Pastoral Staff

Pastor: FR. JAROSLAW DZIUBA, SDS (Fr. Yarek) pastor@stjamesparishrc.com

*Appts to be arranged through the parish office

Associate Pastor: FR. DENNIS BHASKAR associatepastor@stjamesparishrc.com

Deacon: DEACON KEN WADDLE kwaddle@xplornet.ca

Senior Administrator: DEBORAH QUINLAN office@stjamesparishrc.com

Religious Education: LEANNE PLAMONDON religiousedu@stjamesparishrc.com

Youth Ministry Coordinator: CHARLES TURNER youthmin@stjamesparishrc.com

Administrative Assistant: CHRISTINA SPRINKHUYSEN

Submissions for the bulletin go to: bulletin@stjamesparishrc.com

DEADLINE IS THURSDAY 12 NOON

Parish Mailing Address

St. James Parish, Site 7, Box 41, RR#2

Okotoks, AB T1S 1A2

Phone: 403-938-3122

Fax: 403-938-0524

Email: office@stjamesparishrc.com

OFFICE HOURS:

Monday - Friday 8:30-12:00, 1:00-3:30pm

*Closed for the Noon Hour*

*Closed 3rd Friday of the Month

Emergencies only (Sacrament of the Sick):

Fr. Yarek at 403-613-2680 or

Fr. Dennis at 587-432-5792. *Please speak

clearly and state your name and Phone number

St. James Church

338040 – 32nd St. East

(Street Address only)

Okotoks

St. Michael’s Church 402 Government Road

(Street address only)

Black Diamond

SCHEDULE FOR ST. MICHAEL’S

CHURCH:

Mass Times: Sun: 9:00am

Wed: 9:00am

Fri: 9:00am Reconciliation Schedule: After weekday Mass or by Appt. Solemn Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Friday following Mass, 9:30-10:30am

Building

and

Sustaining

One

Parish

SCHEDULE FOR ST. JAMES

CHURCH:

Mass Times:

Sun: 11:00am & 7:00pm Tues: 7:00pm Thurs 9:30am Sat: 9:00am

Reconciliation Schedule:

Tuesday after 7:00pm Mass, Sunday: 6:30-6:55pm *or by appt. Solemn Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Tuesday following Mass 7:30-8:30pm

Upcoming Events and Activities

St. James CWL We hope you all had a happy Mother's

Day and enjoyed our Hanging Plant Sale

today!

Please mark your calendars for our next exciting

event! Our Annual June Windup Dinner. This year, it

will be on Wednesday, June 15th, in the Parish Hall...

Stay tuned for more information each week."

Black Diamond Knights of Columbus will be holding their annual plant sale after mass at St. Michael’s on May 29.

On your Anniversary to the Priesthood (May 29th)

Fr. Yarek, a shepherd caring for God’s flock, we thank

you for your loving example of self-sacrifice & faithful

service to the people of God. We ask the Lord to bless

you abundantly in your priestly ministry,

and may we as a parish community, continue to support

you with our prayers and congratulate you on this 23rd

Anniversary of ordination!

Mass for our First Communion Candidates will be on Sunday, May 29th @ 11am. **Please Note: Parking Lot and Pews may be extra full.

All Altar

Servers

are

invited to

attend

11am or

7pm mass on June 12th, to

receive your Certificate of

Recognition of Service.

THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH

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Mass Times & Mass Intentions

Activities For The Week

Sunday - May 22

9:00am - St. Michael’s

Brian Lyttle 11:00am - St. James

Emma Thorn 7:00pm - St. James

People of the Parish

Divine Mercy Chaplet at 10:50am prior to 11am Mass, St. James Church St. James CWL Hanging Plant Sale after Mass, St. James Church Baptism Preparation 1-4pm, St. James Church, St. Raphael Room

Monday - May 23

NO MASS

2nd Sunday Choir Practice 7-8pm, St. Michael’s Church Men’s Prayer Group 7:30-8:30pm, St. James Church, St. Br. Andre Room.

Topics: Review of the Catechism and reflections on the Book of Wisdom.

Tuesday - May 24

7:00pm - St. James

Caitlin Hayes

Adoration and Reconciliation following 7pm Mass.

