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MARY QUEEN OF THE WORLD PARISH
775 Topsail Road, P. O. Box 370, Mount Pearl, NL A1N 2C4
Phone: (709)368-5371 Fax: (709)368-5181 Food Bank: (709)364 -7140
Web page: www.mqwp.org E-mail address: [email protected] Facebook Page: Mary Queen of the World Parish
Archdiocese of St. John’s: www.rcsj.org
Office Hours: Monday to Friday - 9 - 12 Noon & 1 – 4pm.
“A STEWARDSHIP PARISH”
“MISSION STATEMENT”
Our Parish Community is dedicated to: *Living the Word
Secretaries: Cathy Skinner & Cheryl Byrne
Catechetics: Cheryl Byrne
Housekeeper: Mary Browne
Maintenance: Neil McLeod
*Universally Sharing the Word *And Welcoming All in the Spirit of the Gospel
PASTOR: Father Patrick J. Power
Finance Chair: Matthew Aylward
Parish Council Chair: Jim Mallard
Liturgy Chair: Shirley Hibbs
Stewardship Chair: Dianne Gulliver
Catholic Women’s League: President: Maureen Kielly
Knights of Columbus: Grand Knight: Michael Hussey
K of C, Ladies Auxiliary: Sandra Milmore
St. Vincent de Paul: President: Robert Lovett
MARY QUEEN OF THE WORLD: FUNDRAISER SUMMER CRAFTS AND ARTS FAIR RENT A TABLE FOR
ONLY $30 IN BASEMENT OF CHURCH- - SATURDAY,JUNE13th 10AM -3PM MORE INFO CALL 368-5371 EMAIL [email protected] Book your table soon cut off date May29/15
SAVE THE DATE
Mary Queen of the World will be hosting the Fundraiser Summer Crafts and Arts Fair June 13th 10am-3pm $ 5 admission with a lunch of
soup (beef, pea, turkey )and roll , coffee and tea 11:30-1:30 all welcome please come and enjoy the great talents of our community, all
kinds of goodie tables , tickets and prizes bring all your family and friends .
ARCHBISHOP’S DINNER AND AUCTION – MAY 27TH SUPPORT COMMUNITY
OUTREACH WITH ARCHBISHOP MARTIN CURRIE
When: Wednesday,May 27th,2015
Where: Holiday Inn, Portugal Cove Road
Cost: $200 per person (tax receipt$140)
Time: 6:00pmchampagne Reception-Dinner 7:00pm
RESERVE YOUR TICKETS NOW!
For more info , contact MaryLou Sweetapple: [email protected] or call 726-3660
Items now being sought for silent auction!
To donate contact: Ann Marie Curran: [email protected] or call 726-3660
PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE
Through Archdiocesan Outreach Programs and Services
“Deepen our faith and strengthen our Archdiocesan family as we continue to walk together in faith. We pray to the Lord”
Congratulations! To one of our very own parishioners and a member of our church choir Jenny Mallard who is the winner
of the TD Music Moves Me Program. Jenny is invited to the ECMA Awards Gala plus $1000 dollars will go to O’Donnell
Senior High School ‘s music program . God Bless you Jenny on your musical journey.
FELLOWSHIP OF THE LEAST COIN by the Women’s Inter-Church Council of Canada. Wed., April 15, 7:30pm at
First United Church, Park Ave. Worship Service of Prayer and Reconciliation. Various Church Groups will minister with
song. Come & share your least coin with the impoverished & marginalized overseas
DID YOU KNOW? We had 435 hits on our web page last week. Like us on FACEBOOK 573 people reached through our page.
DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY
DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY
APRIL 11/12, 2015
MASS INTENTIONS
APRIL14-19, 2015
Tues (14) 7pm ( Spec. Int. C. H. K.)/ Charles Edwards/
Pearl Walsh
Wed (15) 7pm Patrick & Theresa Flynn/ Lorraine Buck/
Mary Kennedy
Thurs. (16) 9:30am Gus McCarthy/ Sarah Barron/ Pauline Greene
“HOLY HOUR”
7-8pm
Fri (17) 9:30am
Leo Mullaly/Richard Careen/William Hynes
Sat (18) 5pm Spec. Int. Loretta Light / Dolf O’Neil/ Spec.Int.
Kevin Farrell
Sun (19) 9am Carmel O’Hara/James Hackett/Elizabeth McDaniel
Sun. (19) 11am
FOR ALL PARISHIONERS
Sun. (19) 7pm Mary & Victor Fitzpatrick / Bernard &Rose Slaney
Bill Collins /Cliff Skinner sr.
