Church of Our Lady Mission Statement

We, as members of Church of Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament, believe that we are called to minister to all who come through our doors.  As good stewards, when we go out, we will take Christ to our local community and to the whole of God’s world.

For Church, Hall or O’Donnell Room bookings please contact the Church office at 692-2950.   Please submit bulletin announcements to the office by Wednesday at 5:00 p.m.

If you have an important announcement to be viewed prior and after Mass, please contact the office by 5 p.m. Thursdays.  Office hours are Monday – Friday, 1– 5 p.m.

Pray for the Sick: For those in our parish community and families who are commended to our prayers including Elaine Bacon, Diane Stark, Andy Vibe, Curtis Materi, Edward Bengert, Eric McLaughlin, Frank Lacher, Bernice Jelinski, Margot Doiron,  we pray to the Lord.

From Our Memorial Book:  To the Glory of God and in Loving Memory of our deceased.  In the month of February we pray for Joseph Clement Bacon, Reg Nieszner, Edward John Elsom.

Don’t forget your Church: Thank you to all those who have bequeathed a portion of their estate to Church of Our Lady.  Their legacy financed the new projection equipment & laptop computer in our Church, repairs to the exterior of the Church, improvement to the grounds.  Enhancements still needed are space for Children’s Liturgy and the youth, as well as other building & ground improvements.

The Parish Pastoral Team visits the sick, the elderly and the lonely in homes, hospitals and nursing homes, and brings Communion to the sick and shut-ins.  If you or someone you know would like a visit from a member of our Pastoral Team or the priest, call the church office at 692-2950.

Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time:  Feb. 19th

Forgiveness, too, is a gift from God.  Freed from the paralysis of sin, the man in today’s Gospel was able to stand and give witness to the power of God.  How do I let sin cripple me?  Am I a good steward of the gift of God’s forgiveness?

Thank You

My family and I wish to express our heartfelt thanks for all of your many prayers and Masses that were offered for me, as well as for your loving concern during my illness and transplant.

My road to recovery is an uphill battle but I know that with God’s help and your ongoing prayers, my health will continue to improve.

God bless you all.   Diane Stark

Readings for Next Sunday – February 26th, 2012
Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading:  Genesis 9.8-15      Psalm:  Ps 25.4-5a, 6+7b, 8-9 (R.10)

Second Reading:  1 Peter 3.18-22      Gospel:  Mark 1.12-15

Season of Lent

As Preparation for this season, we are reminded of the meaning of Lent as a time of penance and repentance, for almsgiving and prayer, for working to change attitudes that are not pleasing to God.  In preparation for Lent, “Reflection Pamphlets” are available for Families and Adults on the welcome tables.  Please help yourself.  

Palms

Please bring your old palms to the church by Sunday, February 19th, so they can be burned for our Ash Wednesday celebration, February 22nd. Baskets will be available on the welcome table. Thank you.

Stations of the Cross:  Every Friday during Lent there will be Stations of the Cross at 6:30 p.m. (except Good Friday).  Various groups will lead the Stations of the Cross:  February 24th:  Liturgy Committee    

Moose Jaw Pro-Life – 40 Days for Life

February 22 to March 30

40 Days For Life begins on Ash Wednesday, Feb 22^nd and ends Friday, March 30^th.

Moose Jaw Right to Life invites all to participate in the “40 Days for Life”

beginning Ash Wednesday, February 22^nd through Friday, March 30th.  This is a global

campaign that focuses on prayer, fasting and outreach to protect the unborn child.

In Moose Jaw we will be praying and witnessing on Fairford St. E, North of the Union

Hospital from 3-4 p.m. from Monday to Friday.  Please join us for this hour.

Bring a friend or come as a family if you can. Check out http:/www.40daysforlife.com

We need someone to take charge of signs for the weeks of:

Feb 29 - Mar 6 inclusive

Mar 7 – Mar 13 inclusive

Mar 21 – Mar 30 inclusive

Please let Angela @ 692-6170 know if you can help.  Thank you.

St. Martin’s CWL

St. Martin’s CWL is hosting a bridge tournament in the hall at 4720 Castle Rd., Regina, on Saturday, February 25^th.  The cost is $25.00 per team.  Registration begins at 9:15 a.m. and play begins at 10:00 a.m.  Register by phoning Joanna at 584-2549 or Eileen at 586-4261.

FIRST C0MMUNION AND CONFIRMATION SCHEDULE- 2012

Session2A                           Thursday Feb 9^th        Hall/Church           6:30p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Session 2B                          Monday Feb 27^th        Hall/Church           6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Session 3                            Monday Mar 12^th             Hall/Church           6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Session 4                            Thursday Mar 29^th          Hall/Church           6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Session 5                            Monday April 16^th           Hall/Church           6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Retreat                             Saturday April 28^th          Hall/Church           9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Rehearsal                            Saturday May 5^th              Church Only          1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Confirmation/                        Tuesday May 8^th     Hall/Church          Celebration: 7:00 p.m.

First Communion                                       

Session 6                            Monday May 14^th       Hall/Church           6:30 p.m. – 8:00p.m.

A big “Thank You “ is extended to all the people who have volunteered to operate the projector

and “Open Song” program.  We are looking for more volunteers so if interested please contact

Stu Essom or the Church Office.  Thank you.

2012 Church of Our Lady Sunday Coffee Schedule:

19-Feb-12          Irma and Marie                                 26-Feb-12          Hospitality  

Social Justice Gospel Hour:       Our Gospel Hour services, sponsored by the Social Justice

Committee, continue next Sunday night, 26 Feb 12, at Church of Our Lady at 7pm. Come and

sing along to old-time gospel favorites and then meet for refreshments in the Parish Hall. The

offering from the 26 February service will go to Moose Jaw Habitat for Humanity. Come and

bring a friend!

This past year, your prayers and generous gifts for the 2011 Annual Appeal totaling over

$1,180,000 will make an enormous difference for our Catholic Church in Southern

Saskatchewan. Because of your commitment, you have helped answer Christ’s call for our

Archdiocese to serve Him in one another. Indeed you have demonstrated sincere gratitude to

God, in a true spirit of Stewardship, for His many and generous gifts and blessings to each of

us.  Parishioners like you are making a powerful impact in the lives of others through the

various ministries, like hospital chaplaincy, youth ministry, faith formation and social outreach

that the Archdiocese is able to offer. Thank you for your example of faithful stewardship and

God Bless you.       Archbishop Daniel J. Bohan

  Archdiocesan Resource Centre

not make the time this month to read or watch something that will nurture your

marriage relationship?  Our Archdiocesan Resource Centre has many excellent

books and DVDs that everyone in the diocese can borrow free of charge. For

more information or to book an item, please call Teresa at 352-1651 ext.

238,email twhalenlux@archregina.sk.ca or feel free to come in and browse at

445 Broad St. North.  You can also browse on-line and submit an on-line request at www.archregina.sk.ca

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