september 06, 2015

SEPTEMBER 06, 2015 - YEAR B
Reflection: “He Makes the Deaf to Hear and
Dumb to Speak”
Mark 7.31-37
23RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME ~ Jesus restores a man's hearing
and speech.
OUR LADY OF
PERPETUAL HELP PARISH
635 Tranquille Road Kamloops, BC V2B 3H5
Pastor:
Fr. Paul Simms
In Residence:
Fr. Martin Peyton
Office Staff: Jackie Ulrich and
Kathy Beauchamp
Phone:
250-376-5541
Fax:
250-376-5526
email: olphkamloops@shaw.ca
Website: www.olphkamloops.ca
Office Hours: 8:30 am-3:30 pm
MASS TIMES
Sunday:
Saturday
5:00 pm
Sunday
8:30 am
10:30 am
Week Day:
Monday-Friday 7:30 am
Tuesday-Friday 9:00 am
Saturday
9:00 am
Sacrament of
Reconciliation:
Saturday
3-4 pm
ADORATION OF THE
BLESSED SACRAMENT:
1st Friday of Every Month
Until Noon
WEDDINGS - Please call the
rectory for an appointment six
months before planning the wedding date.
BAPTISMS - A pre-Baptism
course is required.
the rectory for an
appointment.
Please call
In today's reading, Jesus heals a man who was deaf and had a speech impediment. This is a story about Jesus' healing power, and in it we find clues about
our understanding of sacrament. We are struck by the physical means used to
heal the man, the use of spittle and touch. The Church continues to celebrate
the sacraments using physical means. In the Sacrament of Baptism, water and
oil are used to show the power of the Holy Spirit. In the Sacrament of the
Anointing of the Sick, we are anointed with holy oil on the forehead and the
hands. In the Eucharist, bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ.
We are a sacramental people who believe that God's grace is given to us
through these physical signs.
Some, however, see in this Gospel an image of the proclamation of the good
news of Jesus to the Gentiles. The geographic references tell us that Jesus is
journeying through Gentile territory. Jesus had previously visited this region
and healed a person possessed by a demon. Jesus was already famous there,
which explains why people brought the deaf man to him. Mark shows that
Jesus' own mission affirms the early Church's mission to the Gentiles. This was
a significant issue to the early Christian community, which found that the good
news of Jesus took root and spread quickly among the Gentiles. Yet there is
an irony in the story of healing that Mark tells. Jesus gives the man the gift of
speech, but then tells him not to use it. Jesus asks that the news of his
healing power, which is evidence of his identity as the Messiah, not be spread.
This is a recurring motif in Mark's Gospel and is sometimes called the
“messianic secret.”
www.loyalapress.com/sundayconnection
The fall meeting of the KAMLOOPS DIOCESE DEVELOPMENT AND
PEACE will take place in the foyer of Holy Family Church on September 11
and continuing throughout the day September 12. This is an important
meeting as we will be preparing for the fall campaign which will present Pope
Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si to parishioners throughout the Diocese, and give
them a first chance to act on the Pope’s call to action. FMI contact Pete Hart,
250-397-2645. Everyone is encouraged to attend!
LABOUR DAY WEEKEND!
This weekend is the Labour
Day Weekend, which marks
the end of the summer
vacation
period
and
the
resumption of activities in our
homes, parish and school.
We are all encouraged to
actively participate in Parish
activities by sharing our time,
talents and treasures.
A warm welcome to visitors to
OLPH Parish and a safe
journey to all who are travelling.
Please note that the Parish
Office will be closed for
the Labour Day Holiday on
Monday, September 7th.
GOD IS CALLING YOU TO
A DEEPER RELATIONSHIP WITH HIM. WILL
YOU RESPOND?
If we consider that God is the Divine Bridegroom and the
Church is his Bride, then the prophets can be seen as
“spiritual marriage counselors.” They afflict the comfortable
and comfort the afflicted, calling us to return to our covenant relationship with God. They urge us to repentance,
warn us of the dangers of sin, and announce the blessings
of faithfulness. Their prophetic words speak to us even
today, as they draw us closer to our heavenly Bridegroom.
Join the study THE PROPHETS: MESSENGERS OF GOD’S
MERCY beginning on Tuesday September 15 at 1:00 pm
at the Bishop’s office. For more information call Adele
250-376-3351.
THE OKANAGAN LIVE-IN IS OFFERING A WEEKEND IN
KELOWNA ON OCTOBER 23 - 25, 2015
The Live-In will be held at Immaculata High School, 1493
K.L.O. Road Kelowna B.C. V1W3NB
The Live In, is an experience of God's Love through Jesus,
through an experience of the Live In faith community.