STEWARDSHIP OF TIME AND TALENT
FOR: APRIL 18/19“LITURGICAL MINISTRIES”
LECTORS
USHER
Sat.5pm
Sun.9am
Sun.11am
Sun. 7pm
J.Ryan / E.Lundrigan
C.Fagan / N.Tremblett
L.Lewis/ D.Ryan
B .Layman/ D. Nowak
GIFTS
Sat.5pm P. Oliver/ M.Ryan
Sun.9am M.Browne
Sun.11am G. & M O’Brien
Sun. 7pm K. & N. Jones
M. Reid
G.Pickett
J.Chafe
S.Best
GREETER
M. Greene
D. Browne
Chafe Family
S. Hibbs
EUCHARIST MINISTERS
Sat. 5pm E.Baird, M.Hepditch, R.Evans, S.,Dooley
Sun.9am H.Ryan, J.Cashin, Sr.Kieran, J.Mallard
Sun.11am M.Dewling, M.O’Driscoll, L.Heffernan,J.Chafe
Sun. 7pm A.Kenney, H.Lane, R.Antle, M.Kennell
CHILDREN’S LITURGY
Margo Edison
APRIL 11/12, 2015
EUCHARISTIC STEWARDSHIP: Stewardship meeting:
Meetings are 1st Wed. of the month. Next meeting May 6, 2015 at
7:30pm. All parishioners invited. More info on Catholic Stewardship
visit www.catholicstewardship.org.
A PRAYER FOR STEWARDSHIP
Lord God, You alone created this world and all that is good in it. You
allowed us our freedom, and entrusted us with great responsibility. All
of what we are, all of our concerns, and the unique ability we each have
to help those around us come to you. We ask that you bless us as we
strive to transform the earth through, love, word, and deed. Send the
Holy Spirit to work in our hearts and lives, guide our service and grant
us a spirit of purpose and joy. We pray with grateful hearts in Jesus’
name.
PARISH COUNCIL: Meetings 2nd Wed of each month. If you
cannot attend notify the Chair or Parish Office. Next meeting – May13.
MARRIAGE **6 months’ notice required**
PREPARATION PROGRAM - Must be completed before wedding
takes place. Program takes place at the Family Life Bureau,
Bonaventure Ave. Register at least 6 months in advance of your
wedding. Call Jocelyn 726-3660 to register.
PRE-BAPTISM COURSE: Before Baptism can be arranged, parents
and Godparents must attend Pre-Baptism Preparation Course
which takes place once a month. A copy of Birth Certificate is
required before the Baptism date. You must call the Parish Office at
368-5371 to register for Course.
NEXT BAPTISM COURSE April 7, 2015, 7:30pm
Next Baptisms: April 25, 2015, 5pm
Call the Office AFTER Course complete to schedule Baptism Date.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Fr. John B. Kent Council.
Grand Knight Michael Hussey Call 781-6638
CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE: Meetings are the 1st Sun of
month at 2 pm. in church basement. Members encouraged to attend
Next meeting April 12, 2015
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL: Thank-you for your continued support.
Your kind generosity is appreciated.
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NEXT MEETING: April 16, 1:30pm. Meetings 3 Thurs. of month.
DO NOT DROP ITEMS OFF WITHOUT CALLING 364 -7140
LITURGY COMMITTEE MEETING: Next meeting April 14,
6pm Meetings 3rd Tues of the month.
RC. CURSILLO MOVEMENT Ultreyas at St. Patrick’s meeting
room at 10:15 Saturday mornings
STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE: In sharing, the community is
also blessed. Thank you for your offering to your Parish last weekend:
Sun Collection $4240 Good Friday coll. $2215, Dev. & Peace - $350,
St. Vincent de Paul – $, Lenten Folders$621.50,EasterOffering$2752
CENTRE FOR LIFE: Divine Mercy Sunday April 12th –There will be
prayer services at St. Francis of Assisi –Outer Cove 1pm and the
Basilica 3pm . There will be Exposition and Benediction
ADMISSIONS TO HOSPITAL Upon admission to hospital inform
the admitting staff of your Denomination so you will receive a visit
from the R C Chaplain during your stay.
HOME CATECHESIS PROGRAM
Requirements for Registration
Level 1 must be completed before Level II which is the preparation for
First Communion and Confirmation. Level 2 must be completed before
Level 3. Children must be 6 before Dec. 31, 2014 to register for Level
1, 2 and 3. Baptism Certificate required.
