Young man, I say to you, rise!
(Luke 7.11-17)
FROM THE CCCB
Statement by Bishop Raymond Poisson, Bishop of St-Jérôme-Mont Laurier and President of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops on the Passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II – Thursday, September 08 2022
The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) receives the news of the passing of Her Majesty, Elizabeth II, Queen of Canada, with profound sadness. I join my brother Bishops and all of the Catholic faithful of this country in praying for the repose of her soul and in extending sincerest condolences to the members of the Royal Family. (Read more…)
CCCB Booklet on Pope Francis’ Apostolic Visit to Canada
CCCB Publications will be issuing an attractive booklet containing the speeches and homilies delivered by Pope Francis during his recent Apostolic Journey to Canada.
This booklet will also feature some memorable photographs in colour to remember key moments of the Apostolic Visit, as well as a list of apologies issued by Catholic Church leaders in Canada over the past few years.
Orders can be made by email at isabelleb@cccb.ca by September 15th, 2022.
108th World Day of Migrants and Refugees
“BUILDING THE FUTURE WITH MIGRANTS AND REFUGEES”. On September 25th, the Church will mark the 108th World Day of Migrants and Refugees. It is an occasion to express our concern for the many vulnerable people on the move, to pray for them as they face many challenges, and to increase awareness about the opportunities that migration offers. (Read more…)
The CCCB Submits its National Synod Synthesis to the Holy See
The first phase of the “Synod on Synodality,” listening at the diocesan level, has concluded. Synthesis Reports were prepared by each of Canada’s four Regional Episcopal Assemblies – Western, Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic regions. These four regional reports were then received by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) and used to draft a national synthesis, which has been submitted to the General Secretariat of the Synod of the Holy See on 15 August 2022. The national synthesis document is divided into 11 sections, collectively reflecting on the major themes of this process and the voices heard. (Read more…)
TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION
Terminologies
The Diocesan Action Circle committee would like to familiarize everyone with certain terminologies:
Reserve: Defined by the Indian Act as a “tract of land, the legal title to which is vested in Her Majesty that has been set apart by Her Majesty for the use and benefit of a band.” A result of the definition of reserve land in the Indian Act is that reserve land cannot be privately owned by the band or band members. “Reservation” is an American term.
FAITH FORMATION
Got Life Questions? R.C.I.A. might just be for you!
R.C.I.A stands for the Rite of Christian initiation of Adults. It is a journey for anyone who is interested in becoming a Catholic and growing in the life as a Christian. It is for someone who has never been baptized, or maybe you have been baptized in another Christian faith and wish to know more about the Catholic faith. Maybe you have been baptized and have not received the other Sacraments for your life’s mission. If any of the above apply to you, we would love to help in your spiritual journey. Want to know more about your Catholic faith? All are welcome to join us in exploring this new quest at St Columbkille Cathedral. For more information, please contact Deacon Adrien Chaput at 613 732-7933 ext. 206 or dcadrienchaput@pembrokediocese.com.
MARRIAGE, FAMILY, YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS
Marriage Preparation Program
The Fall Diocesan Marriage Preparation Program is coming up on Saturday, October 15th and Saturday, October 29th, 2022 at St. James the Less Parish, Eganville. Deadline to register is September 30th. Registration is available online at www.pembrokediocese.com, or a form can be obtained from any parish and mailed in. Inquiries can be directed to Yvette Bourque at yvettebourque@pembrokediocese.com.
An invitation for married or engaged couples!
Do you struggle to find true, quality time with your spouse? Do you struggle to find time to pray together, and grow in faith together? Do you want to meet other Catholic couples who share this amazing vocation of marriage? If so – it’s time to level up your marriage vocation with The Catholic Date Night. The Catholic Date Night is a monthly, virtual event for married or engaged Catholic couples, hosted by music ministers, Jesse and Kathleen LeBlanc (Found Together).
Each night you will enjoy:
- A powerful, live interview with a Catholic couple sharing about a topic relevant to Catholic marriages
- Time offline to discuss the content with your spouse using guided questions
- Virtual breakout rooms to meet and talk with other couples just like you, from across the country
- A time of guided prayer ministry where you will learn new ways to pray with your spouse
Don’t wait until your marriage is on the rocks to prioritize your relationship. Subscribe to the Catholic Date Night today and be sure that meaningful, fun, and transformative Date Nights are always on the calendar.
Until September 15th, use the code DATES100 to get your first month free and give it a try! Visit www.wearefoundtogether.com/datenights to learn more and follow us on Instagram @TheCatholicDateNight. Consider joining this amazing, growing community of Catholic married couples!
PARISH EVENTS
St. Alphonsus Parish Supper
St. Alphonsus Parish Annual Turkey Supper will be held on Sunday, September 25th from 12-6 p.m. at the Chapeau Arena. Turkey with all the trimmings, homemade beans & pies. Cost: Adults $20 – Children 7 & Older $10. Children 6 & under FREE! Take-out is available. Everyone Welcome! Wheelchair accessible. Fr. Scott Murray & Parishioners welcome you!