Wednesday - May 25

9:00am - St. Michael’s

Lorraine Tourand

Youth Music Practice 7:30-9pm, St. James Church HIS Choir Practice 4:30-5:30pm, St. James Church

Thursday - May 26

9:30am - St. James

Fr. Clement

“Rivers of Living Water” Charismatic Prayer Group 7-9pm, St. James Church, St. Br. Andre Room

HIS Choir Practice 7:30-10pm, St. James Church

Friday - May 27

9:00am - St. Michael’s

Lee Chouinard

Adoration following 9am Mass

Saturday - May 28

9:00am - St. James

Special Intention

Jesus the Divine Healer Spring Conference with Robert Canton 9am-5pm, St. James Church

Sunday - May 29

9:00am - St. Michael’s

Peter & Irmina Baier 11:00am - St. James

Vinka Cavar 7:00pm - St. James

People of the Parish

Coffee Sunday after 11am Mass, St. James Church Hall, Hosted by St. Mary’s First Communion Sunday at St. James & St. Michael’s Safeway & Sobey’s Gift Cards available after both Masses, St. James Church Black Diamond KofC Hanging Plant sale after 9am Mass, St. Michael’s Church

* Low Gluten Eucharist is available at every Mass

Testimonials of

Jesus’ Grace of

healing through

Robert Canton

This is my first time I saw God's grace in front of my eyes. God really used you mightily in healing many sicknesses. It was the first time for me to see many blind people, many in the wheelchairs, many deaf people and demonized people, and deaf-mutes, and people with tumors, receive miraculous healings. Now, I'm just praying for you Robert so you can continue your good works and always be blessed by God. In July 2009, I had a biopsy done. The doctor told us that most likely it was cancer. It would take a week for results. As days went by we had many sleepless nights. With the prayer support of family and friends including Bob Canton who's message from God was: "Be not afraid for I go before you. Your healing is underway for my Father's glory." His prayer and message gave us strength & peace & comfort as we went to get the results. The doctor informed us there was no cancer. We give all honor and glory to God for His healing touch. A gentleman had a sciatic nerve problem and could not bend his knees for months. As a nurse he could not perform his duties well. He attended a healing session and the Lord touched him; he told me he had very little pain and that he was able to work much better. Another man suffered from lower back pain, attended the healing

session and since then has not experienced any more pain. Praise the Lord, blessed be His name on high! I witnessed many healings during the healing seminar sponsored by the Filipino Catholic Charismatic communities in Rome. Recently, I spoke with people who attended the Healing Rally: one person was healed of eye problems due to diabetes, a teenager almost blind in both eyes can now see again. Others reported their tumors being gone, hearing being restored, healings for back pain sufferers, healings of rheumatism, asthma, allergies, and inner healing took place. God showed up and many were touched. To God be all the glory. GOD IS REALLY ALIVE and moving through you!!!

For more testimonies go to: www.robertcantonministries.org

FIRST RECONCILIATION 2016 For children in Gr. 3 and up. Registration will take place at St. James Church in September 2016. Please contact Leanne at the Parish office with any questions at 403-938-3122.

CONFIRMATION 2016-2017 For Grades 8 and up. Registration will take place at St. James Church in September 2016. Please contact Leanne at the Parish office with any questions at 403-938-3122.

FIRST COMMUNION 2016 ALL CLASSES WILL BE SUNDAYS FROM 9-10:30am, Parents and Students are expected to attend Mass following the sessions. Registration fee $25.00.. *Baptism Certificate required if not baptized @ St. James or St. Michael’s. Sunday, May 29, 2016

First Communion Sacramental Mass

BAPTISM PREPARATION If your child is seven years old or

younger and you have not attended a baptismal preparation class before, you are required to attend. Registration fee is $20.

Session Five: Sunday May 22, 1-4pm (Special date & time)

A baptismal registration form must be handed in to the parish office before the start of the session. Baptisms are held on the 2nd Sunday of every month after the 11:00am Mass at St. James or during the

9am mass at St. Michael’s If your child is older than seven years and in need of baptism please contact the parish office at 403-938-3122.

