YOUNG-AT-HEART: Seats are still available for the trip to Rosemary Gardens on Wednesday, May 23 from 10 am to 2 pm. Tickets: Members – $ 18.00, Non-Members – $ 23.00, (hot lunch included) will be on sale after the 9 and 11 am Masses today.

ST. PETER’S CATHOLIC SINGLES CLUB: Come join us, bring new social enjoyment into your life for more information call Larry Lambert at 604-209-2451.

PEROGY SALES & SUPPERS – Every Last Friday of the month starting May 25 (Except July & August) 5 pm to 8 pm at Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, 501, 4th Avenue, New Westminster.

ALL CWL MEMBERS AND FRIENDS: Please join us for a Half Day Retreat 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Saturday, May 26 hosted by the CWL Vancouver Diocesan Council at All Saints Parish, Mass at 9:00 am followed by breakfast and the retreat. THEME: Role of Women in the Church and the Meaning of Love, presented by Jacqueline Loh. Cost: $ 20.00 per person, breakfast included. To register please Susan Schembri at 604-931-3135 or Anne Kully at 604-942-5838.

COURSES OFFERED AT REDEEMER PACIFIC COLLEGE:
1) LATIN BOOT CAMP – Tuesdays, May 22 – Jun 26, 7 to 9 pm. Course Cost: $ 195, plus $ 21 for the text book. Seniors price: $ 177.
2) SEX, BABIES and CLONING – Wednesdays, May 23 – June 27, 7 to 9 pm. Course Cost: $ 195 plus
$ 22 for the text book. Seniors price: $ 178.
3) PAINTING ICONS – Saturdays, May 26 – June 30, 10 am to 3 pm. Course Cost: $ 240 plus $ 140 for materials. Seniors price $ 332.
To register and reserve your seat, please call Maria at 604-888-7727. Registration ends May 18.

PART TIME MACHINE JOB available for the summer. 4 x 6 hour days per week. Suitable for a grade 11 or 12 student, undergraduate or retired person. Details posted on the bulletin board at the church entrance.

CWL BURSARY: Two Bursaries totaling $ 500 each to a son/daughter of a registered member of St. Peter’s Parish graduating from a Catholic High School or Public High School. Must be deserving academically and financially and continues to study at a post secondary institution. Applications are available at the back of the church and must be returned by May 15th. For further information call Mary @ 604-526-7253.

REFUGEE FUND DINNER: The Social Justice Committee would like to thank all the volunteers who helped: John and Lily Forget, Jean Bouchard, Anna, Mason, and all the others who helped from set-up to clean up; those who donated to the gift baskets: CWL, Knights, Young-At-Heart, St. Vincent de Paul, Margarete Bradley, Toni De Marchi, Corrie Heijke; donations to door prizes: Safeway, Royal City Farmers’ Market, Save- On-Foods, Thrifty Foods, and John Forget; donation from Legion of Mary; Larry Lambert (bar); the Stewart School of Irish Dance, and a BIG thank you to Gerry and Sue Spindor for set-up/MC/50-50, and Andy and Stefani Boch for preparing lovely table settings, information table, and wonderful dinner!

BLESSED NYKYTA – BISHOP & MARTYR: A Play with Music Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Appointment of Bishop Budka as the First Ukrainian Catholic Bishop in Canada. Presented by Fr. Edward Danylo Evanko on Sunday, May 6 at 1:30 pm at Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, 501, 4th Avenue, New Westminster. Admission: Adults – $ 15.00, Youth under 19 – $ 5.00, 12 and under – free (tickets can be purchased at the door). Refreshments to follow in the Parish Hall.

SPEAK UP FOR LIFE: The annual March for Life in Victoria is taking place on May 10, 2012, with Mass at St. Andrew’s Cathedral at Noon. March and rally begin at 2:00 p.m. from Centennial Square to the BC Legislature. For more information www.m4lvictoria.ca/ or contact the Respect Life Office 604.683.0281.

SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT RETREAT: Father Elton Fernandes and Robert Cotes will lead a day retreat on Spiritual Discernment at St. Peter’s Church Hall on Saturday, May 12, 10 am to 4 pm. Please phone
St. Peter’s Parish Office at 604-522-4611 or Fr. Fernandes at 604-897-1956 for information.

COURSES OFFERED AT ST. MARK’S COLLEGE – May 12 – June 9, 2012 (Saturdays) 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. 1) THEO 522: Catholic Social Teachings by Shelley MacDonell and Fr. Gary Franken.
Catholic Social Teaching is about building a society based on justice and living lives of holiness amidst the opportunities and challenges of living in society. This course is an overview of Catholic social teaching, focusing on major themes that reflect the Church’s commitment to the poor and vulnerable as founded on the life and words of Jesus Christ, and as developed through the Church’s teaching. magisterium, especially papal encyclicals and Vatican statement.

2) RLED 512: Catechetics by Patrick Gillespie.

The course aims to explore the foundations and rationale of the Canadian catechetical program, its context and directives in the light of the Post Vatican II. Furthermore, it will lead the students to a deeper understanding and a greater appreciation of Catechesis in the faith formation in schools through Religious Education Programs. For inquiries and registration, please contact Emil Canlas at 604-822-4463 ext. 118 or Email: registrar@stmarkscollege.ca or ecanlas@stmarkscollege.ca.

