32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Prayer for the Peace
Lord, come to our aid! Grant us peace, teach us peace; guide our steps in the way of peace. Open our eyes and our hearts and give us the courage to say no to war. Instill in our hearts the courage to take concrete steps to achieve peace. Keep alive within us the flame of hope, so that with patience and perseverance we may opt for dialogue and reconciliation. In this way may peace triumph. Lord God, defuse the violence of our tongues and our hands.
Gracious God, we pray for all people who are suffering from war. May they be held in your loving care and protection and given the strength to endure great suffering and hardship. Transform the hearts and minds of all those who perpetuate violence and oppression. Through Christ our Lord. Amen
This Week in the Church
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS – Famous pancake breakfast next Sunday, November 12th @ 8:00 am & 9:30am Masses. Please join us for good food & good company.
THE MONTHLY FILIPINO MASS – is on November 12th at 6pm.
PARISH OFFICE CLOSED on Monday, Nov. 13th – for Remembrance Day stat holiday, but there will be regular Masses that day
PLEASE MAKE NOTE – from Tuesday, November 14 to & including Friday, November 17 – there will be only 7:30am Mass - no 9am Mass.
Note: There will be Masses at,
8:30 am at St Stephen's
9 am at St Anthony's
CHRISTMAS DINNER & DANCE TICKETS – are available at parish office and after all Masses starting next weekend
FOR NOVEMBER, the month of the Holy Souls, offertory envelopes are available at the Church entrance & on a table in front of Our Lady’s Altar. Also, there is a Book of Life if you wish to make note of your remembered loved ones.
Important Updates
UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. EDMUND’S, SAVE THE FOLLOWING DATES:
SATURDAY, DEC. 2ND ADVENT RETREAT
SATURDAY, DEC. 16TH – CHRISTMAS DINNER
Project Advance : Every gift, regardless of its size, makes a difference. Every gift, regardless of its size, makes a difference. All pledge forms were mailed out; if you receive it and already have given; please disregard and we thank you for your donation.
Please look over information on your pledge form before sending in and make sure it is up to date, make any corrections as needed.
You may also make a donation online here: https://support.rcav.org/project-advance-2023/ Be sure to select St. Edmund's in the parish drop down menu to ensure the excess funds come back to our community.
THE MONTHLY FILIPINO MASS – is on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 6pm.
2023/2024 Sunday Missals are in and available at parish office - Cost $5 each
SPECIAL OFFER – go to the Knights of Columbus notices for important information
Announcing the Knights 62nd Annual Charity Appeal - there are great prizes
Reflections
WILL WE BE PREPARED?
In this week’s Gospel, Jesus talks about what it means to be prepared to receive the Kingdom of Heaven. This week’s reading follows a series of warnings and predictions by Jesus about the coming of the Son of Man. Jesus wants his disciples to understand that the exact day and time cannot be predicted. He teaches the disciples that they must remain vigilant so that they will not be caught unprepared.
When thinking about the parable of the wise and foolish virgins, it is important to consider the first-century wedding traditions of Palestine. Scholars tell us that it was the custom of the day for young maidens—friends and family members of the bride—to meet the bridegroom when he came to bring his bride to her new home.
As with many of Jesus’ parables, several levels of interpretation are possible. In last week’s Gospel, we heard Jesus warn against following the example of the Pharisees and scribes. If read in the context of early Christianity’s struggle to define itself against Pharisaic Judaism, this parable is a continuing critique of Judaism. It suggests that the Jewish leaders were like the foolish virgins, unprepared to meet Jesus, the bridegroom of Israel.
In the chapter preceding this parable, however, Jesus warns about the destruction of Jerusalem, the tribulation of the end times, and the coming of the Son of Man. When read in this context, today’s parable is a warning to the Christian community to remain vigilant and prepared to receive Jesus, the Son of Man who will return at the end of time. This interpretation is supported by the reference to the delay of the bridegroom. The Christian community for whom Matthew wrote this Gospel was coming to terms with the realization that the promise of Jesus’ return would not be fulfilled within their lifetimes. The question remains for us to ask ourselves, are we ready to receive Jesus? Will we be prepared to receive him?
- Loyola Press
Mass Intentions
Sunday, November 12
· Healing Mass for Yanic Pean by Chantel Pean
· Repose Tinaburri family by Paola Vignone
· Repose Lorna Martin by Christine Lim
· Repose Roy William by Celena Ilar
Monday, November 13
· Spec. Intention St. Edmund’s Parishioners
· Repose Adela Fernando by Zofia Bronowska
· Repose Teresa & Stanislov Kunikowska by family
Tuesday, November 14
· Repose John Caul by Leisha O’Toole
· Spec. Intention Rosanna Obando by Hildegard Fercho
Wednesday, November 15
· Repose Paula Wiesinger by Vendargon & Bennett families
Thursday, November 16
· Repose Paul Emile Jacques by Fernande & Peter Husar
Friday, November17
· Spec. Intention Tess Geary by Leisha O’Toole
· Spec. Intention Ken Yee (birthday) by Janet Ficocelli
Saturday, November 18
· Spec. Intention Bev Watson (birthday) by Zofia Bronowska
· Repose Domenico & Rosa Cusano by daughter-in-law Rosa
Parish Events
CWL
2nd Thursday of each month @ 7 PM
Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus general meetings are in person on the 1st Tuesday each month @7pm/executive meetings are also in person on the last Tuesday of the month @7pm
SPECIAL OFFER - Knights of Columbus - Free 1 Year On-Line Membership. You can enjoy the benefits of being a Knights of Columbus member including Accidental Death Benefit and the famous Columbia Magazine.
