SAINT FRANCIS XAVIER PARISH

Fr. Peter Proulx, Pastor Sr. Sheila Whelan GSIC Deacon Don Smith
331 Plaunt Street, South; P.O. Box 396
Renfrew, Ontario K7V 4A6
Tel: (613) 432-5825 Fax: (613) 432-6663
E mail: sfx.parish@on.aibn.com Web Site: www.sfxrenfrew.blogspot.com
“St. Francis Xavier, a welcoming faith community lovingly sharing the gifts of God.”

4TH SUNDAY OF EASTER

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MAY 3 2009
PRAYERS FOR THE DECEASED: We pray for our loved ones who have died recently,
especially Anita Hanniman and Mary Hanniman.
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK AND SHUT-IN: “Let us raise up in prayer those who seek
God’s healing love, those at the hospital, hospice and at home. May your struggle
be consoled by Christ’s love“.

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS: Each year the 4th Sunday of Easter is dedicated as a
day of prayer for Vocations.
This Sunda y, May 3rd, please pray for vocations, that we may all be faithful to our calling to the single,
Sunday,
married and religious life. Yo
Youu are asked also to pray for vocations to the Diocesan Priesthood. May
those called by God be open to God’s call and responsive to God’s guidance in their lives. Youth who
are in High School or older are invited to come to the Cathedral on Sunday, May 3rd at 5:15 p.m. to
cel
celeebrate Pentecost with Bishop Mulhall. After mass you are invited to supper and a talk by our Bishop.

ST. FRANCIS XAVIER PARISH BURSARY: The annual recipient of a bursary

presented to any high school student who is going on to further their
education is chosen by the Pastoral Council at their June meeting. A
student from either high school in Renfrew may apply by picking up the
necessary paperwork from the parish office. Applications must be
st
returned to the office by June 1 .

LET‘S JOURNEY TOGETHER — Mary the mother of God – The human Mary – Her
role in today’s church. Please come and join us. Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the parish hall.

CATHOLIC EDUCATION WEEK IN ONTARIO

Our Catholic schools were, are and will continue to be an important part of parish community life. With our parents
and the parish community, our Catholic schools play an essential role in nurturing the faith of our students. Our
parish Catholic schools invite parishioners to join them in celebrating Catholic Education Week 2009 from
Sunday, May 3rd to Friday, May 8th, 2009. The theme for this year is “Catholic Education: Good News for
All“. During this week, the Catholic community celebrates the distinctive contribution that Catholic schools
make to our students, our community, to our society and to the Province at large. Catholic schools, in response
to their authentic mission, strive to integrate Gospel values into every aspect of the school’s life and curriculum.
All parishioners are encouraged to participate in prayer celebrations and activities at our parish schools during
Catholic Education Week 2009.

S T. F R A N C I S X AV I E R PA R I S H L O T T E RY 2 0 0 9
We had another successful ticket distribution last weekend. Thank you to all who are helping us to
reach our goal of a sell out of all 2500 books of tickets. To date over 1850 books have been distributed,
and some monies returned. If you have not picked up tickets yet to buy or sell please consider doing
so as this is a major fundraiser for the Parish. If you require more tickets please call one of the
Lottery Committee members and we will deliver them to you. Tickets are also available at the
Parish office during office hours.
~ Ken Harris 432-3961 Diane Dillon 432-3443 Richard Laxton 432-3861 ~

BAPTISMS: We welcome to the Christian Community the child baptized at St.

