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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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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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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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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 12, 2024 (Ferial)
At once the man was made well (John 5.1-16) 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 Mass of Chrism will be
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 5, 2024 (Ferial)
So my heavenly Father will also do to every one of you, if you do not forgive your brother or sister from your heart. (Matthew 18.21-35) FROM THE DIOCESE Daylight Savings Time A reminder that clocks are moved forward one hour to Daylight Savings Time on Sunday, March 10th at
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 27, 2024 (Ferial)
They do not practise what they teach. (Matthew 23, 1-12) FROM THE DIOCESE Pastoral Appointment Reverend George Ryan Holly, diocesan administrator, announces the following appointment: Reverend Christopher SHALLA is appointed administrator of St. Andrew Parish, Killaloe and Our Lady of the Angels Parish, Brudenell, effective immediately. Mass of Chrism The
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 21, 2024 (Ferial)
This generation is an evil generation; it asks for a sign, but no sign will be given except the sign of Jonah. (Luke 11.29-32) FROM THE DIOCESE Phone and Computer Disruptions Please note that there will be phone and computer disruptions at the Chancery Office on Thursday, February 22nd as
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 13, 2024 (Ferial)
Beware of the yeast of the Pharisees and the yeast of Herod. (Mark 8.14-21) FROM THE DIOCESE Family Day Please note that the Diocesan Offices will be closed on Monday, February 19th, and will reopen on Tuesday, February 20th at 8:30 a.m. Mass of Chrism The Mass of Chrism will
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 6, 2024 (St. Paul Miki and Companions, Martyrs)
You abandon the commandment of God and hold to human tradition. (Mark 7.1-13) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At Our Lady of Mercy Parish, 196 Bridge Street West, Bancroft, on Wednesday, February 21st from 7-8:15 p.m. Guest speaker: Father Réal Ouellette. All are welcome! Prayer for the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 30, 2024 (Ferial)
“Little girl, get up!” (Mark 5.21-43) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At Our Lady of Mercy Parish, 196 Bridge Street West, Bancroft, on Wednesday, February 21st from 7-8:15 p.m. Guest speaker: Father Réal Ouellette. All are welcome! Prayer for the Future Bishop of our Diocese Heavenly Father,
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 23, 2024 (Ferial)
Whoever does the will of God is my brother and sister and mother. (Mark 3.31-35) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At Our Lady of Mercy Parish, 196 Bridge Street West, Bancroft, on Wednesday, February 21st from 7-8:15 p.m. Guest speaker: Father Réal Ouellette. All are welcome! Prayer
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 16, 2024 (Ferial)
The Sabbath was made for people, and not people for the Sabbath. (Mark 2.23-28) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration A healing service will be offered at Our Lady of Fatima Parish on Wednesday, January 17 at 7:00 p.m. Guest speaker will be Father Real Ouellette. Deacon Adrien
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 10, 2024 (Ferial)
Jesus cured many who were sick with various diseases and cast out many demons. (Mark 1.29-39) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration A healing service will be offered at Our Lady of Fatima Parish on Wednesday, January 17 at 7:00 p.m. Guest speaker will be Father Real Ouellette.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 3, 2024 (Ferial)
Here is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world! (John 1.29-34) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration A healing service will be offered at Our Lady of Fatima Parish on Wednesday, January 17 at 7:00 p.m. Guest speaker will be Father Real Ouellette.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 19, 2023 (Ferial)
Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you will name him John. (Luke 1.5-25) FROM THE DIOCESE Christmas Holiday Schedule The Chancery Office will be closed from Friday, December 22nd at noon to Monday, January 1st, inclusively. It will re-open on Tuesday, January 2nd. The staff at the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 12, 2023 (Our Lady of Guadalupe)
Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb. (Luke 1.39-47) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, 33110 Hwy 17 E., Deep River on Friday, December 15th from 6:30-7:45 p.m. Guest speaker: Patrick Sullivan. All are welcome!
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 5, 2023 (Ferial)
Jesus rejoiced in the Holy Spirit. (Luke 10.21-24) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, 33110 Hwy 17 E., Deep River on Friday, December 15th from 6:30-7:45 p.m. Guest speaker: Patrick Sullivan. All are welcome! Prayer for the Future Bishop of our
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 28, 2023 (Ferial)
The days will come when not one stone will be left upon another. (Luke 21.5-11) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, 33110 Hwy 17 E., Deep River on Friday, December 15th from 6:30-7:45 p.m. Guest speaker: Patrick Sullivan. All are welcome!
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 21, 2023 (The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary)
The Son of Man came to seek out and to save the lost. (Luke 19.1-10) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, 33110 Hwy 17 E., Deep River on Friday, December 15th from 6:30-7:45 p.m. Guest speaker: Patrick Sullivan. All are welcome!
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 14, 2023 (Ferial)
“We are worthless slaves; we have done only what we ought to have done!” (Luke 17.7-10) FROM THE DIOCESE Archbishop Guy Desrochers Installation Installation Mass on October 18, 2023 for Mgr Guy Desrochers, Archbishop of Moncton, (Abbreviated Version) can now be viewed on YouTube: Installation 18 Octobre 2023 – YouTube
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 7, 2023 (Ferial)
Go out into the roads and lanes, and compel people to come in, so that my house may be filled. (Luke 14.15-24) FROM THE DIOCESE Archbishop Guy Desrochers Installation Installation Mass on October 18, 2023 for Mgr Guy Desrochers, Archbishop of Moncton, (Abbreviated Version) can now be viewed on YouTube:
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 31, 2023 (Ferial)
The seed grew and became a tree. (Luke 13.18-21) FROM THE DIOCESE Prayers For the repose of the soul of Mr. Gerard Bennedict Burchat, father of Reverend Anthony Burchat and brother of Reverend John Burchat, who passed away peacefully on Friday, October 27th at the age of 64. Let us
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 24, 2023 (Ferial)
Blessed are those slaves whom the master finds alert when he comes. (Luke 12.35-38) FROM THE DIOCESE Diocesan Administrator Subsequent to the installation of the Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. as Archbishop of Moncton this past October 18, 2023, the College of Consultors of the Diocese of Pembroke on October
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 17, 2023 (St. Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop, Martyr)
Give alms, and everything will be made clean for you. (Luke 11.37-41) FROM THE DIOCESE Installation of Archbishop-Designate Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R, as Archbishop of Moncton, New Brunswick The Most Rev. Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. will be installed as the Archbishop of Moncton on October 18, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. Ecclesia The
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 11, 2023 (Ferial)
Lord, teach us to pray. (Luke 11.1-4) FROM THE DIOCESE Pastoral Appointments The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., announces the following pastoral assignments: Reverend Kenneth O’Brien concludes his pastorship of St. James, Eganville, Our Lady of Nativity, Pikwàkanagàn, and St. Ann’s, Cormac and retires from parish ministry, effective November 7,
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 3, 2023 (Ferial)
Jesus set his face to go to Jerusalem. (Luke 9.51-56) FROM THE DIOCESE Thanksgiving Weekend The Diocesan Offices will be closed on Monday, October 9th, and will reopen on Tuesday, October 10th at 8:30 a.m. Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At St. Anne Parish, 241 Second Street, Mattawa on Tuesday,
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 26, 2023 (St. Jean de Brébeuf and St. Isaac Jogues, Priests, and Companions, Martyrs)
Those who want to save their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake will save it. (Luke 9.23-26) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At St. Anne Parish, 241 Second Street, Mattawa on Tuesday, October 3rd from 7-8:15 p.m. Guest speaker: Father
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 19, 2023 (Ferial)
