Diocesan News - Roman Catholic Diocese of Kamloops
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Diocesan News - Roman Catholic Diocese of Kamloops
Vol 41, No. 3 - October 2015 Diocesan News News and Views of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Kamloops “Everything has a story” Welcome to your new Diocesan News! With the retirement of Chuck and Frances Bishop, we were presented with several layout options and this is the design that was decided upon. We wish to thank Chuck and Frances for their tireless efforts and long hours over the past 22 years and we also take this opportunity to wish them blessings in their retirement. With this new presentation, it is hoped that the images will be even crisper and cleaner than before and that the magazine style will further encourage our readers’ retention. This is the news of our local (Diocesan) Church and this is your news. We hope you find it useful and informative. Please feel free to submit any of your comments to your parish priest or you can also email the diocesan office at [email protected]. Thank you from your Diocesan Editorial team. Most Reverend Bishop David Monroe Photo Credit: Gabriella Valachy Water system built by the volunteers from Kamloops this summer. Their motto was “Everything has a story. Change the story, change the world.” The same motto is painted on each of the water storage tanks built this summer – one in English and one in Swahili. Tanzania Diocesan News A publication of the Roman Catholic Church in the Diocese of Kamloops The Diocesan News is an associate member of Canadian Catholic News(CCN). MANAGEMENT BOARD Most Reverend David Monroe, Bishop of Kamloops – publisher; Gary Cooper, Adele Huculak and Claude Julien – advisory members. EDITORIAL POLICY The Diocesan News seeks to increase the unity of the people of the diocese by providing current information about matters of Church teaching and policy, in addition to diocesan and parish news. News will be as up-to-date as possible, given the publication schedule, and generally will reflect relevant Church issues affecting this diocese. Diocesan and parish news will inform the people of the diocese about the activities of individuals or groups within the Church. The purpose of publishing this news is to celebrate activities that foster the life of the spirit within the diocese. As publisher of The Diocesan News, the bishop is responsible for its content. Any material submitted for publication is subject to revision following editorial review for suitability, style and accuracy. The decision to publish unsolicited material depends on its relevance to the overall mission of The Diocesan News and availability of space. In all cases, contributors are urged to be concise and to strive for the highest standards of accuracy and fairness. GUIDE TO WRITTEN LENGTH Most news can be told effectively in 300 words or less. Letters to the Editor should be as brief as possible. PUBLICATION SCHEDULE Four times a year: Easter, June, October and Christmas. Delivery by Canada Post. Design and Printing by Waysideco.ca Diocesan News A publication of the Roman Catholic Church in the Diocese of Kamloops The Diocesan News c/o 635A Tranquille Rd. Kamloops, BC, V2B 3H5 Tel. 250-376-3351 Fax 250-376-3363 • [email protected] • Canada Post Customer No. 0254232399 Publications Mail Agreement No. 40013998 Photo Credit: Gabriella Valachy Windmill made for the village of Msanga by the team of volunteers from Kamloops. This summer, a group of students and chaperones travelled to work in the mission field in Tanzania with the Missionaries of the Precious Blood. This was the eighth group from the Kamloops Diocese to spend the summer in the mission territory. The main project while they were there was the completion of a water project for the village of Msanga. This year’s chaperones were Mark Backmeyer, Nancy Backmeyer and Domenica Spina. The students were Taylor Matias, Matthias MacLeod, Daniel Faliszewski, Allie Bittante, Patricia Pryor, Gabby Valachy, Rachel DiMambro and Sarah Schwarz. The technology now available (and better data plans for cell phones) allowed this group to stay connected with their family and friends throughout the mission trip. As the trip came to an end, Rachel DiMambro, had the following thoughts to share…. “The trip was absolutely incredible and completely life changing. We’ve learned so much, tried new things and met new people. There are no words to explain how great it really was. I’d like to take this time on behalf of the mission group to thank everyone for their support. From the donations, to attending our fundraising events, and especially for giving us kind words of encouragement through this entire thing. We could not have done this without you. Thanks to you, we have raised the money to change the life of an entire village. I hope everyone has a chance to travel at some point, and experience something as amazing as this was for us. It is wonderful that we got to share our experiences with you while being in Africa (through Facebook and Tumblr). We are excited to see the experiences of the next group going as well. (If you have the chance to go, seriously take it!) So, this is the end. Thank you everyone once again. Until next time, CPPS Mission Group 2015 Article by Rachel Dimambro Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 2 Notice and Coming Events Diocesan News Deadline Christmas Issue, 2015 Monday, Nov 2 – Deadline for contributions for Canada Post delivery by Friday, Dec 18 Delivery The mailing list depends on up-to-date parish lists. Please ensure that your parish has your current household mailing address. There are four issues annually: Easter, June, October, and Christmas. *Questions & Contributions* Please contact the Bishop’s Office Telephone: 250-376-3351 Email: [email protected] Year of the Consecrated Life Day of Learning and Reflection There will be a special diocesan event held at OLPH on Saturday November 14th from 10 am – 3 pm. Come and learn about the consecrated life from those within the diocese who are living the consecrated life. It is important to register at the chancery, as lunch is provided and we need to know how many people are coming. Mass will be celebrated at 11:45 am with Bishop Monroe as the main celebrant. This promises to be an interesting, informative and enjoyable day so please plan to attend. Call 250-376-3351 to register! Average Joe Men’s Retreat Fall 2015 Immaculate Heart of Mary Shrine and Retreat Center Cache Creek, B.C. November 13-15, 2015 Mass, Talks, Confession, Adoration, Good Company, Good Food and Shooting. Trap shoot at local shooting range on Saturday afternoon/evening. For more information or contact Ray Duggan at 250-457-1106 or email [email protected] Jubilee Year of Mercy Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy 8 December 2015 to 20 November 2016. Watch the December issue to learn what the Diocese of Kamloops will be doing at the local level to celebrate this great jubilee. “The secret of happiness is to live moment by moment and to thank God for what He is sending us every day in His goodness.” St. Gianna Beretta Molla Secular Carmelites Do you want to grow in a deeper awareness of God’s presence? Do you feel drawn to a more contemplative life? Are you interested in following in the footsteps of St. Teresa of Avila, St. John of the Cross and St. Therese of Lisieux? Perhaps you are being called to a voca- 3 tion in the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites. This is a lay Carmelite Community of men and women, single, married or widowed, whose lives are dedicated to prayer. For more information, please contact Linda at [email protected] Secular Franciscans A vocation for men and women, married or single, who follow Jesus in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi. If you are interested in Franciscan spirituality and would like information on the Secular Franciscan vocation, please contact Mary 250-573-4441 Catholic Club on TRU Campus The club’s purpose statement is “We are a group who believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and the truths of the Catholic faith. We believe in enriching ourselves and sharing with others.” To connect with the club on Facebook like the Kamloops Catholic Connection page. Palliative Care Visit www.lifegivinglove.com/colf/ – the website for a National Campaign for Palliative Care and Home Care: Against Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide. Diocesan Prayer Cards The Diocese of Kamloops Marian League offers prayer cards for you to enroll your friends and family. They will be enrolled perpetually and remembered in all Masses and prayers offered at the Diocesan Shrine of the Immaculate Heart of Mary in Cache Creek for all members of the League, living and deceased. Cards for yourself or your parish are available at the Chancery in Kamloops (250-376-3351) and at the Shrine (250-457-9930). All offerings benefit the Shrine. Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 The Bishop’s Journal May 28 – Thursday and I visited two of the parishioners who were not able to come for Mass. Sunday night I was out to the airport to meet Father J. Ronald Knott who has come to the Diocese to direct the annual retreat for the priests. Monsignor Desmond, Gary Cooper and I drove to Immaculate Heart of Mary Shrine, Cache Creek to see the condition of the Shrine area after the rain storm. The shrine itself did very well – some water came in through the lower window areas on the north side of the shrine. The shrine property on the west where the gulley is along Stage Road has been expanded up to the edge of the road, taking out the curb and our chain-link fence. June 15 to 19 – Monday to Friday Father Knott used the directives of the Church to encourage us to live our priestly life. This being our week for the Priests’ Retreat, it was a time of reflection on the messages of Father Knott helping us to enrich our priestly lives. May 30 & 31 – Saturday and Sunday Seven young people received the Sacrament of Confirmation at Sacred Heart Parish in Williams Lake at the Saturday evening Mass and after the Mass the other parishioners for the dinner celebration downstairs. After an early morning drive from Williams Lake to Quesnel on Sunday morning, thirteen young people were confirmed at Saint Ann’s Church at the 11:00am Mass. Once again those confirmed joined other parishioners in the parish hall for a mid-day lunch. On the way home I had the opportunity to make a quick stop and visit with Father Vernantius at Saint Jude’s Parish, 100 Mile House. June 2 – Tuesday Saint Ann’s Academy provided a full evening celebrating the visual, musical and culinary arts. Before the meal we visually enjoyed the art and craft skills of the students – especially enjoying the mimicking of the work of great artists – like “Whistler’s Mother” seated in her black gown on a motorcycle rather than on a chair with a foot stool! In the last hours of the evening we enjoyed the various individuals, choirs, ensembles and musicians who entertained with a great variety of music. June 6 & 7 – Saturday and Sunday With the summer weather here it is good to begin the season going to the lakes. Saturday evening Masses were celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima parish, Sicamous and Saint Joseph parish, Salmon Arm. On Sunday I celebrated Mass at Saint George’s parish, Barriere and Saint James parish, Clearwater, then made a quick trip back to the Cathedral to be present June 20 – Saturday for Benediction after the Holy Eucharist Procession of more than a hundred parishioners along Third Street to the railway tracks and back to the cathedral. June 10 – Wednesday After a morning drive to Sacred Heart Parish, Williams Lake and a short visit to some of the students at Sacred Heart School, I went with Father Derrick Cameron out to Sacred Heart Parish, Anaham for the confirmation of five young people. It was very impressive to see the number of people from the reserve area who came for the special occasion, more than one hundred. After the Mass there was the blessing of the fourteen new stain glass windows and then a special banquet in the seniors’ centre. June 11 & 12 – Thursday and Friday On Thursday afternoon Father Derrick and I drove up to Prince George to be present for the Mass at Sacred Heart Cathedral and the opening of the B.C. and Yukon Provincial CWL Convention. On Friday we attended the morning meeting of the Convention and then drove back to Williams Lake and then I continued back to Kamloops. It is always interesting to hear how involved the CWL members are in the various areas of society and communities. June 13 & 14 – Saturday and Sunday My visit to Saint John the Baptist Parish, Lillooet began on Saturday at 5:00pm at a parish supper with several of the parishioners and on Sunday after the 9:00am Mass Father Bob Haggarty Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 4 As is the custom, this day is kept in a special way dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary with a Mass at 11:00am followed by a luncheon and then a drive home – but his year I went west rather than east in order celebrate the 5:00pm Mass at Our Lady of the Mountains at Whistler with the Sacrament of Confirmation. June 21 – Sunday The Sunday Masses were celebrated at Our Lady of the Mountains at 9:00am, then at 11:00 at Saint Christopher’s at Mount Currie at 11:00 and at Saint Francis of Assisi in Pemberton at 12:30. June 25 – Thursday The priests of the area – Cache Creek and Kamloops - were invited and honoured at a special celebration at Saint Mary’s, Skeetchestn. We began in the church with prayer and singing and went to the children’s centre for lunch. June 27 & 28 – Saturday and Sunday I visited Father Vernantius at Saint Jude’s, 100 Mile House and celebrated the Saturday evening Mass at the seniors’ centre at Lac LaHache and the Sunday Masses at Saint Jude’s and Holy Family, Bridge Lake. June 29 – Monday In the morning I drove to Vancouver and celebrated the 5:00 pm Mass at Saint Patrick’s Church with Archbishop Michael Miller and some of the priests of Vancouver in honour of Father Vincent Hawkswell who will be retiring. A special dinner followed the celebration of the Mass. July 4 – Saturday With the sunshine and the summer holidays it was time to begin having the 4:00pm summer afternoon Mass at Saint David’s Anglican Church at Celista. There were 40 people present for the Mass and afterwards I was invited to one of the campsites for Sunday dinner. July 5 – Sunday This morning Mass was celebrated at St. Gerard’s - Ashcroft, Immaculate Heart of Mary – Cache Creek and St. Peter’s – Clinton. It is interesting to reflect on the part these three places had at the time of the gold rush, as they became important centers of commerce as many prospectors and settlers followed the Thompson River to the east. Mass at St. Joseph’s, Kamloops Reserve and on 9th I celebrated the 8:30am Mass at the Cathedral. August 14 to 16 – Friday to Sunday This was the time for the annual Fountain Lake Pilgrimage – it was a little cooler than usual! There were also several surprises this year – the two new Brothers of the Servants of the Risen Christ (Immaculate Heart of Mary Shrine). Brother Ferdinand and Brother Dominic made their first Fountain Lake Pilgrimage and a number of people from Anahim Lake and Kluskus Reserves drove long distances to be present. July 12 – Sunday At the celebration of the Mass at the Cathedral today I had the opportunity to baptize two children. July 16 – Thursday For the feast day of Saint Edmund I was invited to go to Saint Edmund’s Parish in North Vancouver to be the main celebrant at the evening feast day Mass and was able at the reception afterwards to meet many of the parishioners who were at the parish when I was the pastor in the 1970’s. July 19 – Sunday After celebrating the 8:30 and 10:30 Masses at Our Lady of Perpetual Help I drove to the Carmel of Saint Joseph to celebrate the Mass with the Carmelite Sisters and many of the friends of the Carmelites. July 25 & 26 – Saturday and Sunday I went early to the Shuswap area to drive along the Shuswap Lake as far as St. Ives before saying Mass for the people and summer visitors at St. David’s Chapel at Celista. THE DIOCESE OF KAMLOOPS covers 120,000 square kilometres (46,332.26 square miles) in south central British Columbia. August 2 & 9 – Sunday On Sunday August 2nd I celebrated From Jane Cameron, Sacred Heart School On June 11th Bishop Monroe popped in to see us at Sacred Heart Catholic School. The children were spellbound watching the Bishop sign the words Good Morning and Good Night! 