ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH OF ST. PIUS X

PRAYER LIST Please pray for:  Mary Beebe, Pat Bestick, Beverly Bishop, Marjorie Chastney, Meghan Clark, Nel Clark, Albert DeGryse, Ross DiMaria, Mike Dubrowski, Marie Duris, Rob Duris, Sharon Fossen, Ken Gallagher, Mary Gregory, Bonnie‑Lee Hansen, Laverne Jaeb, Joseph Kane, Audrey Kroetsch, Gerald Kunz, Paula Kunz, Irene LaFrance, Kaye MacEachern, Stacy MacInnis, George McLellan, Gillian Minchuk, Doreen & David Oberhoffner, Arturo Ortega, Ozanam House, Lindsay Parlane, Tracey Parnell, Helen Pfliger, Gizella Pidek, Liz Rambold, Jessica and Sarah Reiter, Murray Reiter, Anna Rehlinger, Mary Salva, Kim Schade, Katherine Sell, Lainie Senger, Melitta Szulkies, Trudy Szulkies, Francis van Roijen, Bruce Vetter, Lillian Vetter, and Madison Family Merciful Jesus, grant them a healing of mind and body and restore their strength and spirit.  Amen (Please inform us if you wish to remain on our Prayer List.)
PARISH COUNCIL Peter Cimbaro Victoria Oppertshauser Harry Di Marcello Janet Barnes Meg Greenwood Sr. Mary Ann Dennis Barnes Martin Landry Pat Graham 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 Rachel’s Vineyard............................ 762-2273      toll-free ........................... 1-877-683-CARE Canadian Food for Children...... 778-478-2156 Serra Club................... 979-7406 or 215-3933 Catholic Schools Immaculata High............................... 762-2730 St. Joseph’s Elementary.................... 763-3371 Our Lady of Lourdes ....................... 768-9008	Mass Times Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am & 11:00 am  Monday 9:45am at David Lloyd Jones Home Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 9:00 am Reconciliation Saturday after 9:00 am Mass Saturday from 4:15 to 4:45 pm by appointment. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Fridays from 8:00 to 9:00 am Recitation of the Holy Rosary Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday at 8:30 am Baptism Contact the Pastor at least two months before your date for preparation and instruction Marriage Contact the Pastor at least six months prior to your date for preparation and instruction Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Any adults interested in full communion with the Catholic Church are asked to contact Fr. Bart at 762-2587. 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.	Welcome to our Parish Welcome all who are visiting with us today.  We are glad you took the time to come and join us in prayer.  God bless you. &--------------------------------------------- Parish Registration Long-time residents who are not registered are also invited to fill out the form below. Please return it in the collection basket. Name:                                                                 Address:                                                             Postal Code:                                                       Email:                                                                  Telephone No:                                                    Would you like to pick up envelopes next week? Yes   No Once you pick up your envelopes and the label at the top has your name on it, the number identifies you and a tax receipt will be sent to you at the address you registered with. Would you like to have the bulletin emailed to you each week? Yes   No   &---------------------------------------------

 

WEEKLY MASS INTENTIONS
MONDAY, DAVID LLOYD JONES HOME 9:45 AM	oct 5	For Special Needs Children & Young Adults & Those Who Hope to Help Them
tuesday No  mass	oct 6	No mass
Wednesday  No mass	oct 7	No mass
thursday  No mass	oct 8	No mass
Friday 9:00 aM	oct 9	vocations
SATURDAY 9:00 aM	oct 10	Henrette McGee †
SATURDAY 5:00 pm		Noel Bourlon †
SUNDAY 9:00 AM	oct 11	THE PARISHIONERS OF ST. PIUS X
sunday 11 am		Ileana Banducci †

INTERESTED IN JOINING THE CATHOLIC CHURCH:- If you are, let us know at (250) 762‑2587.

