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St. Joseph the Worker ParishDiocese of Victoria
753 Burnside Road WestVictoria, BC V8Z 1M9
Office: 250.479.7413 Fax: 250.479.7619Emergencies Only (outside office hours):1.250.732.7380
Father Alfredo’s Email: [email protected]
Website: www.sjtw.caEmail: [email protected]
Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time
February 9th and 10th 2019
The Stations of the Cross are a traditional Catholic prayer practice that helps us as people of Faith to connect with the humanity of Christ, and the reality of His journey to Calvary: the flogging, beatings, nakedness, torture, ridicule, and humiliation, as the journey progressed to its grisly end. The Stations of the Cross also help us understand and relate to the complete and utter abandonment Christ experienced as his friends, disciples, and followers deserted Him– all but
Mary and, ironically, a few courageous women! It was a journey we often gloss over in superficial ways, taking for granted this awesome sacrifice made for us by Christ who suffered the most ghastly violence the Empire could muster against Him!
The Stations of the Cross help us to remember in concrete terms the whipping, the scourging with the thorns, the burden of the cross, the falls, meeting the women, right through to His internment in the tomb. They allow us to reflect on a deep level about Christ's Passion in very human terms and makes that suffering real to us.
Come and experience the profound practice of praying the Stations of the Cross on Fridays at 7:00pm throughout Lent.
Jesus Truly Is RisenIn today's second reading, St. Paul lists some of the history that supports our faith in the risen Jesus. After he was crucified, Jesus rose from the dead and appeared to Peter, then to the rest of the 12 apostles. These appearances were frequent. The apostles actually touched Jesus and ate with him. Jesus's body was real; he wasn't like a ghost or a dream. All told, after he had risen from the dead, Jesus appeared to more than 500 people.
And finally, as St. Paul puts it, Jesus appeared to him. Saul was determined to destroy this new cult called Christianity. He was furiously riding his horse on the road to Damascus, on a mission to bring men, women and children back to Rome to be slaughtered. Saul's life totally changed when Jesus knocked him off his horse and placed him on a new path. He became known as 'the apostle to the Gentiles' and he spread the good news of the risen Jesus to all the then known world.
Our Faith is based on historical fact. The birth, death and resurrection of Jesus is attested to by reliable witnesses - a large number of them. The Romans and high priests tried desperately to cover up Jesus's resurrection, but they couldn't manage it. Their big problem was that too many people had seen Jesus alive after his death and experienced the transforming power of the gospel.
This beautiful problem never stops happening. Even today, people all over are experiencing the power of God's love to transform our lives. It happens as we sincerely surrender our lives to Jesus, and invite him in with our hearts open to his love.Mark Fetherston
Ministry Liturgical Schedule February 16th and 17th, 2019
Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday at 4:15-4:45 pm or by appointment.Sacrament of Marriage: Inquiries must be made 6 months in advance. Register at the office. Marriage preparation class is compulsory.Sacrament of Baptism: Call the Parish Office at 250-479-7413 to register for the next Baptism Preparation Class to be held on Saturday, February 16th. Typically, Baptisms are held during all Masses of the last weekend of each month.Catechism and Children’s Liturgy, Sacraments of Reconciliation, Confirmation and First Communion and Youth Group: Contact Parish Office for information.Pastoral Care Visits While in Hospital: We remind the faithful that privacy legislation in BC prevents the release of information regarding hospital admissions. If you or someone you love are admitted to a hospital and would like a visit from your pastor or Eucharistic Minister, please call your parish office. For emergency calls only call 250-889-3761.
Hospital MinistersCoordinator-Denise Kyfiuk
Children’s LiturgyCoordinator-Martin Poulin
VacuumersCoordinator-Ralph Scheurle
Altar Servers
Saturday 5:00 pm
Coordinator-Jeanine Woodman
Hospitality MinistersCoordinator-Karen DouglasLectors Coordinator-Linda ChattonUshers ** recruit Presenters of Gifts
Coordinator- looking for one
Mass ScheduleWeekday MassesMonday ~ No Mass
Tuesday ~ 9:30amWednesday ~ 9:30am
School MassThursday ~ 9:30am
Friday ~ 9:30amSaturday ~ 5:00pmSunday ~ 10:00amSunday ~ 6:00pm
From today’s Gospel: Simon Peter fell down at Jesus’ knees saying, “Go away from me, Lord, for I am a sinful man.” Then Jesus said to Simon, “Do not be afraid; from now on you will be catching people.” (Luke 5:8, 10b)Adults: When have you felt inadequate to a task or role you were given? How did you respond?Children: When have you been asked to do something you felt might be too hard for you? What did you do?
