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Roman Catholic Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie

211 Pentagon Blvd.Sault Ste. Marie ON P6B 5J4

St. Gerard Majella

June 17, 2018

Year – B

ELEVENTH SUNDAY IN

ORDINARY TIME

CELEBRATION OF THE HOLY EUCHARIST & RECONCILIATION

Weekend Masses:

Saturday : 5:00 p.m.Sunday : 9:00 a.m.

and 11:00 a.m.(Children’s Liturgy)

Weekday Masses :

Tuesday: 7:00 p.m.Wednesday & Friday: 9:30 am

Thursdays in Nursing Homes at 10:30 a.m.

1st Thursday: Maple View2nd Thursday: Davey Home

3rd Thursday: Great Northern Retirement Home

4th Thursday: Cedarwood Lodge

Reconciliation :

Saturday 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm or by appointment

Eucharistic Adoration & Breaking of Bread

Will resume the first Tuesday in September

Parish Priest:

Father Alex Saurianthadathil C.Ss.R

Parish Secretary:

Veronica Bahun

OFFICE HOURS:Tuesday to Friday:

8:30 am to 12:00 pm

T : 705 949 0435 / F : 705 946 8617

Parish Mission Statement

St. Gerard Majella Parish strives to be a warm,

welcoming Catholic community where the faithful gather to

celebrate liturgy, to foster faith-sharing and to spread the Good News

by word and action. Nourished by Word and Sacrament, the

community of St. Gerard’s supports the spiritual growth, fellowship and

charity of its parishioners.

What’s New?What’s New?What’s New?What’s New?

Email: [email protected] / Web: www.stgerardssm.ca/

Will resume the first Tuesday in September

Food for Thought“Imitation is not a literal mimicking of Christ, rather it

means becoming the image of the beloved, an image

disclosed through transformation. This means we are to

become vessels of God’s compassionate love for others.”

St. Claire of Assisi

Prayer for Fathers, Food Collection Prayer for Fathers, Food Collection Prayer for Fathers, Food Collection Prayer for Fathers, Food Collection Catholic Education, Indian BanquetCatholic Education, Indian BanquetCatholic Education, Indian BanquetCatholic Education, Indian Banquet

Parish Ministry

Chairs/Co-ordinatorsFinance Committee: Steve Drinkwater

Parish Pastoral Council: Sharon Mulligan

Building Committee:Fundraising Committee: Ron Zagordo

Catholic Women’s League [C.W.L]:Colleen Murphy

Knights of Columbus[Grand Knight]:Steve Summers

Liturgy Committee: Susan Cushner

Sacristans: Maeve Coccimiglio

Parish Alive: Toni Nanne-Little

Sacrament Preparation:Baptism: Sandra Rollin

Reconciliation & First Holy Communion: Lisa Tomas

Confirmation: Sarah Stickels

Lectors: Toni Nanne-Little

Children’s Liturgy: Grace Mitchell

Music: Susan Cushner

Steve Patterson

Teresa Zuppa

Extraordinary Ministers of the

Mass Intentions

June 19, 2018 – June 24, 2018

Tuesday, June 19 – 7:00 pmIDA FIORAVANTI + by Denise & Sam ColizzaROSINA CAPUTO + by Matilde Greco and family Wednesday, June 20 – 9:30 amBARRY BOURGOND + by Sabina RemondiThursday, June21 – 10:30 am GREAT NORTH. RETIRE. HOME – JACK DACEY + by the familyFriday, June 22– 9:30 amMARY BONACCI + by Vince Marasco & Henriette ArmstrongSaturday, June 23– 5:00 pmCAROL EADY + by Connie ChroshukNICOLA CAVALIERE + by wife Ida Cavaliere and familyROSE PISTOR + by Janis SchnableggerSunday, June 24– 9:00 amFOR THE INTENTIONS OF ALL PARISHIONERS11:00 amFRED MICHAUD + by Aljesa MichaudMARIO VALLECORSA + by Carlo & Rina Mancini

Finance Report

Parish information – Phone: 705 949 0435


Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist:Renee Wysynski & Judie Kearns

Ushers: Frank Gallo

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults [RCIA]: Steve Summers

Hospitality: Mary Davies

Prayer Line:Mary VanBoerdonk & Rhea Emond

The Lord’s Cupboard: Jane McNally

Decor Committee: Sheila Beishlag

Funeral Luncheon: Sabina Remondi

Funeral Team – Servers:Ed Martin & Doreen Simard

Bereavement Cards: Mary Coventry

Communion Service in Nursing Homes:Helena Perera

Anna Griswold

Steve Drinkwater

Assist at Masses in Nursing Homes:Rhea Emond

Coffee Hour:Anna Griswold & Gina Drinkwater

Parish Social Group: Doreen Simard

Social Justice: Nicole Chouinard

Parish Website: Isabelle Wheten

Sunday, June 10 $1599.00

Sunday, June 10: Electronic Giving $1236.00

Other $0.00

New Entrance/Roof Project $213.00

Building Fund/New Entrance Project - To Date $261125.00

Total Income $3048.00

Thank you for your generosity!