Francis Xavier last weekend. As the Parents and Sponsors made a commitment to
share with this child our Catholic faith, we as a faith community offer our on-going
support to: * CLAIRE YVONNE RICHARDS, daughter of Sean & Liz
 LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
Please carefully note the times of the daily Liturgies
MON May
4 7:00 p.m. Helen Valliquette – Elaine Turner
TUE May
5 9:30 a.m. Jack Sherlock – Barry & Eve Yantha
WED May
6 4:15 p.m. Sister Mary Bernard – Michael Sulpher
THU May
7 10:30 a.m. Bonnechere Manor: Tom & Pat Bolger – Mary Mask
12:10 p.m. Mom, Dad & Grandmother – Darlene & Fay
FRI May 8 8:00 a.m. Darlene Kennelly – Shirley Kennelly
SAT May 9 5:00 p.m. M.P. & Catherine Kusluski & Dec’d Family Members – The Estate
SUN May 10 10:30 a.m. Ambrose Kluke – The Estate
Intentions of the Parishioners – Father Proulx
LITURGICAL ROLES THIS WEEK AT S.F.X.:
5th Sunday of Easter May 9th/10th, 2009 *Mon. Bereavement Grp. 7:30 p.m.
SATURDAY EVENING MASS - 5:00 p.m. (Mtg. Rm #1)
MINISTERS OF THE WORD – J. Cuff; J. Lemay *Mon. P.P.C. 7:30 p.m.
MINISTERS OF HOSPITALITY – E. & G. Boose; (Mtg. Rm. #2 )
C. & D. Sulpher * Tues. Finance & Property Cmte. 7:00 p.m.
MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST – R. & N. Connors;
(Mtg. Rm. #2)
C. Sulpher; G. Blanchette; T. Lemenchick
SERVERS – K. Dowdall; B. Kingsbury;
*Tues. Adult Faith Discussion Group 7:00 p.m.
H. & M. O’Neill (Large Hall)
SUNDAY MORNING MASS - 10:30 a.m. *Sun. Confirmation Prep. Mtg. 9:00 a.m.
MINISTERS OF THE WORD – S.J.H.S. Students (Large Hall)
MINISTERS OF HOSPITALITY – S.J.H.S. Students
C.W.L. RUMMAGE SALE: Donations of clothing,
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS – D. Varrin; T. Fiebig
small household items, books, jewelry, toys small
T. & K. Mann; D. Yemen
household appliances will be gratefully accepted
SERVERS – S. J. H. S. Students
Thursday, May 21st, 10 – 4 and Friday, May
CHILDREN’S LITURGY: A. Ryan; C. Humphries
22nd, 9 – 6 at the Parish hall. Rummage Sale
ALTAR SERVERS, HOSPITALITY Saturday, May 23rd from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
MINISTERS, READERS, COMMENTATORS Pick-up available. Gladys Curry 613-432-3864 or
& EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: current Marilyn Campbell 613-432-5735. Proceeds to charity.
schedule runs until June 14. The next CONGRATULATIONS: to Amanda Limlaw,
schedule will cover the period of June 20 winner of the Altar Server draw for April.
to September 27. If you have any plans to
be away during that period please contact “LIFE IN THE SPIRIT” SEMINAR: Knights of
Anne Smith at hydrobaysmith@aol.com or Columbus Hall, Wednesdays, at 7 p.m. For info
by phone at 613-646-2250 before May 31. call Elsie Coulas (432-2584) or see posters.
Thank you for volunteering, it is much SUNDAY OFFERING: $3,874.59
appreciated. $3,719.59 [245 postings] +
$155.00 [9 EFT postings]).
♫Musical performance♫: Any performers –
vocalists, musicians, dancers – interested in participating in SHARE LENT : $11,446.05
May God bless you abundantly
a musical performance at the Parish Supper, Sunday, June for your generosity.
14th are asked to contact Mary Hass at 613-432-5104. ♫ ♫
MA-TE-WAY AQUATIC CENTRE COMMITTEE presents Senator Wilbert Keon with his
presentation onth“Health, Well-Being and Productivity” at Ma-te-way Commmunity Hall on
Tuesday, May 5 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $2/per person in advance at Dahl‘s Convenience Store
& Aikenhead‘s Drug Store; $5 at the door. Proceeds to The Heart Institute.
MARCH FOR LIFE: The annual March for Life on Parliament Hill will be held on Thursday,
May 14th. Calabogie/Renfrew Pro-Life will have a bus travelling to Ottawa that morning
leaving the Best Western Renfrew Inn promptly at 8 a.m. There will be a brief stop for pick
up at No Frills in Arnprior. All are welcome. For more info or to reserve a seat on the bus,
please call Jackie at (613) 433-9284 or Gertie at (613) 432-4719).
HIGH SCHOOL AGE SUMMER YOUTH CONFERENCE (Grade 9 – 12): The Diocese of Pembroke is
organizing a bus to “Journey to the Father” conference July 17th – 19th in the Diocese
of Alexandria/Cornwall. Don’t stay at home bored! This is an incredible weekend
of fun, faith and friends. Chaperones required for large groups. Deadline May 15th.
Registration info available at the parish or contact FLYMO 613-732-7933 ex. 208
PILGRIMAGE TOUR TO OBERAMMERGAU, GERMANY: Passion Play (staged once every 10 years) in
2010. Info meeting with COLLETTE VACATIONS Representative. Tuesday, May 19th @ 7:00 7:00 p.m. at
the Diocesan Office, 188 Renfrew Street, Pembroke. For more info, please contact Paul J. Morris at
paulmorris@pembrokediocese.com or 613-732-7933 ext. 207.
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP, BRAESIDE: Parish Supper on Sunday, May 24th from
2 – 6 p.m. } BBQ chicken and sll the fixings } Adults: $12; Children under 12 – $5; Children
under 6 – Free. Please see posters.