HOLY SPIRIT Parish sep. 18, to sep. 24, 2006
Mon.	Sep. 18	1:00pm Seniors’ Cards 7:00pm Parish Mission
Tue.	Sep. 19	9:30am Rosary Making 7:00pm Parish Mission - Evening ends with Reconciliation
Wed.	Sep. 20	9:15am Bible Class 5:30pm Parish Potluck Supper 7:00pm Parish Mission
Thu.	Sep. 21	9:30am Moms’ Group 7:00pm Choir Practice for 7:00pm Mass 7:30pm Eucharistic Ministers’ Workshop 7:30pm Choir Practice for 11:00am Mass
Fri.	Sep. 22	9:00am Caregivers Group 9:00am to 3:00pm Adoration
Sun.	Sep. 24	12:00pm Baptism at 12:00noon 1:30pm Carmelite Community

We WELCOME Colin Schell into our Holy Spirit Parish Community through the Sacrament of Baptism.

Congratulations to Francisca & Jose Abuan on celebrating their 50^th wedding Anniversary.

PRAY FOR THE SICK: If the healing ministry means anything, it is a promise that no person will suffer alone. Please include the following in your prayers Carlito Caldeo, Elsa Yamas, Frank Budda, Sharon Schnell, Tricia Antoni, Jan Foraie, Sherri Saunders, Tanya Maloney, Dwight Selzler, Liz and Ian.

Garage Sale: RED ALERT!! RED ALERT!! The Knights of Columbus garage sale has been changed to Saturday, Sept.30^th, from 9:00am to 3:00pm. Donations of items will ONLY be accepted at the Church all day Sept. 29^th until 9:00pm. Please no clothing or large appliances. For pick-up of items, please call.

A WARM WELCOME to the REDEMPTORIST MISSION TEAM – Fr. David Cottingham, CSsR, and Rev. Mr. Bob Williston, (Permanent Deacon.) As part of the hospitality of the parish, we will be gathering for a Potluck Supper before the closing Mass on Wednesday, Sept. 20^th @ 5:30 p.m. We encourage everyone to join us for food and fellowship before we celebrate the closing Eucharist together as a community.

HELP A YOUNG MOM with the tasks of motherhood. Please call Colleen for more information.

	Knights Of Columbus
♦ Executive Meeting: Wednesday, Sept. 27^th @ 7:30pm. ♦ Garage Sale: Saturday, Sept 30^th 9:00am to 3:00pm. ♦ General Meeting: Wed. Oct. 4 after the 7:00pm Mass.

	24^th Sunday In Ordinary Time
In the second reading today, St. James has harsh words for those who do not put their faith into action. May we be such good stewards of God’s gifts to us that we can never be accused of having “faith that does nothing in practice.”

DEDICATION CEREMONY of the Reserved Sacrament Chapel is scheduled for Sept. 23^rd at the Saturday evening Mass at 5:00pm at the hands of Bishop Frederick Henry. Please mark your calendars and join us in this celebration.

COMMENCING THIS WEEKEND and throughout the year, Lighthouse Catholic Media CDs and brochures will be available for sale in the gathering area after all weekend masses. The CDs and pamphlets comprise talks and testimonials by some of the best and most inspiring Catholic speakers in North America today

MENTAL HEALTH WORKSHOP will be held on Saturday, October 28^th, 2006 from 9:30am to 1:30pm. To register call.

LITURGICAL MINISTRIES MEETING will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 26^th at 7:00pm. ALL Liturgical Coordinators are asked to please attend this Advent planning meeting.

OUTDOOR MASS with Bishop Fred Henry Presiding will be held at 11:00am in Calgary, on Sunday, Sept. 24^th at the Father Lacombe Care Centre Grounds (332-146 Ave. SE).

WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY: Sr. Darlene Madore, fcJ will return on September 27^th with part 2 of the Gospel of John. Contact Agnes if you have any questions.

Mount St Francis Retreat Centre announces a Special Franciscan Spirituality Twilight Series in September on successive Tuesday Evenings: Francis & Prayer, Sept. 19; The Franciscan Spirituals, Sept. 26. at 7:30pm. No pre-registration required. Call for more information.

LANDINGS INTERNATIONAL is a ministry that welcomes returning Catholics. Join us for six Mondays starting Sept. 25 at St. Bonaventure Church in Calgary at 7:30pm. For further information call.

BUS TRIP: Our +55 group will be visiting a Mennonite Farm in Lyden Alberta on October 25^th. The Tim Horton’s Bus will leave the Church at 9:00am. Donation is $15/per person for Tim Horton’s funds. Lunch will be at Country Cousins Restaurant for approximately $6.00 depending on your choice. All are welcome to participate. Contact Mary Houston to reserve your spot on the bus.

