Dear Brethren,
Lenten Mission
I invite you to join us at this year's Lenten Mission Series. The first session is tomorrow from 6 to 8 pm which shall focus on The Weight of our Brokenness. We will have our very own Fr. Emmanuel Ogla leading this session. The second session on Saturday, March 14 will be led by Scott Bagshaw from Alpha USA. Scott will lead the reflection on The Mercy of Christ. This series is a great way for us to find renewal and refreshment in the presence of God.
May God bless you.
Mercadillo
Me gustaría expresar mi más sincero agradecimiento al comité del mercadillo por el gran éxito de este evento. Estoy especialmente agradecida a Debbi Fitzgerald por haber dirigido el mercadillo de este año de una manera excepcional. Debbi, su familia y los miembros del comité dedicaron innumerables horas a recibir, clasificar y transportar las donaciones, a montarlo todo y, posteriormente, a recogerlo todo. Gracias a todos los que donaron artículos y ofrecieron su tiempo como voluntarios. Fue estupendo ver una cola de gente esperando para entrar y dispuesta a comprar. ¡Gracias al esfuerzo de todos, recaudamos más de 14 000 dólares! Estos ingresos se destinarán a sufragar nuestros gastos para seguir reforzando el trabajo que hacemos por nuestra comunidad y nuestros vecinos. ¡Gracias a todos!
Misión de Cuaresma
Os invito a participar en la serie de sesiones de la Misión de Cuaresma de este año. La primera sesión tendrá lugar mañana, de 18:00 a 20:00, y se centrará en «El peso de nuestro quebrantamiento». Contamos con nuestro propio P. Emmanuel Ogla para dirigir esta sesión. La segunda sesión, el sábado 14 de marzo, estará a cargo de Scott Bagshaw, de Alpha USA. Scott dirigirá la reflexión sobre «La misericordia de Cristo». Esta serie es una excelente manera de encontrar renovación y revitalización en la presencia de Dios.
Antes de cada sesión, habrá un refrigerio ligero disponible hasta las 18:30.
Servicio de penitencia de Cuaresma
Celebraremos nuestro servicio de penitencia de Cuaresma el martes 17 de marzo a las 19:00 h. Invito a todos a que se unan a nosotros para la reflexión, la oración en comunidad y el sacramento de la Reconciliación, mientras continuamos nuestro camino por la Cuaresma y preparamos nuestros corazones para la Pascua, apoyándonos en la misericordia y el perdón de Dios. Varios sacerdotes de otras parroquias se unirán al P. Emmanuel y a mí para la confesión individual.
Que Dios los bendiga.
Reverendo Manasseh Iorchir, VC
Rummage Sale
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Rummage Sale committee for a very successful event. I am especially grateful to Debbi Fitzgerald for leading this year's rummage sale in an outstanding way. Debbi, her family and the committee members spent countless hours accepting, sorting, transporting donations and setting everything up and then cleaning up afterwards. Thank you to all who donated items and volunteered their time. It was great to see a line of people waiting to get in and ready to shop. Because of everyone's efforts, we raised over $14,000! These proceeds will go towards our expenses to continue to strengthen the work we do for our community and neighbors. Thank you everyone!
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Rummage Sale committee for a very successful event. I am especially grateful to Debbi Fitzgerald for leading this year's rummage sale in an outstanding way. Debbi, her family and the committee members spent countless hours accepting, sorting, transporting donations and setting everything up and then cleaning up afterwards. Thank you to all who donated items and volunteered their time. It was great to see a line of people waiting to get in and ready to shop. Because of everyone's efforts, we raised over $14,000! These proceeds will go towards our expenses to continue to strengthen the work we do for our community and neighbors. Thank you everyone!
Lenten Mission
I invite you to join us at this year's Lenten Mission Series. The first session is tomorrow from 6 to 8 pm which shall focus on The Weight of our Brokenness. We will have our very own Fr. Emmanuel Ogla leading this session. The second session on Saturday, March 14 will be led by Scott Bagshaw from Alpha USA. Scott will lead the reflection on The Mercy of Christ. This series is a great way for us to find renewal and refreshment in the presence of God.
Before each session, a light snack will be available until 6:30 pm.
Lenten Penance Service
Lenten Penance Service
We shall have our Lenten penance service on Tuesday, March 17 at 7 pm. I invite everyone to join us for reflection, communal prayer, and the Sacrament of Reconciliation as we continue to journey through Lent and prepare our hearts for Easter leaning on God's mercy and forgiveness. Several priests from other parishes will be joining Fr. Emmanuel and I for individual confession.
