Daily readings:
05/07 Monday: [1] Genesis 28.10-22a [Gospel] Matthew 9.18-26
06/07 Tuesday: [1] Genesis 32.22-32 [Gospel] Matthew 9.32-38
07/07 Wednesday: [1] Genesis 41.55-57 [Gospel] Matthew 10.1-7
08/07 Thursday: [1] Genesis 44.18-21, 23b-29;45.1-5 [Gospel] Matthew 10.7-15
09/07 Friday: [1] Genesis 46.1-7, 28-30 [Gospel] Matthew 10.16-23
11/07 Saturday: [1] Genesis 49.29-31, 33;50.15-26 [Gospel] Matthew 10.24-33
12/07 Sunday: Fifteenth Sunday in OT [1] Amos 7.12-15 [2] Ephesians 1.3-14 [Gospel] Mark 6.7-13
REFLECTION ON THE READINGS
1. First Reading Ezekiel 2.3-5
How might God describe our time and the present-day children of his Church? Who are today’s Prophets, and what is God saying through them? The Spirit calls each of us to action: what message have I heard?
Psalm 123: “Our eyes look to the Lord, until he has mercy upon us.”
2. Second 2 Corinthians 12.7-10
What was St. Paul’s problem? Am I sometimes too elated about my relationship with God? What thorns in the flesh or tormenters keep me humble? When do I feel closer to God: in good times or bad, in strength or in weakness? Have I ever felt so weak that only Christ sustained me? What are my current struggles and fears, and how can I grow in accepting them?
“Alleluia! The Spirit of the Lord is upon me; he has sent me to bring good news to the poor.”
3. Gospel Reading Mark 6.1-6
Public opinion today is as fickle as Jesus’ hometown crowd. Why did the crowd “take offence” at Jesus? Was it his teaching? His wisdom? His deeds of power? When have I recently “taken offence” at something? What factors contributed? Might I dismiss a Prophet because of his/her background, or reject a message because it seemed too challenging? How did Jesus respond to rejection? How can I start getting ready for what God may ask me to do?
PRAY FOR THE SICK: May Chu, Caroline Bayle, Camilo Romero, Adela Lim, Mary Martin, Ky Truong, Gina Tabul, Olivera Lambeta, Ngan Thi Trinh, Thuong Van Tran, Francesca Cabrales, Maria Garcia, Pho Ho, Danita Chow, Hong Van Le, Tuyen Thi Nguyen, Phu Thi Truong, Bernard Boos, Hanh Huynh, Mary Magdalene H, Thanh Thi Dao, Sa Thi Dang, Phuong Van Nguyen, Hoa Xuan Thi Le, Estrella Rodriguez, Felipe Sobredo, Tuyen Van Nguyen, Patricia Rudolph, Shirley De La Cruz, Fr. Vincent Thao Dinh.
PRAYER FOR THE MONTH(July)
Social Friendship
We pray that, in social, economic and political situations of conflict, we may be courageous and passionate architects of dialogue and friendship.
INTENSION FOR THE WEEK
Saturday July 3 at 9 AM
- For the soul of Amando Del Rosario, death anniversary
- Thanksgiving Mass and for all the Holy Souls.
Saturday July 3 at 5 PM
- For the soul of Remelda Belisario and Edna Montejo.
- For the intention of the fast recovery and healing of Elvira Aracap.
Sunday Mass July 4 at 11:30AM
- For the soul of:
- Maria Cabrera Geronimo, just passed away
- LEO NOR TANADA, death anniversary
- Edward Rodriguez
- Paulina Quines
Sunday Mass July 4 at 5PM
- For the soul of Leticia Caspellan.
- For the soul of Maria Consuelo Sotto
Tuesday July 6 at 8 AM
- For the soul of:
- ANITA HALL, death anniversary
- Salvacion Oranges Prias
Wednesday July 7 at 8 AM
- For the soul of Alan Recuenco Relucio
Thursday July 8 at 8 AM
- Thanksgiving Mass
Friday July 9 at 8AM
- For the soul of Nicolas Rebancos Recuenco.For the soul of Nicolas Rebancos Recuenco.
Saturday July 10 at 8AM
- For the special intention of Austin Kumar in struggling in personal behaviour and to focus on learning.
PARISH NEWS
“In-person” Mass: With thanksgiving to God, we are happy to announce that most restrictions on religious gatherings have been lifted. There are no more limitations on attendance, and everyone is invited to return to in-person Mass without preregistration. Social distancing and sanitizing of chairs is also no longer required.
Other gatherings within our Parish, like baptisms, weddings, and funerals are still subject to PHO restrictions. Please visit our Parish website for more information.
Holy Communion Distribution and Live-streamed Mass: As we return to normal Mass attendance, please note that Mass will no longer be “Live-streamed” and extra distribution of the Holy Eucharist will no longer be available.
Our Parish Religious Education Program: is in need of teachers for the 2021-22 school year, beginning in September. Please contact Luz Bucad at 604-721-2473 for more information.
As the weather gets warmer, you are reminded to please attend Mass in modest and appropriate attire.
Please visit our Parish website for the weekly bulletin and for more information regarding events in our Parish and in the Archdiocese.
PARISH INFORMATION
Stay in Touch: We welcome emails or phone calls to the parish office (604-876-7826 / [email protected]) if you have suggestions or need assistance. Please keep your contact information (address, phone, email) up to date.
Donations: To donate online go to www.rcav.org/sunday-offering and select St. Joseph, Van Offering.
Weekly Collection Envelopes: for 2021 can be picked up at the church entrance.
ARCHDIOCESAN NEWS
Drug or Alcohol Addiction Recovery: We offer a structured and supportive Catholic Christian 12-Step recovery program, in a pleasant, loving, family-like setting. We accept women of all faith backgrounds. For more information, visit: beholdvancouver.org/events.
500 YEARS OF CHRISTIANITY IN THE PHILIPPINES CELEBRATION CONTINUES: Join us on Friday, July 9 from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm for the live stream of our Second Quarterly Virtual Celebration “Salamat 2" -titled Receiving the Gift. Watch how the Filipinos uniquely received the gift of faith and continue to bring faith globally - featuring Fr. Dennis Flores, pastor of St. Anthony's in Agassiz and hosted by a young Filipino couple, Anton and Genifer Brosas.
Link will be provided closer to the date.
PRH Workshop: Who Am I? to discover the richness within yourself, improve your relationship on Friday, July 9 to Monday, July 12, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.
The Culture Project Presents: Human Dignity & social media: Corpus Christi Youth Ministry in Vancouver will be hosting The Culture Project International on July 10 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on Zoom. he event is open to all youth from Grades 7-12. Contact us through [email protected]. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events.
Horizons of Hope for a New World – Mariapolis: Come and join the conversation at a Mariapolis to understand their implications against the backdrop of the Gospel and seek solutions that will give HOPE to humanity, new generations and the earth. Saturday, July 10 at 10 a.m. and Sunday, July 11 at 12 p.m. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.
PRH Workshop: Living with More Inner Balance: to discover the various ways people function and conduct their lives on Friday, July 16 to Monday, July 19, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events.BEHOLD: Be sure to sign up and check this new archdiocesan portal for spiritual writing, workshops, events and other links! https://beholdvancouver.org/
