La graine de moutarde a poussé et devenue un arbre.
(Luc 13, 18-21)
DU DIOCÈSE
Ecclésia
Le numéro d’octobre 2020 du bulletin diocésain Ecclésia est maintenant disponible dans les paroisses. On peut également le trouver ici sur notre site Web.
Prières
Pour le repos de l’âme de Margaret McFarlane, la mère du feu diacre Michael McFarlane, qui est décédé le samedi 24 octobre 2020 à l’âge de 98 ans. Portez Mme McFarlane et sa famille dans votre prière.
Dates importantes à retenir:
- Le dimanche 1er novembre – Tous les saints.
- Le lundi 2 novembre – Commémoration de tous les fidèles défunts.
- Le samedi soir/le dimanche matin, les 31 octobre et 1 novembre – Retour à l’heure normale en reculant nos montres et nos horloges d’une heure.
DU CECC
La CECC publie une déclaration en réponse au second dépôt du projet de loi C-7, Loi modifiant le Code criminel (aide médicale à mourir)
Avec l’approbation du Bureau de direction, Mgr Richard Gagnon, archevêque de Winnipeg et président de la Conférence des évêques catholiques du Canada (CECC), a signé une déclaration au nom des évêques du Canada exprimant leur opposition au second dépôt du projet de loi C-7, Loi modifiant le Code criminel (aide médicale à mourir), présenté de nouveau par le gouvernement fédéral le 5 octobre 2020. Lire la suite…
Nomination d’un Administrateur apostolique pour l’éparchie des Saints Cyrille et Méthode pour les fidèles slovaques du rite byzantin au Canada
Le mardi 20 octobre 2020, la Congrégation pour les Églises orientales a annoncé que le pape François avait accepté la démission de Mgr Marian Andrej Pacák, C.Ss.R., de la gouvernance pastorale de l’éparchie des Saints Cyrille et Méthode pour les fidèles slovaques du rite byzantin au Canada. Le Saint-Père a nommé Mgr Kurt R. Burnette, évêque éparchial de l’éparchie byzantin-ruthénien de Passaic (États-Unis) comme administrateur apostolique sede vacante de la même circonscription. Lire la suite…
Nomination d’un évêque pour le diocèse de Sault Ste-Marie – jeudi le 20 octobre 2020
Sa Sainteté le pape François a nommé Mgr Thomas Dowd, évêque du diocèse de Sault Ste-Marie. Au moment de sa nomination, Mgr Dowd était évêque auxiliaire à l’archidiocèse de Montréal. Mgr Dowd assumera la gouvernance pastorale du diocèse actuellement sous la responsabilité de Mgr Jean-Paul É. Jolicoeur, P.H., qui en est l’administrateur diocésain depuis la nomination de Mgr Marcel Damphousse en tant qu’archevêque coadjuteur de l’archidiocèse d’Ottawa-Cornwall le 6 mai 2020. Lire la suite…
Bureau de l’éducation de la foi
Journée de formation
Une journée de formation pour les catéchètes des paroisses francophones ou bilingues du diocèse, samedi le 21 novembre de 9h à 13h à la salle Ste-Croix, 500 rue Isabella, Pembroke. Dîner et rafraîchissements sont inclus. Le conférencier de la journée sera Mgr Guy Desrochers. Cette journée s’adresse aux catéchètes, aux personnes qui désirent le devenir, aux curés, aux diacres, et autres personnes intéressées. Veuillez contacter diacre Adrien Chaput au 613 732-7933 poste 206 avant le 19 novembre 2020.
Catechists Formation Day
A Catechists formation day open to all will be held on Saturday, November 7th at the Most Holy Name of Jesus Parish, 284 Trafalgar Road, Pembroke. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. Formation will continue from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. This will be a great day with a visit from Bishop Guy Desrochers. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. Please inform us you have any food allergies. There is no registration fee, but registration is necessary. To register, please contact Deacon Adrien Chaput at 613 732-7933 ext. 206 by Thursday, November 5th.
Bureau du mariage, de la famille, de la jeunesse, et des jeunes adultes
Diocesan Young Adult Ministry
Next gathering is Thursday, November 19th at St. Columbkille Cathedral for session #2 of NO GREATER LOVE – A biblical walk through Christ’s Passion. Holy Hour from 6-7 p.m. (optional). Session from 7-8:30 p.m.in the parish hall. Come join us and bring a friend.
Carlo Acutis
A 15 year old Italian boy who died of leukemia in 2006 is on the road to Sainthood. On October 10th this amazing teenager was beatified at a ceremony in the town of Assisi and moved one step closer to sainthood. Check out this amazing project he created of all the reported Eucharistic Miracles around the world. He has already been dubbed « the patron saint of the internet. » This work is amazing for a 15 year old. http://www.miracolieucaristici.org/en/Liste/list.html.
