SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI PARISH DECEMBER 20 TH BULLETIN, 2020 844 Notre Dame Avenue, St Lambert, QC, J4R 1R8 TEL: (450) 671-6149 FAX: (450) 671-6792 email: [email protected]Website :- www.saintfrancisparish.ca Priest:- Fr. Gérard Lachapelle SAINT JOHN PAUL II PASTORAL UNIT Fr. Manus Bradley, Pastor : [email protected]Susan Gardner, Coordinator [email protected]Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Saint-John-Paul-II-Pastoral- Unit/983390895019278 Diocese of Saint-Jean-Longueuil - Bishop, Claude Hamelin Diocesan website: www.dsjl.org Saint John Paul II website: http://johnpaul2.weebly.com WARDENS:- Chair of the Fabrique – Ted Colavecchio 450-671- 6818 Anne-Marie Armeni - Treasurer - 450-671-1042 Richard Zavergiu - Bld. & Maint. - 450-671-8908 Marianne Hinger - Secretary - 450-465-0827 Craig Mcara - 514-618-3352 Julie Belanger - Special Events - 450-466-3303 Amanda Simard - Hall Rentals - 450-671-9164 4 TH SUNDAY OF ADVENT Drop down dew from above, you heavens, and let the clouds rain down the Just One; let the earth be opened and bring forth a Saviour. PRAYER INTENTIONS –Remember in your prayers Brian, Leona, Emmanuel, Diane, Howard and our armed forces. Pray for the repose of the soul of Jean Gariepy and the souls of all our deceased. To add a name to our prayer list, call the office 450-671-6149 and leave a message. Sunday Masses 9:30 a.m. have resumed at St. Francis of Assisi. To reserve your seat please call 450-671-1042 on Wednesdays from 2 pm to 4 pm and 7 pm to 8 pm. MASS INTENTIONS December 20 th 9:30 am Anne-Marie & Ellen Howlett – Mike & family Julia Murphy (in celebration) – Elizabeth Murphy December 24 th 7:30 pm Bud Kelly – Cyprienne Kelly Boucher & Monfette families – Cyprienne & family December 27 th 9:30 am Deceased members of the Colavecchio & Salé families Nikolas Salomon – Nancy, Philip & Victoria
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SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI PARISH DECEMBER 20TH BULLETIN, 2020844 Notre Dame Avenue, St Lambert, QC, J4R 1R8
4TH SUNDAY OF ADVENTDrop down dew from above, you heavens, and let the clouds rain down the Just One;
let the earth be opened and bring forth a Saviour.PRAYER INTENTIONS –Remember in your prayers Brian, Leona, Emmanuel, Diane, Howard and our armed forces. Pray for the repose of the soul of Jean Gariepy and the souls of all our deceased. To add a name to our prayer list, call the office 450-671-6149 and leave a message. Sunday Masses 9:30 a.m. have resumed at St. Francis of Assisi. To reserve your seat please call 450-671-1042 on Wednesdays from 2 pm to 4 pm and 7 pm to 8 pm.MASS INTENTIONS December 20th 9:30 am Anne-Marie & Ellen Howlett – Mike & family
Julia Murphy (in celebration) – Elizabeth MurphyDecember 24th 7:30 pm Bud Kelly – Cyprienne Kelly
Boucher & Monfette families – Cyprienne & familyDecember 27th 9:30 am Deceased members of the Colavecchio & Salé families
Nikolas Salomon – Nancy, Philip & VictoriaFR. GÉRARD’S CHRISTMAS MESSAGE: Dear parishioners, we celebrate Christmas this year in a very different way that we didn't expect. We are refrained in our desire to gather the members of our family in the same home. It is a great sacrifice, especially for the parents and grandparents who cannot hug their children. But this, should not make us hopeless, since a vaccine against this virus is coming very soon. In spite of this test, Christmas 2020 may be an opportunity to appreciate what we have. We think of those who cannot buy gifts and the needy who have to go to soup kitchens to survive. Christmas is a day of novelty. Christ is born. A new world is launched. After the pandemic let us work for a new world, of a better environment and more sharing. Merry Christmas to all and good will and Glory to God in the highest!POPE FRANCIS’ PRAYER INTENTION FOR DECEMBER. We pray that our personal relationship with Jesus Christ be nourished by the Word of God and life of prayer.
