Saint Patrick's Parish Bulletin
March 11, 2007
3rd SUNDAY OF LENT
God is truth,
and truth is what will bring about justice in the world.
In the Gospel, Jesus teaches the people that everyone stands before God—
equally in need of reform and salvation—and only God can know a person’s heart. |
SCRIPTURE READING
March 18 – 4th Sunday in Lent (YEAR A)
Sun Lectionary #31, Lectors’ Wkbk p93
1 Sam 16:1b, 6-7, 10-13
“David was anointed King over Israel.”
Psalm 23
“The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want.”
Eph 5:8-14
“Rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.”
John 9:1-41
“The man who was blind washed his eyes and came back able to see.”
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AVAILABLE AT THE BACK OF THE CHURCH
- Schedule of Lenten, Holy Week, and Easter Services
• Prayers for the Weeks of Lent
- Lenten Folders
- Questionnaires if you haven’t filled one yet. Please drop it in the collection.
- PENDLETON SHELTER “LENTEN” BOX
The clients of Pendleton Place thank you for your generosity! Our collection will continue through March Lenten Sundays. CLEAN winter coats, mittens, gloves and scarves as well as soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, razors, shaving cream, and deodorant much appreciated! Deacon Paul.
 GIVING GENEROUSLY
RECEIVING GRATEFULLY
We, like the fig tree, will be judged by our fruit. While God mercifully provides us with time and opportunity, let us give witness to our faith with deeds of kindness and generosity! We must be ready to respond WHENEVER and WHEREVER the Lord speaks to us and be prepared for it to change our lives!
DEVELOPMENT and PEACE
“I live in a rural area. Thanks to God and DEVELOPMENT AND PEACE, I belong to a women’s association that has been able to help women. In the name of Tenancingo, I bring a thank-you for supporting us.” Rosalinda
Help celebrate our 40th Anniversary. Please SHARE LENT
There will be a collection on Mar 25th.
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
MASSES AT THE CONVENT
Tues Mar 13 and Thurs Mar 15 at 7 pm
J E S U I T S
Please remember tomorrow (MONDAY, MARCH 12).
The Jesuits of Halifax are having a special Mass at St. Patrick’s Church at 7 pm in honor of the canonization of St. Francis Xavier, St. Ignatius Loyola and St. Theresa of Avila. This Eucharistic Celebration also concludes the Novena of Grace which has asked the special intercession of St. Francis Xavier.
COUNTERS
The office urgently needs at least 2 people willing to count Sunday’s collections on MONDAY MORNINGS. Can Anyone Help? PLEASE call Betty 429-1300.
MEETINGS
ELIZABETH’S PLACE meets 2:30 to 4 pm, Convent, Sunday, March 18. ALL WELCOME
FIRST COMMUNION GROUP following mass in Children’s Liturgy Room.
Don’t forget to change your clocks ahead this Sunday, March 11!
SAINT PATRICK'S DAY
Saturday, March 17 COME HOME to Saint Patrick’s
2267 Brunswick Street, for our celebration of the Patronal Feast of Saint Patrick.
- His Grace Archbishop Prendergast will celebrate Mass at 12:15 p.m.
- Singing will be accompanied by our heritage Cassavant organ of 1898.
- Refreshments and entertainment will follow until 2:00 p.m.
- The church will be open for visiting until 4:00 p.m.
ALL ARE WELCOME
WE NEED FOR OUR RECEPTION
sandwiches, finger foods, squares, cookies, juice
Can you help?
If you bring sandwiches with mayonnaise or perishable fillings, please keep them refrigerated until you come. THANK YOU !!
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