Development and Peace Philippines support relief - The Philippines was struck by the worst disaster in its history on Friday, when super Typhoon Haiyan arrived. It is estimated that over 9.5 million people are in need of aid across nine provinces, and that 600,000 people have been forced from their homes. D&P has already committed $100,000 to support relief efforts. A partner, Caritas Nassa, is already coordinating the distribution of food and shelter for victims of this catastrophe. There are programs in Tacloban City in Leyte Province to assess their needs. The Canadian government will match all donations made to D&P until December 9. Call 1-888-664-3387, online atwww.devp.org or cheque to Development and Peace and indicating Philippines Typhoonto 1425 René-Lévesque Blvd West, 3rd Floor Montréal, Québec Canada, H3G 1T7.
Fall Deanery Meetings - As previously announced, the 2013 Fall DPC Meeting has been cancelled and replaced with the 2013 Fall Extended Deanery Meetings. On the diocesan website in the DPC area there are sheets required for every parish council, pastor and parishioners to fill out. There are previous reports from parishes that were requested to participate in several years ago. If you require further information, please contact: Fr. Maurice Fiolleau at 306-922-4747 ext. 224 or email: vicargeneral@padiocese.ca, your local dean or DPCE of your deanery.
Permanent Diaconate Program - Vatican II encouraged the re-establishment of the permanent diaconate as one way of addressing the needs of the contemporary Church. Bishop Thévenot is inviting men to consider a vocation to this particular ministry. A discernment program will begin in January 2014. For more information and application forms, see the brochure on the permanent diaconate in your parish and contact Michael Averyt at the Pastoral Centre at 306-922-4747 ext. 232 or adulted@padiocese.caApplications to be received by November 29.
Sacred Heart Cathedral Renovations Fundraisers
Sacred Heart Cathedral Cookbooks - have arrived and are for sale for $35 for the Two Volume Set. To obtain your copies please contact: Sacred Heart Cathedral office at 306-763-2319, Fr. Maurice Fiolleau at 306-922-4747 ext. 224 or Renske Averyt at 306-763-1484. We will happy to supply you with copies of the cookbooks and help make arrangements for pick up or delivery.
November 21, Tasters Night - Our official launch night will be from 7 to 9pm at Ecole St. Anne School on 530-24th St. West in Prince Albert. We invite you to attend this Tasters Night to sample recipes and buy cookbooks.
St. Andre Bessette Discernment House, Fr. Travis Myrheim
November 22 - The St. Brother Andre Bessette Discernment House will be hosting an open Comedy Night! Come and share in laughter and fellowship on Friday, November 22 at 7:00pm. You are welcome to do solo acts, funny skits, improvisation, or whatever you can think of! Laughter is good for the soul; see you there!
Liturgy, Heidi Epp
Advent/Christmas Liturgy package - The package that was presented and handed out during our recent Liturgy Workshops is available atwww.padiocese.ca/liturgy. The document includes the main theme and décor for the next liturgical year. There is also 2 different options of Reconciliation Celebrations for Advent and Music Suggestions for Advent and Christmas. Please call me with your questions about the documents, theme and décor itself or if you need copies made. My email is liturgy@padiocese.ca or I can be reached by phone 306-922-4747 ext. 231.
November 17, Diocesan Choir for Year of Faith Celebration - The Diocesan Choir is an open choir for anyone in our Diocese who would like to join by singing or playing instruments on Sunday November 17 from 2-4pm at St. Mark Parish, Prince Albert (581-9 St. East). Please ask those who wish to participate to email liturgy@padiocese.ca or call 306-922-4747 ext. 231 so we can have enough music. I look forward to celebrating our faith together through song, prayer and communion as a church family!
November 23, Year of the Faith Celebration - You are invited to celebrate Mass with Bishop Albert Thévenot, M. Afr. to commemorate the end of the Year of Faith. The celebration will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 23 at St. Joseph Parish, Prince Albert. Lunch will follow in the parish hall. More details to follow.
Adult Faith Education, Michael Averyt
Thursday night Study Sessions - Thursday evenings, 7 pm, beginning October 17, at the Diocesan Pastoral Centre. Studies will focus on the Catechism of the Catholic Church, using Youcat as the primary text. The sessions are for adults of all ages, young adults, this includes you! For more information, contact Michael Averyt at 922-4747 ext. 232 or adulted@padiocese.ca.
Youth Ministry, Warren Dungen
December 1, Black Tie Fundraiser Gala for Tanzania Mission - Come help us raise money for the Mission to Tanzania in the summer of 2013 with our Black Tie Dinner. The evening includes a three course dinner, fantastic live music featuring St Mary High School Jazz Band and charity auction full of great prizes. Cash Bar. It will take place at 6:30pm at St. Mary High School in Prince Albert. Tickets are $35.00 at the diocesan center and St. Mary High School at the front desk. Call Kayleigh Skomoroski at 306-940-8894 for more information.
Parish and School Events
November 17, Gospel Concert at St. Joseph Parish - Experience uplifting spiritual musical encounters on Sunday afternoon, November 17 from 2:30 to 4:30 pm. at St. Joseph Parish with Allan Rybchinski, Wilf Savisky and musical friends and many other musicians. Admission is free will offering. All proceeds will go to the church’s fundraising projects.
November 23, St. Mary High School's "Upstage Productions" - will be presenting the two-act play, "The Diviners" on Wednesday, November 20 to Saturday, November 23 at 7:30 pm in the Lecture Theatre. Tickets are available at the main office or at the door: Students/$5, Adults/$10.
November 30, St. Mark Parish Bazaar - The parish of St. Mark’s, Prince Albert, would like to welcome everyone to join them at their Annual Bazaar on November 30 from 11:00am to 2:00pm. There will be homemade turkey pies, baking, preserves and craft table. Homemade lunch of soup, sandwiches, dessert, coffee and tea available. Enter your name for a free door prize.
December 1, Multicultural Christmas Festival at Notre Dame Parish, North Battleford - This will take place on Sunday, Dec. 1st from 1-4 pm at the Knights of Columbus Hall. This will include ethnic foods, entertainment, bake sale and much more. Come and make this occasion an opportunity to meet and socialize with your fellow parishioners.
December 2-4 Parish Mission, St. Joseph Parish, Prince Albert - Mission starts with Mass at 7:00pm. Fr. David Tumback, Saskatoon will be speaking on the theme “Faith and Family in Today’s World” in the topics of: Reaffirming the family and faith; honoring the old, embracing the new; the Living Eucharist, all of us are called to discipleship.
December 4-5, Advent Retreat in Cut Knife - “Biblical Journey through Advent” begins at 7:00pm at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Facilitator is Archbishop Emeritus Sylvain Lavoie. Call parish for more information 306-398-2305 or emailcutknife1946@yahoo.ca.