ADVENT REFLECTION "And a little child will lead them" Isaiah 11:8
THE PRINCE OF PEACE - ADVENT REFLECTIONFor several months now we have been in a completely new situation, where the slightest visit becomes a rare, almost unhoped-for moment of rejoicing (when visits are possible!). Because of the pandemic, we are indeed experiencing a kind of strange deprivation, which makes us measure the importance and value of human relationships. Since the month of March, we have all suffered from not being able to visit our elderly parents, to welcome our children and grandchildren, to see our friends, or
simply to chat for a few moments with a parishioner in front of the church.The working places are no longer the same, leisure activities are difficult if not impossible to practice, so many contacts are restricted. And the attempt to compensate for the lack of tangible human relations by a more intense online activity, does not make up for the emotional gap. On the contrary, it seems that this diminished form of human relationship that we experience online only increases the thirst for human presence, because virtual encounters never totally replace the experience of the physical presence of the other. For those who can’t even rely on that virtual social life given the lack of meaningful relationships in their lives, the consumption of information and entertainment online becomes a pitiful substitute for social life. In this context of isolation, loneliness and deprivation, the risk is great, among the most fragile, to develop an addiction or to suffer from mental illness.Because of the pandemic, we are indeed experiencing a kind of strange deprivation, which makes us measure the importance and value of human relationships.If the pandemic has reminded us of one thing, it is how much we are relational beings. And if modern culture marked by individualism has long made us desire, cultivate and appreciate the value of autonomy, we are today able to measure the limits of personal independence as the ultimate ideal. Today's mass culture, which never ceases to proclaim the ideals of modern liberal philosophy and to promote them to us through the educational system, the Entertainment industries, and the Advertising agencies, is, in fact, focused on the affirmation of the self, the search for self, self-realization, the fulfillment of our dreams, etc.In reality, the whole History of the Modern West can be read as a history of the emancipation of the individual from the group, be it the family, the nation or the Church. This ideal of emancipation is certainly a good one. Otherwise, it would not have appealed so much to the heart of man in the last centuries. Every human being is unique, and the sine qua non for the realization of each unique human destiny is to be able to freely use our strength, our intelligence, our wealth and our resources to accomplish what we feel called to do deep down. This inner impulse that leads us towards the full realization of our talents, the full realization of our dreams, sometimes comes up against external norms dictated by parental authority, social conformism, and the weight of old ecclesial traditions. And it is here that an internal law can appear as legitimately opposing external norms, to overturn them or at least reform them in the sense of a greater respect for the deepest aspirations of the human heart.On the contrary, the environment offered to us by the family, the nation and the Church are, when properly taken care of and developed, the launching pad for the real growth and empowerment of the human person.However, neither the parental rules, nor the culture of a country, nor the traditions of the Church can be reduced to something oppressive and freedom-killing. On the contrary, the environment offered to us by the family, the nation and the Church are, when properly taken care of and developed, the launching pad for the real growth and empowerment of the human person. The life of the group, while it has its own demands, and while it requires the individual to put himself at its service, and even to sacrifice himself for it in those tragic periods of history