Our Lady of the Rosary Family Catechism
Our Lady of the Rosary Family Catechism is an online video catechism course which provides children and their families with the unique opportunity to learn the timeless truths of the Catholic Faith according to the classic Baltimore Catechism. Here is a great way for parents to engage in handing on the faith to their children with the assistance of this wonderful website and it is FREE! 37 lessons which include videos, memory challenges, activities, prayer etc. Check all this out on https://olrfamilycatechism.com . (This site is also listed in the links page of the Pembroke Diocesan website under the Family section).
ÉVÉNEMENTS PAROISSIAUX
Online Zoom Study Courses
Online Zoom Study Courses offered by Fr. Tim Moyle of the Catholic Parishes of the Upper Pontiac on two books: Tuesday evenings on ‘Jesus of Nazareth’ (vol.1) by Pope Benedict XVI, and Thursday evenings on ‘The Screwtape Letters’ by C.S. Lewis. Both courses run from 7-8 pm. If you are interested in participating, please email Fr. Tim at frtimmoylepp@gmail.com and he will send you a link with a Zoom invitation to join the discussion. The ‘Jesus of Nazareth’ course has already begun. The ‘Screwtape Letters’ will begin on Thursday 29 October 2020. Everyone is welcome to participate.
CWL Parish Supper
Annually, the Catholic Women’s League of Our Lady of Fatima Parish host a Spaghetti Supper on the first Sunday of November. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, in lieu of our usual sit down dinner, we will host a pick up event. All sales will be pre-ordered meals. Date: Sunday, November 1st – Pick-up times: Between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. – Place: Our Lady of Fatima Church Parking Lot, Renfrew. Menu: Spaghetti with meat sauce, toss salad, bread and dessert. Cost: $12 for Adults, $8 for children. To order and arrange a pick up time, please call Maureen at 613 432-7388, Nancy at 613 432-5125, or Pauline at 613 432-8313 no later than Thursday, October 29th.
Holy Mass – Extraordinary Form
Holy Mass in the extraordinary form is offered at St Columbkille Cathedral on the first Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. These Latin Masses are in the form of the Liturgy as it was celebrated at the time of the Second Vatican Council—the same form which nourished the faith of many of our ancestors. English translations of the entire Mass are provided. Next Mass – November
St. Matthew the Apostle Parish Supper Cancelled
Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, please note that the Parish Supper at St. Matthew the Apostle Parish Supper, Madawaska, scheduled for Sunday, November 1st will not be held this year.
AUTRES ÉVÉNEMENTS CATHOLIQUES
Ontario State Council – Knights of Columbus
Ontario State Council – Knights of Columbus is excited to share the news that Fr. McGivney, Knights of Columbus Founder, will be beatified on October 31, 2020. For more details and information, please check out their website here.
Gigantic Worldwide Catholic Mom’s Virtual Summit November 13-15!
Sign up for a huge November 13-15, 2020 CATHOLIC MOM’S VIRTUAL SUMMIT (a percentage of your entrance fee goes to Daughters of St. Paul). Choose « all access pass » where you can access all the talks even after November 15 before the price goes up at https://www.cardinalstudios.org/moms-summit-home?ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cardinalstudios.org%2Fa%2F34145%2FGoeb5nXt. Please share with the amazing women in your life!
Catholic Women’s Leadership Foundation – Leadership Program
Are you called to join other Canadian Catholic women learning how your leadership has the power to transform where you work, volunteer, and live? Applications are now available for the 2021-2022 Catholic Women’s Leadership Foundation Program. The in-person and online program, facilitated by the Providence School of Transformational Leadership and Spirituality at Saint Paul University (Ottawa) runs from April/21 to May/22. Visit www.cwlfcanada.ca. Application deadline November 20, 2020. If you have any questions about the Catholic Women’s Leadership Foundation or our program, please contact Neysa Finnie at info@cwlfcanada.ca or 604 813-1612.
AUTRES ÉVÉNEMENTS
Madonna House Publications announces launch of Contemplative Rosary CD. The Complete Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet & Jesus Prayer: Original Music for Contemplative Prayer
Sung by Maryana Erzinger and Fr. Michael Weitl of the Madonna House Apostolate. Act now at pay only $19.95 (regular $24.95). Call Madonna House Publications at 613 756-3728 to order your copy today!
EMPLOYMENT & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Director of Human Resources / Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall
The Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall is looking for a full-time Director of Human Resources to join its team as soon as possible: Details on responsibilities, qualifications, employment details & application information: catholicottawa.ca/employment-opportunities.
Human Resources Assistant / Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall
The Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall is seeking a full-time Human Resources Assistant to join its team. Details on responsibilities, qualifications, employment details & application information: https://catholicottawa.ca/employment-opportunities.
Development Officer / Peterborough Campus Ministry
Peterborough Campus Ministry is seeking full-time Development Officer to join its team. Application deadline: November 3rd. For details on responsibilities, qualifications, employment details, or to submit an application, please contact Fr. John Perdue, Director of Peterborough Campus Ministry at 705 874-1871 or email at vocations@peterboroughdiocese.org.