Our Lady of the Assumption Parish 3141 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 4L2

Email: assumptionofmary@shaw.ca Website: www.assumptionofmary.ca

MARCH 17, 2019 2nd SUNDAY OF LENT

WELCOME! We are happy to have you with us!

Whether you are here for the first time,

visit periodically, or attend faithfully

every week, you are most welcome.

We would like to know you, so

please introduce yourself to the priest

after Mass

PASTOR: Rev. Ronald Thompson, M. Div., M. Ed. Rectory Office:

Tel: 604 942-7808 Fax: 604 942-7400

Office Hours:

Tues. - Fri., 9am to 12 noon & 1pm to 4pm.

Appointments are to be pre-arranged by phone (NOT BY EMAIL) during office hours. Please leave a daytime number. Emergencies at any time.

ROYAL COLUMBIAN HOSPITAL CHAPLAIN’S PAGER 604-250-7513

Holy Sacrifice of the Mass:

Sunday: Saturday: 5:00pm Sunday: 9:00am, 11:00am & 4:00pm Weekday: Mon: 7:00am (*Tues: 7:00am) & 7:00pm Wed: 8:30am (*Thurs: 7:00am ) & 8:30am Fri.8:30am Also: First Fridays: 7:00pm Saturday: 9:00am

*NB: 7:00am Mass on Tues./Thurs. will not be celebrated on civic holidays, Christmas Season and summer months.

Lauds: Wed., Thurs., Fri.: 8:15am Saturday: 8:45am

Sung Vespers & Benediction: Sunday: 3:30pm in the Chapel

Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet: Wed., Thurs., Fri., Sat.

After Morning Mass and Friday @ 3:00pm

Any requests for Pastor’s reference (e.g.: Passports, reference letters for Baptismal sponsors or for sacraments elsewhere, etc.) are given only to those who are registered and regularly attending Mass.

“Pray a Latte” Mondays with Sr. Rose Catherine from 9:00-10:00am in the Centre. Bring your own coffee.

Coffee on Wednesdays & Fridays mornings in the Parish Centre after 8:30am Mass. Come over & enjoy!

SACRAMENTS Reconciliation: (Confessions) *Tuesday: 6:45pm *(6:30 pm During

Lent) Wed., Thurs., Fri.: 8:15am Saturday: 9:30am & 4:00 to 4:30pm Baptisms: Usually the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of each

month at 10:00am. Parents and Godparents to be married in the Catholic Church, and parents to be registered parishioners for at least two months.

Baptism class attendance by the parents and Godparents is required before the Baptism. Call the Parish Office between 9:00am to 12 Noon & 1:00pm to 4:00pm, Tues. – Fri.

Marriages: ***Couples planning marriage (here or

elsewhere) must contact the Parish Priest at least 6 months before the wedding. Must attend the Marriage Preparation Course and the Catholic is to be registered here for at least 6 months and regularly attending Mass here.

Funerals: Contact Parish Priest before making

arrangements. Sacramentals: Blessing of cars and religious articles: See the Priest after Sat. pm & Sun. Masses (Only). For house blessings, please contact the office during office hours at 604 942-7808.

HELPFUL CONTACTS:

OLOA School Principal: Rosaleen Heffernan 604 942-5522 PEC Chair: Jenn 604 220-8343 Archbishop Carney Secondary School Principal: Leonard De Julius 604 942-7465 REC : Mary-Ann 604 945-6016 Ken 604 468-2515 Choir: Sue Saturday 5pm Mass 604 942-7808 Piotre Sunday 9am Mass 604 942-7808 Peter Sunday 11am Mass 604 626-1997 Emil Sunday 4pm Mass 604 942-7808 Ground Maintenance: Pat C. 604 942-7808 CWL: Carole 604 512-1053 K of C: Bob 604 942-7273 Assumption Youth: Jose (Jr) 604-803-4330 Lector: Remi 604 838-1511 Prep: Julie L. 604 813-3310 Squires: Rick 604 942-1657 Squirettes: Julie K. 604 942-7808 Sacristan: Denisa 604 942-2513 Altar Servers: David 604 772-0341 Legion of Mary Agnes 604-942-3626 Ushers Rick 604-942-1657 Young adults: Margaret: margaretc.orcullo@gmail.com

