ANNOUNCEMENTS
St. Mary’s Office Hours:
Monday: 1:00-4:00pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:30am-Noon; 1:00-4:00pm
Friday: 8:30am-Noon
Email Scam
An email scam has surfaced again in the Archdiocese. The scam email
purports to be from your parish priest, who is asking for money or gift cards because of some urgent need; for example, to help someone in hospital.
Please be assured that no priest of the Archdiocese would ever legitimately ask for money in this way.
We encourage you to report such incidents to the
Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre and delete the email message.
Cat Chat
Vacation Bible School
July 29-August 2
9:00-11:30am
St. Mary's Parish
5 to 11 years olds are welcome to participate.
You must register.
A schedule with details for each day along with what to bring will be given to parents closer to the start date. If your child is interested in attending, please pick up a VBS registration form located at both entrances and drop them off at the office during office hours.
If you have any questions or would like to volunteer please contact Jeannette Manser at (403) 872-5191.
Attention all those 11-13 year olds: If you are interested in being a
Jr. Leader for VBS, please contact Jeannette.
Deadline to register is Monday July 22, 2019.
RCIA and UAC
Stations of the Resurrection
Via Lucis
Tuesday, May 21 after 7:00pm Mass
This form of Christian devotion
encourages meditation upon the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Followed by coffee and cookies in the Parish Centre.
Everyone welcome.
Prayers of the Faithful
St. Mary’s Parish has a wonderful tradition of having the Prayers of the Faithful spoken in several languages during Pentecost masses which occur on June 8/9 this year. Within our diverse faith community there are many gifted with the ability to speak a language besides English and it would be wonderful if we could include you in this tradition. Anybody who would like more information can contact
Jeff Tuchscherer at 309-7201 or jtuchscherer@rdcrs.ca by
Monday, May 27. Thank you in advance and God Bless!
Called to Protect
The next Called to Protect Session is
Thursday, May 23, 7:00pm
St. Mary’s Parish Centre
If you are involved in a Parish Ministry you must
attend a one session.
1st Eucharist and Confirmation
Anyone who missed a First Eucharist or Confirmation Session,
please check the website for
additional information.
CWL NEWS
St. Mary’s CWL asks that you help support the
Central Alberta Pregnancy Care Centre’s
*Baby Bottle Campaign*
The funds raised enables the centre to continue operations, and to offer free of charge, support to all who walk through their doors. Baby bottles and envelopes are available at both entrances of the church for you to use for your monetary donations. Cheques can be made out to the
Pregnancy Care Centre.
Please return filled bottles by June 15/16 (Father’s Day).
A special drop container is available for returned bottles at the front entrance. Please pray that the Pregnancy Care Centre will be visible in the community as a safe place for all who seek help with an unplanned pregnancy.
Thank you for your continued support and prayers.
The CWL will be selling Confirmation and 1st Eucharist items after all Masses next weekend, May 25/26.
Volunteers Needed
We are in need of Hospitality Ministers for all Masses, especially the 7:00pm Mass. If you are interested in becoming part of this ministry, please call the parish office at 403-347-3114.
Michener Centre
On Tuesday mornings, volunteers visit Michener Centre clients where they sing and give Communion to
Catholics. Please call the office if you are interested.
Extendicare
On Friday mornings, volunteers bring the Eucharist to the residents, and gather them in the recreation room for a Service or Mass. Once a month, Father Len gives Mass and anoints all those present. Please contact
Ed Shields at 403-346-6320.
Parish Pastoral Hospital Ministry
St. Mary Pastoral Care Hospital team is in need of members to assist with this ministry. You would share a 2-3 hours scheduled, rotating, Friday afternoon (amount of time is determined by number of parish members in the hospital). You would determine if the patient would like to receive the Holy Eucharist and perhaps say a few words of comfort and share a prayer. If you feel your gifts include sharing a moment of time and prayer with hospital bound parish members please contact
Rick Foret at 403-346-4853 or email red-wing@shaw.ca.
Training and support is provided.
St. Mary’s Bereavement Support Ministry
A team offers support for those who are
grieving the loss of a loved one
Please call Cheryl at 403-340-2861
Red Deer Catholic Youth Ministry
Edge Catholic Middle School Youth Group meets every Thursday except for the first Thursday of the month at
Sacred Heart Parish
7:00-8:30pm. Grades 6-9
If you would like to be an Edge leader or would like to be involved in Youth Ministry, High School Youth Ministry takes place at
St. Joseph and Notre Dame High Schools on a monthly basis.
See bulletin and bulletin boards
Parish Reminders
Pre-Authorized Donations
Did you know we offer Pre-Authorized Debits from your bank account?
You can personalize your donation by choosing the Building Fund,
Together We Serve, Youth and General Fund, either monthly or bi-weekly.
The Women's Shelter is always in need of new ladies and
children's pajamas of all sizes.
St. Patrick's School is in need of non-perishable food. Please consider donating the following items to help: Fruit cups, puddings, nut-free cereal bars, juice boxes, and cheese and cracker snack packs.
Unfortunately, there are those who will take advantage of unlocked cars with valuables inside. Please ensure your doors are locked and keep valuables with you. Thank you in advance for your help with this!