If you have made your Live-In weekend, consider deepening your faith by being part of the back up community. In
serving others, we serve Jesus.
Contact: Darlene Heaney 250 542 8690
LIVE MUSIC Saturday September 12 at 7:30pm w ith
Kathleen Claire. She is an internationally-travelled singersongwriter from Saskatchewan, known best for her soothing
melodies and lyrics in the contemplative folk tradition.
Come out for a beautiful evening of music at Zack's Coffee
on 4th & Victoria Street. Admission by donation & CDs for
purchase. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. For
more information contact Adele.
WORLD MEETING OF
FAMILIES
SEPTEMBER 22 – 25,
2015
Since its inception by Saint
John Paul II in 1994, the
World Meeting of Families
has strengthened the sacred bonds of families across
the globe. Held every three years and sponsored by
the Holy See’s Pontifical Council for the Family, the
World Meeting of Families is the world’s largest
Catholic gathering of families. Each World Meeting of
Families has a theme that energizes and enlivens the
event while adding great depth of meaning to our
understanding of families. The theme of the World
Meeting of Families – Philadelphia 2015 is “Love Is
Our Mission: The Family Fully Alive,” emphasizing the impact of the love and life of families on
our society.
For more information visit http://
www.worldmeeting2015.org/
WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES PRAYER:
God and Father of us all, in Jesus, your
Son and our Savior, you have made us
your sons and daughters in the family of
the Church. May your grace and love help
our families in every part of the world be
united to one another in fidelity to the
Gospel. May the example of the Holy
Family, with the aid of your Holy Spirit,
guide all families, especially those most
troubled, to be homes of communion and
prayer and to always seek your truth and
live in your love. Through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Jesus, Mary and Joseph, pray for us!
The Diocese of Kamloops presents an adult faith formation study
EPIC: A JOURNEY THROUGH CHURCH HISTORY.
This 20 week program provides Catholics with a fast-paced, panoramic understanding of Catholic history, instilling in
participants a greater sense of meaning and identity as heirs to two-thousand years of Catholic heritage.
Many in our society misunderstand and even attack our Church for the supposed misdeeds of the past. Topics such
as the Crusades, the “Inquisition”, and Galileo are used in an attempt to discredit the Church and her role in the
world. What is the truth concerning these events and persons? How can you answer the objections?
Join us for this exciting journey through Church history and you will:
 Learn about the major people, places, and events of the two-thousand years of Church history.
 Learn the true story of the Crusades, Protestant Reformation, and Galileo.
 Discover the massive persecution of Christians in the Church history.
 See the workings of the Holy Spirit throughout and much more!
Dates: Tuesdays, September 22, 2015 – March 8, 2016 at 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm.
Location: Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish Centre
Fee for Materials: $35.00 For more information, or to register, please contact: Rita Bittante at 250-376-3351, or
info@rcdk.org. Registration forms available at the Parish Office.
COMMISSIONING MASS for all Catholic teachers
and Catechists on Sunday September 20th at the
10:30 am Mass.
Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 20th.
OLPH wants to welcome Fr. Paul to the
Parish and congratulate Fr. Martin on his
retirement. Outside Games and fun beginning at 3:00 pm with Pot-Luck dinner at 5:00
pm. More information to follow. Questions?
please call Gemma Bittante at 250-376-3530.
CWL
GENERAL
MEETING & POT
LUCK DINNER!!
September16th (Please Note the change of
date from our regular 2nd Wednesday) –
Mass @ 6:00 pm followed by Pot Luck dinner in
Parish Centre. CWL members and all ladies of
the Parish are welcome!! Bring your favourite
dish and a friend!! FMI call Judy Robinson at
250-376-1960.
LEGION OF MARY - Annual Silent Retreat at
the Immaculate Heart of Mary Shrine in Cache
Creek, September 11, 12 & 13, 2015, with Deacon
Eddy as our Spiritual Director.
Cost of Retreat
$135.00. FMI contact Rose Corea 250-374-4955.
The KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS 4TH DEGREE will
meet on Thursday September 17th at 7:00 pm at
LeJeune Manor. Law rence Beaton, FN
2015 YEAR OF THE CONSECRATED LIFE: There
will be a special diocesan event held at OLPH Parish
Centre on Saturday November 14th from 10 am
– 3 pm. Come and learn about the consecrated life
from
those
within
the
diocese who are living the
consecrated
life.
It
is
important to register at the
chancery, as lunch is provided and we need to know how
many people are coming.
Mass will be celebrated at 11:45 am with Bishop
Monroe as the main celebrant. This promises to be
an interesting, informative and enjoyable day so
please plan to attend. Call 250-376-3351 to register!
