Daily readings:
06/06 Monday: Bless Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church [1] Genesis 3.9-15,20 or Acts 1.12-14 [Gospel] John 19.25-27
07/06 Tuesday: [1] 1 Kings 17.76-16 [Gospel] Matthew 5.13-16
08/06 Wednesday: [1] 1 Kings 18.20-39 [Gospel] Matthew 5.17-19
09/06 Thursday: ST. EPHREM [1] 1 Kings 18.41-46 [Gospel] Matthew 5.20-26
10/06 Friday: [1] 1 Kings 19.9a, 11-16 [Gospel] Matthew 5.27-32
11/06 Saturday: ST. BARNABAS [1] Acts 11.21b-26; 13.1-3 [Gospel] Matthew 10.7-13
12/06 Sunday: Most Holy Trinity [1] Proverbs 8.22-31 [2] Romans 5.1-5 [Gospel] John 16.12-15
REFLECTION ON THE READINGS
Men of Galilee, why gaze in wonder at the heavens? This Jesus whom you saw ascending into heaven will return as you saw him go. Alleluia!
1. First Reading Acts 2.1-11
At Pentecost, the apostles received a gift of languages. What other gifts of the Holy Spirit (wisdom, understanding, knowledge, counsel, courage, reverence (piety), awe and wonder (fear of the Lord)) did they probably receive for their mission? Which gifts do I need, to tell others about God’s deeds of power?
Psalm 104: “Lord, send forth your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth.”
2. Second Reading - 1 Corinthians 12.3b-7,12-13
How is the Holy Spirit at work in me and my close friends or family? When have I especially noticed the different gifts of those who are baptized working together for the Kingdom of God? When was unity of the Spirit not so obvious? How is the Holy Spirit active in those who have not yet received the gift of faith? What must I do to better follow the Holy Spirit’s lead?
“Alleluia! Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love.”
3. Gospel Reading - John 20.19-23
What a blessing to the apostles, the gift of the Holy Spirit! What a blessing to us! How has the Holy Spirit graced my life? What experiences do I cherish of forgiving and being forgiven, of the Spirit’s guidance and advocacy, of obedience to God, and of divine love, peace and joy?
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, 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 (June)
For families: We pray for Christian families around the world; may they embody and experience unconditional love and advance in holiness in their daily lives.
INTENSION FOR THE WEEK
Saturday June 4 at 9AM
- For the soul of Larry Pimental and the holy souls
Saturday June 4 at 5PM
- For the souls of Paul Pelanger,
Sunday June 5 at 8 AM
-Thanksgiving Mass
Sunday June 5 at 11:30AM
-For the souls Regino Bautista, Sia Kun New and deceased family members
Sunday June 5 at 6pm
- For the soul of Paul Pelanger.
- For the intention of Bridget Joseph
Monday June 6 at 8am
- For the souls of Paul Pelanger, Felisa Villacamta
- For the intention of Bridget Joseph
Tuesday June 7 at 8am
- For the soul of Paul Pelanger.
- For the intention of Bridget Joseph
Wednesday June 08 at 7pm
- For the soul of Paul Pelanger.
-For the intention of Bridget Joseph
Thursday June 09 at 8 am
- For the soul of Paul Pelanger.
- For the intention of Bridget Joseph
Friday June 03 at 8am
- For the soul of Paul Pelanger
- For the intention of Bridget Joseph
PARISH NEWS
There is second collection for “Catholic Missions in Canada” for this week.
Our Parish is currently collecting pledges and donations for the 2022 Project Advance Campaign.
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
* Public Order vs. Freedom of Speech and Association:
Beth Israel presents a captivating day of legal education and insights. Panel topics include civil disobedience; family conflicts, vaccine mandates, child consent; emergency health powers versus freedom of religious association. Archbishop Miller will be speaking on the afternoon panel at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 14 at 9 a.m. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.
Make Disciples of All Nations: How the Diversity of the Saints Invites Us to be Filled With the Spirit
Holy Name of Jesus Parish is opening its doors to anyone interested really cool stories about amazing Catholic Saints who aren’t well-known in Vancouver yet. Tuesday, Jun 14, 2022 at 7:00 PM. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events.
* Vatican International Eucharistic Miracles ExhibitCorpus Christi Parish in Vancouver is hosting the Vatican International Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit featuring 2’ x 3.5’ educational panels on church approved Eucharistic Miracles throughout history; a museum-quality replica of the Santo Caliz (Holy Cup of Valencia); education panels and DVDs on Blessed Carlo Acutis; and more. Friday, June 17 - Sunday, June 19. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events.
