ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH OF ST. PIUS X

Parish Council	Mass Times		Welcome to our Parish
Mike Sehn Peter Cimbaro Victoria Oppertshauser Murray Oppertshauser Janet Barnes Meg Greenwood Sr. Mary Ann Denis Barnes Martin Landry Barrie Stickland Knights of Columbus Andy Sambrielaz Murray Oppertshauser Catholic Women’s League Lorie Samoisette Victoria Oppertshauser CONTACT NUMBERS Parish Office------- 762-2587 Sr. Mary Ann/Religious Ed Centre------- 762-6841 Fax------- 762-2584 Parish Hall------- 762-0260 St. Vincent de Paul----- 762-2577 Healing Prayer Ministry  Joan 763-5854 Project Rachel------- 762-2273 Toll-free -- 1-877-683-CARE Canadian Food for Children ------- 766-2135 Serra Club---- 979-7406 or 215-3933 Catholic Schools Immaculata High------- 762-2730 St. Joseph’s Elementary-63-3371 Our Lady of Lourdes--- 768-9008	Saturday 5 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. & 11 a.m.  Monday 9:45 a.m. at David Lloyd Jones Home		Welcome to all who are visiting with us today.  We are glad you took the time to come and join us in prayer.  God bless you.
	Tues., Wed., Thurs., Friday, & Saturday 9 a.m.
			Appointment Times
			Pastor:  Please call 762-2587 to arrange an appointment.
	Reconciliation
	Saturday from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m. and from 4:15 to 4:45 p.m. or by appointment		For emergencies, call 762-2587 at any hour.
	Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
	Fridays from 8 to 9 a.m.		Parish Registration
	Recitation of the Holy Rosary Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday at 8:30 a.m.		Long-time residents who are not registered are also invited to fill out the form below.
			Please return it in the collection basket.
	Baptism Contact the Pastor at least two months before your date for preparation and instruction.		Name:____________________
			Address:__________________
	Marriage Contact the Pastor at least six months prior to your date for preparation and instruction		_________________________ Postal Code________________ Email:  ____________________
	Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Any adults seeking to be baptized in the Christian Faith or any baptized Christians interested in full communion with the Catholic Church are asked to contact Fr. Bart at 762-2587.		Telephone No:_____________________ Would you like to pick up envelopes next week? Yes   No
	Anointing of the Sick If you are hospitalized, please be sure to identify yourself as a Catholic. Do not hesitate to notify the Pastor of shut-ins or hospitalized parishioners. For emergencies, call 762-2587 at any hour.		Once you pick up your envelopes and the label at the top has your name on it, you will not need to record your name on each envelope; the number identifies you and a tax receipt will be sent to you at the address you registered with.

ST. PIUS X K OF C BREAKFAST:- St. Pius X Knights invite all to attend their Breakfast on Easter Sunday after both Sunday masses.  Plan to treat your family to the best breakfast deal in town.

3^RD ANNUAL PICKEREL FRY AND DANCE:- St. Pius X Knights of Columbus will again host its annual pickerel fry and dance. Saturday, April 25^th in the parish hall. Tickets are $17 each. Dance to live music. This event sold out quickly last year so it is recommended you get your tickets early. Tickets are available from Tony Bestick at 712-0615 or Jim White at 862-5109.  This event is open to all parishioners and guests.

THE KELOWNA RIGHT TO LIFE SOCIETY:- is presenting another instalment of their acclaimed workshop Pro Life 101 on Tuesday, April 21st from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm at 241-1889 Springfield Rd. Pro Life 101 will provide you with a greater knowledge of pro life issues and an improved ability to defend the pro life view. Please RSVP early as seating is limited! Call (250) 862‑8202 for more information.

THE PRO LIFE THRIFT SHOP:- 1159 Sutherland Avenue will be closed until Wednesday April 22^nd for renovations to the building. Thank you so much for your support and we hope to see you back on Wednesday April 22^nd! Call (250) 862‑8202 for more information.

