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10/31/2025 0 Comments All Soul's Day November 2, 2025Our 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 I will walk before the Lord, in the land of the living. Psalm 34 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. Nov., 3 – No mass Tues. Nov. 4 – 10:00 am Liturgy with Communion at the Lodge Tues. Nov. 4 - 1:00 pm Mass at Elders Lodge on Flying Dust Tues., Nov, 4 – 6:30 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - For Lena Weber by Jane Weber Wed., Nov. 5 – 6:30 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - For Nick Hyrchuk by Jane Weber Thurs., Nov. 6 – 9:30 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - For John Weber by Jane Weber Thurs. Nov. 6 - 10:00 am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Fri., . Nov. 7 – 9:30 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - For Tracy Staruiala by Audrey Staruiala Sat., Nov. 8– 5:00 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church) - People of God Sun., Nov. 9 – 10:00 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - People of God Sun., Nov. 9 – 12:30 pm (St. Jude’s Green Lake) - People of God Sun., Nov. 9 -3:00 pm (Our Lady of the Smile Waterhen) - People of God THIS WEEK IN THE PARISH
Sunday Collection – October 26 Meadow Lake $1021.55 Green Lake $39.75 Children’s $6.80 Sunday Church Attendance – October 26 Adults 106 Children 18 Total 124 The Pope’s Prayer Intention for November – For the prevention of suicide– Let us pray that those who are tempted to commit suicide might find the support, care and love they need in their community, and be open to the beauty of life . THANK YOU – to everyone who helped to make our fall supper a success. We raised $3316.00 for the parish. Thank You from the Residents of the Villas – thank you to the organizers, food donors, and workers for the delicious meal that was delivered to us on Sunday as part of the fall supper. The 2025 Bishop’s Annual Appeal – It is time for us to do what we can to support the programs and ministries that benefit both our parish and the wider community. Your gift and your prayers will help to make this year’s appeal a success. Every contribution counts. Our parish has been asked to raise $16,489.00 and Green Lake has been asked to raise $1885.00 for this year’s Appeal. Bishop’s Annual Appeal: “Planting Seeds of Hope” October 26 – December 31, 2025 Every gift is greatly appreciated! About Today’s Commemoration – On this day, we pray for those who have died but have not yet fully entered the heavenly kingdom. Although assured of their salvation, they must first pass through a stage of purification – one that is beyond the realm of temporal time – aided by our prayers. Our love for one another continues beyond death, and we are united with one another in the hope of eternal life with Christ. Saskatchewan Provincial Knights of Columbus Charity Appeal draw with banquet and dance will be Saturday, November 8 in our hall. The evening will start with mass at 5:00 followed by the banquet and dance. Also calling on all parishioners who can help pull apart tickets on Friday, November 7 evening starting at 7:00 pm, many hands make light work. Please come and help if you can. Any questions or to get tickets for the banquet call Chris Bencharski at 306.240.8872. Christmas Shoebox – The main reason to pack a shoebox is to ensure that children from the poorest families of the world know that someone cares, which is demonstrated by receiving a shoebox that is filled with toys, school supplies and personal care items. Shoeboxes can be picked up at the back of the church, more have been ordered, also an ordinary shoebox can be used. All shoeboxes must be at the church before or on November 16. For gift suggestions and information google, SamaritansPurse.ca/OCC. Scripture Insights – Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed (All Soul’s Day) 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. 366. Today’s Scriptures speak of our eternal destiny as rest. The Greek noun anapausis (see Ps 23:3; Mt11:29) and its related verb anapauo (see Mt 11:28) mean “rest” and “repose”, but also “refreshment”, “revival “. Yet another image of revival and transformation occurs in today’s first reading. In verse 7, the souls of the just are said to shine and be like sparks. Similar imagery is found in Daniel 12:3, where “those who sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake” and the righteous will shine like stars. In Daniel 8:10, the stars are angelic beings. Daniel and the author of the Book of Wisdom believe that after death the just will be transformed into angelic beings. This same view is expressed by Jesus in the Gospel accounts. · Which mother grieves more, the mother whose son is shot and killed, or the one whose son pulled the trigger? Both are looked upon by Jesus with eyes of mercy and love. May we also do the same, grieving together and holding tight to the hope of the resurrection. · When Scripture speaks of justice and “the just,” its meaning is best described as right relationship. We honor those who have gone before us when we make peace with them and learn from their examples in our relationships with others.
