter Octave)
Then their eyes were opened, and they recognized Jesus. (Luke 24.13-35) FROM THE DIOCESE No Weekly Bulletin Next Week Please note that the next Weekly Bulletin will be the week of April 15th. Ordination to the Priesthood Reverend Mr. Lukas Časta will receive Sacred Ordination to the Priesthood on the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 27, 2024 (Wednesday of Holy Week)
The Son of Man goes as it is written of him, but woe to that one by whom the Son of Man is betrayed! (Matthew 26.14-26) FROM THE DIOCESE Diocesan Office Hours Please be advised that the diocesan offices will be closed from Good Friday (March 29th), Easter Monday (April
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ARTICLE – Jesus is Thirsty for SoulsAs Christians, we are called to be evangelizers – to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with others so that they may come to know Him and experience the transformative power of His love and salvation. As Jesus commands in Matthew 28:19, “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all
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ARTICLE – Praying And Sharing The Good News With God’s Redemptive NamesThe seven redemptive names of God found in the Bible offer a powerful way to pray and to introduce people to the Good News. Each name reveals an important aspect of God’s redemptive plan and the healing, provision, peace and restoration available through faith in Jesus. Meditating and praying with
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 19, 2024 (St. Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary)
Joseph did as the Angel of the Lord commanded him. (Matthew 1.6, 18-21, 24a) FROM THE DIOCESE Message for Lent 2024 Please watch the Diocese of Pembroke Message for Lent 2024 YouTube video given by Father Michael Smith, pastor of Fort-Coulonge, Otter Lake, Vinton and Waltham. Mass of Chrism The
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ARTICLE – Embracing the Call to EvangelizeEvangelization lies at the heart of our Christian faith and practice. Jesus calls us to spread the Good News to all corners of the world. Evangelization encompasses bringing individuals to know the Word of God, participate in worship, receive the sacraments, and work towards leading others to a personal encounter
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