Come for “Wine and Cheese with your Beloved” this fall at St. Ann’s Parish. We will be watching the Beloved: Living Marriage series. It will run for three Friday sessions: September 21st, October 19th and November 16th. Our nal night will include dinner. Cost: $15/per person (includes all 3 sessions). Time: 6:45 p.m. (doors open) 7-9 p.m. (course). For more informa on and to register, email: stannsfamilygroup@gmail.com.
BELOVED MARRIAGE COURSE
LIVING IN THE FATHER’S LOVE (WALKING WITH PURPOSE)
LADIES of St. Ann’s Parish: Do you long for a Women’s Bible Study? Would you like to meet other Catholic ladies in the Parish? Join us on Tuesdays starting Sept 18th from 10:30am -12:30pm. We will start with fellowship and move right into growing in relationship with our Heavenly Father. This brief but powerful six-week Bible study is the ideal way to revive and refresh yourself. Discover just how much God loves us and how the Gospels are deeply relevant to our relationship with God and with those we love. For more information, please contact Kathy at kathysmail@shaw.ca.
From the Pastor’s Desk
By Dr. Eduardo
A new School Year is about to start, so joy, expectations, goals and excitement is on the air. Installation Mass is a beautiful ceremony that speaks about the Church’s mission and vision. Archbishop Miller gets a chance to meet the Parish community and preside over it in faith, while the role of a Pastor is explained through words and ministry.
At the beginning of this mandate, a Biblical Passage from Luke’s Gospel comes to mind: “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because He anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives, and recovery of sight to the blind and to set free those who are oppressed.” (Lk. 4:18)
I see it as a mission statement, as a reminder of the Pastor’s role. First of all, Pastors are ‘sent’ on a mission; not a personal one, but the Church’s. We bring the power of the Sacraments and a ministry of service, so that inspired by the Gospels the poor and abandoned are always the priority of her mission. The Church’s message is one of joy and hope. It is a good news that proclaims liberty, grace and breaking of chains.
Let me, then, motivate you to embark as a community on this faith adventure. Catechesis Programs will soon start. May faith be molded in our children’s minds and hearts. Parish groups will continue to meet: may they grow in number and in deeds of charity. Celebrating the Sacraments is a sure way of nurturing our souls, hearing God’s Word in liturgical contexts and allowing it to brightly shine in our lives. Through Parish activities, may we build a sense of community, mutual trust and support so that God’s image is always respected and honored.
With God’s grace, I really wish to be a loving father, a gentle shepherd and a wise teacher to all.
United in prayer, I sign.
Fr. Eduardo
Volunteers for Alpha Fall 2018
Alpha Fall 2018 If you are interested in helping with Alpha this Fall please contact Jody in the Religious Education Office. We need prayer support, table hosts, and kitchen help. This time we want to invite new people who have little or no exposure to the Christian faith.
Religious Education Office. 604-852-5602 ex 7. Email alpha@stannsabbotsford.ca
Parishioner in need of a ride home
One of our elderly parishioners is in need of a ride home (on Ware Street) after the 5:00 pm Mass on Saturday evenings. If you can help out please call Patty at 604-302-2881. Thank you.
ADULT FAITH FORMATION PROGRAMS
ADULT FAITH FORMATION PROGRAMS FOR SEPTEMBER: If you know someone who is interested in learning more about the Catholic faith or possibly becoming a Catholic, consider invite them to join our class this September 2018 to May 2019 (RCIA). We meet on Thursday evenings. Classes are engaging and open to questions. If you are interested in helping others while also learning more about your faith, we need Catholic sponsors and hosts to help. Please contact Jody at the Religious Education Office. 604-852-5602 ex 7. Email adultfaith@stannsabbotsford.ca
PILGRIMAGE TO THE GROTTO OF OUR LADY OF LOURDES
PILGRIMAGE TO THE GROTTO OF OUR LADY OF LOURDES———Saturday, August 18th, 10-4 at Fraser River Heritage Park, 7494 Mary Street, Mission. Confessions begin at 10am. Mass 1pm Procession to Grotto (Rosary and Benediction) to follow.
FOOD DONATIONS NEEDED
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL is a ministry in our parish that feeds the hungry of the community through the help of your generous monetary donations and canned/dried foods left in the collection box in the foyer. We deliver food to their homes 3 times a week or as needed. We are currently short of canned fruit and mac & cheese. Please leave your donations in SVDP box in Church foyer. Thank you.
CWL SISTERS
CWL SISTERS: if you are interested in writing your story of immigrating to Canada, you still have time. Please drop them off at the Parish Office by August 1st.
VOLUNTEERS needed
VOLUNTEERS are needed by the Knights of Columbus to help with prep work, cooking, washing dishes etc. on the Food Bus during this year’s Agrifair. Please fill in your name and phone # on the SIGN UP SHEET found on the table in the Church Foyer.