THE CATHOLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF BC is sponsoring a workshop on May 1st for Pastoral Care Volunteers. This session will be held at Saint Michael’s Parish in Burnaby and will start with Mass in the Church. Speakers will address various issues including Depression, the Efficacy of a Pastoral Visit, the Sacramental Ministry to the Sick and Church Teaching on Health Care Issues. Registration is $60 for the day; lunch will be provided. The registration brochure can be downloaded from www.chabc.bc.ca under “upcoming events”. Everyone is welcome – those who volunteer in their local care facilities, as well as those who visit the sick and the elderly in their homes. Pre-registration is required by April 25th.

BLESSED NYKYTA – BISHOP & MARTYR: A Play with Music Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Appointment of Bishop Budka as the First Ukrainian Catholic Bishop in Canada. Presented by Fr. Edward Danylo Evanko on Sunday, May 6 at 1:30 pm at Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, 501, 4th Avenue, New Westminster. Admission: Adults – $ 15.00, Youth under 19 – $ 5.00, 12 and under – free (tickets can be purchased at the door). Refreshments to follow in the Parish Hall.

LIVING THROUGH GRIEF – BEREAVEMENT SEMINAR: Presented by guest speaker Denis Boyd, R. Psychologist, & Donna L. Crombie. Apr. 23 – 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at St. John the Apostle, Vancouver. Denis will discuss characteristics of healthy and unhealthy grief, as well as effective coping strategies after the loss of a loved one. Cost: $25. Pre-payment, registration is requested at least one week prior to workshop date. Please call 604-931-7211; visit: www.denisboyd.com for more information.

SPEAK UP FOR LIFE: The annual March for Life in Victoria is taking place on May 10, 2012, with Mass at St. Andrew’s Cathedral at Noon. March and rally begin at 2:00 p.m. from Centennial Square to the BC Legislature. For more information www.m4lvictoria.ca/ or contact the Respect Life Office 604.683.0281.

COURSES OFFERED AT ST. MARK’S COLLEGE – May 12 – June 9, 2012 (Saturdays) 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. 1) THEO 522: Catholic Social Teachings by Shelley MacDonell and Fr. Gary Franken.
Catholic Social Teaching is about building a society based on justice and living lives of holiness amidst the opportunities and challenges of living in society. This course is an overview of Catholic social teaching, focusing on major themes that reflect the Church’s commitment to the poor and vulnerable as founded on the life and words of Jesus Christ, and as developed through the Church’s teaching. magisterium, especially papal encyclicals and Vatican statement.

2) RLED 512: Catechetics by Patrick Gillespie.

The course aims to explore the foundations and rationale of the Canadian catechetical program, its context and directives in the light of the Post Vatican II. Furthermore, it will lead the students to a deeper understanding and a greater appreciation of Catechesis in the faith formation in schools through Religious Education Programs.

For inquiries and registration, please contact Emil Canlas at 604-822-4463 ext. 118 or Email: registrar@stmarkscollege.ca or ecanlas@stmarkscollege.ca.

CONGRATULATIONS TO Nicolas Dupuis who received the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and First Eucharist for Easter. Also Janet Dupuis and Alexander Dissing who were confirmed and received First Eucharist.

CWL BURSARY: Two Bursaries totaling $ 500 each to a son/daughter of a registered member of St. Peter’s Parish graduating from a Catholic High School or Public High School. Must be deserving academically and financially and continues to study at a post secondary institution. Applications are available at the back of the church and must be returned by May 15th. For further information call Mary @ 604-526-7253.

A BIBLICAL WALK THROUGH THE MASS: St. Joseph’s Parish will be running a fascinating 5-part series on the Mass, entitled, A Biblical Walk through the Mass on Mondays, April 16 to May 14 at St. Joseph’s parish Portable, 140 Moody Street, Port Moody. In this study, you will come to know and understand the mass like never before. You will discover the rich meanings behind why we say what we say and do during the Liturgy. The words and gestures of the Mass will be seen in a new light, leading you to a richer, more fruitful worship experience. Info: Jocelyn at 604-469-0713; website: www.GuidetotheMass.com.

Life Transformation Workshop: Forgiveness and Fearless Living – Thursday, April 26, 7 pm at St. Peter’s Parish Hall. Are your relationships troubled? Do you find yourself procrastinating and having difficulties to make decisions? Are you facing persistent health or financial issues? Forgiveness makes you stronger! Learn how forgiveness and letting go of fear affects your body, decision making process, and quality of your life. Registration: $ 20. To register call 778 239 7996 or email milena@mclifecoach.com.

Find more information at mclifecoach.com

The Catholic Health Association of BC is sponsoring a workshop on May 1st for Pastoral Care Volunteers. This session will be held at Saint Michael’s Parish in Burnaby and will start with Mass in the Church. Speakers will address various issues including Depression, the Efficacy of a Pastoral Visit, the Sacramental Ministry to the Sick and Church Teaching on Health Care Issues. Registration is $60 for the day; lunch will be provided. The registration brochure can be downloaded from www.chabc.bc.ca under “upcoming events”. Everyone is welcome – those who volunteer in their local care facilities, as well as those who visit the sick and the elderly in their homes. Pre-registration is required by April 25th.

BLESSED NYKYTA – BISHOP & MARTYR: A Play with Music Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Appointment of Bishop Budka as the First Ukrainian Catholic Bishop in Canada. Presented by Fr. Edward Danylo Evanko on Sunday, May 6 at 1:30 pm at Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, 501, 4th Avenue, New Westminster. Admission: Adults – $ 15.00, Youth under 19 – $ 5.00, 12 and under – free (tickets can be purchased at the door). Refreshments to follow in the Parish Hall.