28TH Sunday of Ordinary Time VATICAN II AT 50: INSPIRED AWAKENING

October 14, 2012

Last Wednesday, we welcomed 40 participants to the first of our five-part adult education series on the reforms of the Second Vatican Council (1962-1965) and their significance for the life of the Church today. In his opening speech to the Council on October 11, 1962, Pope John XXIII reminded the church that although the substance of the ancient doctrine of the deposit of faith is one thing, the way in which it is presented is another. In so doing, he gave them permission to explore new and creative ways to communicate the Catholic faith in all its beauty and power. Two words came to describe this task: aggiornamento (updating) and ressourcement (return to sources). This meant that the Councils necessary reforms would be rooted in the wellsprings of Scripture and the witness of the early Church. Liturgy: This first area of Church life addressed at the Council was the one in which the reforms were most immediately and universally experienced. It is the wish of the Church that all the faithful should be led to a full, conscious, and active participation in the liturgy. All the reforms that followed in the Mass the use of modern languages, renewed focus on the Scriptures and homily, communion in the hand, sharing the Eucharistic cup, restoration of the prayers of the faithful and the sign of peace, emergence of new musical forms and cultural expressions reflect this fundamental thrust. Laity: Implicit in the liturgical reforms was the emergence of a renewed identity and mission of the laity. Moving beyond a passive, pay, pray, and obey model, Vatican II affirmed the secular character of the lay vocation to bear witness to Christ in the world, while stressing a healthy interdependence in which all the baptized lay, ordained, and consecrated share equally in dignity, holiness, discipleship, and responsibility for the Church. Ecumenism: In his announcing the Council at the end of the week of Prayer for Christian Unity in 1959, Pope John laid the foundation for Vatican IIs view of Orthodox, Anglican, and Protestant believers no longer as schismatics and heretics to be condemned and converted, but as separated brethren with whom we can and must enter into fruitful dialogue, so as to seek the path of reconciliation and unity together. Humble dialogue became the hallmark of a new way of being church: within the Catholic Church, with other Christian churches, with Judaism and Islam, with the great world religions, with nonbelievers, and with the secular world as a whole. RANEE LEE BENEFIT CONCERT The RANEE LEE benefit concert is scheduled for Saturday November 24th, 2012. Tickets are presently on sale at a price of $35.00 per person. So book the date, spread the word, gather your friends, and reserve a table of 4, 8 or 10. SPACE IS LIMITED. All proceeds go towards our ongoing Hall Renovations Fundraising efforts. Celebrating Our Volunteers All volunteers, in whatever capacity you have given of your time to contribute to the life of our parish, are invited to a thank you reception. This reception will take place Friday, October 19th, 6pm-9pm. We are looking forward to enjoying this evening with all of our most appreciated volunteers. Mass of the Anointing of the Sick The annual Mass of the Anointing of the Sick will take place Saturday, October 20 at 4:00 p.m. This sacrament is intended for the elderly and those suffering from chronic disease. Those wishing to receive this special sacrament are asked to sign up ahead of time. Sign-up sheets have been placed at the back of the church. Alternately, please call the parish office (514-481-0267) to sign-up. Transportation will be provided, if needed. S. Messa Unzione Degli Ammalati La S.Messa annuale, lunzione degli ammalati, avr luogo Sabato 20 ottobre alle ore 4:00 PM. Invitiamo coloro che desiderano ricevere questo sacramento a scrivere il loro nome sui fogli posti alluscita della chiesa o a telefonare allufficio parrocchiale (514481-0267) Si necessario, si provveder al trasporto. The Winning Numbers Thanks to all the participants and volunteers who took part in the in the Hall Lottery. The final total raised was $7, 140.00 The winning numbers are: # 0346 1st Prize 2nd Prize # 0224 rd 3 Prize # 0498 # 0389 4th Prize 5th Prize # 0596 6th Prize # 0093 7th Prize # 0098 # 0640 8th Prize

