Wednesday Weekly January 28, 2015 Print Version
1. Statistical Report
Parishes are asked to please fill in the statistical information requested on the attached form and return it to Mary-Anne Lewis Jamin by February 13th, 2015. This information is needed for the Annual Rome Report. Contact Mary-Anne at (250)964-4424 ext 234 or majamin@pgdiocese.bc.ca if you have any questions. Thank you.
Parish stats request re Rome Report
2. World Day for Consecrated Life – February 2nd, 2015
Parishes are reminded to place the following notice in parish bulletins this weekend:
In light of the Year for Consecrated Life and in recognition of their dedicated ministry to our diocese, all parishioners are invited to a special celebration in honor of our religious women and men. A Mass will be held on Monday, February 2nd, 2015 at 7:00 pm at Sacred Heart Cathedral followed by a reception in the lower church. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
3. Religious Education Trust
Parishes, missions, schools and diocesan agencies are reminded that funds are available through the Religious Education Trust Fund to “encourage and support initiatives for religious education/faith formation”. You are encouraged to take advantage of the funding that is available to assist individuals and groups to participate in religious education/faith formation opportunities. A poster, Terms of Reference, brochure and the application form is attached and also available online at www.pgdiocese.bc.ca. Please share this information with all who may be eligible to apply. The deadline for applications for spring disbursements is April 1, 2015.
RET – Terms of Reference Jan-15
4. Monthly Day of Adoration
Please put the following notice in parish bulletins in the Central Region:
Emmanuel Hermitage invites you to a Personal Date with Jesus on February 10th in the Domano Chapel (at the Domano Renewal Centre, 6500 Southridge Ave). Mass will be celebrated at 7:30 a.m. and the Blessed Sacrament will be exposed from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. for a day of silent prayer and adoration. We will pray especially for the people and needs of our Diocese, the universal Church, and the world. In particular we will pray for the protection of all human life, for vocations, and for the intentions of those participating in the day. Please mark your calendar on the second Tuesday of each month for Personal Dates with Jesus days.
5. February at a Glance
The February at a Glance newsletter for the Domano Renewal Centre is attached. The Domano Renewal Centre will be hosting visitors during the 2015 Canada Winter Games being held in Prince George from February 13 – March 1. Please note the change of venue to Bethany for programs being held during February.