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ST. MICHAEL’S PARISH

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

Administrator: Fr. Wayne Dohey – Secretary: Patricia King

TWELFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
STORM ON THE LAKE

When the apostles got caught in a storm they turned to Jesus for help and found it. From time to time we too get caught in storms. Our storms usually take the form of trials of one kind or another. We must know how to turn to the Lord, and trust that he will see us through the storm.

1st Reading: (Job 38.1: 8-11). God alone has mastery over the sea.
2nd Reading: (2Cor. 5: 14-17). Christ showed his love for us by dying for us. We are to imitate that love.
Gospel: (Mk. 4: 35-41). By calming a storm Jesus shows his divine power and his care for his disciples.

In 4:35-5:43 Mark follows the section on the parables with four miraculous actions of Jesus. The first of these was the calming of the storm.
In the Bible the calming of a storm is a characteristic sign of divine power, because the sea and the wind are seen as forces of evil and chaos which only God can control (First Reading). But the storm can also stand for the trials and tribulations which the righteous suffer, and from which only the power of God can save them.
In the calming of the storm, the apostles witnessed a work that only God can accomplish, which means that Jesus has divine power. At the same time the miracle shows Jesus’ care for his apostles. Mark is using the story for catechetical purposes. The storm reflects the post-Easter experience of the early Church. The disciples have run into all sorts of difficulties, and feel that the Lord has abandoned them. But they are summoned to have faith in his presence with them and care for them.

 

Mass Intentions
Saturday 3:00 p.m. Canada Day Celebrations at the Memorial
July 1st 4:00 p.m. Sacrament of Penance
5:00 p.m. Pat Byrne; Thomas Wm. Brazil & Frank Pendergast Sr. & Jr.;
Richard O’Brien; Ed Hammond; Richard Foley; William O’Brien; Patricia Newell; Marge Sweeney; Thomas & Gerald Coombs; Deceased Hammond, Stone & Eveleigh Families; David & Helen Whalen; Kathleen & Kay Kent; Charlie Bown Sr.; William Purcell

Sunday 10:30 a.m. Vocations to the Priesthood & Religious Life
July 2nd

** During the coming week I am taking a few days holiday. I will be available for the weekend masses and any funerals. It is very difficult to get a priest to provide ministry for the weekend and therefore I will return for weekend masses. Since I did not have any holidays this year, I will take some time during the next two weeks . In the event of any emergency, I will be available.**

SANCTUARY CANDLE: ENID CAHILL

Collections for June 17th & 18th, 2006
Offertory - 130 envelopes........................................................................ $1600.20
Toonie Collection.................................................................................... 18.80
Archbishop’s Appeal - 7 envelopes........................................................... 105.00
In Memory of Frank Pendergast Jr................................................................ 25.00
Sanctuary Lamp: Frank Pendergast Jr. from Patricia & Dan McIssac........ 50.00
Proceeds from Card Game for the month of May...................................... 583.00

Thank - you for your financial support

Knights of Columbus
The regular monthly meeting of the Knights of Columbus will take place on Tuesday, June 27 th at 7:30 p.m. All members are asked to attend as we seek to elect the new executive of the council. This is a very important time for the council and I trust all interested Knights will take serious the importance of this meeting and consider taking a part in the membership of the new executive.

Liturgical Ministers
Saturday 5:00 p.m. Readers: Ashley Curnew & Kevin George
July 1st Eucharistic Ministers: Pat Craig; Art Whelan; Betty Quigley; Ros Hurley
Presentation of Gifts: Irene & Kevin Delahunty
Ushers: Leo Byrne; Fred Carroll; Jim Pendergast; George Hickey; Cyril Jackman; Brian Tulk

Sunday 10:30 a.m. Readers: Donovan Taplin & Susan Boone
July 2nd Eucharistic Ministers: John Kent; Christine Quinlan; Riv Fitzgerald; Patricia King
Presentation of Gifts: Bob Seward Family
Ushers: Ray Whalen; Sid Maddigan; Art Whelan; Michael King


Sympathy
Our parish extends sincere sympathy to the family and friends of the late: Frank Pendergast (JR), Richard O’Brien, Kevin King, William Purcell. We assure the families of our prayers and support during this time of grief. May our beloved friend rest in peace. Amen


Mass Cards
In the event that anyone requires to buy mass cards, you may contact various people around the town. You may contact: Rosanne Grant, Christine Quinlan, Marg Murrin, Clara Hammond, Mrs Pendergast, Faye Fitzgerald, Parish Office, Church, Carol Clarke, Mary Power or Touch of Class ( Bridie Pynn). The cost of mass cards is $6.00

 
Visitation of Sick /Shut In’s
Since I will be away during the weekdays for the next week, I will not be available for the visitation of the sick / shut in’s of the parish. I look forward to visit in the month of August.

Summer Vacation
It’s the time of year when teachers, students and support staff take a break from the school and enjoy a well deserved rest. We wish all members of our school communities an enjoyable summer holiday. Please enjoy your vacation and keep safe. Archbishop’s Appeal
Sincere thanks to all who contributed to the Archbishop’s Appeal. The total income for the appeal will be acknowledged within a few weeks . If you have not contributed, pleased make a special effort to do so. We are very pleased with the contributions thus far and once again you have helped make it a wonderful success.

Annual Dinner Theatre & Dance
Little Island’s Big Decade: Hear about significant events that took place on the island in the 1940's. Meet Poor Clara, the miner’s wife, at the clothesline. Hear about Lazy Mick and his false teeth. Join us for an evening of entertainment and fun. Date: Saturday, July 22nd, 2006 at 6:30 p.m. at St. Michael’s Hall. Cost of tickets are $25.00 each. Tickets can be purchased from Rosanne Grant; Christine Quinlan , Ursula Lahey or the parish office.

Did you know?...
That work has started on lighting the exterior of the Basilica this summer. Sometime in early to mid August, the Basilica will grace the night skyline of St. John’s on a permanent basis. Many of you will remember that the Basilica’s facade was temporarily lighted during the 150th anniversary celebrations last fall. At that time, there were calls to put this lighting in place on a permanent basis. The restoration committee was able to make this happen as a result of a generous donation from a benefactor. Completion of this project is due in early to mid August. Please watch for further updates or check the Archdiocese website for more details on this exciting project.

Canada Day
July 1 is celebrated as Canada’s birthday. Canadians should seek to be witnesses to Christ in Canada and the world, and to continue working to influence those in government to act from Christian principles and attitudes.
Christians, realizing they do not have a listing home here, should pray and work for justice and peace in Canada and throughout the world, so that all God’s people may share in the goods of this earth. God’s kingdom will come only when all people are ready to let Christ’s teaching guide and rule their lives and actions.

Prayers for Various Needs
“Holiness is not a luxury reserved for special people, it is a simple gift offered to you as well as to me” Mother Teresa

 
 

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