St. Monicas

Mass Intentions for October 14 to 21, 2012

4:00 October 13, 2012 Vincenzo, Antonietta, Antonio & Maianna LaPosta
Winston & Mariette Oke & Son John

Our Lady's Saturday Concetta LaPosta Louise Oke Mary Maloney The 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
The Paliotti Family & Friends

Walter (Mickie) Laughlin October 14, 2012 8:30 Alba Paliotti John & Mildred Liston Ettore Lanni Giacomo Fiori Vincenzo Saluzzi Mr. & Mrs. Domenico Ambrosio October 15, 2012

FOOD PANTRY FAMILY SKATE-A-THON Our 2nd Annual Family Skate-a-Thon on behalf of our Food Pantry will be held on October 27th from 10 am to 11:30 am at the Loyola Arena. Pledge forms are available at the back of the church. For further information, please contact Deacon Dennis or Jennie Parsons-Armstrong at the rectory.

The Family Virginia Lanni & Family

His Wife Berardina & Family Maddalena Saluzzi & Family

ADULT FAITH ENRICHMENT UPCOMING EVENTS

Vatican II: The Faithful Revolution Fr. Raymond Lafontaine and Ms. Catherine Cherry will present the third session of the Vatican II The Faithful Revolution series on Wednesday, October 17th from 7 to 9 p.m. in the parish hall. Enhancing and Ensuring Quality of Life as You Age You are invited to join guest speaker, Ms. MarieClaude Gigure, on Tuesday, October 16th from 1:30 to 3:15 pm in the parish hall. Ms.Gigure will explore with us the importance of knowing about the resources available to us that will help ensure our physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing as we age. Please register by October 15th. Coffee and Conversation The Positive Approach Monika Berintan and Anna Diodati invite you to the first session of the Coffee and Conversation series on Positive Discipline. Join us on Sunday, October 21st, from 10-10:50 a.m., in the rectory. Please register by October 18th. Video Divina Fr. Raymond will present the movie La Neuvaine on Friday, November 2nd at 7 p.m. in the parish hall. Join him for this inspirational movie, followed by stimulating discussion. Please refer to www.stmonica.ca and the posters at the Church entrances for additional information. To register, kindly use the appropriate sign-up sheets at the main church entrance or contact Anna at the office. Volunteer Drivers Needed for the Mass of the Anointing Volunteers are needed to drive parishioners who will be attending the Mass of the Anointing on October 20 at 4:00 p.m. If you are able to perform this service, please sign up at the back of the church or call the parish office.

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Their Son & Family Monday, St. Theresa of Jesus The Saldanha Family Rosa Pascarella Tuesday, St. Marguerite D'Youville The Saldanha Family Wednesday, St. Ignatius of Antioch His wife Elvira Angelo Loretana Onesi Thursday St. Luke The Saldanha Family Maria Martinez & Family Friday, Weekday Maddalena Nepi Arthur & Jennifer Dickson Our Lady's Saturday Jay & Louise Louise Oke Connie McLaughlin The 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time His Brother Poce Family Rosa Salvati & Family The Rotiroti Family His Wife The Ambrosio Family

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The Intentions of Eric & Peggy D'Souza Vincenzo Stasi & Family October 16, 2012 The Intentions of Eric & Lulu Pereira October 17, 2012 Ermando Giuseppe Nudo Sanda Onesi October 18, 2012 The Intentions of Terry Fernandez Carmela Italia October 19, 2012 Giovanna Nepi Joan Dickson October 20, 2012 Anita Mathieu Julia Pierre Walter (Mickie) Laughlin October 21, 2012 Stanislawa Trousz Luigina Cicciarelli Sr. Ann Murphy, SNJM Fioravante Rotiroti Leonardo Ricciardi
Justina & Giuseppe Micone

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Thank you for supporting your parish Last weeks collection was: $3,615.65 Hall Renovation Fund: $2,469.00 (Including raffle)