Saturday – May 23rd – 9:30 am – Late Duncan Lee
Sunday – May 24th – 11:00 am – All Parishioners

                               - 5:00 pm – Late Rod Dwyer
Monday – May 25th – 9:30 am – Late Joanne Power and family

Tuesday – May 67th – 9:30 am – Late Tom Lasaga
Wednesday – May 27th – 9:30 am – Late Rochelle Dennis

Thursday – May 28th - 9:30 am – Late Maurice Boland

Friday – May 29th – 9:30 am – Late Erin Dwyer

Saturday – May 30th Late Dwyer family




HOLY FATHERS’ INTENTIONS FOR THE MONTH OF MAY:

That everyone might have food – Let us pray that everyone from large producers to small consumers, be committed to avoid wasting food, and to ensure that everyone has access to quality food.

THE EASTER SEASON:

The great fifty days of Easter ends today with Pentecost Sunday. The entire period is a great time of rejoicing.

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE CHURCH IN CHINA:

MAY 24 In May 2007, Pope Benedict XVI asked that May 24 be observed as a Day of Prayer of the Church in China. He chose this day since it is the traditional Feast of Our Lady of Help of Christians, venerated at the Shrine of Sheshan in Shanghai.

SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL:

Please note that the location of Mary’s Kitchen has been moved to All Hallows (kitchen area in the lower level) e ective immediately and until further notice. The time remains the same Friday 4:00 to 5:30 pm.

POOR BOX COLLECTION:

Will be held during next weekend’s Masses. Society of St Vincent de Paul members will be at the entrances after each Mass to accept your donations.  Thank you in advance for your support.

MAY IS THE MONTH OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY:

As the Mother of God, we believe she plays a role in obtaining blessings and graces for us. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS:

 invite everyone to participate in this great prayer during May, at the Cathedral Wednesdays 7:00 pm. This will be in the new form for public recitation as presented by St Pope John Paul 11. With the sign of peace at the end, it takes on the form of a little liturgy complete with scripture, prayer, chants and action! Join us on Wednesday evenings, earmarked for renewal in our understanding of the mystery of Faith!

EUCHARISTIC PROCESSION:

There will be a Eucharistic Procession on the Feast of Corpus Christi, June 7th, immediately following the 11:00 am Mass, weather permitting. The procession will leave via the front door of the Cathedral, proceed up Mt Bernard to Wellington Street, up Wellington and across the back road back to the Cathedral for benediction. Hymns and the Litany of the Precious Blood of Jesus will be sung as we process with the Blessed Sacrament. The distance is short and the pace will be easy, so please come and join in this celebration.

BAPTISM PREPARATION:

Will be held on Monday, June 15th at 6:30 pm at the Cathedral for parents and God-parents. Please contact the Parish O ice to register.

ADVANCE NOTICE – CEMETERY MASSES:
Wednesday, July 22nd at 7:00 pm Mount Patricia Thursday, July 23rd at 7:00 pm. Townsite Cemetery.  In the event of rain, the mass will be held at the Cathedral.

Tuesday, July 28th at 7:00pm. Mount Cecelia Cemetery – Curling

Wednesday, July 29th at 7:00 pm – Old RC Cemetery – Benoit’s Cove

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS 2581:

Are selling Grand in the Hand tickets Draw date is June 2nd and cost $10.00 each. Only 200 tickets printed. Please contact Garry 709-660-6316 or see any member of the Knights of Columbus.

HOLY REDEEMER FUNDRAISER:

June Calendar Ticket Draw – Tickets are $10.00 each and available at the Parish o ice or from Marjorie Deckert 632-2051. Please support this fundraiser by helping to sell tickets and buying a ticket.

4 YOUTH:

Today, is the Feast of the Pentecost, which marks the end of the Easter season. On Pentecost, the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles and gave them the courage and the abilities needed to preach the Gospel of Jesus and to baptize those who believed. On that first Pentecost Sunday, “ about three thousand were added: (Acts 2:41). These people went on to share their new faith in Christ with others. That is why this feast is often referred to as the birthday of the Catholic Church. On this day, the Apostles, were granted the gifts of the Holy Spirit, which helped them to fulfill their mission to preach the Gospel to all nations. Those gifts-which we receive in the sacrament of Confirmation – also help us to live a Christian life. To find out a little bit more about Pentecost, check our “Pentecost in 2 minutes” on YouTube.

PARISH CENSUS Continues:

If you have not yet updated your contact information, there’s still time to do so. Paper copies are still available at the two entrances of the parking lot – just fill them in and drop them in the collection basket. The QR code is also still available for those who wish to register digitally. If you know of anyone who is unable to get to church for a form, please take one for them and then bring them back. Having the correct information is important so that all parishioners can be contacted with important information, such as the recent closure of the Cathedral for maintenance issues and the alternate location of daily and weekend Masses for the duration. Your cooperation and assistance in this important initiative is very much appreciated.

FAMILY CATECHETICS:

Is an ongoing Faith formation program for families that helps form students into prayerful, committed Christians who give witness to the Faith of the Church. With their families, students learn about many areas of their Faith. Sacramental formation is included throughout the journey for those who have not yet received the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist. Our program runs from Kindergarten to Year 6, in addition to the two years of preparation to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. Contact angie.dolomount@gmail.com or 709-631-4543 (text/call) with any questions.

IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL:

Is a privately funded school dedicated to educational excellence in a Christian environment. It is operated independently of the Diocese of   Corner Brook and Labrador by the Catholic School Foundation for Corner Brook inc. For information about the school and its mission go online at www.ihmsc