Parish News

COMPANIONS OF THE CROSS: The General Assembly of the Companions of the Cross will take place this year from Jan 30th to Feb 3rd. During this time of prayer and reflection a Moderator and General council will be elected. This General Assembly takes place every six years. On February 3rd, upon their return, the Lay Associates of the Companions of the Cross are hosting a Holy Hour with Praise and Worship, Eucharistic adoration, and Benediction. During this time we will meet the newly elected council, for the first time and pray for all our priests. At the conclusion a social will be held in the basement This celebration will be held at Blessed Sacrament Church, 194 Fourth Ave, on February 3rd, at 7pm. let us join in prayer for Gods will to be done as we eagerly await the news!!!!! Everyone is welcome.

FRIENDS OF MADONNA HOUSE GATHERING: Holy Rosary church hall, 20 Grant St., Sunday, February 5, 4:00 p.m.; Rosary at 3:45 p.m. Speaker: Maria Victoria, Madonna House staff worker on Crazy Love: Reflections on Vocation, Formation and the Hidden Life. Info: Giulia (613-656-5528); (ottawafriendsofmh@gmail.com).

LADIES GUILD MEETING Tuesday, February 07^th 11:00a.m: All ideas as per our discussion at the last meeting will be reviewed. Anyone interested in joining the Guild please call Shirley at 613-728-0265.

MAGNIFICAT MINISTRIES: Into the Deep – Holiness & Prayer Seminar. Saturday, February 11, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Holy Rosary Parish, 20 Grant St. Info/registration: Marcel Dion (marcel@magnificatministries.ca); (613-421-0388)

PARKDALE FOOD CENTRE – YOUR LOCAL FOOD BANK: No one should go hungry at any time of the year. You can make a difference in the lives of low-income families, seniors and individuals threatened by hunger, by donating non-perishable items. Donations can be left in the Donation Cupboard at the front entrance of the Church. Donated items will be delivered to the Parkdale Food Centre.

Diocesan and Community Events

NET MINISTRIES OF CANADA – INTERVIEW RETREAT: For those between the ages of 18-30, interested in serving with NET Ministries for the 2012-2013 year. Annunciation of the Lord Parish, February 3, 6:00 p.m. - February 4, 6:00 p.m.

INVITATION TO MEN OF THE DIOCESE: "Be a Man" Series - be the man God is calling you to be, from the book by Fr. Larry Richards. Offered by Men of the Eucharist. Feb. 3, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m., Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn Place. Adoration, Confessions & "Be a Man" Series. Info: Keith Doucette (613-790-4071); (keithdoucettedm@gmail.com).

Holy Hour with the Companions newly elected Moderator and Council: February 3, 2012 7:00pm. Blessed Sacrament Church 194 Fourth Ave, Ottawa. The General Assembly of the Companions of the Cross takes place every six years. This year the assembly is taking place from Jan 30 - Feb 3, 2012. During this time of prayer and reflection a Moderator and General council will be elected. Upon their return on Feb 3rd, the Lay Associates of the Companions of the Cross are hosting a Holy Hour with Praise and Worship, Eucharistic adoration, and Benediction. During this time we will meet the newly elected council for the first time, and pray for all of our priests. At the conclusion a social will be held in the basement. Everyone is welcome.

INVITATION TO RELIGIOUS & CLERGY TO CELEBRATE ‘WORLD DAY FOR CONSECRATED LIFE’: Mass at Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes, 435 Montreal Rd, Vanier, Sat., February 4, 9:30 a.m. followed by a reception at Maison Accueil Sagesse (across the street). RSVP to Pastoral Services (613-738-5025, ext. 217; abrown@ArchOttawa.ca).

DEVELOPMENT & PEACE (CCODP) SHARE LENT WORKSHOP: Help a just world take root! For all those interested in learning about how they can participate in the Share Lent campaign for Development and Peace this year. Sat., Feb. 4 at Assumption Parish, 320 Olmstead. Coffee & registration at 8:30 a.m.; program at 9:00 a.m.; concludes with solidarity lunch at 12:00 p.m. NO COST. Please RSVP: Larry Martin (613-526-0390); (ldmartin@sympatico.ca).