when it is threatened in its entirety, remains nonetheless the place of birth and growth of the human person.Without family ties, without the specific culture of the nation, without the Tradition of the Church, the human person is incapable of structuring himself internally, nor of adopting viable social attitudes and behaviors. The group, be it family, nation, or Church, is the place where vital links are established between individuals and between generations, so that the treasure of humanity and holiness that we have received from our ancestors (and ultimately from God) can be effectively handed down by the elders and bear new fruits of wisdom and love in the youth. Then this youth becomes ready to assume its share of responsibility in the defense and development of the group. It is ready to take on the weight of the responsibilities once placed on the shoulders of their fathers and mothers.Because In him, God is with us, human beings.From these few reflections, we can certainly retain this: that the group should not stifle the inner life and intimate aspirations of the individual. And that the aspirations of the individual must not unjustly jeopardize the cohesion of the group. How will this be done? The essential thing, I believe, is to ensure that the bonds that unite us, whether from near or far, as members of the same family, nation or Church, are bonds that both nourish the growth of the individual and strengthen the unity of the group. Ultimately, therefore, it all depends on the quality of the relationships we establish among us. And on our awareness that good relationships guarantee both the fulfillment of individuals and the continuity of the group. So let's learn how to cultivate good relationships, paying close attention to the people around us, but also to the social environment, considered globally, in which these people evolve.We all know how difficult it is to maintain good relationships between members of the same family, nation, or church. The unity of a parish is also a constant challenge. It is here that, as Catholics, we need to have a renewed awareness of the immense importance of the mission of Jesus, who came to restore the broken bond between God and men and the bonds that unite people to one another in our common humanity.Jesus is the way and the bond of unity. In his person, humanity and divinity are united in a mysterious but real way. That is why, in the deepest sense, he deserves the name Emmanuel. God with us (Mt 1, 23). Because In him, God is with us, human beings. And on this first reconciliation between God and man, all other reconciliations depend. And that is why the little child who will make Mary a mother, also deserves the name given to him by Isaiah: The Prince of Peace (Is 9, 6).Blessed time of Advent to all.Alex Lasalle, Pastoral Agent, Saint John Paul II Pastoral Unit On the blog: http://johnpaul2.weebly.com/blog/the-prince-of-peace
Daily Reflections from Fr. John Torrance : Scripture, Reflection, Prayerhttps://www.facebook.com/pages/Saint-John-Paul-II-Pastoral-Unit/983390895019278https://www.facebook.com/stgabrielssthuberthttps://www.facebook.com/parishofstraymondcandiac
The Star of Bethlehem pointed the way to Jesus 2000 years ago. On Monday, December 21st, the planets Jupiter and Saturn will light up the night sky, aligning to form what is referred to as "the Christmas Star". May the gift of this unique light in the heavens joyfully point us all to the "Son of God, Love's pure light", on earth now in the Holy Eucharist!Fr. Javier del Castillo, Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, Doctorate in Philosophy:
CONTEMPLATING THE VOICE OF GODIn this podcast, Fr. Javier "reflects on the Annunciation of the Lord, as told in the Gospel for the Fourth Sunday of Advent, and invites us to contemplate and imitate Mary’s listening heart. Our expectation, preparation, and contemplation are heightened during these final days of Advent – this is true both as we prepare for the coming of Christ at Christmas and as we prepare to receive Christ in the Eucharist. Looking to the example of St. Josemaria, Fr. Javier explains that we can prepare to welcome the Lord by repeating brief prayers or aspirations throughout the day, asking Our Lady to help us listen to the voice of God as we wait in joyful hope for the coming of our Lord."Listen to St. Josemaria Institute's Podcast: https://stjosemaria.org/podcast-contemplating-the-voice-of-god/?mc_cid=3ef8152e27&mc_eid=106644fae0&ml_subscriber=1580158052949038337&ml_subscriber_hash=z5l5Bishop Wayne Kirkpatrick, Advent Reflection 2020: “Our task is not to watch out, but to keep watch, not to be alarmed but to remain alert, not to be anxious but to pay attention so we don't miss the presence of Christ with us, even amid difficulty.”"If a change of diet makes a definitive difference in our well-being, how much more important to us and to our well-being is the reception of the Eucharist? ... if we believe, through the miracle of the Mass, that the bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ, then our actions will reflect what we believe. The Blessed Sacrament should always be shown the greatest reverence and respect by our posture and actions at Mass. This is especially true when we receive Holy Communion. When we are able to gather again to receive Holy Communion, let us not forget WHOM we are receiving, and the prayer we offer. ‘Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof, but only say the word and my soul shall be healed.'" - Reflection on the Eucharist, May 16, 2020Further Reading: https://click.mlsend.com/link/c/YT0xNTgwMTU4MDUyOTQ5MDM4MzM3JmM9ejVsNSZlPTQ5MjQmYj00ODMzMjMzNTkmZD1nOGQwdzhx.bdDziJRRFzluZfBEPqNJEO--LpxzVD8Uf0yL8hSJmj8Eucharistic Motorcade Processions: More Info: https://click.mlsend.com/link/c/YT0xNTgwMTU4MDUyOTQ5MDM4MzM3JmM9ejVsNSZlPTQ5MjQmYj00ODMzMjMzNzEmZD1oN3UycDNh.lsYJpI8rTGikXwYMREmM_LR0vgcU1Te3dvWdGgKndDk
