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Rocky Mountain House - St. Matthew

January 15, 2017 – Second Sunday in Ordinary Time (A)

ST. MATTHEW PARISH AND MISSIONS Rocky Mountain House - St. Matthew Church

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INTRODUCTION TO THE LITURGY OF THE SUNDAY

As disciples, we have been called to witness to Christ before others and to be his holy presence in the world. As we move back into ordinary time

after our Christmas celebrations, we are invited to continue to reflect on the great mystery of God’s presence in our world through Christ, whose birth we have just celebrated. That invitation challenges us to conform our lives to his so that we might bear witness to the truth and hope he brings to us, as individuals and as a community of faith. The first reading speaks of how God chose Israel to serve as a light to the nations so the message of salvation may reach the ends of the earth. Saint Paul greets the community in Corinth by reminding them of their vocation to holiness and prayer. In the Gospel, John the Baptist testifies that Jesus is the Son of God.

CATHOLIC FAITH CALENDARS - 2017 $3.00 EACH

There are so many different calendars out there. We invite you to purchase Catholic Calendar, where we have all the Liturgical Celebrations during the year. The liturgical year gives meaning to just what we are suppose to do with our lives as we emulate Jesus Christ. It is His life and the Paschal Mystery that helps us to understand the reason for His incarnation.

References are an important part of any job application. We choose them with great care, often searching for people with authority

and responsibility. We ask their permission to use their names and give them freedom to speak honestly about us. In addition to

knowing us, they must be trustworthy and honorable – able to assess our strengths and weaknesses and to articulate them. A lot

depends on their judgment. When John came to write his Gospel, he saw Jesus as God’s candidate, and John the Baptist as the

one giving the reference. The Baptist gives us a credible and trustworthy reference, boldly proclaiming the truth about Jesus as

Savior. How should we respond to this reference? Only in the personal and intimate knowledge of Christ, found in the life of faith

and service, we truly witness to what we believe about Jesus. May our reference this week on behalf of Jesus be one that speaks

from our hearts, and gives honest assessment of the difference he makes in our lives so that others might just be intrigued and

might ask the question: How can I, too, encounter the Lamb of God?

WORKSHOP FOR PROCLAIMERS OF GOD’S WORD

Jan. 17, 2017 – 7.00 PM (Tuesday) or Jan. 21, 2017 – 8.00 PM (Saturday)

Explore what is the Liturgy of the Word. The role of readers - Proclaimers of the Word.

Reading Scripture aloud is more than merely reading the words well; rather, we are called to

proclaim fully all the life within those words. This workshop introduces practical information

for our parishioners involved in the ministry of the Proclaimers. Please, attend one session.

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LITURGICAL MINISTRIES

Date and Time Greeter(s) - Gifts Bearers Proclaimers Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

Jan. 14, 2017 at 07.00 PM Faye Boyle 1 Orville Kittleson 2 Leo Pelletier H. Laurier Nobert C1. Ernie Murias C2. Annette Valstar

Jan. 15, 2017 at 09.00 AM CWL and Knights of Columbus will serve in ministries today

Jan. 21, 2017 at 07.00 PM Andrew & Valerie Schulte 1 Laverne Froese 2 Laurier Nobert H. Ernie Murias C1. JoAnne Como C2. Christine Pugsley

Jan. 22, 2017 at 09.00 AM Julie Layden 1 Linda Collinson 2 Rhonda Caluttung H. Jim Marland C1. Lori Hughes C2. Dave Parfitt

WORLD DAY OF MIGRANTS AND REFUGEES January 15

A World Day of Migrants and Refugees is observed in many places in solidarity with the World Refugee

Day promoted by the United Nations and observed since 2001 on 20 June. This January observance was

instituted by Saint Pius X in 1914. “The phenomenon of migration today is providential opportunity for

the proclamation of the Gospel in the contemporary world” (Pope Benedict XVI, 2012).