FASHION SHOW:- The Grads of Immaculata will be holding their annual Fashion Show on Friday, April 17^th. The show begins at 7:00 pm in the school gym tickets are $10 each and can be purchased from any grade 12 student or at the school office. Please come out to support the grads.

MUSICIANS & SINGERS:- Our Sunday Masses desperately need people to lead the congregation in song 2 or 3 times a month.  Please consider this important ministry and contact the parish office (762-2587).

CWL BURSARY NEWS:-  2 bursaries are available to the baptized son, daughter or grandchild of a CWL member of St Pius X Council.  The student must be a 2009 graduate of School District #23 or Immaculata High School.  Other criteria apply. Information sheet is available on the bulletin board at the back of the church.  Applications must be submitted by April 15th 2009.  For further information please contact : Lucille Jakubec (250) 763‑4738 or Sharon Schwab (250) 861‑2945.

MOSES IS COMING TO KELOWNA! Moses the Cat, that is. It's a CAT.CHAT Concert! An exciting faith-filled afternoon for Catholic families and kids of all ages. Join us Sun, Apr 19^th at St Pius X Hall.  Concert at 2:30 pm with a FREE DINNER to follow. Get your tickets at St Pius office (M-F, 9-4pm) Early Bird rate - $25/family, $8/Individual (or $35/$10 at the door). Questions? Want to Help? email admin@okanagancatholic.ca or call Michelle at 864-5897.  If you purchase tickets by Mar 31^st, you'll be entered to win one of 20 Cat.Chat CD's!

CWL MEETING:- Tuesday, April 14^th at 7:15 pm in the Fr. Martin room.  Fr. Bart will be presenting a further reflection for the Year of St. Paul.  All parish ladies are welcome to attend.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2009!:- Mark your calendars: July 13-17 at Immaculata High School. Right now we are recruiting adult and youth volunteers to fill 35 roles in the following areas: crafts, fun& games, snack, faith, group guides, skit, photography, mass coordinator, decoration, treasurer, childcare, & computer support.  This year's theme is “The Mass Comes Alive!” grow in our Catholic faith, understand the Catholic Mass and deepen our love for Jesus in the Eucharist!  Please call Michelle @ (250) 864‑5897.

WEEKLY MASS INTENTIONS
MONDAY, DAVID LLOYD JONES HOME 9:45 AM	apr 13
tuesday 9:00 AM	apr 14	CWL
WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM	apr 15	Glen Gallagher †
thursday 9:00 Am	apr 16	Rino Gemin †
friday 9:00 aM	apr 17	Neil Gallagher †
SATURDAY 9:00 aM	apr 18	Eugenia Espinosa †
SATURDAY 5:00 pm		Margaret Bestick †
SUNDAY 9:00 AM	apr 19	THE PARISHIONERS OF ST. PIUS X
SUNDAY 11 AM		Eugenia Espinosa †

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PERPETUAL ADORATION:- To make sure that we do not forget, Jesus gave us the Eucharist as a memorial of His love.  When you look at the crucifix, you understand how much Jesus loved you then; when you look at the Sacred Host, you understand how much Jesus loves you now. (Mother Teresa)  For a scheduled time with Jesus, phone (250) 860-6444.

TRAINING SUMMER SEMINARS 2009:- Western Canadian Association Of Catholic Youth Ministers Saskatoon, SK: July 24 - 30, 2009 Training, support, and resources for youth ministers, teachers, catechists, parish workers and other ministers in Western Canada.  For more information call Odile (403) 995-2201 or email jacinthe@sitescapers.com

CATHOLIC ENGAGED ENCOUNTER WEEKEND:- A Wedding is a Day ... A Marriage is a Lifetime.  A Time for Growth, Life, Love.  Prepare for you lifetime commitment through this Marriage Preparation Course.  Last Kelowna Weekend for 2009 - May 23^rd and 24^th.  Hurry as the May weekend is already 50% full.  www.CEEKelowna.ca or 250-317-8445.

