6th Sunday in Ordinary Time February 16, 2025

 
        
       Our Lady of Peace Parish
Also Serving Our Lady of the Smile Parish, Waterhen Lake and
St. Jude’s Parish, Green Lake

Office Hours: Closed MON, TUES, THURS & FRI
OPEN : Wednesday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Office Phone:  306-236-5122 
Cell Phone: 306-304-7271

Parish Email: [email protected] Pastor Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Catholic Church Meadow Lake
Website: https://www.meadowlakecatholicchurch.com/
Address: 504-3rd Ave. East, Meadow Lake, SK S9X 1H5  
 
  Blessed the one who trusts in the Lord.
Psalm 1 Refrain
 
 Our Vision:
A Community of Disciples
Our Mission
We commit to form disciples
who joyfully and faithfully
live out the mission of
Jesus Christ
by enriching our relationship
with God and neighbour
through the intercession of
Our Lady of Peace.

Pastor: 
Fr. Uche Umechikelu, MSP
Parish Secretary:
Pat Bencharski
 
 Masses
Intentions

When there is a funeral, the daily mass will normally be cancelled.  Check Facebook for the most up-to-date information.  On Tuesday to Friday and on Sunday, Our Lady of Peace masses will be livestreamed on Facebook.

Mon., Feb. 17 – No mass
 
Tues., Feb. 18– 10:00 am Liturgy with Communion at the Lodge
 
Tues., Feb. 18 – 6:30 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Henri Lazar by Norman & Frances Steier

Wed., Feb. 19 – 6:30 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Mary Poduthas by Andrew Poduthas

Thurs., Feb. 20 – 9:30 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Louis & Germaine Wilfing & Raymond Wilfing by Nick & Eileen Charney

Thurs., Feb. 20 – 10:00 am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
 
Fri., Feb. 21 – 9:30 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Therese Christensen by Louis Gratton

Sat., Feb. 22 – 7:00 pm (Our Lady of Peace) - People of God

Sun., Feb. 23 – 10:00 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - People of God

Sun., Feb. 23 – 12:30 pm (St. Jude’s Green Lake) - People of God

Sun., Feb. 23 – 3:00 pm (Our Lady of the Smile Waterhen) - People of God

THIS WEEK IN THE PARISH

1. Catechism classes every Sunday after mass.
2. Today, Feb. 16 after mass we will have a Parish Fun Day starting with a Pancake Breakfast followed by games and fun for all ages and ending with a Bingo.

 
Sunday Collection –  Feb. 9  Meadow Lake  $1600.25    Green Lake  $1574.85     Children’s $19.35
                                                           
 
Sunday Church Attendance –    Feb. 9   Adults  144  Children  23    Total  167
 
 
The Pope’s Prayer Intention for February – For vocations to the priesthood and religious life – Let us pray that the ecclesial community might welcome the desires and doubts of those young people who feel a call to serve Christ’s mission in the priesthood and religious life.
 
Ecumenical Service – There will be an ecumenical service for all women on Wednesday, February 26 at 2:00 pm in Our Lady of Peace Church followed by fellowship in the Hall.
 
Holy Family Month - The month of February is dedicated to the Holy Family. The special devotion which proposes the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph as the model of virtue of all Christian households began in the 17th century.
 
Secretary’s Hours – Beginning in February the secretary will be in the office only one day per week. The secretary will be working Wednesdays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
 
Responsible Ministry Workshop  -  We are planning to hold a workshop after mass on Wednesday, Feb. 26. This workshop is for all involved in ministries with children and vulnerable adults. There are forms to fill out and a short video to watch. Please attend if possible.
 
Knights of Columbus – Regular Knights of Columbus Meeting will be held after mass Tuesday, February 25.
                       
 
Scripture Insights – Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Taken from Source Book for Sundays, Seasons and Weekdays 2025: The Almanac for Pastoral Liturgy, LTP Liturgy Training Publications Copyright 2024, 3949 South Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609, pg. 90.
 
 This Sunday’s Old Testament readings present a strong – even harsh – contrast between putting our trust in God and in other people. Neither the prophet nor the psalmist, however, intends that we not seek relationship with those around us. At stake here are how we ground ourselves, understand our value, and find our truth. If we look to God, in whose image and likeness we are made, for our authority and authenticity, we will be able to turn outward in solidarity with others.
Luke’s Gospel presents Jesus’ teaching on the kingdom of God. What we find across these “blessings” and “woes” are reversals that challenge what society often dictates to be status or success. By contrast, Jesus teaches that those who live in humility and find their authentic selves in this life apart from social conventions – namely, in right relationship with God and others – will know true union with God, both in this life and in the next. The opposite, of course, is also true. If we seek affirmation and authenticity only in fleeting desires and satisfactions, we will have little foundation on which to stand in relationship to God.
Paul takes the next step by teaching that, on our behalf, Christ took on death and beat it. Further, this victory is only the firstfruits. Just as Christ died and was resurrected to eternal union with God, so shall all those who “belong” to Christ. Our hope must lie here. We are to live as if God is our king, and this process of believing and acting will bring about that kingdom. This, in turn, prepares the way for the eternal kingdom and living eternally in union with our Creator.
 

• We have felt God’s call but continue to doubt: Could I really be the best person for the job? Let us recall our response when God invites us to behold the Eucharist, “Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof, but only say the word and my soul shall be healed.” Let us feel assured that when we turn our eyes toward God, we see not judgment but only love.

·         God calls us to create safe spaces for ourselves and also to connect with others who are different in religion, race, age, language, or culture; to explore and revere unfamiliar neighborhoods, cities, or countries; to open our eyes, ears, and hearts to God’s presence there; and to welcome their presence in our Church.