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St. Albert the Great Parish “O taste and see that the Lord is good”   Ps 34.8 10 Prestwick Drive SE, Calgary, AB, Canada T2Z 4J6 Phone: 403 257 6054          Fax: 403 257 6072 www.stalbertthegreat.ca Charitable...

 

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St. Albert the Great Parish

 

“O taste and see that the Lord is good”   Ps 34.8

 

10 Prestwick Drive SE, Calgary, AB, Canada T2Z 4J6

Phone: 403 257 6054          Fax: 403 257 6072

Charitable Registration Number 107909939 RR0084

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2nd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

 

1st Reading: Isaiah 49.3, 5-6
2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 1.1-3
Gospel: John 1.29-34

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION

 

Today’s readings provide clear and inspiring reminders of the most fundamental aspect of our identity — that of servants of our most high and holy God, His modern-day disciples, and stewards.

John the Baptist recognized the holiness of Jesus and the response due to  Him when he encountered Christ in person on the day they met at the Jordan River.  His response, which we read in our Gospel passage from St. John was,  “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world… He is the one of whom I said, ‘A man is coming after me who ranks ahead of me because he existed before me.’”

What a powerful description of our Lord and the place He should rightfully have in each of our lives. He is truly our Savior, the only one who can free us from our sinfulness.  We are utterly and completely dependent on His power, love, and mercy.  Therefore, He truly does “rank ahead” of us; he deserves to be first, above all other priorities and plans in our lives.  Let us examine our daily lives and encourage our children to do the same.

Does the way I spend my time reflect that God comes first?  Do prayer and weekly Mass, regular confession, and time with my family “rank ahead” of everything else on my calendar?  Do I use my talents, skills, and energy to serve my family, parish and community in thanksgiving and recognition that God’s kingdom ranks ahead of any other goals or ambitions?   Do I spend my money and use my material possessions to glorify God?

Challenge questions, to be sure.  But questions worthy of our high calling as Christian stewards offered a glorious mission in service of our Lord and His kingdom.  What will our response be?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MASS INTENTIONS

 

Tue, Jan 17 @ 11:00 am           Phyllis Thul (RIP) - Senior Care Centre

Tue, Jan 17 @ 6:30 pm             Joan Bath (RIP)
Wed, Jan 18 @ 9:00 am            Fr. Andrew (INT)

Wed, Jan 18 @ 6:30 pm            Gabriella Herb-Peta (INT)
Thu, Jan 19 @ 9:00 am             Barbara ORourke (RIP)

Thu, Jan 19 @ 6:30 pm             Andrew Honish (INT)
Fri, Jan 20 @ 9:00 am               Mike Brothers (RIP)
Fri, Jan 20 @ 6:30 pm               Elizabeth Honish (INT)
Sat, Jan 21 @ 9:00 am              Fr. Albie O'Connor (RIP)
Sat, Jan 21 @ 5:00 pm              Reynaldo & Ancieta Miranda (RIP)
Sun, Jan 22 @ 9:00 am             Gabino Ducut (RIP)

Sun, Jan 22 @ 11:00 am           St. Albert the Great Community (INT)
Sun, Jan 22 @ 5:00 pm             Timmy & Anna Kolattukudy Famiily (INT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FINANCIAL UPDATE FOR DECEMBER 2022

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PARISH CENSUS

 

Please take a moment to complete the St. Albert the Great Parish Census Form.  You don't even need to travel to Bethlehem!  Just click the link: St. Albert the Great Parish Census Form


This Census is to be completed by an adult in the household who will then submit this information on behalf of that household.


Please complete Family Member 1 as they are required and any other Family Member information in the Family Member 2 to Family Member 6 sections inclusive of all of the people that are living in your household.  You can skip all other remaining non-completed Members in the form when you have finished entering your family information and proceed to Page 7 to complete the form and click on the Submit button to submit your responses.

