Oct 26/27, 2024 - Sunday Bulletin
- Leslie Mendonca
- Oct 26, 2024
- 10 min read
30th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Important Updates
CWL COFFEE SUNDAY & BAKE SALE is after all Masses on Sunday, October 27th
FIRST FRIDAY is on November 1st – Adoration begins after 9 am Mass and Benediction at 6:45pm followed by Mass.
THE FILIPINO MASS will be on November 3rd at 6 pm.
OUR HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES to the family & friends of Clare Stoker. May she rest in peace in the comfort of the Lord. Services will be here, Funeral Mass on Saturday, November 9th @11am.
The Church devotes the month of November to pray for the deceased members of our family and friends. You are invited to offer Masses for these loved ones throughout the year, but most particularly during the month of November. The Book of Life and Envelopes are available in front of Mother Mary’s Altar. In the book of Life, you can write the name of the loved ones that you wish to have remembered and prayed for.
FOOD DRIVE – we are collecting food items for needy families. You can drop off your bags at the back of the church or at the Parish Office.
CWL 100TH ANNIVERSARY - Please join St. Edmunds CWL at a special Mass, November 30th @ 11:00 a.m. in celebration of their 100th year anniversary of their induction into the Archdiocese. There will be a reception of a light lunch & cupcakes held after in the church's basement.
ADVENT PENITENTIAL SERVICES:
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 4TH @ 9:30 AM – St. Edmund’s School
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 11TH – 7-8:30 PM – St. Pius
THURSDAY, DEC. 12TH – 7-8:30 PM – St. Edmund’s
FRIDAY, DEC. 13TH – 9am – Noon – STA
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 18TH – 10-30 am – 12:30 pm – St. Stephen’s
THURSDAY, DEC. 19TH – 7-8:30 am – Christ the Redeemer
MASS TIMES DURING PRIEST STUDY DAYS
TUESDAY, NOV. 12th WEDNESDAY, NOV. 13th & FRIDAY, NOV. 15th @ 9AM
THURSDAY, NOV. 14th @ 7:30AM
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!
SATURDAY, DEC. 14th WILL BE OUR CHRISTMAS DINNER AND CHRISTMAS TREE DISPLAYS Watch the bulletin for more details to follow
CHRISTIAN MEDITATION GROUP meets in person on the third Thursday of the month at 7 pm.
We invite all the children to dress up like “Little Saints” and come for the 11am Mass on November 3rd. A small treat will be distributed to the children. There are so many choices, below are some ideas:
St. George– Dragon slaying saint. If you want to wear armor, but not wings or a crown, this is a good choice.
St. Michael– Archangel. Wear armour, carry a sword, some wings and sandals would be needed.
St. Gabriel– Archangel. Carry a horn.
St. Raphael– Archangel. Carry a fish.
Saint Teresa of Avila– Carmelite order, brown robes. Doctor of the church, so carry a book and a feather.
Saint Scholastica– Carry a crucifix.
Saint Faustina– Carry a picture of the Divine Mercy image
Saint Katherine Drexel– Wear a big crucifix necklace.
Saint Margaret Mary– Carry a picture of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Special Notes
CWL BOTTLE, CAN DRIVE FUNDRAISER is ongoing. CWL has an account with Return It Express. You can take your bottles, cans, tetra packs, milk, plant-based beverage containers to any Return-It location. Instructions are as follows:
Place unsorted bottles in a clear plastic bag(s)
Print off sticker @ Kiosk – Use phone # 778-996-3407
Text code RVCA TO 778-400-5253
To open the door, touch the keypad with your finger or the back of your hand to activate it
Enter the one-time pin code you receive by message. The one-time pin will time out in a few minutes. Repeat if it has timed out.
The Keypad light will turn green. Open door and drop off bag(s)
North Vancouver Return It Express Locations:
310 Brooksbank Ave. (Mon-Fri 8-4/Sat 8-5/Sun 9-5/closed holidays)
At Superstore 333 Seymour Blvd. (everyday 8-8)
235 Donaghy Ave. (Mon-Sat 8-5/Sun 10-4/closed holidays)
30 Riverside Dr.-North Shore Recycling Depot (Tues-Fri 8-5/Sat., Sun, Holidays 9-5)
FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE, PLASTIC BAGS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE CHURCH ENTRANCE
Proceeds from this fundraiser will go towards the renovation of the Kitchen cabinets, countertops, and flooring in the school gym.
If you are unable to return the bottles yourself, please get in touch with Donna @ 778-996-3407 / dkcolcleugh@gmail.com. Donna will happily pick them up for you and make the deposit.
Please do not drop off bottles at the church or parish office.