MARYVALE ACADEMY 6^TH ANNUAL GALA: With Live and Silent Auction, Saturday, February 4, at Hellenic Center, 1315 Prince of Wales Dr., cocktails at 6:00 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m. Theme: "Love Endures Forever". Info & tickets: contact School Principal Michael Dopp (613-321-2186); (michael.dopp@maryvaleacademy.ca).

DON BOSCO GALA: Youth Ministry will be celebrated at the 4^th annual Don Bosco Gala, Saturday, February 4. For all involved in Youth Ministry. Awards will be given to outstanding volunteers in Youth Ministry who have been nominated by their parishes and groups. Joe Vogel (NET Ministries) will speak on the Heart of Youth Ministry. This is a dressy event! Cost: $20/person. Info & tickets: Ted (thurley@archottawa.ca); (613-738-5025 ext 231).

DEVELOPMENT & PEACE (CCODP) NEEDS VOLUNTEERS: Build a better world straight from your parish! Seeking new volunteers and Parish Representatives to support this year’s Share Lent campaign. “Intro to Share Lent for New Volunteers” workshop, Wed., Feb. 8, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. at the Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn Place, Room 108. Social at 6:00 p.m. Please RSVP: Genevieve Gallant (613-738-9644); (ggallant@devp.org).

VIGIL OF EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: For priests, for an end to abortion, for world peace. St. Patrick’s Basilica (downstairs). Friday, February 10, 8:30 p.m. – Saturday, February 11, 6:30 a.m. Rosaries, Chaplet of Divine Mercy (3:00 a.m.), Litany of Reparation to the Blessed Sacrament (6:00 a.m.). Info: Naomi Visser (613-825-9704).

MICHAEL COREN AT SAINT PATRICK’S BASILICA: Michael Coren, author and commentator, will speak in the Scavi at Saint Patrick’s Basilica on Saturday, February 11, 7:00 p.m. His book, Why Catholics are Right, will be on hand for sale and the author will sign copies of his work. Info: (613-233-1125).

VALENTINE DESSERT & CARD PARTY: Card games, desserts, prizes. Sun., Feb. 12, 2:00 p.m. St. Ignatius Parish, 518 Donald St. (rear entrance). Tickets: $10 at door. Free parking. Info: (613-745-9702); (613-748-6093).

GREGORIAN CHANT & CHORAL MUSIC CLASSES - OPEN HOUSE: Join Lawrence Harris for an hour of music-making, and find out about winter classes and events. Room 201, Dominican University College, 96 Empress. Sun., Feb. 12, 3:00 p.m. Develop your singing skills and boost your confidence. Admission is free. Info: (613-567-7729).

"PARISH RENEWAL" MISSION: At St. Martin de Porres Parish, Richmond Road, Nepean. The Mission will be conducted by Father Eugene O'Reilly CSsR. from Sunday, February 12 - Wednesday, February 15, 7:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Info: (613-828-6720).

SPIRITUAL MOTHERHOOD OF PRIESTS APOSTOLATE: Spiritual Motherhood plays a role in witnessing to the importance of the Holy Eucharist & Priesthood. For all women. Info session: Feb. 13, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., St. Mary’s Church. Info: (spiritualmotherhoodottawa@gmail.com); Maria Pirrone (613-225-6067); Maria Nicastro (613-723-1135).

GLASMACHER LECTURE: Procedures and Protection of Rights in the Church and Its Relevance for Religious Liberty. Speaker: Professor Kurt Martens, professor at the School of Canon Law, Catholic University of America, editor of The Jurist, and consultant to the Committee on Canonical Affairs and Church Governance of the USCCB. Saint-Paul University, 223 Main St., February 17, 7:00 p.m. in the Amphitheatre 1124 (Guigues Hall). Reception follows. Info: (Glasmacher@ustpaul.ca); (www.ustpaul.ca).