Young man, I say to you, rise! (Luke 7.11-17) FROM THE DIOCESE Pastoral Appointment The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. announces the following pastoral appointment: Reverend Stephen Helferty is assigned to spend a year of discernment for the possibility of religious life. Father Helferty does this as a priest in
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 29, 2023 (The Passion of St. John the Baptist)
Give me, here and now, John’s head on a platter. (Mark 6.17-29) FROM THE DIOCESE Mass of Thanksgiving for the Episcopal Ministry of the Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. as the Ninth Bishop of Pembroke Mass of Thanksgiving for the Episcopal Ministry of the Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. as
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 22, 2023 (The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary)
It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God. (Matthew 19.23-30) BISHOP’S MESSAGE Homily for the Feast of Saint Anne in Cormac July 30, 2023 Dear faithful and pilgrims who have gathered here today
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 15, 2023 (The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Special Patron of Acadians)
The Mighty One has done great things for me; God has lifted up the lowly. (Luke 1.39-56) BISHOP’S MESSAGE Homily for the Feast of Saint Anne in Cormac July 30, 2023 Dear faithful and pilgrims who have gathered here today in large numbers to honour Good Saint Anne on her
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 8, 2023 (St. Dominic, Priest)
Every plant my heavenly Father has not planted will be uprooted. (Matthew 15.1-2, 10-14) BISHOP’S MESSAGE Homily for the Feast of Saint Anne in Cormac July 30, 2023 Dear faithful and pilgrims who have gathered here today in large numbers to honour Good Saint Anne on her feast day, I
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 1, 2023 (St. Alphonsus Liguori, Bishop, Doctor)
As the weeds are collected and burned with fire, so will it be at the end of the age. (Matthew 13.36-43) BISHOP’S MESSAGE Message to the Clergy, Religious Communities, and Catholic Faithful of the Diocese of Pembroke July 14, 2023 Dear Brother Priests and Deacons, Members of Religious Communities, and
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – July 25, 2023 (St. James, Apostle)
Indeed, you will drink my cup. (Matthew 20.20-28) BISHOP’S MESSAGE Message to the Clergy, Religious Communities, and Catholic Faithful of the Diocese of Pembroke July 14, 2023 Dear Brother Priests and Deacons, Members of Religious Communities, and Catholic Faithful, On June 26, the first day of a planned short vacation,
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – July 18, 2023 (Ferial)
On the Day of Judgment, it will be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon than for you. (Matthew 11.20-24) BISHOP’S MESSAGE Message to the Clergy, Religious Communities, and Catholic Faithful of the Diocese of Pembroke July 14, 2023 Dear Brother Priests and Deacons, Members of Religious Communities, and Catholic Faithful,
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – July 11, 2023 (St. Benedict, Abbot)
The harvest is plentiful, but the labourers are few. (Matthew 9.32-38) FROM THE DIOCESE Appointment of Archbishop-Designate Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R, as Archbishop of Moncton, New Brunswick – Saturday, July 8, 2023 His Holiness Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of the Most Reverend Valéry Vienneau as Archbishop of Moncton and
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Appointment of Archbishop-designate Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. as Archbishop of Monction, New Brunswick
Saturday, July 8, 2023 His Holiness Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of the Most Reverend Valéry Vienneau as Archbishop of Moncton and has appointed Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, currently Bishop of Pembroke, as his successor. Bishop Desrochers was born on 23 May 1956 in Hull, Gatineau, Quebec. After studying
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – July 4, 2023 (Ferial)
Jesus rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a calm. (Matthew 8.23-27) FROM THE DIOCESE Summer Office Hours The Diocesan Offices will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and will close at noon every Friday from July 4th to September 1st inclusively. News
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 27, 2023 (Ferial)
Do to others as you would have them do to you. (Matthew 7.6, 12-14) FROM THE DIOCESE Canada Day! Please note that the Diocesan Offices will be closed Monday, July 3rd for Canada Day. Summer Office Hours The Diocesan Offices will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 20, 2023 (Ferial)
Love your enemis. (Matthew 5.43-48) FROM THE DIOCESE Walk The Opeongo Line, July 27-30, 2023 Join pilgrims from ages 7-77 in this life changing, 4-day journey from Our Lady of Fatima, Renfrew to St. Ann’s Shrine, Cormac. This will be our 5th year making the 67km walk! It’s an experience
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 13, 2023 (St. Anthony of Padua, Priest, Doctor)
You are the light of the world. (Matthew 5.13-16) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At St. Lawrence O’Toole Parish, 19450 Opeongo Line, Barry’s Bay on Tuesday, June 13th from 7-8:15 p.m. Guest speaker: Father Réal Ouellette. All are welcome! Walk The Opeongo Line, July 27-30, 2023 Join
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 6, 2023 (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 Ordination to the Transitional Diaconate – Mr. Lukas Časta With great joy, we announce the ordination to the Diaconate of Mr. Lukas Časta, a native of St.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 30, 2023 (Ferial)
You will receive a hundredfold now in this age, and in the age to come eternal life. (Mark 10.28-31) FROM THE DIOCESE Ordination to the Transitional Diaconate – Mr. Lukas Časta With great joy, we announce the ordination to the Diaconate of Mr. Lukas Časta, a native of St.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 23, 2023 (Ferial)
Father, glorify your Son so that the Son may glorify you. (John 17.1-11a) FROM THE DIOCESE Ordination to the Transitional Diaconate – Mr. Lukas Časta With great joy, we announce the ordination to the Diaconate of Mr. Lukas Časta, a native of St. Hedwig Parish, Barry’s Bay, on
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 9, 2023 (Ferial)
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. (John 14.27-31a) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Bishop’s Easter Message Bishop Guy Desrochers’ Easter message is available on YouTube at Happy Easter 2023 – Message from Bishop Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. – YouTube or on our official Facebook page at
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 16, 2023 (Ferial)
If I do not go away, the Advocate will not come to you. (John 16.5-11) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Bishop’s Easter Message Bishop Guy Desrochers’ Easter message is available on YouTube at Happy Easter 2023 – Message from Bishop Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. – YouTube or on our official Facebook
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 2, 2023 (St. Athanasius, Bishop, Doctor)
The Father and I are one. (John 10.22-30) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Bishop’s Easter Message Bishop Guy Desrochers’ Easter message is available on YouTube at Happy Easter 2023 – Message from Bishop Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. – YouTube or on our official Facebook page at Diocese of Pembroke | Facebook.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 25, 2023 (St. Mark, Evangelist)
Proclaim the good news to all creation. (Mark 16.15-20) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Bishop’s Easter Message Bishop Guy Desrochers’ Easter message is available on YouTube at Happy Easter 2023 – Message from Bishop Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. – YouTube or on our official Facebook page at Diocese of Pembroke |
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 18, 2023 (Ferial)
No one has ascended into heaven except the one who descended from heaven, the Son of Man. (John 3.7b-15) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Bishop’s Easter Message Bishop Guy Desrochers’ Easter message is available on YouTube at Happy Easter 2023 – Message from Bishop Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. – YouTube or
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 11, 2023 (Easter Octave)
Mary Magdalene announced to the disciples: I have seen the Lord; she told them that Jesus had said these things to her. (John 20.11-18) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Bishop’s Easter Message Bishop Guy Desrochers’ Easter message is available on YouTube at Happy Easter 2023 – Message from Bishop Guy
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 5, 2023 (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) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Homily of Bishop Guy Desrochers for the Chrism Mass Given at the Cathedral in Pembroke, Tuesday, April 4, 2023 The
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 28, 2023 (Ferial)