This summer, we plan to repair the deck and the staircase leading to the Church and Rectory. Your donations big or small would be appreciated. Envelopes are available at the entrance of the church. Thank you for your generosity.
Reflections
Bartimaeus’s faith saved him
Today we continue to read from Mark’s Gospel. In this Gospel, we find evidence of Jesus’ fame in the sizable crowd that accompanies him as he journeys to Jerusalem. Jesus’ reputation as a healer has preceded him. When the blind man, Bartimaeus, hears that Jesus of Nazareth is passing by, he calls out to him, asking for his pity.
When Bartimaeus calls out to Jesus, the crowd around him tries to silence him. Yet Bartimaeus persists, calling out more loudly and with greater urgency. He will not be silenced or deterred from getting Jesus’ attention. We notice how quickly the crowd’s reaction changes when Jesus calls for Bartimaeus. Those who sought to quiet him now encourage him.
When Jesus restores Bartimaeus’s sight, no elaborate action is required. (In other healing stories in Mark’s Gospel, actions accompany Jesus’ words). In this instance, Jesus simply says that Bartimaeus’s faith has saved him. Throughout Mark’s Gospel, the success of Jesus’ healing power has often been correlated with the faith of the person requesting Jesus’ help. For example, it is because of her faith that the woman with the hemorrhage is healed. When faith is absent, Jesus is unable to heal; we see this after his rejection in Nazareth.
Once his sight has been restored, Bartimaeus follows Jesus on his way to Jerusalem. In Mark’s Gospel, Bartimaeus is the last disciple called by Jesus before he enters Jerusalem. Bartimaeus hears that Jesus of Nazareth is passing by, but he calls out to Jesus using words of faith - “Son of David.” Many in Jesus’ time believed that the anticipated Jewish Messiah would be a descendent of King David. Bartimaeus’s words prepare us for the final episodes of Mark’s Gospel, which begin with Jesus’ preparation for the Passover and his triumphant entry into Jerusalem. As Mark has shown us in our readings over the past few Sundays, however, Jesus will be the Messiah in a way that will be difficult for many to accept. Jesus will show himself to be the Messiah through his suffering and death.
~ Loyola Press
Mass Intentions
Sunday, October 27
Spec. Intention Fr. Steny by Erna Mills
Spec. Intention Caridad Mendoza by Zofia Bronowska
Repose Anamaria Freschi by Freschi family
Repose Antonio Martino, John T. Lammoglia & Gabriel Guerro by Elisa & John Bueno
Monday, October 28
Repose Giuseppe (Joe) Rucci by family
Spec. Intention PREP Gr. 3 Students & Families by Erna Mills
Tuesday, October 29
Spec. Intention St. Edmund Parishioners
Spec. Intention Bob Noga by Diane & Peter Nation
Spec. Intention Thanksgiving Erneida Maria M. de Guzman by Cari Mendoza
Spec. Intention Leila Arat by Gemma
Wednesday, October 30
Spec. Intention Alan Hanzek by STA Staff & Students
Spec. Intention Father Mario Fernandes by Jasmin Pinto
Thursday, October 31
Repose Matt Huet by Liz Wong
Repose Kay Morrison by Zofia Bronowska
Friday, November 1
Repose Kay Morrison by Peter & Diane Nation
Spec. Intention Christine Gallagher/House of Prayer by Janet Ficocelli
Saturday, November 2
Repose All Family Members by Domenico & Maria Maglieri
Repose All Souls by Ludovina Santos
Repose Antonio Testa by wife Lucia & family
Repose Deceased Family Members by Lucia Testa & family
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
The St Edmund's Parish unit of the 'World Community for Christian Meditation' (WCCM) will resume its in-person meditation meeting, on the 3rd Thursday of every month at 7.00 pm in St Edmund's Church.
"No Experience Necessary"- The group leader will give new people the basics of meditation and some resources.
WCCM continues to hold a weekly virtual meeting on Mondays (via ZOOM), also at 7.00 pm. You are sincerely invited to attend the WCCM meeting(s). All are welcome.
To learn more about WCCM, kindly contact: Luis Zunino - email lzunino@gzarchitects.com
School Events
St. Edmunds Elementary School
A SWEET DEAL - Stock up on beautiful Christmas gift boxes, classic Purdy’s Favourites, Himalayan Pink Salt Caramels, Sweet Georgia Browns and so much more. All profits will go directly to St Edmunds Elementary Fine Arts Department and to will benefit YOUR child directly. So, satisfy those cravings and get all your Christmas gift-shopping done while supporting a great cause. 😊💜 The deadline to order is end of day December 1st.