5 Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 features and in His mystery, Christ known through his manifold presence in the Church and in the world, and confessed in the meaning of history and the light of life’s journey.”(NMI-15) Pope Francis On the Sunday of Divine Mercy, April 11th, 2015, Pope Francis in the Bull of Indiction announced the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy which is to begin on December 8th – the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception. The Bishop’s Message At the close of the Great Jubilee of the year 2000 Pope Saint John Paul II wrote the Apostolic Letter ‘The New Millennium’ (Nuovo Millennio Ineunte)*. In his Bull of Indiction of the Jubilee he expressed the hope that the bimillennial celebration of the mystery of the Incarnation would be lived as “one unceasing hymn of praise to the Trinity” and also “as a journey of reconciliation and a sign of true hope for all who look to Christ and to his Church.” (*A Papal Bull is an official document issued by the Pope or by his offices. The name is derived from the lead seal (bulla) traditionally affixed to such a document.) In his Apostolic Letter Saint John Paul II stated, “Two thousand years have gone by, but sinners in need of mercy – and who is not? – still experience the consolation of that ‘today’ of salvation which on the Cross opened the gates of the Kingdom of God to the repentant thief: ‘Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise’ (Lk 23:43).”(NMI-4) The saint said of the great legacy of mercy, “I would not hesitate to describe it as the contemplation of the face of Christ: Christ considered in his historical As Saint John Paul II invited us in 2000 to contemplate the face of Jesus, Pope Francis calls on us now “to contemplate the mystery of mercy” – “Jesus is the face of the Father’s mercy” (1). The Holy Father then contemplates the mystery of mercy Mercy: the word reveals the very mystery of the Most Holy Trinity. Mercy: the ultimate and supreme act by which God comes to meet us. Mercy: the fundamental law that dwells in the heart of every person who looks sincerely into the eyes of his brothers and sisters on the path of life. Mercy: the bridge that connects God and man, opening our hearts to the hope of being loved despite our sinfulness Mercy: the word reveals the very mystery of the Most Holy Trinity. Pope Francis begins by showing how the psalms present the grandeur of God’s merciful action. God forgives, heals, redeems, loves, feeds, executes justice and crowns with steadfast love - Ps 103:3-4; Ps 147:3,6; Ps 147:3,6; and in Ps 136, the Great Hallel, affirms the mercy of God through the events of the Old Testament with the words, “For His mercy endures forever.” At the last supper before leaving for the Mount of Olives Jesus sang this psalm of mercy placing Himself and His paschal sacrifice in the light of His mercy. “With our eyes fixed on Jesus and His merciful gaze, we experience the love of the Most Holy Trinity”(8). Mercy: The ultimate and supreme act by which God comes to meet us. “The mission Jesus received from the Father was that of revealing the mystery of divine love in its fullness(8).” God is love and this love has been made visible and tangible in Jesus’ entire life, His person is love and nothing in Him is devoid of compassion. In the Gospels Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 6 Jesus shows and teaches the message of mercy in His words and actions and gives the message that “mercy is the very foundation of the Church’s life” (10) and “the time has come for the Church to take up the joyful call to mercy once more”(10). Mercy: the fundamental law that dwells in the heart of every person who looks sincerely into the eyes of is brothers and sisters. We are called to be merciful like the Father. We see how God loves us in His mercy when we call upon Him to come to our assistance He shows us when we call upon Him in our weakness. In the Holy Year we are to open our eyes to see the misery of others, hear their cry and reach out reflecting on the corporal and spiritual works of mercy: CORPORAL WORKS OF MERCY 1. To feed the hungry 2. To give drink to the thirsty 3. To cloth the naked 4. To harbor the harbourless 5. To ransom the captive 6. To visit the sick 7. To bury the dead SPIRITUAL WORKS OF MERCY 1. To admonish the sinner 2. To instruct the ignorant 3. To counsel the doubtful 4. To comfort the sorrowful 5. To bear wrongs patiently 6. To forgive all injuries 7. To pray for the living and the dead. Jesus tells us that we will be asked if we have helped others (Mt. 25:31-45). Mercy: the bridge that connects God and man opening our hearts to the hope of being loved despite our sinfulness During this Jubilee Year the season of Lent is to be seen as a special time, accompanied by Isaiah to experience and celebrate God’s mercy in a more intense way through prayer, fasting, works of charity and by placing the Sacrament of Reconciliation as a means of experiencing God’s mercy and peace. Priests have received the gift of the Holy Spirit for the forgiveness of sins and in joy, as faithful servants of God’s mercy, are to welcome the repentant sinner who has come home. Cont. pg 7 The Bishop’s Message Cont... At the end of his letter Pope Francis draws our attention to the Mother of Mercy. “Chosen to be the Mother of the Son of God, Mary, from the outset, was prepared by the love of God to be the Ark of the Covenant between God and man. She treasured divine mercy in her heart in perfect harmony with her Son Jesus.”(24) “Her life is authentic and credible only when she becomes a convincing herald of mercy. She knows that her primary task, especially at a moment full of great hopes and signs of contradiction, is to introduce everyone to the great mystery of God’s mercy by contemplating the face of Christ.”(25) Ray and I enjoyed listening to several speakers at the World Meeting of Families, including two cardinals. We heard about virtue, the importance of kneeling for family renewal, care of our common home, the importance of family and how we learn to relate and interact in the world by growing up in families. It sticks out how the various speakers keep referring to the book of Genesis and how man and woman are created in the image and likeness of God, and how God is a family. Simple, fundamental, truth. Watch next issue of the Diocesan News for stories of the World Meeting of Families from Ray & Nancy Hadden and Bil & Doreen Gowans. These couples represented the Diocese of Kamloops. Submitted by Nancy Hadden. “All the good works in the world are not equal to the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass because they are the works of men; but the Mass is the work of God. Martyrdom is nothing in comparison for it is but the sacrifice of man to God; but the Mass is the sacrifice of God for man.” St. Jean Marie Vianney 7 Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 68th Annual BC & Yukon Catholic Women’s League Provincial Convention Photo and Article: Laura Esposito The 68th Annual Convention of the BC & Yukon Council of the Catholic Women’s League of Canada (CWL) was held at the Coast Inn of the North, Prince George B.C. from June 11 to 13, 2013. One hundred seventy-eight members and guests attended and were welcomed by the Prince George Diocesan CWL Council. The Most Revered Stephen Jensen, Bishop of Prince