St. Theresa Catholic Church - 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Video, Pictures, Prayers, and Many New Announcements
Dear Parishioners and Friends of St. Theresa Parish,
Important Announcement UPDATE
Resumption of Holy Mass Celebrations with a 30% Attendance Limit - Ash Wednesday
We
are pleased to confirm that liturgical celebrations will resume at St
Theresa Parish with a 30% attendance limit, beginning this coming Ash
Wednesday, February 17th at 9:00am (Holy mass with distribution of the
ashes).
Regular
weekend Masses will proceed at the previously scheduled times of 4:30pm
Saturday and 10:30am Sunday as of February 20th.
Please note that everyone attending Mass:
· Must wear a mask;
· Should arrive 30 minutes before Mass starts as numbers are limited;
· Must enter via the side door on the corner of Somerset St. and Cartier St.;
· Once inside, everyone must follow the instructions given by the volunteers.
St Theresa Parish Office
Tel: 613-235-5119
Thanks and God bless!
February 7, 2021 - Happy 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Dear
Parishioners and Friends, Remember We Pray for You and Your Families.
(See
many New Announcements -Friday Facts - from the Archdiocese below the video)
Please Email Our Secretary
Sheila for appointments for prayer, confession, or sacrament of the
sick: sttheresa@rogers.com
5th Sunday in Ordinary Time 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.
PARISH & OTHER NEWS (some pictures from inside the Church)
2. Fr. Vincent with parishioner John Crouse
Keep our Parish Alive!
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/
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/128967353RR0028-st-theresa-of-the-child-jesus-parish/
Thank you for your donations and God Bless you!
A prayer from Patricia MD:
A Prayer to Combat the Coronavirus Pandemic
Pictures from Our Parish:
1. Ron, pictured below, has been volunteering at all Masses since June even daily Masses - Our thanks to Ron and his wife for all their good work.
2. Fr. Vincent with parishioner John Crouse
3. Maureen a long time parishioner kneels at the image of Our Lady of Perpetual Help and prays
ONLINE MEMBERSHIP
The Knights of Columbus offers membership to practical Catholic men age 18 and older. The Knights of Columbus is a Family orientated organization, striving to Unite, and Strengthen family bonds through Faith and Fun.
Candidates who join through the E Membership program will belong to the Ontario State Council.
E Members are invited to transfer to a Local Council where at that time they will take part in Welcoming Ceremonies which will further explain our Four principles of the order: Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism.
https://www.kofc.org/uns/apps/joinus/en/registration/index.html
For more Information please contact:
Roger Richard – fs16005@ontariokofc.ca, 613-277-5423
Knights of Columbus Fraternal Benefits Presentation – Knights of Columbus, St. Theresa the Little Flower Council 16005 here at St. Theresa will be hosting a Fraternal Benefits Presentation by Zoom at 7:00pm on Monday, February 22nd, 2021. This event is open to all parishioners and couples in particular are encouraged to attend. The purpose of the event is to provide information about the world’s largest Catholic Fraternity and to learn more about the many benefits that are available to members and their families. If you would like to join us for this Fraternal Benefit Seminar, please send me an e-mail so I can send you an invitation.
Roger Richard – roger-richard@rogers.com
Prayers requested for Carlo Chiarelli and his family by Duane
REGISTER! 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. Please Email
westenmiriam@gmail.com for the link.
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 your 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)
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 your 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)
Pope Francis’ Prayer for Protection during the
Coronavirus Pandemic
O Mary, you shine continuously on our journey as a sign of
salvation and hope. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the
Sick. At the foot of the Cross you participated in Jesus’ pain,
with steadfast faith.
You, Salvation of the Roman People, know what we need. We
are certain that you will provide, so that, as you did at Cana of
Galilee, joy and feasting might return after this moment of trial.
Help us, Mother of Divine Love, to conform ourselves to the
Father’s will and to do what Jesus tells us: He who took our
sufferings upon Himself, and bore our sorrows to bring us,
through the Cross, to the joy of the Resurrection. Amen.
We seek refuge under your protection, O Holy Mother of God.
Do not despise our pleas – we who are put to the test – and
deliver us from every danger, O glorious and blessed Virgin.
February 5, 2021
FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE - FRIDAY FACTS
Archbishop’s Message: Please find a message from Archbishop Damphousse on vaccinations directly at this link or on the website at https://en.archoc.ca.
Pastoral Day – February 10: Priests and parish offices, please note the date of the morning only Pastoral Day in English via ZOOM on Wed., Feb. 10, 10 am – 12 pm. Please register at https://en.archoc.ca/.
