St. Theresa Catholic Church - Happy Solemnity of the Baptism of Our Lord - Video with Lyrics, and Many New Announcements

This Week's 2nd Sunday in ordinary time for January 17 - Please Click this LINK: https://sttheresaschurch.blogspot.com/2021/01/st-theresa-catholic-church-2nd-sunday.html

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***Important: WRONG Link sent in Email for 2nd Sunday in ordinary time for January 17:

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January 9, 2021

Happy Solemnity of the Baptism of Our Lord! Dear Parishioners and Friends We all wish you a Blessed Solemnity! - Mass was recorded for this Solemnity. The next Mass will be recorded for Sunday Vigil - January 16, 2021. (See many New Announcements from the Archdiocese below the video)

Fr. Vincent will allow private prayer by individuals in the Church by appointment. Please Email Our Secretary Sheila for appointments for prayer, confession, or sacrament of the sick: sttheresa@rogers.com

From Veronica Bekking: Online Bible study conference and it might be of interest to some choir members or parishioners.
Here is the link to the conference: https://go.virtualcatholicconference.com/Bible2021

Solemnity of the Baptism of Our Lord Mass Video Below with Fr. Vincent - an edited version from the live with volumes adjusted:

LYRICS to all the songs have been added so you can sing along at home!

 

LIKE Our Parish St. Theresa FaceBook Page: https://www.facebook.com/St-Theresas-Catholic-Church-104848044287265/

Prayers requested for Carlo Chiarelli and his family 

PARISH & OTHER NEWS

► If you desire to receive the Sacrament of Confession or the Sacrament of the Sick, please contact Fr. Vincent at sttheresa@rogers.com or call the office at 613-235-5119 .

Please Remember to Donate Securely via Credit Card or PayPal to our Ottawa St. Theresa Parish Via Canada Helps:

https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/128967353RR0028-st-theresa-of-the-child-jesus-parish/

OR Interac e-Transfer®.. You can also send a donation to the church’s e-mail address sttheresa@rogers.com as mentioned on the website 

REGISTER Now! New Free Children's Choir available twice per month on Zoom by St. Theresa's Organist Miriam Westen - All young people aged 8-16 are welcome to join on Sat. Jan. 23  at 1pm. Please Email westenmiriam@gmail.com for the link.

Thank you for your donations and God Bless you!
FREE Kid's Bulletin Print out - https://thekidsbulletin.com/

Prayer to make Spiritual Communion:

People who cannot communicate make spiritual communion:

At your feet, O my Jesus I bow down and offer you the repentance of my contrite heart, which abysses itself into its nothingness and Your holy presence. I adore you in the Sacrament of Your love, the ineffable Eucharist. I wish to receive you in the poor home that my heart offers you. In anticipation of the happiness of sacramental communion, I want to possess you in spirit. Come to me, oh my Jesus, that I may come to you. May Your love inflame my whole being, for life and death. I believe in you, I hope in you, I love you. So be it. Amen

Perpetual NOVENA Prayer to St. Theresa Little Flower:

O Little Therese of the Child Jesus, Please pick for me a rose, from the heavenly garden and send it to me, as a message of love. O Little Flower of Jesus, ask God to grant the favors I now place with confidence in you hands ( mention your special prayer request here ) St. Therese, help me to always believe, as you did, in God's great love for me, so that I may imitate your "Little Way" each day. Amen ( Say 1 Our Father, 1 Hail Mary and 1 Glory Be each day)

Friday Facts FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE

Happy New Year 2021! Please note that although the Ottawa Diocesan offices have moved to a temporary location, we are connected by email and by phone. Thank you for your patience as we continue to work through some inevitable technical glitches! The new Ottawa mailing address is 1244 Kilborn Place, Ottawa, ON K1H 6L1. The Cornwall office remains opened.

Translation and Text Revision Group for the Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall: We are looking for people who would be able to be part of a group that would be responsible for proof reading and translating the texts (French/English) that are published by the Archdiocese. If you are interested in joining this group, please contact Hélène Laporte at hlaporte@archottawa.ca.

Marriage Preparation in Parishes: Parishes who are planning to offer Marriage Preparation this winter/spring, please share this info with the Pastoral Services Office Archdiocese at abrown@ArchOttawa.ca. Thank you.

Parishes Livestreaming/Taping of Masses: If your parish is regularly livestreaming or taping Masses and you wish to have this info available on our website please let us know at abrown@archottawa.ca, giving the website location where your livestreaming or taping can be viewed.

Prayers: It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Guy Legault, brother of diocesan staff Ms. Colette Legault and Mr. Raymond Legault. He died on Saturday, December 19, 2020, at the Elizabeth Bruyère Palliative Care Unit. He was 67 years old. Please remember Guy, Colette, Raymond and their family in your prayers.

