ST. MICHAEL’S PARISH

P.O. BOX 610 - BELL ISLAND, NF - A0A 4H0
PHONE: 488-2525 – FAX: 488-3399

In a courtroom the word witness has a twofold meaning: One who has seen an event take place, and one who is willing to testify to the truth of what was seen. We have a fundamental duty and opportunity to bear witness in our actions and words that Christ is risen and lives in us. Together we proclaim; "Christ has died. Christ has risen. Christ will come again."

New Communicants: Parish Celebration, Sunday, May 4th
Our parish celebrates with joy the blessing of our children who have come to the Lord's Table for the first time this year. It is a special moment in their lives and I pray that the parents/guardians will encourage the children to love Jesus by bringing them to church every weekend . Congratulations boys and girls and with gratitude in our hearts we pray that Jesus will continue to bless you always. Following the Eucharistic celebration on Sunday, all parishioners/friends of the parish are invited to join the children at the hall for a social.Congratulations
Our parish extends congratulations to the Senior Prom Class of St. Michael's High who are celebrating their achievement of success thus far in their high school career this weekend. We offer you congratulations on this moment in life but we encourage you to study hard and achieve full success with the accomplishment of passing your senior year.

Boys and Girls Club
On Sunday, May 4th at 2:30 p.m., the Boys and Girls Club will host their annual Awards Ceremonies. All parishioners and friends are invited to attend.

Battle of the Atlantic
On Sunday, May 4th at 3:00 p.m. at the Seaman's Memorial, Lance Cove, The Royal Canadian Legion , Branch 18 will gather to remember the Battle of the Atlantic. All parishioners and friends are invited to take time to pray and remember . May our time of prayer help renew our constant hope for peace throughout our world.

Tues. May 6th 7:00pm Ron, Ron Jr. & Annabelle Kavanagh; Evelyn George; Barbara Spracklin; Patrick Shea; Tom Tremblett; Maria Kelly; Betty Walsh; Ed Hurley; Ada Craig

Wed. May 7th 9:30am Bernard Murphy; Bella Kent; Angela & Martin St. Jarre; Phil & Clifford Cantwell; John & Jack Kavanagh & dec. fam; Michael & Alice O'Brien; Janette Seward; Angela Warren;

Thurs. May 8th 9:30am Lillian Fitzgerald; Mary Byrne; Patrick Byrne; Josephine Tremblett; Charlie Bown Sr. & Jr; Enid Cahill; Nauce & Elizabeth Basha; James Jackman; Bridget Brown
7:00pm Ecumenical Service to Honour Royal Canadian Mounted Police and Volunteer Fire Brigade. All Parishioners and Friends of the Town are encouraged to attend.

Friday 9:30am Gabe Maddigan; Theresa Russell; Marjorie Sweeney; Mary Stoyles; Gordon Purcell;
May 9th Michael & Margaret McLean; Gerald Nolan; John & Mary Nolan & dec. fam.

Sat. May 10th 5:00pm Mary Cole; Marg Hawco; John, Helen & Daniel Brazil & dec. fam; Ralph Skehans;  Sadie, Florence & Jim Kavanagh; Madeline Lake; Elizabeth Stoyles; Ellen Moore; Tanya Towes

Sun. May 11th 10:30am All Mothers Living & Deceased

COLLECTION
Offertory - 140 envelopes............................................................................$1205.00
Dues - 39 envelopes......................................................................................$361.00
Lenten folders................................................................................................$122.00
Easter - 4 envelopes........................................................................................$21.50
Stations of the Cross - 3 envelopes..................................................................$15.00
Holy Thursday - 2 envelopes............................................................................$10.00
Good Friday - 3 envelopes...............................................................................$15.00
Initial..................................................................................................................$3.00
Toonie collection...............................................................................................$10.50
Thank you for your financial support

Community Events on Bell Island Web Page

Does your group or organization have an event planned for the summer? If so, why not announce it in the Bell Island web site. It's a great way to let summer visitors know what's happening. The listing is free. Just visit www.bellisland.net, follow the link to the calendar and fill out the submission form. Alternatively, you can email Reg Durdle at rdurdle@bellisland.net or mail to Community Events c/o Reg Durdle, P.O. Box 684, Bell Island, NL , AOA 4HO

Liturgical Ministers

Sat. May 10th 5:00pm Readers: Ashley Curnew, John O'Keefe
Eucharistic Ministers: Fred Carroll, Mary Power
Ken & Karen Curnew
Presentation of Gifts: Maryann & Raymond Gendreau
Childrens Liturgy Team: Tara Ash, Cathy Hann
Ushers: Cassandra Crosbie, Joey Kent, Ami Parsons, Nick Whelan, Bill Hammond, George Jackman