Rite of Election: The decision has been made to cancel the in-person Rite of Election at Notre Dame Cathedral, scheduled for the First Sunday of Lent. Parishes with catechumens are asked to celebrate the Rite within their parishes, following all COVID guidelines. We ask that you send the names of the Elect to Pastoral Services (abrown@archottawa.ca) by the end of February. An insert with the names will be prepared for the Book of the Elect, which Archbishop Damphousse will sign. Also, please let us know by the end of February if we have permission to list the parish and first names of the Elect in a news item on our website. Thank you.
Parishes Livestreaming/Recording of Masses: A list of parishes in the Archdiocese that are regularly livestreaming or recording Masses is available on our website at https://en.archoc.ca/masses-online.
Friday Facts on the new Website: The Friday Facts can be found on our new website at: https://en.archoc.ca/friday-facts. The submission form for Friday Facts can be found at https://en.archoc.ca/submission-for-friday-facts.
Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall - Employment Opportunity - Human Resources Manager: The Human Resources Manager, under the supervision of the Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia, is primarily responsible for planning, developing, implementing and evaluating human resources and labour relations strategies, including policies, programs and procedures to meet the organization's human resource needs. The full description can be found on the diocesan website at https://en.archoc.ca/employment-opportunities.
Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall - Employment Opportunity - Diocesan Finance: Please see the following link for details on the two available positions (Accountant – Internal Auditor & Payroll Clerk) in diocesan finance: https://en.archoc.ca/employment-opportunities.
College of Consultors: A reminder that parishes are invited to submit proposals to the College of Consultors for any new projects: construction, renovation, restorations, major acquisitions, property sales, major fundraising campaigns, changes to sacred art or to worship spaces. Approval must be obtained from the Archbishop before carrying out these projects, once presented to the College of Consultors. The College is meeting on Tues., Feb. 23. To be included on the College’s agenda, parishes must submit their project proposals to the diocese at centre@archottawa.ca no later than Fri., Feb. 12. Note that submissions received past the deadline will not be considered. Proposals to the College should include a completed form found in the College of Consultors 2018 Policy, as well as: the nature and cost of the project, including three quotes with price estimates; and how the project is to be financed (parish reserve, fundraising or loan). Note: requests to the Loan Fund for Parishes are up to a maximum of 50% of the project cost. If architectural or engineering plans/designs form part of your submission, these should be provided in PDF. For additional info, please refer to the College of Consultors Policy on the Archdiocese Website, or contact centre@archottawa.ca or by phone at 613-738-5025, ext. 244.
Prayers: For the repose of the soul of Deacon Robert Turpin who died on October 30, 2020 at the age of 69. He leaves behind his wife Lyse and two sons. He was ordained a permanent deacon at Sainte-Anne Parish on Sept. 26, 1999 by Archbishop Marcel Gervais. He was assigned to Sainte-Marie Parish in Orleans. Later, the parishes of Saint-Hughes in Sarsfield, Saint-Laurent in Carlsbad Springs and Notre-Dame-des-Champs in Navan were added to his assignment. As a permanent deacon he also ministered at the Ottawa-Carleton Detention Centre. The funeral will be at a future date. Please remember Deacon Robert Turpin and his family in your prayers.
VOCATIONS
Prayers for Vocations: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time - February 14. That the Holy Spirit will assist all those discerning a vocation to the priesthood, diaconate, or consecrated life to discover the truth of God’s call, we pray to the Lord.
VIRTUAL Come and See: The community Servants of the Cross is hosting a Virtual Come and See for young single women who are thinking of consecrated life. A time to discover your vocation by listening to God and your heart. A time to grow in your relationship with God and learn how to discern his will. A time to get to know the community.... Thursday night - Saturday night, February 18-20. Please contact Sr. Michael Penelope at 613-729-8710 or sisterpenelope@servantsofthecross.ca for inquiry and registration.
CARE FOR CREATION
Ecumenical and Interreligious Guidebook - Care for Our Common Home: As we continue to celebrate the anniversary year of Laudato Si’, is your parish interested in interfaith discussions and actions that show care for God’s creation? If so, a guide published jointly by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, the Catholic Climate Covenant and the Catholic Association of Diocesan Ecumenical and Interreligious Officers provides many resources for use by parishes: https://catholicclimatecovenant.org/files/resource/attachment/2020_USCCB-guidebook-web-final.pdf. Info: John Dorner (jdorner@archottawa.ca).
