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15 February
2015
SIXTH SUNDAY IN
ORDINARY TIME
In the first reading, we hear about the Mosaic Law concerning leprosy. This reading
provides the background for our Gospel in which Jesus heals a leper who comes to him
for help. Saint Paul exhorts us to be imitators of Christ, leading others to him by our
actions. If you wish, you can make me clean, is what the leper told Jesus. Jesus did wish
it, and he wishes the same for all of us.
Our Parish Mission Statement
We, the members of the Pro-Cathedral
of the Assumption community, believe that we have
been called through Baptism to live the Good News of
Jesus Christ under the patronage of Mary, our Mother.
We accomplish this by proclaiming the Word,
celebrating the Sacraments,
and reaching out to others.
PASTOR
Most Rev. Jean-Louis Plouffe, D.D.
Bishop of Sault Ste. Marie
RECTOR
Msgr. Dave Tramontini
ASSISTANT
Rev. Rex Lumine
IN RESIDENCE
Msgr. Normand Clement Chaplain, Nipissing-Parry Sound District Schools
Marriage:
Please pick up a Marriage
Information Booklet in the Church Vestibule to
review prior to contacting the parish office.
Anointing the Sick: Please call the parish
office for information.
Reconciliation: Every Saturday from 3:00 until 3:45 PM.
Eucharist: Please see mass schedule published in this
bulletin. Call the parish office to arrange for a Eucharistic
Minister to visit the sick and shut-in who are unable to
attend Mass.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: On the First Friday
of each month from 10:00 AM until 12:00 noon.
Baptism: Please pick up a Baptism Information Booklet in
the Church Vestibule to review prior to contacting the parish
office.
Rev. A. Man-Son-Hing Pastor, St. Peter the Apostle & St. Elizabeth Temagami
PERMANENT MINISTERS
Deacons
Diocesan Order of Women
Rev.
Rev.
Rev.
Rev.
Rev.
Mrs.
Mrs.
Miss
Mrs.
Mr. Albert Falconi
Mr. Donald Milligan
Mr. Donald Shago
Mr. Rick Hamelin
Mr. Gary Westenenk
Shirley Falconi
Norma Milligan
Ruth Godon
Frances-Clare Fraboni
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
16 ~ 22 February
Monday
Genesis 4. 1-15, 25; Mark 8. 11-13
Tuesday
Genesis 6. 5-8; 7. 1-5, 10; Mark 8. 14-21
Wednesday
Joel 2. 12-18; 2 Corinthians 5. 20—6.2;
Matthew 6. 1-6, 16-18
Thursday
Deuteronomy 30. 15-20; Luke 9. 22-25
Friday
Isaiah 58. 1-9a; Mt. 9. 14-15
Saturday
Isaiah 58. 9b-14; Luke 5. 27-32
Sunday
Genesis 9. 8-15; 1 Peter 3. 18-22;
CONTACT US
TELEPHONE: (705) 472-3970
FACSIMILE:
(705) 494-8222
EMAIL: [email protected]
Our faith community dates back to 1886 when we were
originally located on Main Street West and called St. Mary’s
of the Lake and the cornerstone of the existing Cathedral was
laid in 1904. The history of our parish is recorded in the
memories of thousands of people who built our community.
Mark 1. 12-15
Monday
Tuesday-Friday
OFFICE CLOSED - FAMILY DAY
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
~ NEW DIOCESAN POLICY ~
Calling all Youth in
Grade 7-8 & Older!
MASS STIPENDS
The youth of the parish are presenting
the reenactment of the Passion on Good Friday, April 3
at the 10:30 AM service. If you are interested in helping
with our presentation - give Georgie MacIntyre a call
as soon as possible at 497-9044. We need you to
help make this a beautiful and meaningful service.
At this time we are looking for a commitment—
once we hear from you we will plan rehearsals.
Sunday Offering ~ 08 February
Sunday Offering
Building Fund
$5,227.88
$602.00
Rite of Calling Candidate
to Lenten Renewal
The rite of calling Candidates to Lenten
Renewal takes place at the 11:00 A.M. Mass, this
weekend.
This rite acknowledges the seriousness with
which our candidate, who is preparing to
complete her initiation, by the sacraments of
Confirmation and the Eucharist, begins the
Lenten season.
With the entire community of the faithful, she
is invited to use this holy season in preparation
for the renewal of her baptismal promises at
Easter.
“Father, Creator of the universe, You have made
us in Your Image and Likeness, and have given us
new birth in the waters of baptism.
A recent directive has been received from the Diocesan
Office indicating that Mass Stipends are increased to
$15/Mass effective February 2, 2015. All masses
after that date are increased from $10 to the new
stipend of $15 per mass.