George, celebrated Opening Mass at Sacred Heart Cathedral. Also in attendance was Most Revered David Monroe, Bishop of Kamloops. Mass was followed with a reception hosted by the Knights of Columbus from Sacred Heart Cathedral. A variety of guest speakers were part of the agenda, Friday, June 12th, 2015. National CWL President, Barbara Dowding and Sister Irene Baker, CSI, spoke on the national theme, One Heart, One Voice, One Mission linking it to the provincial theme, Joyfully Serving the Lord. Encouragement was given to spend time in prayer and with scripture using daily Mass readings. A starting point for reflections could be asking questions such as, “What is the text saying to me?” or “What in my life is in need of change?” Encouragement was also given to read Pope Francis’ “Joy of the Gospel”. Barb Dowding challenged members to continue to emphasize the spiritual component of the League and make CWL meetings more exciting and relevant to younger members. Sergio Petrucci, representing Development and Peace, and Doreen Gowans, Past President of the BC & Yukon CWL Council and CWL National Chairperson of Community Life, shared the work of Development & Peace. Everyone was reminded of the program to donate 1% of funds raised by CWL councils to D & P. Doreen told Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 8 of one council which held a successful fundraiser asking members to contribute $1.00 for every pair of shoes they owned to help with Development and Peace. Maureen Fadum, President of Domestic Abuse Services, Our Lady of Good Counsel Society, shared the society’s work with women in the Lower Mainland and the BC interior. Donna Flood, Executive Director of the Prince George Hospice Society, shared her work with the society and the need for palliative care to help people die “gracefully, not fearfully.” Five resolutions were presented and approved: 2015.01, Invoke the Notwithstanding Clause; 2015.02, Enduring Power of Attorney on Spouses; 2015.03, New Registration Process for Organ and Tissue Donation; 2015.04, Increased Access to Children and Youth Mental Health Services; 2015.05, Income Tax Credit for Clients of Registered Clinical Counsellors. These resolutions will be forwarded to the national council for consideration at the 2015 annual national CWL convention to be held in Vancouver August 16 to 19, 2015. The liturgical celebration held on Friday, June 12th was officiated by Reverend Edwin Kulling, Provincial Spiritual Advisor. A collection was taken for Development and Peace and the names of the deceased CWL members were read. A casual dinner followed at Sacred Heart School gym served by teachers and students of the school. Participants were entertained by the children’s choir and the Forever Young Chorus. Saturday morning, Dr. Moira McQueen, Executive Director of the Canadian Catholic Bioethics Institute, captivated the audience with her charisma and knowledge. She stated that the dignity of the human person is funda- mental to our Catholic faith founded in the Scripture, especially as each of us is a member of the body of Christ. A human life is defined as life from conception to natural death, therefore the dying process should be supported not the right to end life. “We are to help with the dying, not help to die.” There is medication available to help the suffering and it is important to ensure that an advance directive and enduring power of attorney clearly states the wishes of an individual. Dr. McQueen’s book, Bioethics Matters, explains our Catholic teaching on today’s stem cell research, reproductive technologies and euthanasia. She supports BC & Yukon CWL Resolution 2015.01 Invoke the Notwithstanding Clause, especially since examples from other countries have proven that no law is strong enough to end abuses. Each member was encouraged to write letters on this issue to their MP and other members of government. An invitation was extended by Father Vince James OMI and Rose Prince’s nieces, to attend the Rose Prince Pilgrimage at Le Jac, close to Fraser Lake, B.C., July 3 – 5, 2015. Father Vince spoke of when he first started working in Fraser Lake in 1994 and the early days of the pilgrimage when 30 people would attend the weekend. Now more than 1000 people come for the weekend. Information for the pilgrimage can be found at www.pgdiocese.bc.ca. The closing Eucharistic celebration was held at Sacred Heart Cathedral and included the reaffirmation of officers and chairpersons. The convention banquet followed. Greetings were extended by the Mayor of Prince George, Lyn Hall and a presentation was made by National President, Barbara Dowding. The CWL Molly Boucher Bursary was presented to the winner, Marianna Gagliano, by BC & Yukon CWL Provincial Education & Health Chairperson, Agnes Geiger A very successful, informative, spiritual and fun-filled convention was enjoyed by the 178 members and guests in attendance. An invitation was given to attend the 2015 National Convention in Vancouver and the 2016 provincial convention in Coquitlam. Photo Credit: Dianne Nadeau Photo Credit: Dianne Nadeau 9 Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 Directions on Aboriginal Ministry On August 17 – 20, 2015, Directions in aboriginal Ministry was held at Rosemary Heights Retreat Centre, Surrey, BC. There were three main speakers, during the three days conference who presented topics on decolonization and connection with truth and reconciliation. Some bishops from different dioceses were also present during the conference. Kamloops Diocese sent 5 representatives namely, Fr. Wladyslaw Heart Garden On May 30, 2015, the Diocesan First Nations ministry joined to create a “Heart Garden” that marked the official closing Truth and Reconciliation Commission through in the invitation of the KAIROS -Canada. Some First Nations women, children, Members of the SFO, members of the CWL in Kamloops joined hands in making the Heart Garden. This portrayed the symbols of the First Nations: The sacred colours red, white, yellow and black, the four directions, and traditional plants like cedar, sacred tobacco, and sage, sweet grass and lily of the valley. The Garden is located at the front of the Franciscan sisters’ convent. Karciarz, John and Liz Corrigan, Jean Stenhouse and Sr. Maria, SFIC. Its aim is to raise awareness of the effect and consequences of the “Eurocentrism” that were implemented (IRS) during the era early colonization not only in North America but worldwide among the aboriginal peoples. It is also to help the churches and parishes to move from sympathy and caring to concrete activities that will promote and inculturate aboriginal culture in the life of the church. Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 10 Wednesday June 10,2015 Confirmation & blessing of the windows Today we’ve had 5 confirmed, 4 girls & 1 boy, Maryjane Char, Lateisha Harry, Santanna Isnardy, Taneesha Dick & Austin Char. The stained glass windows for our local church in Anaham was all fundraised for, along with the fence around the church. Much appreciated to all who have contributed to all our events volunteered by myself (Alana Bobby) & family along with the 2 that have got confirmed Austin Char & Maryjane Char, these 2 have been volunteering right along with me from day one, Thank You Austin & Mj. It all started when the Sisters of Christ the King have left our community, was a sad time for our community to see them leave. Sister Eva has left me in charge with the little collection box at my work place for the church windows & over 2 months it reached over $200.00 & talked with my mother & a few other people & decided to purchase some Bingo cards with this, as the funds were not quite enough, my mother Melanie Bobby & I decided we will pay for the rest of the cost. With having fundraiser events once a month for over 9 months, we have managed to pay for 7 windows & topped another window, that another family have been fundraising for, as we’ve made more than enough for the windows, we decided to do a bunch of