Feb 22/23, 2025 - Sunday Bulletin
- Leslie Mendonca
- Feb 23
- 10 min read
7th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Important Updates
Online Giving
Make a weekly, or one-time donation to the St. Edmund's Parish collection.
Prayer for the Holy Father
Almighty ever-living God, eternal health of believers,
Who willed that our infirmities
Be borne by your Only-Begotten Son for our salvation,
Listen in kindness to our prayers
For your servant Francis, our Pope and Shepherd:
Grant him, we implore you, your merciful help,
So that he may be restored to your Church in good health,
Ever ready to serve the flock you have entrusted to his care.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
Who lives and reigns with you
In the unity of the Holy Spirit,
God, for ever and ever.
Our heartfelt condolences to the family & friends of Marion Frederick, John Longman, Jessie Jacklin, Frances Rive, Mae Farenas & Joseph Lee who have gone home to our Heavenly Father – may they rest in peace.
SERVICE FOR MAE FARENAS is THURSDAY, FEB. 27TH @ 11 AM
SERVICE FOR FRANCES RIVE IS FRIDAY, FEB. 28TH @ 1 PM
THE ADORATION CHAPEL is open now from 10 am to 12pm (noon). Sign-up is needed on Flock Note. If you are unable to use that method, please contact the Parish Office.
Every 3rd Saturday, 9 am Mass will be offered to the sick, aged and home bound. After the Mass anointing will take place. This month, it is February 15th.
TAX RECEIPTS are available from the parish office. They will be at the Church entrance next weekend. If you wish it mailed or emailed, please contact the Parish Office. Thank you.
CWL COFFEE SUNDAY & BAKE SALE is after all Masses on Sunday, February 23rd. Baking donations will be gratefully received before the Masses. Please allow the CWL to price your baked goods.
2025 ENVELOPES ARE READY. Please pick it up from the parish office this coming week. Next weekend they will be in the back of the church. They are in Alphabetical order.
We reduced the amount of envelope boxes we purchased therefore anyone who had a number over 401; has been assigned a new number.
2024-25 SUNDAY MISSALS are available from the Parish Office at $5.00 each. There is a limited supply
THE FILIPINO MASS is on the 1st Sunday of the month at 6 pm.
CHRISTIAN MEDITATION GROUP meets in person on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 7 pm
Ash Wednesday is on March 5th, there will be 3 Masses on that day. 7.30 am, 9 am, 6.30 pm and School Mass at 11 am.
Fridays in Lent: Mass at 9 am, 6.30 Stations of the cross, followed by Mass.
First Friday of the month: 9 am Mass, followed by exposition, 6.15 pm Benediction, 6.30 pm Stations of the Cross, followed by Mass.
Message from the President of the St. Edmund CWL
A friendly reminder that CWL fees are due, and the cost is $40.50. If you are renewing your existing membership, the cutoff date is February 28th. Sorry for this last-minute piece of information, I was just made aware of this date on Tuesday by email from the Diocesan Council.
New members can join and pay their dues at any time. CWL will be hosting a membership drive, along with their Bake Sale this Sunday, after all Masses. For new members, there will be forms available for you to fill out. And if you are not sure if the CWL is for you, we will be available to address any questions or concerns. You can also leave your payment at the Parish Office for pick up.
Thank you!
Donna
RETIRED ARCHDIOCESE PRIESTS
We are blessed to have many dedicated priests serving within the Archdiocese. Some are now in retirement, and we ask that you keep them in your prayers. If possible, please consider visiting them. Below is a list of their names and locations:
Bishop David Monroe – St. Vincent’s Langara, 255 West 62nd Ave., Vancouver
Father John Eason – Holy Family Hospital, soon at Dogwood Transitional Care Unit, 500 West 57th Ave., Vancouver
Monsignor Dennis Luterbach – Mayfair Terrace, Unit 218, 2267 Kelly Avenue, Port Coquitlam
Fathers Wilfred Gomes, Larry Holland, Frank Landry & Lawrence Travis – St. Joseph’s Residence, 3080 Prince Edward St., Vancouver
CWL BOTTLE, CAN DRIVE FUNDRAISER is ongoing. CWL has an account with Return It Express. You can take your bottles, cans, tetra packs, milk, plant-based beverage containers to any Return-It location. Instructions are as follows:
Place unsorted bottles in a clear plastic bag(s)
Print off sticker @ Kiosk – Use phone # 778-996-3407
Text code RVCA TO 778-400-5253
To open the door, touch the keypad with your finger or the back of your hand to activate it
Enter the one-time pin code you receive by message. The one-time pin will time out in a few minutes. Repeat if it has timed out.
