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Holy Cross Parish
 

2nd Sunday
of Ordinary Time

315 Douglas Ave. E.
Regina, SK.  S4N 1H7
Phone 757-1325 Fax 757-8641
Email: holycrosschurch@accesscomm.ca
www.oocities.org/holy-cross/

Jan. 19/20, 2002

PASTOR - FR. NORM MARCOTTE
ADMINISTRATIVE CO-ORDINATOR -
.................JANE KRYZANOWSKI
SACRAMENT PREPARATION
AND YOUTH MINISTRY -
.................DOLLETTE HLUSKA
YOUTH GROUPS -
Gr. 4-6:  Greg & Theresa Schulz
Jr. High: Marc & Michelle Perrault 

Parish Schedule

  • Saturday Liturdy: 5:00 p.m.
  • Sunday Liturgy: 9 & 11 a.m.
  • Weekdays:

  • Tues. & Wed.: 7:00 p.m.
    Thurs. & Fri.: 8:00 a.m.
  • Reconciliation: Sat. 4:15 p.m.

  • Or by appointment
  • Office Hours: Mon. - Fri.

  • 9:00 a.m. - noon., 1 - 4 p.m.
  • Contact the office to arrange for Baptisms, 

  • Marriages and Funerals
  • Hall rentals:  789-7800
  • Gerein Centre Use: 757-1325
An Open Ear

In today's Psalm, we hear the words, "Here I am, Lord! I come to do your will." God is asking for our presence. The psalmist also declares that God is not necessarily asking for sacrifices, but rather that we have an open ear. That seems easy enough, doesn't it? After all, isn't the natural state of our ears an open one? Well, perhaps not. Many of us know how difficult it is to really listen to another person. Often, we get our defenses up. We want to hear easy, comfortable messages -- things we have heard before, so we don't have to pay too much attention to anything new. It becomes draining when we have to listen to something new, especially when that something new becomes a challenge to the way we think or the way we act.

And it's probably true for most of us that the way we listen to others is also the way we listen to God. If we are closed to hearing others, we will be closed to God. If we are open to others, we will be open to hearing God. Many of us have protected areas of our lives -- areas where we have constructed a large sign that warns others: No Trespassing. If someone tries to get beyond that sign, we immediately react with behaviour that is clearly meant to protect us from looking too closely at that part of our lives. Our 'No Trespassing' sign is not only for others, it is also meant for ourselves. We are afraid to look too closely at parts of our lives, for fear we may be called to some significant change.

You can almost be one hundred percent assured that this is where Jesus wants you to listen to him. Whenever we are so defensive about some area of our lives, it's because we are afraid of what will happen if we allow someone else into that part of our lives, and many times that someone else is Jesus
himself.

 Peace,  Father John 
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PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS
COLLECTION REPORT

Jan. 12/13, 2002 
Sunday Envelopes — $2,804.00 
Loose — $149.55
Food Bank – $22.00
SE Building Fund – $19.00
Initial Offering – $73.00
Solemnity of Mary/New Years – $5.00

 “Sell all your belongings and give the money to the poor.”
Luke 12:331

Thank You!

BAPTISMS
The following children were baptized at
Holy Cross in November:

Lucas James Gregory Dureau
Son of Bradley Dureau & Lila Schoenthal;
Taylor Paige Gaveronski
Daughter of Blake Gaveronski & Kristen Linford;
Bronwyn Greer Heerspink
Daughter of Brett Heerspink & Kristen White;
Dillon Bailey Kiefer
Son of Stephen & Karla Kiefer;
Garret Michael James Neigum
Son of Kevin & Jamie Neigum;
Sarah Elizabeth Schuba
Daughter of Robert & Elizabeth Schuba;
Daniel Herbert Wheaton
Son of Herbert & Scarlet Wheaton;
Amy Elizabeth Wollbaum
Daughter of David & Candide Wollbaum;
Ty Rhys Colibaba
Son of Gary & Brenda Colibaba.

WELCOME INTO OUR PARISH FAMILY

CWL NEWS: 

  • Holy Cross CWL General Meeting will be held Feb. 5 – Mass 7 p.m. followed by the meeting.
  • At the Feb. 5 meeting we will be hosting a Shower for Birthright.  We have begun collecting for our hampers.  Boxes can be found at both entrances.  All parishioners are invited to participate. Specific items needed for hampers are:  Baby food, receiving blankets, diapers, clothes – mostly newborn. (new and used will be greatly accepted.) Please plan to attend.


FINANCE COUNCIL MEETING – There won’t be a meeting in January.  The next meeting will be on February 26.

WELCOME! - If you are new to the parish, please introduce yourself to the priest or one of our 
parishioners at coffee after Mass on Sundays. 
We want to know who you are and be able to serve you better.  We hope you will support your parish by your prayers, your presence, your talents and financial gifts.  Call the parish office to register: 757-1325. 

