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2250 – 150th Street, Surrey, BC V4A 9J3 Phone: 604.531.5739 Fax: 604.538.4928 Email: [email protected] Web: starofthesea.ca Emergency: 604.831.1162 or 604.541.8036

Parish Office

Monday - Saturday 8:30am - 4:30pm (closed only on Saturday Noon-1:00pm)

Administration Hours

School

Star of the Sea Catholic Elementary 15024 - 24th Avenue, Surrey, BC V4A 2H8

Phone: 604-531-6316 email: [email protected]

Staff Pastor Fr. Glenn Dion (ext. 223) [email protected] Assistant Pastors Fr. Ajin George, MCBS [email protected]

Fr. Francis Mallya, ALCP/OSS [email protected]

Office Administrator Mario Ylanan (ext. 276) [email protected] Office Assistant Anne-Marie D’Mello (ext. 221) [email protected] Accounting Lorena Grange (ext. 224) [email protected] Ministries/Volunteers Janice Hamanishi (ext. 280) [email protected] PREP Irina Slijouk (ext. 227) [email protected] Music (ext. 222) Trudi Stammer [email protected] Facilities: (ext. 274) Tom Cremer [email protected]

One Parish ~ Three Churches Good Shepherd Church 2250 - 150th Street Surrey, BC V4A 9J3 Weekday Mass: 8:00am Monday 6:30pm Tuesday 8:00am Wed. to Saturday 6:30pm First Friday Weekend Mass: 5:00pm Saturday 9am, 11am & 7pm Sunday Confession: 10:00-11:00am Saturday 6:30-7:30pm Wednesday

Star of the Sea Church 1153 Fir Street White Rock, BC V4B 4A8 Weekday Mass: 9:00am Tues. to Saturday Weekend Mass: 4:00pm Saturday 10:30am Sunday Confession: 8:30am-9:00am Saturday

Holy Cross Church 12268 Beecher Street Surrey, BC V4A 3A3 Weekend Mass: 8:30am Sunday

Mark 7: 6-7

Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time September 2, 2018

Jesus replied, “Isaiah was right when he prophesied about you hypocrites; as it is written:

‘These people honor me with their lips,

but their hearts are far from me.

They worship me in vain; their teachings are merely human rules.’

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Pastor’s Corner Dear Parishioners, This week we begin “my favorite month of the year,” as my mother used to say, because it was when the kids all went back to school! And of course the routine of the various groups in the parish resume their regularly scheduled meetings and activities that usually take a break for the summer months. Our two new priests have settled into the rectory and have begun to get used to the routine of things, and each of them will be taking special responsibility in certain aspects of parish life, ie:

22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time - September 2, 2018

Please refer to Bulletin cover for our regular weekday Mass schedule

Sep 3 Monday

Parish Office CLOSED - Labour Day

7:30am Morning Prayer of the Liturgy of the Hours - GS

8:30am Rosary for Priests after 8am Mass - GS

6:30am Source Faith Study (2 of 6) - GS

Sep 4 Tuesday

4:00pm King’s Banquet Soup Kitchen - SOS Hall

7:00pm CWL General Meeting - GS Meeting Room

7:00pm Small Christian Community - GS Library

7:00pm Intercessory Prayer Group - GS Fireside Room

Sep 5 Wednesday


Priests at 1st Wednesday Communion Visits - Care Homes

10:00am Seniors Fitness - Star of the Sea Hall

6:30pm Confessions - GS

7:00pm Alpha Team Training - GS Meeting Room

Sep 6 Thursday


4:00pm Legion of Mary - GS Fireside

Sep 7 Friday

6:00am Friday Morning Men’s Group - GS - Fireside


9:15am School Mass - GS

9:30am Seniors & Friends Cafe - Star of the Sea Chambers

6:30pm First Friday Mass - GS

Sep 8 Saturday


8:30am Our Lady of Guadalupe Rosary Prayer Group (after 8am Mass) - GS

8:30am Confessions - S0S

9:00am - Noon Art of Daily Conversations - GS

10:00am Confessions - GS

Sep 9 Sunday

7:00pm Teen Mass - GS

Pope Francis’ Prayer Intention for September 2018 Universal: Young People in Africa That young people in Africa may have access to education and work in their own countries.

Fr. Francis: sick calls to Peace Arch Hospital, Communion ministry to the shut-ins, Chaplain to the Legion of Mary, Chaplain to the Knights of Columbus. Fr. Ajin: Youth ministry in the parish and Chaplain to St. John Paul II Academy.

