VBS from Aug.2nd to 6th; 9am to 3.30pm Host a Family Fund Raising Programs: Meat Box fundraiser on July 24th Yard Sale on August 13th Pie Making/Sale Sept. 24th Golf & Dinner October 2nd, 2PM Pasta Dinner - in November Friends, please think about joining in any of the above activities that we may support two refugee families. Last Week’s Collection Sunday Offering - $ 1350.15 ‘Host a Family..’ $ 10.00 Building fund - $ 45.00 Bless you for your continued generous support. Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, July 3, 2016 Saint Andrew the Apostle, pray for us Mass Schedule & Intentions from July 2 to July 10, 2016 Carry no purse, no bag, no sandals; and greet no one on the road. Whatever house you enter, first say, ‘Peace to this house!’ And if anyone is there who shares in peace, your peace will rest on that person; but if not, it will return to you. (Luke 10:1-12) Upcoming Events Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 5:00PM 9:00AM 11:00AM 7:00PM 9.00AM 6.30PM 9:00AM 9:00AM 5:00PM 9:00AM 11:00AM † Giuseppina Nero by Husband Amore Maria Ioannoni by Sister in law Bruna Ioannoni & family Carmela Agostino by Nancy Fazari Giuseppe Paonesse by Raffaele Mancuso & family † John Nenadovich by Connie & George Poll Domenico Locco by Wife Lea Locco & family Bruna Belcamino by Sister Elena Calabutta Antonio Notarianni by Mr. & Mrs. Rocco Giorirazzo For us and for all our dearly deceased ones No Mass † John Nenadovich by Maria Fazzalari † Salvotore Giovinazzo by Vincenzia Nero Rosary Recital at , 204 Harriet Street Welland. † Stella Pace by Frank Pala † Carmello Presti by Isabel Dean † Alcide Charette by Indri Swampillai Mike Fazari by Nancy Fazari Antonio Gallo by Wife & family Barbara Dmytrow by Klaudia Savona & Bruce Denis † Marguerite Pisani by family John Silvestri by Mom & family Edward, Ella & Dave Doucette by Connie & George Poll Lina Bellantino by family For us and for all our dearly deceased ones Did you know that we recite Rosary every morning before the Holy Mass at 8.40AM From the book of 2 Chronicles-Chapter 11-15. Rehoboam loved______ , daughter of Absalom, more than all his other wives and concubines; …. A. Mahalath C. Elizabeth B. Rebekah D. Maacah Answer in Next Week’s Bulletin Last Week’s Question: Who said: “The report I heard in my country about your deeds and your wisdom is true,” she told the king.” ANSWER: C. Queen of Sheba FACING THE THREAT OF PHYSICIAN-ASSISTED SUICIDE As our country faces the moral and social threat of physician-assisted suicide, you are invited to call upon federal, provincial and territorial legislators to defend and protect the lives of all, to renew efforts to guarantee accessible home care and palliative care, and to protect the conscience rights of healthcare providers and agencies refusing to be part of euthanasia and assisted suicide. To share your concerns with your legislators, visit: www.canadiansforconscience.ca JUBILEE AUDIENCE POPE FRANCIS June 30 , 2016 Dear Brothers and Sisters: During this Holy Year of Mercy, we have not only considered the gift of God’s mercy in itself, but also the works of mercy which we are called to practice as part of the Christian life. To paraphrase Saint James, we can say that mercy without works is dead. To be merciful like God our Father demands constant sensitivity to the needs, material and spiritual, of those around us. Jesus himself tells us in no uncertain terms that we will be judged by the mercy we show to the poor: those who hunger and thirst, the naked, the stranger, the sick and those in prison (cf. Mt 25:35-36). Particularly in our prosperous societies, Christians are called to guard against the temptation of indifference to the plea of so many of our brothers and sisters. In our rapidly changing and increasingly globalized world, many new forms of poverty are appearing. In response to them, may we prove creative in developing new and practical forms of charitable outreach as an expression of the way of mercy. Rosary Prayer Group We continue our evening prayer and rosary recital program. This week on Wednesday July 6th we gather at 6.30PM, at 204 Harriet Street, Welland. Stephen Martin will be our host family. Car pool from the church at 6.15PM. Please join. Life in man is the glory of God; the life of man is the vision of God The glory of God gives life; those who see God receive life. For this reason God, who cannot be grasped, comprehended or seen, allows himself to be seen, comprehended and grasped by men, that he may give life to those who see and receive him. It is impossible to live without life, and the actualisation of life comes from participation in God, while participation in God is to see God and enjoy his goodness. Men will therefore see God if they are to live; through the vision of God they will