BIBLE STUDY - WALKING TOWARDS ETERNITY Sunday – January 15, 2017 10.30 AM - 12.30 PM

BIBLE STUDY - MEETING JESUS IN THE GOSPEL OF JOHN Monday – January 16, 2017 07.00 PM - 9.00 PM

WORKSHOP - FOR PROCLAIMERS OF GOD’S WORD Tuesday – January 17, 2017 07.00 PM - 08.00 PM

CONFIRMATION CLASS

Thursday – January 19, 2017 07.00 PM - 08.30 PM

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS MEETING Thursday – January 19, 2017 07.15 PM

LITTLE FLOWERS/BLUE KNIGHTS MEETING Saturday – January 21, 2017 09.30 AM - 11.30 AM

WORKSHOP - FOR PROCLAIMERS OF GOD’S WORD Saturday – January 21, 2017 08.00 PM - 09.00 PM

BEAUTIFUL BREAKFAST Sunday – January 22, 2017 After 9.00 AM Mass

BIBLE STUDY - WALKING TOWARDS ETERNITY Sunday – January 22, 2017 10.30 AM - 12.30 PM

LITTLE FLOWERS GIRLS’ CLUB BLUE KNIGHTS BOYS’ CLUB

Little Flowers Girls' Club and Blue Knights Boys' Club are faith formation programs for children ages 4-12. We meet at St. Matthew Church one Saturday a month from 9.30 AM to 11.30 AM. Each month children study a saint and a virtue, memorize a Scripture verse, and complete a variety of fun activities that relate to the month's teaching. To register call Taner Boniface (403) 844-7569 or Rhonda Caluttung (403) 846-0404.

Next meeting - Saturday, January 21, 2017 09.30 AM – 11.30 AM

NEXT BEAUTIFUL BREAKFAST Jan. 22, 2017 - After 9.00 AM Mass

All parishioners are invited for the Beautiful Breakfast following 9.00 AM on Sunday, Jan. 22, 2017

NEXT BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASS

Thursday, January 26, 2017 - 07.15 PM Rocky Mountain House – St. Matthew

Please, register before January 19, 2017. * Email office@smprmh.ca or call at 403-845-3457, if you plan to attend.

THE WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY

The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is celebrated around the world on January 18-25, which are also the dates recommended by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops. However there has also been a long-standing practice by a number of communities to celebrate the Week of Prayer on optional dates, in order to include two Sundays which in 2017 would be January 15-22. This universal week of prayer encourages Christians of all denominations to meet, to participate in various liturgical and other community activities, and to pray together that all may be one, as Christ desires. The importance of unity among Christians and the responsibility of the people of each parish to work for this unity should be emphasized throughout the week. All members of the parish should seek to have a deeper understanding of ecumenism.

LIFE IN THE SPIRIT SEMINAR FEBRUARY 17 – 19, 2017

Transforming Everyday Christians Into Spirit-Filled Warriors What if you could trade your mundane, everyday life

for an unimaginable adventure with God? What if you started a journey today that could change your life and destiny from the natural to supernatural? More details about this Seminar will be provided soon!

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2015 PASTORAL NOTE ON THE REVISED GIRM AND MISSAL

The revised English-language Roman Missal for Canada was published in 2011by the Canadian

Conference of Catholic Bishops. Its contents include the revised General Instruction of the

Roman Missal with the adaptations approved for Canada.

The Church in the English speaking world has celebrated the Sacred Liturgy according to the

revised GIRM and revised English translation for close to four years. This is an opportune time

to evaluate our liturgical practice as envisioned in 2011 when the revised GIRM and translation

were implemented.

I once again wish to affirm that the Sacred Liturgy in the Archdiocese has been celebrated well.

In my visits to our many parishes I have observed that liturgical ministers are generally very

well prepared and exercise their roles in a dignified manner.

I wish to bring to your particular attention the posture to be assumed for the Consecration. The GIRM makes

clear that the posture to be assumed by the faithful at this point in the Mass is kneeling. Therefore, in the Archdiocese

of Edmonton the faithful are to kneel at the conclusion of the Sanctus and to stand when the priest announces "The

Mystery of Faith." Those who may not be able to kneel for such reasons as infirmity or lack of space are invited to

make a profound bow when the celebrant genuflects at the Consecration of the bread and again at the Consecration

of the wine. For your information, this same directive will be given by the other Latin Rite Bishops of Alberta and

the Northwest Territories to their faithful.

Specific Directives for the Archdiocese of Edmonton

The directives follow the numbering of the revised GIRM and pertain only to a select number of its paragraphs.

Prior to noting changes to current practice called for by the GIRM, The following directives are highlighted in order

to assure a consistent practice in the Archdiocese and a conformity with the universal law of the Church. The oneness

of our faith is to be apparent in the unity of our gestures and posture at the Sacred Liturgy (cf. GIRM, 96).