Sun. May 11th 10:30am Readers: Kevin George & Korrin Fowler
Eucharistic Ministers: Ann McLean, Sid Maddigan
Rosanne Grant, Irene Delahunty
Presentation of Gifts: Art Whelan & family
Childrens Liturgy Team: Stephanie Power & Tammy Conway
Ushers: Ward Lahey, Jordan Byrne Terry Fitzgerald, Ronnie Cummings, Kevin Delahunty, Charlie O'Brien
CHURCH CLEANING TEAM - 2: For week of May 5th to the 9th
Geraldine Fitzgerald, Riv Fitzgerald, Doug O'Neill, Marie Rees, Rose Kent, Patricia King

Mother's Day: Sunday, May 11th
Next weekend, the Knights of Columbus in solidarity with our parish will present to all Mother's a Rose for Life at our weekend liturgies. All Mother's will be invited to come forward and receive a Rose for Life as a sign of our honour and reverence for the precious gift of life they offer our world.

Knights of Columbus: Election of New Executive: May 10th
A very important meeting of the Knights of Columbus will take place on Saturday, May 10th at 7:00 p.m. at the parish hall. The purpose of this meeting is the election of a new executive. During the past year, we have done major work as members of the Knights of Columbus which include: Family Days, Christmas Celebrations, Church Ministries, Praying Rosary at wake services, Youth Scholarships, Cemetery Clean Up and much more. Therefore, we need continued support to help make it grow stronger.
If you wish to give purpose to the Knights , join the party and offer your talent. It is of no value to stay on the side lines and say: They do nothing. We invite you to attend the meeting and offer your talent and wisdom as a member of the executive.

Blue Ecumenical Service
On Thursday, May 8th at 7:00 p.m., our parish family in cooperation with the Knights of Columbus will honour the faithful service of the local Fire Department and the Members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. This celebration is in recognition of the outstanding service of these individual groups and we are proud to acknowledge their service. Following the service at the church, we will gather at the parish hall for a social and entertainment. All parishioners and friends are invited.

Knights of Columbus/ St. Michael's Parish Ticket Sweep
It is with delight that I salute all who supported the wonderful success of our ticket sweep. At this time all tickets should be returned and if not..........you have just a few days left to return them . During the coming weeks, we will have a complete update of the financial success of the sweep along with a list of the lucky winners. A copy of the winners list and a letter of appreciation will be available to all who sold and supported our efforts with this major project. The success of this sweep was made possible by members of the Knights of Columbus as well as a major credit to the regular parishioners and friends of our parish. It is because of your support that our parish can complete improvements to our properties this summer and offer fun and games for the kids at no expense.

Sympathy
Our parish family extends sympathy to the family and friends of the late Madeline Lake. May she who was faithful to her God be rewarded with the promise of eternal life.

Parish Council Nominations
For the past years, the present Parish Pastoral Council has offered their faithful service to the care of the many pastoral and financial concerns of our parish. I wish to thank all members of the present council for their invaluable service and I highly recommend they continue to provide leadership for our community.

It is important that we continue to invite new members to the council and help infuse new ideas and direction for our parish. Parishioners are invited to nominate names of those whom you wish to serve on council. However, before you nominate a person , you must have their permission and the person you nominate must be in good standing with the church. It is important that the person(s) you nominate are practising their faith and are of the age of 15 years. It is essential that we have a strong council so that the future of our parish is maintained .
For the past years, the following parishioners have served on our pastoral council:
John Kent....Chairperson; Ursula Lahey, Frank Pendergast, Rosalind Hurley, Rosanne Grant, Art Whelan, Joan Whelan, Margaret Murrin, Margaret Kent. All these members are eligible for re-election.
We are hoping that two youth in levels 2 or 3 will be elected to council and they will assist in the activities we can provide for our youth. Please acknowledge on your nomination form the age and school level of the youth you have nominated for the council. Also, the other organizations such as Knights of Columbus, St. Michael's Ladies and Sisters of Mercy will be represented on council.
Please submit the names of the person(s ) you wish to nominate no later than next weekend. All nominations must be received by Noon on Sunday, May 11th. Please submit the form below to the church next weekend.

I nominate _____________________________________________________________ to be a candidate for the next election to the parish pastoral council. I have already received consent from this person(s) to submit their name(s) . (Adult)

I nominate _______________________________________ as the youth representative to serve on the parish pastoral council. I have already received consent from this person(s) to submit their name(s). ( Youth )

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