When you have lifted up the Son of Man, then you will realize that I am he. (John 8.1-11) FROM THE DIOCESE We’ve moved! Please note the Diocesan Offices new mailing address effective immediately is: 284 Trafalgar Rd., Pembroke, ON K8A 5A8. Prayers For the repose of the soul of
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 21, 2023 (Ferial)
At once the man was made well, and he took up his mat and began to walk. (John 5.1-16) FROM THE DIOCESE We’re moving! Please note the Diocesan Offices new mailing address effective March 22, 2023 will be: 284 Trafalgar Rd., Pembroke, ON K8A 5A8. Please note that there will
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 14, 2023 (Ferial)
So my heavenly Father will not forgive you, if you do not forgive your brother or sister from your heart. (Matthew 18.21-35) FROM THE DIOCESE We’re moving! Please note the Diocesan Offices new mailing address effective March 22, 2023 will be: 284 Trafalgar Rd., Pembroke, ON K8A 5A8. FROM THE
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 7, 2023 (Ferial)
The scribes and the Pharisees do not practice what they teach. (Matthew 23.1-12) FROM THE DIOCESE We’re moving! Please note the Diocesan Offices new mailing address effective March 22, 2023 will be: 284 Trafalgar Rd., Pembroke, ON K8A 5A8. FROM THE CCCB Bishops Conclude the North American Continental Writing Retreat
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 28, 2023 (Ferial)
Pray in this way. (Matthew 6.7-15) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP 125th Anniversary of the Diocese of Pembroke Dear Brothers and Sister in Christ, With joy, 2023 marks the momentous occasion of the 125th anniversary of the Diocese of Pembroke. This milestone provides an opportunity to give thanks for the work
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 21, 2023 (Ferial)
The Son of Man is betrayed. Whoever wants to be first must be last of all and servant of all. (Mark 9.30-37) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP 125th Anniversary of the Diocese of Pembroke Dear Brothers and Sister in Christ, With joy, 2023 marks the momentous occasion of the 125th anniversary
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 14, 2023 (St. Cyril, Monk, and St. Methodius, Bishop)
Beware the yeast of the Pharisees and Herod. (Mark 8.14-21) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP 125th Anniversary of the Diocese of Pembroke Dear Brothers and Sister in Christ, With joy, 2023 marks the momentous occasion of the 125th anniversary of the Diocese of Pembroke. This milestone provides an opportunity to give
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 7, 2023 (Ferial)
You abandon the commandment of God and hold to human tradition. (Mark 7.1-13) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP You are the salt of the earth (…) the light of the world! Dear friends, this past weekend, our Lord Jesus used the symbolism of salt and light to help us understand the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 31, 2023 (St. John Bosco, Priest)
Young woman, I say to you, get up. (Mark 5.21-43) FROM THE DIOCESE Ordo Liturgical Calendars 2022-23 (Booklets) Ordo Liturgical Calendars for 2022-23 are presently available forpurchase at the Chancery Office for only $20/copy on a first-come, first-served basis. If interested, please contact Donna Biggs at 613 732-7933 ext. 203
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 24, 2023 (St. Francis de Sales, Bishop, Doctor)
Whoever does the will of God is my brother and sister and mother. (Mark 3.31-35) FROM THE DIOCESE Prayers For the repose of the soul of Mrs. Betty Margaret Barrett, mother of Deacon Christopher Barrett, who passed away on Monday, January 16th in her 94th year. FROM THE CCCB 2023
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 17, 2023 (St. Anthony, Abbot)
The sabbath was made for people, and not people for the sabbath. (Mark 2.23-28) FROM THE DIOCESE Ordo Liturgical Calendars for 2022-23 Ordo Liturgical Calendars for 2022-23 are presently available for purchase at the Chancery Office for only $20/copy on a first-come, first-served basis. If interested, please contact Donna Biggs
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 10, 2023 (Ferial)
His was a new teaching with authority. (Mark 1.21-28) FROM THE DIOCESE Ordo Liturgical Calendars for 2022-23 Ordo Liturgical Calendars for 2022-23 are presently available for purchase at the Chancery Office for only $20/copy on a first-come, first-served basis. If interested, please contact Donna Biggs at 613 732-7933 ext. 203
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 4, 2023 (Ferial)
We have found the Messiah. (John 1.35-42) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Mass of the Dead for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI Please read Bishop Desrochers’ message on the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI here. FROM THE DIOCESE Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, 1927-2022 Please pray for the repose of the soul
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 20, 2022 (Ferial)
You will conceive in your womb and bear a son. (Luke 1.26-38) FROM THE DIOCESE Christmas Holiday Schedule The Chancery Office will be closed from Friday, December 23rd at noon to Monday, January 2nd, inclusively. It will re-open on Tuesday, January 3rd. The staff at the Diocesan Administration Office takes
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 13, 2022 (St. Lucy, Virgin, Martyr)
John the Baptist came and the sinners believed him. (Matthew 21.28-32) FROM THE DIOCESE Ordo Liturgical Calendars for 2022-23 Ordo Liturgical Calendars for 2022-23 are presently available for purchase at the Chancery Office for only $20/copy on a first-come, first-served basis. If interested, please contact Donna Biggs at 613 732-7933
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 6, 2022 (Ferial)
God does not desire the loss of the little ones. (Matthew 18.12-14) FROM THE DIOCESE Chancery Office Closed on December 8th Please note that on Thursday, December 8th the Chancery Office will not be open, as staff members will be involved with the Day of Reflection for Secretaries being held
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 29, 2022 (Ferial)
Jesus exults in the Holy Spirit. (Luke 10.21-24) FROM THE DIOCESE Pastoral Letter from Bishop Guy Desrochers Evangelization and the Reform of Diocesan Structures (dated November 17, 2022). Ordo Liturgical Calendars for 2022-23 Ordo Liturgical Calendars for 2022-23 are presently available for purchase at the Chancery Office for only $20/copy
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 22, 2022 (St. Cecilia, Virgin, Martyr)
The days will come when not one stone will be left upon another. (Luke 21.5-11) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Appeal Letter – Evangelization Collection Please read Bishop Desrochers’ appeal letter from the Office of the Bishop here. The War in Ukraine – A Call to Prayer, Fasting, and Action The
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 15, 2022 (Ferial)
The Son of Man came to seek out and to save the lost. (Luke 19.1-10) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Appeal Letter – Evangelization Collection Please read Bishop Desrochers’ appeal letter from the Office of the Bishop here. The War in Ukraine – A Call to Prayer, Fasting, and Action The
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 8, 2022 (Ferial)
We are worthless slaves; we have done only what we ought to have done! (Luke 17.7-10) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Appeal Letter – Evangelization Collection Please read Bishop Desrochers’ appeal letter from the Office of the Bishop here. The War in Ukraine – A Call to Prayer, Fasting, and Action
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 1, 2022 (All Saints’ Day)
Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven. (Matthew 5.1-12a) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Appeal Letter – Evangelization Collection Please read Bishop Desrochers’ appeal letter from the Office of the Bishop here. The War in Ukraine – A Call to Prayer, Fasting, and Action The war in
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 25, 2022 (Ferial)
The seed grew and became a tree. (Luke 13.18-21) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Appeal Letter – Evangelization Collection Please read Bishop Desrochers’ appeal letter from the Office of the Bishop here. The War in Ukraine – A Call to Prayer, Fasting, and Action The war in Ukraine rages on with
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 11, 2022 (Ferial)
Give alms, and everything will be made clean for you. (Luke 11.37-41) FROM THE DIOCESE No Weekly Bulletin Next Week Please note that the next Diocesan Weekly Bulletin is scheduled for the week of October 24th. Pastoral Appointments: The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., announces the following pastoral assignments: Reverend
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 4, 2022 (St. Francis of Assisi)
Martha welcomed Jesus into her home. Mary chose the better part. (Luke 10.38-42) FROM THE DIOCESE Pastoral Appointments: The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., announces the following pastoral assignments: Reverend Steven BALLARD is granted a health leave as he begins treatment immediately. Please remember Father Ballard in prayer during this