FAMILY, YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS
‘By My Side Program’ for Separated and Divorced Catholics: Virtually via Zoom. A program of spiritual friendship and healing. The six-week sessions begin Sat., Mar. 27. Registrants will receive a private link to join prior to their first session. Women sessions: 9:00 – 11:00 AM. Men sessions: 12:00 – 2:00 PM. The program, led from a Catholic faith exploration perspective, is designed to help participants find reconciliation, peace and healing by taking positive steps in their daily spiritual life. Further info & registration: www.bymyside.ca or on Facebook at: facebook.com/bymysideott or contact Mary Jane Manley at (613-294-1308). The cost is $40.
FROM THE CCCB
2021 World Day of the Sick: The 29th World Day of the Sick will be celebrated on 11 February, the memorial of Our Lady of Lourdes. The Holy See has released the Holy Father’s Message which is entitled “You have but one teacher and you are all brothers” (Mt 23:8), which encourages a trust-based relationship with the sick and the nurturing of integral human healing. Message of the Holy Father.
FAITH FORMATION
CWL League Development Day Online: This year, it is a 2-Part Online Session led by Leslie Giddings MEd, OCT, IAF Certified Professional Facilitator. Feb. 13 & 27, 10:00-11:30am. All are welcome! There is no cost. Registration: Tina McKay: tinamckay.cwl@gmail.com or 613-697-4200. Info: https://ottawa.cwl.on.ca/files/League_Development_Day_2021.pdf.
Alpha Course Online from St. Isidore, Kanata: Experience Alpha online for men, women and youth on weekday's & weekends starting Feb. 19. To join us please register online at www.StIsidoreKanata.com.
EMPLOYMENT & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall - Human Resources Manager: The Human Resources Manager, under the supervision of the Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia, is primarily responsible for planning, developing, implementing and evaluating human resources and labour relations strategies, including policies, programs and procedures to meet the organization's human resource needs. The full description can be found on the diocesan website at https://en.archoc.ca/employment-opportunities.
Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall - Diocesan Finance: Please see the following link for details on the two available positions (Accountant – Internal Auditor & Payroll Clerk) in diocesan finance: https://en.archoc.ca/employment-opportunities.
FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE - FRIDAY FACTS
Archbishop’s Message: Please find a message from Archbishop Damphousse on vaccinations directly at this link or on the website at https://en.archoc.ca.
Pastoral Day – February 10: Priests and parish offices, please note the date of the morning only Pastoral Day in English via ZOOM on Wed., Feb. 10, 10 am – 12 pm. Please register at https://en.archoc.ca/.
Rite of Election: The decision has been made to cancel the in-person Rite of Election at Notre Dame Cathedral, scheduled for the First Sunday of Lent. Parishes with catechumens are asked to celebrate the Rite within their parishes, following all COVID guidelines. We ask that you send the names of the Elect to Pastoral Services (abrown@archottawa.ca) by the end of February. An insert with the names will be prepared for the Book of the Elect, which Archbishop Damphousse will sign. Also, please let us know by the end of February if we have permission to list the parish and first names of the Elect in a news item on our website. Thank you.
Parishes Livestreaming/Recording of Masses: A list of parishes in the Archdiocese that are regularly livestreaming or recording Masses is available on our website at https://en.archoc.ca/masses-online.
Friday Facts on the new Website: The Friday Facts can be found on our new website at: https://en.archoc.ca/friday-facts. The submission form for Friday Facts can be found at https://en.archoc.ca/submission-for-friday-facts.
Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall - Employment Opportunity - Human Resources Manager: The Human Resources Manager, under the supervision of the Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia, is primarily responsible for planning, developing, implementing and evaluating human resources and labour relations strategies, including policies, programs and procedures to meet the organization's human resource needs. The full description can be found on the diocesan website at https://en.archoc.ca/employment-opportunities.
Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall - Employment Opportunity - Diocesan Finance: Please see the following link for details on the two available positions (Accountant – Internal Auditor & Payroll Clerk) in diocesan finance: https://en.archoc.ca/employment-opportunities.
College of Consultors: A reminder that parishes are invited to submit proposals to the College of Consultors for any new projects: construction, renovation, restorations, major acquisitions, property sales, major fundraising campaigns, changes to sacred art or to worship spaces. Approval must be obtained from the Archbishop before carrying out these projects, once presented to the College of Consultors. The College is meeting on Tues., Feb. 23. To be included on the College’s agenda, parishes must submit their project proposals to the diocese at centre@archottawa.ca no later than Fri., Feb. 12. Note that submissions received past the deadline will not be considered. Proposals to the College should include a completed form found in the College of Consultors 2018 Policy, as well as: the nature and cost of the project, including three quotes with price estimates; and how the project is to be financed (parish reserve, fundraising or loan). Note: requests to the Loan Fund for Parishes are up to a maximum of 50% of the project cost. If architectural or engineering plans/designs form part of your submission, these should be provided in PDF. For additional info, please refer to the College of Consultors Policy on the Archdiocese Website, or contact centre@archottawa.ca or by phone at 613-738-5025, ext. 244.
