St. Theresa Catholic Church - 4th of LENTLaetare Sunday Mass - Video, Prayers, and New Announcements
4th Sunday in Lent Mass Video Below with Fr. Vincent and Deacon Will - an edited version from the live with volumes adjusted:
Archbishop Damphousse's 2021 Lenten Message: The Church celebrates the Holy Season of Lent to prepare ourselves for the Easter Mystery. To read the full text: https://en.archoc.ca/current-messages.
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/
Thank you for your donations and God Bless you!
Seniors' Corner
Council on Aging of Ottawa - Upcoming Online Workshops
The Council on
Aging is offering new workshops in March. Older adults are invited to
attend as many as they like. Courses run from 10am to noon on the dates
listed.
Taking Care of Your Emergency Preparedness - March 22
Understanding the Recipe for Healthy Eating - March 24
Smart Aging Core Program - currently full. Get on the waiting list HERE.If you need access to technology to be able to participate in these programs, please contact Stephanie Cadieux at 613-789-3577 x.4 or s.cadieux@coaottawa.ca. Register at https://coaottawa.ca/cat/coa-events/
Vaccination Information for Seniors
Our Councillor, Catherine Mckenney’s office just received an update on vaccine availability that might interest older seniors and caregivers of older seniors. Starting this Wednesday, residents 90 and older living anywhere in Ottawa
will be able to book an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccination. Appointments will take place starting Friday, March 12 at the Nepean Sportsplex community vaccination clinic. More information will be conveyed as it becomes available.
Visit https://ottawa.ca/en/health-and-public-safety/covid-19-ottawa for more information on the City’s vaccination plan.
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Prayer to St. Joseph - The official prayer of the Year of St. Joseph—
To you, O blessed Joseph (Ad te, beate Ioseph)—was composed by Pope Leo XIII in his 1889 encyclical, Quamquam Pluries. The Holy Father asked that it be added to the end of the Rosary especially during October, the month of the Holy Rosary. This prayer is enriched with a partial indulgence (Source: USCCB).
To you, O blessed Joseph (Ad te, beate Ioseph) To you, O blessed Joseph, do we come in our afflictions, and having implored the help of your most holy Spouse, we confidently invoke your patronage also. Through that charity which bound you to the Immaculate Virgin Mother of God and through the paternal love with which you embraced the Child Jesus, we humbly beg you graciously to regard the inheritance which Jesus Christ has purchased by his Blood, and with your power and strength to aid us in our necessities. O most watchful guardian of the Holy Family, defend the chosen children of Jesus Christ; O most loving father, ward off from us every contagion of error and corrupting influence; O our most mighty protector, be kind to us and from heaven assist us in our struggle with the power of darkness. As once you rescued the Child Jesus from deadly peril, so now protect God’s Holy Church from the snares of the enemy and from all adversity; shield, too, each one of us by your constant protection, so that, supported by your example and your aid, we may be able to live piously, to die in holiness, and to obtain eternal happiness in heaven. 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)
FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE
Archbishop Damphousse's 2021 Lenten Message: The Church celebrates the Holy Season of Lent to prepare ourselves for the Easter Mystery. To read the full text: https://en.archoc.ca/current-messages.
Chrism Mass 2021: We will be contacting those who will receive an invitation to this year’s Chrism Mass. We are doing our best to have reps from clergy, religious and lay faithful while respecting our maximum seating capacity at Notre Dame Cathedral under the current COVID-19 restrictions. Thank you for your understanding.
Webinar for Priests: Dr. Caitlin Claggett Woods is a clinical psychologist based out of the Ottawa Institute of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. In this seminar she will present the symptoms of OCD, with a particular focus on religious-based OCD (scrupulosity) and its treatment. She will provide practical tips to help clergy navigate challenging interactions and offer guidance on how to best support parishioners suffering from this affliction. Following the presentation, there will be an opportunity to ask questions and continue in dialogue. Fri., Mar. 19, 1:30-3:00 pm by Zoom (will be recorded and available for priests). To register, please email abrown@ArchOttawa.ca.
Fostering Engaged Online Communities: A free webinar offered by the Archdiocese to assist parishes in using social media to reach out and engage to their parishioners and greater community. The facilitator is Gabriella Taekema. Thurs., Mar. 25, 7:00pm. Register at https://forms.gle/rxcXhM6obLraHxTa6. Info: thurley@archottawa.ca; 613-738-5025, ext. 231.
