June 20, 2021. Happy 12th
Sunday of Ordinary Time! Happy Father's Day!
Read Many New Announcements from the Archdiocese - Friday Facts at bottom.
Blessed Sunday! Churches are now able to accommodate 15% capacity meaning 50 people ****Please come early to Mass the doors will be locked once 50 people are inside.
Masses are on Sat. at 4:30pm, Sun. at 9am (no music), Sun.
at 10:30am*** Others are encouraged to watch the Holy Mass on this Blog.
WATCH the Holy Mass below with Fr. Vincent and Deacon Guy for the 12th Sunday in
Ordinary Time:
During the Mass Fr. Vincent Read a Special Message from the Archdiocese in honor of the children from the Residential school (see video above).
Prayer Intention for Parishes for June: For the children
who died in the former Kamloops Indian Residential School and for all
those impacted by this tragedy, that there may be healing founded on
truth and that the Spirit will inspire our ongoing commitment to
reconciliation. For this, we pray to the Lord. Amen.
We
want to THANK ALL OF YOU who have been donating and contributing to St.
Theresa Parish. We appreciate your support during these challenging
times.
Please Remember to Donate Securely via Credit Card or PayPal to our Ottawa St. Theresa Parish Via Canada Helps:
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Prayer to St. Joseph said during Mass: Glorious
Patriarch Saint Joseph, whose power makes the impossible possible, come
to my aid in these times of anguish and difficulty. Take under your
protection the serious and troubling situations that I commend to you,
that they may have a happy outcome (here state your request) My beloved
father, all my trust is in you. Let it not be said that I invoked you in
vain, and since you can do everything with Jesus and Mary, show me that
your goodness is as great as a power. Amen.
Please Remember to say a prayer for Fr. Vincent this Father's Day!
Prayer for Fathers:
SENIORS' CORNER
A Guide to Programs and Services for seniors Find information on resources available for seniors in Ontario, including tax credits, health, caregiving, housing, driving, and staying safe. Available in 16 languages.
Aging well: information for seniorsHousing Options in Ottawa: A Guide for Older Adults. This Guide will help you better understand your housing options and make informed decisions about where you want to live now and in the future.https://coaottawa.ca/housing-options-in-ottawa/
Often a single word, a friendly smile, is enough to give a depressed or lonely soul fresh life. —St. Therese of Lisieux
June 18, 2021
St. Joseph, pray for us. Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for us.
FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE
Announcement: Msgr. Léo Villeneuve is stepping down as Moderator of the Curia. He will continue for a short time to help with the transition. We thank him for his dedicated service for the past two years which brought many challenges. He will continue his priestly ministry with the Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall. Please keep him in your prayers in this time of transition. Thank Msgr. Léo for your outstanding work!
Fr. Sean Wenger CC: Thank you to Fr. Sean Wenger CC for his service to the Archdiocese in the role as Episcopal Vicar of English Pastoral Services. Fr. Sean’s passion for evangelization and building a missionary Church resonated clearly in his role working closely with Archbishop Damphousse, the Episcopal Council and with the Deans. May God bless you abundantly, Fr. Sean, as you leave the Archdiocese and embark on the next part of your journey.
Video Message from Archbishop for National Indigenous Peoples Day: A video from Archbishop Damphousse for National Indigenous Peoples Day is posted on our website at www.archoc.ca.
Novena and Act of Entrustment to Saint Joseph: Pope Francis proclaimed a “Year of St. Joseph” and the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops has prepared a novena for use in parishes and homes beginning Tuesday, June 22 and ending Wednesday June 30. The Act of Entrustment will take place on Thursday, July 1st. Texts are prepared in French and English. It is an opportune moment to entrust ourselves and our country to our patron Saint Joseph imploring his intercession for the welfare of the entire country, for the many needs of society, and to pray in particular for those who passed away due to COVID-19. I encourage parishes and families to take this opportunity to seek his intercession and protection. Link to the text: https://en.archoc.ca/year-of-st-joseph.
Prayer Intention for Parishes for June: For the children who died in the former Kamloops Indian Residential School and for all those impacted by this tragedy, that there may be healing founded on truth and that the Spirit will inspire our ongoing commitment to reconciliation. For this, we pray to the Lord.