TODAY’S READINGS:

Every year the first two Sundays of Lent present the whole gamut of human existence, the whole range of the history of salvation. On the first Sunday of Lent the

temptation of Jesus recalls the temptation of every human being since the beginning. On this second Sunday of Lent the transfiguration of Jesus holds out the transformation in glory which is the goal of every human hope. The transfigured Jesus, however, models not only the goal of the Christian but also our ongoing life. The passage forms a fitting climax to the instruction on discipleship which immediately precedes it (Luke 9:23-27). First of all, Luke emphasizes that Jesus’ transfiguration took place “while he was praying,” an action integral to Christian life (cf. Luke 18:1). Secondly, he speaks with Moses and Elijah concerning his exodos, his transit to the Father through death, resurrection, and exaltation, which is announced in the first passion prediction (Luke 9:22). The disciples also are called to take up the cross and follow Jesus in order to arrive at life. Then they will see the glory of the Son of Man and of the Father (9:23-27). This appearance is a foretaste of that glory. Finally, at the transfiguration the voice from the cloud, heard at Jesus’ baptism, is heard again, this time commanding, “Listen to him.” The disciples are those who “listen to the word of God and keep it.”

Thus we see in the transfigured Jesus both the goal and the way. We must not confuse the one for the other. The transfiguration marks only a temporary halt in the journey to Jerusalem, only a pause in this exodus. We who follow Jesus must continue to the end, strengthened by the glorious hope to which we are called.

PRAYER TO ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL

St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our defence against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, thrust into hell, Satan, and all the evil spirits, who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

MASS INTENTIONS

SUNDAY____ MONDAY

TUESDAY _______________

WEDNESDAY ____________ THURSDAY

FRIDAY SATURDAY

Mar. 17 Mar. 18

Mar. 19 _______ Mar. 20 _______ Mar. 21

Mar. 22 Mar. 23

7:00AM

7:00AM 7:00PM 8:30AM

10:00AM 7:00AM 8:30AM 8:30AM 9:00AM 5:00PM

2nd Sunday of Lent Parishioners Lenten FerialEmmanuel Maybituin + Solemnity of St. Joseph Raphael Kim+ Solemnity of St. JosephSt. Blaise Lenten FerialRemigio Pasiliao+ Funeral Mass Kok-Wing Ng+ Lenten FerialCarolina & Nick Fiorvento+ Lenten FerialMrs. Marie & Desmond Remy Lenten FerialCarmine Pucci+ Lenten FerialK A & Annakutty Eliyas+ 3rd Sunday of LentLeo Kriegh+

Responsorial Psalm Mon. Lord, do not deal with us as our sins

deserve. Tue. His line shall continue forever.

Wed. Save me, O Lord, in your steadfast love.

Thurs. Happy are they who hope in the Lord.

Fri. Remember the marvels the Lord has done.

Sat. The Lord is kind and merciful.

TODAY

NB: 2018 Parish & Project Advance Tax Receipts are available in the Vestibule for pickup. Our gratitude for your ongoing support! 2018 Financial Statements of the Parish will be available beside the bulletin in the Vestibule, for pickup this weekend. A brief overview by José López, a member of the Finance Council, will be shared today, Sunday, March 17, before all Masses.

SECOND COLLECTION: Today Sunday, Mar.17, is the Building Fund. Thank you for your support!

COFFEE AND DONUTS: Hosted today after the 9am & 11am Masses in the Assumption Centre by the Squire & Squirettes. Thank you!

Those who wish to continue to experience the message of the Mission Conferences. Please visit Fr. Emmerich’s Website: www.12-step-review.org

THIS WEEK

Lenten Devotions: -Tuesday 6:45pm Stations of the Cross begins Mar.19. -Sunday Vespers & Benediction 3:30pm in the Chapel. -7:00am Mass for Workers: Mon, Tues + Thurs. -Adoration in the Chapel: Please call the Parish office for the North door code.

