P.O. Box 145
L'Ardoise, N.S.
B0E 1S0
(902) 587-2416
hgap@stpeterscable.com
Pastor - Rev. Barrett Clare-Johnson
First Sunday of Lent
February 24 & 25, 2007
Weekday Masses
Tues., Feb. 27th: Mass @ 7 p.m. Intention for Charlie & Eleanor Peters from Frances and
Gerard Taylor.
Wed.. Feb. 28th: Way of the Cross @ 6:30 p.m. Mass @ 7:00 p.m. Intention for
Catherine Mombourquette from Michelle Cotie.
Thurs.. March 1st: Mass @ 7 p.m. Intention for Sophia & Peter Roach from the Roach
Family.
Fri.. March 2nd: Way of the Cross @ 6:30 p.m. Mass @ 7 p.m. Special Intention of
Holy Angels Convent, Sydney.
Ministries
Sat., March 3rd
Second Sunday
of Lent
4pmSheila Pottie Margaret Landry
& Kathleen
BonaPaula Sampson
(T)
Leo SampsonAnna Doupe Sun., March 4th
Second sunday
of Lent
10:30 a.m.Sally Anne
MombourquetteBeth Pottie &
FamilySheila
Mombourquette
(T)
Stephen
SampsonMeghan Martell Sacrament of Reconciliation: Tuesday 6:15-6:45 p.m. Wednesday 6:00-6:30 p.m.
Thursday 6:15-6:45 p.m. Friday 6:00-6:30 p.m. Saturday 3:15-3:45 p.m.
The Sacrament and Reconciliation can be received by request, also.Family Devotions for Lent: "Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be
saved" - Romans 10:13. In this letter to the Christians of Rome, St. Paul is explaining
that Jesus loves us so much that we only have to believe in him and call upon him in
order to be part of his kingdom. Although this is a simple idea, Paul had a hard time
convincing the Romans to believe it. We, too, may think it is too simple, or even "too
good to be true." It is true! If we believe in Jesus with all our hearts, minds and spirits,
he will dwell with us as our Saviour. That is what Lent and Easter are all about. We
Pray - Saving Lord, when I am confused, upset or weak, help me to remember that you
are my Saviour. Relieve my heart of all trouble, and teach me to call on you whenever I
need help. We Act - Whenever you feel troubled, follow St. Paul's advice and call out
the name of the Lord. Simply by saying the name of Jesus, you are cleaning your spirit of
confusion and trouble as Jesus comes to you. At the end of each day, gather as a family
and talk about a moment or two when you called on the name of the Lord.The NET team (National Evangelization Teams) will be in our parish on Tuesday, April
17th to conduct a retreat for FAMILIES. NET Ministries is a traveling retreat ministry
team, based in Ottawa, Ontario. Please pray that our families will more fully experience
the love of God as they attend this retreat. If you are interested in housing a couple of the
NET team members, require more information, and/or would like to pre-register your
family ($20.00 per family-payable at the door; registration deadline-April 1st), please
contact Carolyn Cook or email carolyn.cook@seaside.ns.caConfirmation Class: The next confirmation class will be held on Sunday, February
25th at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Center. Candidates are asked to think about who
they would like to be their sponsor. A sponsor is any Catholic who has received the
sacrament of confirmation and practices his/her faith. Fr. Barrett must have the name of
your sponsor by or on March 4th. There will be a meeting for candidates, parents and
sponsors on Sunday, March 4th at 630 p.m. in the Church. Confirmation is scheduled for
Thursday, April 26th at 7 p.m. All candidates are expected to attend a retreat before their confirmation. The NET retreat for FAMILIES is a wonderful opportunity.FIRST CONFESSION: There will be a meeting for parents of children making their
First Confession on Wednesday, March 7th at 7:30 p.m. in the Church. First Confession
will take place on Wednesday, March 21st at 7:00 p.m. in the Church.
MASS TIME CHANGE: Saturday Mass will resume at 7 p.m. on March 24th.CHILDREN HELPING CHILDREN: In belonging to the Holy Childhood Association,
our children have promised 1) to pray for 2) to learn about and 3) to share with children
in need. On the First Sunday of Lent, Feb. 25, they will again be given the little green
HCA boxes so they may share what they have with children in India. They may add to
the boxes until Good Friday, April 6, at which time they are asked to return them to the
church.45's Card Game: Saturday evening 7 p.m. at the L'Ardoise Community Center. Prizes
for 1st & 2nd along with half & half tickets, Toonie jar - 1st - $1,000 and the 2nd is
$602.00+. Admission is $7.00. Come and enjoy!!!L'Ardoise Fire Department would like to thank everyone who attended our medal
ceremonies on Sunday, February 18/07. A special thank you to our counselor, Steve
Sampson for organizing our event, and for making the presentation of medals to our
members. Thanks to Richmond County Council for sponsoring the event.Building Committee: We are forming a committee to look at the future of our buildings.
It is our hope that by asking a lot of "What if?" questions, we will be able to make
recommendations to the Diocese. In other words, we will have a say in our future as
opposed to having the decisions made for us from afar. Thus far, there are five members
on the committee: Ken Pottie and Scott Mombourquette (Finance Committee), Paula
Sampson and Kathleen Bona (Parish Pastoral Council), and Fr. Barrett. We are looking
for two more members at large. If anyone who has an interest or experience with real
estate, participation in the committee would be greatly appreciated, If interested, please
call Scott Mombourquette. Thank you.BENEFIT AND AUCTION at the L'Ardoise Legion, Saturday, March 3rd, 2:00 p.m. to 7
p.m. in aid of Carl Sampson. Carl has undergone many surgeries and is unable to work.
Meals available. Come and support a worthy cause.Winter Fest Family Skating Party - Enjoy free skating, snacks, refreshments &
prizes. Sunday, March 4, 2:00 - 4:30 p.m. at the Richmond Arena, Louisdale. Sponsored
by Richmond Recreation and the Richmond Arena Association.WORLD DAY OF PRAYER: Sun., March 4 @ 2 p.m. in Immaculate Conception
Church, Barra Head.Invitation: We would like to extend an invitation to anyone who would like to join the
Sunday morning choir. Some of you sing from your seats, so why not join the group! If
interested, please contact Shelia Pottie or Jean Pottie."Since Women for Change (a
DEVELOPMENT and PEACE
partner) came to our area, I
understand better our
right to basic needs such as
clean and safe drinking
water."
The words of Emily, a 47 year old
mother of eight children, who was
empowered by Women for Change
to demand her rights and the rights
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