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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Druga Niedziela Zwykła /Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

TODAY’S MASS INTENTION (9:30am Mass) is for Bernice Ratushny

Ushers for collection today: Robert Melski Sr., Robert Melski Jr.

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NASTĘPNY TYDZIEŃ / THE WEEK AHEAD

Wednesday, January 22, 6:30pm The Mass intention is for Edmund Ratushny. Praying of the Rosary will precede the Mass. Novena to Our Lady of  Częstochowa will follow the Mass.

Sunday, January 26, 9:30am The Mass intention is for Dawn Marie Ardelli
Lectors: Anne Marie Campbell, Andrzej Cebula
Eucharistic Minister:
Altar Servers: Kristofer Starzmoski-Wilson, James Clarke, Robbie Melski
Ushers: Joe Gillis, Toni LaRusic
Greeters:
Altar Society designated volunteers for January: Sophie O’Toole, Angela Doiron
Care Committee: to visit or send a card, please call Catherine Tucker (902-567-0146) or Vicki Aucoin (562-7142)

Collection receipts for Sunday, January 12: $ (including: $ general collection, $ monthly, $ flowers, $ votive candles, $ loose, $ fuel, $ Community Kitchen Project, $ 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

PARISH OPŁATEK POTLUCK: This afternoon from 2:00pm to 4:00pm, Polish Village Hall. Please bring a dish if you can. Please feel free to invite family and friends to join us. See you soon!

“JASEŁKA” – MINI POLISH CHRISTMAS PAGEANT: Thanks so much to everyone involved in this informal “pop-up theatre”. It’s been a lot of fun – and a good way to preserve our language and traditions. Looking forward to presenting it at the Opłatek this afternoon

ITEM FOR LOAVES AND FISHES: We would be so grateful to anyone who can bring a non-perishable item(s) for Loaves and Fishes to the Oplatek potluck today

WINTER GOOD FOOD BUS will regularly be at the Polish Village Hall (indoors). Fresh produce at very affordable prices. There will be tables set up inside the Polish Village. Everyone is welcome. Next Food Bus visit is Saturday, February 1, 1:00pm to 2:30pm

THE COMMUNITY KITCHEN: Every Wednesday, 11:30am to 1:00pm at our church. Free (or donate what you can) wholesome meals in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Everyone is welcome. Many thanks to all donors and sponsors

LUNCH AFTER MASS / BLESSING OF CANDLES: Sunday, February 2. Blessing of candles is in keeping of the Polish tradition for Matki Bozej Gromnicznej (Candlemas Day). Like last year, we will have some additional candles that will be available (free will offering), with proceeds to support the Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace (relief work, assistance to people recovering from natural disasters)

CHURCHES AND SOCIAL JUSTICE  (KAIROS):  working together to address needs in our community and world, inspired by the Gospel message. Gathering in our church (potluck) will take place on tomorrow, Monday, January 20, at 6:30pm in our Sala 1050. People from various area churches will be together. Everyone is welcome. At this gathering, author Silver Donald Cameron will be our guest. We will discuss churches and protecting God’s creation/the environment, as well as the role of churches in assisting isolated seniors

WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY: The theme this year is “They showed us unsusual kindness” (Acts 2). We will reflect on this tomorrow evening (6:30pm) at the KAIROS gathering in our church (Sala 1050).

PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY (this week being the week when Christians of all denominations reflect on overcoming their distances). The resources this year have been prepared by the Christian churches of Malta. The preamble reads:“Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, we pray for unity among Christians and reconciliation in the world. Divisions among Christians have existed for many centuries. This causes great pain and is contrary to God’s will. We believe in the power of prayer. Together with Christians all over the world, we offer our prayers as we seek to overcome separation.”

TRANSLATION OF TODAY’S SECOND READING FROM PAUL’S LETTER TO THE CORINTHIANS: Paul, called to be an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Sosthenes our brother, to the church of God that is in Corinth, to you who have been sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be holy, with all those everywhere who call upon the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, their Lord and ours. Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

"The Lord has so much compassion, He involves Himself in our problems. Let us often repeat this simple prayer: Lord, I am a sinner, have mercy on me, have compassion for me” --A message on Twitter from Pope Francis

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.

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: 9:30am Mass
Entrance: Kiedy Ranne(The Morning Hymn)
Psalm:
Offertory: Wesoła nowina (Joyous News)
Communion: Daj Mi Jezusa (Grant Me Jesus)
Post-Communion: Lulajże, Jezuniu (Lullaby to Jesus)
Recessional: Ciebie Boże Chwalimy (Holy God We Praise Thy Name)