	Catholic Women’s League
♦ General Meeting: Monday, September 25^th at 7:30pm. ♦ Regional Meeting: Monday, October 2^nd at 7:00pm.

			Weekday Masses Chapel of the Annunciation
Mon.	Sep. 18	8:30am		Amandas Rekasius RIP
Tue.	Sep. 19	8:30am 9:30am		Andrew Ribeiro RIP St. Jude Opening Mass in Church
The Beverly		10:00am		Alex Marinelli RIP
Wed.	Sep. 20	8:30am 7:00pm		Devotion to Our Mother of Perpetual Help (No Morning Mass) Eleanor McCallum RIP
Thu.	Sep. 21	8:30am		Stan Weston RIP
Fri.	Sep. 22	8:30am		Oscar Guido RIP
The Renoir		10:00am		Jocelyn Arce RIP

		Weekend Masses
Sat.	Sep. 23		5:00pm	Gordon Snodgrass RIP Dedication Ceremony - Bishop Henry
Sun.	Sep. 24		9:00am 11:00am 7:00pm	Intentions of Maria Calvene Amy Folk RIP Parishioners of Holy Spirit Parish
Our Lady of Peace 11:00am Rachel Folden RIP

Retrouvaille is for married couples experiencing difficulty. The fall program begins September 22-24. Please call to register.

Birthright assists women who are distressed by an untimely pregnancy. We are looking for committed volunteers to assist in the office for 3 hours a week. Call for more information. “It is the right of every pregnant woman to give birth and the right of every child to be born”.

Introducing Prison Ministry: A Diocesan Conference will be held at Sacred Heart Parish in Calgary on October 14^th, 2006 from 9:15am to 3:00pm. For registration or information call Dan.

Development & Peace: Fall Action Campaign Workshop will be held Sat., Sept. 23^rd at St. Luke’s Church in Calgary at 10.00 am. All D&P parish representatives and all Catholics interested in international justice and development issues are welcome to attend. Call Carol to register.

ARISE! Join us for an evening of Catholic worship through Christian music, Eucharistic devotion and reflection on Sep. 29/06 at St. James Catholic Church in Calgary 7:00 to 9:00pm. Suitable for ages 16+. Babysitting provided. Call Brenda for more information.

Thanks for making this first week of youth group so AWESOME! What a way to begin the year! There will be no youth group activities this week because of the Parish Mission. You are all invited however to attend the Mission talks! Hope to see you there!

HOLY SPIRIT PARISH RETREAT

“Eucharistic Spirituality”

“Eucharist Unfolding”

Come and invite a friend to our Parish Mission Retreat. Directed by The Redemptorist Mission Team, Fr. David Cottingham, C.Ss.R. and Rev. Mr. Bob Williston (permanent deacon) from Sunday, September, 17^th to Wednesday, September 20^th.

Sun. 7:00pm Evening Mass and Reflection “RECEIVE”

Receptivity is a key Christian posture to a life of grace. But how do we receive? What are some helpful hints to being an “open” person?

Mon. 8:30am Morning Mass with Homily.

7:00pm Evening Reflection “GIVE THANKS”

The word “Eucharist” means to give thanks. How can we foster a deeper “attitude of gratitude” in our lives?

Tue. 8:30am.Morning Mass with Homily.

7:00pm Evening Reflection “BREAK”

How is Christ’s brokenness a saving event for us? What about our own personal brokenness? How can we seek healing and wholeness? The evening ends with the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Wed. 8:30am. Devotion to Our Mother of Perpetual Help (No morning Mass)

5:30pm Parish Potluck Supper

7:00pm Evening Mass and Reflection “SHARE”

Sharing who we are and what gifts we have is part of becoming a Eucharistic People. Jesus calls us out to a wonderful mission of self-giving, building his Kingdom by our love.

YOUTH COORDINATOR REQUIRED: St. James Parish, Okotoks is looking for a Youth Coordinator. If you are interested call the Parish office. The deadline to receive your resumé is Friday, September 29^th, 2006.

ST. MARY’S UNIVERSITY COLLEGE speaker series presents Dr. Jennifer Welsh, to discuss “Vision and Values: Rethinking Canada’s Role in the World” on Sept. 21^st, at 7:30pm in the Auditorium. Admission is free and open to everyone. For more information please call.

FREEDOM FROM ABUSE is a 12 week program for adult males who were sexually abused as a child. It begins Sep. 27^th at the Distress Centre. For more information, call Blair.

Cancer Mass of Healing and Hope will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 26^th at 7:00pm at St. Thomas More Church in Calgary. The Mass is especially for cancer patients, families, friends, survivors and caregivers, but all are invited to attend to offer prayerful support.

FATHER JACK’S CHUCKLE CORNER

When my grandson asked me how old I was, I teasingly replied "I'm not sure." My grandson then replied, "look in your underwear, Grandma, mine says I'm four."