Prayers: For the repose of the soul of Deacon Robert Turpin who died on October 30, 2020 at the age of 69. He leaves behind his wife Lyse and two sons. He was ordained a permanent deacon at Sainte-Anne Parish on Sept. 26, 1999 by Archbishop Marcel Gervais. He was assigned to Sainte-Marie Parish in Orleans. Later, the parishes of Saint-Hughes in Sarsfield, Saint-Laurent in Carlsbad Springs and Notre-Dame-des-Champs in Navan were added to his assignment. As a permanent deacon he also ministered at the Ottawa-Carleton Detention Centre. The funeral will be at a future date. Please remember Deacon Robert Turpin and his family in your prayers.
VOCATIONS
Prayers for Vocations: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time - February 14. That the Holy Spirit will assist all those discerning a vocation to the priesthood, diaconate, or consecrated life to discover the truth of God’s call, we pray to the Lord.
VIRTUAL Come and See: The community Servants of the Cross is hosting a Virtual Come and See for young single women who are thinking of consecrated life. A time to discover your vocation by listening to God and your heart. A time to grow in your relationship with God and learn how to discern his will. A time to get to know the community.... Thursday night - Saturday night, February 18-20. Please contact Sr. Michael Penelope at 613-729-8710 or sisterpenelope@servantsofthecross.ca for inquiry and registration.
CARE FOR CREATION
Ecumenical and Interreligious Guidebook - Care for Our Common Home: As we continue to celebrate the anniversary year of Laudato Si’, is your parish interested in interfaith discussions and actions that show care for God’s creation? If so, a guide published jointly by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, the Catholic Climate Covenant and the Catholic Association of Diocesan Ecumenical and Interreligious Officers provides many resources for use by parishes: https://catholicclimatecovenant.org/files/resource/attachment/2020_USCCB-guidebook-web-final.pdf. Info: John Dorner (jdorner@archottawa.ca).
FAMILY, YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS
‘By My Side Program’ for Separated and Divorced Catholics: Virtually via Zoom. A program of spiritual friendship and healing. The six-week sessions begin Sat., Mar. 27. Registrants will receive a private link to join prior to their first session. Women sessions: 9:00 – 11:00 AM. Men sessions: 12:00 – 2:00 PM. The program, led from a Catholic faith exploration perspective, is designed to help participants find reconciliation, peace and healing by taking positive steps in their daily spiritual life. Further info & registration: www.bymyside.ca or on Facebook at: facebook.com/bymysideott or contact Mary Jane Manley at (613-294-1308). The cost is $40.
FROM THE CCCB
2021 World Day of the Sick: The 29th World Day of the Sick will be celebrated on 11 February, the memorial of Our Lady of Lourdes. The Holy See has released the Holy Father’s Message which is entitled “You have but one teacher and you are all brothers” (Mt 23:8), which encourages a trust-based relationship with the sick and the nurturing of integral human healing. Message of the Holy Father.
FAITH FORMATION
CWL League Development Day Online: This year, it is a 2-Part Online Session led by Leslie Giddings MEd, OCT, IAF Certified Professional Facilitator. Feb. 13 & 27, 10:00-11:30am. All are welcome! There is no cost. Registration: Tina McKay: tinamckay.cwl@gmail.com or 613-697-4200. Info: https://ottawa.cwl.on.ca/files/League_Development_Day_2021.pdf.
Alpha Course Online from St. Isidore, Kanata: Experience Alpha online for men, women and youth on weekday's & weekends starting Feb. 19. To join us please register online at www.StIsidoreKanata.com.
EMPLOYMENT & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall - Human Resources Manager: The Human Resources Manager, under the supervision of the Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia, is primarily responsible for planning, developing, implementing and evaluating human resources and labour relations strategies, including policies, programs and procedures to meet the organization's human resource needs. The full description can be found on the diocesan website at https://en.archoc.ca/employment-opportunities.
Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall - Diocesan Finance: Please see the following link for details on the two available positions (Accountant – Internal Auditor & Payroll Clerk) in diocesan finance: https://en.archoc.ca/employment-opportunities.
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