Forced to Flee, a simulation experience about conflict and forced migration, Wednesday, February 20th, 10:00 am to 12:00 noon, St. Patrick's Parish Hall, 2060 Haultain Street. This year Development and Peace - Caritas Canada asks us to share the journey of 68.5 million forced migrants around the world. For more information or to register by Feb 18th, contact [email protected]. Andrew’s Charismatic Catholic Prayer Breakfast will be held at the Comfort Inn, 3020 Blanshard (Ballroom) on Saturday February 23rd, 9 am to noon. Hear the powerful testimony of Fr. Alfredo Monacelli - a former restaurant manager and photographer from Italy. He current serves as Pastor of St. Joseph the Worker Parish. Tickets - $15. Call 250-477-4700 (the Dunstans) for a reservation.The St. Andrew's Cathedral Knights of Columbus are hosting a fundraiser dinner at Our Lady of the Rosary Hall February 23rd, 2019. Doors open at 5:30pm; dinner is at 6:00. Guest Speaker: Fr. Dean Henderson. All proceeds from dinner and Silent Auction will go towards helping a family or families attend the 2019 Annual Family Conference. $20.00/single ticket or $30.00 /couple or family. To make a donation or purchase tickets and RSVP please contact Dave de bree at [email protected] or 250-590-7004.You are invited….The Assembly of Western Catholic Bishops will be meeting in Victoria in late February and during that time will gather for a Mass at the Cathedral on Wednesday, Feb. 27th at 5 pm. All are invited and welcome to attend the Mass.Save The Date - St. Andrew's Regional High School presents Ronnie Scott as Elvis and Friends Saturday, March 9th, 2019 at 6:30 pm. All proceeds will go towards the Fine Arts building and Sports Field. Tickets $50.00 can be purchased at parish office or by calling the
Music Ministry
Sunday 10:00 am Sunday 6:00 pm
For Rent
St. Joseph the Worker Parish Hall
$75.00/per hour or $500.00/event
Contact the Parish Office @ 250-479-7413 or [email protected]
for more information
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Steve and Michelle Jen and Shawn
F. Boylan **, W. BurgessT. Butler, M. Trudeau
J. Ross **, L. BartleR.Strong, A. Vandekerkhove
MC B. NewtonM. Zidek
MC J. GrohovacA. Blair, A. Araujo
MC N. SabadoC. Bernarte
R. GarmanJ. Parks
L. ChattonM. Kelland
R. BailletJ. Vukovic
D. Walker
C. WeberB. Weber
Couples for ChristCouples for Christ
S. CecileB. Doyle
U. BettsJ. Betts
Seeds 10:00am MassCarmelle
Promise 10:00am MassMartin
Good News 10:00am MassWillo
G. PalahickyJ. Zwicker Worldwide Marriage
Encounter is back! We are having a Non-
Residential Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend
March 30-31 at St Joseph's School,
Victoria, BC. Don't wait to invest in your
marriage. Register at
www.rcdvictoria.org Questions?:
[email protected] or Sharon & Glen
778 386 2908
The Board of Directors of the CHABC is pleased to announce that in 2019 one bursary in the amount of $500 will be granted to a graduating student who is enrolled in a Catholic secondary school, or is a member of a BC/Yukon parish and enrolled in a public secondary school, or is home-schooled. For a p p l i c a t i o n r e q u i r e m e n t s , p l e a s e v i s i t h t t p s : / / w w w . c h a b c . b c . c a / b l o g / o r d o w n l o a d https://www.chabc.bc.ca/2019-chabc-bursary-offered/. Please note the closing date for applications: MARCH 22, 2019. H E A L I N G T H E
CHURCH: Opportunities to dialogue with Bishop Gary Gordon and members of the Diocesan Leadership Team regarding the clergy sexual abuse crisis in the Church, and to learn about the D i o c e s a n R e s p o n s i b l e Ministry & Safe Environment policies and protocols (from 7:00 to 9:00pm) Tuesday, February 12th, Christ the King Church Comox Thursday, February 21st, St. Joseph the Worker, Victoria.
