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 Rich Philiposki is currently NOT in residence (seasonal) as pastor. Contact info: rphiliposki@aol.com 702-881-3674 (cell)
-During Father Rich’s extended times outside the region, Father Evo DiPierro will serve as Administrator: dipierro@dal.ca 902-564-4222

MSZY/MASSES: PLEASE NOTE: Public health continues to strongly recommend wearing masks in congregate settings

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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Pierwsza Niedziela Wielkiego Postu / First Sunday of Lent

CZYTANIA / READINGS:
Pierwsze czytanie / First Reading: Rdz /Gen. 2,7–9;3,1–7
Psalm: 51
Drugie czytanie / Second Reading: Rz/Romans 5,12–19
Ewangelia / Gospel: Mt 4,1–11
RESPONSORIAL PSALM: Zmiłuj się, Panie, bo jesteśmy grzeszni / Be merciful, O Lord, for we have sinned

MASS INTENTION FOR TODAY 9:30am: For the soul of Edward Mrazek offered by Mike and Juanita Morykot
MASS INTENTION FOR WEDNESDAY 6:30pm (preceded by Rosary and followed by Novena to Our Lady of Częstochowa): For the soul of Steve Melnick

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OGŁOSZENIA / ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE KAIROS GATHERING: Tomorrow, Monday, February 27, 6:30pm, gathering and simple potluck in our church with representatives from other churches (KAIROS network) to discuss the housing situation in our community and what churches are doing or could be doing. Please join us if you can. (This was postponed from Feb.13 due to the snowstorm.)

STO LAT! Warmest birthday wishes to Shauna McKay! Wszystkiego dobrego, Shauna! Bόg zapłać!

GRATULACJE: Congratulations to Kevin Gniewek on his two new grandsons in Alberta! Wishing them and the whole family many blessings!

NEXT SUNDAY LUNCH AFTER MASS: Everyone is welcome. There is no charge. A kind request to fellow parishioners with surnames starting with M to Z to consider bringing a dish (eg. sweets, sandwiches) to share, if you can. Many thanks!

“KAZIUKI” GINGERBREAD HEARTS NEXT SUNDAY: In keeping with a beautiful tradition in some of the Polish and Lithuanian regions for St. Casimir’s Day (March 4) we are hoping to have some kaziuki gingerbread hearts to give to everyone next Sunday! They’re a symbol of friendship, hospitality, and blessing. They also represent a “short break” from the fasting of Lent. Next week’s bulletin will have more on the significance of St. Casimir and his faithfulness and good works in the Polish and Lithuanian traditions.

SUMMER SCHOOL IN WAŁBRZYCH, POLAND – OUR SISTER CITY: Offered by CBU for five weeks starting June 12. For credit, in English. Two courses team taught by CBU and Angelus Silesius University faculty. Interesting field work in the city and meetings with community leaders. We will study twin cities and community development in cities where industries have closed. There are bursaries to cover travel and accommodation costs (based on need). If you know any CBU students, please make them aware of this unique opportunity. Non-CBU students may be accepted as well as a “continuing education” offering. For more information, please speak with Tom Urbaniak (tom_urbaniak@cbu.ca).

ALTAR SOCIETY: A draft schedule for the next six months was e-mailed on Saturday. If you have not received it, please speak with Tom Urbaniak. Thanks!

LOOKING AHEAD TO MAY 3rd: We’re pleased to share that on Wednesday, May 3, the St. Michael’s Polish Benefit Society, in collaboration with the Atlantic Canada District of the Canadian Polish Congress, will be hosting an on-line lecture (on Zoom) with the author Sophie Hodorowicz Knab. She has written several beautiful books in English about Polish traditions, folklore, cooking, and more. Actually, some of her books are already in the homes of Polish Cape Bretoners. Her latest book is about Polish roadside shrines. A list of Sophie’s books can be found here: www.sophieknab.com/my-books.html. This lecture will be dedicated to the grateful memory of Steve Melnick.