WELCOME NEWCOMERS TO ST. PIUS

We are planning a welcoming party for all new parishioners. If you have registered you will get a phone call. If we don’t have your phone number and you are new (since Sept. 2008) you are also invited.  Everyone, new & old, is invited!! The party will be in our hall on Sunday, October 18^th from 2:00pm – 4:00pm. There will be refreshments, activities and prizes for all ages including a piñata filled with goodies for the children.  If you can supply goodies for this event which can be brought in the morning of the party, please contact Rita Diebolt (250) 762‑9089 or Lorraine Landry (250) 712‑0965.  St Pius Parish welcomes you!!!

WOMEN’S GOSPEL GROUP:- We meet Thursday afternoon at 1:00pm in the Catechetical Centre.  We go over the readings for the following Sunday and pray and reflect on them.  If you would like to join us, you are very welcome.

PILGRIMAGE OF FAITH:- Our annual Diocesan Pilgrimage of Faith campaign has begun.  For those who have not received your materials in the mail, please pick up a package at the back of the church.  Your donation can be dropped off at the office or in the regular Sunday collection.  Thank you for your generosity.

EMPOWERMENT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT:-  The Ark of the Covenant Prayer Group will be offering this formation in contemplative prayer developed by the Intercessors of the Lamb and based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius.  Anyone interested in deepening their prayer life is invited to join us beginning Wednesday Oct. 21st at 6:30 pm.  Place to be determined.  Contact Emily at 868-2395 or Margaret at 762-8274.

ST. PIUS X^TH K OF C BREAKFAST:- St. Pius X Knights invite all to attend their Breakfast on Oct 11^th  after both Sunday masses.

PARISH VISITOR’S GROUP:- Meeting will be Oct 7^th from 12:00 noon – 2:30pm.

THANK YOU:- to the Torresan Family for the lovely flower arrangements left after the funeral mass for use in the church.

SANDALWOOD:- There will be a Liturgy of the Word and Communion Service on Oct 8^th.  There will be no mass.

SUNDAY EVENING MASS:- Sunday Evening Mass will be held in Room 140 of the Fipke Building at UBCO at 8:00pm.

COME CLOSER TO GOD:-  The Secular Carmelite community of St. Teresa of Jesus of the Andes is hosting a day of reflection at Seton House on Saturday, October 10^th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm with supper to follow.  Fr. Mario Fernandes, OCD will present three talks relating to Carmelite spirituality.  Cost is $50.00 which includes lunch and supper.  To register, contact Margaret at 250-762-8274 or e-mail sonshine@shaw.ca.

CALLING ALL NON-CATHOLICS:- Interested in learning more about Catholicism?  Do you have questions you would like answered?  We are hoping to offer a monthly “drop-in” session for those who are curious to learn about the Catholic faith beginning on Thursday October 15^th at 7:00 pm.  Tell your family and friends about it.  Let us know if you are interested (250) 762‑2587.

HELP GIVE DIRECTION TO OUR PARISH:- Parish pastoral councils have been established as a way of communicating ideas, provide input and help give direction to our parishes.  We are beginning our yearly search for new members.  Are you interested? We meet on the 4^th Wednesday of every month.  For more information call the Parish Office (250) 762‑2587.

THANK YOU:- to Delma MacDonald for all the wonderful flowers brought to the church from her garden.

THANKSGIVING GIVING:- We are requesting that parishioners bring in donations of food on the Thanksgiving weekend for distribution to the Kelowna Food Bank.  In these economic times more people are finding they require the assistance of the food bank.  Please be generous to those who are in need.  Thank you.

HOSPITAL MASS:- Every Wednesday at 3:30pm in the hospital chapel, there is a mass.  All patients, visitors, staff and all members of the public are welcome.

 

LITTLE ROCK SCRIPTURE STUDY:- This Fall we are offering a six-week study entitled “Overview of the New Testament” to be held Wednesday evenings (7:00pm-9:00pm) at St. Charles Garnier Parish Hall beginning on Nov 4^th and concluding on Dec 9^th.  $25 per person (includes booklets). Please register by calling Marilee at (250) 860‑6776 or emailing charlesgarnier@gmail.com before October 4^th.