door prizes to recognize all that have contributed to our events. $8450.00 went to Bos Glassworks out of Williams Lake. Thanks to John & Norma Bos for the lovely windows. We’ve had another family that have contributed a window for our church, Jon, Anna Collins & family! This family has been joining our Sunday Masses on a weekly basis, we are very blessed to have these kind of generous people out there, much Thanks to this family for purchasing 1 window, this family will be leaving us soon, but their presence will always be here, just seeing their window in the entrance will bring memories back to how generous this family was, much blessings to this family as they journey on. Also our community band Tl’etinqox Government Office has been a huge part of this with money on stained glass windows & the fence on the outside & getting all the food, cooks & cake for our Confirmation & Celebration dinner for our windows. Much appreciated, without any of you none of this would have gotten accomplished, with the windows & fence. Tl’etinqox Trading post purchased 2 dream catchers made by a local resident Denise Gilpin. That the 2 were given to Collins family & John & Norma Bos of Bos Glassworks. Again Thanks to all for getting this accomplished. “I am not my own; I have given myself to Jesus. He must be my only love.” St. Kateri Tekakwitha SECHANAKYAGH GULIN Thank you so much! Alana Bobby & Volunteers Maryjane & Austin Char! 11 Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 ‘Carmelite Corner ‘ As summer draws to a close the Sisters have been busy preparing many jars of their delicious homemade jam. They have plenty to sell and Mother Ann has asked that we put out an invitation to ALL parishes to consider setting up a small area in their church vestibules or hall to sell the jam. Please remember to acquire permission from your parish priest and contact the monastery directly to make arrangements for pick up and price details. The sale proceeds from the jam and other articles are very important to the financial needs of the Sisters. Thank you for your consideration and generosity with this request. The annual celebration of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel celebrated July 19th at the monastery, was a great success. Although the weather was hot – the Mass with Bishop Monroe, followed by a delicious lunch was enjoyed by all. Thank you to all that donated the great food and helped serve and clean up! Another important event is the ‘Centenary Mass’ for the end of the year of St. Teresa of Avila, it will be celebrated at the monastery at 3 p.m., on October 11th. The celebrant will be Father Provincial of the Secular Carmelites. There will be a video of the Virtual Choir made up of Carmelite nuns and friars from all around the world. St. Joseph’s Parish in Salmon Arm will be hosting their annual fundraiser for the Carmelite Sisters. Sunday December 5th, after Sunday Mass, there will be a silent auction – with many excellent items for gifts and needs, as well as a special breakfast. Please watch for details and consider having your own parish fundraiser for the needs of the Sisters. Next August 2016 is a special time – as we look forward to celebrating the 25th anniversary of the day the Sisters arrived here in 1991. Please remember to spread the word that the Sisters of the Carmel of St. Joseph are always ready to welcome new postulants to their order. After completing an application form and an interview, if applicable, the order allows for a ‘live-in’ time to help discern if the Lord is truly calling them to this vocation. Please be sure information regarding the Carmelites is available at your parish, you never know who the Lord is calling, and please pray for an increase to this most important and needed ministry. There is plenty of room at the monastery! You can also help support the Sisters by joining the Carmel of St. Joseph Guild - active members $25, honorary members $75. Contact president, John Scott at [email protected], or Vice- president T. Sinclair at tmaesinclair@ shaw.ca about joining us or use the Guild’s mailing address below. Remember the spiritual benefits received from the Sisters prayers are ‘priceless’. The Carmelite Nuns of Armstrong are deeply concerned about the problems and the difficulties of the people of God in the surrounding area and around the world. Everyone is invited to phone, write, email or visit the Monastery to request prayers for special intentions. Website www.carmelspall.org or mail to Carmel of St. Joseph Monastery, 4815 Salmon River Road, Armstrong, B.C. V0E 1B4 1-250-546-8801 God Bless all you do, Mrs. Terry Mae Sinclair Carmel of St. Joseph Guild Bag 9000, suite 186, 190B TCH N E Salmon Arm, B.C. V1E 1S3 Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 12 Spiritual Classics A series of articles by Rev. Dale Normandeau Pastor of St. James Parish in Vernon ” Jean Vanier has achieved a great deal of good on behalf of the mentally challenged around the world, and many honours have been justifiably granted him for his advocacy, including this year’s Templeton Prize, a prize given to those whose life’s work have affirmed spiritual values. This latest prize seems fitting, for Jean Vanier’s achievements are only the fruit of his philosophy and spirituality. That philosophy and spirituality has been eloquently described in the 30 books he has written and in the talks he has presented over the past 50 years. He believes that the mentally challenged are among those who are God’s little ones, those despised by the Cont. pg 14 13 I M “ Jean Vanier’s achievements are only the fruit of his philosophy and spirituality. world but close to God’s heart. Jean therefore calls them his teachers and, through their tutelage, has discerned profound spiritual truths regarding the mystery of God and his love, and the means to peace in our troubled world. The book Eruption to Hope consists of talks and poems that were originally presented to various groups in the late 1960’s. It is one of his more philosophical works and describes the raison d’etre that underlies his life’s work. The opening chapter of Eruption to Hope, “The Evolution of the Family and the Modern Crisis” addresses the changes family life has experienced in light of cultural and technological changes. The traditional family of the past had a strong pater familias directing a large extended family living in close proximity to one another and bonded by common tribal or ethnic values and preconceptions. In modern times, this has evolved into a nuclear family consisting exclusively of two parents (or a single parent) and children. One now lives some distance from extended family members and the old certainties that united the larger family unit are swept aside. While this change is not all together bad—a number of out-dated attitudes, biases and prejudices needed to be dismissed— it has left the modern family with new uncertainties and no absolutes, with the resultant anxiety that follows. This leads one to set oneself and his or her wants and desires as the measure of all that is right and good. The result is a cynical rejection of all authority and a despairing surrender to hedonism, materialism and relativism. The key to relieving this present crisis, according to Jean Vanier, is not a nostalgic return to the past, but to give oneself as a loving gift to others, which he describes as communion. Married couples are called to cultivate this communion with each other. This communion is then extended to their children, and then “their moments of intimacy should open them to those neighbours who are rejected or abandoned—the depressed, the aged and the handicapped” (ibid, 15-16). This communion would inaugurate RO I came to the little village of Trosly-Breuil in France in 1964. There I met men who had been wounded in their minds and in their psyches…I felt called to open up a small house for other men like them… and so it was that the adventure of l’Arche began.” (Vanier, Jean. Eruption to Hope (Toronto, Canada: Griffin House, 1972), Preface). The preceding words describe the conclusion of a long discernment. Jean Vanier, a former naval officer and philosophy teacher, wished to live a more spiritual life. This pursuit led him to a village in North-Central France. Through his friendship with a Catholic priest, Jean established a house with two mentally handicapped men who had been previously institutionalized. This would lead to the establishment of l’Arche (The Ark), an organization dedicated to creating households for and with the mentally disabled. About 150 l’Arche communities have since been established around the world, with about 5000 people directly engaged in its work. TR Jean Vanier’s Eruption to Hope IND TRI - ROM INDUSTRIES LTD. 