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HEARING-IMPAIRED WORSHIPPERS

Saint Patrick’s Basilica’s new sound system is equipped with an audio system that enables hearing-impaired worshippers to tune their digital receivers into the frequency of the system in order to receive a broadcast of the Mass. If you wish to avail yourselves of this please bring your own digital receiver and earphones and tune into 89.9 FM.


SPECIFIC DATE EVENTS


MONTREAL'S RELIGIOUS HERITAGE SITES

Discover Montreal's Religious Heritage: It's Also Our History! Launching of the second annual contest organized by Montreal's Religious Heritage Sites. Seven Montreal institutions unite to invite the public to visit some of the city's religious heritage sites and learn about their own past. More than 350 years of history is revealed at seven different sites. Along the way visitors can admire architectural gems, listen to touching stories and discover the unknown builders of Montreal. (Each visit to one of the 7 sites gives the visitor a chance to enter a draw for a gift basket. The contest ends Dec. 1, 2010. The drawing will take place during that month.)

The Religious Sites are:
Sisters of Saint Anne Historic Centre
Misericordia Sisters Museum –
Émilie-Gamelin Centre, Sisters of Providence Museum
Maison de Mère d’Youville
Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel - Marguerite-Bourgeoys Museum
Grand Seminary of Monreal
Hospitalières de l’Hôtel-Dieu de Montreal Museum
Click  here for contact information.


theΩlogiΑ Book Ministry:

Is a Christian Book Ministry serving Montreal and surrounding areas. Spiritual and theological books are obtainable at a reasonable cost.
View: http://www.theologiabookministry.ca


PASTORAL HOME CARE RETREAT

When: September 10, 2010 9:00-3:00
Where: St. John Fisher Parish, 120 Summerhill Ave., Pointe Claire
Cost: $10.00 lunch included.
Contact: Cathie Macaulay, Phone: (514) 931-7311 x 354 or
cmacaulay@diocesemontreal.org
Space is limited register before Sept. 2, 2010



DEVELOPMENT & PEACE FALL CAMPAIGN INFORMATION MEETING
WITH EDUCATIONAL COMPONENT. All are welcome.

When: Sept.16, 6 p.m. (supper will be served)
Where: Archdiocese of Montreal, 2000 Sherbrooke St. W. Montreal
Contact: Sharon DiFruscia , 514-481-2981
E-mail: sharondifruscia@hotmail.com  Social Action Office.


BASIC CERTIFICATION DAY

When: Sept. 18 (9 AM-4 PM)
Who: For new catechists
Where: Centro Santa Famiglia, 4765 Blvd. Robert (2 streets west of Viau)
Contact: For info Emily Pace, (514) 931-7311 local 257 or 271
E-mail: epace@diocesemontreal.org Office for Faith Education


FUNDRAISER FOR UNITAS

COME CELEBRATE THE 80th BIRTHDAY OF CATHARINE McKENTY LONGTIME ASSOCIATE OF UNITAS.
When: Sunday, September 19, 2010 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm
Where: Unitas, 1950 St-Antoine w., Montreal H3J 1A5
Contact: TEL.514-485-0009 or info@untasmedittion.ca
RSVP before Sept. 5th.
A DONATION OF YOUR CHOICE TO UNITAS WILL BE APPRECIATED IN HONOR OF CATHARINE


YOUTH LEADERS AND ANIMATORS WORKING WITH YOUTH

The Youth Ministry Office invites Youth Ministers from the Archdiocese of Montreal to 4 meetings per year. This is an opportunity to network, to share resources, build communion and better enable ourselves to respond more dynamically to the mission of evangelization in our city.
When: September 21, 2010 (launching of the pastoral year)
Where: Grand Seminary of Montreal, 2065 Sherbrooke St. W.,
Contact: for info. 514-931-7311 X273
Email: icorrea@diocesemontreal.org


LATIN MASS

When: September 26th at the 11:00 a.m. Mass.
Where: St. Patrick’s Basilica, 460 René-Lévesque Blvd., Montreal
Contact: 514-866-7379