VEHICLE PLATES: Cape Breton Polonia and Nova Scotia Polonia front vehicle plates are still available at the back of the church. $25.00 each

FUND-RAISING FOR UKRAINIAN HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE: We are using all the funds raised to support three charities that are directly helping refugees and displaced people either within Ukraine itself or who have fled to Poland. Our largest chunk of support has been going to our sister city Wałbrzych’s Ukrainian refugee assistance fund (via the CBRM). We are also supporting Caritas efforts on the ground (via the Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace) and the Catholic Near East Welfare Association. We have special envelopes (marked “Ukrainian Humanitarian Assistance”) at the back of the church if you are considering making a contribution. Thank you for your support!

FOOD CUPBOARD: Please consider bringing a non-perishable food or personal care item (e.g. shampoo, soap, toilet paper) to church when you come to Mass. These items will help stock our food cupboard outside the Polish Village Hall. There is a significant need in our community. Thank you for any help.

OUR POLISH-THEMED RADIO SEGMENTS: The Coast Radio 89.7 (weekdays at 3:50pm and 7:50pm or any time at coastalradio.ca). This coming week's topic will be the “Kaziuki” tradition for St. Casimir’s Day (March 4). Thank you to Lindsay Uhma for lending her voice to this segment. This segment is dedicated in appreciation to Joan’s Whitney Pier Market for all that Joan and her staff do for the Pier.
We’re always looking for sponsors and volunteers. It’s $100 for a whole week. Sponsors are recognized on air – and any dedications, too (eg. if you’re sponsoring as a memorial or as a birthday or anniversary gift). The Coast is generously redirecting the sponsorships back to the St. Michael’s Polish Benefit Society (which produces the segments), which has been a big help to the Society. If you think you might like to sponsor a week, please e-mail tom_urbaniak@cbu.ca or call 563-1226. Many thanks!

PUBLIC HEALTH PROTOCOLS – MASKS ARE STILL STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. Thanks for all your kindness, patience, and co-operation through the pandemic.

COLLECTION FOR FEBRUARY 19: $804.25, including $10.00 for the Building Fund. Thank you for your generosity. Bόg zapłać!

RECENT IMO (IN MEMORY OF) CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE BUILDING FUND:
IMO Sheila MacCormick from Terry Wojick

THANKS VERY KINDLY FOR YOUR DONATIONS TO OUR PARISH : Thank you for your generosity to carry on the work of our parish and maintain our beautiful sacred space. Bόg zapłać! Please feel free to use the mail: St. Mary’s Polish Parish, 21 Wesley St., Sydney, NS, B1N 2M5. Donations can also be made securely on-line at Canada Helps (which will email you an instant tax receipt):   https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/st-marys-polish-parish/. (link to this site is provided on our parish website homepage). Thanks for your support!

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PIEŚNI / HYMNS:

Entrance: Zdrowaś Maryjo Bogarodzico (A Hymn to Mary, Mother of God)
Zdrowaś Maryjo Bogarodzico,/ Błagamy Ciebie, święta Dziewico:
Niech łaska Twoja zawsze nam sprzyja,/ Módl się za nami, zdrowaś Maryja!

Offertory: Ach Mój Jezu (O My Jesus)
Ach mój Jezu, jak Ty klęczysz / W Ogrojcu zakrwawiony!/ Tam Cię Anioł z w smutku cieszył,/ Skąd był świat pocieszony.
Ref.: Przyjdź, mój Jezu,/ Przyjdź mój Jezu, pociesz mnie!/ Bo Cię kocham serdecznie.

Communion: Dobry Jezu Racz Wysłuchać (Hear Us, Dear Jesus) – choir

Post-Communion: Krzyżu Chrystusa (The Cross of Christ)
1. Krzyżu Chrystusa, bądźże pochwalony, / na wieczne czasy bądźże pozdrowiony! Gdzie Bóg, Król świata całego / dokonał życia swojego.
2. Krzyżu Chrystusa, bądźże pochwalony,/ na wieczne czasy bądźże pozdrowiony! Ta sama Krew Cię skropiła,/ która nas z grzechów obmyła.

Recessional: Któryś za nas cierpiał rany (You who suffered, wounded, for us – Lord Jesus, have mercy on us)
Któryś za nas cierpiał rany, Jezu Chryste, zmiłuj się nad nami (sung three times)

Życzymy błogosławionego tygodnia / Wishing you a blessed week!