Thursday, November 22, 2012

Christmas Bake Sale

On Sunday, December 9, our parish CWL is hosting its annual Christmas bake sale. 

The sale will take place in the church hall following the 10 a.m. Mass from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The sale will coincide with our monthly "Coffee Sunday", so come and enjoy!

The Sound of Music... St. Cecilia, Pray for Us!



To mark today's Feast of St. Cecilia, patron saint of organ builders and musicians, here's an exciting news-bite on the beauty and importance of sacred liturgical music:




St. Cecilia, pray for us!

"Knights to Remember"


Last week our parish hosted the annual Knights of Columbus Memorial Mass
for all Knights of local councils who passed away over the last year. 



Organized by Bishop Norman Gallagher Council 7332, the well-attended Mass was followed by a reception courtesy of members of our parish CWL.




Thursday, November 8, 2012

Sing to the Lord a New Song! "Advent at Ephesus"

With the season of Advent on the horizon, an advent of a different kind has emerged: that of a new religious community of women, The Benedictines of Mary, and their soon-to-be-released CD of stunning spiritual songs and chants. 

The CD is entitled "Advent at Ephesus."  Be inspired by watching the video below:


Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy visiting Thunder Bay!

Sister Gaudia and Sister Vianneya from the Congregation of the Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy, Poland, will be visiting Thunder Bay on December 2-4, 2012.  These Sisters are from the Divine Mercy Convent of Saint Faustina. 

They will share in the following schedule while in Thunder Bay:

Sunday, December 2
10:30 AM Mass at St. Casimir’s
3 PM Divine Mercy Prayer with Bishop Colli at St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

Monday, December 3
12:15 PM Mass and 3 PM Divine Mercy Prayer at St. Kateri Church. 

Tuesday, December 4
12:15 PM Mass and 3 PM Divine Mercy Prayer at St. Anne’s Church. 

Everyone is welcome to these events of prayer with the Sisters and to meet them afterwards.


YouCats are Back in Stock!

The latest shipment of the ever-popular YouCat has arrived!  This catechism was designed with youth in mind, but is really a great resource for anyone no matter how old. 

Check out www.youcat.org for more information or scan the book in person by visiting our religious goods cabinet in the church vestibule. 

With every purchase of a YouCat ($18) you will receive a complimentary CD entitled "Why YouCat" which includes inspirational and moving witnesses on discovering true happiness in the Church.  Would make a great gift for Christmas!



Knights of Columbus Memorial Mass

Next Tuesday, November 13, at 7 PM our parish will host the Annual Knights of Columbus Memorial Mass at which members of area Councils gather to remember and pray for the Brother Knights who have died within the past year. 

All are welcome to attend the Mass as well as the reception which will follow in the church hall.