The Keypad light will turn green. Open door and drop off bag(s)
North Vancouver Return It Express Locations:
310 Brooksbank Ave. (Mon-Fri 8-4/Sat 8-5/Sun 9-5/closed holidays)
At Superstore 333 Seymour Blvd. (everyday 8-8)
235 Donaghy Ave. (Mon-Sat 8-5/Sun 10-4/closed holidays)
30 Riverside Dr.-North Shore Recycling Depot (Tues-Fri 8-5/Sat., Sun, Holidays 9-5)
FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE, PLASTIC BAGS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE CHURCH ENTRANCE
Proceeds from this fundraiser will go towards the renovation of the Kitchen cabinets, countertops, and flooring in the school gym.
If you are unable to return the bottles yourself, please get in touch with Donna @ 778-996-3407 / dkcolcleugh@gmail.com. Donna will happily pick them up for you and make the deposit.
Please do not drop off bottles at the church or parish office.
Reflections
God loves us beyond our expectations
Today's gospel reading is a continuation of the teaching that began in last Sunday's gospel. We continue to hear Jesus' Sermon on the Plain. Recall that in Luke's Gospel, this teaching is addressed to Jesus' disciples. This is in contrast to the parallel found in Matthew's Gospel, the Sermon on the Mount, in which Jesus' words are addressed to both the disciples and to the crowds.
These words from Jesus' teaching are familiar to us. They constitute the crux and the challenge of what it means to be a disciple: Love your enemies, turn the other cheek, give to those who ask, do unto others, lend without expecting repayment, judge not lest you be judged.
There are several similarities between Luke's and Matthew's report of Jesus' great teaching. Both begin with the Beatitudes. Matthew includes nearly all the content that Luke does; the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew's Gospel is longer than Luke's Sermon on the Plain. There are, however, differences in language and nuance. For example, Matthew presents this portion of the teaching as a contrast between Jesus' teaching and the teachings of the law and the prophets. This is in keeping with Matthew's concern to address his predominantly Jewish audience. It is likely that Luke omits this contrast because it was unnecessary for the Gentile believers for whom Luke is writing.
Another point of contrast between Matthew and Luke's presentation is the terminology. In Luke, Jesus contrasts the behavior of his followers with the behavior of “sinners.” In Matthew, Jesus contrasts the behavior desired with the behavior of tax collectors and Gentiles. Matthew concludes the teaching about love of enemies with the admonition to be perfect as God is perfect; Luke concludes by emphasizing God's mercy.
In both Gospels, Jesus' words challenge those who would follow him to be more like God. God loves us beyond our expectations, beyond anything we can possibly imagine. In response to God's love, we are to love as God loves, beyond expectations and with a depth beyond imagining.
~ Loyola Press
Mass Intentions
Sunday, February 23
Repose Nicholas Samson by Rudy, Molly & family
Repose Carlo Tinaburri by sister Paola Vignone
Repose Caridad Mendoza by daughter Erneida & Joel
Repose Maurizio Tomassini by John & Elisa Bueno
Monday, February 24
Repose Jessie Jacklin by STA Staff & Students
Spec. Intention Thanksgiving by Rosa Zivarts
Tuesday, February 25
Spec. Intention Diana Froh by Zofia Bronowska
Spec. Intention Thanksgiving by John & Elisa Bueno
Wednesday, February 26
Repose Lilia Drysyazhnyuk by St. Edmund Staff & Students
Spec. Intention Regino &Nestor Diego by Maribeth Bihis
Thursday, February 27
Repose Sung Bo Wong by Janet Ficocelli & Adrian Brecely
Friday, February 28
Repose St. Edmund Parishioners
Repose All Souls in Purgatory by Rosa Zivarts
Saturday, March 1
Repose Mum & Dad Cusanelli by family
Parish Events
CWL 2nd Thursday of each month @ 7 PM
Your CWL membership fee is due by April 30th and is $40.50 payable by cheque or by cash. The fee may be dropped off at the Parish Office or given to Donna Colcleugh or Charmaine Guindon. Thank you.
Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus general meetings are in person on the 1st Tuesday each month @7pm/executive meetings are also in person on the last Tuesday of the month @7pm
SPECIAL OFFER - Knights of Columbus - Free 1 Year On-Line Membership. You can enjoy the benefits of being a Knights of Columbus member including Accidental Death Benefit and the famous Columbia Magazine.