UNTIL DEATH DO US PART

Understanding Marriage and Annulment in the Catholic Church with Facilitator: Fr. Mike Shaw.
When: Wednesday, September 29, 2010 - 7pm-9pm
Where: St. Luke Parish, 106A Anselme-Lavigne St., DDO H9A 1N8
Contact: 514-683-4941
or E-mail: faithed@st-luke.ca


AN EVENING WITH… Marguerite d’Youville

When: Sept. 29 from 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: St. Edmund of Canterbury Parish, 105 Beaconsfield Blvd.,
Beaconsfield QC H9W 3Z8
Contact: (514) 695-7100
or Email: saintedmundqc@yahoo.com


ONGOING EVENTS

FRIDAY EVENING BIBLE STUDY - PSALMS SCHOOL OF PRAYER

When: Sept. 10 – starts 7
Where: St. John Fisher Parish, in the Beverley Room, 120 Summerhill, Pointe Claire H9R 2L7
Contact: The Parish (514) 695-0205
E-mail: sjfpsecretary@videotron.ca


STRUGGLING WITH GRIEF?

Crib and Cross Franciscan Ministries offers two group workshop series «From Death to New Life: A Christian View of Loss» for persons struggling with a significant loss, such as the death of a loves one, divorce or other difficult change. Practical tools for working through bereavement will be presented in talks, reflections and discussions centered on the healing power of faith, hope and love. Led by Deacon Richard Boileau.
When: September 17th and running each Friday until Nov. 26.
Where: West Island location to be announced.
Cost: $90.
Info. and registration: Deacon Boileau at 514-697-9813.


LUNCHEON CAFÉ

St Veronica’s Parish will be hosting a luncheon for parents once a month. While sharing a meal, parents will have a venue to share, discuss and reflect upon the day-to-day challenges they face as parents. Parents feel instinctively responsible for meeting the needs of their family but will be encouraged to also recognize their needs as individuals within the family. They will receive support and understanding from one another as well as guidance that comes from faith. For more information please call Father Fred or Beverley Wiltsie at the parish office 514-631-6381
or e-mail them at st.veronica@videotron.ca.


DESSERT WITH THE DEACON

A group of 10-15 people meet for dessert and tea or coffee, followed by a 90-minute period of learning and sharing. We watch a 20-minute video on some aspect of faith ethics or Scripture, followed by 10-20 minutes of discussion. We then study Scripture for 45 minutes.
When: Starting Sept. 23 , Thursdays 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Where: St. Gabriel Parish, 2157 Centre St., Montreal QC H3K 1J5
Contact: Deacon François Lehmann (514) 937-3597
Email : francois.lehmann@umontreal.ca


CHRISTIAN MEDITATION

Guidance in Christian meditation. Facilitator: Peter Jankowski.
When: Starts September (Monday evenings 7 p.m)
Where: St.David's Church library, 12450 Gascon St., Pierrefonds
Cost: No Cost
Contact: 514-684-8434


BOOK CLUB

Discussion of a good Catholic book over a shared home-cooked meal. Every second Saturday after the 5:00 pm Mass.
When: Beginning September 11.
Where: Holy Name of Jesus Parish, 899 Chomedey Blvd., Laval H7V 2X1
Contact Sara Vinci at (450) 687-4547 or sararedavinci@msn.com


YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY

Discussions on faith issues and Christian fellowship for those between the ages of 18 to 35
When: Every second Sun. of the month after the 5 P.M. Sun. Mass beginning
September 12th, 2010.

Where: Congress Hall of St. Patrick’s Basilica, 454 Rene-Levesque Blvd. West
Cost Nil
Facilitator: Fr. Jessie Dimafilis, MCCJ
Contact: St. Patrick’s Office 514-866-7379, E-Mail: info@stpatricksmtl.ca


PASTORAL HOME CARE
Basic Formation – Six Sessions - Free of Charge
When: Mondays: September 13 - October 25 7:00 – 9:30 p.m.
Where: St. Thomas a Becket Parish, 4320 Ste-Anne St., Pierrefonds
Contact: Cathie Macaulay, (514) 931-7311 x 354
or cmacaulay@diocesemontreal.org
Registration required - before Sept. 9.


