SAINT FRANCIS XAVIER PARISH

Fr. Peter Proulx, Pastor Fr. Ryan Holly, Associate Pastor Deacon Don Smith 331 Plaunt Street, South; P.O. Box 396 Renfrew, Ontario K7V 4A6 Tel: (613) 432-5825 Fax: (613) 432-6663
Web Site: http://sfxrenfrew.wordpress.com/ E mail: sfx.parish@on.aibn.com

St. Francis Xavier, a welcoming faith community lovingly sharing the gifts of God.

TH 30TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

OCTOBER 23RD, 2011

PRAYERS FOR THE DECEASED: We pray for our loved ones who have died recently. PRAYERS FOR THE SICK AND SHUT-IN: Let us raise up in prayer those who seek Gods healing love, those at the hospital, hospice and at home especially Pat Preen, John Albert, Joan Faye Prince and Gladys McNulty. May your struggle be consoled by Christs love.

ON OUR WAY WITH JESUS: Our annual program to assist parents in the preparation of their children for the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist is about to begin. Registration forms are available at the parish office. We would ask that parents make every effort to register as soon as possible.
Our first family meeting (parent & child) is this Monday, Oct. 24th at 7:30 p.m.
REVISION OF THE ROMAN MISSAL REVISED ROMAN MISSAL: CHANGES TO THE CREED We will note several changes to both the Nicene Creed and the Apostles Creed. The Nicene Creed will now begin "I believe" just as the Apostles Creed does. The entire assembly is asked to make the gesture of a slight bow at the words "and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and became man." What does consubstantial with the Father mean? Consubstantial with the Father means that Jesus and God the Father are of the same stuff. Its a word that dates from the early centuries of the Church, as the Christian community struggled to articulate its faith in the Trinity, and its experience of the oneness of God the Father, Jesus and the Holy Spirit. What does descended to hell mean? The word hell, in the Catholic theological tradition, can have two meanings, the place of eternal separation from God and the place of the dead. The Creed refers to this last understanding. Novalis, 2011. All rights reserved. May be reprinted in parish bulletins without further permission RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (R.C.I.A) will begin meeting on Thursday, November 3rd from 7:00-8:00 p.m. in the parish meeting room. Do you know someone who wishes to discern baptism or full communion as a member of the Catholic Church? Please call Father Ryan Holly at the parish office or email him at parochialvicar@gmail.com for more information.
The Way We Pray Reflects What We Believe: Why Do That When We Celebrate the Eucharist? A presentation by Father Ryan Holly on Tuesday, November 1st at 7:00 p.m. in St. Francis Xavier Church about the structure and meaning of how we pray the Mass in light of the new General Instruction of the Roman Liturgy and new translation of the Roman Missal. Whether you have been a Catholic your entire life or have been away, this is an invitation to rediscover and deepen our understanding and belief. This is also meant to be a thoroughly practical opportunity to explore and ask questions about the changes that are taking place in the liturgy in parishes across Canada. All are welcome. All Souls Day: November 2, 2011 The Commemoration of the Faithful Departed will be marked on Wednesday, November 2nd with a special Mass at 7:00 p.m. when we will pray for our loved ones who have gone before us in death. In a special way we extend a special invitation to the family and friends of those who have died in the past year to attend this celebration of the Eucharist.

YOUTH SUICIDE PREVENTION:

OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH MISSION:

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 26TH AT 7 P.M. ST. JOSEPHS HIGH SCHOOL October 22nd 26th with Speakers: Annmarie Nicholson and James Thomas Fr. Eugene OReilly, C.Ss.R. Join us as we explore youth suicide and its impact on those it leaves behind. We will talk about the causes of suicide among Fr. OReilly will be present at young people, how to recognize risk and how to respond when weekend Masses. Each evening, someone you care about needs help. See posters for information. beginning Sunday night, the Sponsored by the Renfrew OPP & Renfrew Police Services Missions services begin at 7:30 p.m. THE PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY: will begin again on Wednesday, October 26th at 10:00 a.m. in the Rectory Meeting Room #1. Please use the back door entrance, and come right downstairs. Newcomers, both men and women, are most welcome. Info: Nancy Smith 613-433-3183.

LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
MON Oct. 24 7:00 p.m. TUE Oct. 25 9:30 a.m. WED Oct. 26 4:15 p.m. THUR Oct. 27 10:30 a.m. 12:10 p.m. FRI Oct. 28 8:00 a.m. SAT Oct. 29 5:00 p.m. SUN Oct. 30 10:30 a.m. June Smaggus Murray & Family Gert Lepine Jan & Roy Leitch Terry Neville St. Francis Xavier Choir BONNECHERE MANOR: Urban Agnew Terry & Elizabeth McHale Ken, Kevin & Jenn Boldt Rita Boldt Sunday Gail Boose James Dunbar offering: Theresa Cybulski Daniel Cybulski October 16th Patrick Mullen Helen, Agnes & Peter $3,777.60 Intentions of the Parishioners Father Proulx

LITURGICAL ROLES
31 Sunday in Ordinary Time October 30th, 2011
SATURDAY EVENING MASS - 5:00 p.m. MINISTERS OF THE WORD H. ONeill; J. Dowdall MINISTERS OF HOSPITALITY E. Boose; I. Power; D. Ballard; J. Lynch MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST D. Mantil; S. Harper; B. Brown; C.Sulpher; T. Lemenchick SERVERS M. & B. ONeill CANTOR R. ONeill SUNDAY MORNING MASS 10:30 a.m. MINISTERS OF THE WORD J. Rowat; J. Perry MINISTERS OF HOSPITALITY V. & A. Dumoulin; L. Manwell; R. Zohr EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS M. L. Rowat; D. Letts K. & T. Mann; A. Blackburn SERVERS R. & T. Blackburn; S. Rowat; S. Perry CANTOR: J. Slight
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OCTOBER 23, 2011 WORLD MISSION SUNDAY oday every Catholic community and parish throughout the world takes part in World Mission Sunday. It is a global effort to bring spiritual and material help to our brothers and sisters who long for hope and love that comes from knowing Christs love for them. Your kind support will assist all missionaries across the world. It will help new churches to grow, be strong and vital faith communities. Please continue to pray for all those who serve in mission countries and please be generous in your support of their work. May God bless you always.

S T. F R A N C I S X AV I E R PA R I S H Tea & talent sale

CALABOGIE/RENFREW PRO-LIFE ASSOC.; annual Pot Luck supper and General Meeting on Tuesday, October 25 at 6 p.m. in the K of C Hall, Renfrew. All welcome. THE CWL OF OUR LADY OF FATIMA CHURCH: annual spaghetti supper on Sunday, November 6th from 4 7 p.m. in the church hall. Tickets can be purchased by calling Natasha Goulet at 613-433-9042. Tickets also at the door. Adults $8; Children under 12 $5.
INTERNATIONAL EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS IN IRELAND: The 2012 International Eucharistic Congress will take place in Dublin, Ireland. This week long event is aimed at increasing our love and devotion for the Most Blessed Sacrament. If you are interested in joining this pilgrimage with our Diocese, then please contact Fr. Mitchell Beachey before November 30, 2011 (819-689-2593) or email frbitsche@gmail.com. The cost is $2,840.00 which includes airfare, accommodations, daily breakfast and the registration fee for the Congress.

TIS THE SEASON Saturday, November 12th p.m. S.F.X. Hall 1:00 4:00 p.m.
Tea Room Admission: $5 All invited to attend

LIMA-PEMBROKE PARTNERSHIP: Please support our annual fundraising campaign to help our Peruvian friends in the poor communities of Lima by making a donation to the Diocese of Pembroke Peru Projects (Income tax receipt will be issued). Your donation will go a long way: feeding malnourished children, building houses & day care centres S T R O N G E R T H A N F I R E for infants and seniors, and much, much more. Please see the poster on the bulletin board at the church entrance or An evening with contact your zone rep. Nancy-Burton Coyne (613-623-5049) EVA OLSSON a holocaust survivor for more info. May God shower you with many blessings for your ongoing support and generosity. Wednesday, November 9 at 7:00 p.m.

Donations gratefully accepted: squares (for the Tea Room), jams, jellies, pickles, baked goods, candies, crafts (wreaths, centrepieces, sewing, etc.), books (no Readers Digest or Encyclopedias), collectibles and jewellery, small items suitable for stocking stuffers and monetary donations. Donations will be received on Fri., Nov. 11th from 5:00 7:00 p.m. and Sat., Nov. 12th from 9:00 11:30 a.m. For info please contact Joan (432-9161). Sponsored by S.F.X. C.W.L.

RENFREW & AREA SENIORS HOME SUPPORT AND THE CANADIAN HEARING ASSOC: are once again hosting a free hearing assessment clinic on November 23rd in the Home Support office. For info and to book appt. call 613-432-7691.

at St. Francis Xavier Church

THIS WEEK AT S.F.X.: *Mon. 1st Reconciliation Mtg. 7:30 p.m. (Church) *Mon. Bereavement Grp (Small Hall) 7:30 p.m. *Wed. Prayer Shawl Ministry 10:00 a.m. (Rectory Mtg. Rm. #1

PREPARE FOR CHRISTMAS: with at time of reflection and music on November 27, the first Sunday reading of Advent. Anyone who could do a reading or sing a 432solo please call Mary at 432-5104.

>> ST. JOSEPHS HIGH SCHOOL << PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWS Thursday, October 27 3:00 7:00 p.m.