ICC K OF C BREAKFAST:- ICC Knights invite all to attend their Breakfast this weekend after the Sunday masses.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP:- For those grieving the loss of a loved one.  Tuesdays, Oct 6^th to Dec 8^th at Charity Hall from 1:00pm – 3:00pm.  For more information please call Kelly (250) 861‑3363 or Ann (250) 868‑1009.

BABY BOTTLE BRIGADE REMINDER:– Thanksgiving Day Sunday, next Sunday, is the day to bring your filled bottle back to church.  Homestretch Suggestion:  To honour the parents God gave you….Add coins representing the total number of years of your father’s and your mother’s lives.  Top it up with your grandparents ages!  Okanagan Valley Pregnancy Care Centre

NELSON DIOCESE YOUTH RALLY:- All youth in grades 7 - 12 on Oct 16^th – 18^th at St Michael’s School Trail BC.  Registration forms are available from the office.  The Kelowna Parishes are hoping to charter a bus.

PROVINCIAL CATHOLIC CHARISMATIC CONFERENCE:- "Bearing Fruit Among the Thorns" Speaker - Fr. Gabriel de Chadarevian OP at St. Ann Parish Church 1296 main St. Penticton Fri Oct 16^th beginning at 6 pm and Sat Oct 17^th beginning at 8:30am No Registration Fee - Love Offering will be collected. Brochures Available

THE PRO LIFE THRIFT SHOP:- at 1157 Sutherland is having a 50% off everything in the store for the entire month of October! Come in for great deals on winter clothing and footwear, kitchen items, and much more. Call (250) 762‑9266 for more information.

COUPLES’ MARRIAGE RETREAT:- will be from 8:30-3:30 pm on Sat Oct 24^th in the St. Joseph School Gym.  Keynote Speaker is local marriage therapist Henry Sawatzky.  3 Catholic couples will also be giving testimonials and Fr. Peter will wrap up with a talk on "Claiming Our Sacarament".  No small group sharing sessions but lots of time spent between you and your spouse. Early bird cost is $50 per couple before Oct. 9^th ($65 after that date).  Limited free childcare spots are available at the Clubhouse Childcare Centre - first come, first served!  To register, contact Louise (250) 712‑2268 or email iccfamily@okanagancatholic.ca

THE BASICS OF THE FAITH course for Adults on The Scriptures, will take place as follows:
~ South Okanagan:  Summerland (Holy Child) - October 16 & 17
~ North Okanagan:  Kelowna (St. Pius X) - October 30 & 31

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION PARISH BAZAAR:- Sat, Oct 10, (8:00 am to 2:00 pm).  We will have a fantastic silent auction, baked goods, plants, treasures, arts and crafts, books and music, bottle booth, farmer's market, hamburgers, coffee house and a huge white elephant room.  We look forward to seeing you!

PARENTS AND GRANDPARENTS:- Would you like to make a difference in the life of a child? The students at St. Joseph School need reading volunteers to help out with the One To One Reading Program. You will be working one on one with young students who need extra practice with their reading. Our session for the One To One Reading Program begins on Tue, Oct 20^th with an introductory training session held on Thu, Oct 15^th at 9:00am. All that is required is 1 ½ hours one day a week. If you are interested in volunteering please contact Judy Pepperall at the school (763-3371) by Oct 8^th.

KELOWNA RIGHT TO LIFE:- Please join us in solidarity with 1400 communities across the U.S. and Canada for Life Chain 2009. We will be meeting in the Dairy Queen parking lot at the corner of Gordon Drive and Harvey Avenue at 1:45 pm on Sun, Oct 4^th to form a human Life Chain along Harvey Avenue from 2:00 ‑ 3:30 pm. Messages will include "Jesus Saves and Heals," "Abortion Hurts Women," and "Abortion Kills Children." Contact the office at (250) 862‑8202 for more information.