And in regard to new responsibilities, I’m pleased to announce the following two appointments:

1) Mrs. Irina Slijouk as Co-ordinator for the Parish Religious Education Program, after the retirement of Geraldine Methven.

2) Mr. Dennis Skulsky as the Chairman

of our Parish Building Committee, after the departure of the past chairman, Jim McKinley, who moved to Vancouver Island this summer where his daughter and grand children live.

I welcome these parishioners to their important roles in the life of the Parish, and hope for the Lord’s blessings on the work they are taking on for the good of our faith family. Have a good week, P.S. On the topic of service to the life of the Parish, we are seeking new volunteers to train as ushers in Good Shepherd Church. Please contact the Parish Office as we’ll have training for those in the ushering ministry on September 29th. Thank you!

POPE FRANCIS ~ ANGELUS at Saint Peter's Square

30 August 2015 w2.vatican.va

1st Reading: Deuteronomy 4:1–2, 6–8 Responsorial: Psalm 15:2–5 2nd Reading: James 1:17–18, 21–22, 27 Gospel: Mark 7:1–8, 14–15, 21–23

Dear Brothers and Sisters: The Gospel of this Sunday presents a dispute between Jesus and some Pharisees and scribes. The discussion concerns the value of the "tradition of the ancients" (Mark 7:3) and Jesus, quoting the prophet Isaiah, defines them as the "precepts of men"(v.7) (i.e man-made rules) and they can never take the place of the "commandment of God"(v.8). These ancient rules and rituals included not only the precepts of God revealed to Moses, but also a series of dietary laws and cleanliness laws that were followed to specify the indications of the Mosaic law. [For example, there were certain foods that cannot be eaten and certain ways to wash before eating, believing that if these procedures were not followed this made you unclean.] Those speaking with Jesus that day applied these rules in a very scrupulous way and presented them as an expression of authentic religiosity. The answer Jesus gives them has the strength of a prophetic pronouncement: By neglecting the commandment of God, he says, you observe the tradition of men. These are words that fill us with admiration for our Master! But be careful! With these words, Jesus wants to warn us too, today, to not believe that the outward observance of the law is sufficient to be a good Christian. As with the Pharisees of Jesus’ day, there is also the danger for us of considering ourselves okay or worse - better than others just by observing the right Church rules or customs, all the while being hard of heart, not loving our neighbor, thinking we are superb. The literal observance of the rules of conduct is something meaningless if it does not change the heart and does not translate into concrete attitudes: opening oneself to the encounter with God and his Word in prayer, seeking justice and peace, helping the poor, the weak, the oppressed. We all know, in our parishes, in our communities and neighborhoods, what bad this kind of exterior observance of rules with no interior transformation can do to the Church; what scandal it is for the Church when people who say they are very Catholic

and go to church but in their daily lives, they neglect their family, on speak badly about others and so on. This is what Jesus vehemently condemns, because this is a Christian counter-witness. Continuing in his exhortation, Jesus focuses his attention on a deeper aspect and affirms: "There is nothing outside the man who, by entering him, can make him unclean. But it is the things that come out of man to make him unclean" (v.15). Once again, Jesus underlines the primacy of the interiority, that is the primacy of the heart. It is not the external things that make us saints or not saints, but it is the heart that expresses our intentions, our choices and the desire to do everything for God's sake. Outward attitudes are the consequence of what we have decided in our hearts, but not the other way around. In other words, no amount of religiosity, or pious conduct and rule following will make you a true Christian if the heart does not change. We can ask ourselves: where is my heart? Jesus said: “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also" (Mt 6:21). So what is my treasure? Is my

treasure Jesus, is it his teachings? Or is the treasure another thing? Therefore, it is the heart that must be purified and converted. Without a purified heart, one can not have truly clean hands and lips that pronounce sincere words of love - everything else is counterfeit, a double life. Lips that pronounce words of mercy, of forgiveness ~ only the sincere and purified heart can do it. Let us ask the Lord, through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin, to give us a pure heart, free from all hypocrisy. This is the adjective that Jesus says to the Pharisees: "hypocrites", because they say one thing and make it another. A heart free from all hypocrisy, so that we are able to live according to the spirit of the law and reach its goal, which is love.

http://w2.vatican.va/content/francesco/it/angelus/2015/documents/papa-francesco_angelus_20150830.html

Our newest parishioners:

Kye Family: Monica & Catherine

Henry & Barbara Kozminski Matthew Family: Midhun, Diya & Maria Corazon & Alexis Pernitzky Engels Family: Dustin, Deseray, London & Roman

Prayer Requests Please pray for:

