Blessed Sacrament Parish 194 Fourth Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario K1S 2L6 T: 613 232 4891 F: 613 232 5579 Email: blessed.sacrament@blessedsacrament.ca

Registration for the Sacrament of Confirmation

Registration for children in Grade 6 who wish to receive the

Sacrament of Confirmation, will take place in the Church on

Saturday, November 22 at 10:00am. Please ensure you

bring with you a copy of your child’s baptismal certificate and

$20 for the registration fee. After the registration there will be

a short meeting to discuss the program and expectations of

both parents and children. Please be aware, your child must be

present for registration and information meeting. If you have

questions, please email michael.schreider@ocsb.ca

First Eucharist and Reconciliation Preparation LAST OPPORTUNITY— For any children in grade 2 or

greater who wish to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation

and First Eucharist this school year. We will have a second

and final sign up session on November 23 at 3pm, fol-

lowed by a retreat until 5pm. Parent and Child must attend

and bring $30, a copy of their baptismal cert., and a wallet

sized photo of your child. Email bscsacraments@gmail.com

to confirm you will attend this last registration session.

WEEKDAY LITURGIES SUNDAY EUCHARIST RECONCILIATION

Tuesday & Thursday 6:30p.m. Saturday Mass 4:30p.m. Tuesday 6 - 6:30p.m.

Wednesday & Friday 9:30a.m. Sunday Masses 9:00, 11:00a.m. Saturday 4 - 4:30p.m.

& 8:00p.m. (or by appointment)

PASTORAL STAFF IN RESIDENCE OFFICE HOURS

Fr. Galen Bank, CC, Pastor Fr. Charles Orchard, CC Closed on Monday

Fr. Francis Donnelly, CC, A. Pastor Tuesday - Friday: 9a.m. - 3p.m.

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33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time November 16th, 2014

ANNOUNCED MASS INTENTIONS

Tuesday, November 18, 6:30p.m. The Holy Souls in Purgatory by Luke Wednesday, November 19, 9:30a.m. Our Parish Community Thursday, November 20, 6:30p.m. Repose of the souls of Anna and Giuseppe Padellaro by Tania Friday, November 21, 9:30a.m. - Presentation of Mary Repose of the souls of Bridget and Michael Cousineau by Luke Saturday, November 22, 4:30p.m. - St. Cecilia Intentions & health of Carol-Anne Copeland by Sharon Murphy Sunday, November 23 - The Feast of Christ the King 9:00a.m. Repose of the souls of Alex & Gertrude Johnson by Beryl & Gord Johnson Repose of the soul of Pierre Faucher by the family 11:00a.m. The Holy Souls in Purgatory 8:00p.m. Pro Populo

ST. THERESE PRAYER GROUP: We will continue to pray for the families of Blessed Sacrament all year. Novena intention for November 15 - 24: St. Therese, please pray for married couples of our parish. Please ask God to help them honor one another ac-cording to their wedding vows. Please ask the Lord to bless them all by helping them to realize that marriage means put-ting Him in the center of their relationship.

CHRISTMAS SHOEBOXES: Blessed Sacra-ment members will be packing shoeboxes again this year for needy children for Christ-mas. Boxes can be filled with small items such as school supplies, toys, socks and treats. This is part of "Operation Christmas Child" by Samari-tan's Purse Canada, www.samaritanspurse.ca. If you would like to pack a box full of goodies, please see the display in the main church foyer. The boxes must be returned by Sunday, Nov. 16th. If you have any questions, contact Karen at kareny@magma.ca or Lyne at lyneplorusso@rogers.com.

BAPTISMS: To inquire about booking a baptism at Blessed Sacrament please call Julia Moffat at 613 721 1508 or knowthydog@yahoo.ca.

CISTERCIAN FRUIT CAKES: Delicious gourmet Christmas cakes made by the Cistercian Monks of St.-Jean-de-Matha will be sold after these Masses: Sunday, Nov. 16 at 9 & 11am; Sat-urday, Nov. 22 at 4:30pm; Sunday, Nov. 23 at 8pm. Small cakes are $15, large cakes $22. All proceeds go to Campaign Life Coalition and the Cistercian monks.

ANNUAL MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA: “Behold the Graces I shed upon all those who ask me!” Our Blessed Moth-er Mary said these words to St. Catherine Laboure in 1830 when she gave her the Miraculous Medal. The Mother of God wants to hear your intentions and needs. In addition to your own prayer requests, could you join us in praying for: an end to the culture of death (especially abortion and euthanasia), World Peace, the Election of God-fearing World Leaders in all Countries and the persecuted Christians and the conversion of their Persecutors. The Annual Solemn Novena starts Mon-day, Nov. 17 and ends on Nov. 24.

HEALING MINISTRY: The Sacrament of the Sick will be administered after the 6:30 p.m. Mass on Thursday, November 20 for those whose health is seriously impaired by sickness or old age. The session will include instruction on fruitful reception of healing ministry. Prayer teams will be available afterwards for personal healing pray-er or prayer for other intentions and persons. People have reported some wonderful experiences, remission of cancers, and other healings. Please do inform us of such blessings for the praise of Jesus and our increase of faith.

COFFEE SUNDAY/SEND OFF CELEBRATION: Next Sunday, Nov. 23, please join us downstairs in the church hall after the 9 and 11am Masses for treats, drinks and a chance to chat with other parish families! This is also a send off celebra-tion from our parish to Melissa Monette, our long-time pa-rishioner, youth director and minister, who has recently joined the religious life! Please consider bringing a donation of goodies (ex. baked treats, fruit tray) that you can bring downstairs when you arrive for mass that day to share with others. Your presence most especially, goodies (if you can!) and any helping hands before or after are all very much wel-comed and appreciated. We hope to see you there!