HOW TO REGISTER FOR MASSWe yearn to come together as a faith community, but first and
We yearn to come together as a faith community, but first and foremost, we must be a safe faith community. To reserve a place at any of the parishes listed below you must call the number on the days and times indicated below. We will not take reservations outside of those hours and we cannot take voicemail, email or texting as we need to speak with you when you call. There are specific questions we must ask you and some information that we must give you. A phone call is required. Registrations will be taken each week for the upcoming weekend only. The protocols state that in order to sit in the same pew in the church, you must live under the same roof; therefore please register accordingly. We will do our best to ensure that each parishioner in the Saint John Paul II Pastoral Unit will get to attend once, before anyone else attends twice.WE WANT YOU TO FEEL SAFE INSIDE YOUR PLACE OF WORSHIP. Please know that before each Mass, every pew, railing, door handle and all bathrooms will have been cleaned and sanitized by a crew of amazing volunteers! Please help them by making sure that you take all of your belongings with you when you leave. Maybe this ‘new normal’ won’t be exactly what we want it to be, but it will be what we need it to be.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN COMING TO MASS• Arrive 15 to 30 minutes early to allow the check in process.• In the parking lot, stay safely 6 feet apart.• With your mask on, stop and allow the volunteer to check you in.• At the door, stop and you will be given hand-sanitizer (your hands will be ‘squirted’).• Inside the church, follow the volunteer to your assigned seat.• During Mass, follow all arrows and markings on the floor, so we all stay safely 6 feet apart.• There will be one Lector for all readings• There will be no Altar Servers• You will notice that there are no Missals (bring your own).• You may bring water if you think you will need some.• You will notice that due to air transmission of Covid -19, there are no fans, electric or manual.• During Mass, enjoy the Music Ministry, but for now, no singing in the pews.• We will wish each other the Peace of Christ by nodding, smiling, bowing and waving.• During Communion there is no verbal exchange, simply silence.• Following Mass, to leave the church, please follow the directions of the Hospitality Minister and remember to bring all personal items home with you.• When leaving, respect the safety of keeping the 6 feet between you and your fellow parishioners in the church and when out in the parking lot.• Lastly, although Mass will be 'different', it is still wonderful. It is still Mass, still reverent, still holy!
WEARING MASKS IN THE CHURCH IS MANDATORYDISPENSATION FROM MASS. We know that this is difficult but during the time of this pandemic, the dispensation of Sunday Mass is given for those who cannot go, and for those advised not to go, to church. Rather, these faithful are invited to read the Word of God and to pray in their homes and to participate in the celebrations of the Mass via TV, radio and/or the Internet.WEEKDAY MASSES Registration at the door - presently 25 limit
Tuesday at 4:00 pm, St. Gabriel's Parish (in person & on Facebook) https://www.facebook.com/stgabrielssthubert Wednesday at 9:00 am, St. Mary's Parish
To reserve a place in your parish you must call the telephone number on the days and times indicated below. The capacity is 25 persons. We will not take reservations outside of those hours and we cannot take voicemail, email or texting as we need to speak with you when you call. There are specific questions we must ask you and some information that we must give you. A phone call is required. The protocols state that in order to sit in the same pew in the church, you must live under the same roof; therefore, please register accordingly. Holy Cross will celebrate Mass on ZOOM and all Masses indicated with a link will be livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube.