MARRIAGE PREPARATION Phone the Parish Office at least 6

months before marriage and make an appointment. Marriage preparation sessions are mandatory for those preparing for marriage. Sessions are at St. James Church, Friday 7-9pm and Saturday, 9:00am to 4:30pm on the following dates: Session Four: October 21 and 22, 2016 Registration fee is $150.00 per couple.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Registration is ongoing

for all those interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith. Inquirers are instructed in the Catholic Faith and introduced to the life of the Church. The sessions are Wednesdays from 7-9pm at St. James Church.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Teens (RCIT) This program is

designed for all youth from grades 7-12, who desire to receive the Catholic Sacraments they have missed and for any youth who wishes to be fully initiated into the Catholic Church.

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Sr. Ann Shields, author, speaker and host of the daily radio program “Food for the Journey” is coming to St. James, Okotoks this fall as guest speaker for the “Like a Mighty River” Conference. You can catch her

radio program at www.renewal ministries.net. As the Jubilee Year of

Mercy is celebrated in so many ways, we invite you to join us for this time of renewal.

Roman Catholic Diocese of Calgary

Announcements from the Catholic Pastoral Centre

For May 22nd, 2016 | The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity

SHALOM FESTIVAL 2016 IN CALGARY Shalom Media is bringing Shalom Festival to Calgary on June 4, 2016 at Canadian Martyrs Church, Calgary from 8:30 am -

5pm. It is a Catholic conference where individuals come together in prayer , worship, and solidar ity. Bishop Henry will

be speaking at the event, as well as sessions led by international Catholic preachers and joyous praise and worship. This is an

event for everyone! You are invited to this spiritual banquet to receive God's grace and anointing. Come and experience the

everlasting love of God! For more information, visit www.shalomworld.org

FEED THE HUNGRY GOLF TOURNAMENT

Diocesan Golfers - Silvertip is calling! Do you love to golf? Have you always wanted to exper ience the amazing Silver tip

Resort in Canmore? Here's your chance! Once again, Feed the Hungry is holding its annual golf tournament at Silvertip in

Canmore. This year's tournament is August 8. Golf for $350 ($100 tax receipt) and this includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, tee

gift, 18 holes & cart. We also need sponsors. For more information or to register online, visit my.calgarydiocese.ca/

fthgolf or contact Samantha Jones. 403-218-5531 or samantha.jones@calgarydiocese.ca WORLD MIGRANT & REFUGEE DAY On June 20th, we will be celebrating the many contributions of forcibly displaced people throughout the world with Mass at St.

Mary’s Cathedral, at 7 pm presided by Bishop Freder ick Henry. With this Jubilee Year of Mercy celebration, we will

not only recognize refugees, past and current, but the many people dedicated to helping them. An international potluck will

follow in the Church Hall. For more information and RSVP: Marilou.legeyt@calgarydiocese.ca or call 403-218-5519.

MAKING DISCIPLES | RCIA WORKSHOP

The Western Conference on the Catechumenate is in Calgary again this spring! Presented by Nick Wagner of TeamRCIA, this

conference will give clergy and catechists a dynamic overview of the process and the various stages as well as strategies for

bringing discipleship to life in your parish. May 27 (6:30pm – 9pm) & May 28 (8:30am – 4pm). FCJ Centre, Calgary.

Check out: http://western-catechumenate.blogspot.ca for more information.

THE CHURCH THAT GOES FORTH: JUSTICE AND MERCY IN THE CURRENT MIGRANT CRISIS In his book, The Name of God is Mercy, Pope Francis describes “the Church that goes forth” as a field hospital for “those who

are wounded, who are in need of an attentive ear, understanding, forgiveness, and love.” Dr. Agnes de Dreuzy will be presenting

on this message of hope on May 28th 2016, St. Joseph’s Church, 640 19 Avenue NW, 2:00 pm. Representatives from Calgary

Catholic Immigration Society will be presenting on how Calgary and the Diocese

have responded to this migrant crisis. All are welcome.

