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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 Monday Tuesday - Friday 1-4:00 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 are those who live in your house, O Lord. Psalm 84 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., Dec. 30 – No mass Tues., Dec. 31– 10:00 am Liturgy with Communion at the Lodge Tues., Dec. 31 – 7:30 pm Holy Hour/Vigil Mass Wed., Jan. 1 – 10:00 am NEW YEAR CELEBRATION (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - Special Intention by Swapna Abraham & Bijo Augustine Thurs., Jan. 2 – 9:30 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Kevin Friedrich by Sister MaryAnn Fri., Jan. 3 – No mass (Priests day with the Bishop) Sat., Jan. 4 – No mass Sun., Jan. 5 – 10:00 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - People of God Sun., Jan. 5 – 12:30 pm (St. Jude’s Green Lake) - People of God THIS WEEK IN THE PARISH
Sunday Collection – Dec. 22: Meadow Lake $5354.40 Green Lake $241.95 Children’s Collection $3.70 Sunday Church Attendance – Dec. 22 – Adults 161 Children 24 Total 185 The Pope’s Prayer Intention for December – for pilgrims of hope – Let us pray that this Jubilee strengthen us in our faith, helping us to recognize the Risen Christ in the midst of our lives, transforming us into pilgrims of Christian hope. The Pope’s Prayer Intention for January – For the right to an education – Let us pray for migrants, refugees and those affected by war, that their right to an education, which is necessary to build a better world, might always be respected. Bishop’s Annual Appeal: “Bring Your Gifts to the Altar” October 27, 2024 – December 31, 2024 Every gift is greatly appreciated! Bishop’s Annual Appeal – Thank you for generously supporting the Bishop’s Annual Appeal. The Annual Appeal goal for Our Lady of Peace is $16,392.00 and for St. Jude’s Parish is $1823.00. As of Dec. 16 our parish has 22 pledges for $6430.00. The diocese has received 740 pledges for $325004.48. World Day of Peace – January 1 – The World Day of Peace was established by Pope Paul VI in 1968 who asked that “every year, this commemoration be repeated as a hope and as a promise, at the beginning of the calendar which measures and outlines the path of human life in time, that Peace with its just and beneficent equilibrium may dominate the development of events to come.” Each year has a specific theme, chosen by the Holy Father. Taken from Ordo page 38 Scripture Insights – Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph 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. 40. Today’s Feast of the Holy Family highlights the importance of family, both in imagery and in history, for understanding God’s relationship with humankind. The readings begin in First Samuel with Hannah expressing her thankfulness for god’s response to her open petition. She remains faithful to her promise and returns the gift of her child Samuel in consecration to God. Samuel, in turn, becomes one of God’s key prophetic spokespeople. Together they present a unique model of family. Luke’s Gospel focuses on the one episode Scripture preserves of Jesus’ childhood. Jesus was drawn to those from whom he could learn and grow, though it caused concern for his family. Sometimes such hunches take us outside our boxes, as well as those of our family and our society. This may lead us to the path of finding authentic relationship with God broadening our understanding of family.
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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 Monday Tuesday - Friday 1-4:00 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 Restore us, O God; let your face shine, that we may be saved. Psalm 80 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., Dec. 23 – 7:00 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - Special Intention by Louis Gratton Tues., Dec. 24 – 3:00 pm (Our Lady of the Smile Waterhen) Tues., Dec. 24 – 8:00 pm (St. Jude’s Green Lake) Tues., Dec. 24 – 10:00 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - Special Intention by Louis Gratton Wed., Dec. 25 – 10:00 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Robert LaRocque by his family Thurs., Dec. 26 – 9:30 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Kevin Friedrich by Ken & Margaret Alger Thurs., Dec. 26 – 11:00 am Liturgy with Communion at the Lodge Fri., Dec. 27 – 9:30 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Kevin Friedrich by Ken & Margaret Alger Sat., Dec. 28 – No mass Sun., Dec. 29 – 10:00 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - People of God Sun., Dec. 29 – 1:00 pm (St. Jude’s Green Lake) - People of God THIS WEEK IN THE PARISH
Sunday Collection – Dec. 15: Meadow Lake $3297.00 Green Lake $113.70 Children’s Collection $5.25 Sunday Church Attendance – Dec. 15 – Adults 137 Children 16 Total 153 The Pope’s Prayer Intention for December – for pilgrims of hope – Let us pray that this Jubilee strengthen us in our faith, helping us to recognize the Risen Christ in the midst of our lives, transforming us into pilgrims of Christian hope. Bishop’s Annual Appeal: “Bring Your Gifts to the Altar” October 27, 2024 – December 31, 2024 Every gift is greatly appreciated! Bishop’s Annual Appeal – Thank you for generously supporting the Bishop’s Annual Appeal. The Annual Appeal goal for Our Lady of Peace is $16,392.00 and for St. Jude’s Parish is $1823.00. As of Dec. 16 our parish has 23 pledges for $6930.00. The diocese has received 805 pledges for $347809.48. Thank You to everyone who donated so generously to the reverse collection. The Door of Hope is grateful for the 789 pounds of food collected. Knights of Columbus Thank You – to all who helped with the pancake breakfast: Gary Bell, Robert Marsman, Larry & rose Sawatzky, Harvey Vollman, Ken Alger, Walter LeBoeuf, Jude Dugbere, Dexter Fehr and Chris Bencharski. Thanks also to all who helped with the Bingo. Scripture Insights – Fourth Sunday of Advent 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. 