Diocesan News

April 13, 2007

FROM THE DIOCESAN CENTRE

ADULT FAITH DEVELOPMENT: Who are we as Christians and Muslims called to be builders of peace. Presenter: Prof Fabrice Blée, Saint Paul University. Panelists: Ms. Noha Beshor, Mr. Carl Hétu, Sr. M. Jean Goulet, Dr. Aisha Sherazi. .Sat., April 14. Cost: $15. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn. Info: Carol (738-5025 X 251); (ckuzmochka@ecclesia-ottawa.org). Registrations: (abrown@ecclesia-ottawa.org); (738-5025 X 217).

ACHIEVE SPIRITUAL GROWTH IN TIMES OF ADVERSITY: For Separated and Divorced Catholics. Speaker: Deacon Paul Coderre. Wed., April 18, 7:30 p.m. Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn Place. No registration required; free session. Info: Deacon Paul Coderre (613-738-5025, Ext 222); (deaconpaul@ecclesia-ottawa.org). All are welcome.

COME AND SEE FOR MEN: Have you ever thought of becoming a priest? Our "Come and See" group meets each month for fellowship, prayer and discussion. The next meeting is on Fri., Apr. 20. Info: Msgr. Len Lunney (613-738-5025).

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS (Sun., April 29): Our liturgy today will remind us of the need for and our duty to work and pray for generous young people to shepherd God’s people.

ANNUAL DIOCESAN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS: For couples celebrating their 25, 40, 50, 60th or more anniversary this year. Notre Dame Cathedral, Sun., May 6, 2:30 p.m. Please return the completed registration form (available from your parish) before April 27. Info: (738-5025 X 217).

DIOCESAN FEAST – CELEBRATION OF ARCHBISHOP GERVAIS’ EPISCOPAL MINISTRY IN OTTAWA: Notre Dame Cathedral, Thursday, May 31, 7:30 p.m. Please note the change of date and plan to attend.

DIOCESAN YOUTH OFFICE: Info on parish ministries, diocesan events, training, etc. (www.ottawacatholicyouth.com).

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FORUM ON CATHOLIC SCHOOLS AND THEIR FUTURE: Led by Nickie Levesque, chaplain of St. Pat's High School. An opportunity to voice concerns, ask questions, and hear the views of concerned Catholics. A synthesis of the responses and comments will be forwarded to the school board. Wed. April 18, 7:00 p.m., Resurrection of Our Lord parish. Info: (613-733-4661).

CALDWELL FAMILY CENTRE – SPRING SALE: Garage sale, plants and home baked treats. Sat., April 21, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. St. Bonaventure Church (basement), 1359 Chatelain Ave (Kirkwood). Info: (613-728-1268).

AUTHORS SPEAK ON FAMILY, MARRIAGE & PARENTING: “Good Families Don’t Just Happen”. Sat., April 21, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. at The Chamber, Ben Franklin Place, Centrepointe. Speakers: Dr. Joseph Garcia-Prats & Catherine Garcia-Prats. Info: (www.garcia-prats.com). Tickets: Gillian Roussy (819- 770-3578); (gdroussy@magma.ca).

ACTION LIFE WORKSHOP: On Stem Cell Research, Euthanasia and Abortion. Presenters from ‘Action Life’. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish (St. Laurent, north of Montreal Rd). Wed., Apr. 25, 7:00 p.m. Info: (613-744-2871).

WOMEN'S HEALTH SEMINAR: Dr. Chris Kahlenborn, author of a study analyzing the link between breast cancer and the Pill, will discuss his recent findings, published in the peer-reviewed Mayo Clinic Proceedings. Wed., April 25, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. on Parliament Hill, and on Thurs., April 26, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. at the Laurentian Leadership Centre, 252 Metcalfe St. Seminars are free. Info: (info@imfcanada.org); (www.imfcanada.org). Open to everyone.

RUMMAGE SALE: Resurrection Church, 1940 Saunderson Drive. Saturday, April 28, 2007, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. All proceeds to support SOCIAL ACTION in our community. Info: (613-733-4661).

WAUPOOS FOUNDATION BENEFICIARY OF BON APPETIT: For more info & to purchase tickets: (www.bonappetitottawa.ca). Event happens Tuesday, May 1.

PLAY HONOURING YOUNG MEN WHO WENT TO WAR: “The Boys of St. Pat’s”. An original play based on the boys of St. Patrick’s High School who went off to war between 1939 – 1945. Presented by the St. Pat’s Drama Club. May 2, 3 & 4, 7:30 p.m. Students & Seniors $5; Adults $6. Veterans & spouses admitted free; contact Mrs. M Johnson, St. Patrick’s High School (613-733-0501).

WOMEN OF PEACE IN OUR SCRIPTURES AND HISTORIES – ISLAM, JUDAISM, CHRISTIANITY: An evening of reflection and sharing. Speakers: Shelina Merani, co-ordinator of Muslim Presence in Ottawa; Deborah Gorham, Professor at Carleton University; Dolores Hall, D.M., Christian Spirituality. St Basil’s Church, May 3, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. Free will offering for ‘Les Artisanes de la Paix / Women for Peace’. Info: (613-236-6557); (kairos@bellnet.ca).

COMPANIONS OF THE CROSS ‘FOUNDATION DAY’: Mass on Fri. May 4, 7:30 p.m. at St. Mary's Church (reception to follow in the parish hall). Archbishop Marcel Gervais is the special guest, as the CC’s honour him for the instrumental role he played in their development as a new Society of Apostolic Life. Everyone is welcome! Info: (613-728-9811).

WAUPOOS ANNUAL SPRING CLEANING DAY: Followed by mass and potluck supper. Saturday, May 5, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Located at 2050 Rideau Rd behind the Ottawa Airport (at Bowesville). Info: (www.waupoos.com).

GIGANTIC YARD SALE & BBQ: St. Clement Church, Saturday, May 5, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Corner of Russell and Mann). Info: (613-565-9656).

WAUPOOS ANNUAL NITE AT THE RACES: Buy tickets, donate a silent auction item and/or advertise your business in the race program. Thursday, May 17. Info: (613-822-2189); (www.waupoos.com).