BUSINESS ADVERTISEMENT OPPORTUNITY: Blessed Sac-rament now has space available on the reverse side of the bulletin for local business advertisement! If interested, please contact the parish office for more details.

PARISH FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION Collection on: November 9 - $ 3, 593. 00 Help support our parish through the use of our ‘Pre Authorized Donation’ (PAD) service or by using a boxed set of envelopes. Use of PAD makes donations easier and consistent, benefitting the parishioner and the parish. PAD forms or envelope boxes can be picked up in the foyer of the church. These are our primary source of support for the parish. Please remember Blessed Sacra-ment Parish in your WILL and we remind everyone to include our Parish in the bequeath section of their obituary notice.

WIDOWS AND WIDOWERS GROUP: Come join us and en-joy the fellowship at our 11th annual Christmas party on Thurs. Dec. 11 at 6pm. We will be meeting in the Library here at Blessed Sacrament. It will be a pot luck dinner so bring your choice of food or drink to share. There will also be a Chi-nese gift exchange, please bring a re-gift in a bag. This is a great opportunity to reach out to others. Invite other Widows and Widowers that need our support at this time of the year. Reservations are a must contact Shirley Hamre 613-824 0692 or Thea Boyd 613 521 -2082.

AN EVENING WITH THE CATHOLIC TEACHERS’ GUILD: Bishop Christian Riesbeck, CC, will speak on the topic "Gospel of the Family: Reflections on the Extraordinary Synod on the Family" on Tues., Nov. 18, in the scavi at St. Patrick's Basilica (281 Nepean) following the 4:30 p.m. Mass. Admission: $5 and everyone is welcome. Proceeds go to St. Patrick's Basilica renovation fund. For more info email ctgottawa@gmail.com.

FAMILY CONFERENCE: Dominican University College, 96 Empress Ave. Keynote speakers: “The Complexity of the Mod-ern Family” with Fr. Maxime Allard, O.P. on Thurs., Nov. 20, 7:00 p.m. “What does the Church say about the Family” with Bishop Christian Riesbeck, CC on Fri., Nov. 21, 7:00 p.m. Breakout sessions, Sat., Nov. 22, 10:00 a.m. Mass at 11:45 a.m. presided by Archbishop Prendergast, SJ. Details: (613-233-5696 x306); (www.dominicanu.ca).

ON A MISSION FROM GOD: Our Holy Father, Pope Francis, has said that we can no longer "passively and calmly wait in our church buildings." There is a spiritual battle raging. We need to acquire the tools essential to our mission, to boldly preach the Gospel to all. Catholic Chapter House, a division of Branches Catholic Ministries, will be hosting a special event on Dec. 6, at St. Brigid's Centre for the Arts. On a Mission from God will feature motivating talks from Tim Staples and Patrick Sullivan. Group discounts available. Register online at www.go2branches.com or call 1-888-522-2070.

PILGRAMAGE TO TURKEY: Crossroads of the Early Church (Apr. 27- May 8th, 2015) with Fr. John Vandenak-ker of the Companions of the Cross. Join us for a 12-day springtime journey of faith to this fascinating land, which fea-tured so prominently in the life and mission of the Early Church. To view the Pilgrimage Brochure, simply go online at http://www.companionscross.org/upcoming-events or call Elizabeth or Suzanne at Corporate Travel Service in De-troit 313-565-8888 ext. 150 or 121.

POPE FRANCIS’ PRAYER INTENTIONS :

UNIVERSAL INTENTION for November: That all who suffer loneliness may experience the closeness of God and the support of others.

EVANGELIZATION INTENTION for November: That young seminarians and religious may have wise and well-formed mentors.

PARISH PRAYER LIST: We ask that you remember in your prayers all those in our parish community who are sick and in need of encouragement: Gerald Bethell, Nancy Grover, Tom Rock, Frank Licari, Tom Ray, Kerri Lynn Bulger, Kevin Bank, Rosalee Hanright, Ty-ler Huneault, Paula Scott, Daphne Moffat, Jim Grover, Lynn Ashdown, Joaquin & Olivier Le Gras, Fr. Joseph LeClair, Leighton Beacock, Daniel & Madeline McBride, Mrs. Teresa White, The Fletcher Family, Ethel Morris, June McGuire, Ben Proctor, Mary Christine Spencer, Rick Tracey, Fr. Rory Brady, David Low, Marilyn O’Neill, Anna Gemella, David Kibbee, Marc Le Gras. To add a name to the list please contact the parish office.

WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS! To register as a parishioner please complete the information below and place in the collection basket. NAME:___________________________________________ ADDRESS:________________________________________

POSTAL CODE: ____________ PHONE: _________________ EMAIL ADDRESS: __________________________________ WOULD YOU LIKE OFFERTORY ENVELOPES? YES___ NO___

WOULD YOU LIKE PRE-AUTHORIZED DEBIT? YES___ NO___ (Envelopes and PAD forms are available in the front foyer.)

VOLUNTEER SIGN UP FORM Would you like to participate in a parish activity or ministry? Name:___________________________________ Telephone #:________________________________________ Email Address:_______________________________________ Which Mass do you attend?_____________________________ Which ministry would you like to Volunteer for? ____________ ___________________________________________________

Please put your completed form in the collection basket.