FROM THE PASTOR’S PEN for Sunday, July 25^th, 2021

Dear Parishioners and Friends of North Central Windsor Catholic Family of Parishes!

Good News!

North Central Windsor Catholic Family of Parishes will be returning to their regular on-line Family of Parishes Bulletin the weekend of August 7^th and 8^th. Please stay tuned to see the new look with all the information needed for all the parishioners to read.
 
With the recent announcement by the Government of Ontario that we move to Step 3 of the Roadmap to Reopen, our Diocesan protocols have been revised accordingly.

For North Central Windsor Catholic Family of Parishes:

a) The Office for the Family of Parishes will re-opened Tuesday, July 20^th!

Office Hours  
Tuesday – Friday 9 a.m. – 12 noon & 12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.  
Office Closed on Monday’s.

Please note: It is very important to remember that we are still in a pandemic and that requirements for physical distancing, using masks, and maintaining sanitation practices have not been removed or lessened.  
Once you enter the office doors you are asked to sanitize your hands, and sign in at the entrance to the office while wearing a mask. Thank you.  
   
b) Saturday Confessions return Saturday August 1^st every Saturday from 11 a.m. – 12 noon at Most Precious Blood. In the event of a funeral confessions will be cancelled and notification will be put up on the doors of the church

c) Overflow from Church reservations from MPB will be allowed to use the hall if wanted.

d)Overflow from Church reservations from OLOG will be allowed to use the hall ONCE THE PROPER TRAINING FOR VOLUNTEERS (On Live streaming) HAS TAKEN PLACE. We will let you know as soon as this is completed. Once completed overflow from the Church will be allowed to view the Mass in the new hall.  
I will keep everyone informed as we move forward on this Step 3 of the Roadmap to Reopen.  
 
Both Father Pedro and Father Vargees are now in their new offices!  
There offices are at Most Precious Blood Church. In order to get in touch with either of them please do not hesitate to call them.  
Father Pedro – 519-948-4133 ext. 224 .Father Vargees – 519-948-4133 ext. 223  
The transition of our two new priests’ has been a smooth one and they are both very happy to be with us.

From the Desk of Christine Coyle  
a)Hey parents of kids ages 9-12/13 years of age! Are you looking for something to get the kids out of the house and off electronics.? to meet up with other kids and have some fun in a safe and faith-filled environment? Why not sign them up for one or all of our Summer Fun Sessions! Here are the dates/ times and themes:  
Paint Night - Tuesday, July 27 from 7-8:30pm  
Beach Night- Tuesday, August 10 from 7-8:30pm  
Mystery Night- Tuesday, August 24 from 7-8:30pm  
Each session is $10. 1/2 of the proceeds will go toward our Indigenous local community organizations. Here is the link with a few more details and the sign-up form https://www.ncwcf.dol.ca/youth-ministry-summer-fun-sessions
 
b) Congratulations to Sarah Julius on being awarded this year's Jeff Martyniuk Scholarship of $2000. Sarah has worked hard throughout her High School career at FJ Brennan and has been heavily involved in Youth Ministry here at the parish the whole time.  
Sarah will be heading to the University of Windsor in the Fall to take Concurrent Education program with psychology and Early Childhood Education where she  will become a teacher!  
Christine Coyle  
Family Life & Faith Coordinator  
North Central Windsor Catholic Family of Parishes  
   
Reminder to all the faithful  
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, in person, takes place Every Thursday at Most Precious Blood Church from 12 noon – 3:00 p.m. All are invited to come and spend some time in prayer and reflection.

Sunday Offertory for July 17^th & 18^th , 2021

Most Precious Blood
Offertory                        $4,052.40
Total Collection              $4,052.40
 
Our Lady of Guadalupe
Offertory                         $1,541.00
Building Fund                $580.00
Plaques                           $118.39
Total Collection              $2,239.39
 
St. Theresa’s
Offertory                         $1,000.25
Total Collection              $1,000.25

San Juan Diego
Offertory                         $531.00
Total Collection              $531.00
 
St. Cyril Methodius
Offertory                         $675.00
Total Collection              $675.00

God Bless you and thank you for your generosity and kindness.  
Father Greg  
 

An Act of Spiritual Communion

My Jesus, 
I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. 
I love You above all things, 
and I desire to receive You into my soul. 
Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, 
come at least spiritually into my heart. 
I embrace You as if You were already there 
and unite myself wholly to You. 
Never permit me to be separated from You.

Amen.