For October 5, 2024:
* For the Mass Intentions / Tabernacle Lamp Offerings, scroll down to the Liturgy Schedule
*** PLEASE NOTE ***
In light of our 20th Anniversary Gala this evening, the Parish Office will close at 1:00 p.m. and there is
NO 4:30pm Mass (Saturday, October 5th).
Please join us at the 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Sunday Liturgy.
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WISH TO BECOME MEMBERS OF ST. GIANNA’S PARISH?
Thank you to all who participated in our recent information session. We look forward to welcoming you as members of our parish community!
If you wish to become a parishioner of St. Gianna’s, please attend the next New Parishioners Information Session by signing-up to join using the link below.
Date: To Be Determined
click: New Parishioners Information Session – Sign Up
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For Sunday, September 28/29, 2024
Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
First Reading:
Genesis 2.7ab, 15, 18-24
Responsorial Psalm 128
“May the Lord bless us all the days of our lives.”
Second Reading:
Hebrews 2.9-11
Gospel:
Mark 10.2-16
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CELEBRATING 20 YEARS AS A PARISH!
Our parish community celebrates its 20th Anniversary this weekend!
Please join us this Sunday at the 11:00 a.m. Liturgy, as our special guest, Dr. Gianna Emanuela Molla, the daughter of our patroness Saint Gianna, will be with us making our festivities complete.
A light reception will follow in the Narthex.
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Niche Flower for All Souls’ Day
Living Waters Columbarium
This year, we are featuring once again, an Orchid for the Solemnity of All Souls’ Day and throughout the month of November. The Orchid will be prayerfully placed on the niche door of your beloved dead on the morning of November 1st.
Orchids are often seen as a sign of purity and innocence. They are given as a symbol of respect and reverence, and convey a message of hope and new beginnings.
The Solemnity of the All Souls’ Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. This is a wonderful opportunity to visit your beloved dead’s place of entombment, to pray and to remember.
The Orchid niche flower is $30.00 and orders must be received by end of day October 24th, 2024. Orders may be placed using the button link below or by contacting Donna during office hours at 204-488-3977.
click: Order a Niche Flower for All Souls’ Day
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FAMILY FAITH FORMATION & SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION
Starting Soon, Register Today!
This fall, we will once again begin our catechetical process for registered parishioners with children in grades 1 and higher. Baptized children who are in grade 2 or higher may prepare for the Sacrament of First Eucharist (Year 1 – Level 2), and First Reconciliation (Year 2 – Level 3).
For more information, please contact Rachel at [email protected]
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS – DRAW PRIZE WINNER!
Congratulations to Larry Rehaluk, who was the draw winner this past Sunday with the $200.00 prize in grocery cards!
Please visit the Knights table for details on how to enter the next draw.
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CATECHUMENATE – R.C.I.A.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
The process for preparing non-Christian adults for Baptism, Confirmation and the reception of Holy Eucharist will once again, be offered this fall at St. Gianna’s Parish. If you or someone you know is desiring to become a Christian in the Catholic tradition, please click on the button link below and complete our online form.
click: Online Sign-up Form
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NUPTIAL CELEBRATION
Last Saturday, Jeremy & Serena were united in the Sacrament of Marriage. May we continue to pray for this couple who reveal to us God’s dynamic love in our world, and for all who live the marriage covenant.
Parishioners interested in the celebration of Sacraments should contact the parish office at [email protected]
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ST. GIANNA’S HARVEST Community Garden Update
Last weekend, almost 20 pounds of fresh vegetables were collected from participants ‘growing-a-row’ at home or harvested from our community garden.
The fresh produce included carrots, peppers and tomatoes, which were delivered to the Bruce Oake Recovery Centre earlier this week.
Thank you for ‘being a part of something great!’
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CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD Pre-School to Kindergarten Faith Formation
Now Accepting applications for Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: Pre-School to Kindergarten. For more information, please contact our Family Faith Formation Coordinator, Rachel Suarez-Banmann at [email protected]
click: Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
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AN EXCURSION TO THE PHILIPPINES – Only 4 Spot Remaining!
16 Days/15 Nights: February 1-18, 2025
Manila, Coron, El Nido, Bohol, Cebu and Boracay.
Join Fr. Geoffrey Angeles and Fr. Darrin Gurr in this unique opportunity to explore the beautiful islands of the Philippines and to learn of the rich history, culture, and faith tradition of the Filipino people.
This small group excursion is approximately $6,000 per person based on double occupancy. (Single occupancy options are also available). Package price includes air travel from Winnipeg to the Philippines.
To learn more about this opportunity, please use the button link below and our travel representative will provide additional information.
