23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

This week's readings:  Wisdom 9.13-18; Psalm 90; Philemon 9-10, 12-17; Luke 14.25-33

Stewardship is all about giving freely and joyfully. It's not simply about 'giving to a need' - it's about 'needing to give'! Our giving is then a reflection of our gratitude to God. We all enjoy an abundance of possessions. However, our society is propagating a myth of scarcity which makes some reluctant to give. In today's Gospel Jesus reminds us of what our attitude towards our possessions should be if we are to be His disciples. Good stewardship means not clinging to our possessions and letting go of our 'need to possess'. If we possess sensibly, it allows us to give freely and live generously.  Stewardship Office, The Archdiocese of Winnipeg, www.archwinnipeg.ca

Next week's readings:  Exodus 32.7-11, 13-14; Psalm 51; 1 Timothy 1.12-17; Luke 15.1-32

RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

RCIA sessions will begin again on Tuesday September 14 at 7:30 pm in the large hall.  These adult classes are intended for non-Christians who have never been baptized, as well as baptized Christians of another denomination who seek to inquire about the Catholic faith.  In addition, Catholics who seek Confirmation or anyone seeking to renew their Catholic faith are most welcome.

We are also looking for Catholic sponsors who would be willing to "walk the journey" with a candidate and at the same time renew their faith.  It is most rewarding.  If you are interested, please call the parish office at 905-294-5955 and leave a message for Jean.

First Reconciliation & First Communion Registration

Parents of children preparing to receive the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion are invited to attend an information and registration meeting being held on Thursday September 16 or Friday September 17 between 7:00 - 8:30 pm.  Parents are required to attend only one meeting.  This is a parent-only evening.

Children in Grade 2 attending Catholic schools within our parish boundaries will bring home a registration package the first week of school.  For parents with older children or children attending public schools or Catholic schools outside of our parish boundaries, registration packages are available in our church office. Please contact Silvana Amantea 905-294-5955, ext. 226 or email  silvana.amantea@stpatrick.on.ca if you have any questions.

Mass Schedules

starting Jan 2, 2010

Sunday Mass Times
Saturday 5:00pm
Sunday 8:00am, 9:30am,
        11:00am, 12:30pm,
        4:30pm

Weekdays, Saturdays
and Holidays
        8:30am
        Wednesday 7:00pm

First Friday Mass
7:30pm, with Reconciliation available at 6:30pm

Reconciliation

Saturday 4:00-4:45pm
or by appointment

Baptisms

every second, third, fourth Sundays