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, Lionel Moyer, 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, Ferruccio Torresan, 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 Murray Oppertshauser Janet Barnes Meg Greenwood Sr. Mary Ann Dennis 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 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	sep 21	Vera Burlon †
tuesday 9:00 AM	sep 22	Harvey Dickson †
Wednesday 9:00 AM	sep 23	Rose Sehn
thursday 9:00 AM	sep 24	Sister Anna Louise Levielle
Friday 9:00 AM	sep 25	Jamie Mundie †
SATURDAY 9:00 aM	sep 26	Vera Burlon †
SATURDAY 5:00 pm		Louise Moyer †
SUNDAY 9:00 AM	sep 27	THE PARISHIONERS OF ST. PIUS X
sunday 11 am		Vanessa Nelson

GOODIES FOR SALE:- Again, the ladies of our parish are making Cabbage Rolls and Perogys.  Order now!  Delma (250) 763‑6316 or Teresa (250) 762‑8733.

• Cabbage Rolls     $6.00/dozen
• Perogys                 $4.50/dozen

BAZAAR REQUESTS:- TWO WEEKS TO GO!!

·         Jewellery needed:- All types, pretty scarves, nice belts, purses, gift boxes ie bath, Christmas, perfumes, etc.  Call Terry Goodman (250) 860‑5514 or drop off donations at the hall labelled “Jewellery” or Religious Articles.

·         Bags:- Plastic, Paper or Cloth for all the booths.  Please drop off at hall.

·         Farmers’ Market:- Fresh produce.  Please call Jim or Marie Janz (250) 763‑6610.

TOURTIERE:  The ladies of our parish will be making French Tourtieres.  Please place your orders at the bazaar on Sept 26^th.

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.

CHILDREN’S CHOIR:-  We will be forming a children’s choir for music at the 11:00am Family Mass on the second Sunday of each month.  We will begin practice on Tues, Sept 22^nd from 7:00pm ‑ 7:30pm  (right after catechism).  Our first Mass will be 11:00am Oct 11^th.  Any children who would like to join us are welcome to come to the practice in the church on Tuesday evenings.  For further information contact Sr. Mary Ann or the Parish Office.

INTERCESSORY PRAYER:-  The Ark of the Covenant Prayer Group will be available for intercessory prayer in St. Pius X church after the morning Mass on Tuesday, September 22^nd.  If you have a need for prayer, please join us at that time.

THANK YOU:- to the family of Christine Kirtz for the kind donation of several floral bouquets.

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

PARISH COUNCIL MEETING:- Wednesday Sep 23^rd 7:00pm.  All are welcome to attend.

DIOCESAN BURSARIES:-  The Diocese of Nelson offers bursaries to young Catholics continuing in their post-secondary education.  Application forms are available at the parish office.  Applicants must be in at least their second year of a recognized post-secondary institution and the applicants must be Catholics who live their faith and attend Mass weekly.

THE BASICS OF THE FAITH course for Adults on The Scriptures, will take place as follows:
~ West Kootenay:  Trail (OLPH) - October 2 & 3
~ South Okanagan:  Summerland (Holy Child) - October 16 & 17
~ North Okanagan:  Kelowna (St. Pius X) - October 30 & 31

TUITION VOUCHERS ARE HERE!!:- Give the gift of a Catholic Education. Kelowna Catholic School Council Tuition Vouchers are full-colour gift certificates that can be applied directly to existing or new tuition costs at either St. Joseph or Immaculata schools. These handsome certificates are great for birthdays, special events or just to offer a helping hand. Contact Cece Sinotte for details at (250) 763‑1501 or c.sinotte@shaw.ca

IHS ALUMNI & FRIENDS GOLF TOURNAMENT:- Come out on October 3 to enjoy a round of golf at beautiful Sunset Ranch followed by a banquet. Golfers of all skill levels are welcome to enjoy the whole day with us or come for the banquet only. Pick up an information sheet in the church entrance, or stop by the school.

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.

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.

 

RACHEL’S VINEYARD RETREAT WEEKEND:- Applications for the fall weekend for healing after an abortion experience are being accepted now. If you or someone you know is suffering from the aftermath of abortion, please call (250) 762‑2273 or e-mail pr_nelsondiocese@hotmail.com or call our toll-free number 1 (877) 683‑2273 to register. Rachel’s Vineyard weekend retreats offer a beautiful opportunity for healing to any woman or man who has struggled with the emotional or spiritual pain of an abortion.  Rachel’s Vineyard strictly respects confidentiality and privacy. For more information check the website at www.rachelsvineyard.org.