Number 43: In addition to what has been said above regarding kneeling at the Consecration, the following is to be

observed:

Standing from the invitation Pray, brethren before the Prayer Over the Gifts.

It is not necessary for all to remain standing throughout the entire Communion rite until all have received.

Paragraph 43 is intended to ensure within broad limits a certain uniformity of posture within the congregation

for the various parts of the celebration of the Holy Mass, but this is not to be interpreted so rigidly that people

wishing to sit or kneel immediately after receiving the Lord in Holy Communion are not free to do so.

Number 45: Sacred silence also, as part of the celebration, is to be observed at the designated times. Its nature,

however, depends on the moment when it occurs in the different parts of the celebration. For in the Penitential Act

and again after the invitation to pray, individuals recollect themselves; whereas after a reading or after the Homily,

all meditate briefly on what they have heard; then after Communion, they praise God in their hearts and pray to him.

Even before the celebration itself, it is a praiseworthy practice for silence to be observed in the church, in the

sacristy, in the vesting room, and in adjacent areas, so that all may dispose themselves to carry out the sacred

celebration in a devout and fitting manner.

Number 53: The text of the Gloria must not be replaced by another text. Musical settings of the Gloria with words

other than the official text are not to be used.

Number 82: The sign of peace is given by a handshake or a bow only to those nearby and in a dignified manner.

Number 83: The breaking of the Eucharistic Bread is reserved to the Priest, who may be assisted by a Deacon or a

concelebrant. This reservation of function is to apply as well to the apportioning of Hosts among ciboria prior to their

distribution to the faithful.

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Number 86: The Communion chant begins as the Priest Celebrant receives the Sacred Host. This means that

music ministers will receive Holy Communion after all others have received.

Number 100-101: Note the important distinction made between instituted readers and acolytes, on the one

hand, and deputed lay ministers on the other. In our Archdiocese, the only duly instituted readers and acolytes

are those in preparation for Holy Orders.

Number 117:

The altar is to be covered with a white cloth (cf. also 304).

The altar candles are to be lit prior to the beginning of Mass. They are to remain lit until after recessional.

The number of lighted candles can vary in accordance with the nature of the celebration, but there are to be

at least two lit candles in any celebration of the Mass.

On the altar or near it is to be a Cross adorned with a figure of Christ crucified. If the processional Cross

is placed near the altar then a Cross need not be placed on the altar.

The processional Cross is to be adorned with a figure of Christ crucified.

Number 120: Only the Book of the Gospels, not the Lectionary, may be carried in the procession. The Lectionary is

to be placed on the Ambo prior to the beginning of Mass (cf. 118). The Book of the Gospels is not carried out in the

recessional.

Number 134: When about to proclaim the Gospel, the Priest greets the people with hands joined. Of course, this

holds as well when a Deacon proclaims the Gospel (cf. 175).

Number 150:

At the Consecration, a small bell may be rung by the server at each elevation by the Priest.

When the Host and Chalice are shown to the people, incense may also be used.

Number 151: The memorial acclamation is to be taken from one of the approved formulas. Substitutions are not

permitted.

At the end of the Eucharistic Prayer, the Priest takes the paten with the host and chalice and elevates them

both while pronouncing alone the doxology Through him. (cf. 236)

Number 154: The priest is to remain in the sanctuary when giving the sign of peace.

Number 157: At Communion, the priest now has the option of holding the host above the paten or above the chalice

when he says Behold the Lamb of God.

Number 160: The distribution of Holy Communion.

The lay faithful are not to take the Host or the chalice by themselves. Neither may they pass the paten or

chalice among themselves. They are to receive Communion from the Priest, Deacon, or deputed lay minister.

The posture for receiving Communion is standing. Allowance is made in the GIRM for those who wish

to receive kneeling to do so.

While standing before the minster of Communion, the recipient makes a bow of the head before reception.

Reception of the Host may be either in the hand or on the tongue.

When receiving on the hand, one hand is to be placed over the other, so that the Host may be placed by the

minister in the hand. The practice of the recipient taking the host from the minister is to be discontinued. The

Host is to be consumed immediately upon receiving it.

When receiving on the tongue, the recipients' hands are to be reverently joined.

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Number 162: If deputed lay ministers are necessary to help in the distribution of Holy Communion, they

approach the altar after the priest has communicated and stand at the side of the sanctuary. After they have

received Communion themselves, they then receive from the hands of the priest the vessels containing the Sacred

Hosts or Precious Blood for distribution to the faithful.