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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 poor one called and the Lord heard. Psalm 34 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., Oct. 27 – No mass Tues., Oct. 28 – 10:00 am Liturgy with Communion at the Lodge Tues., Oct. 28 – 6:30 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - For Ernie Hofer by Jane Weber Wed., Oct. 29 – 6:30 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - For Roisin McEvoy by Jane Weber Thurs., Oct. 30 – 9:30 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - For Dustin Hofer Jane Weber Thurs. Oct. 30 - 10:00 am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Fri., Oct. 31 – 9:30 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook)- For Leonard Hofer Jane Weber Sat., Nov. 1– 7:00 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church) - People of God Sun., Nov. 2 – 10:00 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - People of God Sun., Nov. 2 – 12:30 pm (St. Jude’s Green Lake) - People of God THIS WEEK IN THE PARISH
Sunday Collection – October 19 Meadow Lake $1276.05 Green Lake $50.10 Children’s $10.50 Sunday Church Attendance – October 19 Adults 126 Children 22 Total 148 The Pope’s Prayer Intention for October – For collaboration between different religious traditions – Let us pray that believers in different religious traditions might work together to defend and promote peace, justice and human fraternity. The 2025 Bishop’s Annual Appeal will begin this weekend. Please support this Appeal . The Appeal is directed at enabling the Bishop, through various diocesan programs, to fulfill the mission of the church. Our parish has been asked to raise $16,489.00 and Green Lake has been asked to raise $1885.00 for this year’s Appeal. Bishop’s Annual Appeal: “Planting Seeds of Hope” October 26 – December 31, 2025 Every gift is greatly appreciated! Our Lady of Peace Fall Supper – will be held on Sunday, October 26 from 4:30 – 7:00 pm in the hall. Saskatchewan Provincial Knights of Columbus Charity Appeal draw with banquet and dance will be Saturday, November 8 in our hall. The evening will start with mass at 5:00 followed by the banquet and dance. Also calling on all parishioners who can help pull apart tickets on Friday, November 7 evening starting at 7:00 pm, many hands make light work. Please come and help if you can. Any questions or to get tickets for the banquet call Chris Bencharski at 306.240.8872. Change in office hours – Office hours will be Wednesdays from 10 am – 4 pm. Christmas Shoebox – The main reason to pack a shoebox is to ensure that children from the poorest families of the world know that someone cares, which is demonstrated by receiving a shoebox that is filled with toys, school supplies and personal care items. Shoeboxes can be picked up at the back of the church, more have been ordered, also an ordinary shoebox can be used. All shoeboxes must be at the church before or on November 16. For gift suggestions and information google, SamaritansPurse.ca/OCC. Scripture Insights – 30th 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. 360. The Scriptures focus our attention on prayer. The first reading, from the Book of Sirach, and the responsorial psalm remind us that God hears the cry of the oppressed, the orphan, the widow, the lowly, and the poor. This does not mean that God does not listen to the prayer of all people, but God is especially attentive to people in great need, people who know that they rely on God for their very existence. The parable in today’s Gospel presents us with two contrasting figures, a Pharisee and a tax collector. Members of the Pharisaic sect identified themselves as strict observers of the law, while tax collectors were understood as individuals who collaborated with the Roman establishment. The Pharisee in this parable thanks God that he is not like other people, particularly those whom he would consider “lowlifes”. Meanwhile, the tax collector realizes that he is a sinner and pleads for God’s mercy. Which prayer is more sincere? · In our daily examen or night prayer, which voice do we resemble? Is it the Pharisee or the tax collector from today’s Gospel, or perhaps St. Paul in the second reading? On a daily basis we can evaluate how our awareness of our own brokenness has opened the doors to act on behalf of solidarity and justice. · Jesus promises a just response to our petitions. By presenting our prayers within the context of community, we can better ensure that our requests align with God’s vision of justice: that all humanity be reconciled in right relationship with each other and with God. · The verse before the Gospel reminds us to utilize words from Scripture in our prayer. In this way we keep our desires and hope fixed on God, and in our faith we will find rest. 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 Our help is from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. Psalm 121 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., Oct. 20 – No mass Tues., Oct. 21 – 10:00 am Liturgy with Communion at the Lodge Tues., Oct. 21 – 6:30 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - For Carl Hofer by Jane Weber Wed., Oct. 22 – No Mass (Fr. Uche away) Thurs., Oct. 23 – No Mass (Fr. Uche away) Fri., Oct. 24 – No Mass (Fr. Uche away) Sat., Oct. 25 – No Mass (Fr. Uche away) Sun., Oct. 26 – 10:00 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - People of God Sun., Oct. 26 – 12:30 pm (St. Jude’s Green Lake) - People of God Sun., Oct. 26 – 3:00 pm (Our Lady of the Smile Waterhen) - People of God THIS WEEK IN THE PARISH