From Archbishop Damphousse - Message of Condolence and Support for Muslim Community: On Sunday the 6th of June 2021, I was alarmed at the news of the premeditated truck attack on a Muslim family who were going about their normal lives. I was shocked by this act of violence and deeply troubled by the hate that motivated this senseless act. Islamophobia, anti-Semitism, bigotry or racism has no place in our society. I extend condolences to the family and their friends and to all the Muslim faithful in London, Ontario. I express my solidarity and support for the Muslim community in the National Capital Region who share in the grief. I condemn in the strongest terms this act of violence. Read the full message here.
Online Mass Schedules: A list of Masses available online in the Archdiocese can be found on our website at https://en.archoc.ca/masses-online.
Archdiocesan Website: If your parish information requires updating on the archdiocesan website, please send Annmarie (abrown@archottawa.ca) an email with a list of the changes that need to be made. If you wish to check your listing, go to the Parish Finder on the website: https://en.archoc.ca/parishfinder.
Note - Friday Facts: The last regular Friday Facts for the summer months of July and August will be next week, June 25. As always, please watch for periodic updates during the summer. Info: abrown@archottawa.ca.
Death of Mr. Ernest Motsha Kaumba, brother of Father Albert Kaumba-Mufwata: It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Father Albert Kaumba-Mufwata’s brother, Ernest. He died on Friday, June 11, 2021, in Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of the Congo. He was 50 years old. He was married and the father of five children. Please remember Ernest, Father Albert, and their family in your prayers.
Pastoral Appointments: Archbishop Marcel Damphousse announces the following pastoral appointments which become effective on August 2nd, 2021, unless otherwise indicated. To all the priests serving our archdiocesan Church, may God bless you abundantly as you continue your ministry with dedication, generosity and joy. We express our gratitude to all who will be assuming new responsibilities. They have responded to the needs of the Archdiocese with generous spirits. We ask the people in parishes where changes are taking place to thank the priests who will be completing their time in their parish and moving to other responsibilities and to warmly welcome their new pastoral leaders into their midst. Please continue to follow the public health guidelines. We also extend profound gratitude to the priests who are retiring or leaving the Archdiocese for their faithful ministry in our archdiocese. We are grateful to them for their generosity in serving here.
FOR THE ARCHDIOCESAN LEVEL
Fr. David Bergeron, CC, is appointed Rector of Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica effective July 5, 2021.
FOR THE ENGLISH SECTOR
Fr. Jeremiah Arguelles, OFM Conv., is appointed Parochial Administrator of St. Peter, Ottawa effective Jan. 1, 2022.
Fr. Ibodimma Titus Egbueh is appointed Pastor of St. Martin de Porres Parish in Nepean.
Msgr. Hans Feichtinger, CSS, is appointed Pastor of St. George Parish and St. Albertus Pfarrgemeinde in Ottawa.
Fr. Paul Gaudet is appointed Pastor of Holy Name of Mary Parish, Almonte & Administrator of St. Declan Mission, Brightside.
Fr. Steven Gaudet is appointed Associate Pastor of Divine Infant Parish in Orleans effective August 6, 2021.
Fr. Lindsay Harrison is appointed Pastor of Our Lady of Fatima Parish in Ottawa.
Fr. Daniel Hawkins, M.S.F., is appointed Pastor of Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Parish in Ottawa.
Fr. Callistus Ibe is appointed Pastor of Blessed Sacrament Parish in Cornwall.
Fr. Joseph Leclair is appointed a part-time Chaplain of the Queensway Carleton Hospital and to assist at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Ottawa.
Fr. Stephen Liang is appointed Parochial Administrator of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Ottawa and Priest-Moderator of Sheng Shen Parish in Ottawa.
Fr. Allan MacDonald, CC, is appointed Interim Parochial Administrator of St. Peter Parish in Ottawa.
Fr. Francis Victor Mateo, OFM Conv., is appointed Parochial Administrator of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in Ottawa effective January 1, 2022.
Fr. Martin Ndyanabo is appointed Pastor of St. Elizabeth Parish in Ottawa.
Fr. Timothy Nelligan is appointed Pastor of Blessed Sacrament Parish in Ottawa.
Fr. Paul Nwaeze is appointed Pastor of Holy Redeemer Parish in Kanata.