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. For the Sacrament of Reconciliation during Lent, please contact your local parish or visit their website: https://en.archoc.ca/parishfinder. Note: the diocesan Day of Confessions is Fri., Mar. 26.
Lenten Resources on Diocesan Website: Visit the Lent section of our website. Regularly updated.
Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass Cancelled for 2021: The Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass, scheduled to take place at Notre Dame Cathedral in early May, has unfortunately been cancelled due to COVID restrictions and the requirements for physical distancing.
Notice of Death: It is with sadness that we announce the death of Father Louis Groetelaar’s father, Herman. He died on Wednesday, March 3, 2021, at St. Joseph’s Continuing Care Centre, Cornwall. He was 86 years old. There will be funeral for him at a later date. Please remember Herman, Father Louis and their family in your prayers.
SOCIAL JUSTICE
Share Love, Share Lent Online Activities: Join Development and Peace each week of Lent. More info: www.devp.org/en/region-events/sharelent2021. Webinars recorded. Info: Stefany Dupont, sdupont@devp.org.
The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County: FREE programs and services via phone or video. In-person program for the deeply isolated with no technical capabilities. Info: dementiahelp.ca/programs-services/make-a-connection-take-a-break/; dementiahelp.ca/virtual-and-remote-program; info@dsorc.ca; 1-888-889-6002.
VOCATIONS
Prayers for Vocations: Fifth Sunday of Lent – March 21. For all those being called to the priesthood, diaconate and consecrated life, that they may deepen their faith in Christ who calls them to glorify God in a profoundly personal way through their vocations, we pray to the Lord.
SENIORS
Seniors - Mission to the Lonely: Would your parish seniors be interested in helping out with this mission to the lonely? If so, please contact pmarsdendole@archottawa.ca.
FAMILY, YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS
‘By My Side Program’ for Separated and Divorced Catholics: Via Zoom. The program is designed to help participants find reconciliation, peace and healing. Begins Sat., Mar. 27. Women: 9:00–11:00am. Men: 12:00–2:00pm. Info & registration: www.bymyside.ca; Mary Jane Manley (613-294-1308). Cost: $40.
FROM THE CCCB
Video Series for Lent 2021: Journey through Lent offers an introduction to the Season and reflections on Gospel readings of each Sunday in Lent, in English. Info: Mrs. Margaret Shea-Lawrence, at m.shea-lawrence@cccb.ca.
FAITH FORMATION
Recollection for Diocesan Priests: Includes 2 reflections, an examination of conscience, the daytime prayer and benediction with the Blessed Sacrament. Via Zoom; up to six people can register to attend in person. Confessions before and after. To register/receive the Zoom link: Fr. Salva Rego at fr.salva@parkhillresidence.ca. Parkhill Residence, 30 Goulburn Ave, Ottawa, Thurs., Mar. 25, 2:00-4:00pm. Hosted by Priests of Opus Dei in Ottawa.
Encounter School of Ministry - Ottawa Campus "Fearless" Zoom Party and Prayers for Healing: Zoom Watch Party of the documentary "Fearless", followed by prayers for healing on March 19, 7-9 pm. Info: Sr. Anna Chan ottawa@encounterschool.org; 613-729-8710.
God Squad Conference 2021: St. Joseph, Sanctifier of the Hidden Life. Online, Mar. 20, 10 am – 1:00 pm CST. Free. Speakers include Bishop Scott McCaig & Andre Regnier. Register at https://godsquad.ca/2021-conference.
Lenten Online Healing Mission: "I will restore you to health and heal your wounds." (Jeremiah 30:17) Led by Fr. Allan MacDonald, Fr. Francis Ching, and Fr. Ben St. Croix of the Companions of the Cross. Mar. 15, 16, and 17, 7:00 - 8:15 p.m. Register at www.companionscross.org.
SCHOOLS
Maryvale Academy Virtual Gala: Join Maryvale’s biggest fundraising event of the year, “Abounding in Hope”, a virtual gala to be held on the Feast of St. Joseph, Fri., Mar. 19, 7:30 pm. Registration is free and lucky draw prizes to be won! Register today at www.maryvalegala2021.ca.
EMPLOYMENT & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Pastoral Administrator Position in St. Finnan Parish, Alexandria: The North Glengarry Parishes are looking for a Parish Administrator. For details, please click here: https://stfinnan.ca/parish-administrator/. Responses can be sent to the pastor at pastor@stfinnan.ca.
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