Save your appetites for the next Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast on: Sunday, February 24th right after the 10:00am Mass.
Stations of the Cross7:00pm during Lent
March 8 - ProclaimersMarch 15 - CWLMarch 22 - St. Vincent de PaulMarch 29 - Social Eco JusticeApril 5 - K of CApril 12 - Youth Group
Newsworthy and Noteworthy This Week in our Community
World Day of the SickHealing The Church - Christ the King - ComoxK of C Council 13356 Day of Consecration of the Holy Family12:00 noon - Senior’s Lunch Bunch - Church HallHealing The Church - St. Joseph the Worker9:00am Catholic Prayer Breakfast - Comfort Inn5:30pm St. Andrew’s and Our Lady of the Rosary K of C Fundraiser dinner - Lady of Our Rosary8:30am Why Liturgy Matters - Church of the Ascension, Parksville11:15am K of C Pancake Breakfast - Church Hall6:30pm Elvis and Friends - St. Andrew’s Regional High School9:00am Pastoral Care Training Session 2 -St. Pat’s Parish HallFourth Annual Bishop’s Gala - Our Lady of Fatima
Up Coming Events & Start
2018 Tax Receipts are ready for pick up at the back of the church.We are accepting advertising on the back of the bulletin for the New Year. Please contact parish office 250-479-7413.Old Palms - Lent is just around the corner. You are invited to bring your old palms to the Church and place them in the box located in the foyer. The palms will be burned and the ashes used for Ash Wednesday.Diocese of Victoria/Island Catholic Schools Job Posting: Senior Accountant – See the bulletin board and Diocesan website for a full description.KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL 13356 - DAY OF "CONSECRATION TO THE HOLY FAMILY" - TO STRENGTHEN FAMILIES AND REVITALIZE OUR PARISH - DATE: Sunday February 17, 2019- all Masses and daily Mass the week prior. PURPOSE: To invite each family to consecrate themselves to the ideal model of family love set by Jesus, Mary and Joseph as a way of life; to consciously choose to be a beacon of love through the church; by coming together and reciting a special prayer of consecration during each Mass. TO PREPARE: Week prior - pray together; receive the sacrament of reconciliation; fast from something that could normally be consumed, or an activity that is regularly done. KNIGHTS will distribute "prayer cards" before Mass and guide the program. Pamphlets / Posters in the church foyer.Liturgical Workshop: Liturgy Matters - Join us to renew your love and appreciation of our highest form of worship. This is a great opportunity to deepen your understanding of the Sacred Liturgy. When: Saturday, February 23rd from 8:30am – 2:00 pm .Where: Church of the Ascension, Parksville What to bring: A bagged lunch. Register at www.rcdvictoria.org or email: [email protected] gjahelka @rcdvictoria.orgBishop Thomas J. Lobsinger, OMI Memorial Bursary 2019 Program is now receiving applications. Once again, we are privileged to offer thirty bursaries of $500.00 each to Catholic students across the Province of British Columbia. Applications are accepted from January 1, 2019 until June 30, 2019 with the bursaries being awarded in the fall. The Terms of Reference can be found on our web site at: https://kofcbc.org/files/2018/12/Terms-of-Reference-2019.pdf . Please see bulletin board for more details.
Feb 11Feb 12Feb 17
Feb 20Feb 21Feb 23Feb 23
Feb 23
Feb 24Mar 9
Mar 23
May 4
Monday February 11World Day of the SickParish Office Closed10:00am CWL General Meeting - CommunityRoom7:30pm K of C General Meeting - Church HallTuesday February 12 9:30am Mass + William (Bill) Fowler7:00pm Christian Rocks Choir Practice - ChurchWednesday February 13 9:30am School Mass + Belinda D’Mello7:00pm Couples for Christ Choir Practice7:30pm K of C Meeting - Church HallThursday February 14 Memorial St. Cyril, Monk, And St. Methodius, Bishop9:30am Mass + Marion Comerford7:00pm Manna Gathering Discussion Group - Community RoomFriday February 159:30am Mass Special Int. The Inkster FamilyAdoration from 10:00am to noon - Come and adore and listen - ChurchSaturday February 169:00am Baptism Prep Class - Community Room1:00pm Social Eco Justice Committee Meeting - Community Room5:00pm Mass + Mario Zoysa6:00pm Youth Group - School GymSunday February 17 Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Timeno Catechism Classes today10:00am Mass 11:15am Sunday Coffee6:00pm Mass + Carmen Sabado
“Friendship the experience of an Encounter”.