PRAY FOR PRIESTS: The Ministry of Women of the Eucharist is inviting women to Adoration, Confession & Mass at Holy Redeemer Church, Sat., Feb. 18, 8:00 a.m. Goal is for women to include in their daily prayers, an intention for all priests, especially for their own pastor(s). Info: Mary Sheridan (613-224-0284); (womenoftheeucharist@gmail.com).

CHRISTIAN INITIATION - RITE OF ELECTION & CALLING CANDIDATES TO LENTEN RENEWAL: Notre Dame Cathedral. Sunday, February 26, 2:30 p.m. Parishes, please ensure that your participation form, now online at www.CatholicOttawa.ca under Pastoral Services/Christian Initiation, is returned to the Diocesan Centre by fax (613-738-0130) or (abrown@ArchOttawa.ca) as soon as possible. All family & friends are welcome to attend.

‘JOURNEY OF THE UNIVERSE’: Presenter: Prof Heather Eaton, Saint Paul University. Feb. 18, Mar. 17, Apr. 21, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Cost: $5/session. Info: Kairos Spirituality-for-Social Justice Centre, 211 Bronson; (kairos@bellnet.ca); (613-236–6557).

WOMEN’S BOOK CHAT: St. Mary's Women's group will be meeting in the church sacristy to discuss the book, 'The Feminine Genius: Every Woman's Journey' by Katrina Zeno. February 3, 10, & 17, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. If you need a copy of this book please contact Jolene (613-839-9387).

ELDER CARE GIVING 3^RD ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON SPIRITUALITY & AGING: Saint Paul University, Thurs., Feb. 23. Workshops in English & French. Cost: $60; $25 Seniors, Caregivers & Students. Price incl. lunch, snacks, parking. Info & registration: (www.coaottawa.ca) or Khadija Haffajee (613-749-7138). Registration required by NOON on Friday, February 17.

FRASSATI CATHOLIC FELLOWSHIP: A group of adults aged 24-39 seeking to deepen faith with friends, under the patronage of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati. Feb. 24, 7:00 p.m., St. Patrick's Basilica scavi. Rosary followed by Fr. Robert Barron's "Catholicism" series. Info: Mark (613-248-1037); (frassati.fellowship@gmail.com); or on Facebook.

PRO-LIFE MASS: Mass: February 25, 10:00 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Parish, 1303 Leaside Avenue.

MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER: If there was a possibility that your marriage could be better... that you and your spouse could deepen your love, be happier and closer to one another, would you take that chance? Experience a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. March 2 - 4. Info: (613-834-8348); (timandloucote@sympatico.ca)

SCRIPTURE PRESENTATION, ST. LEONARD PARISH, MANOTICK: With Rev. A Spatafora, Saint Paul University. Feb. 28, Mar. 6 & 13, 7:00 p.m. in the parish hall. Info: Parish Office (613-692-4254).

MARCH LENTEN FILM SERIES: St. Basil's Mission and Social Justice Committee will be showing a series of films related to Social Justice and Ecological issues, every Thursday in March, 7:30 p.m. at St. Basil Church Hall. Includes film, short discussion and social time. Information: (613-729-5149).

LENTEN WORKSHOP/RETREAT: "Women in Christian Tradition", with Barbara Bosak, CSJ. March 9-11. Galilee Centre, Arnprior. Info/registration: (http://www.galileecentre.com/); (613-623-4242).

