Daily readings:
14/02 Monday: ST. CYRIL & ST. METHODIUS [1] James 1.1-11 [Gospel] Mark 8.11-13
15/02 Tuesday: [1] James 1.12-18 [Gospel] Mark 8.14-21
16/02 Wednesday: [1] James 1.19-27 [Gospel] Mark 8.27-33
17/02 Thursday: The Seven Holy Of Servite Order [1] James 2.1 - 9 [Gospel] Mark 7.24-30
18/02 Friday: [1] James 2.14-24,26 [Gospel] Mark 8.34-9.1
19/02 Saturday: [1] James 3.1-10 [Gospel] Mark 9.2-13
20/02 7th Sunday in Ordinary Time: [1] Samuel 26.2, 7-9, 12-13, 22-25 [2] 1 Corinthians 15.45-49 [Gospel] Luke 6.27-28
REFLECTION ON THE READINGS
1. First Reading Jeremiah 17.5-8
How would I describe my trust in God during the prolonged pandemic time? How does the imagery of this text from Jeremiah relate to my experience of trusting in myself and/or other people, versus trusting in God? What are some warning signs of drifting away from trust in God, and what helps me re-center in him?
Psalm 1: “Blessed the one who trusts in the Lord”
2. Second Reading - 1 Corinthians 15.12, 16-20
What do I believe about Christ and his resurrection? How do those beliefs affect my thoughts and preparation for death and my personal hope for eternal life? What do my reactions at the deaths of loved ones reveal about the strength of my faith?
“Alleluia! Rejoice and leap for joy; for surely your reward is great in heaven.”
3. Gospel Reading - Luke 6.17, 20-26
What caught my attention in this Gospel today: one or more of the Beatitudes or woes? What is Jesus’ message to me through the Holy Spirit? How should I respond?
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,
PRAYER FOR THE MONTH (February)
For religious sisters and consecrated women: We pray for religious sisters and consecrated women; thanking them for their mission and their courage; may they continue to find new responses to the challenges of our times.
INTENSION FOR THE WEEK
Friday Feb 11 at 8AM
- For the souls of George Realina, Michael Tamavo, Pedro Velonza, Leoncio Simon, Fe Esperanza Simon and Brauilio Simon.
Saturday Feb 12 at 9AM
- For the soul of Moira Somer
Saturday Feb 12 at 5PM
- For the souls of Cinderella, Antonio, Florence Tumlos, Marlon Bayle, Alicia Bayle, Amelia Calcas.
Sunday Feb 13 at 8AM
- For the soul of Melgasbal Villegas
Sunday Feb 13 at 11:30AM
- For the souls of Guillaerma Mangune and Leonida Juco – Death anniversary.
Monday Feb 14 at 8AM
- Cầu cho LH Mathew, LH Toma vừa mới qua đời, 2 LH Maria, LH Đa Minh và Phaolo.
Tueday Feb 15 at 8AM
- For the soul of Pilar Tamparong
Wednesday Feb 16 at 7PM
- For the intention of the strong family (Living and Deceased)
PARISH NEWS
ANNOUNCEMENTS
This week there is a second collection for the Parish Building Fund. Donations will go towards various upgrades and projects within our Church. Thank you for your generosity and ongoing financial support.
For those of you who would like to have the BC Catholic newspaper delivered to your homes, please contact the parish office to register. The deadline to register is no later than 5pm on Friday, February 25.
The 2021 Tax receipts are now available to be picked up in the front entrance of the Church.
The March 2022 “Living with Christ” booklets are now available for purchase. Please contact the parish office if you would like a copy.
Valentine’s day is this Monday, February 14. You are encouraged, especially today, to share God’s Love by reaching out to family, friends and fellow parishioners. A phone call, an email, a safe visit are all the ways you can show a person that they are loved, valued and prayed for.
Let us continue to pray for all those who are affected by the current pandemic. Please take care and keep safe.
Prayer to St. Michael the Archangel will be recited after the final blessing.
Please keep in your prayer the soul of our parishioners who passed away in November, December and January:
- Gyula Bozsik
- Anna Fernando
- Anita Pagtakhan
For those of you who would like to have the BC Catholic newspaper delivered to your homes, please contact the parish office to register. The deadline to register is no later than 5pm on Friday, February 25.
The 2021 Tax receipts are now available to be picked up in the front entrance of the Church.
The March 2022 “Living with Christ” booklets are now available for purchase. Please contact the parish office if you would like a copy.
Valentine’s day is this Monday, February 14. You are encouraged, especially today, to share God’s Love by reaching out to family, friends and fellow parishioners. A phone call, an email, a safe visit are all the ways you can show a person that they are loved, valued and prayed for.
Lost and Found: There are some umbrellas, glasses, gloves, and hats left after Masses. Anyone who lost these items, please come to parish office to get them back.
PARISH INFORMATION
Stay in Touch: We welcome emails or phone calls to the parish office (604-876-7826 / parish.[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 https://support.rcav.org/parishes/parish-offertory/sunday-offering/and select St. Joseph, Van Offering.
ARCHDIOCESAN NEWS
St. Monica's Mission Holy Hour
Many parents are grieving the loss of their adult child’s faith in the Catholic Church. This Year of the Family is an ideal time of grace for parents to pray, fast, and sacrifice for their adult children’s conversion. Through St. Monica's Mission, A Prayerful Journey of Perseverance and Hope, parents are invited to join our monthly Holy Hours on the Third Friday of the month at various parishes across the Archdiocese. Friday, February 18 at 6:30 p.m. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events.
HRC Young Adults Holy Hour Happy Hour
We welcome you to Holy Rosary Cathedral for a Holy Hour, a peaceful time to connect with Jesus, followed by a social event for young adults in their 20s and 30s. Come spend time with God, experiencing His loving Presence and bringing your prayers and praises to Him before the Blessed Sacrament. The Holy Hour is followed by a social event for young adults in their 20s and 30s, at a nearby restaurant. Friday, February 18 at 8:00 p.m. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events.
Share Lent 2022 Workshops: "People and Planet First"
The effects of climate change have hit home and what are we, as citizens of BC and Canada, going to do about it? Let's take time to meditate on the inherent relationship between God, the environment, and its peoples. Let's show our solidarity as citizens of the world and children of God, by refusing to regard our Common Home solely as a resource to be exploited. The workshop is offered on Zoom on Saturdays in February: February 19, and February 26 at 11:00 a.m. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.
* Into the Deep: Man does not live on Bread AloneAs disciples we are following Jesus through the 40 days of Lent and these words of the Master stand out: Man does not live on bread alone but on every word that comes from the mouth of God. This launches us into the deep to discover the riches that await us if we enter Lent following Jesus, viewing Jesus, listening to Jesus and imitating Jesus (according to our state in life). Friday, February 25 at 7:00 p.m. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.
