There is a special term that we use to describe God taking care of our needs and that is God’s Providence or sometimes referred to as Divine Providence. And while it must be a bit difficult to describe, we are all living proof that it has been at work in our lives for all of our lives. Ordinarily it happens in an ordinary manner. Sometimes it happens in an extraordinary manner. Yes, God is taking care of things, and it is important for me and for you to remember that. The World is not going to fall apart if you or I go out of existence. This is especially an area where it is especially important for us to put our faith into action, to practice what we believe. We can say that it is our faith in God that makes it possible for us to believe that God has concern and care for us, that Godis a provident God. This in turn should make us want to love God. After all, as St. Paul says, what do you have that you have not received? The only correct and honest answer is “nothing”. For it all has ultimately come from God. St. Paul had many opportunities to prove his love for Christ during very difficult circumstances. And he succeeded by remaining faithful. Our main opportunities are possibly not too difficult to except for the day in and day out routine-ness of our service. And that can be a great thing. Being faithful in our love and service of Christ over the years is a great thing. And there are many saints who became saints just by doing that. Think of the Little Flower, St. Bernadette, St. Kateri, and St. Aloysius. They were not known for any great accomplishments. They just did their ordinary everyday things extraordinarily well. That is within the grasp of each of us. That is the way we have of proving that we love God. If we can live convinced that God is taking care of us, and He really is, we should feel as secure as a baby in mother’s arms. Then all we have to do are those things that God puts in front of us to do. And when it is all over, we will have heaven awaiting us. !
As we resume masses in the church , mindful of those who cannot make it due limited seating capacity, Mass will be still live-streamed every Sunday at 10 am in our Parish Website and YouTube page. You can also watch the mass later in the day. If you can, please consider dropping off your church donations in the mailbox, newly installed at Atwater Ave Church entrance door .
August
7 th being the First Friday of the month, there will be a holy hour at 6.15 pm,
followed by mass at 7.15 pm . You are welcome to join us and receive the
blessings from the Eucharistic Lord.
O
Mary, you shine continuously in our journey as a sign of salvation and hope.
We
entrust ourselves to you, Health of the sick. At the foot of the cross you
participated in Jesus’ pain, with steadfast faith. You, Salvation of the Roman
people, know what we need. We are certain that you will provide, so that as you
did at Cana of Galilee, joy and feasting might return after this moment of
trial. Help us, Mother of Divine Love, to confirm ourselves to the Father’s
will and to do what Jesus tells us: He who took our sufferings upon Himself,
and bore our sorrows to bring us , through the cross, to the joy of the Ressurrection.
Amen. We seek refuge under your
protection, O Holy Mother of God. Do not despise our pleas-we who are put to
the test-and deliver us from every danger, O glorious and Blessed Virgin.
Dear people of God .
At
a time like this I feel uncomfortable to talk about giving. Our primary concern
is health and well being of our parishioners. However, No doubt you are aware
that our Parish relies on the support of our parish members for the upkeep of
the church. Kindly support us with the donations (weekly offerings) thank you
for your great help during this challenging time! God bless you!🙏
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Marianna Marchewka
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Geraldine Jeans
+Emil
Lill
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Enid Veda Caesar
SHWETHA
ANGELO
GULLA
DOMENIC
SANTAGUIDA
ROY
CRIS
OSBORNE
MARIANA
WEGLINKY
FRANCA
METCALFE
JESSY
FERNANDES
TERESA
JULIANA
Tuesday , Wednesday and Thursday from 9.30am —12 noon. 1pm — 4.30pm .Please call the parish office before you arrive.
Thanks for all your support and cooperation. I sincerely thank our YouTube mass Team. Sean for providing music and technical support,Larissa Freddy And Farrell Gonsalves for their assistance with the liturgy. Our Parish Council Members Lisa Hyginus and Branca Noronha may contact you at this difficult time just to make sure you are ok. We are here to serve you and will address any issues to the best of our ability! God bless!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We Need more volunteers please consider to join our Team of Cleaning and Ushering!
Sunday.
9.30 am mass:-Val, Branca &Lisa
Sunday.
11.30am mass- Erica, Amy, Rose.
Charlotte
Dubek- Gianniotis, Leo Scicluna and Clara Bruni into our parish Community!
Let’s rejoice in the Lord and give praises to him!
