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Around St. Mary's This Week (15 August 2021).....
ANNUAL MASS FOR THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED
Due to the protocols surrounding COVID-19, this year’s Annual Mass for the Faithful Departed has unfortunately been cancelled at our seven Catholic cemeteries. His Eminence Thomas Cardinal Collins will celebrate and livestream a special Mass in honour of our faithful departed on Wednesday, August 18 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica. The mass can be viewed here: www.stmichaelscathedral.com/live.
Here in the parish, the Mass on Wednesday, August 18 at 7:00 p.m. will be offered for the souls of the Faithful Departed of the parish in the past year.
Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.
May the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen.
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Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
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We remember in prayer our family, fellow parishioners and friends who have died. Including William Rattray and Yvonne MacDonald |
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August 14/15 is in support of Catholic Canadian Missions of Canada. This collection will be going to the Archdiocese of Grouard-McLennan and Diocese of Mackenzie-Fort Smith. Thank you for your support. |
Today the universal Church celebrates the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The assumption refers to Mary being assumed into heaven, body and soul, at the end of her earthly life. Many writings of the early Church fathers illustrate that Christians have believed for more than a millennium that Mary was assumed into heaven. In 1950 Pope Pius XII officially defined the dogma of the Assumption of Mary. Our beliefs about Mary shine a light on our beliefs about Jesus. The Assumption reminds us of Christ’s teaching of eternal life and the resurrection of the body.
As the baptized we all share in the ministry of prayer. If you or a family member is sick please let us know We will add their name to our prayer list which is posted in the gathering space of the church.
SPECIAL COLLECTION – THIS WEEKEND
YOUTH MINISTRY - EDGE CAMP 
For all those participating in EDGE camp, please be reminded that your PCR Covid test must be pre-booked for August 25th in order to attend EDGE Camp.
If you have any questions, please email stmarysyouthministrybarrie@gmail.com.
The countdown is on – only 2 weeks until EDGE Camp!
VON SMART (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) Exercise Program is held on Tuesday mornings. For details regarding beginning dates and registration please call: VON at 705 737 5044 ext. 221
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Council 1626 of the Knights of Columbus presents a Knight to Remember Saturday August 21st 5 to 8 p.m. featuring Aly and Me, a mother daughter duo presenting easy listening popular music and original songs. Hamburgers, hot dogs and corn will be served and a free will offering is requested from those attending. There will also be a cash bar available. This is a fund raiser to allow our local Council to continue to help those less fortunate in our area.
Masks and physical distancing protocols are in place. Space is limited. Kindly phone 705-728-1641 if you would like to attend. |
Due to COVID restrictions only 60 people are permitted into Columbus Hall. If the weather is favorable, we will stage the event outdoors with a capacity of 100.
MINISTRY WITH MATURING ADULTS
The Ministry with Maturing Adults seeks to support the lifelong faith development of women and men throughout all phases of the pre-retirement and retirement years.
Christian Meditation meets weekly, online. If you are interested in learning more this form of prayer please contact Catherine Ecker. (cecker@archtoronto.org or 705 728 2985 ext. 115) The next session is on Tuesday, August 17th at 10:30 a.m. All are welcome.
Life Story Writing Program: September 2021 “The Life Story Writing Programme provides an opportunity to stop, take stock, and look back over the process of life in order to gain deeper understanding, clearer perspective and a more integrated view. Undertaken from a faith perspective, it is a search for evidence in your life that God has been with you and is still with you. Such discovery nourishes one’s inner being, renews one’s spirit and energizes for the journey ahead.” --Dr. Richard Johnson
We will offer this six-week program beginning Monday, September 20th. The sessions will be held from 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Registration is required. For details please contact Catherine Ecker at cecker@archtoronto.org or call 705 728 2985 ext. 115.
Celebrating Confirmation: August 19 and 26, 2021
After a lengthy time of preparation, that has been interrupted more than once, with joy we shall celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation with our young people. During the Rite of Confirmation, the Church prays that those to be confirmed will be strengthened to be more like Christ. We invite you to pray for our candidates, their sponsors and families.
Candidates and sponsors are reminded to arrive at 6:30 p.m. There is designated seating for candidates and sponsors. Please remember to maintain physical distancing, wear your mask and practice good hand hygiene.
Parish Family Sing Along
Wednesday, August 25 at 2:00 p.m.
You are welcome to join us at our
First Ever Family Sing Along!
Back by popular demand, our singing trio from St. Mary’s Bible Camp – Shannon, James and David – will lead us in an hour-long family singalong, with a special appearance by our pal Albert! Pack up a lawn chair and your singing voices and join us outside in front of the church! (Note: this is not a drop off program, but a singalong for everyone!) Masks are not required outside but physical distancing should be maintained.
For those who want to see what our pal Albert has been up to this year, check our replays at:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzHeyMySmky1G0TvBfFQH1aPuZOQqgrn
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzHeyMySmkw-OkHracsXBv2wj2xnerqd
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Holy One, Creator of all that is, seen and unseen, of story and of song, of heartbeat ad of tears of bodies, souls, voices and all relations: You are the God of all truth and the way of all reconciliation. Uphold with your love and compassion all who open their lives in the sacred sharing of their stories breathe in us the grace to trust in your loving forgiveness, that we may face our histories with courage; touch us through the holy gift of story that those who speak and those who listen may behold your redeeming presence; guide us with holy wisdom to enter through the gates of remorse that our feet may walk gently and firmly on the way of justice and healing. Amen.
Recommended Resources: Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action http://trc.ca/assets/pdf/Calls_to_Action_English2.pdf We Were Children National Film Board available online through the National Film Board or CBC Gem Colonization Road a CBC documentary https://gem.cbc.ca/media/firsthand/season-2/episode-9/38e815a-00b9abca4fc |
Prayer for Reconciliation