ATTENTION ALL YOUTH GRADES 7 – 12
Holy Cross is organizing a ski/snowboard trip to Mission Ridge on Sat., Feb. 16 and we want you to join us!  If you plan on attending you must 
attend an information night on Fri., Feb. 15.  The event is a joint effort among Resurrection, Holy Cross & other Christian churches.  For more 
information & to register call Michelle: 546-3328.  Please register by Jan. 21 so we know final 
numbers.  Hope to see you there.
 

Vocation Views
Isaiah‘s vocation was to be a light to the nations.  Nations and neighborhoods today need missionaries – lay, clergy and religious. 
Listen to the call! 
A Vocation is responding to the call of God.
“If you remain in me and my words remain in you, then you will ask for anything you wish, and you shall have it.” 
(John 15: 7)

Bible Study & Rosary: Mon., 1:30 p.m.
          Call Barb: 761-2823
Prayer Group Meeting: Wed., 7:30 p.m.
Thurs. Morning Study Group:  Thurs. 8:30 a.m.

If you are in need of prayer or know someone who is, please contact the prayer group or leave a message with the office.

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Do you . . .

Seek energy to embrace life more fully?
Need support from other people on your life journey?
Desire to learn more about how faith and life go hand in hand?

. . . then this is for you!

Small Christian Community
Information Evening

Monday, January 28, 2002
7:00 p.m.
Upper Gerein Centre

Bert Pitzel, Diocesan Social Justice Coordinator, will share his experiences in establishing small faith sharing groups in parishes.  Through sharing life stories, reflecting on the Word of God and common prayer, participants in
such groups have found:

  • a deeper understanding of the Scriptures and their faith.
  • support and friendship of companions on the journey.
  • a renewed sense of meaning and purpose in life.
  • an experience of God’s love.


For more information call: 757-1325.

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HOLY CROSS SUPPER
AND SURPRISE AUCTION
 

Saturday, February 9, 2002

Holy Cross Parish Hall
Supper at 6:30 with a Surprise Auction to follow

Tickets:
 Adults - $8.00
4 to 12 - $4.00
3 & Under - Free

Advance tickets only –  available from Joyce Murphy 789-1983

Donations of new or nearly new items, or goods and services for auction would be greatly 
appreciated, and may be dropped off at the parish office.

SPIRITUAL & EDUCATION
Lay Ministry Formation Program

Our current participants:

David Smith   Year I
Darlene Sikyr  Year II

Please pray for our parish candidates.

Topics for Next Session:

Year I:      Sacrament of Eucharist           Teresa Whalen Lux
                Authority in the Church              Fr. J.R. Prince
               Journalling                                  Shirley Pady

Year II:     Christology II                              Fr. Paul Dungan
                R.C.I.A.                                      Sr. Theresa Frey

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OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST

JOHN PAUL II CENTRE WORKSHOP
Taize Evening of Prayer – consisting of simple prayer: chants, psalms of praise, petition & thanksgiving  Jan. 21, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. led by Sr. Joyce Lorentz and Carol Sheldon.
Artist Appreciation Night – for Nikki Jacquin-Goff, Jan. 24, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. “Let the Little Children Come to Me” an exhibition of her original paintings will be on display until Feb. 13.
Life Keeps On – Dinner and Sharing for Widows and Widowers: Rita Carriere, Jan. 31, 6:30 p.m.

LITTLE FLOWER MEN’S CLUB BREAKFAST – Jan. 27, 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in Little Flower Auditorium.

DAY OF REFLECTION – Jan. 28 is a day of Reflection for life and love lost because of abortion and euthanasia.  Jan. 28th is the day the Supreme Court of Canada legalized abortions for any reasons up to and including the ninth month; because of this immoral and unethical decision, millions of pre-born babies have never experienced love.  Show you care, wear a green ribbon.

30TH ANNIVERSARY JEAN VANIER SCHOOL  - Please join former staff, students and families to renew old friendships and celebrate accomplishments Feb. 1, Little Flower Auditorium, Prayer Service 6 p.m., supper 6:30 p.m. Call 791-7285 for tickets by Jan. 25.

ST. MICHAEL’S RETREAT – in Lumsden will renew its interchurch operation between the Franciscans of Western Canada and the Anglican, Evangelical Lutheran and Roman Catholic Churches for another 3 years.  You are invited to celebrate this event at a formal signing ceremony at St. Paul’s Anglican Cathedral at 3 p.m. on Sun., Feb. 3.  Reception to follow.

TAFELMUSIK CONCERT – Feb. 4, 2002, 8:00 p.m., Knox Met.  The performance will be a fundraiser for Luther College University Campus. Call 585-5427 for tickets. 
ST. ANDREW KINDERGARTEN OPEN HOUSE – There will be an information evening for all parents interested in enrolling their child in French Immersion Kindergarten Feb. 5, 7:00 p.m.

NEEDED – Sacred Heart Community School is in need of clothing donations.  Socks and runners for children from Kindergarten – Gr. 4 are especially needed.  Donations can be picked up by calling the school at 791-1707, or they can be dropped off at Sacred Heart School.

