7th Sunday in Ordinary Time February 23, 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  
 
   The Lord is merciful and gracious.
Psalm 103 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.
 
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. 24 – No mass
 
Tues., Feb. 25– 10:00 am Liturgy with Communion at the Lodge
 
Tues., Feb. 25 – 6:30 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Yolande Gratton by Louis Gratton

Wed., Feb. 26 – 6:30 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Louis & Germaine Wilfing & Raymond Wilfing by Nick & Eileen Charney

Thurs., Feb. 27 – 9:30 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Therese Christensen by Louis Gratton

Thurs., Feb. 27 – 10:00 am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
 
Fri., Feb. 28 – 9:30 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Louis & Germaine Wilfing & Raymond Wilfing by Nick & Eileen Charney

Sat., Mar. 1 – 7:00 pm (Our Lady of Peace) - People of God

Sun., Mar. 2 – 10:00 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - People of God

Sun., Mar. 2 – 12:30 pm (St. Jude’s Green Lake) - People of God

THIS WEEK IN THE PARISH

1. Catechism classes every Sunday after mass.
2. Knights of Columbus meeting Tuesday, Feb. 25 after evening mass.
3. Responsible Ministries Workshop Wednesday, Feb. 26 after evening mass.

 
Sunday Collection –  Feb. 16  Meadow Lake  $680.00    Green Lake  no mass    Children’s $0
                                                           
 
Sunday Church Attendance –    Feb. 16   Adults  104  Children  9    Total  113
 
 
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. (Theresa Rodrigue, Myra Briscoe, Ike Osuji, Rhea Scherr, Gary Bell, Marie Mamchur, Lorraine Twidale, Pat Bencharski). 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 – Seventh 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. 96.
 
 Today’s readings are, on the one hand, about the faithfulness and mercy of God and, on the other, about sin, atonement, and human interactivity. Throughout history, God has consistently shown compassionate understanding as a model Father to his children. The key here is the familial relationship that endures highs and lows, rights and wrongs. The biblical writings consistently characterize this relationship as one of covenant, a dynamic commitment of promises and obligations that, if allowed to do so, can grow and develop over time into an eternal union.
David shows his trust in God to thwart his opponents and to invoke justice. This trust brings about God’s plan for David and all God’s people. Jesus illustrates such trust in God as he summons us to “do to others as you would have them do to you” (Lk 6:31) despite what they may actually do. Jesus is not calling us to be doormats trodden upon by all who might take advantage. By contrast, if we find our center and fundamental value in God and our creation in God’s image and likeness, such pain can be properly situated. Our true selves will not be altered or hurt by it. We can make decisions, holding ourselves and others accountable and doing the right thing, all while remaining in right relationship with God through Christ and refusing vengeance or petty grievance.
Paul reflects theologically on this call to covenant relationship and just action. He articulates God’s plan as it has been from the beginning. Humankind is composed of both nature and spirit. Paul challenges us to live the natural into the spiritual, to rise above the fray and be who God truly calls us to be.
 

• When standing face-to-face with someone who has wronged us, we often struggle to recognize and process our emotions – anger, disappointment, sadness – so they come out through words and actions that cause additional harm. What does it take to respond as David did and how Jesus is inviting us to? One way is to proactively invite the Holy Spirit, the breath of God, into those moments through our breathing.

·         Many times we rejoice at the punishment of those who have committed crimes by supporting inhumane conditions, disproportionate sentences, and even the death penalty. Our faith gives us a strong foundation to seek justice differently: through healing, accountability, and transformation of the conditions that contribute to crime.