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- Ordination of Doug MacDonald, May 18th at 7:00
- Father Fred Morley's 60th anniversary of his ordination on Sunday, May 25th
- THE ATLANTIC LITURGY CONFERENCE Annual Study Day: Tues., May 27th,
- A walk for life sponsored by CB Right to Life is planned for Sunday, June 15, 2008 (Father's Day) at 2 p.m
- Feast of St. Anne bus trip to Monastery July 26.
- Second annual Steubenville Atlantic High School Youth Conference being held August 1 - 3, 2008 at St. FXU.
- L'Arche Cape Breton seeking Assistants for Summer and Fall
- APPLICATIONS FOR FAITH DEVELOPMENT AND MINISTRY now being accepted.
- "The Celtic Heart Within"... A reflective weekend exploring the landscape of Celtic Spirituality... October 17-19, 2008
- "Building Households of Faith: All are Gifted, All are Disciples" November 14 & 15, 2008


Listing of the various 

PRE-MARRIAGE PROGRAMS: click here



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Dear Parishioners:
You are cordially invited to the ordination at St. Ninian’s Cathedral. It is truly a diocesan event, open to everyone.
With Praise and Thanksgiving to God
The Diocese of Antigonish
Joyfully invites you to the Ordination of
Douglas Anthony Kirk MacDonald
To the Sacred priesthood of Jesus Christ
In the Presbyteral Order
Through the Imposition of Hands and
The Invocation of the Holy Spirit
By the Most Reverend Raymond Lahey
Bishop of Antigonish
On Friday, the sixteenth day of May, 2008 at 7:00 PM
At St. Ninian’s Cathedral, Antigonish, N.S.

You are warmly invited to a Reception
Following the Ordination at St. Ninian’s Parish Hall

Mass of Thanksgiving
Trinity Sunday, May 18th – 11:00 a.m. St. Ninian’s Cathedral, Antigonish, N.S
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60th Anniversary St. Columba Parish is pleased to be hosting Father Fred Morley's 60th anniversary of his ordination on Sunday, May 25th. Celebrations include an anniversary Mass at St. Columba Church at 3 PM followed by a reception in St. Columba Parish Centre. Everyone is invited to attend. Congratulations only.
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the Atlantic Liturgy Conference is hosting a “STUDY DAY” at Stella Maris House of Hospitality, Pictou.
On Tuesday, May 27 from 9:30 to 3:30 the Atlantic Liturgy Conference is hosting a “STUDY DAY” at Stella Maris House of Hospitality, Pictou. Members of the Atlantic Liturgical Commission will be in attendance and encourage priests and laity of the diocese to join them on this day. Study days are hosted each spring by the commission within the different dioceses’ of Atlantic Canada and are well attended by the host diocese; we in Antigonish want to continue this support.
The topic “Saying I Do- A Marriage Preparation Program” will assist all those in marriage preparation ministry in working with couples preparing for marriage. The facilitator is Mona Feehan the author of the Saying I Do program published by Novalis..
Registration is $20 per person.
Registration forms can be obtained on-line or by calling the Office of Worship at 902-539-6188 ext 237. The commission encourages a strong turn-out from the Diocese of Antigonish.
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A walk for life sponsored by CB Right to Life is planned for Sunday, June 15, 2008 (Father's Day) at 2 p.m. We will meet at the parking lot of St. Anthony's Daniel Parish, Sydney. A good will offering would be appreciated. Bring a friend and show you care for the dignity of human life. For information, phone Bill at 564-6966.
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PRE-MARRIAGE PROGRAM: Our Lady of Fatima Parish Hall — June 6, 7, & 8. Pre-registration is required. There is a fee of $60 per couple. For more information and to register, please call Family Service at 539-6868 ext. 2.
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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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A bus trip to Monastery to celebrate the Feast of St. Anne is scheduled for July 26. Fr. Albert MacPherson will be in attendance. For more informaiton, please phone Yvonne at 862-6781.
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STUBENVILLE ATLANTIC 2008: Will you be a With' Stubenville Atlantic is a Catholic High School Youth Conference: It combines great music and powerful liturgies with time prayer, fellowship, and entertainment. Stubenville Atlantic take place from August 1 — 3 at St. Francis Xavier University. line registration is now open ... visit WITNESS2008.CA
We would like to extend an additional invitation to the young people of your parish community to attend the second annual Steubenville Atlantic High School Youth Conference being held August 1 – 3, 2008 at St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, N.S.
Last year, it was a great pleasure to host some 1,100 participants, including 280 from the Diocese of Antigonish! We hope to see all of you, and many more, again this summer. Unfortunately, we also had to turn away a few groups because our conference filled to capacity very quickly.
If you plan on attending this year or wish more information please visit our website: http://www.witness2008.ca or call us toll-free at 1-877-392-8131 extension 327.
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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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The winter 2007 issue of the StFX Ministry Programs newsletter, News& Views is available online: http://www.stfx.ca/academic/continuinged/Ministry-Newsletter.html..
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Industrial Cape Breton Area"Pre-Marriage Programs"