STUDY THEOLOGY FROM HOME! - Learn about your Catholic faith from the comforts of home.  Newman Theological College offers courses via the Internet for people wanting personal & spiritual growth, and for those interested in parish ministry. For more information visit the website: www.newman.edu

WORLD YOUTH DAY POSTER CAMPAIGN   Young people, ages 16-35, are invited to participate in this campaign.  See the poster on the bulletin board for themes and guidelines.  Prizes will be awarded for the 10 best posters from our diocese. 

CATHOLIC FAMILY SERVICES ANNUAL DINNER – Feb. 15, Delta Regina.  Entertainment: Martin Janovesky, a notable musician and comedian.  Cost: $65/person.  Call Catholic Family Services: 525-0521 for tickets. 

FLEA MARKET – March, 9, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., 425 Broad St. N., sponsored by Good Samaritan CWL.  To reserve a table call Maxine: 949-4728 or Doreen: 543-0827.

FAMILIY LIFE MARRIAGE CONFERENCE  sponsored by Campus Crusade for Christ,  speakers: Paul & Eleanor Henderson, March 8-10, Ramada Hotel, Regina.  See the brochures at both entrances of the church to register.
 

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PARISH ACTIVITES THIS WEEK
January 20 - 27,  2002
SUN  Jan 20 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m Mass  (PC Candidate presentation Church
    Christian Unity Sunday  
  9:30 a.m.
7:00 p.m.
K of C Pancake Breakfast
Jr. High Youth Group
Church Hall
Upper Gerein Centre
Mon  Jan 21 1:30 p.m. Rosary & Bible Study Patenaude's
1 Samuel 15:16-23  7:00 p.m.  Intermediate Youth Group Upper Gerein Centre
Mark 2: 18-22  7:30 p.m.  Knights of Columbus Meeting  Lower Gerein Centre
TUE   Jan 22 7:00 p.m.  Mass Church
1 Samuel 16: 1-13 7:30 p.m.  Vision Quest Discussion I Upper Gerein Centre
Mark 2: 23-28 7:30 p.m. Youth Choir Practice Church
WED  Jan 23 7:00 p.m.  Mass Church
1 Sam. 17: 32-33, 37, 40-51 7:30 p.m. Prayer Group Meeting Upper Gerein Centre
Mark 3: 1-6 7:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Choir Practice
Confirmation Parent/Candidate Meeting #2
Church
Lower Gerein Centre
THURS Jan 24 8:00 a.m. Mass Church
1 Sam. 18: 6-9, 19: 1-7 8:30 a.m.
7:30 p.m.
Study Group
Christian Care Giving Course
Upper Gerein Centre
Youth Room
Mark 3: 7-12  7:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Familia
R.C.I.A.
Lower Gerein Centre
Upper Gerein Centre
FRI   Jan 25 8:00 a.m. Mass  Church
Acts 22: 3-16      
Mark 16: 15-18       
SAT  Jan 26 10:00 a.m. Men's Club Crib Tournament Parish Hall 
1 Samuel 8:4-7, 10-22 4:15 p.m. Reconciliation Church
Mark 2:1-12  5:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m.

Mass (Confirmation Candidate Presentation)
Evening for the Engaged
Church

Upper Gerein Centre

SUN  Jan 27 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m Mass (Confirmation Candidate Presentations) Church
  7:00 p.m. Jr. High Youth Group Upper Gerein Centre
  7:30 p.m.  Service for Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Holy Child Church
MINISTRY SCHEDULE --  4TH SUNDAY (3rd Sunday of Ordinary Time)
 
SCHEDULE of MINISTERS
FOR  Jan.26/27, 2002
5:00 P.M. 
SATURDAY
9:00 A.M.
SUNDAY
11:00 A.M.
SUNDAY
ALTER SERVER
CAPTAINS
Andrea Wonsul
Andrew Wonsul
Jonathan Rutten
Patrick Barks
Adrienne Gagnon
Joel Gagnon
GREETERS, READERS, COMMUNION MINISTERS USHERS Dennis Pageot
352-2806
Men's Club - Jim Wasser
Wilma Nichols
789-1444
George Dreher
Gerry & Lynn Heymen
522-3591
Mike Eriksen
CHILDREN'S LITURGY 
LEADER
Pam Richaud No Children's Liturgy Aimee Lebersback
Nicole Osicki
Judy Wensel
MUSICIANS/SINGERS Hinz/Bradel
Folk Group
Fink/ Beach/Rutten Holy Cross Choir
Frank Barabas
BREAD BAKER Karen Sthamann
COLLECTION COUNTERS Team 10 - Glen & Jean Thompson (captains)
                Tony & Debra Howell 
READINGS (Cycle A)
Pages  461-463
FIRST READING
Isaiah 9.1-4
SECOND READING
1 Cor. 1.10-13,17-18
GOSPEL
Matthew 4.12-23
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Holy Cross Parish
315 Douglas Avenue East
Regina, Saskatchewan  S4N 1H7
Phone:  757-1325
Fax:  757-8641

E-mail:holycrosschurch@accesscomm.ca
Please come back soon and visit us.