A Prayer for Fathers

Heavenly Father,

you entrusted your Son Jesus,

the child of Mary,

to the care of Joseph, an earthly father.

Bless all fathers

as they care for their families.

Give them strength and wisdom,

tenderness and patience;

support them in the work they have to do,

protecting those who look to them,

as we look to you for love and salvation,

through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Author Unknown

WELCOME TO OUR FAITH COMMUNITY

Are you visiting or interested in joining St.Gerard? Welcome!!! If this is your spiritualhome we invite you to register with theparish. If you live outside the parishboundaries the only way we are able toassist you is if you are registered with St.Gerard and this is the parish you attend onSundays. If you are new to the parish pleaseintroduce yourself to our pastor.

PREPARATION FOR SACRAMENTS

Please call the Parish Office at 705 949 0435for an appointment. A Baptism PreparationCourse is required for all parents andGodparents. A Godparent must be 16 yearsof age, baptized Catholic and beConfirmed. Please make arrangements atleast one month in advance by contactingthe Parish office.

In grade 2, children may receive theSacraments of Reconciliation and First HolyCommunion.

INFANT BAPTISM

At our parish the Sacrament ofReconciliation is celebrated in the first weekin March or before the March break.

RECONCILIATION

Preparation for First Holy Communion beginsafter March break. First Holy Communion is

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

Parish Information – Phone: 705 949 0435

Let us Listen to God’s WordWeekWeekWeekWeek of June 18 of June 18 of June 18 of June 18 –––– June 23June 23June 23June 23

Monday Monday Monday Monday 1 Kgs 21.1-16; Mt 5.38-42

Tuesday 1 Kgs 21.17-29; Mt 5.43-48

Wednesday 2 Kgs 2.1, 6-14; Mt 6.1-6, 16-18

Thursday Sir 48.1-14; Mt. 6.7-15

Friday 2 Kgs 11.1-4, 9-18, 20; Mt.6.19-23

Saturday 2 Chr 24.17-25; Mt. 6.24-34

NATIVITY OF SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST

1st Reading: Isaiah 49.1-6

2nd Reading: Acts 13.22-26

Gospel: Luke 1.57-66, 80

WEDNESDAY PARISH SOCIAL GATHERINGS


after March break. First Holy Communion iscelebrated in May.

The sacrament of Confirmation is availableto those who have been baptized, receivedReconciliation and First Holy Communion.Candidates must be in grade 7 or higher.Confirmation is generally celebrated inNovember. For more details please call theparish office.

CONFIRMATION

To arrange for the Sacrament of the Sickand/or Eucharist for the home-bound,please contact the parish office. Visits to thehospital are made regularly; please call andlet us know you would like a visit.

CARE OF THE SICK & HOME BOUND

Please make marriage arrangements six (6)months in advance by contacting the ParishOffice.

MARRIAGE

CHILDREN’S LITURGY

It is so heart-warming and a special joy tosee young families taking part in the HolyMass and engaged in the life of the parish.We welcome crying babies! It is a sign thatthe church is young and alive. We have acommitted, caring and energetic teamorganizing the Children’s Liturgy Programevery Sunday. We encourage parents tobring your children to participate in theLiturgy of the Word with children during ourSunday 11:00 a.m. Mass.

WEDNESDAY PARISH SOCIAL GATHERINGS(not just for seniors anymore)

The next Social Gathering will take place on Wednesday, June 20,2018 in St. Gerard Majella parish hall at 9:30 am. There is a shared

coffee time, treats and fellowship, followed by card games and/or

board games. Everyone is welcome to attend.

We are so happy you

came to celebrate with us.

If you are new to the

Parish and haven’t

registered, we encourage

you to join our family.

Visit -

www.stgerardssm.ca

THE LORD’S CUPBOARDDonations of non-perishable foods will be collected on the weekend

of June 23/24. Please bring your donations to the parish hall before

Mass. Also please check the expiry dates before bringing in your

donation. We thank you in advance for your generosity.

FUNERAL CELEBRATIONS

If you need any help when preparing for afuneral, please do not hesitate to contactthe Parish Office. As Catholics, the bestmodel we can choose is to give sufficienttime for grieving by having a visitation andthen having a celebration of one’s life withthe celebration of Holy Mass.