Mass stipends will now receive a tax receipt. If you would
like an income tax receipt for your mass stipends, please
ensure that your name and address are written on your
envelope requesting the mass.
Monday, 16 February - Weekday in Ordinary Time
COMMUNION SERVICE
Tuesday, 17 February - Weekday in Ordinary Time
Grace Boudreau - Sue and Aurel Boudreau and Family
Dr. Andre Rivet - Bonnie Parslow
Andrew Manary - Mary Lynn and Dale Hall
Intention of Lise Helie - Cecile Robert
Andrew Burt - Jeff and Hillary Borden and Family
Wednesday, 18 February - ASH WEDNESDAY
** NO Devotion to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Today
9:30 AM
Ash Wednesday Celebration with our Parish Schools
12:05 PM
Solemn Celebration for Ash Wednesday
5:00 PM
Solemn Celebration for Ash Wednesday
Thursday, 19 February - Weekday in Lent
In Thanksgiving to the Blessed Virgin Mary - Lucille and Arthur Schiavo
Barbara Peterson - Joe and Louise Defonzo
Geraldine Coffey - Rose Moher
Intention of the MacDonald Family - Pat MacIntyre and Family
In Thanksgiving - Lorraine Guillemette
Friday, 20 February - Weekday in Lent
Jean Bogue - The Family
Alexander-Murray Pace - Angela Pace
Michel Larmand - Lise and Roger Hudebine
Yvette Donig - Pauline Warter
Dr. Andre Rivet - Brenda Lecours-Bowker
4:00 PM Saturday, 21 February - First Sunday of Lent
Look with love on this candidate, Alexandra Smith
and lead her with all your people to imitate Christ
in His suffering and rejoice once again in His
Resurrection.
Edison “Ted” Green - The Bennison Family
Sr. Mary Comerford (Sheehan) - Bonnie Parslow
John Osburn - Pro-Cathedral Choir Members
Vivian Rose Malouin - Gerald and Maria Ermel
Rev. Mr. Jerry McIsaac - Helen and Family
We ask this through Christ, Our Lord. Amen”
Sunday, 22 February - First Sunday of Lent
9:00 AM
Pope Francis February 2015 Prayer Intention
FOR PRISONERS
That prisoners, especially the young,
may be able to rebuild lives of dignity.
Michele Severino - Nicola and Michelina Candeloro & Family
Kevin Eaton - Sharlene Waugh and Andre Dupuis
Simon Boulanger - The Family
Domenico Fruci - Tina Stuart
Intentions of the Donors and those Remembered
in the Pro-Cathedral Memorial Fund
11:00 AM Intention of the Parishioners - Msgr. Dave Tramontini
USHERS NEEDED
There are many important lay ministries in our Church,
one being the Ministry of Ushering. It’s a wonderful way
to give back. It’s social, rewarding and easy, both
physically and mentally.
Each Mass has a Group Leader responsible who is
responsible for preparation before the Mass and it takes
eight ushers to properly conduct the Mass. The following
is what is expected of the ushers:
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Arrive at Mass 30 minutes early
Smile and be welcoming
Hand out hymn sheets
Pick up hymn sheets from pews
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Run the elevator
Take collection
Usher during Communion
Hand out Bulletins
When we all work together, we are
finished our duties about ten minutes after
Mass ends.
The 4:00 o’clock Mass needs your help.
As life happens, ushers leave. They have to
be replaced. We find ourselves at that point.
If you think this is something you might enjoy doing but
aren’t sure, we invite you to have a “trial” run with no
obligation. Any help would be appreciated.
Please consider joining us. All Ages Welcome!
Call the parish office if you are interested.
Blessed white candles are available ½
hour before and ½ hour after all
masses on the weekend and weekdays.
You may enter the Sacristy and ask
our Sacristan for your vigil candle.
It will be lit and at that time you may
place your candle on the stand.
An offering of
$5 per candle is suggested to help defray costs.
NEW PARISHIONERS
Please complete a Parish
Registration Form found in the pamphlet
holder at the entrance to the Cathedral so we
can get to know you better. Thank you!
GOOD SHEPHERD CORNER
One Flock, One Shepherd
 Little children live their relationship with
God in a very different way than adults.
 They have a natural hunger and natural
ability to enjoy their relationship with God.
 Children from 3 years to 6 years of age are especially
sensitive to new experiences and learning about their
world - it is a time of wonder for children and a time
to nurture their spirituality!
And Abstinence. We may give up meat
or other desirable foods on Fridays during
Lent, and especially on Ash Wednesday and Good
Friday, the day of Christ’s saving death on the cross.
