Wednesday Weekly October 1, 2014 Print Version
1. Michael Van Adrichem
We pray for the repose of the soul of Michael van Adrichem, who passed away in Prince George on Sunday, September 28th at 90 years of age. Mike served as the first superintendent of Catholic Independent Schools Diocese of Prince George. He also spent many years as a member and Chair of the Federation of Independent Schools Association (FISA) where he was instrumental in helping to obtain partial government funding for Catholic Schools in BC. For his contributions to Catholic education and the Church, he received the “Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice” medal from Pope John Paul II, the highest medal that can be awarded to the laity. A prayer service will be held on Friday, October 3rd at 7 pm at Sacred Heart Cathedral and the Funeral Mass will take place on Saturday, October 4th at 11 am at Sacred Heart Cathedral.
2. Domano Renewal Centre – October Programs
Please post the attached flyer and put the following notice in parish bulletins:
The new month brings new programs at the Domano Renewal Centre. Take some time out before the busyness of the Christmas Season…the Women’s Retreat is scheduled for October 24-26 – this weekend retreat will leave you feeling rejuvenated and refreshed for the coming months! For information on more exciting programs, please see the attached At a Glance newsletter with details of our upcoming October programs. If you have any questions regarding our programs or to register for a program, please contact us by email at drc@pgdiocese.bc.ca or by phone 250-964-4475.
3. WCB 3rd Quarter Report – Deadline October 10th, 2014
Parishes and Schools are asked to report to Diocesan Payroll Services any WorkSafeBC (WCB) payments for the second quarter July 1st, 2014 to September 30th, 2014. Payments include those made to individuals (including replacement ministry personnel) and to contractors who are not registered with WCB. If you have not done so already, also report your first & second quarter payments for the period January 1, 2014 to July 31st, 2014. Deadline: Tuesday, October 14th. Thank you.
4. Catch the Fire
Please put the following notice in parish bulletins in the Central region:
All women are invited to attend a “Catch the Fire” presentation – Saturday November 15, 2014 at Christ Our Saviour Parish, Prince George. The Catholic Women’s League will host an information session following 9:00 am Mass until 3:30 pm. The session includes information, contemplation and friendship while finding out more about the CWL. Come out for a day of discovery! Lunch will be provided at noon. Please RSVP to Secretary, Norma Dauvin by email: andauvin@gmail.com or by phone: 250-962-1512.
5. Rachel’s Vineyard
Please put the following notice in parish bulletins:
The Diocese of Kamloops will be holding their next Rachel’s Vineyard retreat Wednesday, October 29 to Friday, October 31 at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Shrine and Retreat Centre in Cache Creek. Rachel’s Vineyard retreats are designed to bring healing for those who have undergone an abortion. This program is endorsed by the Catholic Church and those who participate find a renewed faith and peace. To register and for more information, contact Healing After Abortion: Phone 250-267-5081; email rvkamloops@yahoo.ca; website: www.sacredheartwl.ca/rachel-s-vineyard. All inquiries are held in strictest confidentiality.
6. Annual Diocesan Appeal Update
