Parafia p.w. Narodzenia Najświętszej Maryi Panny
ST. MARY’S POLISH PARISH
21 Wesley St., Sydney, NS, B1N 2M5
Tel.: (902) 564-4847
www.stmaryspolishparish.ca
Witamy wszystkich! Welcome to all!
St. Mary’s Polish Church is a heritage landmark designated by the Province of Nova Scotia
We are pleased to share our faith and rich traditions with the whole community.
Established in 1913. Church rebuilt in 2015-2016. Our second century of faith and service

PROBOSZCZ/PASTOR:  Father Dennis Lamey 902-564-4222; sttheresasydney@gmail.com

MSZY/MASSES: Sunday at 9:30am, Wednesday at 6:30pm
Novena to Our Lady of Częstochowa following the Wednesday evening Mass

SPOWIEDŹ:  Godzina do uzgodnienia z księdzem.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Anytime upon request to the priest.

SAKRAMENT CHRZTU ŚWIĘTEGO:  Prosimy o kontakt z księdzem conajmniej na 1 miesiąc przed planowaną datę.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Please contact the priest at least one month in advance.

SAKRAMENT MAŁZEŃSTWA:   Zapowiedzi powinny być ogłoszone conajmniej na 6 miesięcy przed planowaną datę.
SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Intentions must be announced at least six months in advance.

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Siedemnasta Niedziela Zwykła / Seventeenth Sunday of Ordinary Time

TODAY’S MASS INTENTION (9:30 am Mass) is for Helen Glasgow offered by Anne Marie Campbell

Eucharistic Minister for today:
Ushers for collection today: Robert Melski Sr., Joe Gillis

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NASTĘPNY TYDZIEŃ / THE WEEK AHEAD

Wednesday, July 31, 6:30pm The Mass intention will be for Stella Paruch. Novena to Our Lady of Częstochowa will follow the Mass (Fr. Rich Philiposki will be visiting and will be the Mass celebrant on Wednesday as well as next Sunday)

Sunday, August 4, 9:30am: The Mass intention will be for Ryan Gillis offered by Anne Marie Campbell
Lectors: Anna Wesołkowska, Tom Urbaniak
Eucharistic Minister:
Altar Servers: Robbie Melski, James Clarke, Frankie Chislett
Ushers: Tony Gniewek, Robert Melski Jr.
Greeters: Toni LaRusic, Jancia MacCormack
Altar Society designated volunteers for August: Delores Starzomski, Tom Urbaniak (Krista Ann Starzomski will replace Tom from Aug. 11 to 25)
Property Committee designated member for the coming week:
Care Committee: to visit or send a card, please call Catherine Tucker (902-567-0146) or Vicki Aucoin (562-7142)

Collection receipts for Sunday, July 21: $811.00 (broken down as follows: $ general collection, $ monthly, $ flowers, $ votive candles, $ loose, $ Community Kitchen Project, $200.00 building fund). Thank you very much for your generous support of St. Mary's Polish Parish. Dziekujemy bardzo.

MASS INTENTIONS / VIGIL CANDLE: To reserve Mass Intentions / Vigil Candle, please contact Fr. Dennis directly at 902-564-4222 or speak with him before Mass. (There is no fee for Mass intentions.)

IN MEMORIAM DONATION: In Memoriam donations will be acknowledged in the bulletin. Building Fund contributions will go toward the new church. To contribute to the Rebuilding Fund, if you do not have an envelope, you can write on your regular envelope or cheque “Designated to the Rebuilding of St. Mary’s Polish Church.”

 

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OGŁOSZENIA / ANNOUNCEMENTS

RECENT IMO (IN MEMORY OF) CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE BUILDING FUND:
IMO Walter and Priscilla Wojcik from David and Corrine Wojcik Morrison

POGORIA POLISH FOLK ENSEMBLE: Rehearsal after Mass today in Sala 1050.

SUMMARY OF A NOTE FROM THE DIOCESE: Bishop Dunn has now been officially installed as Coadjutor Archbishop of Halifax-Yarmouth.   He continues as Administrator of the Diocese of Antigonish until a successor bishop is appointed, likely before the end of the year. He is transitioning gradually to his new duties for the Archdiocese of Halifax- Yarmouth.

“SEARCHING FOR POLISH CAPE BRETON” – POP-UP MUSEUM THIS SEPTEMBER: The St. Michael’s Polish Benefit Society board has decided to make this a separate event from the anniversary supper, as there has been considerable interest. In addition, a group of CBU students will be working with us in the fall. We will designate a November date shortly.

110th ANNIVERSARY SUPPER FOR ST. MICHAEL’S POLISH BENEFIT SOCIETY: Please reserve the evening of September 14. Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased from Tom Urbaniak after Mass.