 

This Census is used to provide the parish with updated information on its parishioners.  This information will be kept confidential and will only be used by the Parish and the Diocese and will not be available for public use.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

KofC BOTTLE DRIVE - JANUARY 21 & 22

 

The Knights of Columbus will be holding a bottle drive on the weekend of January 21 - 22.  Please bring all your bottles, aluminum cans, and milk and juice cartons to the church parking lot after all Saturday and Sunday Masses or anytime during the day that weekend.  Proceeds will be used to support our Iranian Refugee family.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BASKETBALL FREE THROW

 

The Knights of Columbus will be hosting a Basketball Free Throw competition for boys and girls ages 9 to 14.  This will be at St. Albert the Great School, 225 Prestwick Ave SE on January 18 at 6:30 pm.  This is non-denominational.  Parents and Knights are all welcome to attend.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL

 

St. Albert the Great St. Vincent de Paul needs feminine hygiene products and ketchup.  Please drop your donations in the St. Vincent de Paul box in the Narthex. Thank you for your support!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL - CHRISTMAS HAMPER PROGRAM - THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

 

The 2022 Christmas Hamper Program was a wonderful example of how an entire community came together to help 220 families at Christmas.  St Albert the Great parishioners, students, teachers, administrators and parents from 10 schools, volunteers from St Albert the Great Parish, and corporate sponsors made it possible with their generous donations.  We would like to thank the following companies for their support in 2022:

Calgary Italian Bakery
Costco Wholesale-Heritage
No Frills- 17 Ave S.E.
Pie Junkies- Mahogany
Safeway-130 Ave S.E.
Shoppers Drug Mart-4 St S.W.
South Calgary Periodontal Group
Triple Waste Management
Thomas Fresh
Victory Packaging
Walmart- 130 Ave S.E.

Please keep those who are suffering with food insecurity in your prayers.

Happy New Year!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

St. Cecilia – Showing of Mother Teresa Film

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday Bulletin shorts, free to use 

The central thread in John’s understanding of Jesus is that Jesus is the revelation of God’s own divine self. Jesus’ mission is to reveal the Father.  This mission is passed on to each generation of followers.  By taking within ourselves the revealed Word-made-flesh in Jesus, we become participants in the divine plan of being “a light to the nations.”  The suffering servant in Isaiah is fulfilled in Jesus and continued in every Christian.  John’s line “here is the Lamb of God …” is likely included because these words had already established themselves as an integral part of worship in the early church.

  • How do we live out our responsibility in the mission of Jesus?
  • How and where do we come to recognize Jesus?
  • Which part of John’s testimony impacts you most strongly?
    (Source: Diocese of Saskatoon) 

Resources for children

For most of us, the best way to teach others about God is by living a good life and loving God.  If you really do your best to love God then your life will be like St. John the Baptist's and point the way to Jesus.  What is something that you can do this week to lead someone to Jesus? (Source: The Kid's Bulletin)

Horizons of Hope - Jan 16 

Almost 300 participants came out to seek better understanding of the human experience of dying and death in the 1st Module of the Horizon of Hope series. Please join the next workshops:

  • Monday, Jan. 16 (7 to 9 pm) | Module 2: Discerning and Making Decisions at the End of Life
  • Monday, Jan. 23 (7 to 9 pm) | Module 3: Accompanying Those at the End of Life 
  • Monday, Jan. 30 (7 to 9 pm) | Module 4: Supporting and Integrating Within the Wider Community 

You will be able to choose one of the six following locations: Catholic Pastoral Centre (120 17 Ave SW, Calgary); Ascension Parish, Calgary; St Gerard Parish, Calgary; St. Martha, Lethbridge; Holy Family, Medicine Hat; St James, Okotoks. Register at catholicyyc.ca/horizon...