WELCOME HOME CATHOLICS

Informal discussions for anyone who is estranged from the Church and wishes to reconnect, or those who wish to deepen their understanding of the Church and its teachings.
When: Every First Saturday of the month, beginning Sept. 4th., at 12:00 noon.
Where: Downtown in the Congress Hall of St. Patrick’s Basilica
454 Rene-Levesque Blvd. West
Cost Nil
Facilitator: Fr. Jessie Dimafilis, MCCJ
Contact: St. Patrick’s Office 514-866-7379 E-Mail info@stpatricksmtl.ca


HEARING GOD IN OTHERS: LISTENING SKILLS COURSE

A 6-session course designed to develop a spirituality of listening. Ideal for those involved in the pastoral care of the elderly, the sick and young adults. Basic skills for fostering communication in family relationships. The course uses a highly interactive, hands-on approach, with theoretical concepts applied through role play, prayerful reflection and other exercises.
Instructors: Cathie Macaulay & Elizabeth Koessler
Date: starts Sept. 7th, 2010, 7:30 pm, Tuesdays
Where: The Ignatian Centre of Montreal, 4567 West Broadway, H4B 2A7
Cost: $120
Contact: (514) 481-1064 - E-mail: centre@ignatiancentremtl.ca


PRAYER GROUP

The format is simple; praise-scripture-sharing and intercession. . All are welcome
When: Tuesday evenings after the 7 p.m mass
Where: St. Veronica`s Parish, 1300 Carson Ave., Dorval
Contact: Diane at 514-780-4445.


COOKING WITH FIRE

...is a cooking group for all persons who have a passion for cooking. The group is nourished by our Catholic faith and prayer. We meet once per month to prepare a meal from scratch or to offer our services to reach out to others in the community.
When: Once per month on a Saturday at 9:00 a.m.
Where: Missione Maria Ausiliatrice Church, 8550 Joliot-Curie Av., Montreal
Contact: Mattia at 514-268-6585
Email: mguarraggi@hotmail.com


PARISH STUDY AND DISCUSSION GROUP

Adult Faith formation. Facilitator: Pat Lemieux
When: Every other Tuesday morning from September to June
Where: Annunciation Parish boardroom, 75 av. Roosevelt , Ville Mount Royal
Contact: Regina Farrell 514-738-1080
e-mail: info@annunciationparish.ca


CELEBRATING THE WORD

Parishioners invited to meet over coffee and light refreshments to reflect and discuss the readings for the coming Sunday and how to apply them to our day-to-day lives
When: Wednesdays, 9-11 am, September - May
Where: Resurrection of Our Lord - Project Room, 34 – 34th. Ave., Lachine
Contact: The parish office between 9:30 am and 2:30 pm at (514) 637-2379.


CHRISTIAN MEDITATION

Meditation Sessions (with audiocassette resource)
When: Thursday evenings – 7:45 p.m. September – May
Where: St. Veronica’s Parish, 1300 Carson, Dorval, Quebec
Contact:: (514) 631-6381


ULTREÏA! ONWARD PILGRIM

Distinct from ordinary travellers, pilgrims set out on a path that leads them on a quest. Whether their motives are spiritual, personal or religious, pilgrims undertake a journey and overcome difficulties that change them forever. This exhibition will help you to follow the experience of pilgrims, introducing you to the world of pilgrimage in all its forms and to Montreal’s first chapel of pilgrimage, Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours.
When: June 19th. 2009 until January 2011
Where: Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel, 400 Saint Paul Street East, Montreal,
Contact: 514-282-8670
or view: www.marguerite-bourgeoys.com/


FREEING THE TREASURE

Thematic Exhibition at the Émilie-Gamelin Center. The Émilie-Gamelin Center (Museum of the Sisters of Providence) is happy to announce that its first thematic exhibition, Freeing the Treasure: The Sisters of Providence and the education of deaf girls, will be extended until May 2010.
When : Individual or guided tours. - Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. eve. and weekends: group reservation only (minimum of five persons).
Where: Providence Centre, 12 055, Grenet Street, Montreal
Reservations: Ms. Lorena Otero, trilingual secretary and guide of the Emilie-Gamelin Centre. 514-334-9090 x 217
view: www.providenceintl.org