Number 163:

It is the Priest who consumes at the altar any Precious Blood remaining after the distribution. In the

case of Mass with a Deacon, it is the Deacon who consumes the remaining Precious Blood at the altar,

assisted, if necessary, by other Priests or Deacons (cf. 182) or by an instituted acolyte (cf. 284, b).

It is the Priest who carries any remaining hosts to the tabernacle.

It is the Priest who purifies the vessels. This may occur at the altar immediately after Holy Communion, or

at the credence table after the conclusion of Mass. In the case of Mass with a Deacon, it is the Deacon who

purifies the vessels (cf. 183).

Number 171: This number now outlines clearly the liturgical functions of the Deacon.

Note that the Deacon may minister at the altar as regards both the chalice and the book. The priest may decide

to attend to the book himself at the altar, in which case he need simply let the deacon know beforehand.

The practice of having the adult server stand at the altar and turn the pages of the Missal is to be discontinued.

He or she takes their place with the other servers at the side of the sanctuary.

Number 178: It is the Deacon who prepares the altar, assisted by a server(s). In the absence of a Deacon, a server

prepares the altar.

Number 179: The Deacon kneels at the epiclesis until the elevation of the chalice. If he is not attending to the Missal,

he kneels at the same time as the congregation.

Number 182: When a Deacon is exercising his functions at the altar, he receives Holy Communion under both kinds

immediately after the Priest has communicated and before Holy Communion is given to deputed lay ministers.

Number 206: In concelebrated Masses, once Mass is begun, a priest may not afterward join in concelebration or be

admitted as concelebrant.

Number 244: Concelebrants give themselves Communion. Note: if it is necessary to present the Eucharist to a

concelebrant, one presents the vessel from which the concelebrant takes the Host himself. In this case, the one holding

the vessel does not say "The Body of Christ" (or "The Blood of Christ").

Number 285, b: This number describes the distribution of Holy Communion by intinction. In the Archdiocese of

Edmonton permission is not given for the distribution of Holy Communion to take place in this manner.

Number 320: The bread used from the celebration of the Eucharist must be made from wheat. Please note that so-

called "gluten-free" hosts, if they are, in fact, entirely gluten free, are not valid matter for the Eucharist. To be valid

matter such hosts must have at least a small amount of gluten. People unable to receive hosts with even a small

amount of gluten due to celiac disease may be invited to receive solely the Precious Blood according to the doctrine

of concomitance (cf. 282).

Number 322: The wine for the celebration of the Eucharist must be from the fruit of the vine (cf. Luke 22.18), natural,

and unadulterated, that is, without admixture of extraneous substances.

Number 328: Sacred vessels should be made from precious metal. If they are made from metal that rusts or from a

metal less precious than gold, they should generally be gilded on the inside.

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Number 329: According to the judgement of the Conference of Bishops, its decisions having received the recognitio

of the Apostolic See, sacred vessels may also be made from other solid materials which in the common estimation

in each region are considered precious or noble, for example, ebony or other harder woods, provided that such

materials are suitable for sacred use. In this case, preference is always to be given to materials that do not easily

break or deteriorate. This applies to all vessels that are intended to hold the hosts, such as the paten, the ciborium,

the pyx, the monstrance, and others of this kind. The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops have not asked for

such a recognitio from the Apostolic See.

Number 339:

In the Archdiocese of Edmonton, all acolytes and altar servers, including any adult servers, are to be

vested in an alb and cincture. The albs worn by servers exercising their function in the same Mass should

be uniform in design insofar as possible.

Readers and lay ministers of Holy Communion do not wear albs. Their clothing should be modest and

dignified, in keeping with the sacred nature of the Eucharistic celebration.

Number 366: The substitution of other chants for those of the Order of Mass is not permitted.

I take this opportunity to express to you my heartfelt thanks for your continued collaboration. May the Lord help us

to guide our people to a renewed appreciation of the mystery of the Holy Eucharist as the source and summit of the

Church's life.