What you need:
Campaign number: 22052
Campaign link: https://fundraising.purdys.com/1970486-120748
Once orders close, you can collect your delicious treats on December 10 at the St Edmunds Gym - Mahon Street entrance. 📦 Share the love with friends and family who might be interested – it means the world to us! 🌍💖
St. Thomas Aquinas Secondary School
STA's 35th Annual Christmas Craft Fair & Market is on Sunday, November 3rd from 10am to 4pm. This is a wonderful opportunity to support local crafters/artisans and small business owners. There are over 120 vendors this year! It's a well-attended event and there's sure to be something that interests people of all ages, plus -- it's a great opportunity to start your Christmas shopping early!
Religious Education
PREP 2024-2025
PREP REGISTRATION IS OPEN until September 15th. Please complete the registration form and hand it into the Parish Office or leave it in the mailbox to the left of the office entry gate. There are copies at the entrance.
PREP classes are in St. Edmund’s School and begin on September 11, 2024. Classes will be held every Wednesday from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Any questions can be sent to prepatsteds@shaw.ca
Children's Choir Training
Practices will be every 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month @10am - Masses will be every 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month @ 11am
Altar Server Training
Every Saturday 11-11:30 am
Archdiocese Notices & Events
SPECIAL MASS - Please join the Kearney Funeral Services team in honouring your loved one and all those that have passed away this last year, at this special Mass that will be celebrated at:
Our Lady of Sorrows Church 555 Slocan St., Vancouver, BC. on
Monday, November 4, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
Please RSVP by e-mailing burnaby@kearneyfs.com or call 604 299-6889 (Monday through Friday (9:00 am – 5:00 pm) as they will be offering refreshments in the Parish Hall.
DIVINE MERCY IS COMING TO VANCOUVER!
All are invited to attend the third North American Congress on Mercy, to be held November 15-17 at Good Shepherd Church in Surrey. The Congress brings together world-renowned speakers on the theme, "Divine Mercy and Mary: Our Hope," including Archbishop J. Michael Miller, Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, and Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC. Don't miss this opportunity to enrich your knowledge of and devotion to the Divine Mercy, which Jesus told St. Faustina was "the last hope of salvation" for our world. Great preparation, too, for the upcoming Jubilee Year of Hope! Registration required. Please visit MercyCongress.org to register and for more information.
VOCATION LIVE-IN
There will be a Vocation Live-In on the weekend of November 2-3 at the Seminary of Christ the King in Mission, BC. Anyone wishing to enter the Seminary in the next couple of years is welcome. For more information phone 604-826-8975 or email rector.minors@sck.ca
GOOD NEWS!!!
We have reached our parish goal so now all pledges made will come back to the parish.
You have the option to collect the pledge forms from our parish office or receive a scanned version via email.
Financial Updates
Remember St. Edmund's in your Will
A planned gift to be realized in the future, such as the options below, may be the best approach for you and may allow you to make a larger gift than you might have thought possible.
A Gift in Your Will - This is the most common type of planned gift - a gift in your will. Arranged today, a bequest is paid to St. Edmund’s Parish through your estate, after your death. You can give a specific sum, property, or a percentage of your estate. It is important that the full name of the parish and charitable number be included in your will so that there is no confusion about your intentions. (St. Edmund’s Parish, North Vancouver # 11884 9470 RR0064)
Life Insurance - A gift of life insurance is a simple and thoughtful way to make a gift to St. Edmund’s Parish. Insurance allows you to make a modest gift now for a significant gift in the future.
RRSP and RRIF Funds - Naming St. Edmund’s Parish a beneficiary of your RRSPs and RRIFs means all or a portion of these assets can now be left directly to St. Edmund’s Parish upon your death without having to pass through your estate. This arrangement means that no probate fees are payable on these assets. In most cases, the taxes owing on your donated RRSPs or RRIFs at death are offset by the charitable tax credits generated by your donation. Donations of this type are a great way to reduce the substantial deferred tax burden that many RRSP and RRIF plans carry.
You pray best when the mirror of your soul is empty of every image except the image of the invisible Father. This image is the Wisdom of the Father, the Word of the Father… the Glory of the Father. – Thomas Merton
Bread & Wine
For the week of October 26 to November 1
Repose of the Souls of all my Sisters
Donated by Nora Gemino
Prayer Requests
Our Parish Community is asked to pray for the Special Intention of Father Steny & Father Cannio
Our Parish Community is asked to pray for the Special Intention of Father Jeevan Prakash D'Almeda
Our Parish Community is asked to pray for the Special Intention of St. Edmund Parishioners
Our Parish Community is asked to pray for the Special Intentions of All Carmelite Priests
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