BEREAVEMENT PROGRAM:- A 10 week journey for those grieving the loss of a loved one.  Tuesdays Beginning Apr 21^st ending June 23^rd.  Meet at ICC Charity Hall 1:00 pm ‑ 3:00 pm.  For more information call Kelly at (250) 861‑3363 or Ann at (250) 868-1009.

CBS MOVIE APRIL 19, 9 pm.  THE COURAGEOUS HEART OF IRENA ENDLER.  Based on the true story of a Polish Catholic social worker who was part of the Polish Underground during WW II.  Arrested & brutally tortured for saving 2,500 Jewish children, she was scheduled for execution by the Nazis, but miraculously survived.

PEOPLE OF FAITH:-  Prayer meeting will meet on Wednesdays at 10 am in Charity Hall behind Immaculate Conception Church. Everyone is welcome to join us in prayer of praise, worship, thanksgiving, and intercession.

THE CATHOLIC SPIRITUALITY COURSE:- presented by Fr. Cesar Macariola will resume Thurs. evenings  @ 7 pm.  Apr. 23 will be held @ St. Pius X Parish.  Apr 30 & May 7 @ ICC.  Final session May 14 @  St. Pius X Parish.  Everyone Welcome. 

MASS AT THE HOSPITAL:-  There is a weekly Wednesday Mass in the Kelowna General Hospital Chapel at 3:30 pm.  All patients, staff, volunteers and visitors are welcome.

FREEDOM’S DOOR:- Spring celebration & information dinner Thurs Apr 23^rd at Immaculate Conception Church Hall.  Tickets $15 each or $100 per table of 8 available at Freedom’s Door 1279 Centennial Cres (250) 717-0472 or Loaves & Fishes 591 Lawrence Ave. (250) 868-8933.  Reception at 5:30 pm, Dinner at 6:15 pm.

THE KELOWNA RIGHT TO LIFE SOCIETY:- hosting an all provincial candidates' "values" forum on Apr 25^th in the Theatre Room at Okanagan College on K.L.O. Road, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Candidates from all 3 Kelowna ridings are invited to take part. Dessert & coffee and an opportunity to meet the candidates will be offered beginning at 7:00 pm. Call 250 862-8202 for more information.

DO YOU HAVE A RELATIVE OR FRIEND WHO HAS CANCER?:- Then please come and join us in prayer through the intercession of Saint Peregrine.  We pray every 1st and 3rd Wed of each month at 7:00 pm at St. Charles Garnier Parish.  Contact Betty 250 868-9151, Alice 250 860-3541 or email: heinzk@shaw.ca

MARCH FOR LIFE:- Mark your calendars now for the upcoming March for Life in Victoria on May 14^th! This year marks the 40^th anniversary of the legalization of abortion in Canada.  Marches are being held in several major centres across the country on the 14^th. Please consider being a part of this powerful national statement for Life! Call (250) 862‑8202 for more information.

 

CATHOLIC FAMILIES:- Did you know there is a calendar of city-wide events for Catholic families which is put out monthly by the North Okanagan Deanery Family Life Ministry (NOD flm)?  But you need to get on the email list to receive it: contact admin@okanagancatholic.ca.  (Your address will not be used for any other purpose!)

ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS!  Seton House of Prayer Raffle Tickets are now available. Tickets are $2 each ($20 for a book.) 1^ST Prize $1,000, 2^ND Prize $500, 3^RD Prize $300 and 4^TH Prize $200. Draw will be at the Seton House Fundraiser on June 19. Tickets are available from Donna at Seton House 250-764-4333 or Peg at Immaculate Conception Parish Office 250-762-3910.

WORD OF LIFE:- meets at Immaculate Conception Parish the first Saturday of each month in Charity Hall at 9:45 am. We read one line of scripture and a short commentary by Chiara Lubich foundress of the Focolare Movement. We then share our experiences of attempting to put the gospel into action over the month. All welcome.