Diocese of Saint-Jean-Longueuil Saint John Paul II Pastoral Unit

Bishop, Msgr. Lionel Gendron, p.s.s. - Auxiliary Bishop, Msgr. Louis Dicaire
Diocesan web page: www.dsjl.org - Saint John Paul II website: http://johnpaul2.weebly.com

PARISH BULLETIN April 26th, 2015 WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS
FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER - Living Easter: I lay down my life
Jesus did the ultimate act of laying down his life on the cross. Death was not the final chapter, it was a key moment, a
turning point. Jesus death and resurrection led to our hope in the resurrection. Every follower of Christ has a vocation.
Common to each vocation is the necessity of laying down our lives for the sake of the other. That will lead to something
greater. We may not understand the significance of our simple acts of laying down our lives for the sake of the other.
We can hope and trust that they will bear fruit in Gods time.
FR. JOHNS WEBNOTES 4th Sunday of Easter
We are not isolated and we are not Christians on an individual basis, each one on his or her own, no, our Christian
identity is to belong! We are Christians because we belong to the Church. It is like a last name: if the first name is I am
Christian, the last name is I belong to the Church. It is so beautiful to observe how this belonging is also expressed
in the name God gives to himself. In answer to Moses in that wonderful episode of the burning bush, he defines
himself as the God of the fathers (cf. Ex 3:15). He doesnt say: I am the Omnipotent One..., no: I am the God of
Abraham, the God of Isaac, the God of Jacob. In this way He reveals himself as the God who made an alliance with
our fathers and remains ever faithful to his pact, and calls us to enter into this relationship which precedes us. Gods
relationship with his people precedes us all, it comes from that time.
Pope Francis
General Audience, June 25, 2014
Today is the World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Our first vocation is to be Christian. Christian is our identity. We are
called to be like Christ, not just on occasion, but at all times and in all places. God calls us to a specific way of living
our common vocation. Some are called to marriage, to creating a family. Others are called to healing vocations. Some
are called to single life. Some are called to the priesthood or religious life. It is in this calling that we are to live out our
primary vocation of Christian. How is God calling you to live your vocation?
FAITH EDUCATION: REGISTRATION
Faith education is a life long endeavour. It is especially important and provides a foundation when there is a desire to
prepare for and celebrate the Sacraments. In order to ensure a meaningful faith experience, we offer a number of
programs for various age groups: Be My Disciples for children between the ages of 8 and 10 is a family program which
focuses on the call to discipleship; Witnesses of the Covenant encourages young people of 11 years and older to come
together to question and discuss elements of our faith; RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) is tailor made to
encourage adults in their faith journeyand for our youngest, Mini-Ministry focuses on encouraging that first spark.
Registration is now taking place for all of these programs. Please call (450) 676-7577 or (450) 671-0416 or email:
faithfirst@live.ca Please note our programs begin at the beginning of September. Registration with payment
will be accepted until September 8, 2015.
BIBLE CAMP 2015: MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
Bible Camp for children in Kindergarten to Grade 7 will be held from Tuesday, July 7th Friday, July 10th, from 9:30
a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at St. Marys (corner of Miller & Grove) in Greenfield Park. Contributions of $45.00 per child would be
appreciated to help cover the costs which include materials, snacks and lunch on Thursday. Each child will need a prewashed - plain white tee-shirt for a craft. Please Register by June 29th. Please E-mail: biblecamp.stmarys@yahoo.ca
for more information.
BIBLE CAMP HELP: The Bible Camp team is looking for youth aged 16 and up and adults to help with this years
camp. Email the above address for more information.
IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF ST. PAUL
In response to the Holy Year dedicated to St. Paul (2008-2009), you are invited to a pilgrimage following the path of St.
Paul in Greece. October 18-31, 2015. A pilgrimage is an opportunity for prayer, reflection of scriptures (Pauls letters), a
closer look at the person Paul and the celebration of the Eucharist, reconciliation. For more information contact
Melanie (514) 271-1230, ext. 27, or mel@borealtours.com
LIGHTHOUSE CATHOLIC MEDIA
New CDs and Books from Lighthouse Catholic Media will be available at St. Mary's (corner Grove & Miller) in the
Boutique on Sundays until stock lasts. Deepen your understanding and love of the Catholic faith by listening to talks
from great Catholic speakers like Mathew Kelly, Fr. Larry Richards, Jason Evert, Brant Pitre and many others. This is a
wonderful way to feed your soul from the comfort of your home or car for a cost $5.00 per title. They also make
wonderful gifts for First Baptism, Communion / Confirmation, Mothers Day/Father's Day too. Contact Lorraine Pecus
for more titles. 450-445-0372