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 27, 2022 (St. Vincent de Paul, Priest)
Jesus set his face to go to Jerusalem. (Luke 9.51-56) FROM THE DIOCESE Pastoral Appointments: The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., announces the following pastoral assignments: Reverend Steven BALLARD is granted a health leave as he begins treatment immediately. Please remember Father Ballard in prayer during this time of illness.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 20, 2022 (St. Andrew Kim Tae-Gŏn, Priest, Paul Chŏng Ha-Sang, and Companions, Martyrs)
My mother and my brothers are those who hear the word of God and do it. (Luke 8.19-21) FROM THE DIOCESE The Synod’s Summary Report of the Diocese of Pembroke In October 2021 Pope Francis launched the path of synodality “For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation and Mission”. Since then,
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 13, 2022 (St. John Chrysostom, Bishop, Doctor)
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
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 6, 2022 (Ferial)
Jesus spent the night in prayer, and he chose twelve of the disciples and named them apostles. (Luke 6.12-19) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Saint Anne’s Triduum in Cormac: The History of the Devotion to Saint Anne + Homily for Sunday, July 31, 2022 Read Parts I to III here: Part
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 30, 2022 (Ferial)
I know who you are, the Holy One of God. (Luke 4.31-37) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Saint Anne’s Triduum in Cormac: The History of the Devotion to Saint Anne + Homily for Sunday, July 31, 2022 Read Parts I to III here: Part I, Part II, Part III. FROM THE
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 23, 2022 (Ferial)
You ought to have practised justice and mercy, without neglecting the others. (Matthew 23.23-26) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Saint Anne’s Triduum in Cormac: Part III of III – The History of the Devotion to Saint Anne + Homily for Sunday, July 31, 2022 The history of the devotion to Saint
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 16, 2022 (Ferial)
It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God. (Matthew 19.23-30) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Saint Anne’s Triduum in Cormac: Part II of III – The History of the Devotion to Saint Anne +
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 9, 2022 (Ferial)
Take care that you do not despise one of these little ones. (Matthew 18.1-5, 10, 12-14) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Saint Anne’s Triduum in Cormac: Part I of III – The History of the Devotion to Saint Anne + Homily for Sunday, July 31, 2022 The Silence of the Gospels
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 2, 2022 (Ferial)
Command me to come to you on the water. (Matthew 14.22-36) FROM THE DIOCESE Pastoral Appointments: The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., announces the following pastoral appointments to take effect September 1, 2022, unless otherwise noted: (Read here). Summer Office Hours The Diocesan Offices will be open from 9 a.m.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – July 26, 2022 (St. Anne and St. Joachim, Parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary)
Many prophets and righteous people have longed to see what you see. (Matthew 13.16-17) FROM THE DIOCESE Civic Holiday! Please note that the Chancery Office will be closed Monday, August 1st for the Civic Holiday. News of the Synod Thank you to all who answered the call to participate in
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – July 12, 2022 (Ferial)
On the day of judgment, it will be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon than for you. (Matthew 11.20-24) FROM THE DIOCESE News of the Synod Thank you to all who answered the call to participate in the Synod on synodality! 160 responses were received, 150 in English and 10
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – July 5, 2022 (Ferial)
The harvest is plentiful, but the labourers are few. (Matthew 9.32-38) FROM THE DIOCESE Pastoral Appointments: The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., announces the following pastoral appointments to take effect September 1, 2022, unless otherwise noted: Reverend Mitchell BEACHEY is appointed Pastor of Most Holy Name of Jesus Parish, Pembroke
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 28, 2022 (St. Irenaeus, Bishop, Martyr)
Jesus rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a calm. (Matthew 8.23-27) FROM THE DIOCESE Canada Day! Please note that the Diocesan Offices will be closed Friday, July 1st for Canada Day. Summer Office Hours. The Diocesan Offices will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 21, 2022 (St. Aloysius Gonzaga, Religious)
Do to others as you would have them do to you. (Matthew 7.6, 12-14) BISHOP’S MESSAGE National Indigenous Peoples Day Today, June 21, is National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations,
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 14, 2022 (Ferial)
Love your enemies. (Matthew 5.43-48) FROM THE DIOCESE 81st Annual Pilgrimage to the Shrine of St. Ann in Cormac, Ontario With Bishop Guy Desrochers, July 28 – 30, 7 p.m. & Sunday, July 31. Theme: “History of the Devotion to St. Ann”. Principal Pilgrimage Mass on Sunday at 11:00 a.m.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 7, 2022 (Ferial)
You are the light of the world. (Matthew 5.13-16) FROM THE DIOCESE 81st Annual Pilgrimage to the Shrine of St. Ann in Cormac, Ontario With Bishop Guy Desrochers, July 28 – 30, 7 p.m. & Sunday, July 31. Theme: “History of the Devotion to St. Ann”. Principal Pilgrimage Mass on
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 31, 2022 (The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary)
Why has this honour been given to me, that the mother of my Lord comes to me? (Luke 1.39-56) FROM THE DIOCESE 2022 Annual Pilgrimage to the Shrine of St. Ann The 2022 annual Cormac Pilgrimage to the Shrine of St. Ann will take place in Cormac, Ontario from Thursday,
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 25, 2022 (Ferial)
When the Spirit of truth comes he will guide you into all the truth. (John 16.12-15) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP The Ascension of Our Lord: becoming missionary in both absence and presence You have heard it in the Gospel of Saint Luke: the Ascension is an invitation to go out
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 26, 2022 (Ferial) Copy
No one has ascended into heaven except the one who descended from heaven, the Son of Man. (John 3.7b-15) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Easter Message from Bishop Guy Desrochers Watch Most Rev. Guy Desrochers’ YouTube message here. FROM THE DIOCESE Donations for Relief Efforts in Ukraine Here are three links
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 3, 2022 (St. Philip and St. James, Apostles)
Have I been with you all this time, and you still do not know me? (John 14.6-14) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Easter Message from Bishop Guy Desrochers Watch Most Rev. Guy Desrochers’ YouTube message here. FROM THE DIOCESE No Weekly Bulletin Please note that the next Diocesan Weekly Bulletin is
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 26, 2022 (Ferial)
No one has ascended into heaven except the one who descended from heaven, the Son of Man. (John 3.7b-15) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Easter Message from Bishop Guy Desrochers Watch Most Rev. Guy Desrochers’ YouTube message here. FROM THE DIOCESE Donations for Relief Efforts in Ukraine Here are three links
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 19, 2022 (Easter Octave)
Mary Magdalene announced to the disciples: I have seen the Lord; she told them that Jesus had said these things to her. (John 20.11-18) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Easter Message from Bishop Guy Desrochers Watch Most Rev. Guy Desrochers’ YouTube message here. FROM THE DIOCESE Prayers Please pray for the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 12, 2022 (Tuesday of Holy Week)
One of you will betray me; another will deny me three times. (John 13.21-33, 36-38) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Sunday Obligation to be restored effective April 9 Read Most Rev. Guy Desrochers’ decree here. FROM THE DIOCESE Diocesan Office Hours Please be advised that the diocesan offices will be closed
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 5, 2022 (Ferial)
When you have lifted up the Son of Man, then you will realize that I am he. (John 8.21-30) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Sunday Obligation to be restored effective April 9 Read Most Rev. Guy Desrochers’ decree here. FROM THE DIOCESE Chrism Mass at St. Columbkille Cathedral The Chrism Mass
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 29, 2022 (Ferial)
At once the man was made well, and he took up his mat and began to walk. (John 5.1-16) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Sunday Obligation to be restored effective April 9 Read Most Rev. Guy Desrochers’ decree here. FROM THE DIOCESE Chrism Mass at St. Columbkille Cathedral The Chrism Mass