Our abstinence for Catholics 14 years and older (as long as
there are no health issues) is another way of sharing in
Christ’s work of saving the world. We may also substitute
other good actions for abstinence. These could include
special acts of charity (visiting the sick or aged, helping
those in any need, contributing to a work of charity) or other
acts of piety (taking part in a service of worship with others,
praying with our family, spending some extra time in
personal prayer, especially with the scriptures.
IT’S NOT TOO LATE!
Arise Together in Christ Season IV begins the week of
February 15th and provides an opportunity for
parishioners to participate in small faith-sharing
communities.
If you have not yet signed up and wish to be part of
Season IV of ARISE—call the parish office on MONDAY!
We have groups meeting on …..
Monday Morning and Evening
Tuesday Afternoon and Evening
Wednesday Morning, Afternoon and Evening
(With one of the Wednesday Afternoon groups in Corbeil)
Thursday Afternoon and Evening
Sunday Afternoon
THE CALLING:
 Something as simple as each child being called into
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the Atrium by name brings much joy and excitement
to the children.
It is really quite wonderful to watch the children
sitting, waiting with anticipation, to hear their name
softly called for them to come forward.
It is hard to believe that being called by their own
name means so much, yet somehow it lets them know
- They are important! They are included! They are
wanted!
God calls them by name. God chooses them!
It is a relationship that warms their heart. Peaceful
and serene – God’s face is not the face of a judge but
that of the Good Shepherd!
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is open to all
North Bay parishioners aged 3 – 6 (Level 1)
The atrium is located in the Lower Sacristy at The
Pro-Cathedral of the Assumption.
Saturday mornings 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
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For more information call: Erin Tayler
476-8509 or www.procathedral.diocessessm
All
weekdays
in Lent are
days of
special
Don’t miss out on our wonderful,
delicious, Pancake Supper on the
Eve of Ash Wednesday!
Come out for sausages, pancakes,
coffee, tea and juice.
Bring the whole family!
penance.
From 5:00 to 7:00 pm
(General Seating)
$6.00
Adults
$4.00
Children Under 12
We are
obliged to join the Church
around the world in fast
and abstinence on Ash
$20.00 Family
Wednesday and on Good
Friday.
NO ADVANCE TICKET SALES ~ TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR
On Good Friday and Holy
Saturday we keep the
solemn Paschal fast.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
ATTENTION PARISHIONERS
You must display a disability permit in your
vehicle window to park in the accessible
parking areas. ALSO, please do not park in
any area marked “NO PARKING” - you will
be ticketed by the City Parking Authority.
Fridays During Lent
Will be held at 5:00 PM
Good Friday ~ April 3
Stations of the Cross
Will be held at 7:00 PM
On Ash Wednesday, Development and Peace will launch its annual Share Lent
Campaign with the theme “Sow much love … to give.” What can you do this
year to support Share Lent and its mission to help our poorest brothers and sisters?
Join us after Stations of the Cross on Friday, March 27 at our Hunger Meal
as a sign of solidarity and partnership.
MARCH 27: Stations at 5:00 PM, followed by the Hunger Meal at 5:30 PM.
K N I G H T S O F C O L U M B U S N O R T H B AY C O U N C I L
ONE CHANCE TO WIN $1,000
EVERY WEEK FOR A FULL YEAR
Beginning May 7, 2015
TICKETS AVAILABLE
By Calling
Treasurer, Mike Joly at 495-1792
Licence No. 7069
Lent 2015: Time is Running Out
Rarely does a day go by without the media reporting on heinous acts or horrifying crimes, perpetrated at
times even in the name of God, toward people for their faith, their ethnic group or simply for no reason. The
violence we witness today is quite disturbing. Human instinct is to track down the culprits and to investigate
their motives. Christ responded to violence in His Passion with forgiveness. His way of life was an ongoing
reminder that God is Love. All too often we forget this. However, the tragedy of our time calls for a return to active faith.
Lent is the favourable time to refocus our life on God and rediscover the courage of our convictions. “Keeping Lent”
is to want to change . . . We are given forty days to work at making this change by acknowledging our spiritual
malaise. We only need to be humble enough to scrutinize our relationship with God and with others, and evaluate our inner
thoughts and feelings.
