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The Ascension of Our Lord May 12, 2013

Mothers Day

In todays Gospel, Jesus says farewell to his disciples. It is a parting tinged with sadness, but als

with the promise of joy. He offers the disciples three important parting gifts: understanding

Scripture, linking its message to their own experience of Jesus; he promises the imminen

outpouring of the Holy Spirit; finally, he bestows a loving blessing, promising to be with them untthe end of time. What connects the three gifts? Each of them represents a continuation of the lif

of Jesus in the hearts and lives of his disciples. Even though he will no longer be physically prese

to them, Jesus lives on in his Church: that is to say, in each and every one of us.

We also have the pleasure of welcoming Sr. Kay Duffin, CND to the pulpit this weekend. She whelp us make the connection between the liturgical feast of the Ascension and the gift of mothers

whom we celebrate in a special way this Sunday. Jesus invites us to abide in his Spirit, to create welcoming space for the Spirit in our lives. From the very beginning, was it not our mothers wh

made room for us: in their wombs, their hearts, their homes? Throughout our formative yearthis indwelling continued. Our mothers nursed us, changed us, delighted in us, fussed over u

worried about us. To the best of their ability, with the grace of God, they give us the closest thinthis world knows to unconditional love.

After giving us our roots, our mothers give us wings: they let us fly, trusting that the safe space o

love created will span the distance between them and their wandering adult children. So let u

give thanks to God for the gift of our mothers those still living with us, those whom God ha

already taken to their eternal home. Let us pray for all women who, in many and diverse way

have shared and nurtured the gift of life in us. Happy Mothers Day!

Mothers Day FlowersOur heartfelt thanks go to Mr. Martin Allaire and the Collins Clarke Macgillivray White Funeral Home for

donating the beautiful flowers that were offered to all the wonderful women of our parish on Mothers DayTheir generosity and kindness is most appreciated!

Revitalizing Montreal's English-Speaking Catholic CommunitySince first establishing our roots in Montreal during the 18th century, the members of the city's Englishspeaking Catholic community have been profoundly dedicated to offering care and compassion to thosin need. Over the years, this commitment gave birth to a host of educational, health and social servicinstitutions. These institutions have made an invaluable contribution to the lives and well-being of peopfrom all religious, cultural and social backgrounds.

Today, however, in view of the changing nature of Quebec society as a whole, the evolving needs Montreal's English-speaking Catholic community in particular, it is clear that public funding is not adequatto effectively sustain the facilities and institutions to meet today's needs. The 21st Century CatholCommunity Campaign is being launched to address these concerns. Your contribution can make thdifference. Please give generously. To learn more, please visit our website atwww.21ccc.ca

Celebrating Our VolunteersAll parish volunteers are invited to an appreciation luncheon on Sunday, June 2nd, 12:30-2:30 in the parishall. If you have given of your time in any manner during the past year, your presence will be welcomed.

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Mass Intentions: May 12-19, 2013

May 11, 2013 Saturday, Easter Weekday4:00 In Loving Memory

Mike Kilbertus, Dorothy Moore, The Deceased Members

of the Charles McDonald Family, Anna Maria Fiori,

Shirley Cools-Lartigue, Dorothy Magee Bilnoski

May 12, 2013 The Ascension of Our

Lord8:30 Guglielmo & Agnese

Teodori

Vivian & Joseph

11:00 Giacomo Fiori His Wife Berardina &

Family

May 13, 2013 Monday, Our Lady of

Fatima8:00 Nicholas Troli Mom & Dad

May 14, 2013 Tuesday, St. Matthias8:00 Giovanni Ciampini Claudia & George

May 15, 2013 Wednesday, Easter

Weekday

8:00 Anna & Lorenzo Forlini Luisa Forlini

May 16, 2013 Thursday, Easter

Weekday8:00 Loretta & Donato

Pedicelli

Ernesta Ciampini

May 17, 2013 Friday, Easter Weekday8:00 Ermando Giuseppe Nudo His Wife Elvira Nudo

May 18, 2013 Vigil of Pentecost4:00 Raymond Jenkins Connie McLaughlin

May 19, 2013 PENTECOST8:30 In Loving Memory

Isa Mazzella, Marta Michetti, Mary & Ted McNichol,

Edgardo Poce & Luigina Cicciarelli

11:00 Eva Ciampini Claudia & George

Your GenerosityThank you for your on-going support of our parish

Last Sundays collection was $3,257.00

The Monthly Maintenance Collection was $1,594.00

FAITH FIRST REGISTRATION

Faith First registration forms for the 2013-14 season are

now available at the entrances of the church, church halland rectory. All new as well as returning students must fillout a form before August 15th and return it to the rectory

to guarantee a spot. The cost of the program is $70 forone child, $95 for 2 children and $110 for 3 or more.Please note that your child will not be denied access tothe program if you are unable to pay the fee. For furtherinformation, please contact Jennie Parsons-Armstrong at(514) 481-0267 or by email atjennie.armstrong@bell.net

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Confirmation CelebrationWe are happy to have Bishop ThomasDowd here this weekend to celebratethe Confirmation of 29 of our youngpeople. Congratulations to: GiulianaAhmed, Blandine Anglehart-Reven

Marcus Arcangeli, Bjeurn Barba-Mendiola, Anthony Bongiorno, JosephineCampbell, Julee Anne CunananMatthew Caucci, Annalisa Di PasqualeAnthony Di Scala, Kate Dor, StefanoFede, Kevin Griffin, Jessica HackettMaria-Gian Hermon-Moran, BrandonHernandez, Francisco HernandezFrancine Horsham, Vanessa IacampoBenjamin Loerick, Michael Magi, Gabrie

Masujer, Samantha Nartatez, CatherineOrlando, Juliana Palucci, Ashley Santos-Sanchez, Vanessa Servello SilvestreWilliam Stone-Barney and Julia Vrentas

May you always live fully the faith youare confirming today; and may each oyou, including Josephine Campbell andAnthony Bongiorno who also celebratedtheir First Communion this weekendalways treasure the gift of Eucharist andcelebrate it often.

Thank you to all the catechists andcatechist helpers who have so lovinglyand faithfully prepared our young peoplefor this special privilege.

Pastoral Council Elections

Pastoral Council elections will take place onSunday May 26th. There are three (3)openings for seats on the parish council. Iyou would like to be a candidate or know

someone who would like to be a candidateplease fill out a form that can be found atthe entrance of the church. Nominations arenow open, and will close at 1:00 PM on May18th.

PASTORALHOME CARE VISITORS

The next Reflection Group meeting willbe held in the rectory on Tuesday, May14 after the 8:00 a.m. Mass.