May God bless you.
Rev. Manasseh Iorchir, VC
Queridos hermanos,
Me gustaría expresar mi más sincero agradecimiento al comité del mercadillo por el gran éxito de este evento. Estoy especialmente agradecida a Debbi Fitzgerald por haber dirigido el mercadillo de este año de una manera excepcional. Debbi, su familia y los miembros del comité dedicaron innumerables horas a recibir, clasificar y transportar las donaciones, a montarlo todo y, posteriormente, a recogerlo todo. Gracias a todos los que donaron artículos y ofrecieron su tiempo como voluntarios. Fue estupendo ver una cola de gente esperando para entrar y dispuesta a comprar. ¡Gracias al esfuerzo de todos, recaudamos más de 14 000 dólares! Estos ingresos se destinarán a sufragar nuestros gastos para seguir reforzando el trabajo que hacemos por nuestra comunidad y nuestros vecinos. ¡Gracias a todos!
Misión de Cuaresma
Os invito a participar en la serie de sesiones de la Misión de Cuaresma de este año. La primera sesión tendrá lugar mañana, de 18:00 a 20:00, y se centrará en «El peso de nuestro quebrantamiento». Contamos con nuestro propio P. Emmanuel Ogla para dirigir esta sesión. La segunda sesión, el sábado 14 de marzo, estará a cargo de Scott Bagshaw, de Alpha USA. Scott dirigirá la reflexión sobre «La misericordia de Cristo». Esta serie es una excelente manera de encontrar renovación y revitalización en la presencia de Dios.
Antes de cada sesión, habrá un refrigerio ligero disponible hasta las 18:30.
Servicio de penitencia de Cuaresma
Celebraremos nuestro servicio de penitencia de Cuaresma el martes 17 de marzo a las 19:00 h. Invito a todos a que se unan a nosotros para la reflexión, la oración en comunidad y el sacramento de la Reconciliación, mientras continuamos nuestro camino por la Cuaresma y preparamos nuestros corazones para la Pascua, apoyándonos en la misericordia y el perdón de Dios. Varios sacerdotes de otras parroquias se unirán al P. Emmanuel y a mí para la confesión individual.
Que Dios los bendiga.
Reverendo Manasseh Iorchir, VC
Parish News
To Do LIst:
- Charity & Development Appeal - see below
- Stations of the Cross/Fish Dinner - Fridays during Lent
- Family Promise Program - March 8-15, SJB MPR, Volunteers Needed!
- Lenten Mission Series - March 14 and March 21
- Lenten Penance Service - Tuesday, March 17 at 7:00 pm in the church
- Get Your Affairs in Order - A free informational seminar on planning with purpose. March 23 at 6:30pm at the SJB MPR
- Easter Sunday Event - April 5, SJB MPR, after 9:00 am Mass
Charity & Development Appeal
We are getting so close to our goal! Jesus said, "Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." (Matthew 5:16) Let your light shine and help us achieve our goal by participating in the CDA today by clicking here.
Family Promise Program
The Family Promise Program, since its inception in the year 2000, has helped hundreds of families, enabling them to move from homelessness to self-sufficiency. St. Benedict and St. John Bosco School help to host homeless families through this program by giving them a place to stay for a week while they are acquiring the tools and training they need to get back on their feet. Twice a year our community helps to make the hosting event a success.
The next opportunity to help is between Sunday, March 8 and Sunday, March 15, and a great number of volunteers are needed. Click here to volunteer or to find out more.
The Family Promise Program, since its inception in the year 2000, has helped hundreds of families, enabling them to move from homelessness to self-sufficiency. St. Benedict and St. John Bosco School help to host homeless families through this program by giving them a place to stay for a week while they are acquiring the tools and training they need to get back on their feet. Twice a year our community helps to make the hosting event a success.
The next opportunity to help is between Sunday, March 8 and Sunday, March 15, and a great number of volunteers are needed. Click here to volunteer or to find out more.
Lenten Penance Service
Let us come together for the Lenten Penance Service on Tuesday, March 17 at 7 pm. A number of priests from neighboring parishes will be available to hear your Confession. Experience the freedom of forgiveness.
Let us come together for the Lenten Penance Service on Tuesday, March 17 at 7 pm. A number of priests from neighboring parishes will be available to hear your Confession. Experience the freedom of forgiveness.
Please feel free to send me a message if you have any questions or comments about this weekend memo.
Wishing you a Wonderful Weekend and God's Blessings
Rev. Manasseh Iorchir, VC
Pastor
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