Above all, our spiritual well being lies within the quality of our relationship with God. He must be the main reference for
who we are and what we do. During this Lenten Season, God invites us to a personal encounter with Him in silent prayer or
meditation inspired by His Word. More frequent participation in the Eucharist will also refresh our memory of what Christ
has done for us and will provide us with nourishment to sustain us as we walk toward Him. If we dare to honestly evaluate
our relationship with the Lord, our connection with Him will become more personal, our relationships with others will be
transformed, the vulnerable will be able to count on our undivided attention and the destitute will benefit from our greater
generosity. The light of the Risen One will allow us to acknowledge the most secretive thoughts held in our hearts, since it
is from the heart that bad intentions ... and misconduct comes from (Matthew 15, 19). May we welcome Christ’s
reconciling grace into our hearts, and share that grace with others.
Let us not hesitate to make this Lent 2015 a turning point in our lives. Let us begin now! Time is running out says
the Apostle Paul. When we are young, time seems to last forever. As we grow older, time flies and we never seem to
have enough of it. The countdown is on! The days are the passing of a shadow, says the Book of Wisdom. We are only
passers-by, our eyes set on another life, Eternity.
As we begin Lent, let us remember that time is running out. Let us take advantage of these forty days of prayer, fasting
and penance to rediscover the simplicity of the heart of a child and the seasoned courage of an adult to deepen our faith.
Let us open our hearts to joy, to our interior life, to God and to others. Happy Lenten Season 2015!
Fraternally yours in Christ
† Jean-Louis Plouffe
Bishop of Sault Ste. Marie
February 11, 2015
Bishop’s Office
Going into or Have a Sick
Family Member in Hospital?
Did you know that you can attend mass at
the Hospital during your stay?
Mass is celebrated every Wednesday at
3:00 PM by a parish priest at the North Bay General
Spiritual Centre (West Wing).
And ... Eucharist is
distributed Wednesday, Friday and Sunday by Ministers of
Holy Communion. Just let pastoral care know your family
member would like to be added to the list for visitation.
Regional News is Posted
in the Church Display Case
Our next Food Bank Sunday
Collection will be held next
weekend. Please be generous in
helping with our collection of
non-perishable food items for our
neighbours in need!
Suggestions: pasta, rice, cereal, juice, instant milk,
sugar, peanut butter, jam, crackers, tea, coffee, items for
school lunches and canned: vegetables, fruit, meat, fish,
sauces, soups, pastas/noodles, and stews.
North Bay Roman Catholic Charities, is supported only
through the generosity of donations and volunteer workers.
Clients from the entire North Bay region are served.
Birthright – a free confidential service has been
operating in North Bay since 1977 as an
alternative service to
abortion. At this time we
need help to house and board these mothers
through some months of their pregnancy at no cost
to them. The government now only helps finance
from the 7th month on when they are placed in
maternity homes (which are all out of town).
Many abortions are performed because this housing
service Is not available. Can you help?
For information please call Birthright at 474-2999
and leave your name and telephone number.
Please pray that hearts will be opened to this loving
service.
REGIONAL NEWS
“Breaking News" Fr. Jesus Alberto Franco will be visiting our
diocese on behalf of a Development & Peace partner in
Columbia in early March.
Watch the bulletin for further
information in the weeks ahead."
World Day of Prayer hosted this year by Emmanuel United
Church, 395 Lakeshore Drive. Friday, March 6 at 2:00 PM.
Worship service has been written by the women of the Bahamas
– each person attending receives a booklet to follow the
service. Refreshments and time for fellowship follows service.
Everyone Welcome!
Knights of Columbus Council 12106 Soup and Sandwich
Card Party Holy Name Parish Hall, February 23 $6.00 per
person. Lunch at 12:00 noon with cards to follow until 4:00 PM.
Door prizes - Card players, bring your own cards and try to make
up tables of four. For ticket information or reserving a table
contact Don Brown at 472-6429. Lunch at noon $6.00
The Promises of Fatima: Come pray the Rosary with a group of
dedicated people who form a Fr. Gobbi Cenacle honouring our
Blessed Virgin Mary. Wednesday mornings at 9:30 AM at
St. Peter’s Parish followed by Mass.
North Bay Regional Eucharistic Adoration:
Holy Name
Church, Mon-Wed-Fri (Noon – 6 PM), Tuesday (Noon - 9 PM),
Thursday (Noon - 5 PM). Come and visit Jesus in this Sacrament
of love. To make a commitment call Lena Butler, 497-3434
Marriage Preparation Program Weekends: 2015 March 6-7,
May 1-2, October 23-24. Couples should register early by calling
472-5821. Series limited to 18 couples – register early! Material
cost $40/couple payable at time of registration.
Devotion to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Wednesday at
11:55 AM at Pro-Cathedral of the Assumption prior to the
12:05 PM mass.
Open Adoration: St. Alphonsus in Callander every Friday
8:30 AM to 12:00 Noon. First Friday 8:30 AM to 8:30 AM (24Hrs).