JESUS, THE SUFFERING SERVANT STUDY/MEDITATION with Alex LaSalle

The Adult Faith Formation of the SAINT JOHN PAUL II Pastoral Unit offers an in-depth study/meditation of Mark's
Gospel based on Stephen J. Binz's book Jesus, the Suffering Servant - Part one. Last year, we spent twelve 2 hoursessions studying the first 15 verses of chapter 1. This year, 6 sessions are scheduled : April 16, 23, 30 and May 7,
14, 28, from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. The session will be held at Good Shepherd, (7900 Naples in Brossard). It is now
time to register. Feel free to join the group, even if you weren't with us last year. Having attended last year's sessions
is not a prerequisite. All in all, you only missed 15 verses... Copies of Binz' book are available at a 12$ cost. Ask for
your copy when registering by email at affjp2@gmail.com
FR. ROBERT BARRONS EUCHARIST SERIES with Alex LaSalle
In preparation for the feast of Corpus Christi (June 7th) the Adult faith Formation program of the Saint John Paul II
Pastoral Unit invites all parishioners to watch EUCHARIST, a three part series in which Fr. Robert Barron sheds some
light on what the Church defines as the source and summit of her life and mission. This activity (viewing, sharing and
adoration) will take place at St. Francis of Assisi Parish on April 27th, May 11th and May 25th, from 7:30 pm to 9:00
pm. Come and invite a friend!
IN HER FOOTSTEPS: THE STORY OF KATERI TEKAKWITHA (2013), DOCUMENTARY FILM + BONUS - 95 MIN.
Please join Alex LaSalle on May 8th at 7:30 pm at St. Francis of Assisi hall, 844 Notre Dame, St. Lambert for film
and discussion. "For 350 years, a young Christian Mohawk woman has been interceding for and inspiring natives and
non-natives around the world. On October 2012, Kateri Tekakwitha became the first Native North American woman to
be recognized as a Saint. This moving documentary takes us on a journey [...], as we follow St. Kateri's incredible
journey of deep faith, heroic sacrifice and love of Christ." (S+L television website)
PILGRIMAGE TO SAINT-BENOT-DU-LAC with Alex LaSalle
The Saint John Paul II Pastoral Unit's Adult Faith Formation Program invites you to discover the world of the
Benedictine Monks of Saint-Benot-Du-Lac through a one-day pilgrimage.(brief presentation of the benedictine monks
http://vocations.ca/communities_dioceses/religious_priests/benedictine_monks/ )This cultural and spiritual activity will
be held on: Saturday,June 6th, 2015.
Schedule:
8:00 am: meeting in the parking lot of St. Francis of Assisi parish (844 Notre-Dame ave., St. Lambert, J4R 1R8)
8:15 am : boarding (in a 56 places bus).
8:30 am : departure from St. Lambert.
10:00 am : arrival at the St-Benot-Du-Lac Monastery
10:15 am to 4:15 pm: short visit, mass (in French/Latin) + sext and none (canonical hours in French/Latin), lunch (bring
your own lunch), free time, talk by Fr. Charles Gilman o.s.b.(in English), tasting (cheese and cider) and shopping.
4:15 pm : boarding
4:30 pm: departure from St-Benot-Du-Lac
6:00 pm : arrival in St. Lambert. End of the day.
Cost : 30$ per person. This amount covers the transportation (25$), the tasting (3$), the tip for the bus driver (1$) and
a small donation (1$) to the monastery.
Registration: opens soon. More info to come on http://www.johnpaul2.weebly.com
BREAD OF LIFE : RETREAT 2015
Come and discover your charism through the gift of the Holy Spirit with Fr. J. Gregoire. The retreat will be held at St.
Marys Church hall (corner Grove & Miller, Greenfield Park) on Friday, June 26 th, Saturday, June 27th and Sunday, June
28th . Tickets are $20.00. For further details and to reserve your ticket, please contact (after 6:00 pm) Mike at 450-4435765; Clarel & Corine at 450-907-7171 or Sharon at 450-907-4408.
A WORLD OF JUSTICE AND CHARITY? ECUMENICAL BREAKFAST TALK
The Diocesan Commission for Christian Unity (DCCU) has the pleasure to invite you to its annual Breakfast Talk.
When? Saturday June 13th, from 9:00 a.m. to noon
Where? St-Francis-of-Assisi Church hall, 844 Notre-Dame, Saint-Lambert
Theme? A World of Justice and Charity?
I feel the desire to share with you a hope, that the sense of responsibility may little by little overcome corruption in
every part of the world (Pope Francis). As Baptized, we can reflect together on the ways that corruption destroys the
Christian ideal of a just and charitable society, and on the ways we can overcome this obstacle. How do we play a part
in building a society where individual interests do not harm the good of the many? Guest Speaker: Nol Simard,
Bishop of the Diocese of Valleyfield and contributing writer to Awaiting the Charbonneau Commission Report: A