 

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity | Jan 18-25

The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is celebrated around the world on January 18-25.  The 2023 theme for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, “Do good,; seek justice." (Isaiah 1:17).  Seek and pray for a deeper understanding of ecumenism. Resources: weekofprayer.ca

Prayer Services for Week of Prayer for Christian Unity:

  • Tuesday, Jan 24, 11:15 am - Ambrose University, Calgary
  • Wednesday, Jan 25, 6:30 pm - Parkdale United Church, Calgary

Wanted: Used or Unused Christmas Cards

With your support, the Mission Council raised $5,300 to help our brothers and sisters in our home and international missions.  Please consider putting aside your used and unused greeting cards for donation to the Mission Council card-making program.  You can drop off the cards at your parish office or Catholic Pastoral Centre (120 17 Ave SW, Calgary) during business hours. 

 

Listening to God and the other | Jan 17

Join speaker Fr. Tim Boyle in a reflection on ministry based on the teachings of the Holy Father.  When: Tuesday, Jan 17 at 10:30 am.  Online or in-person at St. Martha's Parish in Lethbridge.  Livestream available at stmarthasparish.ca 

 

Transitions | begins Jan 17

The Diocese of Calgary is offering Transitions, 15-week peer led support group for individuals who are working through the pain of separation and divorce toward growth and new life.  Every Tuesday, from January 17, 2023 to April 25, 2023, from 7 pm to 9 pm at the Catholic Pastoral Centre (120 – 17th Avenue SW, Calgary).  No fee registration.  Register at catholicyyc.ca/trans... or call 403-218-5500.

 

Prison Ministry Volunteers

We need more volunteers to serve during Liturgy of the Word and Rosary prayers in both Calgary Remand Centre and the Calgary Correctional Centre.  For more information, visit our website at catholicyyc.ca/blog/pr... or email Sr. Mariflor at Mariflor.Jacob@calgary... 

 

Dare to Trust | Jan 21 

Serra Club of Calgary invites everyone to join their next event featuring Calgary seminarian Samuel O’Ejeregbe.  Theme: From England to Alberta: Dare to trust?  Don't miss Samuel's testimony of perseverance and fidelity in answering God's call.  When: Saturday, Jan. 21 at 9 am to Noon, St. Mary's Cathedral.  To join the meeting online, contact serracalgary@gmail.com 

 

Come and see - the Dominican Sisters | Jan 21

Have you ever wondered if "nuns" were still around?  What do they do?  How do they live?  "Come and See" a glimpse of the Sisters way of life and find out!  Join the Dominican Sisters, Immaculate Conception Province in Calgary for a day of fun and recollection.  Saturday, Jan. 21 from 7:30 am at Our Lady Queen of Peace (Our Lady Queen of Peace, Calgary).  More information here

 

TRAiD for MAiD - Jan 24

True Assistance in Dying: Why is MAiD (Medical Assistance in Dying) embedding itself in our country?  St. Peter's CWL invites you to attend a session with Peggy Thomson Gibson, MDCM.FRCP(C).  She will present how to "Defend the Faith without Raising our Voice" to shed the light of faith through prayer, action and sacrifice.  When: Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 7:45 pm, at St. Peter's (541 Silvergrove Dr NW Calgary) church hall following the 7 pm Mass.  Refreshments will be served. 

 

The War in Ukraine

Ukraine and its people are still in crisis.  Let us renew our efforts to pray, fast, and act. Kindly donate through your local parish or online at www.cnewa.org/c a and www.devp.org 

 

Career opportunities

  • Coordinator & Assistant Coordinator (Casual) - Feed the Hungry, Calgary

Please visit catholicyyc.ca/caree... for more information and application details. 

 

Airdrie Dream Vacation tickets

The Airdrie Knights of Columbus Council 8045 have launched their sixth annual Airdrie Dream Vacation Lottery.  The next early-bird draw is set for Valentine’s Day Feb. 14, 2023.  Tickets can be purchased online at airdriedreamvacation....  There will be a draw of $2500 dream vacation travel voucher each month starting in April 2023, plus four draws of $120 in cash. 

 

Pope’s Prayer Intention for Educators - Jan 2023

Let us pray that educators may be credible witnesses, teaching fraternity rather than confrontation and helping especially the youngest and most vulnerable above all.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sent by Gerry Selinger

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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