26. Micah speaks God’s Word about a ruler who is both shepherd and a majestic name, bringing peace and greatness. The catch is that he will come forth from tiny Bethlehem, unexpected in every way. The guiding hand of God, the psalmist proclaims, is always at work for the good of creation, often despite human plans. The New Testament readings further articulate God’s will to work in the world, often beyond the ken of human expectation. The passage from Hebrews puts forth the atoning sacrifice of Jesus’ body in just this manner. Keeping a ritual is not enough if it is empty of heartfelt desire for change and authenticity. This is as true today as it was in the first century. God’s gift of Jesus, Christ and Son, to the world in his person and ministry, as well as his atoning sacrifice, was far beyond what the people expected but was precisely what the world so desperately needed. Luke’s Gospel presents the encounter between two faithful women who show themselves open to God working both in the world and in their lives in just such profoundly unexpected ways. As they come together in support of one another, they realize the depth and breadth of God’s plan and how they are called beyond both their comfort and society’s role for them.
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 Monday Tuesday - Friday 1-4:00 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 Shout aloud and sing for joy: great in your midst is the Holy One of Israel. Isaiah 12 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., Dec. 16 – 7:00 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - Special Intention by Louis Gratton Tues., Dec. 17– 10:00 am Liturgy with Communion at the Lodge Tues., Dec. 17 – 7:00 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Adelard Paulhus by Don & Bev Campbell Wed., Dec. 18 – 7:00 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Hector Lamontagne by Don & Bev Campbell Thurs., Dec. 19 – 7:00 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Kevin Friedrich by Marcel, Elaine & Mark Sergent Fri., Dec. 20 – 5:00 pm Advent Reconciliation*** Fri., Dec. 20 – 7:00 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Kevin Friedrich by Marcel, Elaine & Mark Sergent Sat., Dec. 21 – 7:00 pm (Our Lady of Peace) - People of God Sun., Dec. 22 – 10:00 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - People of God Sun., Dec. 22 – 12:30 pm (St. Jude’s Green Lake) - People of God THIS WEEK IN THE PARISH
Sunday Collection – Dec. 8: Meadow Lake $2412.00 Green Lake $260.15 Children’s Collection $3.55 November CAFT $2330.00 Sunday Church Attendance – Dec. 8 – Adults 122 Children 12 Total 134 The Pope’s Prayer Intention for December – for pilgrims of hope – Let us pray that this Jubilee strengthen us in our faith, helping us to recognize the Risen Christ in the midst of our lives, transforming us into pilgrims of Christian hope. Bishop’s Annual Appeal: “Bring Your Gifts to the Altar” October 27, 2024 – December 31, 2024 Every gift is greatly appreciated! Bishop’s Annual Appeal – Thank you for supporting the Bishop’s Annual Appeal. You can bring your donation to the office during the postal strike. We will arrange for it to get to Prince Albert. The Annual Appeal goal for Our Lady of Peace is $16,392.00 and for St. Jude’s Parish is $1823.00. As of Dec. 10 our parish has 22 pledges for $6430.00. The diocese has received 740 pledges for $325004.48. Christmas Greeting – ‘Praying this Christmas Season that you’ll have time to reflect upon the goodness of God and enjoy memorable times with family and friends.’ Christmas Blessings from Lorraine and Bill Thibeault Poinsettas – We are gratefully accepting donations of poinsettas for Christmas. Opportunities for Confession – Reconciliation will be available in Waterhen and Green Lake after Sunday Mass or by appointment. In Meadow Lake reconciliation will be available December 20 starting at 5:00 pm and on December 21 between 9:00 am and 10:00 am. Scripture Insights – Third Sunday of Advent 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. 20. Entering the third week of Advent, we remain in expectant preparation for the coming of the Messiah. Yet our focus shifts to joy. Indeed, this is Gaudete Sunday: the Sunday of joy! As John the Baptist continues his ministry of the good news in Luke’s Gospel, Paul expounds on his manifesto of rejoicing in the Lord in his letter to the Philippians, and the prophet Zephaniah exhorts all God’s people to shout for joy. Today’s readings exemplify how looking inside to God for guidance and outside to one another for our mission grounds us in authentic joy in this life. Writing in the seventh century BC in Jerusalem during the reign of King Josiah, Zephaniah looks ahead to the day of the Lord and living in the kingdom of God. Once God’s people are purged of their wrongdoings and shortsighted turning away from God, they will be restored to right relationship with God, who will live in their midst as a mighty savior. Here we can find true joy, relieved of the burdens of this life, living in unmediated relationship with God. Writing to Christians in first-century Philippi, the apostle Paul reinforces that God’s peace is found in laying ourselves bare before our god in relationship with Christ Jesus. This is how we can live in the joy of our innermost selves. The missionary activity of John the Baptist teaches us to turn this profoundly personal relationship to those we encounter in the world. Giving from our excess and holding ourselves to a strict integrity are required, even if others do not manifest this joy that radiates from our grounded center. Thus, we await in hope and, indeed, bring near the kingdom of God.
