Video Series - Discernment of Spirits with Father Tim Gallagher OMV ; Part 5

This week in our on-going video series with Father Tim, we move from the Second rule of discernment to the Third. We have looked at those things which draw us away from life in Christ and how the Spirit will move to bring us back through those nagging, twinges of conscience that are attempts to get our attention.This week, we examine the experience of growing positively in faith and prayer and how temptation can seep in, and we can find ourselves doubting experiences of God and growth in the Christian life using examples from St. Therese of Lisieux and Russian philosopher Raissa Marita...

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Intercessory Prayers - February 19/20, 2011

  PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME FEBRUARY 20, 2011     Let us pray for the Church and its leaders, called to stand in solidarity with victims of oppression and abuse, We pray to you Lord, RESPONSE: Lord, hear our prayer.   Let us pray for all families, that this Family Day weekend may provide opportunities to enrich their relationships through shared activity and prayer, We pray to you Lord, RESPONSE: Lord, hear our prayer.   Let us pray for those who are travelling this holiday weekend. That God will protect them, so that they may return happy and safe, renewed in both body and spirit. We pray to you, Lord, RESPONSE: Lord, hear our prayer.   Let us pray for ...

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Video Series - Discernment of Spirits with Father Tim Gallagher OMV ; Part 4

During the course of this series, Father Gallagher will look at the 14 Ignatian rules for discernment of spirits. Through his real-life examples, the rules come alive for the panel on each show and for you at home. Join in this wonderful retreat experience and learn how to become more attuned to the spiritual life.This week, Father Tim looks at those times when we find ourselves turned so quickly from a zealous and passionate experience of faith, perhaps in prayer, at Mass or on retreat, to distraction or dryness in faith to the point where we begin to doubt such zeal or passion in faith ever really existed at a...

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MOVIE NIGHT at the next Youth Group meeting

Next Youth Group meeting is a movie night! Popcorn and pop provided.***Friday, February 25, from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm, 293 Lockwood Road (the OReilly house). Everyone in Grade 7 plus is welcome and it's FREE.   For more information contact Pierre or Laura O'Reilly at 584-4140 or pierrelaura@oreillyclan.c...

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Shrove Tuesday

Christ the King ParishShrove TuesdayTuesday March 8, 20115:00 p.m.Pancake Supper6:45 p.m.Palm Burning Ceremony7:00 p.m.MassCome join us as we celebrate Shrove Tuesday!Cost: Free Will Offer...

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Bread of Life; On The Sacred Scriptures and Preaching at Mass – Father Antony's Homily Notes From January 23, 2011 - The Third Sunday In Ordinary Time

The following are excerpts from Father Antony's Homily on the great value and importance of the Word of God we share each Mass and the pastor's homily which helps us to truly experience that Word, apply it to our daily lives, and enjoy the good fruits and spiritual nourishment it promises;There is often a misunderstanding regarding listening to the Sacred Scriptures and the priest's Homily at Mass.These two vital aspects of the Word of God are not primarily a communication, it includes communication as a means to pass on a particular message, but it's primary focus is to help us to be filled and renewed by the gift of the Holy Spirit.Sometimes...

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