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ST. GIANNA’S BOOK CLUB
Our fall Book Club selection is “He Leadeth Me” by Fr. Walter Ciszek. Captured by the Russian army during World War II and convicted of being a “Vatican spy,” Father Ciszek spent twenty-three agonizing years in Soviet prisons and the labour camps of Siberia. Only through an utter reliance on God’s will did he manage to endure the extreme hardship. It is a book to inspire all Christians to greater faith and trust in God—even in their darkest hour.
We will gather together for reflection and fellowship on Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. starting October 16th, 2024, (in person) for 10 weeks.
Please contact Rachel at [email protected] for more information and to register.
Paperback and Kindle copies are available on amazon.ca
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NATHANAEL: ADULT FAITH FORMATION EXPERIENCE
Now accepting applications!
click: Visit the Nathanael website for more information
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WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
Non-Residential Weekend Experience
Rekindle Your Love. Renew your Commitment. Unlock the power of your relationship with new ways to do the “I do.”
When: October 18th (Friday 7pm) to October 20th (Sunday 4:00 p.m.)
Where: St. Ignatius Spiritual Education Centre, 925 Jessie Ave., Winnipeg.
Contact: [email protected] or [email protected]
Live your Best Life in Love. The Marriage Encounter experience helps you listen, share, and connect more deeply. There’s no group discussion. It’s just about the two of you learning to be the best, most loving, and thriving couple you can be.
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THE TABERNACLE LAMP
Every Saturday, a new candle in each of the two Tabernacle Lamps are lit and burn for a seven day period, and can be offered up in memory of a loved one or as a part of an intercessory prayer for a special need.
click: Offer a Tabernacle Candle
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STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE RENEWAL
Enhanced Financial Support for 2024
Registered Parishioners who would like to make an enhanced gift towards their Weekly Sunday Offering (on pre-authorized remittance), can use the button link for the online form found in the recent parish flocknote communication, or contact the parish office directly to provide written authorization: [email protected]
LEGACY DONATIONS
If any one wishes to contribute $13 million (or part of) toward the mortgage, please know that your gift will be very much appreciated as a legacy gift for future generations to benefit from.
Please take time to remember St. Gianna’s Parish in your Will.
Thank you for ‘Being a Part of Something Great!’
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LITURGY SCHEDULE FOR THE COMING WEEK
Tabernacle Lamp Intentions October 5-October 11, 2024:
1. For the Repose of the Soul of Sooneui Song,
Requested by Hye Joong Kim
2. In Thanksgiving as we celebrate 20 years as a parish community,
Requested by Fr. Darrin
Tabernacle Lamp Intentions October 12-October 18, 2024:
1. This Candle is Available
2. This Candle is Available
* If you wish to offer a Tabernacle Candle, see announcement above.
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Saturday, October 5 – Twenty Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
NO Mass
Sunday, October 6 – Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
9:00 AM Liturgy
For the Intentions of Tish O’Keefe,
Requested by Adel McCallan
11:00 AM Liturgy
For All Parishioners,
Requested by Fr. Darrin
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Clergy Study Days
NO Weekday Liturgies October 7-11
Fr. Darrin will join the priests in the Archdiocese of Winnipeg for their annual
Clergy Study Week held at Elkhorn Resort and Conference Centre.
There will be No Weekday Liturgies at St. Gianna’s this week, including No Tuesday Novena Mass.
The following Mass Intentions will be offered at the Liturgies during the Study Week:
Tuesday, October 8:
For the Repose of the Soul of Emmanuel Pabico, Requested by Adele Pedrosa
Wednesday. October 9:
For the Intentions of The Averia Family, Requested by Maria Lourdes Averia
Thursday, October 10:
For the Intentions of S.H., Requested by DaiQuang & Emelour Nguyen
Friday, October 11:
For the Repose of the Soul of Michael McCallan, Requested by Adel McCallan
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OFFICE HOURS
*** Our Office is CLOSED Saturday, October 12th, 2024, for the October long weekend ***
(Doors will open at 3:30 p.m. as usual for the Saturday 4:30 p.m. Liturgy)
Tuesday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Columbarium Visiting Hours
Please consult the Columbarium website for Office and Visiting Hours
click: Visiting Hours
In the event of a hospital emergency or the death of a loved one, please call the parish office at 204-488-3977, follow the prompts, choose ‘3‘ and please leave a voice message.
For columbarium needs, please call Living Waters Columbarium at 204-488-3977 during office hours.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to make our way through these challenging days.
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Thank you for your continued support to me as your pastor and to the mission and ministry we do at St. Gianna’s, as we live through these days of pandemic. Your ongoing participation in our liturgies, continued financial support and desired membership is such an affirmative and visual witness.
– Fr. Darrin
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Dear Parishioners,
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– St. Gianna’s Pastoral Team