BABY BOTTLE BRIGADE REMINDER:– Three weeks left before bottle collection on Thanksgiving Day Sunday.  Because God’s people are answering the call to care, lives of OVPCC moms are looking up – and cute and cuddly babies are gracing our community.  Suggestion of the week:  Calculate your apartment and house number and add the total in coins!  With thanks, Okanagan Valley Pregnancy Care Centre.

BISHOPS’ COLLECTION FOR THE NEEDS OF THE CHURCH IN CANADA  The annual Collection for the Needs of the Church in Canada will be held in most parishes in Canada next weekend.  The monies raised will be sent to our diocese, which will use these revenues to help pay its annual contribution to the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB).  Through the work of the Bishops of Canada who are its members, the Conference is involved in national and international areas of pastoral activity, including ecumenical and interfaith relations, social justice, aid to developing countries, collaboration with Aboriginal Peoples, the protection of human life, liturgy and catechesis.  It also provides the Bishops a forum to share their experiences and insights on the life of the Church and the major events that shape our society.

The offices of the CCCB are located at 2500 Don Reid Drive, in Ottawa, where a staff of approximately 40 works in different services, supporting the pastoral work of the Bishops nationally and internationally.

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.

We are hopeful that the Lord will inspire many of you to answer this call, and become a part of the team that opens the world of reading for children in our school.

ST. THERESA’S FALL BAZAAR:- Sat, Sep 26^th from 8:30am to 2:00pm;  Pancake Breakfast, Bake Sale, Perogy Sale, Horseback Rides, Farmer Market, Barbeque, Spin the Wheel, Children’s Playroom, plus much much more.  Everyone is welcome.

KELOWNA RIGHT TO LIFE:- Mayor Sharon Shepherd has once again proclaimed Sept 26^th to Oct 4^th as PROTECT HUMAN LIFE WEEK in Kelowna! Events planned include:

• The Walk for Life                                 Sept 26
• Pro Life 101 session                           Oct 1
• Okanagan Pro Life Film Festival     Oct 2 & 3
• The annual Life Chain                       Oct 4

Please help make this year's Protect Human Life week a big success by attending these great events. Call the office at (250) 862‑8202 or visit www.prolifekelowna.com for more details.

CHARISMATIC PRAYER MEETING:- Tue 7:00pm in Charity Hall behind Immaculate Conception Church.  Join us in prayers of praise, Intercession, petition and thanksgiving.  For more information call Madeleine (250) 452‑6898.

PERPETUAL ADORATION:- The Perpetual Adoration Chapel is open 24 hours a day for you to spend some time in prayer.  Call (250) 767‑2005 or (250) 860‑6444.

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.

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.

MILITIA IMMACULATA OKANAGAN:- will host an evening presentation & discussion on Wed.  Sept 23^rd, 7 pm @ ICC.  Topic:  The formation of MI villages to foster Marian devotions, Spirituality and teachings.  Together, these villages form a City Of The Immaculata.  Everyone is welcomed to attend, learn more about consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

 SECULAR FRANCISCAN ORDER:- Join our ongoing study of the life of St. Francis. We will look at "Youth - Hope for the Future". Sunday Sep 27^th 12:00pm at St. Charles Garnier Church. Inquirers are most welcomed. For information call Alice at (250) 860‑3541 or Rolf at (250) 769‑6861.

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.

 

FRIENDS IN FAITH:- invites all Catholic Singles to a Pole Walking Clinic on Sunday, Sept. 27 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Charles Garnier Parish.  Discover how you can actually do less and get more by learning how to turn a simple walk into an efficient, effective aerobic total body workout.  Meet Sheri Simpson, "the pole lady", who will share her skills.  Casual, comfortable clothing and runners needed. Bring a friend to share in this fun and healthy activity.  To register call Donna at (250) 763-7337.

FRIENDS IN FAITH:- invites all Catholic Singles to a series of six sessions on relationship building for Christian singles beginning on Sunday, October 4 and ending on November 15.  Sessions take place at 1:00 p.m. at St. Charles Garnier Parish.  There will be no session on the Thanksgiving weekend.  Enhance your connections to friends, family and co-workers.  Invite a friend along.  To register call Donna (250) 763-7337 or Elsie (250) 862-9596.