Fr. Anthony Nwaohiri is appointed Parochial Administrator of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish in Russell.
Fr. Augustine Obago, smmm, is appointed Pastor of St. Bernard, Finch, Our Lady of Grace, Ingleside & St. Pius X, Long Sault.
Fr. Elvis Odoegbulem, smmm, is appointed Pastor of St. Raphael Parish, St. Raphaels & St. Mary, Williamstown.
Fr. Emeka Jude Onyeogubalu is appointed Pastor of St. John the Apostle Parish in Nepean.
Fr. John Orban is appointed Pastor of St. Gabriel Parish, Constance Bay and St. Michael Parish, Fitzroy Harbour.
Fr. Charles Orchard, CC, is re-appointed Associate Pastor at St. Monica & St. Andrew, Nepean effective July 1, 2021.
Fr. William Penney is re-appointed Pastor of Our Lady of the Visitation Parish in Gloucester.
Fr. Maurice Richard, OFM Conv., is appointed Parochial Administrator of St. Ignatius, Ottawa effective September 1, 2021.
Fr. Thomas Riopelle is appointed Parochial Administrator of St. Columban Parish in Cornwall.
Fr. Frank Scott is re-appointed Pastor of St. Augustine Parish in Ottawa.
Fr. Paul Shepherd is re-appointed Pastor of St. Patrick (Fallowfield) in Nepean effective August 15, 2021.
Fr. Jessimar Tapia is re-appointed Pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in Ottawa.
Fr. Joseph Thangaraj is re-appointed part-time Chaplain to St. Patrick’s Home in Ottawa.
Fr. Daniel Van Delst will assist at Our Lady of Fatima Parish in Ottawa while continuing as Chancellor.
Deacon Thomas Cuddihy is re-appointed to St. Monica Parish and St. Andrew Parish in Nepean.
Deacon Michael Tien Do is re-appointed to Our Lady of Lavang Parish in Ottawa.
Deacon James Kubina is appointed to Holy Redeemer Parish in Kanata.
Deacon Mathew Mathew is re-appointed to Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Parish in Ottawa.
Deacon Victor Mesta is re-appointed to St. John the Apostle Parish in Nepean.
Deacon William Read was appointed to St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Parish in Ottawa effective February 15, 2021.
Deacon James Schultz is re-appointed to Divine Infant Parish in Orleans.
Deacon Michael Seguin was appointed to St. Faustina Parish in Cumberland effective November 22, 2021.
Deacon Philip Tang is re-appointed to Good Shepherd Parish in Gloucester.
Deacon Gerard Vardy is re-appointed to St. Monica Parish and St. Andrew Parish in Nepean.
FOR THE FRENCH SECTOR
Fr. Cyriaque Rigobert Balla is reappointed Pastor of Notre-Dame-du-Rosaire, Crysler & Notre-Dame-des-Anges, Moose Creek.
Fr. Lucien Campeau is reappointed Associate Pastor of Saint-Pierre-Apôtre Parish in Hawkesbury.
Fr. Didier Kaba, FMI, is appointed Pastor of Sacré-Coeur Parish in Alexandria, Saint-Martin-de-Tours Parish in Glen Robertson and Sainte-Marie-de-l’Assomption Parish in Green Valley.
Fr. Callixte Kabalisa is appointed Pastor of Sainte-Euphémie Parish in Casselman and Saint-Albert Parish in St-Albert.
Fr. Étienne Mfuni-Beya is appointed Pastor of Marie-Médiatrice Parish (Saint-Frère-André Community) and chaplain to the Congolese community.
Fr. Jean-François Morin is re-appointed Chaplain to the Conseil scolaire and as a part-time Chaplain to the Queensway-Carleton Hospital.
Fr. Emmanuel Ngiruwonsanga is appointed Pastor of Nativité-de-la-bienheureuse-vierge-Marie Parish in Cornwall.
Père Édouard Ntiyankundiye, c.b.y., is appointed Pastor of Saint-Viateur Parish, Limoges and Saint-Guillaume Parish, Vars.
Fr. Hasina Rakotoarisoa, S.J., is appointed Pastor of St. Margaret of Scotland Parish in Glen Nevis, Precious Blood Parish in Glen Walter and St. Joseph Parish in Lancaster.