“Check Weekly Bulletin for Notices”
NEXT MEETING - *** IMPORTANT NOTICE***
Year 2: Confirmation & First Eucharist meeting on Sunday
April 19 at 9:00am is for Parents & Children.
Year 1; Meeting children only- 9:00am –10:45 on Sunday April 19
Any inquiries call Cheryl 368-5371 or [email protected].
Let us not forget: “To walk in the footsteps of Jesus we have to
keep our eyes and our hearts wide open.”
YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT ACTIVITIES Interested in getting
involved with other Catholic youth or young adults? Visit the
Archdiocesan website www.rcsj.org for upcoming.
FOR THOSE PREPARING FOR SURGERY HAVING
PROCEDURES OR HOSPITAL STAYS: Sacrament of the sick, St.
Teresa’s Parish Wed. 7pm for family and friends to join with the sick or
afflicted in support, prayer and solidarity.
VOCATIONS: Divine Mercy Sunday: “Peace be with you. As the
Father has sent me , so I will send you.” Will you respond to God’s call
to be sent as priest, sister or brother who proclaims the truth and peace
of Jesus Christ? Call Fr. Ken Walsh 432-2865, Fr. Steve Courtney
726-3660 or email: [email protected].
FAMILY LIFE BUREAU - Counseling Centre Individual, couple,
family and sexual abuse counseling available upon request. To
register, or for further details about upcoming group offerings visit
www.rcsg.org/content/line-registration-form. Call 579-0168 or email
[email protected]. Begins April 15th - Separation and Divorce.
CATHOLIC YOUTH CLUB for ages 11 and older. Learn about the
Church & have fun doing it. Grades 6 – 9 meet Sundays 6:30-8pm and
Grades 10+ on Monday 6:30-8:30pm at Mary Queen of Peace Church.
For information Sara at: [email protected].
ARCHBISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL COLLECTION – MAY 2/3
& May 9/10 Did you know that there is more than one way to give?
You can take any envelope, include your name, address & envelope
number, if applicable, and:
Make a one time gift;
Make smaller donations over several weeks;
Make smaller donations over several months; or
Make a donation in memory of a loved one.
No matter which way your choose we thank you. Every gift is
appreciated and every gift is important.
K of C SCHOLARSHIP available to members, sons and daughters of
members and deceased members, for Grade X11. Application deadline
May 1, 2015. See www.kofc.org under Scholarships. Contact Maurice
Lewis, [email protected] or 447-4461.
CENTRE FOR LIFE invites you to read more about euthanasia and
assisted suicide and its impact on the vulnerable in our society by
visiting www.epcc.ca and www.euthanasianewsworld .com. To learn
more about the Centre for Life visit us on line at www.centreforlife.ca.
NEW EVANGELIZATION SUMMIT – APRIL 24/25 Join over
4000 Catholics across North America in a conference on the New
Evangelization with 8 world class speakers. You can connect with
them at Corpus Christi Parish Complex Fri, Apr 24 and Sat. Apr 25,
$50 includes breaks (bring bag lunch). Register
www.newevangelization.com or Anne Walsh 726-3660 or
[email protected].
UPDATING PARISH INFORMATION & PARISH ENVELOPES
Have you moved or added to your family? Are you new to the Parish
or haven’t used envelopes in the past? If you would like to, complete
a Parish Registration Form on the table in the foyer and you will
receive a Tax Receipt at year end for your donations. Envelopes will
be available on the table in foyer the following weekend.
WELCOME NEW IMMIGRANTS: Would you like to be
connected to a multicultural Catholic Association? More info-call
Gerald 770-2978 or if you wish to speak to a multicultural priest call
689-9647.or e-mail [email protected]
BEREAVEMENT & INFORMATION SUPPORT Thursdays, April
9 – May 28, 7-9pm at Canon Wood Hall, 8 Military Rd..
WORLD YOUTH DAY July 18 – Aug 3, 2016, Poland. Ages 18-35
at time of travel. For info contact Sara : [email protected].
Gift of Life Walk Kidney Foundation Mundy Pond June 14 ,1pm
CONCERT :UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH KEVIN
COLLINS: Wed. June 3,2015 7pm St.PatricksParish-tickets $20
available St. Patricks office more info 754-1195
EXPERIENCED PLUMBER AVAILABLE: No Job too small or too big.
CALL PAT AT 368-0673