Yours sincerely in Christ,

╬ Richard W. Smith

Archbishop of Edmonton

June 29, 2015 - Solemnity of St. Peter and St. Paul

GENERAL INSTRUCTION OF THE ROMAN MISSAL (GIRM)

Gestures and Bodily Posture

42. A common bodily posture, to be observed by all those taking part, is a sign of the unity of the members of the Christian community gathered together for the Sacred Liturgy, for it expresses the intentions and spiritual attitude of the participants and also fosters them. 43. The faithful should stand from the beginning of the Entrance chant, or while the Priest approaches the altar, until the end of the Collect; for the Alleluia chant before the Gospel; while the Gospel itself is proclaimed; during the Profession of Faith and the Universal Prayer; and from the invitation, Orate, fratres (Pray, brethren), before the Prayer over the Offerings until the end of Mass, except at the places indicated here below.

The faithful should sit, on the other hand, during the readings before the Gospel and the Responsorial Psalm and for the Homily and during the Preparation of the Gifts at the Offertory; and, if appropriate, during the period of sacred silence after Communion.

In the dioceses of Canada, the faithful should kneel at the Consecration, except when prevented on occasion by ill health, or for reasons of lack of space, of the large number of people present, or for another reasonable cause. However, those who do not kneel ought to make a profound bow when the Priest genuflects after the Consecration. Where it is the practice for the people to remain kneeling after the Sanctus (Holy, Holy, Holy) until the end of the Eucharistic Prayer and before Communion when the Priest says Ecce Agnus Dei (This is the Lamb of God), it is laudable for this practice to be retained. For the sake of uniformity in gestures and bodily postures during one and the same celebration, the faithful should follow the instructions Which the Deacon, a lay minister, or the Priest gives, according to what is laid down in the Missal.

The Penitential Act 51. The Priest calls upon the whole community to take part in the Penitential Act, which, after a brief pause for silence, it does by means of a formula of general confession. The rite concludes with the Priest’s absolution, which, however, lacks the efficacy of the Sacrament of Penance.

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ALTAR SERVERS’ PRACTICE Friday, January 20, 2017 - 03.30 PM

Altar Servers’ Practice will be held on Friday, January 20, 2017 at 3.30 PM. All children who have received First Communion are welcome to come and learn what is involved in altar serving. RMH – St. Matthew Church ALL ALTAR SERVERS ARE INVITED!

PARISHIONERS ASKED FOR MORE NEW SUNDAY MISSALS 2017 $5.00 each

This complete Saint Joseph 2017 Sunday Missal provides each Sunday's Prayers, Readings, and Responses in a continuous style for easy use and understanding. Also contained in this book are the masses for Holydays from the beginning of Advent through the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. This Missal includes the Order of Mass in two colors and large type with the People's Parts in bold type for quick identification. Missals are on display at the entrance of each church. Price - $5.00 each!

FIRST COMMUNION PROGRAM Monday – January 23, 2017 06.00 PM - 07.15 PM

St. Matthew Church - Rocky Mountain House Lesson 05 The presence of all candidates is very important and expected.

January 29, 2017 WORLD LEPROSY DAY

For over 60 years, on the last Sunday of January, people around the world have observed World Leprosy Day by remembering and praying for those living with the terrible effects of leprosy. World Leprosy Day was the idea of the great French humanitarian, Raoul Follereau, who dedicated many years to fundraising and helping those affected by leprosy. Initially, this day of prayer was to achieve two things. First, Follereau believed that those affected by leprosy should receive the same respect, dignity and quality of care as any other patient. Second, he wanted greater awareness of the disease in order to change attitudes and to reduce stigma. 60 years later, those are still the objectives of World Leprosy Day, though we also invite people to give a gift that supports daily efforts working to achieve those goals. World Leprosy Day is

the day for international leprosy awareness. For more info visit: https://effecthope.org or www.worldleprosyday.ca

THIS WEEK ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

Friday - January 20, 2017 09. 30 AM – 01.00 PM (Private Adoration) Mass at 09.00 AM