NB: Tues. 6:45-6:55pm Confessions have been moved earlier to 6:30-6:40pm March 19- April 16 as Stations of the Cross are at 6:45pm

FORTHCOMING NEXT WEEK

BURSARIES: Available for Gr. 12 students entering post-secondary education with a mother or grandmother who is a member in good standing of the CWL. Please check at Parish Office 604 942-7808 for applications.)Deadline March 31, 2019.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Lenten Prep Confessions: Wed., Apr.3 @ 4/6/7 pm Lenten School Confessions: Thurs., Apr.4 @ 9:30-11:00am

LENTEN PENANCE SERVICES all at 7:00 pm Tue., Mar. 26 St. Lukes Tues., Apr.2 St. Peters New Westminster Wed., Apr.3 All Saints – Coquitlam & Our Lady of Lourdes

**Sun., Apr. 7 Our Lady of Assumption** 7:00-7:45pm Fr. Ronald Thompson; Fr Thomas Arackal; Fr. Mariano Barreto;Msgr. Bernard Rossi, Fr. De Paul; Fr Claude Makulu; Fr. Nicolas Tumbelaka; Fr. Thomas Smith; Fr. Konrad Zaborowski.(Polish)

Tues., Apr.9 St Patrick’s & Our Lady of Mercy Wed., Apr.10 Holy Spirit – New West. Thurs.,Apr.11 St. Clare of Assisi - Coquitlam Sun., Apr.14 St Michael - Burnaby Mon., Apr.15 St. Francis de Sales - Burnaby Tues., Apr.16 Our Lady of Fatima – Coquitlam

Lenten Carney Confessions: Wed., Apr.10@10:00am- 12noon.

CONFIRMATION CANDIDATES / SPONSORS: Saturday, April 27, from 2-5pm for ½-Day Retreat @ OLOA School.

First Communion Mass: will take place here on Sunday, April 28 @ 1:00pm. PLEASE KEEP THE STUDENTS IN YOUR PRAYERS.

Confirmation Mass: will take place here on Sunday, May 5 @ 4:00pm.PLEASE KEEP THE STUDENTS IN YOUR PRAYERS.

ONGOING

Mass Intentions: Requests for a Mass can be dropped in the collection basket, mailed or dropped in the office (but not by phone). We cannot guarantee a requested date as they are offered in the order of reception. The intentions are always printed in the bulletin. Thank you for your understanding & assistance.

NEW TO THE PARISH?

If you are new to the Parish, please fill out a Registration Form available in the foyer and drop it in the Collection Basket. If you would like Donation Envelopes and/or the BC Catholic please remember to check the boxes on the registration form. For those already registered, any changes such as your address, tel. #, etc., please contact the Parish Office at 604 942-7808. Direct Deposit is a good option for your giving. The blue form for regular Sunday contribution is taken on the 1st of each month and the pink form for the Building Fund is taken on the 15th of each month.

2019 CHURCH DONATION ENVELOPES

Are available for pick up in the Vestibule. If you would like a 2019 box of envelopes, please sign up in the binder provided (by the bulletin board in the Vestibule) and they will then be out by next Sunday for pickup in the Vestibule. ***Any one that would like regularly an emailed copy of the Sunday bulletin, please fill out your information in the Red binder provided in the Vestibule. The office will NOT share your email. Thank you!

Talks on the Faith Tuesdays @ 7:30pm in the Assumption Centre. This “Symbolon” presentation shares the main teachings of the Catholic Church in an understandable manner. These talks are open to everyone; Catholics and non-Catholics alike. Come and join us, and bring a friend: Topics are on the calendar.

Thank you to a generous donor, our Parish will continue with the free website program “formed”. Our Parish code to access Formed.org is F7DPJB. Important: Do not sign up as an individual. Our Parish access code provides more content than an individual subscription. FYI- We have 278 Parishioners that are registered for “formed” and 75% usage. How about you joining?

ASSUMPTION BINGO: Fri. at 6:20pm in the School Gym.

Children’s Bible Time Sunday 11am Mass during the readings & homily. All children ages 3-5 are invited. Please encourage your children to join Bible fun time.

Experience amazing nights of fellowship, amusement, spiritual growth, and prayer with our Assumption Youth Group. Grades 6-7: All 2nd Sundays of the month: 5-7pm.Grades 8-12: All 1st & 3rd Sundays of the month: 5-7pm and Sport nights on 2nd & 4th Tuesdays: 7:30-9pm. Please note that the school is locked by 7:45pm- use buzzer.

