26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
This week in the Church
CWL COFFEE SUNDAY & BAKE SALE this Sunday, September 25th after all Masses
The Rosary will be prayed every day at 6pm in front of the Grotto for World Peace especially for Ukraine and Russia until the end of the summer. You are cordially invited to join in.
Important Updates
SAVE THE DATE for the Harvest Moon Barn Dance, Saturday October 22, 2022 at 5:30pm for Socializing, followed by dinner at 6:30pm “Put your blue jeans on. It’s time to saddle up”. Volunteers and sponsors needed. Contact Maria De Lucrezia at maridelucrezia@hotmail.com or 604-619-6249 or Marie Dayton at madayton123@gmail.com or 778 927 4542
Tickets are $45.00 per person & $10.00 for children under 12
Tickets will go on sale next weekend after all Masses; get yours early so you don’t miss out.
A Pilgrimage to the Holy Land including Cairo, Sinai, Bethlehem, Nazareth and Petra will happen between November 7th & November 20th Information is available from Brian Andrade (778-999-4599)
Helping Refugees
The Parish is in the process of welcoming a family of 5 to North Vancouver. If you would like to help, please join the Refugee Committee by contacting the Parish Office
Parking Lot Paving/Drainage Repair Update
With gratitude, we have raised $154,554 of the estimated $190,000 needed to complete these projects. Work will begin on the parking lot the first week of July.
Reflections
Caring for the Poor
A major theme in the Gospel of Luke is the importance of the care of the poor in the life of discipleship. In the parable found in today's Gospel, Jesus contrasts the life of a rich man and the poor man, Lazarus, who lives in the shadow of the rich man and his wealth. Both die. Lazarus finds himself in heaven; the rich man in the netherworld. The rich man asks for assistance from Lazarus in his torment. But Abraham reminds the rich man of the good things he had in his life and describes the current situation as a reversal of fortunes. The rich man then asks that Lazarus be sent to warn his family, but this is denied with the reminder that Moses and the prophets have warned of judgment for those who neglect the care of the poor.
In the context of Luke's Gospel, this parable, delivered in the presence of a crowd of listeners, is part of Jesus' response to some Pharisees. These Pharisees are described in Luke's Gospel as “loving money.” (Note: The Pharisees were followers of a sect of Judaism active before, during, and after Jesus' lifetime. They taught an oral interpretation of the Law of Moses as the basis for popular Jewish piety. They put less emphasis on Temple worship and more on applying the law to everyday life. Though they are often portrayed negatively in the Gospels, they shared many of Jesus' and the early Church's concerns about the law.) Jesus observed that the actions of some Pharisees betrayed misplaced priorities: they spoke one way but acted in another. The story of the rich man and Lazarus demonstrates the importance of the care of the poor and is a reminder to those who would follow Jesus of the unimportance of wealth in the eyes of God.
~ Loyola Press
Mass Intentions
Sunday, September 25
Repose Trinidad Cuenca Serafin & Felipa Ilacad by Florendo family
Repose Serafino & Maria Cusano & Enza Romano by Cusano family
Repose Pat Hartner by Zofia Bronowska
Repose John Cusanelli by wife Giovanna
Spec. Intention Kay Peji-Cinco by Rojo family
Monday, September 26
Repose St. Edmund Parishioners
Spec. Intention for all Priests around the World by Rosa Zivarts
Tuesday, September 27
Repose Pat Barnet by Leisha O’Toole
Repose Sr. John Vincent by Elizabeth Livingston
Wednesday, September 28
Repose Joe & Tommy Kane by Roz Kerr
Spec, Intention Ana Dimapilis by Rojo family
Thursday, September 29
Repose David Campbell by Liz Wong
Friday, September 30
Spec. Intention Brandon Teng by Elizabeth Wong
Saturday, October 1
Repose Teresita Rotairo by Rolando, Bella & family
Repose Rosario & Gerson Frias by family
If you need a Mass Intention, please contact the Parish Office
Events
Parish
Parish Groups
ST. Edmund's Christian Meditation Group
Re-starting "In Person" Meditation Sessions
Date: All Mondays at 7:00 PM
Participation in person:
please contact Luis Zunino - lzunino@gzarchitects.com or at 604-987-8304
Option to participate via ZOOM:
For an introductory conversation, please contact Luis Zunino - lzunino@gzarchitects.com or at 604-987-8304 – Afterwards, A ZOOM link will be provided
CWL
Catholic Women’s League meetings are now in person on the 2nd Thursday of each month @ 7pm – no meetings during the summer
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 – no meetings during the summer
School
St. Edmund's Elementary School
St. Thomas Aquinas Secondary School
STA Oktoberfest Night - Saturday, October 29th - Please join us for a fun-filled evening.