Fr. Diego Rebeles is appointed Associate Pastor at Saint-Joseph in Orléans.
Fr. Gimsly Valbrun is appointed Parochial Administrator of Saint-Paul Parish in Plantagenet, Saint-Luc Parish in Curran, Saint-Léon-le-Grand Parish in Treadwell and Saint-Benoît-Labre in Wendover.
Deacon Joseph Élivert is re-appointed to Sacré-Coeur Parish in Ottawa.
Deacon Arnel Guillemette is re-appointed to Sacré-Coeur Parish in Ottawa.
Deacon Luc Richer is re-appointed to Sainte-Thérèse d’Avila Parish in Marionville and Saint-Jacques Parish in Embrun.
The Archdiocese thanks the following for their service in the Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall: Fr. Ernest Emeodi effective August 1, 2021; Fr. Charles Fournier, s.m., effective July 4, 2021; Fr. Sebastian (Saviour) Karamvelil, OFM Conv., effective September 1, 2021; Fr. Dominic Lim, OFM Conv., effective January 1, 2022; Fr. Élie Kasongo-Ngoy, s.c.j., effective August 1, 2021; Fr. Robert Masternak, SDS, effective July 15, 2021; Fr. Sean Wenger, CC, effective August 1, 2021; Fr. Bosco Wong is retiring effective August 1, 2021.
FROM THE CCCB
CCCB Statement - Delegation to the Holy See: The Catholic Bishops in Canada have genuinely heard the sincere invitation to engage wholeheartedly with the past and are deeply committed to take truly meaningful active steps together with Indigenous Peoples in view of a future filled with greater respect and cooperation. The recent discovery of children’s remains at a burial site of a former residential school in Kamloops, British Columbia remind us of a tragic legacy still felt today. With the strong encouragement of Pope Francis, the Bishops of Canada have pledged true and deep commitment to renewing and strengthening relationships with Indigenous Peoples across the land. In recent years, regional and diocesan listening circles have taken place across the country in order to hear the stories from local Indigenous communities and their hopes for the future. Read more.
Catholics and Evangelicals in Canada - We are Neighbours: This is a resource created and released by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops – Evangelical Fellowship of Canada National Dialogue. The resource is a study-guided based on the 2016 CCCB text Our Evangelical Neighbours – A Catholic Reflection on Evangelical Christianity and the 2019 Evangelical Fellowship of Canada text entitled Our Roman Catholic Neighbours. This new Study Guide aims to harvest the fruits of both “Neighbour Papers” by inviting Catholics and Evangelicals to come together to form joint study groups. The guide includes study questions, suggested ice-breakers, ideas for considering common social action, and suggestions for building relation ships through faith practice. This guide aims to assist Catholics and Evangelicals, wher ever they may encounter each other in Canadian society, to become more familiar with their brothers and sisters in Christ.
FAMILY, YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS
New Youth Ministry Website: Check out our new youth ministry website at https://en.archoc.ca/youth-ministry, featuring events, resources and groups for youth, young adults and parents. Find a youth or young adult group online or in your area! For more info, please contact Andriano De Luca (Ottawa area) at adeluca@archottawa.ca or Debbie Plant (Cornwall area) at dplant@alexandria-cornwall.ca.
VOCATIONS
Prayer for Vocations: Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – June 27. For the faith to accept the healing power of Jesus, who wants to remove every obstacle to the response of men and women chosen to follow Him as priests, deacons, sisters and brothers, we pray to the Lord.
Prayers Requested for Five Men to be Ordained this Summer: There will be five men ordained this summer in the Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall. Kevin Burgess, Marc Gaudet and Connor O’Hara will be ordained to the diaconate on August 10. Deacon Diego Rebeles (June 29) and Deacon Steven Gaudet (August 4) will be ordained to the priesthood. Due to pandemic restrictions, these diocesan celebrations will unfortunately be by invitation only. Please keep these men in your prayers as they continue to prepare for their ordination.
PRAYER & WORSHIP
Heart of Worship - Holy Redeemer Parish: Come and spend time with Jesus in adoration of The Blessed Sacrament, Tues., June 29, 7:00-8:30pm. This month's evening will include an extended time of silent adoration and praise & worship music to console the Sacred Heart of Jesus. To register to attend in person: https://holyredeemerkanata.flocknote.com/signup/60043. Live on Holy Redeemer youtube page at 7pm. Info: 613-836-1764; www.holyredeemer.ca; reception@holyredeemer.ca.
