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NEWS FROM THE DIOCESAN SERVICES - May 16, 2023
57th WORLD DAY OF SOCIAL COMMUNICATIONS
World Communications Day 2023 will be celebrated on Sunday 21 May.
The Pope's Message for the 57th World Day of Social Communications 2023 was released on 24 January, the Feast of St Francis de Sales, patron saint of Catholis writers and journalists. This year's theme is "Listen with the ear of the heart.". The message urges communicators to communicate cordially and never pursue hostile communications.
Speaking with the heart. "The truth in love" (Eph 4: 15)
The Green Church Network has produced video for use by your faith community in preparation for Earth Day 2023. We hope that this video will inspire you to take action for a better future. It looks at three themes that will be addressed during Creation Time 2023: biodiversity, wetlands and renewable energy. Watch the video here.
Safeguarding Creation Courses
Thanks to a generous donation, several courses are being offered on the safeguarding of Creation.
We are happy to pass on information about the pastoral activities of the English-speaking parishes via the newsletter. We will be happy to publish your information in the newsletter every two weeks. Please send your information to André Inkel, Pastoral Worker. His e-mail address is inkela@diocesegatineau.org.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO FIND OUT ABOUT RETREATS AND ACTIVITIES IN FRENCH?
In this English version of the diocesan bulletin, we share information relevant to our English-speaking parishioners. If you want to find out about retreats and resources available in French only, you might want to also subscribe to the French Infolettre. You can sign up here.
THE 2023 FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN FOR OUR PARISHES
This year again, the 2023 fundraising campaign for our parishes ("la dîme") is currently taking place in all 53 parishes of our diocesan Church.
With the partnership of Jardins du Souvenir, the Archdiocese continues to work with parishes by providing promotional tools and advertising. With a new theme of For My Parish...With All My Heart, Building the Future, the campaign runs through the spring with a reminder in the fall.
Video message from Bishop Paul-André Durocher
To make a donation to any of the parishes, it is possible to do so via the online donation platform on the Archdiocese of Gatineau website. Your donation allows your parish to continue its mission.
Thank you for your donation!
APPOINTMENT TO THE NOVATIO FOUNDATION
The Board of Directors of the Novatio Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Monique Washnuk, CFRE, MPNL, as Philanthropic Development Advisor for the Foundation. As advisor, Monique will be responsible for the implementation of the major gifts and planned giving program, as well as Novatio's first annual campaign. Monique joined the Foundation on April 24th, she has extensive experience in philanthropy and is also a warden at St. Mark's Parish in Aylmer.
She has been involved with several foundations, most recently the Gatineau Health Foundation. For Monique, "a culture of philanthropy is about building lasting relationships, not just money. It is a way of operating that is based on the true essence of philanthropy - the love of humanity and in service of the public good."
In her new role at the Foundation and with her strong faith, she will work to foster lasting relationships with current and new donors that will further Novatio's mission, vision, and values and strengthen our community of faith through innovative projects in parishes, community organizations and within the diocese. By making a gift through the Foundation, you will support innovative pastoral projects that will strengthen our community today and for generations to come. If you are interested in learning more and about how you can create lasting change, please contact Monique at 819-771-8391, ext. 323, philanthropie@diocesegatineau.org
NEWS FROM THE PARISHES AND MOVEMENTS
A prayer in time of spiritual conflict. This prayer, inspired by chapter 6 of the Letter to the Ephesians, was composed by a parishioner to help those who struggle in difficult situations. We share it with her permission.
Holy Spirit of Jesus, help me put on the helmet of Salvation, the shoes of Peace, the belt of Truth and the breastplate of Righteousness; embolden me to take up the shield of Faith, and Your sword – which is the Word of God – to stand with You in Truth and in Light. Teach me to lead my brothers and sisters in humanity to the glory of your eternal love. Amen!
OUR LADY OF THE ANNUNCIATION
Our Lady of the Annunciation Parish will hold its annual Spring Auction on Wednesday, May 3rd at the Church Centre, 189 Archambault Street, Gatineau (Hull Sector). Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for viewing, bidding starts at 6:30 p.m. Admission $2. Items to be auctioned include china, crystal, pewter, jewellery, a stamp collection and small appliances, and more. Draws will be held for door prizes throughout the evening. For additional information, tel. 819-776-4434, email ola@bellnet.ca.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/INVITATIONS TO SHARE
This section is for the sharing of announcements/invitations from parishes and movements in the diocese. If you have an activity to share or advertise, please send a note to Bozica Domitrovic on Friday before the newsletter release.
CONTACT
BOZICA DOMITROVIC, Communication technician
domitrovicb@diocesegatineau.org / Telephone: 819 771-8391, ext. 308
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