Daily readings:
07/06 Monday: [1] 2 Corinthians 1.1-7 [Gospel] Matthew 5.1-12
08/06 Tuesday: [1] 2 Corinthians 1.18-22 [Gospel] Matthew 5.13-16
09/06 Wednesday: St. Ephrem [1] 2 Corinthians 3.4-11 [Gospel] Matthew 5.17-19
10/06 Thursday [1] 2 Corinthians 3.4-11 [Gospel] Matthew 5.20-26
11/06 Friday: Solemnity [1] Hosea 11.1-4 [2] Ephesians 3.8-12, 14-19 [Gospel] John 19.31 - 37
12/06 Saturday: The Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary [1] Isaiah 61.9- 11 [Gospel] Luke 2.41-51
13/06 Sunday: [1] Ezekiel 17.22-24 [2] 2 Corinthians 5.6-10 [Gospel] Mark 4.26-34
REFLECTION ON THE READINGS MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST
1. First Reading Exodus 24.3-8
When I attend the liturgy of the Mass, am I conscious of participating in the covenant God has made with us? “All that the Lord has spoken we will do, and we will be obedient.” God’s “All” is limitless. What limits have I put on my response to God? How can I more deeply engage in the covenant relationship God offers? Can that all-too-often automatic “Amen” come to express my whole-hearted self-offering and commitment to God?
Sequence (6): “This the truth each Christian learns: bread into his own flesh Christ turns, to his precious Blood the wine. Sight must fail, no thought conceives, but a steadfast faith believes, resting on a power divine.”
Psalm 116: “I will lift up the cup of salvation and call on the name of the Lord.”
2. Second Reading Hebrews 9.11-15
Sprinkling with blood was an important part of ritual purification for the Hebrews. What aspects of those practices foreshadow Christ’s redeeming sacrifice? After reading this text, how would I explain my faith with regard to Christ’s sacrifice and his Blood?
“Alleluia. I am the living bread that came down from heaven, says the Lord; whoever eats of this bread will live forever. Alleluia.”
3. Gospel Reading Mark 14.12-16, 22-26
What was that last Passover meal with Jesus like? What meaning did the words Jesus used have for the disciples, as he broke the bread and gave them the cup? They did not forget. Am I again with Jesus as the priest uses his words to consecrate the Eucharist? What meaning do they have for me?
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, Fr. Joseph Thuy Le.
INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK
June 07 at 8AM
- For the intention of Grace and Frank Delion.
June 08 at 8AM
- For the soul of Emerenciano Quizon, death anniversary
PRAYER FOR THE MONTH (June) The Beauty of Marriage:
Let us pray for young people who are preparing for marriage with the support of a Christian community: may they grow in love, with generosity, faithfulness and patience.
PARISH NEWS
Second collection: for the Catholic Missions in Canada. Funds collected go towards the provision of support for over 600 remote and poor mission communities across Canada.
In-person Masses will continue as previously scheduled. They will still be held outdoors and are still limited to 50 people. For weekend Masses, you must register online.
St. Joseph Elementary school is still fundraising for a much-needed new playground. So far they have raised just a little over $13, 000. Please help them reach their goal of $40,000. The deadline for donations is Friday, June 13. Donations can be made online through our parish website or dropped off at either the Parish or School office. Thank you for your help.
Please visit our Parish website for the weekly bulletin and for more information regarding events in our Parish and in the Archdiocese.
Holy Communion Distribution: on Saturdays from 8pm to 8:45pm and on Sundays from 1pm to 1:45pm.
PARISH INFORMATION
The Church is open for private prayer: from Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Hand sanitizer, supplies to clean the pews, and marking guides to ensure distancing are available. Please help lower the risk of spreading infection at church by trying to minimize your contacts and staying home when ill, wearing a mask in the church, hand washing/sanitizing, cleaning the pew when you leave and giving other people space to stay safe. Thank you very much!
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.
A NOTE OF CAUTION about attending any of the below in-person outdoor Masses to individuals listed below, because of their higher risk of suffering from serious complications of COVID- 19:
- A person 70 years of age or older, even if they have been immunized against COVID-19.
- A person who is living with another person who is infected with COVID-19, or who has upper respiratory or influenza-like symptoms.
- A person with an underlying medical condition or a compromised immune system.
ARCHDIOCESAN NEWS
Pilgrimage to Holy Rosary Cathedral: will continue to meet outside the Cathedral eachSunday at 10AM to pray for the restoration of the public celebration of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass as long as restrictions on public worship persist.
Advance Planning for Catholics - FREE Webinar Series: This free webinar series offers a Catholic perspective on advance care planning, estates, wills, legacy, and memorialization. Register online for free at https://planning.rcav.org/
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.
Ministry to Divorced and Separated - I Have Called You by Name: Join The RCAV Ministry to Divorced and Separated in watching the very first episode in "The Chosen" Series, "I Have Called You by Name” on Thursday, June 3, 7:30 - 9 p.m. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.
Corpus Christi EucharisticConference: Give glory to the king of kings and celebrate the feast of Corpus Christi as the universal Body of Christ with Catholics across the world. Join us on Friday, June 4 to Sunday, June 6 online. Register online
Ministry to Divorced and Separated - Small Group Faith Study: join this small group faith study where we will dive deeper into the reflection questions from the first episode of "The Chosen" series, "I Have Called You by Name” on Thursday, June 10, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.
PRH Who Am I? Workshop: Join a two-weekend workshop to help you: Discover the richness within yourself; Improve your relationships: family, friends, workplace ministry; Increase your productivity in life & ministry; and Find greater solidarity in decision-making on June 12, 13, 19, 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events.
- 10th Annual Birthright Walk/Run Fundraiser This year, the Walk/Run will take place virtually for 3 km or more from June 13 - 19. Walk or run individually or as a team. Your donations can be made to www.canadahelps.org – Keyword: Birthright Vancouver. We are hoping that you can support us this year! Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events.
- Faith in the Home – Living Out theDomestic Church: While not always easy, faith can come alive in family life. Eric and Vanessa Chow will share how families can strengthen their relationship with Jesus. Wednesday, June 16, 8 - 9:30 p.m. Learn more and register 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/
