Cemetery Mass at St. Michael's Parish, Baddeck, on August 17, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. In case of inclement weather it will be held in the church; same time. Please contact St. Michael's Parish, Baddeck @295-2914 for any further information.

25^th Anniversary of Ordination

 

        Rev. Paul McGillvray

 

Mass of Thanksgiving

to be held

August 24th at 2 p.m

 St. Michael Parish

                 Baddeck

 

Reception to follow

at Baddeck Fire Hall

             Chebucto Street

 

All welcome to attend Mass and Reception

 

Clinical Pastoral Education (Fall Program)
A Unit in Clinical Pastoral Education is being offered at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital in conjunction with the Institute of Pastoral Training and the Canadian Association of Pastoral Practice and Education.
Date: September 30, 2008 – April 24, 2009 (inclusive)
Students may take this course for academic credit through Atlantic School of Theology or Acadia Divinity College. It is a Masters level course.
Deadline for application: September 15, 2008
To obtain an application form or if you have any questions please contact:
Rev. Sandra Morrison
Director, Pastoral Care
Cape Breton District Health Authority
567-7293
or via e-mail: Rev. Sandra Morrison
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MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND:
Let the Games Begin!
That might be a good slogan for the Olympics, but not for a marriage! The Marriage Encounter Weekend shows couples how to be straightforward and honest in their communication, thus building a foundation for the kind of trust and love every marriage deserves. To find out more about the next weekend October 24 to 26 2008 in Pictou contact Joy & Eric Polley 755-4994 or Dave & Rose Ryan 755-1386.
To receive an information/registration brochure, call (902) 755-4994 or via email rosedave@eastlink.ca

BISHOP SUPPORTS DIOCESAN PROGRAM: Bishop Raymond Lahey made the following statement concerning the Diocesan Faith Development & Ministry Program directed and assisted by Fr. Bedford Doucette 539-6188 ext 235 or Bernadette Mac Donald 783-2744: "From their baptism, the laity have their own specific vocation within the Church, and are called to a variety of ministries and services. Our Faith Development and Ministry Program is designed to provide laity with an opportunity for a deeper awareness of their faith, and to provide them with the confidence and competence to serve others among God's people. It is a program for our times, I would strongly encourage it." For more information call 539-6188 ext. 235.
APPLICATIONS FOR FAITH DEVELOPMENT AND MINISTRY
Applications are now available for interested parishioners. These applications are for Year One beginning in September. Bursaries may be available so first come first serve! Our Diocesan Program is designed to develop lay Catholics' faith and to enable them, if they so wish, to express that faith in some service or ministry in their parish, deanery, or diocese.
By building up competence and confidence, parishioners can grow by means of a community experience of fellow participants once a month for ten months a year for two years' faith development and again, if they so wish, can continue for another year's formation in a ministry.
Courses include:
- Building Christian
- Community,
- Scripture,
- History,
- Spirituality,
- Morality,
- Sacraments,
- Liturgy,
- Pastoral Care,
- Faith Formation,
- Faith and Culture,
- Contemporary Issues,
- Psychological Growth and Conversion,
- and others.
With our good teachers, facilitators and presenters plus a great community experience on our weekends, the year will be most beneficial to any participant.
If interested, call your pastor, or Father Bedford Doucette (539.6188, ext. 235).
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L'Arche Cape Breton


We are currently looking for enthusiastic and caring young people to live in the spirit of L'Arche, building relationships with our most vulnerable.
L'Arche is a great way for people to learn about themselves, the gifts of people with disabilities and contribute to our wider community.

We would appreciate your help in spreading the word about this opportunity, as our community will be in need this Summer and Fall.
Enriching Opportunity. Build Community. Make a Difference.

Spend you Summer or Fall with L'Arche Cape Breton!
We are a non-profit charitable organization looking for energetic,
open-minded, and enthusiastic individuals to spend time as live-in assistants.
We provides home and work places for people with disabilities.
It can be a way to learn about community development,
have fun, to discover the beauty of people with disabilities, and to learn about yourself.

Join us for vacations, trips to the beach, dances, prayer, celebrations and delicious meals!


Applicants to L'Arche Cape Breton need not have previous experience or training. Any and all training you need is provided during your first three months in the community.
We are looking for people who are:

- Positive and Open Minded
- People who want to make a difference in the world,
- Are able to work on a team
- Creative (enjoy crafts, singing, playing music)
- Enjoy working with people

Please check out our web page and contact
Jennifer Kazda
Co-ordinator of Assistants
L'Arche Cape Breton
Whycocomagh, NS
B0E 3M0
Phone 902-756-3162
Fax 902-756-3381
L'Arche Cape Breton

L'Arche Cape Breton is an Ecumenical community which provides homes and work places for people with developmental disabilities.
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"The Celtic Heart Within"... A reflective weekend exploring the landscape of Celtic Spirituality... October 17-19, 2008, Bras d'Or Community Hall, Little Bras d'Or, NS. Cost: non-residential $110 per person. Limited accommodations are available at Villa Madonna for an additional $40. The facilitators are Monica Brown and Hiliary Musgrave of Emmaus Productions. They will draw participants, through creative reflection and ritual, story and imagery, music and song, into a deeper awareness and appreciation of their Celtic roots. This weekend offers a unique opportunity to touch the Celtic Heart Within Ourselves. To register or for more information please contact the Emmaus Centre 902 539 6188 ext. 224 or 227 or 1 800 656 5311.
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"Building Households of Faith: All are Gifted, All are Disciples" ... A catechetical gathering to explore the newly introduced whole parish catechesis model, for Pastors, Faith Formation Coordinators, Catechists, Parish Pastoral Council Members, Youth Ministers and Parents. Catechesis is everyone's concern! November 14 & 15, 2008, Delta Sydney Hotel, Sydney, NS. Cost: Early registration before September 30 - $70 per person, after $80 per person, includes conference material and 1 lunch. The facilitator is Mariette Martineau, Project Coordinator, Family and Intergenerational Services, Centre for Ministry Development. To register or for more information please contact the Emmaus Centre 902 539 6188 ext. 224 or 226 or 1 800 656 5311.
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