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While some cultures considered the mentally disabled as being mystically ‘touched’ by God, as found among the tradition of the “holy fools” in Russian history and culture, the general population remained alienated by those odd qualities found in these peoples. Today that sense of isolation continues, but the mentally challenged are now perceived as truncated people, not measuring up to the standards of ‘normal’ people. Strange fascination with the mentally handicapped in the past has now been replaced by fear and contempt. While Jean Vanier acknowledges the difficulty mentally disabled people have with contemporary standards of independent living and intellectual achieve- ment, he also points out where their values exceed those of ‘normal’ people. While the mentally challenged are just as prone to self-centred and sinful behavior as anyone else, Jean admires their unqualified acceptance of others and their setting of relationships and community building as being superior to those goals that champion materialism and self-determination. Taking these insights gleamed from living in community with the mentally handicapped, Jean Vanier believed these same insights could bear abundant fruit if applied to our domestic, national and international problems. The dangerous state of world affairs could be alleviated if we valued the cultivation of relationships and community building with the same fervour as found among the mentally challenged. He therefore calls them his teachers in this regard. In the chapter “Strength Lies in Weakness”, Jean Vanier expounds on this Gospel irony. He himself was no stranger to society’s movers and shakers. His father, Georges Vanier, was the 19th Governor General of Canada, which put Jean in contact with influential people both in Canada and beyond. As midshipman of the HMS Vanguard, he accompanied the Royal Family during their Royal Tour of South Africa in 1947. His family ties and connections put him in close proximity with the rich and powerful. He found the truth of weakness in strength through living with the mentally challenged. He found that their strength was manifested in their simple authenticity and integrity. The powerful are forced to compromise integrity, in case it expose the gulf between their true selves and their pretensions. The mentally challenged, however, have no such pretensions. “They”, as Jean Vanier wrote, “are not made for power and glory. They seem to be made for communion and friendship. And because of this the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs” (ibid, 48). They are powerful because they affirm the values of the Kingdom instead of a pale appeal to accolades, titles and status Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 14 symbols. They also do not waste energy protecting a status they do not possess. Jean Vanier has been criticized for being an unrealistic idealist, a criticism that he himself acknowledges as having at least some truth behind it. If he is an idealist, however, it is an idealism rooted in the truth of Gospel values, and an element of irony can be found in those values. We need to be reminded that not only can the spark of the divine be found among the marginalized of our world, but sometimes that spark shines more brightly among them than among the respectable and influential. They are, as Jean Vanier and the Psalmist observed, the stone rejected by the builders that became the cornerstone. If you wish to learn more about l’Arche in Canada, the website address for this organization is www.lache.ca Thank you Chuck and Frances Bishop “Hanging from a chandelier is a bit too hazardous and disruptive for Diocesan News photographers, but giving your readers a sense of being part of what’s going on is the essence of a good news photograph.” - Cartoon and caption from Tips and Tricks for Newsletter Photographers by Chuck Bishop for The Diocesan News, 1997 “To believe in Jesus is to accept what he says, even when it runs contrary to what others are saying. It means rejecting the lure of sin, however attractive it may be, in order to set out on the difficult path of the Gospel virtues.” St. John Paul II KCC News Kamloops Catholic Connection is an outreach in the city of Kamloops for young adults who go to university or are working. There was a need in the city to have a group and a place for young adults to gather for fellowship and faith enrichment. Under the direction of Fr Andrew L’Heureux at Sacred Heart Cathedral and a team of young adult volunteers the KCC meets on a weekly basis. The events always include food since fellowship around the meal table is intricate to building relationships. After the shared meal there is a teaching about our faith and small group discussion. It is of utmost importance to the outreach to lead others to a deeply personal relationship with Jesus. Other activities have included a progressive dinner and a road trip retreat. The group is found on Facebook under Kamloops Catholic Connection or email kamloopscatholicconnection@gmail. com Please encourage young adults that you know to check it out. THE ROSARY of THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY Words from our secondary patron, St. John Vianney: “After God, we should have a great confidence in the Blessed Mother of Jesus, who is so good.” – Sermon on Hope October is the month of the Rosary – Intentions list for October 2015 to October 2016 1 A great love for the Eucharist 2 Reverend Father Anthony Ackerman 3 Reverend Father Kenneth Anoruo 4 Reverend Father Patrick Anthony, SRC 5 Reverend Father Vincent Asomugha 6 Reverend Father Derrick Cameron 7 Reverend Monsignor Jerry Desmond 8 Reverend Father Malcolm DeWeese, Jr 9 Reverend Father Robert Haggarty, OMI 10 Reverend Father Wladyslaw Karciarz, OMI 11 Reverend Swann Kim 12 Reverend Father George LaGrange, OMI 13 Reverend Father Andrew L’Heureux 14 Most Reverend David J. Monroe 15 Reverend Father Peter Hoan Nguyen 16 Reverend Father Dale Normandeau 17 Reverend Father Boniface Ogbenna 18 Reverend Father Vernantius Ononiwu 19 Reverend Father Donal O’Reilly 20 Reverend Father Clinton Pendleton 21 Reverend Father Martin Peyton 22 Reverend Father Paul Simms 23 Reverend Father Fred Weisbeck 24 Deacon Eddie Lavoie 25 Deacon Paul Murphy 26 Religious Sisters and Religious Brothers 27 Seminarians 28 Our Catholic Schools – staff and students 29 The work of St. Vincent de Paul 30 The sick in hospitals and homes 31 Families My sisters and brothers in Christ, when praying the Rosary, besides your personal intentions, please keep the following intentions: First decade – for peace Second decade – for our families Third decade – for priests and deacons Fourth decade – for religious Fifth decade – for our seminarians Prayer for the intentions of our Holy Father Mary, Mother of God and our Mother, pray for us! Ronald A. Tenisci, MBA, CA Mario Piva, BComm, CA Dennis Piva, BBA, CA [email protected] 15 Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 The Future of the Church Requires More Active Participation of the Laity Vatican City, 27 September 2015 (VIS) – “This morning I learned something about the history of this beautiful Cathedral: the story behind its high walls and windows”, said the Pope in his homily. “I would like to think, though, that the history of the Church in this city and state is really a story not about building walls, but about breaking them down. It is a story about generation after generation of committed Catholics going out to the peripheries, and building communities of worship, education, charity and service to the larger society. … All of this is a great legacy which you have received, and which you have been called to enrich and pass on”. “Most of you know the story of Saint Katharine Drexel, one of the great saints raised up by this local Church”, he continued. “When she spoke to Pope Leo XIII of the needs of the missions, the Pope … asked her pointedly: ‘What about you? What are you going to do?’