JOIN AND ENJOY THE ONE ROCK FESTIVAL OF FAITH

All six Dioceses in Alberta are joining efforts for the One Rock Festival of Faith,

August 12, 13 & 14 to present World Youth Day At Home. Your support will

help reach the young adults and their families in our midst, giving them the

opportunity of being together with other like-minded Christians, enjoy fun events,

catechesis sessions, and the sacraments.

You can help us in our mission by supporting this year’s festival through your tax deductible donations; by using two options

either 1. Online onerock.ca – “How can I help” page OR 2. By sending a cheque designated for One Rock made payable to RC

Diocese of Calgary, 120 17 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2S 2T2.

Volunteers: You are also invited to become a Team Member . Please visit www.onerock.ca to sign up or contact Linnea

Ferguson, Volunteer Coordinator, 403-218-5500, Linnea.Ferguson@calgarydiocese.ca

VISIT OF THE ROMAN CURIA TO CALGARY: CHRISTIAN UNITY MASS AND PRESENTATION

Join members of The Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity Dialogue with the Christian Church - Disciples of Christ

from the Papacy and around the world. The Mass at St. Mary's Cathedral will be with Bishop David Ricken and is scheduled for

Sunday June 19 at 10 am, presentation and light lunch to follow at 11:30 am.

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Ministry Contact Information

Children’s Liturgy Roxanne Bruketa rrpasternak@hotmail.com

Couples for Christ Program

Julius Strachan 403-630-5291 julius_strachanjr@yahoo.com

Finance Council

Girls T&T Jane Perreault mommyjane3@gmail.com

K of C - St. James Kevin Crawford 403-938-4328

K of C - St. Michael’s Steve Dookie 403-933-5757

Men’s Prayer Group

Stefan Schwartz 403-850-2057 stefrschwarz@gmail.com

Music Ministry Leanne Plamondon 403-982-9876

Parish Pastoral Council

Dave Wilson 403-995-2201

Pastoral Care Ron Nelson 403-995-0089

Prayer Chain Vi Lake vilake@telus.net

RCIA Cheryl Poulin ccfry47@telus.net

Rivers of Living Water Prayer Group

Kim Jakobowski kimjakobowski@shaw.ca

Sacramental Preparation

Leanne Plamondon religiousedu@ stjamesparishrc.com

403-938-3122

St. James’ Boy’s Group for Father’s and Sons

Jason Krueger 403-836-1541 jkrueger@redeemer.ab.ca

St. James Catholic Women’s League

Pamela Mclean pamela_mclean04@yahoo.com

St. James Moms’ Group

Linda Bryson 403-938-7644 dlbryson@hotmail.com

St. Vincent de Paul

Tara Epp 403-938-0562 tepp@redeemer.ab.ca

St. Vincent de Paul - Black Diamond

John Walsh 403-933-4955

Stewardship Leanne Plamondon religiousedu@stjamesparishrc.com

Together in Action Dave Wilson 403-995-2201

Youth Group Charles Turner youthmin@stjamesparishrc.com

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EXPERIENCING MERCY SESSION IN MEDICINE HAT

Why an Ecumenical Council? Why the Second Vatican Council? Dr. Agnes

de Dreuzy will be presenting on the history in the convening of councils in

the life of the Church and what made Vatican II unique, both in content and

historical context. Session will be concluded with a Vespers from the

Liturgy of the Hours. This session, co-hosted by St. Patrick’s Parish and

Holy Family Parish in Medicine Hat will be held on Sunday, May 29th 2016

at 1:00 pm, Holy Family Church, 1451 Strachan Road SE, Medicine

Hat.

DIOCESAN PALLIATIVE CARE EDUCATION PROGRAM

The Diocesan Palliative Care Education Program Part 1 and Part 2 will take

place at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road SE, Medicine Hat,

Alberta, May 27 & 28 and June 3 & 4, 2016. The Program is on the two

Friday evenings and all day both Saturdays. For more information and to

register, please call Theresa at Holy Family Parish, 403-527-6933. CATHOLIC SPEED DATING

Are you looking for a good Catholic man or woman? Contact: Rose at

rose@catholicspeeddating.ca or 578--333-1099 or register at

www.CatholicSpeedDating.ca for our upcoming Events: May 27th at St.