MEMORIAL DONATIONS

We invite all parishioners to consider “St.Gerard Majella Church” when choosing acharitable institution for Memorial Donationsin the death announcement in the localmedia to honor a loved one who haspassed. This form of financial support andheartfelt gesture would truly bless and enrichthe life of St. Gerard Majella Church. Yourthoughtfulness is greatly appreciated!

MASS REQUESTS

To request a Mass intention, either call theoffice or come into the office. Place youroffering of $15.00 per Mass in the envelopeand bring it to the parish office or put in theweekend collection. Cheques can be madepayable to “St. Gerard Majella Church”.

FOR THOSE INTERESTED IN BECOMING

CATHOLIC

We are always ready to begin the processby which an adult or older child becomes aCatholic, either by full initiation in Baptism, or

Parish/Regional News!

C.W.L. News & Information

PARISH ANNUAL GARAGE SALE

Our annual Garage Sale was a great success once again.... Thank Thank Thank Thank

you you you you to all who donated their treasures for the sale and to everyone

who came ‘shopping’ for bargains of the day. A special thank you to

the 35 volunteers 35 volunteers 35 volunteers 35 volunteers comprised of parishioners and friends, who

worked tirelessly over three days to facilitate the sale. You really are

the dream team!

Everyone worked with a positive spirit of cooperation and even

managed to have fun in the process. Great work everyone!

A total of $3,024.35 $3,024.35 $3,024.35 $3,024.35 was raised with proceeds going to the

church front entrance.

CHANGE FOR LIFE PREGNANCY CENTRE FUNDRAISER

Our CWL handed out baby bottles at all Masses on the weekend of May

12/13. Please return your baby bottles to the collection basket in the

entrance of the church by Father's Day weekend June 16/17. Thank you

very much for your donations to a very worthy cause for life! The

Pregnancy Centre provides men and women facing pregnancy, parenting

and post abortion concerns with emotional, physical and spiritual support,

in the unconditional love of Jesus.


Catholic, either by full initiation in Baptism, orby reception into full communion. We arealso happy to prepare you for adultConfirmation. For children aged 7-16,parents may call the Parish Office.

HOME – SCHOOL – PARISH

Our parish cherishes an amazing working relationship with three Catholic Schools in the neighbourhood:

St. Paul’s SchoolSt. Basil’s School St. Mary’s College

Support Catholic EducationCatholic education has been an integral part of Ontario’s history for more

than 160 years. As a vital component of the province’s publicly funded

education system, Catholic schools educate nearly 600,000 students each

year.

Did you know? Your school support defaults to English Public each time

you move residences. You must re-declare yourself as English Separate.

It is important to regularly verify your tax-directed support by checking

your property tax bill or speaking to your landlord. You may also call the

Municipal Property Assessment Office at 1-866-296-6722 to complete

school support changes for electoral purposes or to add a name(s) to an

existing address.

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During the Month of June

let us pray for

“Social networks”

That social network may

work towards that

inclusiveness which

respects others in their

differences.

O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I offer you my prayers, works, joys, and sufferings of this day in union with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world. I offer them for all the intentions of your Sacred Heart: the salvation of souls, reparation for sin, and the reunion of all Christians. I offer them for the intentions of our bishops and of all Apostles of Prayer, and in particular for those recommended by our Holy Father this month.

Begin with a daily offering


From the Pastor’s

Desk…

Dear Parishioners,

The family life has undergone

tremendous changes in the past years,

especially in recent years. It is being

attacked by money, power, selfishness,

individualism and materialism. There is

loneliness and poverty in families.

There is a hesitancy to welcome new life

and inconsideration to older persons in

families.

In this challenging situation it is easy to

lose heart and give up on families. But,

instead, let us ask ourselves, how can we,

as pastors, parents and teachers,

strengthen our families and make a

difference in our society?

Every three years, the World Meeting of World Meeting of World Meeting of World Meeting of

Families Families Families Families brings together families from

across the world to celebrate the value

and importance of marriage and family,

Monday - 18 1:00 pm Mass at St. Mary’s College

AA Meeting – parish hall

Tuesday - 19 10:00 am Graduation Mass at Precious Blood

7:00 pm Mass

Wednesday - 20 9:30 am Mass

6:30 pm Mass at HSCDSB Office

Thursday - 21 10:30 am Mass – Great North. Retire. Home

12:00 pm Mass at St. Mary’s College

Friday - 22 9:30 am Mass

Saturday - 23 5:00 pm Mass

Sunday - 24 9:00 & 11:00 am Masses

Children’s Liturgy at 11:00 am

Parish Activities for the WeekParish Activities for the WeekParish Activities for the WeekParish Activities for the Week

June 18 June 18 June 18 June 18 –––– June 24June 24June 24June 24

A CALL TO SERVICE

CATHOLIC TRUSTEES

Catholic Schools are faith communities which . . .