Annual Supper and Bazaar to assist Mount St. Patrick Parish
Ham & Beans, Mashed Potatoes, Coleslaw, Pie, and other goodies. The Parish Supper will be held on Sunday, September 25th from 1-6 p.m. at the DACA Centre, 111 Flat Rd. Dacre. There will also be a bake sale tent and car show on the DACA grounds. At St. Patrick’s Church, Mass will be celebrated at noon. There will be a large garage sale held at the parish hall and religious articles will be available in the church sacristy till 4:00. Note: the bridge at Mt. St. Patrick is out. Please detour through Dacre to get to the DACA Centre. Dine in or take-out. Cost $17.00 for Adults and $10.00 for 12 and under.
PRO-LIFE
First Step Options’ 2nd Annual “Baby Bump” Party
Throughout the month of September everyone will have the opportunity to join this virtual baby shower by gifting the Centre with items listed here. For more information, please call First Step Options at 613 635-7440, or email firststepoptions@gmail.com.
First Step Options – Free Community Workshop “Preparing for Postpartum”
On Thursday, September 29th, 2022 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Wesley Community Church, 201 Renfrew Street, Pembroke. Special guest speaker: Christine Raddatz from Renfrew County Doulas. Free registration: fsocentre@gmail.com.
Life Chain
Life Chain is a powerful, peaceful street witness and prayer vigil held every year across North America. We stand silently and prayerfully on the sidewalk. Signs provided proclaim “Adoption the Loving Option,” “Jesus Forgives & Heals,” “Lord, Forgive Us and Our Nation,” “Abortion Hurts Women,” and “Life – the first Inalienable right.”
Bring your whole family! Life Chain goes rain or shine. Lawn chairs, umbrellas and strollers are welcome. Meet at the Festival Hall parking lot at 1:45 on Sunday, October 2nd to collect your sign and greet fellow pro-lifers. Please join us in standing for life!
Sponsored by Renfrew County Right to Life: www.facebook.com/RCRTL.
OTHER CATHOLIC EVENTS
12th Annual Fall Pilgrimage St Joseph Oratory
We are back! Sponsored by Committee of the Annual Pilgrimages for the Dioceses of Ottawa-Cornwall, Gatineau, Pembroke, Mont-Laurier/St-Jérôme and Kingston, on Sunday, October 16, 2022. Stop in the afternoon at the Shrine of Divine Mercy in LaSalle. Please contact Mike Budge at 613 224-8110 or email at mike.budge@bell.net for more details.
Recollection Day for Women
There will be a recollection for women at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Pembroke on Thursday, September 15th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Recollections are like mini-retreats that help you take a break from your busy schedule to think about your life, your relationship with God, and gain a fresh outlook. The day begins with exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and a time of guided prayer, followed by an examination of conscience, confessions, silent prayer, and benediction, and concludes with a talk on a practical aspect of living the faith in ordinary life. You are invited to bring your lunch and stay for a get together afterward. This spiritual activity, inspired by the writings of St. Josemaria Escriva, is entrusted to Opus Dei, a Personal Prelature of the Roman Catholic Church. For more information on the Prelature of Opus Dei go to www.opusdei.org. Should you have any questions, please contact Nadia at nadia.bagshaw@sympatico.ca or 613 584-9388.
Divine Renovation + Alpha Connect Canada
Join us in-person on Friday, September 23, 2022 from 5:45-7:15 p.m. EST at St. Luke’s Parish, 39 Green Lane, Thornhill, Ontario. Doors open at 5 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Go to https://divinerenovation.tfaforms.net/f/DR-Alpha-Connect-Sep23 for more information.
13th Annual Women’s Fall Retreat
“Pray always; Do not lose heart!” on Saturday, October 15th, 2022 from 8:45 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at Heritage Hall, Kemptville Campus, 820 Heritage Drive, Kemptville. Cost: $65 in person – $20 Zoom. To register or for more information, please visit www.womensfallretreat.com.
OTHER
Simple Explanation of the Mass
Check out Simple Explanation of the Mass (frtommylane.com). Special thanks to Fr. Joe O’Malley for this link.
7th Annual Bluegrass Sunday
On Sunday, September 25th from 1:30-5 p.m. at Knights of Columbus Hall, 170 Ellis Street, Pembroke, ON. All proceeds go to “Friends for Life International,” a small Pembroke-based Canadian charity where 100% of funds raised go towards assisting Haitians living under extremely compromised conditions in the Dominican Republic. Cost: $20 at the door. For more information, contact Ron at 819 689-5440, or visit the website at www.friendsforlifeintl.ca.
EMPLOYMENT & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
CCCB – Office and Resource Development Assistant
Under the supervision of the Director of the Office for Family and Life, the Research and Resource Development Assistant [ENGLISH] supports the Office by assisting the Director. For more information, and for a full list of responsibilities and qualifications, click here.
Marianhill Board of Directors
Marianhill is currently seeking several community volunteers to join our Board of Directors. Marianhill operates as a charitable not-for-profit organization founded by the Grey Sisters of the Immaculate Conception and now overseen by Catholic Health Sponsors of Ontario. Our dedicated staff provide long-term care and community services to seniors from Pembroke, and across Renfrew County and The Pontiac.
We are all aware that this is a challenging time to be caring for seniors. Two years of pandemic pressures and Ontario’s aging demographics mean that Marianhill requires a dedicated governance team to help guide the redevelopment and human resource challenges now facing our organization.
If you wish to give back to your community in a meaningful way and this challenge appeals to you, please send your letter of intent to:
Linda M. Tracey, CEO
Secretary of the Board