PRE-MARRIAGE COURSES:

Please make cheque payable to Family Service of Eastern Nova Scotia and attach it to the registration form. For more information on this program phone Mary Jo Kuta, Family Life Department, Sydney, of the Family Services of Eastern Nova Scotiaor phone 539-6868.

Or you may register by mail and request a registration form:

Family Life Department
164 Charlotte St., Suite 200
Sydney, NS B1P 1C3



PRE-MARRIAGE PROGRAM: Our Lady of Fatima Parish Hall — June 6, 7, & 8. Pre-registration is required. There is a fee of $60 per couple. For more information and to register, please call Family Service at 539-6868 ext. 2.


Antigonish--Guysborough PRE-MARRIAGE PROGRAMS, 2008
The dates for the Marriage Preparation course in the Antigonish--Guysborough deanery are April 18, 6-9 pm , April 19, 9-4 pm and April 20 1-3pm. Held at St. Ninian Place. Cost is $70.00. Contact Brian & Mary Barkhouse 863-5987 or through the website, http://www.mcourse.homestead.com/
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  • Information for those concerned about sexual abuse by clergy or employees of the Diocese

  • GUIDELINES FOR RESPONDING TO COMPLAINTS OF SEXUAL MISCONDUCT
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  • Schedule for Villa Madonna Retreat House
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    ANNOUNCEMENTS:

    The Bishop William E. Power Family Charitable Foundation is accepting applications from non-profit groups for funding programs that qualify under the Foundations purposes as outlined on their website www.bishoppowerfoundation.ca
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    Courses and programs offered by distance education from St. F.X.U.
    For details on these distance education courses available to adults interested in faith formation and professional development please go to the following website(s) or call/write the St FX Ministry Programs Office (contact information below): StFX Ministry Programs Office. The winter issue of News & Views isavailable online @ Ministry Newsletter - Winter 2007.We hope you will find it informative.

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    Canadian Catholic Bioethics Institute

    Our mission is to promote and protect the dignity of the human person through ethics research and education in health care and the life sciences.

     CCBI - Palliative Care

    Welcome to the Canadian Catholic Bioethics Institute section on care for the terminally ill and the dying.  This is a resource for Catholics who are faced with end-of-life decisions about dignity, quality of life and spiritual well-being.  This section also includes an overview of moral theology regarding death, information on medical, legal and spiritual issues and links to Catholic resources and other healthcare sites.





    ENCYCLICALLETTER
    DEUS CARITAS EST

    Benedict XVI's First Encyclical

    POST-SYNODALAPOSTOLIC EXHORTATION "SACRAMENTUMCARITATIS -
    THE EUCHARISTAS THE SOURCE AND SUMMITOF THE CHURCH'S LIFE AND MISSION
    EXHORTATIONAPOSTOLIQUE: SACRAMENTUM CARITATIS

    Vatican Press Release concerning the above document

    Interview With The Pope
    (www.zenith.org)