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 22, 2022 (Ferial)
So my heavenly Father will not forgive you, if you do not forgive your brother and sister from your heart. (Matthew 18.21-35) FROM THE DIOCESE March 25 – Consecration of Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary On March 25, at 12 noon our time, Pope Francis will
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 15, 2022 (Ferial)
The scribes and Pharisees do not practice what they teach. (Matthew 23.1-12) BISHOP’S MESSAGE The great feast of St. Joseph Dear Brothers and Sisters, On Saturday, March 19, we will once again have the opportunity to celebrate the feast of the good and great St. Joseph, patron of the universal
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 8, 2022 (Ferial)
Pray in this way. (Matthew 6.7-15) BISHOP’S MESSAGES Diocesan Letter to Parishioners for Share Lent Please read Bishop Guy Desrochers’ letter here. Canada, land of refuge for Ukrainian immigrants Dear Brothers and Sisters, The war that is currently raging in Ukraine is an opportunity for us not only to pray
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 1, 2022 (Ferial)
You will receive a hundredfold now in this age, and in the age to come eternal life. (Mark 10.28-31) BISHOP’S MESSAGES Diocesan Letter to Parishioners for Share Lent Please read Bishop Guy Desrochers’ letter here. Becoming saints in 40 days! Dear Brothers and Sisters, Here we are already in the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 22, 2022 (Chair of St. Peter, Apostle)
You are Peter; I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven. (Matthew 16.13-19) FROM THE DIOCESE Pastoral Appointment – February 19, 2022 The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., announces the following pastoral appointment: Reverend Jerry Gauvreau, a priest of the Companions of the Cross, has been assigned
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 15, 2022 (Ferial)
Beware the yeast of the Pharisees and Herod. (Mark 8.14-21) FROM THE DIOCESE Family Day Please note that the Diocesan Offices will be closed on Monday, February 21st, and will reopen on Tuesday, February 22nd at 8:30 a.m. Permanent Diaconate – Retirement Notice Reverend Deacon Michael Doherty, an incardinate permanent
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 8, 2022 (Ferial)
You abandon the commandment of God and hold to human tradition. (Mark 7.1-13) FROM THE DIOCESE Permanent Diaconate – Retirement Notice Reverend Deacon Michael Doherty, an incardinate permanent deacon of the Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall, has retired, and concluded his ministry at St. John Chrysostom Parish, Arnprior in January 2022. Deacon
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 1, 2022 (Ferial)
Young woman, I say to you, get up. (Mark 5.21-43) BISHOP’S MESSAGE Abolishing Borders Dear Brothers and Sisters, Last Sunday’s gospel tells of Jesus entering the synagogue in Nazareth, the place where he spent much of his youth, and reading from the book of Isaiah. This particular passage foretold the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 25, 2022 (The Conversion of St. Paul the Apostle)
Go forth into the whole world. Preach the good news. (Mark 16.15-18) FROM THE DIOCESE Promotional Video of the Synod 2021-2023 Pope Francis has launched the Synod on Synodality, an ambitious global process of listening to the faithful. He is asking every Catholic to help discern what the Holy Spirit
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 18, 2022 (Ferial)
The sabbath was made for people, and not people for the sabbath. (Mark 2.23-28) FROM THE DIOCESE The Synod’s Questions The Synod’s questions can now be answered on our website at https://pembrokediocese.com/article/you-can-now-answer-the-synods-questions-online/. Ontario Restrictions Premier Doug Ford announced a number of COVID-related restrictions. Please note the following for the Diocesan
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 11, 2022 (Ferial)
Jesus taught them as one having authority. (Mark 1.21-28) BISHOP’S MESSAGE Oh, that you would rend the heavens and come down! Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, The Feast of the Baptism of Jesus, which we celebrated last Sunday, brings the Christmas cycle to a close. We are now beginning
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 4, 2022 (Ferial)
In the feeding of the crowd, Jesus reveals himself as a prophet. (Mark 6.34-44) FROM THE DIOCESE The Synod’s Questions The Synod’s questions can now be answered on our website at https://pembrokediocese.com/article/you-can-now-answer-the-synods-questions-online/. Ontario Restrictions Premier Doug Ford announced a number of COVID-related restrictions. Please note the following for the Diocesan
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 21, 2021 (Ferial)
Why has this happened to me, that the mother of my Lord comes to me? (Luke 1.39-45) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP An unusual Christmas! Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, It’s a funny title to use as we approach the great feast of Christmas, considering that it has always been
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 14, 2021 (St. John of the Cross, Priest, Doctor)
John the Baptist came and the sinners believed him. (Matthew 21.28-32) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Message from Bishop Guy Desrochers concerning the resignation of Fr. Justin Bertrand Please read full letter here. FROM THE DIOCESE St. Columbkille 1500th Anniversary Please find the link to the Prayer Service marking the 1500th
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 7, 2021 (St. Ambrose, Bishop and Doctor)
God does not desire the loss of the little ones. (Matthew 18.12-14) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Message from Bishop Guy Desrochers concerning the resignation of Fr. Justin Bertrand Please read full letter here. FROM THE DIOCESE St. Columbkille 1500th Anniversary Please find the link to the Prayer Service marking the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 30, 2021 (St. Andrew, Apostle)
Peter, Andrew, James and John followed Jesus at once, leaving all else behind. (Matthew 4.18-22) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Message from Bishop Guy Desrochers concerning the resignation of Fr. Justin Bertrand Please read full letter here. BISHOP’S ADVENT MESSAGE The Advent season is here! Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 23, 2021 (Ferial)
The days will come when not one stone will be left upon another. (Luke 21.5-11) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Synodal Journey in the Diocese of Pembroke All the diocesan Churches of the world have now entered into a great process called “synod”. Pope Francis officially launched this process on Saturday
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 16, 2021 (Ferial)
The Son of Man came to seek out and to save the lost. (Luke 19.1-10) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Synodal Journey in the Diocese of Pembroke All the diocesan Churches of the world have now entered into a great process called “synod”. Pope Francis officially launched this process on Saturday
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 9, 2021 (The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica)
Jesus was speaking about the temple of his body. (John 2.13-22) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Official Opening of the Diocesan Synod Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, All the diocesan Churches of the world have now entered into a great process called “synod” since this past weekend. Pope Francis officially
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 2, 2021 (The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Soul’s Day))
Whoever serves me, the Father will honour. (John 12.23-26) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Official Opening of the Diocesan Synod Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, All the diocesan Churches of the world have now entered into a great process called “synod” since this past weekend. Pope Francis officially launched this
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 19, 2021 (Ferial)
Blessed are those slaves whom the master finds alert when he comes. (Luke 12.35-38) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Official Opening of the Diocesan Synod Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, All the diocesan Churches of the world have now entered into a great process called “synod” since this past weekend.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 12, 2021 (Ferial)
Give alms, and everything will be made clean for you. (Luke 11.37-41) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Statement Concerning Anti-COVID Vaccines and Vaccine Mandates Please read Bishop Guy Desrochers’ statement here. FROM THE DIOCESE Diocesan Opening of the Synod Bishop Guy Desrochers will officially open the Roman Synod in our Diocese
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 5, 2021 (Ferial)
Martha welcomed Jesus into her home. Mary chose the better part. (Luke 10.38-42) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Statement Concerning Anti-COVID Vaccines and Vaccine Mandates Please read Bishop Guy Desrochers’ statement here. FROM THE DIOCESE Thanksgiving Weekend The Diocesan Offices will be closed on Monday, October 11th, and will reopen on