St. Joseph’s Motherhouse first Sunday of the month from
3:30-4:30 PM in Holy Family Chapel and Pro-Cathedral First
Friday 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
Lenten Mission/Retreat: St. Joseph’s Church, Powassan, will
host a Lenten Mission from Saturday, March 7 to Wednesday,
March 11. Retreat master is Father Emmanuel Okpataku, from
the order of the Sons of Mary Mother of Mercy and Pastor of
St. John the Evangelist in Kirkfield, Ontario. Mission theme is
“The Missionary Mandate of Christ in the Light of the New Evangelization”. Everyone is welcome. Freewill offerings to cover the
cost of the retreat will be taken. For retreat mass schedule and
details - please see flyer in church or call Laurie 705-724-2118.
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd National Level 1 Course –
Part A: A formation experience for adults to work with 3-6 year
old children. Monday July 13 to Saturday, July 18 at Holy
Redeemer Catholic Church in Kanata, Ontario. Call Dale at 613225-0988 or email [email protected] for more information.
THE EDGE Youth Group for Grades 5, 6, 7 and 8's 6:450-8:30
pm on Monday evenings in the downstairs hall of St. Joseph’s
Catholic Church, Powassan. Explore issues of our faith through
live music, drama, small group discussions, guest speakers,
games, scripture, crafts etc. Double bonus: snacks and prizes!
No need to pre-register. Call Pauline at 724-5964 or Jeannine at
724-3424 for information. Let us know if you need transportation
Springtime of the Spirit Regional Prayer Group at Holy Name
of Jesus Parish Wednesdays at 6:30 PM. Recitation of the rosary,
praise and worship, meditative prayer, sharing and fellowship.
CLAY- (Catholic Live Attitude Yes!) A Youth Program for JK to
Grade 5, Thursday evenings 6:30-8:00pm at St. Gregory’s School
Gym, back entrance. Come out and join us for games, crafts and
faith teachings in a fun filled and positive environment. For more
information please contact Laurie Dobbs at 705-724-1277 or Jessica Sheppard at [email protected].
Villa Loyola Retreat Centre presents Lenten Taizé Retreat
“Lent Moving To Easter” focusing on prayer services using
short and simple sung refrains such is "Jesus Remember Me".
The refrains are very easy to learn and through repetition they
become prayerful and mantra like. The services are punctuated
with readings and silence. There will be a few brief inputs on the
theme of Lent moving to Easter as well as optional sharing
groups. No musical training is required. Friday March 13 (7pm) to
Sunday March 14 (1pm) with Director Fr. Erik Oland, S.J. Cost:
$220.00 live-in/$140.00 commute. Register by calling 705-5223502 ext, 0 Monday to Friday or by email at [email protected]
Knights of Columbus Meetings
Fr. Michael Cundari Council, 12030 at Holy Name Church:
General Meeting fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:30 PM
Contact: Joe Sinicrope at 497-0604
Corpus Christi Knights of Columbus Council 12106 now meet
second Tuesday of each month with regular and executive meetings held the same day at the Canadian Forces Base Church
(Queen of Peace). Contact: Don Brown 472-6429
Corpus Christi Knights of Columbus Council 12106 collect
pop cans for charity work in North Bay. Please drop off you cans
at Holy Name Church beside the Garage.
Knights of Columbus Council #1007 General Meeting first
Wednesday of each month at 7:00 PM at St. Peter’s Church in the
Church Hall, rosary at 6:30 PM. Refreshments served. Executive
Meeting last Wednesday of each month at 7:00 PM at St. Peter’s
Church in the Church Hall. New or transferring members can
contact Mike Maunsell at 491-0006 or [email protected]
St. Joseph’s Motherhouse 2015 Programming
Lenten Retreat Day Saturday, February 21 from 9:00 AM to 3:30
PM with facilitator, Sr. Pat Carter, csj. Suggested offering $30,
includes lunch.
Spring Renewal – a number of mini workshops to rejuvenate
your body, mind and spirit. March 1 from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Offering: $75 includes lunch and dinner. Register by February 15.
Taize Prayer third Thursday from January to June in the Holy
Family Chapel from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. Song, scripture, and silence
to mediate and pray for openness to God’s presence in our lives.
Contemplative Afternoon of Art Prayer third Sunday of months
January to April in the McColgan Room from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. All
art supplies provided. An opportunity to silently engage in a
simple art experience while growing in deeper contemplation.
Offering $25. Facilitators. Sister Sharon Miller and Team.
For more information or to register for any programs, call Sister
O’Connor at 474-3800, ext. 213 or email [email protected]