Feb. 03/04, 2017 ANNUAL “MEN OF INTEGRITY” CONFERENCE

‘FOLLOW ME” Called To Be A Disciple

Attention Catholic Men! You are invited to join hundreds of other men on February 3-4, 2017 at Holy Trinity Parish in Spruce Grove. Bring your brothers, fathers, and sons aged 14 and up. This year’s conference is a challenge for every man to become a disciple of Christ. Perhaps we have spent a lifetime of making false starts. We have great intentions to do what we say but find ourselves constantly starting over. But, far worse, is not beginning! Men, we need to become warriors. We need to get in spiritual shape for battle. We may fail at times but the grace of the sacraments, practice of the virtues and commitment to renewing and deepening our faith through prayer will help us persevere. This is not for ourselves alone, but those God has entrusted to us who rely on our perseverance. This weekend is an opportunity to begin again! To build good habits which will sustain us and help us lead our families to heaven. True manhood is sacrificing for others. As Catholic men we need to sacrifice for our wives and children or they become the sacrifice. We can’t do this on our own - we need others -a band of brothers with whom we establish bond to encourage and hold one another accountable. Let’s get off the bench and into the game. Lives depend on our action. Keynote speaker - Peter Herbeck. Mass - Archbishop Richard Smith. Guest speakers: Peter Thompson, Fr. Kristopher Schmidt, Brian Holdsworth. For more information and program of the conference visit: www.catholicfamilyministries.com or pick up brochure at the entrance of the church. To register call 780.961.3346. Registration fee: $50/man and $35/student. Register before Jan. 29, 2017.

“THE EUTHANASIA DECEPTION” February 08, 2017 – RED DEER

Date: Wednesday February 08, 2017 Time: 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. (2 screenings) Location: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 5508 - 48A Ave. Red Deer AB Alex Schadenberg, Executive Director of Euthanasia Prevention

Coalition will be present at the evening screening. Following the 52-minute video, a discussion will be shared with

those in attendance. A Free-Will offering will be given to Euthanasia Prevention Coalition.

February 18 – 20, 2017 FAMILIES OF NAZARETH - WINTER RETREAT

Families of Nazareth Winter Retreat will be held on family day Weekend, February 18-20, 2017 at Goldeye Centre, near Nordegg. Retreat runs from 11.00 AM on Saturday to 1.00 PM on Monday. The theme this year is “The Little Way…” in the context of Our Lady of Fatima.

This retreat is open to singles, couples and families of all ages. There will be a children/youth program provided during the time of the conferences for the adults. Fr. Andrew Bogdanowicz will give the talks, and offer Mass, reconciliation and spiritual direction throughout the weekend. Apart from the conference talks, sharing groups and Mass; there will be free time for personal prayer and reflection, informal visiting with others and outdoor activities. For more information and registration forms, contact Karen at the parish office.

FR. LEON’S SUNDAY TEACHINGS IN FEBRUARY – EXPLAINING CATHOLIC MASS

Feb. 05 – Meaning of Mass and Introductory Rites * Feb. 12 - Liturgy of the Word * Feb. 19 - Liturgy of the Eucharist * Feb. 26 - Concluding Rites and Preparation for active participation at Mass

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PASTOR - FR. LEON KLER

Deacon (Ret.) – Bernie Ouellette

Secretary – Karen Boston

ADMINISTRATION OFFICE

Box 151 (5208-53 Avenue) Rocky Mountain House, Alberta * T4T 1A2

Office Hours

Tuesday to Friday 10.00 AM - 12.00 PM & 01.00 PM - 04.00 PM

Contact Information Phone line to office 403.845.3457 Phone direct line to Fr. Leon 587.333.4500 Fax line to office 403.845.7177 Email address to office office@smprmh.ca Email address to Fr. Leon pastor@smprmh.ca

PARISH MINISTRIES

Parish Pastoral Council Lauren MacKenzie 403.845.2836 Ministry to the Sick Ernie Murias 403.845.4860 Called to Protect Ernie Murias 403.845.4860 RCIA

Kristin McKenzie Karen Carmichael

403.845.0017 403.846.2168

Youth Group Peter van Kampen 403.848.0955 Prayer Line Knights of Columbus Ken Standish 403.598.3263 CWL Catherine Bolton 403.845.5742 Bible Study Roxane Melvin 403.845.3127 Together We Serve Annette Valstar 403.845.4956 Families of Nazareth Karen Boston 403.845.4047

SUNDAY MASSES

Saturday 07.00 PM Rocky Mountain House Sunday 09.00 AM Rocky Mountain House Sunday 11.00 AM Evergreen Sunday 01.00 PM Caroline

WEEKDAY MASSES

Monday No Mass Tuesday 06.30 PM - St. Matthew Church, RMH Wednesday 09.00 AM - St. Matthew Church, RMH Thursday

10.00 AM - Jesuit Martyrs, Evergreen 06.30 PM - St. Matthew Church, RMH

Friday 09.00 AM - St. Matthew Church, RMH

MONTHLY MASSES

First Wednesday 08.00 AM - St. Matthew School, RMH First Wednesday 11.00 AM - Eckville Manor, Eckville First Friday 10.30 AM - Clearwater Centre, RMH Second Wednesday 11.00 AM - Mountview Lodge, RMH Third Wednesday 08.00 AM - St. Dominic School, RMH

REQUESTS FOR USE OF CHURCH FACILITIES

HAVE TO BE APPROVED BY THE PASTOR

AND BOOKED THROUGH THE PARISH OFFICE.