Donating Your ‘Treasure’Just a reminder that St. Joseph the Worker offers the following options for your financial contributions to our parish:• pre-numbered collection envelopes• pre-authorized debit (automatically out of your bank account on a monthly basis)• credit card (VISA and M/C) transactions (automatically billed to your credit card on a monthly basis)For more information or to initiate any of these options please contact the parish office.
Youth GroupAn Invitation to all Youth
Grades 6 and upafter Saturday Massin the School Gym
Games, Singing, Fun, Prayer as an Education in the Faith.
Victoria Pastoral Care Training Sessions cont’dAll sessions are 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. No chargeBring a bag lunch. Coffee/Tea will be available
St. Patrick's Parish HallSaturday, March 23rd – Session 2: Listening &
Communications and Mental HealthContact the parish office to register: (250) 592-7391 or
St. Joseph the Worker ParishSaturday, April 6 - Session 3: The Grieving Process and
Ministering to FamiliesSaturday, May 25 - Session 4 Who am I as a Pastoral Care
Visitor?Contact the parish office to register: (250) 479-7413 or
It's (almost) Party Time – Save the Date! We're looking forward to welcoming you on May 4th, 2019, at the fourth annual Bishop's Gala. Prepare to mix and mingle at Our Lady of Fatima Parish hall in Victoria: catch up with friends, browse the silent auction, and prepare to bid on some exciting new live auction items—all in support of West Coast Missions. Mark your calendars now: tickets will be available on line beginning March 15th. We can't wait to see you there!
Pastor Fr. Alfredo MonacelliAdmin Assistant/Secretary/Bookkeeper Jennifer Smith/Sandi Duncan/Pat O’Brien - Office hours 8:30 am-3:30 pm Tues-Fri Custodian Ralph Scheurle (250) 727-6010Responsible Ministry Coordinator Ann Glas email: email: [email protected] Server Training/Coordinator Jeanine Woodman email: [email protected] Kara Kirkpatrick email: [email protected] Community Charlie Allen (778) 433-5772 email: (2nd & 4th Saturdays)[email protected]’s Liturgy of the Word Martin Poulin (250) 744-3288 email: [email protected]’s Religious Education Reine Mykyte, Beth Geras and Lily Blair email: [email protected] and Peace Sister Marina Smith SSA email: [email protected] Ministry Contact Jenny Di Castri (250) 893-5441SJTW Pastoral Care Outreach Ministry Denise Kyfiuk email: [email protected] of Christian Initiation(RCIA) Fred and Doreen Keizer (250) 380-0158Youth Group - Grades 6 to 12 Claudia and Oscar Hinojosa email: [email protected]. Joseph’s School Pre School-Grade 7. Call school office (250) 479-1232 for more infoCatholic Women’s League(CWL) President: Barbara Strong (250) 881-8612 email: [email protected] of Columbus Gerry Poitras (250-) 812-7611 email: [email protected]. Vincent de Paul Robert Strong (778) 350-0676 email: (3rd Tuesday of month)[email protected] and Maintenance Committee Ralph Scheurle (250) 727-6010 email: [email protected]/Hospitality Committee Barbara Strong (250) 881-8612 email: [email protected] Committee Chair Mel Evangelista email: [email protected] Schedule Coordinator Linda Chatton email: [email protected] Training Coordinator Moira King email: [email protected] Committee Shannon Hryhoryshen (778) 433-4365Masithuthukisane/SJTW (2015-2020) Project Moira King email: [email protected] and Ecological Justice Committee Sr. Marina Smith email: [email protected] Pastoral Council Mylinh Trinh, Claudia Garcia, Brian Fox, Carmelle Whiteley, George Flint, Ian Mykyte
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