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The Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time 3 February 2013

As promised: Part 2 of the Work Matters presentation by Mr. Willy Kotiuga. Enjoy!!

Everything that we do is a gift to God, whether it be preaching, teaching, designing, cooking, cleaning

creating spreadsheets or operating machines. All work has dignity, and all our work should reflecexcellence that is a worthy offering acceptable to God. We must educate church members on how to se

work as their calling from God, and help clergy to see the mission possibilities in the workplace.

We all need to be committed to ongoing transformation through a daily walk with God. As we plant gosp

seeds, there are many variables outside our control, impeding growth. After years of trying to invite co

workers to join me on a faith journey, I realized that words and a personal example were not enough. Now

start the discipling process from the moment someone comes into my sphere of influence. As th

director of a company, I have a responsibility to create an environment which is conducive to creating a

excellent product and helping people attain their highest potential.

The values driving our work environment include: accountability, responsibility, the pursuit of excellence

teamwork, a learning environment, risk-taking, forgiveness, support and celebration. These value

desirable professionally, also help people embark on a faith journey. They are an integral part of makin

good disciples.

Accountability reinforces that in all areas of life we are accountable to a higher authority. Responsibilit

reinforces that we should work through difficulties to meet obligations and commitments. Pursuit o

Excellence motivates people to do better than they have done in the past, and better than others are use

to doing. A Learning Environment stimulates discussion and encourages exploration to discover mo

about life. Risk-taking helps staff learn to step out of their comfort zone. Forgiveness is offered to thos

who make mistakes, or whose risks have not turned out to be successful. Support enables people

move in confidence to the next level of understanding and knowledge. Celebration is appropriate for th

whole team as we share in one anothers successes.

This is the sacred environment in which I live at my workplace. For others not in managerial positions, th

holy ground may be limited to ones shared workspace, desk or workbench. For some, a sacred workplac

is the lunchtime Bible study once a week. For others, it could be coffee breaks and/or lunchtimes filled wi

discussions (not monologues) about life issues. Ultimately, what transforms the secular to sacred is th

presence of God and when God is present, changes take place.We are all called to be agents o

change. If Joseph could do it as a slave and as a prisoner, there is no reason why we cannot transform ou

sphere of influence into holy ground.

(For links to some of Willys articles, check out our website: www.stmonica.ca)

Everything you wanted to know about the Mass but were afraid to ask:

At the weekend Masses of February 9th (4 PM) and 10th (8:30 and 11:00), Fr. Raymond will lead th

congregation through a Teaching Mass. We will use shorter versions of the readings and a very brie

homily, and take some time to explain the significance of each of the major parts of the Eucharistic Liturg

so as to better understand the connections between liturgy and life. Let us take advantage of this Year

Faith to deepen our grasp of the sacred mystery we celebrate. All are welcome!

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Mass Intentions February 3-10, 2013

February 2, 2013 Saturday,Presentation of theLord

4:00 Gerry McLaughlin Connie & Family

February 3, 2013 The Fourth Sundayin Ordinary Time

8:30 Vincenzo and AntoniettaLaPosta

Concetta LaPosta

11:00 In Loving Memory

Carmelita Pelayo, FrancescoSupinoFebruary 4, 2013 Monday, Weekday

8:00 Iole Falciani Ignazio Mattei

February 5, 2013 Tuesday, St.Agatha

8:00 Nicholas Troli His Mom & Dad

February 6, 2013 Wednesday, St.Paul Miki &Companions

8:00 Colombo Salvati The Salvati Family

February 7, 2013 Thursday, Weekday

8:00 Agnese, Martino & AntonioGagliardi

The Family

February 8, 2013 Friday, Weekday

8:00 Luigi Spinelli Lina & Family

February 9, 2013 Our Lady'sSaturday

4:00 In Loving Memory

Dorothy Rice, Mike Kilbertus, The Deceased

Members of the Charles J. McDonald Family, IoleFalciani Fantuzzi, Giovina Palucci, Vincenzo Saluzzi,

Giuseppe & Vittoria Caucci, Gerry McLaughlin,Arthur McLaughlin

February 10, 2013 The 5th Sunday inOrdinary Time

8:30 Joseph Onesi Ida & Family

11:00 Robert DiGiacomo The Family

The Gospel, our faith and Catholic social teaching call

us to live in solidarity with our sisters and brothers. You

are invited to our half-day workshop to explore this on

Saturday, February 9, 9 am at the Archdiocese (2000Sherbrooke St. W., Mtl.). Contact Deacon Michael Di

Girolamo at 514-797-7051.

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

Last Sundays collection was $3,138.05

Parish Lenten Project

Journeying with Christ through the Scriptures:

you would like to participate in this 6-wee

personal journey, please register by February 7 the very latest. Please use the sign-up sheet the main church entrance, or contact Anna bphone or e-mail. The introductory afternoon for aparticipants will be on February 10 at 3 p.m.

Coffee and Conversation

Positive Discipline In this session we wcontinue with The 5 Love Languages of Children

Join us on Sunday, February 10, from 10 to10:5a.m., in the dining room of the rectory.

Please refer to www.stmonica.ca and the posteat the Church entrances for additional informatioTo register, kindly use the appropriate sign-usheets at the main church entrance or contaAnna at the office.

Save the Date:Saturday February 9

5:00 9:00 PM

Come share some food and enjoy playing gameEveryone welcome - from the young to the younat heart. More details to come soon. If you woulike to help with this event, please contact Claire 514-482-7493

Our Faith First classes will resume on Februa9/10. Little Gifts (Sunday) will resume on Februa17.

2013 Lenten Reflection and Prayer Booklets

The 2013 Lenten Reflection and Prayer Bookleare available for you to purchase at the maentrance of the church. The adult, family anchildrens versions are priced at $2.00 eacPlease put your payment in the Missalette anNewspaper Payment Box.