CARE FOR CREATION
Tree sapling giveaway: Curbside pick up of free tree saplings (12-18”) for the love of Creation, using green canopy to reduce GHG emissions and provide shade and coolness. Perfect Fathers Day gift. Holy Redeemer Parish Parking Lot, 44 Rothesay Drive, Kanata, Sat., June 19, 9:00 am - noon. Free. Hosted by Holy Redeemer Parish and Ecology Ottawa Care for Creation. Info: morningsunmdc@gmail.com.
FAITH FORMATION
Encounter School of Ministry - Ottawa Campus Now Accepting Registration for Fall 2021 (Year 1): The school offers a dynamic 2-year, once-a-week training program designed to teach, equip and activate you in the full supernatural lifestyle of Jesus so that you can walk with God in intimacy and demonstrate His love and power to the world around you! For inquiries: ottawa@encounterschool.org. To register: https://encounterschool.org/apply/. Hosted at Servants of the Cross, 33 Aurora Cres, Ottawa, ON K2G 0Z6. Classes meet weekly on Tuesday evenings, Sept. 21, 2021 - May 2022.
OTHER
Council on Aging – Spring Conference offered by Aging and Spirituality Committee: Developing Resilience During this COVID Season. Offered virtually in two parts: a video of a moderated panel discussion with Gerardo Quintanar, Brenda Verch, and Patricia Marsden-Dole, to be watched before participating in the main event on June 28, 10:00 am – 12:00 noon. Links to more info, the video, and registration for the main event: https://coaottawa.ca/event/developing-resilience-during-this-covid-season/.
Ottawa Pastoral Care Training Program: An inter-denominational program affiliated with the Christian Council of the Capital Area. All Fall programs offered via Zoom. Two 10-week basic training courses in Pastoral Care (one in afternoon & one in evening) starting in September. Advanced course (4 sessions) in October. Continuing Education Event in November on ‘Pastoral Care for those in Vulnerable Situations’. Further info: www.ottawapastoralcare.com; ottawapastoralcare@gmail.com.
EMPLOYMENT & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall – Financial Controller: The Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall is looking for a Financial Controller to help lead the finance team. The Financial Controller, under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), will primarily be responsible to assess both accounting and administrative controls and prepare reports for the management team regarding corporate compliance and internal policies and procedures. This position will facilitate any auditing conducted by third parties to ensure effective resolution and swift closure of auditing activities. This role will also ensure organization utilizes ethical accounting practices and standards. Full description: https://en.archoc.ca/financial-controller. Application deadline: July 23.
Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall - Occupational Health and Safety Officer: The Occupational Health and Safety Officer (OHSO) is responsible for ensuring a safe and healthy work environment for all 126 parishes in the Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall. To implement a common health and safety policy, the officer will rely on all existing federal, provincial, municipal Occupational Health and Safety laws and regulations. Full job description and information at https://en.archoc.ca/occupational-health-and-safety-officer. Application deadline: June 18.
Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall – Administrative Assistant – Planning, Properties and Housing: The Administrative Assistant – Planning, Properties and Housing (PPH) provides secretarial and administrative support to the Manager of Planning, Properties and Housing (MPPH) and the Senior Project Manager of Planning and Properties (SPMPP) and works in close collaboration with Diocesan Administration. In addition, the Administrative Assistant provides support and assistance to the Properties Staff, Health and Safety Coordinator and supports the work of various diocesan committees. In carrying out these duties, this individual will be expected to deal compassionately with people from every level of the Church, society, and industry, frequently dealing with sensitive issues. Full job description and info at https://en.archoc.ca/administrative-assistant-planning-properties-and-housing. Application deadline: June 18, 2021.
Do Something Amazing Retreat: NET Canada is searching for the next generation of Catholic missionaries. Do you have what it takes to join them? Request an application, fill it out, and send it in to register for the next virtual retreat to learn more about NET and how you can grow in your faith and change the lives of youth in Canada. Go to netcanada.ca/apply to start your journey! Virtual, June 19, 11-5. Info: recruit@netcanada.ca.
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