Archive for March, 2013
Easter Schedule
Thursday, March 28 – 7pm – Holy Thursday
Friday, March 29 – 3pm – Good Friday
Saturday, March 30 – 8pm – Easter Vigil at Holy Trinity, Rockland Road *PLEASE NOTE TIME CHANGE*
Sunday, March 31 – 11am – Easter Sunday
Divine Mercy Sunday
For anyone who is interested in receiving the special graces promised by our Lord on Divine Mercy Sunday (the Sunday after Easter – April 7th) it is necessary for them to begin their personal preparations beginning this coming Friday which is Good Friday, March 29th. For more information look for the Divine Mercy Poster at the church entrance as well as the information sheet in last Sunday’s bulletin. To assist all those who would like to receive the special graces promised by Jesus, the final requirement of ceremoniously exposing and blessing the image of Divine Mercy for everyone to venerate will take place during a special Holy Hour of Adoration at Holy Trinity Church on Divine Mercy Sunday, April 7th beginning at 3pm which is the hour of our Lord’s mercy. For any questions, do not hesitate to ask Father Peter.
Lenten Folders
For those using the Lenten coin folders we ask that you avoid taping individual quarters. It makes them very sticky, which makes our bank very unhappy. The folders are treated especially gently to ensure nothing falls out. There is also a place on the folder for you to write in the total amount in the folder. As long as you write in the amount, there is no need to worry if a quarter or two become dislodged. As always, we thank you for your help.
Catholicism – Episode X
Thursday, March 21st, 7pm in the Saint Joachim’s Parish Center
“WORLD WITHOUT END: THE LAST THINGS”
Explore the Church’s conviction that life here and now is preparation for an extraordinary world that is yet to come – a supernatural destiny. Father Barron presents the Catholic vision of death, judgment, heaven, hell and purgatory as he journeys to Florence, Ireland and Rome.
The vision of the Church sees beyond this world and invites us to consider a world without end. Father Barron shows how this vision is supported by the mystery and truth of the Resurrection of Jesus.
Job Opening
The Diocese of Saint John is currently looking for someone to fill the part-time position of Coordinator of Spiritual and Religious care at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Job description and contact information are available here.
Finance Committee
The finance meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 19th has been cancelled.
Pre-Authorized Debit
We would like to thank parishioners who have decided to sign up for our Pre-Authorized Debit (PAD) program in the last few weeks. Your assistance will help the parish lower costs and ensure that our revenue is more consistent.
For those considering switching to PAD: If you have any questions/concerns, please feel free to contact the office.
Catholicism – Episode IX
Thursday, March 14th, 7pm in the Saint Joachim’s Parish Center
“THE FIRE OF HIS LOVE: PRAYER AND THE LIFE OF THE SPIRIT”
In this lesson, Father Barron explores Catholic spirituality, which is centered on prayer. As the Catechism of the Catholic Church states: “Prayer is the lifting up of the mind and the heart to God.”
On pilgrimage to the places where the great saints and spiritual masters lived, Father Barron explores the different types of prayer: contemplation; adoration; petition; and intercession. In telling the stories of Catholics like Thomas Merton, St. Theresa of Avila and St. John of the Cross, Fr. Barron demonstrates how the human person can be transformed through prayer that manifests a deep, spiritual commitment centered in Christ.