Teresa Campos, Shane Van Vliet,

Chuck Lafaive, Dennis Rushinko,

Theresa McLean, Marie Geiger,

Dermot Dunne, Ken LaHaie,

Magdalena Coombs,

Luka Volentier, Lynn Carruth,

Leslie Jones, Tracey Antchak,

Barbara Demers, Mario Conte,

Charlotte Sears, Alice Anderson,

Van Huguet, Catherine Dempsey,

Judith Shirley, Theresa Isho,

Toni Ward, Julie Poskitt,

Andrea Egan, Dominic Wight,

Catharina Noble, Mia Tennant,

Marian Nadelko, Derek Ridsdale,

Graham Shore, Fran Caparo,

Pat Flickinger, Ashley Lambert,

Alfred Morin, Joe Novak,

Sophie Cosgrave, Helen Mentek,

Margaret Barron, Dan Hof,

Joanna Boomars, Joyce Henderson,

and Bernadette Deeley.

Members of Star of the Sea Parish gather together to pray for the needs and the initiatives of the parish. Come join us at our next meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 4th, 7:00pm-8:00pm, Good Shepherd Church Fireside Room.


Art of Daily Conversation

Is there someone at work, or in your family, who you feel called to befriend or further involve in your life? Whether friendships develop on the bus, by the water cooler or at the dinner table, nurturing a real relationship takes time. As these daily conversations take place, how can we tell when someone is curious to learn more about Jesus and why we love him? Learn practical tips about starting a conversation with a friend about matters of faith from Amber Zolc (CCO and Archdiocese of Vancouver) on Saturday, September 8th, 9:00am-Noon, Good Shepherd Church. No cost, but please register through the Parish Office 604-531-5739 [email protected]

Helpers of St. Anne & St. Joachim Parish Group invites you to join us in the following projects for the needy: Comfort Coat Project (coat/sleeping bags & accessories for the homeless):

Cutters needed only on Saturday, Sept. 15, 9:30am–3:00pm at Star of the Sea School Gym Sewers (medium or advanced level sewers) needed Mondays, 6:30pm-9:00pm, Sept. 24 - Nov. 26th, to work with experienced volunteers via an assembly line in the School Gym. Advanced-level sewers can take a garment home to complete.

Knitting & Crocheting (warm accessories for the needy) Join our needlework team on Monday 6:30pm in the School Gym. Take needlework home if preferred. Yarn provided. Donations appreciated for toques, scarves, mitts. King’s Banquet Soup Kitchen at Star of the Sea Hall on Tuesdays. 2 shift options: 12:00pm-3:30pm or 3:30pm-7:00pm. Volunteer help once a month. Students (15 years or older) encouraged and welcomed! Community service hours earned. Please contact Linda at [email protected] to volunteer. Father Stan’s Garden - Seasonal planting, weeding, watering, harvesting and delivery duties of organic produce grown for the King’s Banquet Soup Kitchen. Organic Products are sold in support of our comfort coat project. More info. will be available soon. QUESTIONS on any of the above? Contact Carolyn by phone 778-277-2533 or email [email protected]




Perpetual Adoration Chapel

“Come to me all you who are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 “How sweet and full of comfort are the moments spent before the Blessed Sacrament! Are you in trouble? Come and throw yourself at His feet.” ~ St. John Vianney The following hours are waiting for a weekly visitor: Sunday, Midnight-1:00am Sunday, 4:00am-5:00am Monday, 12Noon-1:00pm Tuesday, Midnight-1:00am Tuesday, 5:00pm-6:00pm Thursday, 10:00am-11:00am Thursday, 2:00pm-3:00pm Friday, 5:00am-6:00am Saturday, 9:00am-10:00am Hours needing a summer substitute: Sundays, Sept. 9, 16, 23 – Mdngt-1:00am Monday, Sept. 10, 17, 24 – Noon-1:00pm Tuesdays, Sept. 4, 11, 18 – Mdngt-1:00am Tuesdays, Sept. 18 & 25 – 5:00pm-6:00pm Thursday, Sept. 13 –10:00am-11:00am Thursdays, Sept. 27 – 2:00pm-3:00pm Saturdays, Sept. 22 & 29 – 10:00pm-11:00pm For more information please call: Sandra Perrin 604 542 6057 or Donna Sali 604 542 3070

For all Youth in Grades 6 & 7 Come journey with other youth in Grades 6 and 7 as we explore the Gospel through fun activates and engaging conversations. We will be taking a deeper look at this week’s readings in a new and relatable perspective. Led by Andrea Gaspar and Francesco Cristiano, we meet every other Friday in Star of the Sea School Gym, starting Friday, Sept. 21st. Interested? Email [email protected] to receive information regarding upcoming activities. Want to get involved but are above the age requirement? Volunteer by emailing [email protected] All help is appreciated!