COME SING WITH US

Ascension of Our Lord Parish Choir is currently seeking new members. The choir sings at the 10:30 a.m. mass on Sundays and rehearses each Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. If you have an appreciation of the rich choral music of the church and have a basic singing ability, you are warmly encouraged to consider joining us. An ability to read music is an asset, but not required.
Where: Ascension of Our Lord Parish, 375 Kitchener Ave, Westmount
Contact: The music director, David Szanto, at 514-932-3131
or e-mail: ascensionofourlord@videotron.ca


BLESSING OF THE SICK…..

When: The first Saturday of every month, after the 9:00 a.m. Mass
Where: Mary Queen of Peace Church, 11075 Gouin Blvd. W., Pierrefonds
Contact: 514-683-6810


“DIVORCED CATHOLIC NOW WHAT?”

This program provides answers to the difficult questions that Catholics face because of divorce. It also provides practical tools to help us move past the pain and loneliness, to heal, to learn and to hope for the future. The program includes a book and a companion workbook to further explore and integrate the issues addressed in each chapter of the book through reflection questions, exercises and journaling. The subjects covered are important topics that at one time or another become issues no matter how long since your separation or divorce.

When: the third Friday of every month at 7 PM.
Where: Holy Name of Jesus Parish, 899 Chomedey Blvd, Laval
Contact: Sara Vinci- 450-687-4547
or Giuseppe Margiotta- 450-967-1768


IGNATIAN SPIRITUALITY CENTRE OF MONTREAL AND CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY

Joining forces – The Ignatian Spirituality Centre of Montreal and Concordia University have developed a specific Spirituality Program which will be offered by the Centre and accredited by Concordia. For further information, please contact the Ignatian Centre. Phone: 514-481-1064.


ENGLISH MASS IN OLD MONTREAL

Notre Dame de Bon Secours Chapel celebrates Mass in English on Saturdays, at 4 p.m from March to the end of November.
The Sunday Mass in French continues all year at 10:30 a.m.
View: www.marguerite-bourgeoys.com click on info.


ENGLISH MASS AT ST. JOSEPH’S ORATORY

When: 11:15 a.m.
Where: St. Joseph’s Oratory in the crypt church
Contact: 514-733-8211


MARRIAGE MENTORING

One of the greatest challenges to the Church and culture is the renewal of marriage. Marriage mentoring works with experienced couples in order to enrich their own marriages as well as equipping them to work with other couples to transform marriage culture. The Dept. for Family Life sponsors workshops given by trained facilitators in parishes or at the Catholic Archdiocese. If you feel called to this ministry or if you are in need of mentoring, please call Sonia Kesik-Mitchell at 514-925-4343
or e-mail: smitchell@diocesemontreal.org


ST PATRICK'S BASILICA CHOIR

The choir welcomes new members. Pease see the choir director, Kevin Savor, after any mass.
Contact: For info, 514-866-7379


SONGS AND PRAYER OF TAIZÉ - every second and fourth Friday of the month. View: http://www.unitasmeditation.ca/

Where: Unitas Montreal
Contact: 514-485-0009



ON-LINE RETREAT

The retreat follows the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola.
Where: In your home or with a group
When: You decide when to begin and when to end
Contact: St John Brébeuf Parish - Lasalle
(514) 366-0131
www.johnbrebeuf.ca/


DAILY PRAYER ON LINE

(The Irish Jesuits)
http://www.sacredspace.ie/


DAILY MASS

The Reading, Gospel & Homily
from St. Michael's Cathedral, Toronto.
http://www.canadiandailymass.com/


NOTHING FOR GRANTED

Share the thoughts and writings of Fr. Peter Timmins. http://www.nothingforgranted.com/


For up to-date information on the above and any other retreat or session available from Parishes, Spirituality and Theological Centres throughout the Diocese contact Catholic Information (514) 937-Mark (514) 937-6275.
An information and referral service which responds to all inquiries.

www.diocesemontreal.org
2010