    Development and Peace Update on "Make Poverty History":•The "Make Poverty History' Campaign is well underway in Canada. Similar campaigns are being undertaken in over 50 counties. 2005 is being viewed as the year to make positive change happen around the world. If you haven't already, please visit the website atwww.makepovertvhistorv.ca to see what it's all about. If you wish, youcan show your support by signing up, wearing a white band, passing thelink on, etc. Development and Peace has signed on nationally. Individual Development and Peace Diocesan Councils are urged to sign onas well. We are focusing attention on the part of the campaign which isasking for unconditional cancellation of international debt. .. more information later.The United Nations has proclaimed the period from 2005 to 2015, the International Decade for Action, "Water for Life". This commenced on World Water Day, 22 March 2005.
    Canadian Catholic Organization For Development& Peace
    Email: shelley.burgoyne@devp.org
    Web Site: http://www.devp.org
    Regional Coordinator:
    - Shelley Burgoyne Phone / Fax (902) 422-8428
    Diocesan Chair:
    - Josie England(902)863-3076
    LocalContact: Sydney area:
    - Bill Forgeron(902)564-6966

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  • Bishop Lahey Annouces Formation Program


  • MinistryFormation Review Committee Report


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    The Atlantic Catholic
    The Atlantic Catholic SubscriptionRates:
    Bulk: delivered to parish's civic address
    Bundle of 25 = $12.50 per bundle
    Bundle of 10 = $7.50 per bundle
    Individual: delivered to individuals door1 year subscription of 26 issues = $28.00
    Subscriptions can be obtained by calling (902)863-4370, writing TheAtlantic Catholic at 88 College Street, Antigonish, NS B2G 21-7 or emailing TheATLANTIC CATHOLIC
    Do you have news or anupcoming event from yourparish that may interest the readers of The Atlantic Catholic? If so, call the paper with details — today or emailing TheATLANTIC CATHOLIC .


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    For further information on Cursillos in the Tri-County area please contact Linda Campbell,(902)863-3309 or Sally Brennan, (902)752-7119.

    For information on programs at St. Joseph Renewal Centre,Mabou
    write P.O. Box 249
    Mabou, N.S. B0E 1X0
    or
    E-mail
    St.Joseph Renewal Centre

    Or for programs at Villa Madonna, Little Bras d'Or phone 1-902-736-3602; fax1-902-736-0204; e-mail: Villa Madonna Retreat House

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    USED Postage Stamps
    Development & Peace Raises Funds Through Sale of Used Stamps

    Used Postage Stamps can be sent to (or dropped off at)
    Villa Madonna Retreat House
    (12 Villa Dr., Little Bras d'Or NS B1Y 2X1) or they can be forwarded directly to the Development and Peace Office in Montreal at the following address:
    Development and Peace
    5633 Sherbrooke Street East
    Montréal, Québec
    Canada, H1N 1A3
    E-mail: Development and Peace
    Web Site: Development And Peace
    Another success for Development and Peace Stamps Event! Saturday, April 22, CCODP members organized two stamps sales inMontréal and in Quebec.
    These two fundraising events collected $4,582.31.
    Thank you for sending used stamps, old postcards and philatelic itemsfor Development and Peace.
    Since September 2005, $19,566.14 were raised by our philatelic teams.

    Des ventes de timbres couronnées de succès!
    Samedi dernier, deux ventes de timbres, tenues àMontréalet à Québec, ont permis de recueillir la somme de4582,31 $.
    Merci à ceux et celles qui continuent de recueillir timbres, cartes postales et pièces philatéliques pourDéveloppement et Paix.
    Depuis septembre 2005, nos équipes philatéliquesont recueilli 19 566,14 $.

    François Gloutnay, agent de formation
    Service de l'éducation - secteur francophone
    DÉVELOPPEMENT ET PAIX
    5633, rue Sherbrooke Est
    Montréal (Québec) H1N 1A3

    514-257-8711, poste 318
    * francois.gloutnay@devp.org
    Just to let you know that our stamps sale in(2003-2004)raised 20,835$ for Development and Peace, our second best year since 1992.
    Since 1992, this group of volunteers has raised 150,221$. We are very proud of this success. It would not be possible without your help andsupport.

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    USED EYE GLASS FRAMES:
    Used or discarded eyeglasses,in good condition, are being collected for children and others in the Holy Land. The St. John Eye Hospital in Jerusalem and its outreach clinics throughout Palentine are in need of 'good' eyeglasses - especially for children and teenager. These eyeglasses can be sent to Stewart LeForte at Villa Madonna Retreat House, 12 Villa Drive, Little Bras d'Or, NS B1Y 2X1.
    See: Used Eye Glasses for young people in the Holy Land
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