Paul's Church (1305 Main St S., Airdr ie) (Women: 24 to 32 & Men: 27

to 35) June 10th at Canadian Martyrs, 835 Northmount Dr. N.W, Calgary

(Women: 33 to 41 & Men: 36 to 44).

MARRIAGE PREPARATION

Accepts all couples preparing for marriage. Upcoming Dates: May 30/Jun

17-18, Aug 22/Sept 9-10. For registration or info contact 403-218-5505

or email lifeandfamily@calgarydiocese.ca

FEED THE HUNGRY: RECRUITING COOK TEAM VOLUNTEERS

Feed the Hungry, Calgary Catholic Charities is interested in recruiting Cook

Team leads Volunteers whose primary responsibility is to provide oversight

and assistance in the preparation of the weekly Sunday dinner at St. Mary’s

Cathedral, at the Hall. Also recruiting Cooking Team Volunteers to assist in

dinner preparation. Cook teams have approximately 4 to 6 individuals. If

you are interested please contact, Sartre Jean-Gilles at

feedthehungry@calgarydiocese.ca or 403-218-5532.

CHOIR DIRECTOR/LEADER OF SONG

Canadian Martyrs Parish community (835 Northmount Drive NW) is

currently seeking applicants for a Choir Director to provide leadership for

the 10:45am Sunday Mass. Interested candidates should email the parish

secretary at secretary@canadianmartyrsparish.ca or call Simone DeCnodder

at 587-223-4896 for more information.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – FAITH LIFE DIRECTOR St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish in Chestermere, AB has an opening for the position

of Faith Life Director. This is a part-time, 10-month (August-June) position

commencing in late August, 2016. The position, reporting to the pastor, would

oversee the preparation of parishioners for Baptism, First Holy Communion, First

Reconciliation, Confirmation, the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, as well as

adult faith formation study programs. For more information please visit

www.saintgabrielparish.ca/jobs or http://www.calgarydiocese.ca/articles/

employment-opportunities.html. Deadline for applications is Friday, May 27.

Weekly Collection

Report 2016

May 15, 2016

Collections Budget

Over (Under)

Budget

Year to date

Collections

Year to date

Budget

Over (Under)

Budget

Operating Fund $12,901 $9,510 $3,391 $175,058 $200,200 $(25,142)

Together in Action (TIA) $274 $936 $(662) $19,202 $18,720 $482

Building Fund Loan $3,448 $1,682 $1,766 $57,503 $33,640 $23,863

Sale of Safeway and

Sobeys Gift Cards

Safeway and Sobeys gift cards

are sold at face value every

second Sunday after the 11 am

and 7 pm Mass, as well as at the

Parish office. Cash, cheque,

debit and credit cards can be

used for payment. Our goal for

2016 is to sell $9000 per month

or $108,000 annually which will

contribute $8100 towards the

Parish. TIA donations are

accepted as well!

Actual

Apr 1 to 30, 2016 $ 6,150.00

Year to date $21,650.00

Proceeds

to the Parish $ 1,623.75

T here was a barber who paid close attention at his parish whenever the topic of evangelization was discussed. He thought he should be doing more to

share his faith with his customers. The next morning the barber told the Lord in prayer, “Today I’m going to witness to the first customer who walks through my door.” A man came in as he opened his shop and said, “I need a shave.” The barber said, “Yes sir! Just have a seat and I’ll be right with you.” The barber went in the back and prayed a quick prayer saying, “Lord, the first customer just came in and I’m going

to witness to him. Give me the wisdom to know just the right thing to say. Amen.” Then the barber came out with his straight Razor in one hand and a Bible in the other and told his customer: “I have a question for you: Are you ready to meet your Maker?”

St. Vincent de Paul -

Okotoks, Report A total of $7,492.12 was spent

for the month of April,

providing assistance to local

people. Twelve home visits

were done, serving 25 adults

and 13 children, with a total

of 24 volunteer hours. The total expenditure includes

$3,400 in food and fuel cards, which are given to

beneficiaries at the discretion of the volunteers. Year

to Date Revenue: $10,504.29. Year to Date

Expenses: $24,340.48. Thank you for your prayers and

continued support!