LUNCH / CONVERSATION ABOUT THE POLISH COMMUNITY OF GLACE BAY: On Tuesday, there will be an informal lunch (no charge) and conversation with Fran McKenzie (nee Lasouski) at the Glace Bay Heritage Museum at 11:30am. If you would like to be part of it, please RSVP to 902-563-1226.

COMMUNITY KITCHEN: (Wednesday weekly meals): In the first six months of this year, 3,564 meals were served! Thanks to your generous donations, the service is able so far to cover its costs for food, supplies, and some additional equipment. Sincere thanks to volunteers and donors. The Community Kitchen will resume on September 18.

THE POLISH CAPE BRETONERS COLOURING BOOK: Copies ($10) are for sale at the back of the church. If you purchase a copy, please write your name on the sheet to help us keep track of inventory. Many thanks.

A WARM WELCOME TO VISITORS: Please know that you are always welcome here and we would be delighted to give you a tour. Please take a moment to sign the guest book at the back of the church.

ASSIGNMENTS IN VARIOUS MINISTRIES FOR AUGUST 2019:
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: Please refer to the list provided by Marilyn Gillis

LECTORS:
August 4: Anna Wesołkowska, Tom Urbaniak
August 11: Krista Ann Starzomski, Edmund Rudiuk
August 18: Stephanie Black, Andrzej Cebula
August 25: Anne Marie Campbell, Kristofer Starzomski-Wilson

USHERS:
August 4: Tony Gniewek, Robert Melski Jr.
August 11: Larry Gniewek, Robert Melski Sr.
August 18: Bernie LaRusic,Toni LaRusic
August 25: Joe Gillis, Larry Gniewek.

GREETERS: Please refer to the list provided by Marjorie Ardelli and Carolyn Kiley

TRANSLATION OF TODAY’S SECOND READING FROM PAUL’S LETTER TO THE COLOSSIANS: Brothers and sisters: You were buried with him in baptism, in which you were also raised with him through faith in the power of God, who raised him from the dead.   And even when you were dead in transgressions and the uncircumcision of your flesh,
he brought you to life along with him, having forgiven us all our transgressions; obliterating the bond against us, with its legal claims, which was opposed to us, he also removed it from our midst, nailing it to the cross

 “Witness is born from the encounter with the living Jesus. Saint Mary Magdalene, Apostle of Hope, pray for us!” --A recent message from Pope Francis on Twitter

PARISH CARE GROUP: Please advise of anyone to whom we should reach out with prayers, a note, call, wishes, etc. Please call Vicky Aucoin (562-7142) or Catherine Tucker (567-0146).

PHOTOGRAPHS OF PARISH EVENTS: Vicky Aucoin has been compiling parish scrapbooks. As parish events happen, she’d be really grateful if you could share your photos! Vicky’s telephone number is 562-7142.

PARISH PROPERTY WORKING GROUP: Would you be able to help with property work a couple of hours every few weeks (rotation)? Please speak with John Morykot (jmorykot@eastlink.ca)

IN MEMORIAM / BUILDING FUND ENVELOPES / REBUILDING FUND ENVELOPES are at the back of the church. Many thanks for your support.

TO CONTRIBUTE ON-LINE TO OUR REBUILDING, PLEASE GO TO OUR PARISH WEB HOME PAGE (www.stmaryspolishparish.ca) and please click the link to our Canada Helps donation page. It’s a secure system and you’ll receive your charitable tax receipt promptly. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word.

REBUILDING FUND CONTRIBUTIONS: Building Fund contributions will go toward the new church. To contribute to the rebuilding if you do not have an envelope, you can also write on your regular envelope or cheque “Designated to the Rebuilding of St. Mary’s Polish Church.”.Donations can also be made by regular mail: St. Mary's Polish Parish 21 Wesley St. , Sydney, N.S. B1N 2M5. Thank you so much for your support.

THE RENOVATED AND REFURBISHED POLISH VILLAGE HALL is a comfortable, well appointed, modernized venue for events large and small. Please consider renting the hall for your events.The beautifully renovated downstairs is now available again for rentals for holiday parties or other occasions Please call 564-8494

Życzenia na błogosławionego tygodnia / Wishing you a blessed week!

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TODAY'S HYMNS: 9:30 am Mass
Entrance: Witaj Jutrzenko (Greetings to the Dawn)
Psalm:
Offertory: Pod Twą obronę (For Thy Protection)
Communion: Pan Jezus już się zbliża (The Lord Jesus is Near)
Post-Communion: Zróbcie mu miejsce (Make Room for Him)
Recessional: Ciebie Boże chwalimy (Holy God We Praise Thy Name)