Good Shepherd, 7900 Naples, Brossard J4Y 1Z9Christmas Eve, December 24 at 7:30 pmChristmas Day, December 25 at 9:15 amChristmas Day, December 25 at 11:15 am https://www.facebook.com/mass.saintjohnpauliiTo register, call: 450-676-7577 on Tuesday, December 15 from 9:00 am to 1 pm
Holy Cross and St. Francis of Assisi on ZOOMFr. Gerard Lachapelle will celebrate Mass with Holy Cross Parish & St. Francis of Assisi on Christmas Eve, December 24 at 4:00 pm. To register on ZOOM (invitation by: [email protected])
St. Augustine’s, 105 de Cherbourg, St. Bruno J3V 2K8 (entrance, Roberval)Christmas Eve, December 24 at 8:00 pm https://www.facebook.com/mass.saintjohnpauliiChristmas Day, December 25 at 9:15 am https://www.facebook.com/mass.saintjohnpauliiTo register, call: 450-653-4402 on Thursday, December 17 from 2 pm to 4 pm
St. Clare’s, 820 Montarville, Longueuil (Church)Christmas Eve, December 24 at 4:00 pmTo register call: 450-463-3206 on Tuesday, December 15 from 10 am to 12 pm orThursday, December 17 from 10 am to 12 pm
St. Francis of Assisi, 844 Notre Dame, St. Lambert J4R 1N5Christmas Eve, December 24 at 7:30 pmTo register call : 450-671-1042 on Wednesday, December 16 from 2 pm to 4 pm and 7 pm to 8 pm
St. Gabriel’s, 5070 Gilbert, St. Hubert J3Y 2K7Christmas Eve, December 24 at 7:30 pm https://www.facebook.com/stgabrielssthubertChristmas Day, December 25 at 11:00 am https://www.facebook.com/stgabrielssthubertTo register call: 450-656-4433 on Monday, December 21 from 3 pm to 8 pm
St. Mary’s, 125 Grove, Greenfield Park, J4V 2X2 (entrance, Miller)Christmas Eve, December 24 at 5:00 pm https://www.facebook.com/mass.saintjohnpauliiChristmas Eve, December 24 at 7:30 pm (Bilingual)Christmas Day, December 25 at 9:00 amChristmas Day, December 25 at 11:30 am (in French with St. Anastase)To register call: 450-671-0416 on Saturday, December 12 from 10 am to 1 pm
St. Raymond’s, CRVP : 135 chemin Haendel, Candiac, QC J5R 1R7Christmas Eve, December 24 at 5:00 pm https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuKTJ_YPpniJBddIXV7Q6BATo register call: 450-659-6678 on Thursday, December 17 from 5 pm to 8 pm
WEEKEND OF DECEMBER 26 & 27Good Shepherd, 7900 Naples, Brossard J4Y 1Z9Saturday, December 26 at 5:00 pmSunday, December 27 at 11:15 amTo register please call: 450-676-7577 Tuesday, December 22 from 9:00 am to 1 pm
Holy Cross and St. Francis of Assisi on ZOOMFr. Gerard Lachapelle will celebrate Mass with Holy Cross Parish and St. Francis of Assision Saturday, December 26 at 4:30 pm. To register on ZOOM (invitation by: [email protected])
St. Augustine’s, 105 de Cherbourg, St. Bruno J3V 2K8 (entrance, Roberval)Sunday, December 27 at 9:15 am https://www.facebook.com/mass.saintjohnpauliiTo register please call: 450-653-4402 Wednesday, December 23 from 2 pm to 4 pm
St. Clare’s, 820 Montarville, Longueuil (Church)Saturday, December 26 at 4:00 pmTo register please call: 450-463-3206 Tuesday, December 22 from 10 am to 12 pm
St. Francis of Assisi, 844 Notre Dame, St. Lambert J4R 1N5Sunday, December 27 at 9:30 amTo register call: 450-671-1042 Wednesday, December 23 from 2 pm to 4 pm and 7 pm to 8 pm
St. Gabriel’s, 5070 Gilbert, St. Hubert J3Y 2K7Sunday, December 27 at 11:00 am https://www.facebook.com/stgabrielssthubertTo register please call: 450-656-4433 Tuesday, December 22 from 3 pm to 8 pm
St. Mary’s, 125 Grove, Greenfield Park, J4V 2X2 (entrance, Miller)Saturday, December 26 at 5:00 pm https://www.facebook.com/mass.saintjohnpauliiSunday, December 27 at 9:00 amSunday, December 27 at 11:30 am (in French with St. Anastase)To register please call: 450-671-0416 Tuesday, December 22 from 3 pm to 6 pm
St. Raymond’s, CRVP : 135 chemin Haendel, Candiac, QC J5R 1R7Sunday, December 27 at 9:15 amTo register please call: 450-659-6678 Wednesday, December 23 from 5 pm to 8 pm
NEW YEAR’S EVE & NEW YEAR’S DAY - DECEMBER 31 & JANUARY 1Holy Cross will celebrate Mass on ZOOM and all Masses indicated with a link will be livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube.