Reflection on Corruption produced by the Assemble des vques Catholiques du Qubec* Bilingual presentation.
Coffee, tea, juice, muffins, and croissants will be served. Suggested donation: $7. (or more if you like!) Please
register with Jose Lefebvre: 450 679-1100 or 514 990-9412, extension 292. By email: josee.lefebvre@dsjl.org
We look forward to welcoming you! Dominique Marucchi-Foino, Diocesan Delegate for Ecumenism *This
document is available online at: http://www.eveques.qc.ca/documents/2015/Areflectiononcorruption.pdf
Coming this summer to a parish near you a new Book Club as part of the Adult Faith Education program
with Alex LaSalle in the Saint John Paul II Pastoral Unit. Stay tuned for more information.
Be sure to visit our website for weekly updates at http://www.johnpaul2.weebly.com
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
HOLY CROSS PARISH - The adoration of the Blessed Sacrament takes place on the first Tuesday of each month
following the rosary which starts at 7:30 pm. For anyone joining for the adoration, it generally starts around 8:oo
pm and it lasts 30 minutes. Holy Cross Parish is located at 765, Pierre Pich Street, in Boucherville.
ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI PARISH - On the first Thursday of the month, right after the 9:00 am mass, the Blessed
Sacrament is exposed for about 45 minutes and the Blessed Sacrament is also exposed for silent adoration on the
last Saturday of the month, from 7:30 to 9:00 pm (until May 30) with Alex LaSalle. St. Francis of Assisi Parish is
located at 844 Notre Dame Street, in St. Lambert.
ST. MARY'S PARISH - Each Saturday morning, from 9:00 am to 10:00 am, the Blessed Sacrament is exposed.
Also, on the first Friday of the month, mass is celebrated at 9:30 am. After mass up until 4:00 pm, St. Mary's Parish
gives to all the faithful the opportunity to adore Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament of the Altar. St. Mary's Parish is located
at 125 Grove Street, in Greenfield Park.
LA MAISON DE PRIRE NOTRE-DAME - The sisters from the Congregation of Notre-Dame CND open their quiet
and prayerful chapel, in the Maison de prire Notre-Dame, to all the faithful who wish to spend some time in a heart-toheart conversation with Jesus. The chapel is located at 180 De Normandie, Longueuil, and is open every day, from
9:00 am to 9:00 pm. To make sure the chapel is available for prayer, you can call: 450-674-4884.
ST. FRANCIS XAVIER MISSION, Kahnawake - Benediction and Adoration on the last Sunday of each month from
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.