. Those words changed Katharine’s life, because they reminded her that, in the end, every Christian man and woman, by virtue of baptism, has received a mission. Each one of us has to respond, as best we can, to the Lord’s call to build up his Body, the Church”. Those words were addressed to a “a young woman with high ideals, and they changed her life. They made her HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS think of the immense work that had to be done, and to realize that she was being called to do her part. How many young people in our parishes and schools have the same high ideals, generosity of spirit, and love for Christ and the Church! … To find ways of sharing their enthusiasm and gifts with our communities, above all in works of mercy and concern for others?” asked the Pope. “One of the great challenges facing the Church in this generation is to foster in all the faithful a sense of personal responsibility for the Church’s mission, and to enable them to fulfil that responsibility as missionary disciples, as a leaven of the Gospel in our world. This will require creativity in adapting to changed situations, carrying forward the legacy of the past not primarily by maintaining our structures and institutions, which have served us well, but above all by Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 16 being open to the possibilities which the Spirit opens up to us and communicating the joy of the Gospel, daily and in every season of our life”. Francis remarked that “it is significant that those words of the elderly Pope were also addressed to a lay woman. We know that the future of the Church in a rapidly changing society will call, and even now calls, for a much more active engagement on the part of the laity. The Church in the United States has always devoted immense effort to the work of catechesis and education. Our challenge today is to build on those solid foundations and to foster a sense of collaboration and shared responsibility in planning for the future of our parishes and institutions. This does not mean relinquishing the spiritual authority with which we have been entrusted; rather, it means discerning and employing wisely the manifold gifts which the Spirit pours out upon the Church. In a particular way, it means valuing the immense contribution which women, lay and religious, have made and continue to make, to the life of our communities”. “During these days of the World Meeting of Families, I would ask you in a particular way to reflect on our ministry to families, to couples preparing for marriage, and to our young people”, he concluded. “I know how much is being done in your local Churches to respond to the needs of families and to support them in their journey of faith. I ask you to pray fervently for them, and for the deliberations of the forthcoming Synod on the Family”. Names of participants in photo left to right: Doreen Gowans, OLPH, Linda Cameron, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Louise Fox, Sacred Heart Merritt, Donna Cassidy, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Liz Thomas, Sacred Heart Merritt, Laurie and Paul Desaulniers, Holy Family, Bishop David Monroe, Liz Corrigan, OL of the Mountains Pemberton, Sheila Hart, St. Jude’s, John Corrigan In front: Peter Hart, Council Chair & Katrina Laquian, D&P Animator for BC/Yukon. Missing from picture: Lawrence Beaton, St. Ann’s Academy, Rich McCleary, Holy Family, Debra Idzan, St. Joseph’s Salmon Arm, Fr. Paul Simms, OLPH Development & Peace Calls for Action The Holy Father, Pope Francis has put out a call for environmental stewardship and care with his encyclical “Laudato Si’ “ (May 24, 2015) The message is a hard-hitting statement of the truth about our fragile planet and also a beautiful message about God’s love and of hope for a better future. In mid-September, the Canadian Catholic Organization of Development and Peace (CCODP) Diocesan Council met to learn more about the pope’s message and how we can respond to the crisis of climate change. We share the pope’s concern that everyone in our global village is affected by climate change but it is the poor who are paying the biggest price. Honduras, Ethiopia and Philippines are examples of nations who are especially vulnerable as they suffer typhoons, drought and environmental degradation. Each year CCODP presents an area of study for Catholics in Canada on the issues of concern for the Global South. This autumn all parishes are invited to grow in awareness of climate change and to effect changes in ourselves, our communities and our country. We have the opportunity to raise our voices on this critical topic by signing a commitment card to the Prime Minister. Another crucial aspect of CCODP is to supply emergency aid in areas of natural and man-made disasters. The Syrian civil war has taken a quarter million lives and created 4 million refugees. Emergency funds collected will go toward humanitarian aid for refugees and will be matched by the federal government until Dec. 31st. For more information on how CCODP works with partners in the Global South, visit the websitewww.devp.org. “We are not the sum of our weaknesses and failures; we are the sum of the Father’s love for us and our real capacity to become the image of his Son.” St. John Paul II 17 Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 Singing, Playing, Eating, Creating! - Kathy Dahl (VBS Volunteer) Vacation Bible School at St. Ann’s Academy from July 13-17, 2015. More than 80 registrants, youth and adults spent a week together in “An Adventure in the Wilderness through the Sacraments.” What a way to learn about the seven sacraments! More than 40 youngsters, aged 5 to 12, were totally involved in “A Wilderness Adventure through the Sacraments,” a week of Cat.Chat Vacation Bible School (VBS.) Hosted by Sacred Heart Cathedral at St. Ann’s Academy from July 13-17, 2015, 29 families were involved with 18 youth and 16 adult volunteers, who led the Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 18 youngsters through the Sacraments with daily themed activities. VBS included Opening and Closing Ceremonies, which reinforced the theme and virtue of the day with demonstrations and skits. Monday’s theme was Baptism with letters to Godparents, Baptismal cupcakes, and “Bap” and “Tism” presenting the skit. The Sacrament of Eucharist on Tuesday included Adoration in the school chapel, Mass Picture Hunt for altar items and singing “Hike of my Life.” Confirmation was introduced on Wednesday, with the 7 gifts of the Holy Spirit, Wilderness First Aid Kits and Trying to be Like Jesus. Thursday and Friday each introduced two sacraments: Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick, then Matrimony and Holy Orders. All participants were invited to go to confession on Friday, when Father Andrew and Father Swann Kim were present for the sacrament. Bible Verses supported each day’s theme and virtue. Virtues included over the five days were courage, gratitude, perseverance, self-control and hope. Saints were celebrated: St. John the Baptist, St. Martin de Porres, St. Kateri Tekakwitha, St. Padre Pio, St. Gianna Beretta Molla, St. John Vianney. Mass completed each day at noon. Bishop David Monroe celebrated the opening Mass with Monsignor Desmond, Father Weisbeck