Good Shepherd, 7900 Naples, Brossard J4Y 1Z9 New Year’s Day, January 1 at 11:15 am https://www.facebook.com/mass.saintjohnpaulii
To register, call: 450-676-7577 on Tuesday, December 22 from 9:00 am to 1 pm
Holy Cross and St. Francis of Assisi on ZOOM Fr. Gerard Lachapelle will celebrate Mass with Holy Cross Parish & St. Francis of Assisi on New Year’s Eve, December 31 at 4:00 pm To register on ZOOM (invitation by: [email protected])
St. Augustine’s, 105 de Cherbourg, St. Bruno J3V 2K8 (entrance, Roberval) New Year’s Day, January 1 at 9:15 am https://www.facebook.com/mass.saintjohnpaulii To register, call: 450-653-4402 on Wednesday, December 23 from 2 pm to 4 pm
St. Clare’s, 820 Montarville, Longueuil (Church) New Year’s Eve, December 31 at 4:00 pm To register call: 450-463-3206 on Tuesday, December 22 from 10 am to 12 pm
St. Gabriel’s, 5070 Gilbert, St. Hubert J3Y 2K7 New Year’s Day, January 1 at 11:00 am https://www.facebook.com/stgabrielssthubert To register call: 450-656-4433 on Monday, December 28 from 3 pm to 8 pm
St. Mary’s, 125 Grove, Greenfield Park, J4V 2X2 (entrance, Miller) New Year’s Eve, December 31 at 5:00 pm https://www.facebook.com/mass.saintjohnpaulii New Year’s Day, January 1 at 9:00 am New Year’s Day, January 1 at 11:30 am (in French with St. Anastase) To register call: 450-671-0416 on Saturday, December 19 from 10 am to 1 pm
St. Raymond’s, CRVP : 135 chemin Haendel, Candiac, QC J5R 1R7 New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31 at 5:00 pm https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuKTJ_YPpniJBddIXV7Q6BA
ANNUAL ELECTION OF CHURCH WARDENSPresent church wardens Marianne Hinger and Anne-Marie Armeni complete their terms of office on December 31st, 2020. Their positions must be filled for a period of three years. To be eligible for election the candidate must be eighteen years or older, a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish, living in St. Lambert, willing to enter the election process and serve the Fabrique if elected.
Signature of the candidate:_____________________________________________
MIRA FUND RAISER SHORTBREAD COOKIESMission : Founded in 1981, Mira is a non-profit organization that offers free guide dogs and service dogs to people living with visual impairments and physical disabilities and to youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).Don and Diane have been helping Mira by training young puppies to prepare them for their training as guide dogs, assistance dog for a wheelchair or dogs for autistic children. Our first
dog Rocky a black Labrador is now with a lady in an electric chair. Now we have Kayak a second generation Labernese (mix between a Labrador and a Bernese).We are also helping Mira with a fundraiser by selling our delicious shortbread cookies.They are $20.00 for 30 cookies. If interested please contact us at 450 - 671- 3011.
WIDOW AND WIDOWER SUPPORT GROUPEvery first Monday of the month from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Losing a spouse impacts every part of life. Join us to be with others who are also journeying through grief.
We are a faith based group. You are welcomed to share or listen. Open to all: those whose losses are many years past or very recent. We are meeting online for now, in person whenever possible.
For more information, please contact Anne Parsons at 514-457-2183 or [email protected].
