Our sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Mary
Robertson and Barbara Vivian who died this week. Let us
remember them and their families at prayer.
ELEVISED MASS:
The Mass on Vision TV on Thursday, September 9 is made
possible by the generosity of the State Council of the
Knights of Columbus for the Jurisdiction of Newfoundland and
Labrador. It will be offered in the name of all the deceased
members of the Knights of Columbus in Newfoundland and
Labrador on the occasion of their 100th Anniversary.
FEASTS THIS WEEK:
Birth of Mary:
Wednesday, September 8: This feast originated in the Eastern
Church and was commemorated in the West as early as the 5th
century. No one is certain where Mary was born, but two
traditions have survived from ancient times, one naming
Nazareth and the other, Jerusalem. An occasion for praise
and thanksgiving, the feast celebrates Mary’s personal
sanctity and vocation as the mother of Jesus.
LABOUR DAY:
JESUS THE MAN OF WORK... We believe that through our work
we participate in the work of creation. The truth of this is
brought out in Jesus Christ. Many of his first listeners in
Nazareth were astonished saying, “ Where did this man get
all this? What is the wisdom given to him? Is this not the
carpenter, yet he was the one now seen to be also building
the Kingdom of God, his Father. He was doing that in the
faithfulness to work and to bear witness to the truth.Jesus
has appreciation and respect for human work. He lived with
the fishermen, the tax collector, the doctor, and the vine
grower. It can be said that he looked with love upon human
work and the different forms that it takes, seeing in each
one of these forms a particular contribution to God’s
creating. He said, “My Father is the vine dresser,” and in
various ways included in his teaching the fundamental truth
about work. He did caution us, however, against too much
anxiety about work and life. Work must be put into balance
with other needs, all of which must help us grow in the
image and participate in the work of God, the creator and
redeemer.
PRAYER FOR THE BLESSING OF
HUMAN LABOUR:
O God, through the labour of the human race, you continue
the vast work of creation. Bless us as we continue to do
your work. Hear the prayers of your people and grant that
all men and women may obtain work which befits their
dignity, enhances their lives, and contributes to the
well-being of all. Guide us in all that we do, and help us
to build up your kingdom of justice, love, and peace. We ask
this through Christ our Lord.
LITURGY OF THE WORD FOR
CHILDREN:
Beginning Sunday, September 19, at the 10:00 a.m. Mass. It
is a very important ministry for the children. We are in
great need of leaders and assistants. Those willing to help
this year can sit in on sessions beforehand to learn how it
is done. If you are willing to lead or assist we ask that
you contact us as soon as possible.
CATECHETICS REGISTRATION:
Registration for children (Kindergarten to Grade Six) and
their parents participating in the Family Catechetics
program will begin again in September 13. Preparation for
older children who have not received the Sacraments of
Eucharist and Reconciliation will be included. Registration
Forms for Holy Redeemer Cathedral and All Hallows Church can
be picked up on the tables at the entrances to the churches.
Completed registration forms may be dropped off at the
sacristy in each church or at the parish offices. The forms
may also be faxed to the Cathedral office at 634-5999.
Please pass this information to other family or friends who
may not have this information. For more information, contact
Angela Murphy, Family Catechetics Coordinator, at
634-5161(W) or 634-6856(H).
CATECHETICS
SCHEDULE:
SEPTEMBER
Kg - Monday, September 13, 6:30 pm
Year 1-Tuesday, September 14, 6:30 pm
Year 2- Wednesday, September 15, 6:30pm
Year3- Monday, September 20, 6:30 pm
Year4- Tuesday, September 21, 6:30 pm
Year 5-Wednesday, September 22, 6:30 pm
Year 6-Thursday, September 23, 6:30 pm
NEW RAILING AND STEP MARKERS:
We have installed new railing to assist those who find it
difficult to walk up and down the sanctuary steps. We have
also installed stair nosing (gold colored stripping) on each
step including the side altar steps and the wide lower step
to alert people to the fact that there is a step there.
Because the material on the steps and on the main floor are
the same color it makes it difficult at times to see the
last step in particular. The wooden rail was cut out of one
of the original side altar rails that was replaced by the
present rails donated by Xavier House in 1998. It is grooved
to match the top of the ends of the pews.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS MEETING:
Tuesday at 8:15 p. m.
WORLD YOUTH DAY RECYCLABLE
DRIVE:
The usual recyclable items are being collected to support
the youth who have to raise funds to attend World youth Day.
Any parishioners who would like to have their recyclables
picked up may call Des or Philip Cave at 634-1809.
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE:
Mark Gillis and Susan Blackwood
START UP TIME:
While September is not the beginning of the year it is
start-up time for many people following the summer. We all
would like to have an active and vibrant parish we can be
proud of. We need help in every aspect of parish life and
ministry. Why not use this time as a start-up time for you
in the parish. In a ministry leaflet on the tables at the
doors you will find an outline of the ways you can make a
contribution of your time and talent. Let’s not stand back
and let others do it. While we could be happy to see more
women involved, I especially appeal to the men. If we are
50% of the population, lets, be 50% of the participation in
ministries, committees, and organizations. We are all called
to make a contribution, and you will feel better when you
do.
ALZHEIMER SOCIETY: DELIVERY
DRIVERS NEEDED:
If you can spare an hour or two to drop off packages at
businesses in the Corner Brook area, you can help thousands
of people living with Alzheimer’s in Newfoundland and
Labrador. For more information please call 639-3311 or
e-mail
alzheimer_awarenesscoordin@nf.aibn.co
NOTE OF THANKS:
IN MEMORIAM FUND: Our thanks to those families who invite
people to consider a donation to the parish or to the
Shepherd’s fund in memory of their deceased loved ones.
Giving a donation in memory of the person who died can be a
very thoughtful gesture and a good support for the parish.
CARD GAME:
The card game committee is planning a mammoth card game
Sunday, September, 26, at 8:15 p. m.. Any donations of
money, gifts, or groceries towards this event would be
greatly appreciated. If you wish to contact Gertrude Parsons
you may call 639-7445
NOTE OF THANKS:
Our thanks to the Knights of Columbus - Fourth Degree
Assembly for a donation to the Memorial Fund “in memory” of
Andrew Lynch.
PARISH COUNCIL’S MEETING:
There will be a joint meeting of the All Hallows and Holy
Redeemer parish councils on Tuesday, September 14, at 7 p.
m. in the lower level of All Hallows church.
THE POSITIVE SIDE OF LIFE:
Living on Earth is expensive, but it does include a free
trip around the sun every year. How long a minute is depends
on what side of the bathroom door you’re on. Birthdays are
good for you; the more you have, the longer you live.
Happiness comes through doors your didn’t even know you left
open. Ever notice how the people who are late are usually
much jollier than the people who have to wait for them? Most
of us go to our grave with our music still inside us. You
many be only one person in the world, but you may also be
the world to one person. Some mistakes are too much fun to
only make once. Don’t cry because it’s over; smile because
it happened. We could learn a lot from crayons; some are
sharp, some are pretty, some are dull, some have weird
names, and all are different colors....but they all exist
very nicely in the same box. A truly happy person is one who
can enjoy the scenery on a detour.