POPE FRANCIS’ PRAYER INTENTIONS
FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER
Universal: Opportunities for the Young ~
That opportunities for education and
employment may increase for all young people.
Evangelization: Catechists ~ That catechists may
give witness by living in a way consistent with the
faith they proclaim.
THE ANNUAL CONFERENCE of the Catholic
Health Association of British Columbia will
be held on September 17th at the Executive Plaza
Hotel in Coquitlam. Our theme this year is
“Understanding the Moral, Ethical and Practical Complexities of Assisted Suicide”. The fee for the day is
$150.00 and everyone is welcome to attend. Further
details can be found at www.chabc.bc.ca.
AN INVITATION to all Ladies of the
Parish to join us for lunch on Monday
September 14th, 2015 at Sunmei
Taiwanese Restaurant located at 413
Tranquille Road (across the street from
Tony’s Welding Shop) at 11:30 am. For a
ride or more information call Helen @ 250 376 3383.
CATHOLIC FAITH - If you are, or know someone who is, interested in learning more about our
Catholic Faith, please contact Fr. Paul 250-3765541
There will be a memorial mass for Veronica Cruz on
Tuesday, September 8th at 7:00 pm. May her soul and
the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace.
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL IN
VERNON is seeking qualified candidates for a combined certified educational assistant/teaching position for
the 2015-2016 school year. Specifically, this position consists of a 0.2
FTE learning assistance teaching position with a
focus on Math and Special Education, combined
with a 0.8 FTE CEA position. The CEA position
involves working with students in grades one
through five. Experience addressing student
needs across a variety of grade levels.
As a Catholic school, the teachings of the
Catholic faith are integrated into all aspects of
the school and therefore candidates that
actively practice their faith are highly valued.
A degree or course work in this specialized
area, along with teaching experience would
greatly be valued.
To inquire about this position, contact the
principal of St. James, Mr. Paul Rossetti, at
principalsjs@shaw.ca
To request an application, please contact the
superintendent of schools, Kelly Tries, at superintendent@ciskd.ca
This position will remain posted until filled.
FAITH
FORMATION
FOR
CHILDREN in Kindergarten
to Grade 7 who are not
attending Catholic Schools will
be resuming on MONDAY,
SEPTEMBER 21ST AT 6:00 pm. For more
information or to register your child(ren)
please phone Kathy at 250-579-5105 or OLPH
Parish Office at 250-376-5541.
Attention Thompson Rivers University
Students A Catholic Club has been established
on campus. The club’s purpose statement is
“We are a group who believe in the Lord Jesus
Christ and truths of the Catholic faith.” We
believe in enriching ourselves and sharing with
others. For more information look on Facebook
- Kamloops Catholic Connection Page
GOD'S SQUAD, the
Youth Group at Holy
Family Parish, is hosting
an afternoon of food, fun
and
games for all youth grade
8 and older.
Lunch is provided. Sunday, September 20th
after mass until 3:00 pm. Games, a video,
music, prayer, sharing, and fun-fun-fun!!
Come eat and play with us! See Holy Family
website for more information or contact
Louise Smit @ n_lsmit@telus.net.
A NATIONAL CAMPAIGN WEBSITE for Palliative
and Home Care: Against Euthanasia and Assisted
Suicide http://www.lifegivinglove.com/english
MASS INTENTIONS The first intention listed for each day is
said here. We try to accommodate all masses on the day they are
requested but this is not always possible. All others are sent to the
Missions. Mass for souls of, is indicated by the + symbol.
SEPTEMBER 05, 2015 - SEPTEMBER 13, 2015
5:00 PM Intentions OLPH Parishioners
SATURDAY
23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
SUNDAY
8:30 AM
23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
SUNDAY
10:30 AM
23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Special Intentions
+ Mae O’Hara
Intentions OLPH Parishioners
+ Maddalena Pozza
+ Edna Maurer
Intentions Daryll Snow
+ Marguerite Frymire
NO MASS
9:00 AM
TUESDAY
7:30 AM + Jose Santos
Nativity of the BVM
+ Domenic DeCicco
TUESDAY
9:00 PM + Nora Wilmot
WEDNESDAY
7:30 AM + Iain MacArthur
St. Peter Claver, Priest
WEDNESDAY
7:30 AM + Mary MacArthur
THURSDAY
9:00 AM
FRIDAY
7:30 AM + Eva Fuergutz
FRIDAY
9:00 AM + Rita & Nello Favero
SATURDAY
9:00 AM Intentions Daryll Snow
SATURDAY
5:00 PM Intentions OLPH Parishioners
+ Carmela, Giuseppina & Zenaide
Vetere
SUNDAY
NO MASS
+ Margo Isfelt
+ Cornelius Mayers
+ Clarence Neis
+ August Schrauwen
10:30 AM
250-376-2343
Fax: 250-376-2361
COMMITTEES
Finance Committee:
Keith Fuergutz, Brent MacLeod,
Albert Malfair, Rafael Santos, Ralph Sherbo
Catholic · Family · Fraternity · Service
Executive Meeting - First Thursday of the month, 7:00 pm
General Meeting - Second Thursday of the month, 7:00 pm
Contact: Tony Bradwell - 236-425-0466
LIGHT OF GOD CATHOLIC CHARISMATIC
PRAYER GROUP
Meets Thursdays @ 7:00 pm in the Church Basement
Contact Lorraine Spada @ 250-376-0914 FMI.
