The Ascension of Our Lord

May 12, 2013

Mothers Day
In todays Gospel, Jesus says farewell to his disciples. It is a parting tinged with sadness, but also with the promise of joy. He offers the disciples three important parting gifts: understanding of Scripture, linking its message to their own experience of Jesus; he promises the imminent outpouring of the Holy Spirit; finally, he bestows a loving blessing, promising to be with them until the end of time. What connects the three gifts? Each of them represents a continuation of the life of Jesus in the hearts and lives of his disciples. Even though he will no longer be physically present to them, Jesus lives on in his Church: that is to say, in each and every one of us. We also have the pleasure of welcoming Sr. Kay Duffin, CND to the pulpit this weekend. She will help us make the connection between the liturgical feast of the Ascension and the gift of mothers, whom we celebrate in a special way this Sunday. Jesus invites us to abide in his Spirit, to create a welcoming space for the Spirit in our lives. From the very beginning, was it not our mothers who made room for us: in their wombs, their hearts, their homes? Throughout our formative years, this indwelling continued. Our mothers nursed us, changed us, delighted in us, fussed over us, worried about us. To the best of their ability, with the grace of God, they give us the closest thing this world knows to unconditional love. After giving us our roots, our mothers give us wings: they let us fly, trusting that the safe space of love created will span the distance between them and their wandering adult children. So let us give thanks to God for the gift of our mothers those still living with us, those whom God has already taken to their eternal home. Let us pray for all women who, in many and diverse ways, have shared and nurtured the gift of life in us. Happy Mothers Day!

Mothers Day Flowers

Our heartfelt thanks go to Mr. Martin Allaire and the Collins Clarke Macgillivray White Funeral Home for donating the beautiful flowers that were offered to all the wonderful women of our parish on Mothers Day. Their generosity and kindness is most appreciated!

Revitalizing Montreal's English-Speaking Catholic Community

Since first establishing our roots in Montreal during the 18th century, the members of the city's Englishspeaking Catholic community have been profoundly dedicated to offering care and compassion to those in need. Over the years, this commitment gave birth to a host of educational, health and social service institutions. These institutions have made an invaluable contribution to the lives and well-being of people from all religious, cultural and social backgrounds. Today, however, in view of the changing nature of Quebec society as a whole, the evolving needs of Montreal's English-speaking Catholic community in particular, it is clear that public funding is not adequate to effectively sustain the facilities and institutions to meet today's needs. The 21st Century Catholic Community Campaign is being launched to address these concerns. Your contribution can make the difference. Please give generously. To learn more, please visit our website at www.21ccc.ca

All parish volunteers are invited to an appreciation luncheon on Sunday, June 2nd, 12:30-2:30 in the parish hall. If you have given of your time in any manner during the past year, your presence will be welcomed.

Celebrating Our Volunteers

Mass Intentions: May 12-19, 2013

4:00 May 11, 2013 Saturday, Easter Weekday In Loving Memory Mike Kilbertus, Dorothy Moore, The Deceased Members of the Charles McDonald Family, Anna Maria Fiori, Shirley Cools-Lartigue, Dorothy Magee Bilnoski May 12, 2013 The Ascension of Our Lord Guglielmo & Agnese Vivian & Joseph Teodori Giacomo Fiori His Wife Berardina & Family May 13, 2013 Monday, Our Lady of Fatima Nicholas Troli Mom & Dad May 14, 2013 Tuesday, St. Matthias Giovanni Ciampini Claudia & George May 15, 2013 Wednesday, Easter Weekday Anna & Lorenzo Forlini Luisa Forlini May 16, 2013 Thursday, Easter Weekday Loretta & Donato Ernesta Ciampini Pedicelli May 17, 2013 Friday, Easter Weekday Ermando Giuseppe Nudo His Wife Elvira Nudo May 18, 2013 Vigil of Pentecost Raymond Jenkins Connie McLaughlin May 19, 2013 PENTECOST In Loving Memory Isa Mazzella, Marta Michetti, Mary & Ted McNichol, Edgardo Poce & Luigina Cicciarelli Eva Ciampini Claudia & George

Confirmation Celebration
We are happy to have Bishop Thomas Dowd here this weekend to celebrate the Confirmation of 29 of our young people. Congratulations to: Giuliana Ahmed, Blandine Anglehart-Reven, Marcus Arcangeli, Bjeurn BarbaMendiola, Anthony Bongiorno, Josephine Campbell, Julee Anne Cunanan, Matthew Caucci, Annalisa Di Pasquale, Anthony Di Scala, Kate Dor, Stefano Fede, Kevin Griffin, Jessica Hackett, Maria-Gian Hermon-Moran, Brandon Hernandez, Francisco Hernandez, Francine Horsham, Vanessa Iacampo, Benjamin Loerick, Michael Magi, Gabriel Masujer, Samantha Nartatez, Catherine Orlando, Juliana Palucci, Ashley SantosSanchez, Vanessa Servello Silvestre, William Stone-Barney and Julia Vrentas May you always live fully the faith you are confirming today; and may each of you, including Josephine Campbell and Anthony Bongiorno who also celebrated their First Communion this weekend, always treasure the gift of Eucharist and celebrate it often. Thank you to all the catechists and catechist helpers who have so lovingly and faithfully prepared our young people for this special privilege. Pastoral Council Elections
Pastoral Council elections will take place on Sunday May 26th. There are three (3) openings for seats on the parish council. If you would like to be a candidate or know someone who would like to be a candidate, please fill out a form that can be found at the entrance of the church. Nominations are now open, and will close at 1:00 PM on May 18th.

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Your Generosity
Thank you for your on-going support of our parish Last Sundays collection was $3,257.00 The Monthly Maintenance Collection was $1,594.00

FAITH FIRST REGISTRATION Faith First registration forms for the 2013-14 season are now available at the entrances of the church, church hall and rectory. All new as well as returning students must fill out a form before August 15th and return it to the rectory to guarantee a spot. The cost of the program is $70 for one child, $95 for 2 children and $110 for 3 or more. Please note that your child will not be denied access to the program if you are unable to pay the fee. For further information, please contact Jennie Parsons-Armstrong at (514) 481-0267 or by email at jennie.armstrong@bell.net .

PASTORAL HOME CARE VISITORS The next Reflection Group meeting will be held in the rectory on Tuesday, May 14 after the 8:00 a.m. Mass.