WORLD MISSION SUNDAY:- is on October 18^th this year. This is a world wide collection for the missionary church that provides emergency aid when disasters strike, cares for refugees in war torn nations, provides rural health clinics and transportation for priests, catechists, religious and lay pastoral workers. It provides financial support for the daily needs of all missionaries.  Please pray for the missions and be generous on World Mission Sunday.

FRIENDS IN FAITH:-  Celebrate Thanksgiving with your Singles' family.  There will be a Thanksgiving dinner at Duffers at 6:30 p.m. on Sun,  Oct. 11^th.  Space is limited so call ahead by Wed, Oct 8^th to reserve your spot.  The cost of the dinner is $15 not including taxes. Call Donna (250)763-7337 or Elsie (250) 862-9596.

CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE PROGRAM:- Learn practical ways to strengthen your relationship with your spouse, children and community.  St. Charles Gamier Parish Fri, Nov 27^th 6:30pm - 9:00pm and Sat, Nov 28^th 8:30am - 4:00pm.  —Early Bird Price $90 per couple before Nov 6^th, Regular price $100 per couple.  Tickets available at: St. Charles Gamier Parish, Loaves & Fishes, lmmaculata Regional High School, St. Joseph’s Elementary and Our Lady of Lourdes Westbank.  For more information please feel free to call St. Charles Gamier Parish Office (250) 860‑6776.

WITH GLOWING HEARTS:- Our Lady of Lourdes School is hosting their annual Black Tie fund raising dinner and dance on Sat Nov 7th.  Dinner, Dance, silent and live auction.  The proceeds will help the school's operating budget.  Tickets $50.00 available after masses or at the school office Doors open at 6:00 pm, Dinner served at 7:00 pm.

TOOTHBRUSH SUNDAY:- Homeless Awareness Week in Kelowna is Oct 11-17 this year and to kick off the week's activities there will be a "Connection Day" at the Habitat offering a variety of services to the homeless in our community in conjunction with a turkey dinner served by the Kelowna Gospel Mission.  As an extra Thanksgiving offering we encourage you to bring toothbrushes, toothpaste and other toiletry items (deodorant, disposable razors, shaving cream, combs - please no soap!) to church next Sunday, October 11^th.  These will be distributed at the Connection Day event.

FLOODS IN THE PHILIPPINES:- Tropical storm Ketsana brought destruction and death in the Philippines.  Torrential rains affected, among other cities, the capital city of Manila and its 12 million residents. Development and Peace has donated an initial $50,000 to Caritas Philippines for emergency relief activities.  You can offer your pledge by putting your donation in an envelope in the collection marked "Philippine Relief", by telephone (1 (888) 664‑3387), online (www.devp.org) or by cheque (marked "Philippines: Floods"), sent to Development and Peace, 1425 René-Lévesque Blvd. West, 3rd Floor, Montreal, Quebec H3G 1T7

BAZAAR 2009 WINNERS

SILENT AUCTION WINNERS

                Kris Kringle & Christmas Tree – Margaret Wort

                Ceramic Christmas Figures – Noelle H.

                Radio/Cassette Player w/ Speakers – Helen Mack

                Two Picture Set – Helen Mack

                Mantle Clock – Heather Brown

                Japanese Tea Set – Rina Perretto

                German Made Dinner Set – Audrey Leier

                Samsonite Luggage Set – Audrey Leier

                Paper Shredder – Frank Fulko

                Garden Scene Picture – Elizabeth C.

                Napa Collection & Wine Book – Amy Hasegagna

                Royal Albert Bowl – Ethna Tutt

                Barometer / Clock – Ethna Tutt

                Rustic Clock – Ethna Tutt

BAZAAR RAFFLES

                Company’s Coming Basket – Marion Boet

                Painting & Pinwheel Crystal – Tony Ambrosio

                Spa Basket – Margaret Becker

 

                Money tree - $40 – Helen Pfliger

                Country Garden Quilt – Elena Garrison

 

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