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 Monday Tuesday - Friday 1-4:00 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 has done great things for us; we are filled with joy. Psalm 126 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., Dec. 9 – No mass Tues., Dec. 10 – 10:00 am Liturgy with Communion at the Lodge Tues., Dec. 10 – 6:30 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Kevin Friedrich by Darcy, Dustin & Jim Thomas & Kelty Esau Wed., Dec. 11 – 6:30 pm (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Wayne and +Betty Bettcher by Don & Bev Campbell Thurs., Dec. 12 – 9:30 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Kevin Friedrich by Don & Bev Campbell Thurs., Dec. 12 – 10:00 – 11:00 am (Adoration after mass) Fri., Dec. 13 – 9:30 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - +Rosaline & +Henry Salicon by Don & Bev Campbell Sat., Dec. 14 – 7:00 pm (Our Lady of Peace) - People of God Sun., Dec. 15 – 10:00 am (Our Lady of Peace Church & Facebook) - People of God Sun., Dec. 15 – 12:30 pm (St. Jude’s Green Lake) - People of God THIS WEEK IN THE PARISH
Sunday Collection – Dec. 1: Meadow Lake $2159.65 Green Lake $260.15 Children’s Collection $13.25 Sunday Church Attendance – Dec. 1 – Adults 90 Children 10 Total 100 The Pope’s Prayer Intention for December – for pilgrims of hope – Let us pray that this Jubilee strengthen us in our faith, helping us to recognize the Risen Christ in the midst of our lives, transforming us into pilgrims of Christian hope. Bishop’s Annual Appeal: “Bring Your Gifts to the Altar” October 27, 2024 – December 31, 2024 Every gift is greatly appreciated! Bishop’s Annual Appeal – Thank you for supporting the Bishop’s Annual Appeal. You can bring your donation to the office during the postal strike. We will arrange for it to get to Prince Albert. The Annual Appeal goal for Our Lady of Peace is $16,392.00 and for St. Jude’s Parish is $1823.00. As of Dec. 3 our parish has 22 pledges for $6430.00. The diocese has received 651 pledges for $294645.48. Knights of Columbus – The pancake breakfast has been postponed to next Sunday, December 15 after mass. Also, the Knights will be having a ham and turkey bingo on Sunday, December 15. Bingo starts at 7:00 pm in the Hall and doors open at 6:30 pm. Cash Calendars are still available for sale until December 20. Please phone Chris at 306-240-8872 if you would like to buy a calendar. Simbang Gabi – Simbang Gabi means “Night Mass” and is a unique practice of the Filipino culture. We will adjust our mass times and try to welcome a little change into our parish practice. Please note that from December 16 – 24 our daily mass schedule will be altered. Join us this advent for Simbang Gabi. Everyone is welcome. National Day of Prayer in Solidarity with Indigenous Peoples – December 12 - The Canadian Catholic Indigenous Council, founded by the CCCB in 1998, proposes that the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe (Dec. 12) be a National Day of Prayer in Solidarity with Indigenous Peoples. All are invited to join their Indigenous sisters and brothers in a special way this day through prayer and acts of solidarity. Taken from Ordo page 22 Scripture Insights – Second Sunday of Advent 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. 12. On this Second Sunday of Advent, Luke’s account of the Gospel introduces the adult John and his mission (in the words of the prophet Isaiah) to “prepare the way of the Lord” (3:4). His is the voice crying out in the desert, and he is the one who baptizes those coming to him in repentance and moving toward a new direction. A way of preparing for the coming of the messiah when all “shall see the salvation of God” (3:6) is presented to those who are attentive and courageous enough to reflect on their lives and their way of proceeding, in relationship both with God and with other people. The reading from Paul encompasses his thanksgiving, a component he typically adds to the conventional Greco-Roman letter. Paul expresses his joy with the Philippians at their lived manifestation of the Good News. The timeless summons of his prayer is for everyone to strive for the good of all. Seeking to find and be our best selves includes discerning what is truly of value. This is the hard work also bidden by the psalmist and envisioned by Baruch. The restoration if God’s people after the exile is described as tears that lead to joy. The mercy and justice of God guide those in covenant with him to be accountable in what they believe and do. This is the path to authentic satisfaction.
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January 2026
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