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 28, 2021 (Ferial)
Jesus set his face to go to Jerusalem. (Luke 9.51-56) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Letter of Exemption Requests Please read Bishop Guy Desrochers’ letter dated September 16, 2021 to priests and deacons of the Diocese of Pembroke here. Statement Concerning Anti-COVID Vaccines and Vaccine Mandates Please read Bishop Guy Desrochers’
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 21, 2021 (St. Matthew, Apostle, Evangelist)
Jesus said, “Follow me.” Matthew arose and followed Jesus. (Matthew 9.9-13) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Letter of Exemption Requests Please read Bishop Guy Desrochers’ letter dated September 16, 2021 to priests and deacons of the Diocese of Pembroke here. Statement Concerning Anti-COVID Vaccines and Vaccine Mandates Please read Bishop Guy
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 14, 2021 (The Exaltation of the Holy Cross)
So must the Son of Man be lifted up. (John 3.13-17) FROM THE DIOCESE Chancery Office Hours A reminder that the Diocesan Offices are now open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Study Day for Priests Please keep our priests in your prayers as they attend their
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 7, 2021 (Ferial)
Jesus spent the night in prayer, and he chose twelve of the disciples and named them apostles. (Luke 6.12-19) FROM THE DIOCESE Clergy Appointments The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers C.Ss.R. announced the following appointments: Due to immigration issues that continue to preclude the return of Reverend Cyril Okebanama, s.m.m.m. from
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 24, 2021 (St. Bartholomew, Apostle)
Here is truly an Israelite, one in whom there is no deceit. (John 1.45-51) FROM THE DIOCESE Deacons’ Spiritual Retreat Day Please keep our Deacons and their wives in your prayers as they prepare for their Spiritual Retreat Day with Bishop Desrochers on Thursday, August 26th. Summer Office Hours The
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 17, 2021 (Ferial)
It is easier to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God. (Matthieu 19.23-30) FROM THE DIOCESE Summer Office Hours The Diocesan Offices will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and will close at noon
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 10, 2021 (St. Lawrence, Deacon, Martyr)
Whoever serves me will be honoured by my Father. (John 12.24-26) FROM THE DIOCESE Residential Schools Learn more about the history of residential schools and Indigenous reconciliation in Canada here. Prayers For the repose of the soul of Sister Pamela Bennett (Sister Rosemary), CSJ, who passed away on Monday, August
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 3, 2021 (Ferial)
Command me to come to you on the water. (Matthew 14.22-36) FROM THE DIOCESE Liturgical Information By Rev. Mitchell Beachey August 9th – Dedication of St. Columbkille Cathedral. This day is celebrated as a Solemnity in the Cathedral itself and as a proper feast in all parishes in the Diocese.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – July 27, 2021 (Ferial)
As the weeds are collected and burned with fire, so will it be at the end of the age. (Matthew 13.36-43) FROM THE DIOCESE Civic Holiday! Please note that the Chancery Office will be closed Monday, August 2nd for the Civic Holiday. Summer Office Hours The Diocesan Offices will be
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – July 20, 2021 (Ferial)
Pointing to his disciples, Jesus said, “Here are my mother and my brothers.” (Matthew 12.46, 48-50++) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP The New Motu Proprio from Pope Francis Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, This past Friday, July 16, 2021, Pope Francis issued a Motu Proprio regarding the celebration of the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – July 6, 2021 (Ferial)
The harvest is plentiful, but the labourers are few. (Matthew 9.32-38) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Catherine Doherty’s insight on evangelization: third of three parts Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Last week, I brought you part two of three of a reflection by Catherine Doherty on the topic of evangelization.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 29, 2021 (Saints Peter and Paul, Apostles)
I will give to you the keys of the kingdom of heaven. (Matthew 16.13-19) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Catherine Doherty’s insight on evangelization: second of three parts Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Last week, I brought you part one of three of a reflection by Catherine Doherty on the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 22, 2021 (Ferial)
Do to others as you would have them do to you. (Matthew 7.6, 12-14) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Catherine Doherty’s insight on evangelization: first of three parts Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Last week, I informed you of my intention to share with you a wonderful reflection given by
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 15, 2021 (Ferial)
Love your ennemies. (Matthew 5.43-48) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Catherine Doherty’s insight on evangelization Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Since its creation at the beginning of the year, and after having received important times of specialized formation, the new diocesan Evangelization Team has been dedicating its energies and time
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 8, 2021 (Ferial)
You are the light of the world. (Matthew 5.13-16) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Statement of Bishop Guy Desrochers Following the recent discovery at the former Kamloops Indian Residential School Read full statement here. FROM THE DIOCESE Announcement Yvette Bourque, Director of the Family Life and Youth Ministry Office will be
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 1, 2021 (St. Justin, Martyr)
Give to the emperor the things that are the emperor’s, and to God the things that are God’s. (Mark 12.13-17) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP The Presence of the Eucharist in the History of Salvation Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Today I wish to share with you a short reflection
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 25, 2021 (Ferial)
You will receive a hundredfold now in this age, and in the age to come eternal life. (Mark 10.28-31) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP A special collection for our diocese and for our retired priests! Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Today I would like to draw your attention to the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 18, 2021 (Ferial)
Father, glorify your Son so that the Son may glorify you. (John 17.1-11a) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP When he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will lead you into all truth Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Next Sunday we will officially close the Easter season with the Solemnity of
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 11, 2021 (Ferial)
If I do not go away, the Advocate will not come to you. (John 16.5-11) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Why are you standing there looking at the sky? Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, An old woman once entered a small church on the feast of the Ascension. As she
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 4, 2021 (Ferial)
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. (John 14.27-31a) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Thirty days of prayers to Mary… with our Holy Father! Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Pope Francis has surprised us again this year with a new initiative that will, I hope, stimulate
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 27, 2021 (Ferial)
The Father and I are one. (John 10.22-30) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Feast of St. Joseph the Worker – May 1st I would like to remind the clergy and faithful of our Diocese that this coming Saturday, May 1, on the feast of St. Joseph the Worker, all Diocesan Masses
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 20, 2021 (Ferial)
It was not Moses who gave you the bread from heaven, but it is my Father who gives you the true bread from heaven. (John 6.30-35) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Finding peace in the midst of new COVID restrictions and confinement Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Since the beginning
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 13, 2021 (Ferial)
No one has ascended into heaven except the one who descended from heaven, the Son of Man. (John 3.7b-15) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Love, Mercy and Justice are one! Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, We had the privilege of celebrating the Feast of the Divine Mercy at the Cathedral
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 6, 2021 (Easter Octave)
