Wednesday Weekly, October 29th, 2014 Print Version
1. Norms for Extraordinary Ministers
On September 30, 2014 Bishop Jensen issued a decree which defined the functions of the Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion within Mass and for Communion to the Sick. The Norms are to become effective November 30, 2014. A copy of the Decree and the Norms are attached. Parishes are asked to provide a copy of the Norms to their ministers of Communion. The information is also available on the diocese website.
Norms for Extraordinary Ministers Decree
Norms for Extraordinary Ministers of Communion September 2014
2. Employment Opportunity – Domano Renewal Centre
Please place the following job opportunity in parish bulletins:
The Domano Renewal Centre is seeking a part-time Secretary/Receptionist. This role requires a person comfortable with change, the ability to multi-task and interact well with clients and guests. Proficient computer skills are required in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word & Publisher). Areas of responsibility include receptionist/secretary, bookkeeping, scheduling and group bookings. The position is for 4 hours per day, 5 days a week with some flexibility for evenings and weekends. Expected start date is November 24th. For more information and to apply, contact Sr. Irene Baker, 250-964-4475 or email: ibaker@pgdiocese.bc.ca
3. November At A Glance
The Domano Renewal Centre has some exciting new sessions/workshops this month!
• 3 part DVD series of Fr. Ron Rolheiser: The Many Faces of Fear: Exploring the Roots of Religious Fear
• Constructing Skill and Strategies to Create Hopeful Changes: Supporting Children and Youth Who Live with Anxiety facilitated by Rev. John Garden, MEd (Counselling) and Ms. Annie Kearns, MEd (Counselling)
• Living as Missionary Disciples – How can we live more fully the call of Pope Francis to live as Missionary Disciples of Jesus today? With Fr. Jack Michalchuk and John Connelly
• Men’s Retreat – Archbishop Emeritus Sylvain Lavoie, OMI will lead a weekend retreat on Negotiating the Male Journey.
More information on these and other programs being offered this month can be found in the attached November at a Glance!
4. Sacramental Online Prep Training
Please post the attached poster and place the following information in parish bulletins. Parish offices will be sent the webinar registration links by email so that it can be forwarded to interested participants.
Two ONLINE TRAINING opportunities for our new Diocesan Sacramental Preparation program GOD’S GIFT for First Reconciliation and First Communion will be offered on Thursday, November 6th @ 6:30 pm and Saturday, November 8th at 10:00 am. Kathleen Suzuki from Loyola Press will guide leaders through an hour and a half session via the internet. The webinar can be viewed as a group, or in the privacy of your own home. Priests, catechists and helpers, please mark your calendars for one of these workshops, and grow in your ability to facilitate this program. Contact your parish office to receive the webinar link by email.
Online Sacramental Preparation program poster
5. Annual Diocesan Appeal Update