Promo Code: BLESSEDMCGIVNEY
After joining, please check your Inbox for confirmation.
St. Eds Christian Meditation Group
Mondays @ 7 PM
Participation in person: please contact Luis Zunino (lzunino@gzarchitects.com) or at 604-987-8304.
Option to participate via ZOOM: For an introductory conversation, please contact Luis Zunino
School Events
St. Edmund's Elementary School
ST. EDMUND’S SCHOOL PURDY’S FUNDRAISIER
Fall is in the air and Christmas is coming faster than you think. It's time to support St Edmunds Elementary school by eating more chocolate!
Spread the joy this winter season by gifting Purdy's chocolate to your family and friends while at the same time supporting our students!
Customer No: 22052
Once logged in simply click on the 'Shop Online' text at the top of the page.
Please also share this link with your friends, families and co-workers so they too can support St Edmunds Elementary.
Please place your orders by November 27th
Pickup will be on December 11th at St Edmunds Gym
St. Thomas Aquinas Secondary School
OPEN HOUSE - STA's open house is fast approaching - Tuesday, November 28th at 6pm. Please see the poster below for more information.
Pilgrimage to the Medjugorje Youth Festival & Italy - The STA Alumni Association, in conjunction with STA Campus Ministry, is hosting a Pilgrimage to the Medjugorje Youth Festival and Italy from July 22nd - August 8th, 2024. All STA alumni & their families (18+) are invited to join.
Find more information at: https://www.aquinas.org/alumni
Religious Education
PREP
PREP classes will be held every Wednesday 6:00 - 7:00 pm at St Edmund’s School
Children's Choir Training
Every Saturday at 10am
Altar Server Training
Every Saturday 11-11:30am
Archdiocese Notices & Events
PROJECT ADVANCE 2023
Make a donation online here: https://support.rcav.org/project-advance-2023/
Be sure to select St. Edmund's in the parish drop down menu to ensure the excess funds come back to our community.
Thank you for your generosity!
PRO-LIFE CHRISTMAS CARDS
Will be available to purchase from parish office starting next week (Oct.30 ) during office hours
1 pkg. is $10.00 or 3 pkgs for $25.00
ST PIUS X SCHOOL CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
ARCHBISHOP’S DINNER
Parishioners are cordially invited to the 12th Annual Archbishop’s Dinner on Thursday, November 9th at the Hyatt Regency Vancouver. This year, proceeds raised will be dedicated by Archbishop Miller towards Honouring Our Workers in the Vineyard which will support the St. Joseph’s Society and the Clergy Care Fund as well as the building of a new convent for the Sisters.
Tables are $1,850 for a table of 10 guests. Parishioners can purchase individual tickets.
To book a table or tables or to purchase individual tickets,
please visit rcav.org/dinner2023 or you could mail the attached order form below or contact Ivana D’Almeida at 604-683—0281 ext. 326 (email idalmeida@racv.org)
LITTLE FLOWER ACADEMY is accepting applications from prospective Grade Eight candidates for the 2024-2025 school year. All students wishing to apply must sit the ENTRANCE EXAM on Saturday, December 2, 2023. For more information and online application, please visit our website (www.lfabc.org) or contact Kathi Wilson, Registrar at wilsonk@lfabc.org or 604-738-9016 ext. 114.
AQUINAS INSTITUTE
Invites everyone to a Highly Spiritual Marian Pilgrimage with Fr. Mario Fernandes, OCD on Dec. 1-2-3, 2023 in Oregon and Washington.
Price: CDN $650.00 pp
For details, contact: info@aquinasinstitute.ca
CATHOLIC INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS VANCOUVER ARCHDIOCESE
Invite you to be a part of their upcoming Catholic Educators Conference that will be held on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at the Vancouver Trade and Convention Centre, located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, BC. The event promises to be a fantastic platform for showcasing and promoting your products and services to a diverse and engaged audience.
Here’s why you won’t want to miss this opportunity:
• Exposure: With the Catholic Educators Conference set to attract a large crowd of over 1500 attendees, your brand will gain maximum exposure
• Networking: Connect with our 46 schools, potential clients, and fellow vendors to establish valuable business connections
• Promotion: Benefit from our extensive marketing efforts that will promote your presence before, during and after the event
• Innovation: Showcase your latest products and innovations to a captivated audience
For more information on how to become a vendor and sponsor of the event, please visit the following link: https://cisva.regfox.com/cec2024
Don’t miss the chance to be a part of something truly special and grand. Your presence at the 2024 Catholic Educators Conference will be a highlight, and we can’t wait to have you on board!
Special Gifts
Remember a loved one with a special gift
Financial Updates
Remember St. Edmund's in your Will
Prayer Requests and Advertisements
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