Here is a link to the Caregiving resources on the HNS website: https://henrinouwen.org/resources/caregiving-overview/.Your phone calls continue to mean the world to those you visit. SASMAD is still recommending that you do not visit the person you are accompanying until restrictions are lifted. Use caution and find new ways to connect! Thank you, once
again, for all you are doing! Cathie Macaulay [email protected] SASMAD SPIRITUAL SUPPORT LINE : 1-888-305-0994.
A new Adult program at Access ... a simple low cost flexible training program for adults who are interested in job training but not sure of what type of jobs they may want.
The program allows the person to explore different courses to help find one that can interest them.
Some of the images available on art cards at Taylor's (556 Victoria Avenue) in St. Lambert. All proceeds going to Our Harbour! HEAR YE! HEAR YE!The Our Harbour Individual Fundraising Committee has been working on a project to make and sell beautiful card sets, based on donations of art by local artists Nancy Cousins-Via and Lyn Scott, also a member of the IFC. The cards are Christmas themed and cards of landscapes. Lyn's contact with Mr. Taylor at Taylor's has resulted in a wonderful opportunity to have these cards sold at Taylor's ... and they are there now! The cards are also available upstairs on the third floor of Taylor's at Photo Rene print shop, courtesy of Rene (on the lingerie and nightwear floor, a great place to browse too!) If you are looking for cards for yourself or as gifts, I invite you to stop by Taylor's and pick up a set or two ... hurry! Lyn is already planning a re-print, however, so no one will be disappointed.Our Harbour / Le Havre Nonprofit OrganizationOur Harbour provides a supportive long-term housing program on Montreal’s South Shore for people living with mental illness.440, Notre Dame avenue Saint-Lambert, QC, Canada J4P 2K4 http://ourharbour.org/
VENTURES PROGRAM AT ACCESS ROYAL OAK - UNIK BOUTIQUEWe would like to introduce you to the Ventures Program at ACCESS Royal Oak. Ventures is a Program designed for Special Needs Adults aimed at teaching our students how to be autonomous. This holiday season we are learning work skills through the means of creating beautiful products for our Unik Boutique. One of the main components of the program is to build work skills, in hopes that the students will eventually contribute to the workforce in their own unique way. We are encouraging our colleagues to look through our catalogue of products featured in the pictures above or on our Social Media Platforms. Please Follow us at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Unikboutikventures Instagram: Unikboutik_ventures
Here are our product descriptions and prices.10$ Dry Cookie Mix Jars: Flavours:• M&M Christmas Cookies• Cranberry White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies• Chocolate Chip Cookies• Oreo Cookies• Cooked Cookies (Pack of 4) - 5$10$ Bracelet: Various collections designed and made by our students.10$- 15$ Mask Holder lanyards: Gold Chain & Pendant; Silver Chain & Pendant; Stretchy String with Beads20$ Carpets: Bathmat size carpets. Made with recycled materials. Can be tailored to the colours you want.20$ - 4 Placemats: Made with recycled materials. Can be tailored to the colours you want.5$ - Dog Bowl Mat: Made with recycled materials. Can be tailored to the colours you want.Pick-up or ship by Canada Post.For orders, please contact Julie Paquette Email: [email protected] Tel: 450-676-3636Thank you for your encouragement.
SAINT JOHN PAUL II PASTORAL UNIT CONTACT INFORMATION :
Please visit our website for Parish locations, Pastoral Team contacts, and NewsSaint John Paul II website: http://johnpaul2.weebly.com
SACRED HEART OF JESUS PRAYER GROUP : Please contact: Lorraine Pecus at450-445-0372 or by email at : [email protected] Included: Praise & Worship, Scripture, Reflections/Sharing, Intercessory prayer & Rosary. If you don't have anyone to pray for prayer intentions at your parishes, then please forward Lorraine prayer requests which she will then share with the Prayer Group.
PRAYER NETWORK - VIRTUALWe will pray for anyone from anywhere and for anything. Anonymity is an option for those who prefer it. There is just this one central e-mail for receiving prayer requests: [email protected], and all requests will be forwarded from the same! Also, if you wish to be on the list of people willing to pray, email [email protected] and you will be added to the pray-ers list!