Mary Magdalene announced to the disciples: “I have seen the Lord”; she told them that Jesus had said these things to her. (John 20.11-18) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP A passage that leads to a new life. Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, We have had many passages in our lives:
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 30, 2021 (Tuesday of Holy Week)
One of you will betray me; another will deny me three times. (John 13.21-33, 36-38) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Let us enter the great mystery of Holy Week Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, How quickly time passes! Here we are already immersed once again in the great mystery of
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 23, 2021 (Ferial)
When you have lifted up the Son of Man, then you will realize that I am he. (John 8.21-30) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Bishop’s Appeal for Evangelization Project Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, The great project of evangelization that we have undertaken for some time for our diocese and
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 16, 2021 (Ferial)
At once the man was made well, and he took up his mat and began to walk. (John 5.1-16) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Share Love, Share Lent Campaign under way! Dear Lay Faithful, Inspired by Pope Francis’s newest encyclical, Fratelli Tutti, this year Development and Peace’s Lenten campaign, Share Love,
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 9, 2021 (Ferial)
So my heavenly Father will not forgive you, if you do not forgive your brother or sister from your heart. (Matthew 23.1-12) LETTER FROM THE BISHOP Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Healthcare professionals need our prayers and support. The federal government is about to expand assisted suicide across Canada.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 2, 2021 (Ferial)
The scribes and Pharisees do not practice what they teach. (Matthew 23.1-12) FROM THE DIOCESE Share Love, Share Lent & Relaunch of the Development and Peace Diocesan Council Join us and Bishop Guy Desrochers to explore the Share Love, Share Lent Campaign and relaunch the Development & Peace Pembroke Diocesan
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 23, 2021 (Ferial)
Pray in this way. (Matthew 6. 7-15) FROM THE DIOCESE Share Love, Share Lent & Relaunch of the Development and Peace Diocesan Council Join us and Bishop Guy Desrochers to explore the Share Love, Share Lent Campaign and relaunch the Development & Peace Pembroke Diocesan Council on Saturday, February 27th,
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 16, 2021 (Ferial)
Beware the yeast of the Pharisees and Herod. (Mark 8. 14-21) FROM THE DIOCESE Pastoral Appointments Bishop Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., announces the following pastoral appointments: John Burchat is appointed Episcopal Vicar for the Anglophones of the diocese. Réal Ouellette is appointed Episcopal Vicar for the Francophones of the diocese. These
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 9, 2021 (Ferial)
You abandon the commandment of God and hold to human tradition. (Luke 2. 22-40) FROM THE DIOCESE Chronicle from Bishop Guy Desrochers Click here to read Bishop Guy’s chronicles. His latest chronicle: Pope Francis creates a new ecclesial entity called CHARIS. MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP XXIX World Day of the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 2, 2021 (The Presentation of the Lord)
My eyes have seen your salvation. (Luke 2. 22-40) FROM THE DIOCESE Diocesan Offices Closed In keeping with the stay-at-home order issued by Premier Doug Ford, the chancery office is closed until further notice. The chancery staff will work from home, and can generally be reached by email. NEW! Chronicle
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 26, 2021 (St. Timothy and St. Titus, Bishops)
Whoever does the will of God is my brother and sister and mother. (Mark 3. 31.35) FROM THE DIOCESE Diocesan Offices Closed In keeping with the stay-at-home order issued by Premier Doug Ford, the chancery offices have been officially closed since Thursday, January 14th. The chancery staff will work from
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 19, 2021 (Ferial)
The sabbath was made for people, and not people for the sabbath. (Mark 2. 23-28) FROM THE DIOCESE Diocesan Offices Closed In keeping with the stay-at-home order issued by Premier Doug Ford, the chancery offices have been officially closed since Thursday, January 14th. The chancery staff will work from home,
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 12, 2021 (St. Marguerite Bourgeoys, Virgin)
His was a new teaching with authority. (Mark 1. 21-28) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Dear clergy and faithful, The liturgical time of Christmas has already ended this past Sunday with the feast of the Baptism of Our Lord Jesus, to make way for so-called “Ordinary Time”. This feast reminds us
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 5, 2021 (Ferial)
In the feeding of the crowd, Jesus reveals himself as a prophet. (Mark 6. 34-44) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Dear clergy and faithful, We have just celebrated the great feast of the Epiphany. From now on, God’s salvation becomes universal, for He is no longer reserved only for the people
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 22, 2020 (Ferial)
The Mighty One has done great things for me. (Luke 1.46-56) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Dear clergy and faithful, Today a Saviour is born to you! Who would have believed or even imagined that one day the Creator of the universe would choose to stoop down to become a tiny
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 15, 2020 (Ferial)
John the Baptist came and the sinners believed him. (Matthew 21.28-32) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Dear clergy and faithful, Today, I would like to draw your attention to the decree that Pope Francis issued last week dedicating a “special year of St. Joseph”. This year will take place from December
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 8, 2020 (The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary)
Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with you. (Luke 1.26-38) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Dear clergy and faithful, Today, the Catholic Church has reason to rejoice, for she celebrates the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary! A few centuries after the death and resurrection of
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 1, 2020 (Ferial)
[save_as_pdf_pdfcrowd page_size=’letter’ button_background_color=’red’] Jesus exults in the Holy Spirit. (Luke 10.21-24) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Dear clergy and faithful, The time of Advent (from the Latin “adventus” meaning “coming, dawn“) has just begun. For the next four weeks, we have a golden opportunity to prepare ourselves inwardly for the Saviour’s
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 24, 2020 (St. Andrew Dũng-Lac, Priest and Companions, Martyrs)
The days will come when not one stone will be left upon another. (Luke 21.5-11) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Dear clergy and faithful, We have just celebrated the feast of Christ, King of the Universe this weekend. This great feast comes to close the whole cycle of the current liturgical
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 17, 2020 (St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Religious)
The Son of Man came to seek out and to save the lost. (Luke 19.1-10) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Dear faithful and clergy, I would like to take this opportunity to invite you to participate in “Red Wednesday in Canada” on Wednesday, November 18, 2020. This is an initiative offered
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 10, 2020 (St. Leo the Great, Pope, Doctor)
We are worthless slaves; we have done only what we ought to have done! (Luke 17.7-10) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Dear faithful and clergy, During the last week of October 2020, two statements by Pope Francis concerning homosexuals made headlines around the world: “Homosexuals have the right to be in
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – November 3, 2020 (Ferial)
Go out into the roads and lanes, and compel people to come in, so that my house may be filled. (Luke 14.15-24) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Dear faithful and clergy, Since my official arrival on July 3rd, I have had to spend a lot of time studying, consulting, and understanding
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 27, 2020 (Ferial)
The seed grew and became a tree. (Luke 13.18-21) FROM THE DIOCESE Ecclesia The October 2020 issue of the Diocesan newsletter, Ecclesia, is now available in parishes. It is also available here on the Diocesan website. Prayers For the repose of the soul of Mrs. Magdalen Helen “Margaret” McFarlane, mother
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 20, 2020 (Ferial)