VOCATIONS

Prayers for Vocations: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time - January 17, 2021. That all Catholics will recognize their responsibility to discover their vocation in Christ and follow Him, especially those chosen for the priesthood, diaconate or consecrated life, we pray to the Lord. Third Sunday in Ordinary Time - January 24, 2021. For an increase in vocations to the priesthood, diaconate and consecrated life and for a deeper gratitude for the priests, deacons and religious now serving our diocese, we pray to the Lord.

FROM THE CCCB

Life and Family Suggestions for Homilies and Prayers of the Faithful During January 2021: The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops continues to post homily ideas and prayers of the faithful to help link the Sunday liturgy with the national pastoral initiative for life and family. As usual, the suggestions for homilies and prayers can be easily adapted for group, family or personal prayer. The texts for the month of January are available on the Life and Family webpage, under the section “Suggestions for Homilies & Prayers of the Faithful”.

CCCB Issues Response on Recent Legislative Decisions Relative to Bill C-7: Following the adoption of Bill C-7, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (medical assistance in dying) at Third Reading in the House of Commons and the announcement by the Superior Court of Québec to grant a two-month extension to the federal government on its deadline to legislate, the Executive Committee of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) issued a response calling on legislators to “… conscientiously rethink this current legislation and the amendments being considered in advance of the formal parliamentary review… Read more.

FROM THE HOLY SEE

Pope’s Prayer Intention for January 2021: The Pope’s Prayer Intention for January 2021 is available online at https://www.popesprayer.va/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/INTENZIONI-DEL-PAPA-2021-ENG-DEF.pdf.

FAITH FORMATION

eAlpha on Wednesdays via Zoom: The Alpha Experience helps prepare us for Eternal Life by using dynamic films and interactive discussions which explore the basics, and help deepen, the Christian Faith. Simple guidance to use Zoom is provided. Visit: www.stmarysottawa.ca/alpha. Easy access from your own home, starts Wed., Jan. 27, 7-9 pm. No cost. Hosted by St Mary's Parish. Info: https://tinyurl.com/StMarysAlpha; 613 728-9811 x701.

PRO-LIFE

Miriam Centre Director, Full-time Position: Miriam Centre, a Christian ministry, is seeking a compassionate pro-life person whose primary responsibility will be to help pregnant women and their families. Must be fluently bilingual (oral/written), have good knowledge and experience in management and computer skills. Salary $16/hour, 32.5 hours/week. Send resume to: Sr. Rita Lacelle, 030- 2742 St. Joseph Blvd., Orleans, ON K1C 6E7. Info: centremiriamcentre@yahoo.ca.

CARE FOR CREATION

Pope Francis - A Culture of Care as a Path to Peace: In his message for the World Day of Peace on January 1, Pope Francis stated, “There can be no peace without a culture of care”. The principles of Catholic social doctrine serve as a compass pointing us to a shared path towards peace. This includes “commitment to promoting the dignity of each human person, solidarity with the poor and vulnerable, the pursuit of the common good and concern for the protection of creation.” All are needed. Link to Pope Francis’ message: www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/messages/peace/documents/papa-francesco_20201208_messaggio-54giornatamondiale-pace2021.html. Info: John Dorner jdorner@archottawa.ca.

SOCIAL JUSTICE

The Ottawa Pastoral Care Training Program: An inter-denominational program affiliated with the Christian Council of the Capital Area. For info on the 10-week Basic Training Course winter session starting Mon., Jan. 11 & spring session starting Mon., Mar. 22, the 4-week Advanced Course in October 2021, and the April 2021 Continuing Education Event, visit www.ottawapastoralcare.com or email ottawapastoralcare@gmail.com.

PRAYER & WORSHIP

Night of Worship and Ministry: At St. Mary’s Parish Ottawa YouTube Channel. An evening of praise, prophecy, teaching and healing on January 22, 7-9 pm. Theme: Catch the Fire. Speaker: Fr. Francis Donnelly CC, Encounter School of Ministry - Ottawa Satellite Campus. Info: Natalia Lacar 613-728-9811 x720; night.worship.ministry@stmarysottawa.ca.

SCHOOLS

Kindergarten Registration 2021: It's time to register for Kindergarten at the Ottawa Catholic School Board! Parents of children who turn 4 by December 31, 2021, can register online starting in January. Not only does this save a spot for your child in your neighbourhood OCSB school, but it also gives you, your child and your new school time to prepare for Kindergarten. We can't wait to welcome you to our #ocsbFamily! Register online: http://ocsb.ca/register/, January 11 - 15, 2021. Info: sandra.falcomer@ocsb.ca.