• engage students in a life-long faith journey rooted in the person of Jesus

• nurture spirituality through a Gospel-centered approach to learning in all

subjects

• impart knowledge through religious education and family life education


and importance of marriage and family,

in society and in the Church, as well as

to pray and reflect together.

This year, Pope Francis chose Dublin,

Ireland, to host this important gathering

which will be held from August 21 – 28,

2018. The theme of this international

event will be “The Gospel of the Family:

Joy for the World.” Pope Francis

confirmed that he will be travelling to

Ireland to take part in it. As a Parish

Family, let us keep all participants in our

daily prayers.

Should a family in our parish be

interested in travelling to Dublin to

participate in this event, the Diocese is

willing to pay $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 per family to

help cover the trip expenses. You need

only communicate with Robert Lariviere

at the Diocesan Centre (705 674 2727,

ext 229).

May the powerful intercession of the

Blessed Virgin Mary be with this event

and upon all families!

“Lord my God, I cried to you for help, and you have healed me (Ps. 30:2)”

Please pray for the sick and ailing members

of our parish community, and all those on our

parish prayer list, especially: Richard

Migwans, Peggy Plastino, Gaston, Barbara,

Laurienne, and Serge Arsenault, Jennifer

Davey, Debbie Bourn, Kim Doherty-

Cunneyworth, Diane Newman, Toni Adams,

Don Tagliabracci , Nicholas Hoffe & Ann

Lubertino.

Lord of mercy and compassion, whom we turn to in moments of weakness and in times of need, look with compassion on your servants and grant them healing of body, mind and soul. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

impart knowledge through religious education and family life education

programs.

Catholic School Boards need trustees who . . .

• have a vision of Catholic education that is Christ-centered

• are committed to educating students in the Roman Catholic tradition

• are willing to work with all partners within and beyond the Catholic

education community

• are willing to devote time to prayer and reflection, to meetings, to public

functions and to addressing concerns of Catholic school voters.


Indian Banquet

By Chef Father AlexSunday 15th July (6:30 pm)

at St Gerard Majella Parish Hall

You are invited to join us for an evening of Indian cuisine cooked

by our very own - Chef Father Alex. Tickets will be on sale in the

church lobby before and after weekend masses or at the parish

office during office hours from Saturday June 9th.

Ticket prices are $30 (adults), $10 (children 10 or under) or free

(children under 5) with all proceeds going towards the St

Gerard Majella Church building fund. Tickets will be handed

out on purchase only.

Please come, support the cause and enjoy an Indian feast

prepared by Father Alex.

For anyone interested in helping at the event, please contact

Matthew or Sarah Stickels at 705 257 0295.

Tickets are now available for the July 15th dinner!

There will be an opportunity to win fabulous prices!

Raffle tickets will be sold at the dinner!


CLINTON SPEAKS AT SMC

The Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) of the HSCDSB hosted a presentation, focusing on the emotional development of children on Monday, April 30. Dr. Jean Clinton, a clinical professor at McMaster University in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences, was the guest speaker at a workshop for parents and caregivers of students from kindergarten to Grade 12.

“This was a very important presentation considering the many challenges our students face. Dr. Clinton’s expertise in the health, wellness and well-being of children is second to none and her presentation was very informative,” said PIC Secondary Representative, Ron Zagordo. The presentation touched on a variety of strategies parents and caregivers can utilize to support a child’s emotional development, decrease their stress and improve their self-esteem. Dr. Clinton also spoke of how studies show that modern technology, specifically social media, is causing more anxiety and stress in our youth. She noted that a good parental practice would be to limit or restrict cell phone access to students under secondary school age. She also reiterated that parents need to play an active role in their child’s life to ensure they are making healthy choices.

“I think it’s important that students are aware that there are other choices out there, healthy choices that they can make to deal with stress, mental health issues or peer pressure. It’s also important that parents stay involved with their children and interact with them, knowing what they’re doing and who their friends are. Other than if there is a danger to the student or others, we provide confidential services for students if they’re hesitant to speak to their parents or other adults,” said AFS Alternatives for Youth Coordinator, Teresa Coccimiglio.

Partnership in Mission: Home – School – Parish

St. Mary’s College ST. PAUL’S SCHOOL St. Basil School

Tickets are now available for the July 15 dinner!

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