Blessed are those slaves whom the master finds alert when he comes. (Luke 12.35-38) FROM THE DIOCESE Prayers For the repose of the soul of Mrs. Laura Tomasini, grandmother of Rev. Anthony Burchat, who passed away on Tuesday, October 13th. Please also pray for the consolation of Father Burchat and the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 13, 2020 (Ferial)
Give alms, and everything will be made clean for you. (Luke 11.37-41) FROM THE DIOCESE Pastoral Appointment Most Rev. Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R, announced that Rev. Anthony Burchat was appointed to Parochial Vicar at St. Columbkille Cathedral. This appointment took effect October 1, 2020. Pastoral Appointment Rev. William J. Kenney will
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 6, 2020 (Ferial)
Martha welcomed Jesus into her home. Mary chose the better part. (Luke 10.38-42) FROM THE DIOCESE Thanksgiving Weekend The Diocesan Offices will be closed on Monday, October 12th, and will reopen on Tuesday, October 13th at 8:30 a.m. Pastoral Appointment Most Rev. Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R, announced that Rev. Anthony Burchat
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 29, 2020 (St. Michael, St. Gabriel, St. Raphael, Archangels)
You will see the Son of Man, with angels ascending and descending upon him. (John 1.47-51) FROM THE DIOCESE Pastoral Appointment Most Rev. Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R, announces that Rev. Anthony Burchat is appointed to Parochial Vicar at St. Columbkille Cathedral. This appointment takes effect October 1, 2020. Pastoral Appointment Rev.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 22, 2020 (Ferial)
My mother and my brothers are those who hear the word of God and do it. (Luke 8. 19-21) FROM THE DIOCESE New Office Hours Please note that the Diocesan Offices are now open from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Bishop Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. Installation Video Bishop
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 15, 2020 (Our Lady of Sorrows)
Simeon told Mary, “A sword will pierce your soul.” (Luke 2.33-35) FROM THE DIOCESE New Office Hours Please note that the Diocesan Offices are now open from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Bishop Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. Installation Video Bishop Desrochers’ installation video from July 3rd can now
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 8, 2020 (The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary)
Joseph, it is the Holy Spirit who has given Mary a child. (Matthew 1.18-23) FROM THE DIOCESE New Office Hours Please note that the Diocesan Offices are now open from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Ecclesia The deadline for submissions for the next issue of Ecclesia is
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 1, 2020
I know who you are, the Holy One of God. (Luke 4.31-37) FROM THE DIOCESE Labour Day Please be advised that the Diocesan Offices will be closed Labour Day, Monday, September 7th Ecclesia The deadline for submissions for the next issue of Ecclesia is September 8th. All submissions are welcome.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 25, 2020
You ought to have practised justice and mercy, without neglecting the others. (Matthew 23.23-26) FROM THE DIOCESE Bishop Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. Installation Video Bishop Desrochers’ installation video from July 3rd can now be found on our website here. Clergy Appointments Bishop Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., announces the following appointments, which take
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 11, 2020
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
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 4, 2020
Every plant my heavenly Father has not planted will be uprooted. (Matthew 15.1-2, 10-14) FROM THE DIOCESE Summer Office Hours The Diocesan Offices will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and will close at noon every Friday until September 4th. Clergy Appointments Bishop Guy Desrochers,
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – July 28, 2020
As the weeds are collected and burned with fire, so will it be at the end of the age. (Matthew 13.36-43) FROM THE DIOCESE Summer Office Hours The Diocesan Offices will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and will close at noon every Friday until
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – July 21, 2020
Pointing to his disciples, Jesus said, “Here are my mother and my brothers. (Matthew 12.46, 48-50) FROM THE DIOCESE Chancery Office Reopening Bishop Desrochers announced that the chancery office will reopen on Monday, July 20th. Office hours will be the regular summer hours: Mondays to Thursdays from 9:00 to 4:00
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – July 14, 2020
July 14, 2020 – Ferial On the day of judgment, it will be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon than for you. (Matthew 11.20-24) FROM THE DIOCESE Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. becomes Bishop of Pembroke Read article here. Masks mandatory in Renfrew County beginning the week of July 13: Non-surgical masks
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – July 7, 2020
July 7, 2020 – Ferial The harvest is plentiful, but the labourers are few. (Matthew 9.32-38) FROM THE DIOCESE Masks mandatory in Renfrew County beginning the week of July 13: Non-surgical masks become mandatory in certain enclosed spaces (including churches) in Renfrew County the week of July 13. Exceptions include
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 30, 2020
June 30, 2020 – Ferial Jesus rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a calm. (Matthew 8.23-27) FROM THE DIOCESE Installation as Bishop of Pembroke Bishop Guy Desrochers will be installed as Bishop of Pembroke on July 3rd. On account of the restrictions necessitated by COVID-19, this will
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 23, 2020
June 23, 2020 – Ferial Do to others as you would have them do to you. (Matthew 7.6, 12-14) FROM THE DIOCESE Installation as Bishop of Pembroke: Bishop Guy Desrochers will be installed as Bishop of Pembroke on July 3rd. On account of the restrictions necessitated by COVID-19, this will
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 16, 2020
June 16, 2020 – Ferial Love your enemies. (Matthew 5.43-48) FROM THE DIOCESE Father’s Day – June21st Let us pray for those men who, in general, were the first male role models in our lives. Installation as Bishop of Pembroke: Bishop Guy Desrochers will be installed as Bishop of Pembroke
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 9, 2020
June 9, 2020 – St. Columbkille, Abbot, titular of the Cathedral and principal patron of the Diocese You are the light of the world. (Matthew 5.13-16) FROM THE DIOCESE Announcement from Archbishop Mulhall – June 8, 2020 Safe Opening of Parishes, click here. Installation as Bishop of Pembroke: Bishop Guy
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 2, 2020
June 2, 2020 – 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 Installation as Bishop of Pembroke Bishop Guy Desrochers will be installed as Bishop of Pembroke on July 3rd. On account of the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 26, 2020
May 26, 2020 – Memorial – St. Philip Neri, Priest Father, glorify your Son so that the Son may glorify you. (John 17.1-11a) FROM THE DIOCESE Bishop Appointed for the Diocese of Pembroke – Wednesday, May 6, 2020 His Holiness Pope Francis appointed the Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., Bishop
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 19, 2020
May 19, 2020 – Ferial If I do not go away, the Advocate will not come to you. (John 16.5-11) FROM THE DIOCESE Bishop Appointed for the Diocese of Pembroke – Wednesday, May 6, 2020 His Holiness Pope Francis appointed the Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., Bishop of the Diocese
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 12, 2020
May 12, 2020 – Ferial Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. (John 14.27-31a) FROM THE DIOCESE Bishop Appointed for the Diocese of Pembroke – Wednesday, May 6, 2020 His Holiness Pope Francis appointed the Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., Bishop of the Diocese of Pembroke.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 6, 2020
May 6, 2020 – Ferial The good shepherd is ready to give up life itself for the flock. (John 10.11-16) FROM THE DIOCESE Newly Appointed Bishop for the Diocese of Pembroke! Please read a letter from Archbishop Mulhall, by clicking here. Diocesan Offices Remain Closed The Diocesan and Bishop’s Offices
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 28
April 28, 2020 – Ferial It was not Moses who gave you the bread from heaven, but it is my Father who gives you the true bread from heaven. (John 6.30-35) FROM THE DIOCESE Diocesan Offices Closed: The Diocesan and Bishop’s Offices located at 188 Renfrew St., Pembroke, are closed
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 21
April 21, 2020 – Ferial No one has ascended into heaven except the one who descended from heaven, the Son of Man. (John 3.7b-15) FROM THE DIOCESE Diocesan Offices Closed: The Diocesan and Bishop’s Offices located at 188 Renfrew St., Pembroke, are closed until further notice. Most staff continue to