For the Month of May
2008
An
ePublication of
the
Catholic Pastoral Centre -
The Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton
News
49th International Eucharistic
Congress, Quebec City Canada 2008
 June
15-22, 2008
This event can have a positive
impact
on our own local Church both
before and after the Congress. This is an opportunity to
deepen
our understanding of the Eucharistic celebration, to better our
participation in it, and to renew our commitment to the mission of
love, service and witness that flows from it.
For more information, check the
national website, click on the
logo. Locally, contact Andrew at 469-1010 ext. 238 email iec@edmontoncatholic-church.com
Archdiocesan
Events
XLT (Exalt)
Thursday, May 8, 2008
at
7:00 to 8:30 pM
St. Pius X Church, 13072
Sherbrooke
Avenue, Edmonton
XLT is a night of music and adoration
with a message for youth and young adults. The evening includes a time
of music, a time of silent prayer, the sacrament of Reconciliation, and
ends with fellowship. It is organized through the Vocations
Office of the Archdiocese of
Edmonton. For more information contact Father Patrick Baska
469-1010
or Mike Landry at anaphoraministry@gmail.com.
Catholic Faith Education Series
2nd Tuesday of every month -
Tuesday, May 12, 2008 from 7-9:30 PM
Catholic Pastoral Centre,
8421-101
Avenue, Edmonton
Monthly Adult Faith Education evenings for parish leaders and
ministers, sacramental preparation teams, youth ministry teams,
catechists, school teachers, and all interested persons. Drop in
session $5.00
each. Click
here for details.
Corpus Christi Mass and procession
Sunday, May 25, 2:30 PM
St. Joseph's Basilica, 10044 - 113
Street
The Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ will be marked with a
special Mass celebrated by Archbishop Smith, followed by a Procession
of the Blessed Sacrament. All those pilgrims attending World Youth Day
2008 or the International Eucharistic Congress 2008 are invited for a
special blessing and commissioning. The procession with the Blessed
Sacrament will begin after the closing prayer of the Mass and will
pause at prayer stations at the Edmonton General Hospital, St.
Joachim's Parish, Ezio Faraone Park and Grandin Park. A barbecue and
other activities will follow at Grandin Park. All are welcome! For more
information contact Andrew Papenbrock at 469-1010 ext. 238 or yam@edmontoncatholic-church.com.
Annual Mass for YC Participants
Sunday, May 25, 9 am
St. Alphonsus Parish, 11828 - 85
Street, Edmonton
All young people and leaders who are attending the YC 2008 Christian
youth conference are invited to join us for Sunday Mass at St.
Alphonsus, just blocks away from the conference site at Rexall Place.
For more information contact Andrew Papenbrock at 469-1010 ext. 238 or yam@edmontoncatholic-church.com
Ordination of Deacons
Friday, July 4, 7:00 pM
St. Joseph’s
Basilica, 10044 – 113 Street, Edmonton
Men from across the
Archdiocese will be ordained as permanent deacons, called by God to
serve the community of believers and to advance the evangelizing
mission of the Church. Permanent deacons are commissioned to preach, to
counsel and to give spiritual guidance. They offer direct service to
those in need, especially the marginalized and vulnerable. Their work
varies with their parish needs, but can include baptizing, witnessing
marriages and presiding at prayer
vigils and funerals. On the same day, seminarian Michael Schumacher
will also be ordained as a transitional deacon, a step in his formation
for the priesthood. For more information about the permanent diaconate,
contact Ron Woytiuk at 469-1010 ext. 251 or diaconate@edmontoncatholic-church.com.
For information on priestly vocations, contact Father Patrick Baska at
469-1010 ext. 227 or vocatio@edmontoncatholic-church.com.
Other Events
Sundays at 9 PM or Saturdays at 1 PM
(Shaw Cable Ch. 51 or No Cable Ch. 45)
Crossroads Television System has announced its newest documentary
series, A Priest, a Monk, and a Rabbi.
1st episode airs Sunday, April 20 at 9 PM or Saturday, April 26 at 1 PM.
A
Priest, a Monk, and a Rabbi is a 13-episode series. It
follows faith leaders through their everyday challenges and struggles
to reveal the gritty reality of a life of faith. "It's a
breakthrough series in interfaith TV programming.", said Executive
Producer of Balance Programming, Richard M Landau.
The show will follow the lives of six inspiring faith leaders: Father
Paul Moret, a Catholic priest who plays for the Flying Fathers hockey
team; Pastor Mesh Hit, a Christian youth and young-adult pastor,
looking for a new job; Syed Soharwardy, a Muslim Imam and founder of
Muslims Against Terrorism; Marc Brisebois, A Charismatic Christian
Pastor and Televangelist; Dr. Tony Barber, an Italian Buddhist Sensei;
and Rabbi Ari Drelich, a hyper-speed New York Orthodox Jew.
Friday, May 9, 2008 Doors Open at 7 PM
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, 13
Brower Drive, Sherwood Park
At the heart of Contemprorary Chrisitan music since its beginning, John
Michael Talbot has proclaimed the message of Christ to many millions
worldwide, and still maintains an active ministry through concert
tours, recordings, books, and videos.
Enjoy an evening of spiritual refreshment. Immerse yourself in
the lyrical and meditative chords of Talbot's most enduring
melodies. Take this time to re-connect with all that makes life
worthwhile.
Tickets available at Universal Church
Supplies and OLPH Parish.
Concert details www.olph.ca/Talbot2008/
 Society
of St. Vincent de Paul Western Regional Assembly
Friday-Saturday, May 30-31, 2008
Star of the North Retreat Centre, 3
St. Vital Avenue, St. Albert
Are you interested in helping change people's lives? Do you want
to make a difference by becoming part of an organization with 400 years
of experience of gospel based service? Plan to attend, share the
fellowship, spirituality and workshops. Full details on St. Vincent de Paul
Society website or phone (780) 459-2457.
Links
Pope
Benedict XVI
DEUS CARITAS
EST, On
Christian
Love
Click
Here for the full text of the Encyclical
SPE SALVI, On Christian Hope
Click
Here for the full text of the Encyclical
Message for the 45th World Day of
Prayer for Vocations
Canadian Conference of Catholic
Bishops
The CCCB is pleased with the launching of the Truth and Reconciliation
Commission ... more
COLF
2nd National Symposium on the Theology of the Body
November 8-9, 2008, Quebec City
The Catholic Organization for Life and Family (COLF) is happy to
announce that it will be holding a second Symposium in Quebec City with
simultaneous translation from French to English. Click
here for information.
Pastoral
message entitled "Communicating Christ's Love through the Mission of
Development and Peace".
Holy
Father's Prayer
Intentions
May 2008
General: That
Christians may use literature, art and the media to nurture a culture
that promotes the value of the human person.
Missionary: That just as she accompanied the Apostles in the early
stages of the Church, may the Blessed Virgin Mary continue to guide
missionaries throughout the world with maternal affection.
Please
post Pastoral
Scene
in all parishes, and feel free to cut and paste for the bulletin.
Every
attempt has
been
made to ensure the accuracy of this information at the time of
publication. However, despite our best efforts, errors may occur and
events may be cancelled or rescheduled without notice.
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