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THE POPE VIDEO FOR FEBRUARY 2021
For women who are victims of violence
 The Pope regarding violence against women: “We cannot look the other way.”
The Pope Video for February sends out a powerful message against the various kinds of violence against women. In the face of this “degradation of all humanity,” the Holy Father asks that women be protected by society and that their sufferings be heeded by all.
Through this month's prayer intention, Pope Francis is entrusting this prayer to the entire Catholic Church through the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network. It is a powerful message against the violence that millions of women suffer daily: “psychological violence, verbal violence, physical violence, sexual violence.” For Pope Francis, these abuses are “acts of cowardice and a degradation of all humanity.” Consequently, he asks us to pray for the victims, “that they may be protected by society and have their sufferings considered and heeded by all.”
Intention: Let us pray for women who are victims of violence, that they may be protected by society and have their sufferings considered and heeded by all.
"Today, there continue to be women who suffer violence. Psychological violence, verbal violence, physical violence, sexual violence.
It’s shocking how many women are beaten, insulted, and raped.
The various forms of ill-treatment that many women suffer are acts of cowardice and a degradation of all humanity. Of men and of all humanity.
The testimonies of the victims who dare to break their silence are a cry for help that we cannot ignore.
We must not look the other away."
Pope Francis – February 2021
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Transformational Leadership
This event is being offered as a follow-up to the virtual gathering with Archbishop Paul-André Durocher held last Nov. 21, Called by My Name, sent in His Name, in addition to the conference led by Brett Powell held on Jan. 23 called Leadership Where It Matters Most.
This series of conferences aim to support everyone’s efforts to promote the missionary transformation of our Church (Diocesan Roadwork) and to deepen our understanding of ways to meet the challenges of a Church renewal together.
Archbishop Paul-André Durocher will present his vision of transformational leadership within the Church.
Join us on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. EST via the platform Zoom.
This event is free.
*Animated in French; simultaneous translation in English will be provided.
For details and to register, click link below.
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PARISH VITALITY UPDATE:
Did you miss the Jan. 23rd Parish Vitality session on Leadership Where it Matters Most with Brett Powell? Or would you like to watch it again, and/or share it with your parish team?
You can now watch a recording of it in the link below!
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International Day of Human Fraternity: February 4
"Once more we realize that no one is saved alone; we can only be saved together." (cf. Fratelli tutti, 32)
 Cardinal Miguel Ayuso, President of the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue: ‘We must work for a culture of peace and inclusion'.
Pope to participate in first International Day of Human Fraternity
The Holy Father will mark the International Day of Human Fraternity in a virtual meeting on February 4, the date set by the United Nations General Assembly [last December] for this new annual occasion. He will do so together with the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, Ahmad Al-Tayyeb. The event will be hosted in Abu Dhabi, in the presence of the Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed.
The meeting will be broadcast in several languages from 2:30 p.m. (Rome time), 1.30 p.m. (GMT), on the Vatican News website. (8:30 a.m. Montreal time).
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
FOR WARMING CENTRE
 The social ministry team of Côte-des-Neiges is looking for volunteers for a temporary warming centre, in the basement of the St. Pascal Baylon Church, in Côte-des-Neiges.
We help homeless people by providing them a safe place to warm up, and offer them some coffee, a bowl of soup and a sandwich. Open from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Your role would be to support the team with the following tasks:
• Serving food
• Maintaining order and cleanliness
• Ensuring compliance with sanitary measures
Maintaining this service relies on the creation of a team of reliable volunteers. We run the centre until the end of March, so whether you come once a week or daily, your contribution will be greatly appreciated.
On behalf of those with whom you can spend a few hours a day, thank you!
If you have any questions or would like to get involved, please contact
Mr. Diego Saavedra Renaud at (514) 880-7500 or psocialecdn@outlook.com.
Pastorale sociale de Côte-des-Neiges
6570 chemin la Côte-des-Neiges,
Montréal (Québec) H3S 2A7
Tel. : (514) 880-7500
psocialecdn@outlook.com
http://cdnchurchcouncil.org
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SINGLE MOTHERS' VIRTUAL RETREAT
 WHEN: Friday, February 5-7, 2021
All single mothers are welcome.
Schedule overview:
Fri., 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m.: Guest Speaker, Laura O'Reilly and reflection time
Sat., 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.: Laura O.reilly amd reflection time
Sat., 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m.: Healing Service
Sun., 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.: Virtual Mass celebrated by Fr. Rob Brennan, SJ
For more info, contact Claire Brown at clairebrown514@gmail.com
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WORLD DAY OF THE SICK 2021
 This year's activities for World Day of the Sick will look different, but will offer new ways to engage in praying for the Sick all during the month of February.
Here are some of the ways you can participate.
- You can pray each day of the month for the specific needs of sick persons by using our WDS calendar. The calendar is also available in French and Spanish.
- You can send your personal and community prayer intentions to the Friends of Mercy.