Promo Code: BLESSEDMCGIVNEY
After joining, please check your Inbox for confirmation.
St. Eds Christian Meditation Group
The St Edmund's Parish unit of the 'World Community for Christian Meditation' (WCCM) will resume its in-person meditation meeting, on the 3rd Thursday of every month at 7.00 pm in St Edmund's Church.
"No Experience Necessary"- The group leader will give new people the basics of meditation and some resources.
WCCM continues to hold a weekly virtual meeting on Mondays (via ZOOM), also at 7.00 pm. You are sincerely invited to attend the WCCM meeting(s). All are welcome.
To learn more about WCCM, kindly contact: Luis Zunino - email lzunino@gzarchitects.com
School Events
St. Edmunds Elementary School
St. Thomas Aquinas Secondary School
STA Drama presents
March 12 – 14 at the Kay Meek Theatre - Tickets at Eventbrite.ca
Religious Education
PREP 2024-2025
Any questions can be sent to prepatsteds@shaw.ca
Children's Choir Training
Practices will be every 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month @10am - Masses will be every 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month @ 11am
Altar Server Training
Every Saturday 11-11:30 am
Archdiocese Notices & Events
JUBILEE YEAR 2025
A Jubilee Year is celebrated by the universal Church every 25 years, dedicated to encouraging the faithful to embark on pilgrimages, repent of their sins, forgive others, and renew their focus on spiritual life. Learn more about this special year, stay updated with the latest news, and explore how you can participate at rcav.org/jubilee.
BISHOP THOMAS J. LOBSINGER, OMI MEMORIAL BURSARY PROGRAM
The annual British Columbia and Yukon Bursary program known as the Bishop Thomas J. Lobsinger, OMI Memorial Bursary Program is underway. The 2025 program is now receiving applications. We are privileged to offer fourteen bursaries of $1,000.00 each to Catholic students across the Province of British Columbia. These bursaries are made available on a one-time only basis to young practicing Catholic students who are in post secondary education at a recognized institute of higher learning within the Province of British Columbia. Applications are accepted from January 1, 2025 until June 30, 2025 with the bursaries being awarded in the fall. The Terms of Reference may be found on our web site (kofcbc.org) after Jan 1, 2025.
Requests for application should be addressed to:
Christopher Chen – State Bursary Chairman
Knights of Columbus BC Charity Foundation
#333 – 1231 Pacific Boulevard
Vancouver, B.C. V6Z-0E2
Deadline for requests for application is June 1, 2025.
We would like to congratulate the many recipients once again over the past years and look forward to the opportunity to assist many more young people in the advancement of their education.
Upcoming Marriage & Family Events
Monthly (First Saturday of the month) | Pro-Life Mass and Prayer Vigil
Monthly (various Sundays until June) | Marriage Enrichment at Saint Mark's Parish
MARRIAGE AND FAMILY SERIES
The Beauty of the Faith for Practical Parenting, a talk given by Frances Dee Huang
In her talk, Frances will touch on the adventure of parenting and highlight some overarching bits of wisdom that will leave you inspired and energized as you forge along on your path. There will be plenty of time for questions.
The talk includes:
The primacy of knowing you are a beloved child of God and how this can be the effective tool for parenting
Engaging our children’s hearts and nourishing their souls
JOIN US at CHRIST THE REDEEMER PARISH – MALLON ROOM, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2025
10am Coffee and Treats
10:30 – 11:30am Talk and Question Period
Information: Jessica Choo 604-922-3526
40 DAYS FOR LIFE LENTEN CAMPAIGN sponsored by 40 Days for Life Pro-Life – Fr. Larry Lynn, Chaplain. The Campaign begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5 until Palm Sunday, April 13. For more information, please contact Father Lynn.
Financial Updates
Remember St. Edmund's in your Will
Bread & Wine
Prayer Requests
Our Parish Community is asked to pray for the Special Intention of Father Steny & Father Cannio
Our Parish Community is asked to pray for the Special Intention of Father Jeevan Prakash D'Almeda
Our Parish Community is asked to pray for the Special Intention of St. Edmund Parishioners
Our Parish Community is asked to pray for the Special Intentions of All Carmelite Priests
Our Parish Community is asked to pray for the Special Intention of Anish Rodrigues & Nileema D’Souza
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