Tickets are $35 each and will include:
a hot catered meal
live entertainment by the band, The Oktoberfesters
prizes for best dressed couples in lederhosen and dirndls
50/50 raffle
photo booth
Organize your friends now and get ready to purchase your tickets next week! This event is open to all the STA Community who are 19 year of age and older.
The STA Giving & Gratitude Annual Fund Walkathon - Our much-loved STA Giving & Gratitude Annual Fund Walkathon launches Thursday, September 15th. This is our major fundraiser for the year where all of the funds raised are immediately invested in the needs of current students
Religious Education
PREP
Every Wednesday, September 21st – 6-7pm
PREP Classes for 2022-23
We are happy to announce that starting September 21st, our PREP in-person classes will commence, every Wednesday evening from 6:00pm to 7:00pm in the school and gym. The goal of PREP is to assist parents in the religious education of children attending public school (K to 7) to prepare them to receive the Sacraments (Reconciliation and the Eucharist in grade 2, and Confirmation in grade 7).To register, please email prepatsteds@shaw.ca, or contact the Parish office.
PREP Teachers/Volunteers Needed:
The PREP Program is made possible by the dedicated parents and parishioners who volunteer their time, talents and love for both their faith and children. If you would like to volunteer, we would be very grateful for your generosity. No experience is necessary. Please contact the Parish office or Father Steny.
Children's Choir Training
Every Saturday at 10 AM
Altar Servers’ Training
Every Saturday 11 - 11:30am
Archdiocese Events
Pro-Life
Please join us as we gather here and in 31 other B.C. communities as thousands across Canada and the US stand in prayerful and peaceful witness on behalf of abortion’s many victims.
Little Flower Academy
Is hosting their Annual OPEN HOUSE on Wednesday, October 12th at 6:00pm and is accepting applications from prospective Grade Eight candidates for the 2023-2024 school year. All students wishing to apply must sit the ENTRANCE EXAM on Saturday, December 3, 2022. For more information and online application, please visit their website (www.lfabc.org) or contact Kathi Wilson, Registrar at wilsonk@lfabc.org or 604-738-9016 ext. 114
Moms & Tots Group
Ukrainian Families in Need
We are looking for temporary accommodation for a Ukrainian family of 3, mother, daughter (17 years and speaks English) and son (7). If you can help, please contact Gloria Lowe at glorialowe@telus.net.
We are also looking for a long-term rent accommodation for a Ukrainian family of 4 (mother, father, and 2 kids, 10yrs and 12 years). They have just arrived in Canada and are looking for a place to rent. The father has already got a job, the mother has a work permit, and the kids also have their study permits. If you can help, please contact Chris Charles at chris.chunga@gmail.com.
Synod
Pope Francis has decided the next world Synod of Bishops at the Vatican, which will take place in October 2022, will have the theme: "For a synodal church: Communion, participation and mission." With that in mind, there will be information cards available at the Church entrance with Topics of Conversation suggested on the reverse side and encouraging us to check for updates on the Archdiocese site www.rcav.org/synod
Project Advance 2022
A Letter from the Archbishop
Special Gifts
Remember a loved one with a special gift
Bread and Wine
Financial Updates
Parking Lot Paving/Drainage Repair Update
Remember St Edmund's in your Will
Prayer Requests and Advertisements
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