- Archbishop Christian Lépine will preside at a Mass to celebrate the World Day of the Sick on Thursday, February 11, at 7:30 a.m. (EST) televised on Salt and Light TV and available throughout the day on the diocesan YouTube channel.
For more info, contact PHC Coordinator Cathie Macaulay at cmacaulay@diocesemontreal.org
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WORLD MARRIAGE DAY 2021
Through the highs and lows of the pandemic, it is vital to take the time to strengthen the love that unites couples and families. Celebrate your love or the love of a couple dear to you on Sunday, February 14, World Marriage Day!
On Saturday, February 13, 2021 at 5 p.m. Archbishop Christian Lépine will celebrate a special mass at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral. It will be livestreamed on the diocesan YouTube channel. Consider renewing your wedding vows, receive a special blessing and pray for couples and families! Persons who are separated/divorced and wish to renew their fidelity to their vows are also invited to do so.
This year, we also celebrate the 400th anniversary of the first wedding celebrated in New France, which took place on August 26, 1621!
Why not plan a special moment, as a couple or as a family, to celebrate the Love that has brought you together on your wedding day and to nurture or re-establish your connection with Christ!
World Marriage Day is celebrated annually throughout the world on the second Sunday of February. It honours husband and wife as the foundation of the family – the basic unit of society. It salutes the beauty of their faithfulness, sacrifice, and joy in daily married life. In 1993, St. John Paul II imparted his Apostolic Blessings on World Marriage Day.
For more information, please contact the Diocesan Centre for Marriage, Life and the Family at centredmvf@diocesemontreal.org or by calling 514 925 4300, ext. 233.
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WOMEN'S VIRTUAL RETREAT
AT VILLA SAINT-MARTIN
 From Love You Came and to Love You Shall Return
With facilitator: Sister Pat O'Neill, SNJM
and Ash Wednesday Mass celebrated by Fr. Kevin Kelly, SJ
The mysteries of faith, hope, love and Joy of 2021
will be in constant flux throughout the year.
The challenge is in meeting the only constant element: change.
Our strength is in soldiering onto greener pastures
and achieve balance of mind, body and soul in every breath we take.
You may join us via the cloud platform, Zoom, on Wednesday, February 17,
from 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. EST.
Pre-registration required by Feb. 14. Link to join the retreat will be provided once registration is received.
Suggested donation: $15
Contact Helen Pellerin: hrayrow@hotmail.com. |
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LENTEN MISSION: ST. LUKE PARISH
WITH DEACON TONY RETTINO
 You are invited to our first ever virtual Lenten Mission animated by Tony Rettino, p.d.
Tony will use a series of videos from Sycamore.
Sycamore is an informal course about the Christian faith and its relevance for life today. It gives you space to meet other people, share ideas, explore your beliefs, and think about questions that really matter. Take a look at the Sycamore Trailer on Vimeo.
Feb 18: THE EXISTENCE OF GOD
Feb 25: WHO IS JESUS?
March 4: THE HOLY SPIRIT AND THE CHURCH
March 11: THE GIFT OF FAITH
March 18: FINDING TRUE FREEDOM
March 25: THE MEANING OF LOVE
Invite a friend or several friends – they can be living in any time zone and join us through the internet – imagine the possibilities!
Register in advance for this meeting at the link below.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
ALL ARE WELCOME!
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LINING UP A LENTEN CAMPAIGN
 Pandemic measures will likely limit churchgoing in the coming Lenten season. We are therefore putting together an exciting, online-ready Share Lent campaign.
Stay tuned for a sneak peek of the campaign theme and imagery.
Throughout Lent, we will also be sending weekly activity updates.
Stay informed and sign up below for our e-newsletter today!
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POSITION TO HIRE:
Handyman/Caretaker
Description
St. Ignatius of Loyola Parish, a Roman Catholic Church in Montreal, is looking to hire a Handyman/Caretaker.
This position formally reports to the Pastor, and functionally to the Director of Operations.
Position Type: Full Time
Hours: 35 hours per week; Saturday and Sunday are required work days, as well as Christmas and Easter.
Annual Salary: TBC based on experience
For full details and contact info, please see the complete job posting below.
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THE AUGUSTINE SERIES:
2021 Virtual monthly conferences
 Hosted by St. Augustine of Canterbury Parish in St. Bruno, QC.
Join us for a series of free monthly conferences being offered via the cloud platform, Zoom, now through May. Our next conference session will be held on Sunday, February 28, 2 p.m. EST with speaker Dr. Spencer Boudreau.
Dogmatic Truths: What Dogs Teach Us About Life - Dr. Spencer Boudreau
The human relationship with dogs is older and more unique than that of humans with any other animal. Explores the virtues dogs can teach us which have such immeasurable capacity to enrich our lives.
Please register in advance to receive the Zoom link. Contact us by email at: augustineseries@bellnet.ca
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ST. JOSEPH'S ORATORY:
Online Gift Shop open
The Online Gift Shop offers a selection of products to highlight Pope Francis' decree of 2021: a special year dedicated to Saint Joseph. You can also shop directly from our Facebook page and our Instagram account. Follow us:
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