become immortal and attain to God himself. As I have said, this was shown in symbols by the prophets: God will be seen by men who bear his Spirit and are always waiting for his coming. As Moses said in the Book of Deuteronomy: On that day we shall see, for God will speak to man, and man will live. God is the source of all activity throughout creation. He cannot be seen or described in his own nature and in all his greatness by any of his creatures. Yet he is certainly not unknown. Through his Word the whole creation learns that there is one God the Father, who holds all things together and gives them their being. As it is written in the Gospel: No man has ever seen God, except the only-begotten Son, who is in the bosom of the Father; he has revealed him. From the beginning the Son is the one who teaches us about the Father; he is with the Father from the beginning. He was to reveal to the human race visions of prophecy, the diversity of spiritual gifts, his own ways of ministry, the glorification of the Father, all in due order and harmony, at the appointed time and for our instruction: where there is order, there is also harmony; where there is harmony, there is also correct timing; where there is correct timing, there is also advantage. The Word became the steward of the Father’s grace for the advantage of men, for whose benefit he made such wonderful arrangements. He revealed God to men and presented men to God. He safeguarded the invisibility of the Father to prevent man from treating God with contempt and to set before him a constant goal toward which to make progress. On the other hand, he revealed God to men and made him visible in many ways to prevent man from being totally separated from God and so cease to be. Life in man is the glory of God; the life of man is the vision of God. If the revelation of God through creation gives life to all who live upon the earth, much more does the manifestation of the Father through the Word give life to those who see God. From the treatise Against Heresies by Saint Irenaeus, bishop http://www.universalis.com/ Mothers’ gathering on August 13 We are planning to have a gathering of all ladies/mothers on Saturday August 13th at 10.30AM, here in our church. A time to chat with each other and to the Lord; a time to discuss things that matters to all. Rev.Sr.Araceley SOLI will join you to help in this faith journey In The God Ol' Summertime Host a Family Program On July 24th 2016 at 2:00PM Have a fun filled afternoon in the Church hall with great activities such as “Test Your Bible Knowledge”. Watch current and recent miracle videos , music videos, funniest videos and more ... Kids Art & Craft table. Drinks, Snacks and Ice Cream are for sale in the hall. Tickets on sale now - Adults $3, Children 12 and under $2 and a family pass (Parent(s) + children) $8 Door prizes include a Meatbox worth $100! PRAYER FOR TRAVELERS My holy angel guardian, ask the Lord to bless the journey which I undertake, that it may profit the health of my soul and body; that I may reach its end; and that, returning safe and sound, I may find all at home in good health. Do thou guard, guide, and preserve us. Amen. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2016 Tuesday August 2nd to Saturday August 6th, 2016 from 9:00AM to 4:00PM. The program this year will run from Tuesday to Saturday as Monday is celebrated as civic holiday. All Children ages 4-12 are encouraged to join. This years theme: Birthday Blast: A Celebration of Life. Registration forms are available at the back of the church or on our web site www.saintandrewrcchurch.com. Cost $10 a day. A $5 ($45) discount will be provided to those registering before July 15, 2016. Bring registration form and $15 to the church or office. Thank you. Full Time Paid Job Opening The Ozanam Centre (soup kitchen) which is run by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is looking for a fulltime paid coordinator to work from Monday – Friday to run our soup kitchen. We are located at 235 Church in St. Catharines. For more information please contact Shelley at 905-329-8568 or [email protected] Pilgrimage to THE HOLY LAND January 18 - 27th, 2017 - with Fr. Paul Join me on a trip that follows the life and times of Jesus. Imagine yourself in the Galilee at the same sites where Jesus taught and performed his miracles, being baptized in the Jordan river, walking through the streets of Jerusalem and reflecting on the sacrifice He gave in this city that changed the world. We bring you this invitation for a spiritual journey that is sure to be one of the most unforgettable experiences of your life. Come an see for yourself!! Contact “the Joy of Travel” 905-889-1681 or [email protected] for more information. Orientation Meeting at St. Andrew’s on July 19, 2016 7:30PM