SAFETY

The Chapel of Adoration Security: Please individually contact the Parish office to request the North Entrance Door Code. Do NOT share this code with anyone- rather have them personally connect with the parish office. Also, please make sure that the door closes tightly after YOU unlock it, do not let anyone else in as you enter. Thank you for your help to make this prayer experience tranquil and safe

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Volunteers are needed every Saturday @ 6:05pm to close the 2 sets of Fraser St. Parking Gates. Please contact Rick Gagne @ 604-828-9607 to be part of the weekly roster. We are grateful for your stepping up to help.

MAINTAINING A PRAYERFUL ENVIRONMENT

NB: Confessions: Lighting: ‘green’= priest is available but ‘red’ = Confessional is occupied. Please leave the door open when exiting as it controls the light.

Boys & Men: No Hats in Church! This is more than mere etiquette but rather a sign of respect. So, Even in inclement weather, according to Canon Law, men are not to wear hats in Church (except, of course, for a serious medical condition). This custom is based on 1Corinthians 11:4 which states that men must not cover their heads when in prayer; for this would be “dishonouring the Lord.” Zenit (The Vatican)(March 5,2013) states “… For the laity the overall rule is that men keep their heads uncovered.”

SIT/STAND”: [Universal Practise] The new St. Joseph Sunday Missal on Page 21 states that the priest first prays: (SIT) “Pray that my sacrifice and yours may be acceptable to God the Father Almighty”, then the people STAND and respond “May the Lord accept …”

Taking up the Collection Procedure- for Ushers and for Parishioners to know (so they can be ready): 6 Ushers come before the Altar and Bow- The first 2- go to the North Left Transept Bay- the second 2 go to the front of the Left (North) Centre Aisle- the third 2 go to the South (Right) Transept Bay. At the same row on either end the pairs collect together from the front pew to the back. After the Transepts- the same ushers go to the Window Bay on either side; North Transept to North Window Bay; South Transept to the South window Bay. And when the second 2 have finished the back of the Centre (North) Aisle they return to the Front and collect on the other side, i.e., the Right (South) Centre Aisle Bay and go down each aisle together at each end. Thank you for a slow methodical procedure- again- there is no rush: “take your time” to go to every person. Thanks.

COMMENDING OF THE SICK

We commend to your prayers the sick of the parish, including: Carolyn Bowen, Elsie Charyna, Sylvia Debono, Betty Dechant,Hedwig Haner Kebritz, Venessa Miller, Bill Milne, Doreen Murphy, Marie Richard, John Vandergugten, and John Verkerk. Thank you

Stewardship Reflection

2nd SUNDAY OF LENT

“I am the Lord who brought you from Ur of the

Chaldeans to give you this land as a

possession.” (Genesis 15:7) Just as the Lord gave Abraham, Moses and the Israelites a land to possess, He has also given each of us a home. Whether your home is grand or humble, it is a gift from God. Abraham prepared a great sacrifice to the Lord in gratitude for the home God gave him. How do you show your gratitude to God for the home He has given you? Do you make a sacrifice of any kind? Do you return any of your finances to God, investing equally in your eternal home just as you invest in your earthly home?

OUTSIDE THE PARISH

On the weekend of April 5 - 7, there will be a

Vocation Live-In for boys or young men interested in the priesthood or the consecrated life, at the Seminary of Christ the King, Mission, BC. For more information call 604-826-8715.

2nd SUNDAY OF LENT

SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 2019

Prayers of the Faithful:

1 For the holy Church of God, that pastors and people will always

listen to the beloved Son as they journey on their pilgrim way, let

us pray to the Lord.

2. For the leaders of our nation, that they may transform the lives of

people by wise and prudent decisions, let us pray to the Lord.

3 For all who believe, that the transfigured Christ will strengthen the

hope of a glorious resurrection of our bodies, let us pray to the

Lord.

4. For those trapped in the darkness of sin, that the light shining in

Christ may free them and bring them to God’s favor, let us pray to

the Lord.

5. That our young people thoughtfully consider a vocation to the

Priesthood or Consecrated Life, let us pray to the Lord.

6. For the end to abortion and euthanasia, let us pray to the Lord.

7. For the intentions close to our heart (pause for 5 seconds), let us

pray to the Lord.