09/06 Monday: THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY, MOTHER OF THE CHURCH [1] Genesis 3.9-15, 20 or Acts 1.12-14 [Gospel] John 19.25-27
10/06 Tuesday: [1] 2 Corinthians 1.18-22 [Gospel] Matthew 5.13-16
11/06 Wednesday: ST. BARNABAS [1] Acts 11.21b-26; 13.1-3 [Gospel] Matthew 10.7-13
12/06 Thursday: [1] 2 Corinthians 3.15-4.1, 3-6 [Gospel] Matthew 5.20-26
13/06 Friday: ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA [1] 2 Corinthians 4.7-15 [Gospel] Matthew 5.27-32
14/06 Saturday: [1] 2 Corinthians 5.14-21 [Gospel] Matthew 5.33-37
15/06 Sunday: MOST HOLY TRINITY [1] Proverds 8.22-31 [2] Romans 5.1-5 [Gospel] John 16.12-15
PENTECOST SUNDAY
“The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Spirit of God dwelling within us, alleluia.”
First Reading: Acts 2.1-11
How did people recognize the presence of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost? When have I noticed the Spirit’s action with amazement or astonishment? What do I pray this Pentecost, so that more people may come to know God?
Psalm 104: “Lord, send forth your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth.”
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 12.3b-7, 12-13 / Romans 8.8-17
The Holy Spirit unites us as one body, one family in Christ, gracing each of us with different gifts for the good of all. What gifts of the Holy Spirit do I use for God’s kingdom? How else is the Spirit leading me?
“Alleluia! Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love.”
Gospel: John 20.19-23 / John 14.15-16, 23b-26
Forgiveness of sins and teaching authority are gifts of the Holy Spirit to the apostles and the Church. What must we do to ensure the abiding presence of the Holy Spirit? How have the Spirit’s gifts to the Church, and to me personally, contributed to my current faith life?
PRAY FOR THE SICK: May Chu, Camilo Romero, Adela Lim, Mary Martin, Ky Truong, Gina Tabul, Olivera Lambeta, Ngan Thi Trinh, Thuong Van Tran, Francesca Cabrales, Maria Garcia, Danita Chow, Hong Van Le, Tuyen Thi Nguyen, Phu Thi Truong, Bernard Boos, Hanh Huynh, Mary Magdalene H, Sa Thi Dang, Phuong Van Nguyen, Hoa Xuan Thi Le, Estrella Rodriguez, Felipe Sobredo, Shirley De La Cruz, Caroline Bayle, Thái Thị Mỹ, Lê Quang Vinh, Văn thị Cúc
PRAYER FOR THE MONTH
That the world might grow in compassion
Let us pray that each one of us might find consolation in a personal relationship with Jesus, and from his Heart, learn to have compassion on the world.
PARISH NEWS
*Second collection: the parish building fund.
*Food hamper program: Our next monthly food hamper June 12 from 5pm to 7pm at St. Mark's Church basement for those who have registered
*The 2025 Project Advance Campaign has begun. Please help us to reach our Parish goal of $80,000. Volunteers are available to take your donation after all weekend Masses.
*PREP and RCIA: Prep is open to all students, in Gr. 1 to 7, who are attending public schools and are interested in receiving the Sacraments for First Holy Communion and Confirmation.
RCIA for adults wishing to become Catholic, and for current Catholics wishing to deepen their faith. Registration for BOTH programs is now open, and forms can be found in the front entrance of the church.
*The Young Adults group in our Parish is hosting a wide soccer tournament on Saturday, June 21st at Windermere Field from 8am to 4pm. Please come cheer and support our parishioners. For more information, please check the posters in the front of the Church.
ARCHDIOCESAN NEWS
Arise Youth Retreat: is for those born in 2010 and 2011 (Youth entering Grade 9 or 10 in September 2025). We will explore self-identity, how to build community connections, and how to make Jesus Christ the centre of our lives. From Monday, June 30 through Thursday, July 3 at Camp Jubilee, North Vancouver. Register by June 13 at beholdvancouver.org/events.
Latria: An Evening of Praise and Worship: Join us for an evening of praise and worship, beginning with the highest form of worship—the Holy Mass on Saturday, June 14, at 5:00 p.m. at St. Matthew's Parish, Surrey. Register at beholdvancouver.org/events.Hope on the Horizon 8-Day Program: Are you 19–35 and looking for a life-changing experience this summer? Spend your days in downtown Vancouver serving those on the margins, living in an intentional community, and deepening your prayer life alongside others your age. You will receive food, accommodation, and even scholarship support. Choose between a one-week mission (Aug. 10 - 17) or a six-week immersion (Jul. 14 – Aug. 22). Turn Summer 2025 into the adventure that defines your faith and your future. Apply by Jun.15 at catholicstreetmissionaries.org/horizon