Teen Music Ministry If you... are in Grades 6-12 and love to sing and make music

Want to use your talents for our teen music ministry

Want to have some fun with other teens who share our Faith… We want you to join us!

Our next Mass will be on Sunday, September 9th, 7:00pm at Good Shepherd Church. Come for practice before Mass in the Meeting Room 5:45pm-6:45pm. For more info, please contact Evon Olsen at [email protected]

is the journey of preparation for those who seek to know Jesus Christ in their lives and desire a conversion of heart, and then be gradually introduced to the Catholic faith and way of life. This process is for adults and older children who: have never been baptized, or baptized in another

denomination & is considering becoming Catholic, or

who are baptized Catholic but are not yet in full communion with the Church through First Eucharist and Confirmation.

Our RCIA team are made up of parishioners who love the Lord and His Church and are excited to help facilitate each person's unique experience of God's love and call in their lives. COME AND SEE on Wednesday, September 12th at 7:00pm at Good Shepherd Church.

RCIA is not just

education for adults

who want to become

Catholic, with rituals

marking their journey.

RCIA is bigger than

that! It is a WAY of

faith… Jesus called

himself “the way, the truth, and the life”.

To follow Jesus is to

become fully one with

him and his WAY of

life.


While the historical books of the Bible recount God's creative and redemptive acts in history, the Psalms reveal Israel's response to God's covenant offer and serve as a model for our response to Him. The Psalms come from the deeply personal perspective of one who is seeking God. Our communication with God is enhanced by a deeper understanding of the book of Psalms and of the individual psalms that reside in each of our hearts.

This is a 10-week study starting September 27th Thursdays 1:00pm or 7:00pm

No Cost (optional study guide $20).




Knights of Columbus Council #7015 is pleased to award bursaries to Post-Secondary Students meeting the following requirements:

Practicing Catholic faith, of good moral and personal character

Participating parishioner of Star of the Sea Parish

Attending a recognized Post-Secondary institution

Grade 11 & 12 marks submitted with application

Bursary applications available at Parish Office or by emailing [email protected] Application Deadline: Oct 21st

It’s time to “fall” back into our routines and schedules! The first meeting after our summer break is this coming Tuesday, September 4th, following the 6:30pm Mass at Good Shepherd Church. We welcome our guest speaker, Gail Arlin, a CWL member, who will be presenting “Magnificat” ~ a ministry for Catholic women called to live out the mystery of Mary’s visit to Elizabeth. We look forward to seeing both our current members and any of the ladies in our parish who would like to join us!

Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) We invite all children from Kindergarten to Grade 7 who attend Public Schools, Independent Schools or Home School to join us on a journey of learning about and experiencing the power of God’s love in our lives. We have a wonderful team of catechists happy to share the Faith with these young ones!

Jesus said, “Let the little

children come to me,

and do not hinder them,

for the kingdom of heaven

belongs to such as these”.

Matthew 19:14

PREP classes start on Thursday, September 13th, 6:15pm-7:30pm at Star of the Sea School. Special attention will be given to children who require preparation for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Holy communion and Confirmation. Contact the PREP office at 604-531-5739 (ext. 227) email [email protected]


An opportunity to explore life, meaning and the Christian faith, in a friendly, open and informal environment. Alpha is not so much a course, but an experience! Gathering once a week over a 8-wk period, each Alpha experience brings together people from every walk of life. We begin each Alpha sharing some light refreshments, then we watch a 20-25min video, followed by a chance to share your thoughts in an informal small group setting. No question is out of bounds or too silly or too simple. We explore topics such as: Is there more to life than this? Who is Jesus? Why did Jesus die? Why and how do I pray? Alpha has no prerequisites whatsoever. There is no pressure and no follow up. We come together with one another as we are, free to be ourselves. Starting:

Wednesday, Sept. 12th, 7:00pm Good Shepherd Church

The Catholic Health Association of BC invites you to “The Gift of Palliative Care” Conference on Thursday, Sept. 20th, 9:00AM-3:30PM Executive Plaza Hotel 405 North Road, Coquitlam Mass at 9AM celebrated by Archbishop Miller, CSB. Presentations exploring both how we can honour and compassionately assist those in palliative care to live with the highest quality of life for as long as possible, and how we can support caregivers. Deadline for registration is September 12th. Our Parish will cover 50% of conference cost of $150 (includes morning snacks and lunch). Conference brochure and registration form available from the Parish Office, or visit www.chabc.bc.ca Tel. 604-524-3427 Email: [email protected]



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