BAPTISM OF CHILDREN

Contact office if you want your child to be baptized in our parish. Preparation Class is mandatory. For more info, call office.

CONFESSIONS

Rocky Mountain House - Every Saturday from 6.15 PM to 6.45 PM Evergreen & Caroline - after each Sunday Mass by request

Two Reconciliation Services - in Advent and in Lent. Anytime by making appointment with the priest.

MARRIAGE

Contact office if you want to celebrate Sacrament of Marriage in our parish. Preparation is mandatory. For more info, call office.

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

Every Friday in St. Matthew Church - Rocky Mountain House 9.00 AM MASS 9.30 AM - 1.00 PM ADORATION

Every First Thursday of the month in St. Matthew Church - RMH 6.30 PM MASS 7.00 PM - 8.00 PM HOLY HOUR ADORATION

PARISH WEBSITE WWW.SMPRMH.CA

Saturday January 14, 2017 – 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

07.00 PM Rocky Mountain House – St. Matthew Church Intention: Repose of the soul of Amanda MacLean Sunday January 15, 2017 – 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

09.00 AM Rocky Mountain House – St. Matthew Church Intention: Repose of the soul of Cyrille Fournier 11.00 AM Evergreen – Jesuit Martyrs Church Intention: Blessings for Jennie Gorcak 01.00 PM Caroline – St. Joseph the Workman Church Intention: For all members of our parish communities

Monday January 16, 2017 – Weekday in Ordinary Time

No Mass Tuesday January 17, 2017 – St. Anthony; abbot

06.30 PM Rocky Mountain House – St. Matthew Church Intention: Repose of the soul of Joan McDonald Wednesday January 18, 2017 - Weekday in Ordinary Time

08.00 AM Rocky Mountain House – St. Dominic School Chapel Intention: For a special intention 09.00 AM Rocky Mountain House – St. Matthew Church Intention: Repose of the soul of Anna Beer Thursday January 19, 2017 – Weekday in Ordinary Time

10.00 AM Evergreen – Jesuit Martyrs Church Intention: No intention requested 06.30 PM Rocky Mountain House – St. Matthew Church Intention: For a special intention Friday January 20, 2017 - Weekday in Ordinary Time

09.00 AM Rocky Mountain House – St. Matthew Church Intention: Repose of the soul of Jack Beer

09.30 AM – 01.00 PM ADORATION St. Matthew Church, RMH

Saturday January 21, 2017 – 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

07.00 PM Rocky Mountain House – St. Matthew Church Intention: Repose of the soul of Len Kjorlien Sunday January 22, 2017 – 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

09.00 AM Rocky Mountain House – St. Matthew Church Intention: Repose of the soul of Joan McDonald 11.00 AM Evergreen – Jesuit Martyrs Church Intention: Blessing and healing for Sheila Fischer 01.00 PM Caroline – St. Joseph the Workman Church Intention: For all members of our parish communities

THANK YOU FOR YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT!

Jan. 08, 2017 REGULAR SUNDAY COLLECTION RMH - $1,898.75 * Evergreen - $461.10 * Caroline - $332.75 Jan. 08, 2017 CHILDREN’S COLLECTION (Friends of Jesus) RMH - $31.80 * Evergreen - $5.05

Jan. 08, 2017 TOGETHER WE SERVE COLLECTION RMH - $485.00 * Evergreen - $125.00 * Caroline - $100.00 Jan. 08, 2017 MAINTENANCE FUND RMH - $70.00 * Evergreen - $00.00 * Caroline - $00.00

PARISH OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON WEDNESDAY - JAN. 18, 2017

Karen will attend Pastoral Workshop in Edmonton.

FRIENDS OF JESUS - DONATION TO GIANNA CENTER

Our parish sent $2,425.00 to Sign of Hope to be used for Gianna Center. The

money came from “Friends of Jesus” children’s collection. The Gianna Centre provides free services for women and families finding themselves in a pregnancy crisis situation.