Sunday Collection – October 12 Meadow Lake $1418.10 Green Lake $253.50 Children’s $11.90 Sunday Church Attendance – October 12 Adults 138 Children 22 Total 160 The Pope’s Prayer Intention for October – For collaboration between different religious traditions – Let us pray that believers in different religious traditions might work together to defend and promote peace, justice and human fraternity. The 2025 Bishop’s Annual Appeal will begin next weekend, and the diocese needs our support. It directs the many programs and ministries that impact the lives of individuals and families. Our parish has been asked to raise $16,489.00 and Green Lake has been asked to raise $1885.00 for this year’s Appeal. The theme of this year’s appeal is “Planting Seeds of Hope”. No masses – Father is away October 22 – 25, there will be no masses those days. Diocesan Pastoral Council meeting – The meeting comes up on the 25th of October at Prince Albert. Six volunteers are needed to represent us at the meeting. Please register with the secretary at the office. Our Lady of Peace Fall Supper – will be held on Sunday, October 26 from 4:30 – 7:00 pm in the hall. Saskatchewan Provincial Knights of Columbus Charity Appeal draw with banquet and dance will be Saturday, November 8 in our hall. Also calling on all parishioners who can help pull apart tickets on Friday, November 7 evening starting at 7:00 pm, many hands make light work. Please come and help if you can. Any questions or to get tickets for the banquet call Chris Bencharski at 306.240.8872. Change in office hours – Office hours will be Wednesdays from 10 am – 4 pm. Christmas Shoebox – The main reason to pack a shoebox is to ensure that children from the poorest families of the world know that someone cares, which is demonstrated by receiving a shoebox that is filled with toys, school supplies and personal care items. Shoeboxes can be picked up at the back of the church, more have been ordered, also an ordinary shoebox can be used. All shoeboxes must be at the church before or on November 16. For gift suggestions and information google, SamaritansPurse.ca/OCC. World Mission Sunday – At the initiative of Pope Pius XI in 1926, the second last Sunday during October became known as World Mission Sunday. Catholics throughout the world are invited to pray for and give to the missions. The collection this Sunday is organized by the Pontifical Missions Society. The funds collected assist some 1250 mission dioceses under the responsibility of the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples. Pastors and pastoral workers are invited to encourage among all the people of God a missionary spirit, to promote missionary vocations, and to collaborate spiritually and materially in the church’s mission work, including support for all the dioceses in our country’s northern regions. Scripture Insights – 29th 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. 354. The Gospel text for today is unique to Luke a parable often identified as that of “the unjust judge” of “the persistent widow.” What an engaging parable! Preachers, frequently focus on the character of the judge and, therefore, listeners are inclined to associate the judge with God. Listeners might conclude that their own prayer is not strong enough and that perhaps, if they just prayed harder or more often, God would answer their prayer as they want it answered. But we must ask: Is this how God acts? Is this how God listens to prayer? Does God count how frequently we pray? Another way of looking at this parable is to focus on the character of the widow. Biblical scholar Barbara Reid has called the woman “an icon for what it means to do the work of justice.” The unnamed widow in this story repeatedly approaches the unjust judge. She is persistent in her demand for justice. Why is this text often presented as the widow badgering the judge? This widow is requesting (according to the Greek text, “over and over”) justice. · The persistence needed to constantly turn toward God with faith is best achieved in community. Even the widow’s pleading was a public spectacle. We can each strengthen our faith by leaning on each other instead of trying to carry our burdens ourselves. · Jesus promises a just response to our petitions. By presenting our prayers within the context of community, we can better ensure that our requests align with God’s vision of justice: that all humanity be reconciled in right relationship with each other and with God. · The verse before the Gospel reminds us to utilize words from Scripture in our prayer. In this way we keep our desires and hope fixed on God, and in our faith we will find rest. |
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