Take care that you do not despise one of these little ones.
(Matthew 18.1-5, 10, 12-14)
FROM THE DIOCESE
Clergy Appointments
Bishop Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., announces the following appointments, which take effect September 1, 2020, unless otherwise indicated. The Bishop wishes to thank all those who accepted an appointment, and all those who are welcoming another priest into the rectory in whatever capacity. Read more here.
Ordination of Rev. Mr. Michael Coyne
With joy, the Diocese of Pembroke announces that Most Rev. Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., will ordain Rev. Mr. Michael Coyne to the priesthood at St. Francis Xavier Church, Renfrew, on Tuesday, September 8th, the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, at 2:00 p.m. The First Mass of Thanksgiving will take place at St. Francis Xavier Church, Renfrew, on Wednesday, September 9 at 11:00 a.m. Let us keep Michael Coyne in prayer as he prepares for ordination. Please note that, on account of COVID-19, the ordination is by invitation only.
Ordination of Rev. Mr. Michael Coyne
With joy, the Diocese of Pembroke announces that Most Rev. Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., will ordain Rev. Mr. Michael Coyne to the priesthood at St. Francis Xavier Church, Renfrew, on Tuesday, September 8th, the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, at 2:00 p.m. The First Mass of Thanksgiving will take place at St. Francis Xavier Church, Renfrew, on Wednesday, September 9 at 11:00 a.m. Let us keep Michael Coyne in prayer as he prepares for ordination.
Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. becomes Bishop of Pembroke
PARISH EVENTS
Parish Supper Cancellations
The following Parish Suppers are cancelled due to the current COVID-19 pandemic:
- Our Lady of Grace Mission Supper, Westmeath, scheduled for Sunday, August 16th;
- Hedwig Parish Supper, Barry’s Bay, scheduled for Sunday, August 16th;
- Our Lady of the Angels Parish Supper, Brudenell, scheduled for Sunday, August 30th;
- Mary Parish Supper, Wilno, scheduled for Sunday, September 6th;
- Ignatius Martyr Parish Supper, Maynooth, scheduled for Sunday, September 6th;
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish Supper, LaPasse, scheduled for Sunday, September 13th;
- Lady of Mercy Parish Supper, Bancroft, scheduled for Sunday, September 13th;
- Jean Baptiste Parish Supper, Pembroke, scheduled for Sunday, September 20th;
- Alphonsus Parish Supper, Chapeau, scheduled for Sunday, September 27th.
OTHER CATHOLIC EVENTS
Virtual Teen Program
Catholic publisher Pauline Books and Media (PBM) is looking for avid teen readers interested in participating in a pilot run of their new “Pauline Reviewers Program.” Participating teen volunteers have the opportunity to learn to craft a book review for a publisher as they create an official review of a teen title by PBM. Through their review, teens can lend their voice to the world of Catholic publishing, and will earn a certificate that can be used towards high school volunteer hours, resumes, etc. If you have a teen who loves reading or wants to engage in the world of writing and publishing, contact Sister Orianne Dyck ( odyck@paulinemedia.com ) for more information for further details regarding the program and registration.
“Fatima” Movie Release
A new Catholic movie, “Fatima,” will be released in theaters throughout Canada on Friday, August 14. “Fatima” tells the story of a 10-year-old shepherd and her two young cousins in Fatima, Portugal, who report seeing visions of the Virgin Mary. Info: www.fatimathemovie.com.
PILGRIMAGES
Upcoming Pilgrimage to Our Lady of the Cape and to the Shrine of Saint Anne
The 146th annual pilgrimage to Our Lady of the Cape and to the Shrine of St. Anne de Beaupré will not happen on August 8-9, 2020. The pilgrimage has now been rescheduled for September 12-13 or October 17-18, 2020. Pilgrims who have already prepaid for their pilgrimage will be refunded if they cannot be present to either one of these projected dates. The projected dates will depend on the federal, provincial, territorial and public Health governments’ decisions. Our Lady of the Cape, pray for us. Good Saint Anne, pray for us.