NATIONAL YOUTH MINISTRY CONFERENCE: Every two years the Canadian Catholic Youth Ministry Network (CCYMN) organizes a national conference for those in Youth Ministry. The 2012 conference will be held March 9-11 in Ottawa at the Delta City Centre Hotel. Theme: "Be Still and Know that I am God". 3 talks: "Be Still and Know that I am God" (Archbishop Prendergast), "Living the Word of God" (Archbishop Durocher) and "The New Evangelization" (Archbishop Smith). To equip those involved in Youth Ministry: Volunteers with Parishes and Movements, Coordinators of Youth Ministry, Directors of Youth Ministry, Missionaries from Youth Movements, Chaplaincy Leaders and Chaplains. Info & registration: (www.bestill.ca) or Ted Hurley (613-738-5025 ext 231).

PRAYING WITH PAINT: The Icon of the Black Madonna of Częstochowa. March 18-24, Galilee Centre, Arnprior. Participants will be guided to paint and gild their own 8" x 10" icon; suitable for all levels of painting experience; all material provided. Info/registration: (http://www.galileecentre.com/); (613-623-4242)

SEMINAR ON THE FAMILY: Planned by Catholic Organization for Life and Family (COLF). Theme: ‘Man and Woman, Spouses and Parents: Forming Christian Citizens’. At the Sheraton Hotel, Ottawa, March 22-23, 2012. Spaces limited. Info: Michèle Boulva (613-241-9461, ext. 141); (mboulva@colf.ca).

PRIESTS FOR LIFE CANADA PRO-LIFE SYMPOSIUM FOR CLERGY: Euthanasia – False Compassion. April 17-18, 2012 in Ottawa. Keynote Presenter: Dr. José Pereira. Symposium Fee: $100, included meals. Info: (1-888-300-2007); (mail@priestsforlifecanada.com).

OTTAWA PASTORAL CARE TRAINING PROGRAMME: Basic Course begins Mon., Mar. 5 – May 7, 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. or 7:00 – 9:30 p.m. Emmanuel United Church, 691 Smyth Rd. Cost: $95 by Feb. 27. Preregistration mandatory. Info: Verna Nuttall, Administrator (613-692-3369); Richard Vincent (613-730-0208); (www.ottawapastoralcare.com).

ANNUAL CATHOLIC HEALTH ALLIANCE OF CANADA (CHAC) CONVENTION: "Spirituality and health care: Growing into wholeness"/ "Spiritualité et soins de santé : Atteindre la plénitude". May 9-11, 2012 in St. John's, Nfld. Info: (www.chac.ca). Executive Director: (jroche@bruyere.org).

MONTÉE JENESSE MONTRÉAL: The Truth Will Set You Free (John 8:32). A bilingual Youth Summit, May 18-21. Speakers: Christopher West and Mike Mangione & the Union. Costs before March 1: students $125; adults $175 (not including room & board). Info: (www.youthsummit.ca); (jeunesse@diocesemontreal.org); (514-925-4300, ext. 256).

CONFIRMATIONS OUTSIDE OF THE EASTER VIGIL: Archbishop Prendergast will celebrate Confirmation for adults (grade 9 & above) on Pentecost Sunday, May 27 and children (grades 6-8) on Trinity Sunday, June 3 at the noon Mass at Notre Dame Cathedral. Parishes wishing to register candidates, please contact Pastoral Services.

50TH INTERNATIONAL EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS, DUBLIN, IRELAND, JUNE 8 – 18, 2012 with Archbishop Prendergast is fast approaching. Please consider participating in this pilgrimage and so support the Church in Ireland. Please call now for further details. Info: Fr. Jonathan Blake (jsblake@gmail.com) or Gail Goshko (613-744-1418).

ONTARIO LITURGICAL CONFERENCE – CONFERENCE ON CHRISTIAN INITIATION: ‘Go and Make Disciples of All Nations”. In Mississauga on November 6 & 7, 2012. Facilitator: Dr. Jerry Galipeau. Intended for diocesan and parish leaders involved in RCIA for adults and children of catechetical age, Infant Baptism, Confirmation and First Holy Communion. Info: Catherine Ecker (cecker@archtoronto.org), chairperson of the Christian Initiation Committee.

Updated by James Colynuck: February 3, 2012