and Father L’Heureux throughout the week. Father Andrew was in attendance each day, starting with basketball warm up, and assisting at the different stations. The week culminated with Mass and pot luck lunch where presentations and certificates were presented. Many thanks to Sister Analisa Baracena, who organized the 4th Annual Vacation Bible School and Sister Maria Daran, who inspired the artwork in the backdrop of St. John in the Wilderness. Plans are underway for two weeks of full day combined Faith and sport camps for July 2016! Keep an eye out for more information. Music Station: Led by musicians and group leaders, kids learn theme related songs. (Front) Sean Smit, Joseph Rennie, Monica Walsh, (back) Tatjana Savage, Natalie Sancewiczn and Dave Bruno sing with the Blue Jays Team(seated). Till Lake Summer Youth Camp 2015 We had another successful youth camp this year. It was a beautiful week full of faith and love of God, friendship, laughter and random acts of kindness (even if they were trying to get points for their team). I hope all the campers enjoyed themselves immensely. Thanks to those who helped with the set up and cleanup of camp. Also thank you to everyone who donated food and loaned us equipment. Special thanks to Father Derrick, Father Andrew, Daniel Lee, Giselle Tremblay, Adele Huculak, Melody and Savannah Sigsworth, Lisa O’Flynn, Donna Navratil, Rose Kalin, Meagan Bechard, Annelisa Beharrell, Mark Bechard, Ray Hadden, Dick Schut, Dominic Rosario, Christina Jung and to all the other young adults who came out to help. Without the volunteers, the event would not have been possible. To all the campers, thank you for making my week enjoyable. You all have beautiful hearts and spirits. Keep up those random acts of kindness, it will fill your hearts with joy and bring joy to others. I hope to see you again next year. God bless you all. Sue Bechard 19 VBS friendships: Francesca Caramia and Genna Bruno create at Craft Station Generations work together at VBS: Lancia Howe, the youngest participant, at the Craft station with Pat Adams. Diocesan News Catholic Diocese of Kamloops - October 2015 Faith in Action Year-end Report for Faith in Action Campaign 24: Sharing the Gift of our Faith Faith in Action Campaign ended July 31, 2014. The theme for Campaign 24 was: Sharing the Gift of Faith– the first of the three theological gifts of faith, hope and love. The people of the Kamloops once again continued their ongoing generosity to support the objectives of Faith in Action. The following is a brief summary: The total monies received for Faith in Action Campaign 24 was $545, 180.04. The following is a breakdown of this figure: i) The diocesan goal for Faith in Action Campaign 24 was $400, 000.00. The diocese received $393, 805.01 – this represents 98.45 % of the diocesan goal. ii) 26 parishes raised monies over their goal. iii)A total of $151, 375.04 raised over assigned parish goals was returned to parishes for local parish projects. Thank you very much for another successful Faith in Action Campaign! Visitation to parishes: In the spring of 2015, we began visitations to the parishes in the diocese to review the effectiveness of the direction and material used in Faith in Action. The parish priest, office personnel and members of the parish Finance Committee were invited to attend. These visitations are still being completed. Those participating were given the opportunity to: 1) 2) 3) 4) hear about the significance of Faith in Action for the diocese. review the results of Faith in Action from Campaign 17-Campaign 24. to comment on the effectiveness of the materials used in Faith in Action Campaigns. to discuss parish goals and provide input concerning them. Those participating in the visitations were encouraged to share the information provided with the parish community. The Roman Catholic Bishop of Kamloops Faith in Action --- Campaign 24 Report 31-Jul-15 Parish Name Average Pledge Total Cash due Campaign Campaign to make Pledge % of Cash to make Cash over Pldg Goal Pledges Goal Amount Goal Receipts Pledges Goal 1 Sacred Heart, Merritt 52 10,200. 12,085.00 0.00 232.40 118.48% 12,085.00 0.00 2 St. Michael's, Logan Lake 17 4,100. 3,590.00 510.00 211.18 87.56% 3,590.00 0.00 0.00 3 Sacred Heart Cathedral, Kamloops 215 58,675. 67,906.82 0.00 315.85 115.73% 67,896.82 10.00 9,221.82 4 O. L. P. H., Kamloops 228 56,650. 64,315.00 0.00 282.08 113.53% 64,315.00 0.00 7,665.00 5 Holy Family, Kamloops 105 19,400. 31,005.00 0.00 295.29 159.82% 30,605.00 400.00 11,205.00 6 St John Vianney, Kamloops 75 21,950. 22,750.00 0.00 303.33 103.64% 22,750.00 0.00 800.00 7 Our Lady of Lourdes, Heffley Creek 12 3,075. 3,585.00 0.00 298.75 116.59% 3,585.00 0.00 510.00 8 St. George's, Barriere 8 2,050. 1,930.00 120.00 241.25 94.15% 1,930.00 0.00 0.00 9 St. James, Clearwater 13 1,550. 3,465.00 0.00 266.54 223.55% 3,165.00 300.00 1,615.00 1,885.00 1,095.00 11 G. S., Valemount / O. L. S., Blue River 11 2,050. 3,145.00 0.00 285.91 153.41% 3,145.00 0.00 21 St. Francis of Assisi, Pemberton 13 1,275. 1,930.00 0.00 148.46 151.37% 1,930.00 0.00 655.00 22 Our Lady of the Mountains, Whistler 42 6,625. 17,221.22 0.00 410.03 259.94% 17,221.22 0.00 10,596.22 23 St John the Baptist, Lillooet 22 3,075. 7,580.00 0.00 344.55 246.50% 7,580.00 0.00 4,505.00 25 St Gerard's, Ashcroft 12 3,075. 1,320.00 1,755.00 110.00 42.93% 1,320.00 0.00 0.00 26 Imm. Heart of Mary Shrine, Cache Creek 7 1,550. 1,550.00 0.00 221.43 100.00% 1,550.00 0.00 0.00 27 St Peter's, Clinton 5 1,025. 1,940.00 0.00 388.00 189.27% 1,940.00 0.00 915.00 28 St Jude's, 100 Mile House/ Lac La Hache 29 7,650. 5,870.00 1,780.00 202.41 76.73% 5,870.00 0.00 0.00 31 Sacred Heart, Williams Lake 115 24,500. 46,430.00 0.00 403.74 189.51% 46,430.00 0.00 21,930.00 32 Chilcotin 2 1,025. 1,125.00 0.00 562.50 109.76% 1,125.00 0.00 100.00 33 Shuswap 2 300. 700.00 0.00 350.00 233.33% 700.00 0.00 400.00 34 St Joseph's, Kamloops 1 1,025. 1,025.00 0.00 1,025.00 100.00% 1,025.00 0.00 0.00 112 30,625. 73,485.00 0.00 656.12 239.95% 72,735.00 750.00 42,110.00 35 St. Ann's, Quesnel 1 1,025. 20.00 1,005.00 20.00 1.95% 20.00 0.00 0.00 41 St Joseph's, Salmon Arm 100 25,525. 36,750.00 0.00 367.50 143.98% 36,750.00 0.00 11,225.00 42 Sacred Heart, Lumby 19 4,100. 10,750.00 0.00 565.79 262.20% 10,750.00 0.00 6,650.00 43 St Joseph's, Armstrong 59 11,750. 18,925.00 0.00 320.76 161.06% 18,925.00 0.00 7,175.00 44 St Ann's, Enderby 27 8,175. 9,007.00 0.00 333.59 110.18% 9,007.00 0.00 832.00 45 St John's, Falkland 4 200. 315.00 0.00 78.75 157.50% 315.00 0.00 115.00 47 St. James, Vernon 191 51,550. 55,845.00 0.00 292.38 108.33% 55,845.00 0.00 4,295.00 48 Our Lady of Fatima, Sicamous 13 3,075. 2,050.00 1,025.00 157.69 66.67% 2,050.00 0.00 0.00 49 Blessed Sacrament, Chase 30 6,625. 8,890.00 0.00 296.33 134.19% 8,890.00 0.00 2,265.00 50 St. Benedict / St. Theresa 15 2,025. 2,585.00 0.00 172.33 127.65% 2,535.00 50.00 510.00 51 Our Lady of the Valley, Coldstream 84 19,400. 19,700.00 0.00 234.52 101.55% 19,700.00 0.00 300.00 52 Our Lady of the Lake, Blind Bay 39 5,100. 7,900.00 0.00 202.56 154.90% 7,900.00 0.00 2,800.00 0. 0.00 0.0 0.00 0.00 0.00 400,000. 546,690.04 6,195.00 325.41 36 Mt Currie / D'Arcy 60 Roman Catholic Bishop of Kamloops Once all the visitations are completed a complete report will be prepared and presented to Bishop Monroe. Faith in Action Campaign Twenty Five: Sharing the Gift of our Hope Campaign Twenty Five is now underway with the theme: Sharing the Gift of our Hope – the second of the three theological gifts of faith, hope and love. Experience reminds us of the importance of having concrete parish projects to be connected to the parish goal. Experience has also demonstrated the wonderful generosity of the people of the diocese! Fr. Fred Weisbeck, Diocesan Coordinator Needed # TOTAL 1,680. 0.00% 136.67% 545,180.04 PM 40013998 RETURN UNDELIVERABLE CANADIAN ADDRESSES TO: The Diocesan News c/o 635A Tranquille Road, Kamloops, BC, V2B 3H5 1,510. 151,375.04
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