ALL are welcome to join us!
EL SHADDAI PRAYER GROUP -
8:30 AM + Palmira Cupello
24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Phone:
Explore your interest in joining the Knights.
Intentions Jocelyn & John Rochard
24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
www.olphschool.ca
Meetings held at LeJeune Manor:
THURSDAY
SUNDAY
Website:
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL 8132
9:00 AM Intentions Betty Lamothe & Family
24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Mr. Christopher Yuen
Attention Catholic Women’s League Members
Meeting Date and Times
Executive Meeting - Last W ednesday of the
Month at 6:30 pm
General Monthly Meeting - Second W ednesday
of the Month, following 6:30 pm Mass at the Church. Both
meetings are held in the Parish Centre.
Contact: Judy Robinson 250-376-1960
Labour Day
MONDAY
Principal:
Pastoral Council: Reynold Herman, Judy Robinson, Mary
-Lee Zurawell
7:30 AM + Anania Family
MONDAY
OLPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
+ Marco D’Agnolo
+ Brenda MacLean
Intentions OLPH Parishioners
+ Marie Meyer
+ Marguerite Frymire
COLLECTION - AUGUST 30: Envelope $4,351.95; Loose
$517.15; Vigil Lights & Candles $98.64; Stole Offering (Wedding/
Baptism) $600.00; Holy Childhood $10.05;
CHECK OUT THE NEWS about the harm of RU-486
http://4mycanada.ca/wp/ This site also has information
regarding the Federal Election on October 19.
GENERAL GRANTS has put out recycle boxes at both
their locations - 611 Fortune Drive and 1395 Battle Street
for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Bring your bottles to
either location and the proceeds will be directed to St. Vincent de Paul every month. A great way to help support the
society and help the poor and marginalized in our City!
“ WE MUST LOVE WHILE
WE SUFFER AND WE MUST
SUFFER IF WE LOVE.”…. S . J V
T OHN IANNEY
Meets Sunday @ 1:00 pm in the Church Basement
Everyone Welcome
PRAYERS have been requested for the fol-
lowing people who are living – Angela, Maria
Anselmo; Jeff & Sarah Bayntun; Suzanne Bayntun;
Bossé Family; Walter Box; Lill Burnett; Caleb &
Shane Cameron; Carlo; Susan Charlton; Ann Connolly & Family; Tony Consalvo; Diane & Vern Costain; Gary,
Gayle Daneliuk & Family; Robert De’Angelis; Marie Deering;
M & R Dell & Family; DeSmet Family; Pat & Alice Desmond;
Karen Drake; Jack Dumont; Jovana Fanti; Father Peter & All
Priests; Mickey Finley; Gary; Jeannette Godin & Family;
Andrew Hagel; Berthe Hall; Irene; Jessie; Joey, Kristen,
Robin & Rudy; July; Katina & Lordoane; Teresa Keenan;
Kimberley; Barry Kostering; Bryce Kowalsky; Marcelle
Lavoie; Leon; Dave Levy; Julie & Leo Loranger; Lucy; Don,
Marj & Rick Lynds; Laurette Martin; Roland Martin; Robert
Randall; Hilda MacLean; Ana & Randy McKay; Jim McSheely;
Brayden, Muriel & Ron Methot; Miles; Jamie Morgan; Mary
Muraca; Joe Murphy; Nellie; Rose New; Pauline Oven; Bernard & Irene Poelzer; Ruth; Andrew Rees; Debbie Rieth;
Israel & Paulina Romo; Marie Ross; Margie Santos; Brian &
Nora Scallon; Eileen Schrauwen; Julie & Ken Scheiunek,
Frank Shumborski; Srs. of Saint Ann; Michelle Emily
Stokkland;
Jim
Robillard-Smeaton;
Steven;
Walter
Smeaton; Feliciano Tagura & Family; Bea & Len Uhrich; Don
& Pat Uhrich; Joe Uhrich & Family; Val & Ruth Ulrich & Family; Ann Marie Wakely; Leah Wharton; Will; Maureen
Wunderlick;