Our faith community dates back to 1886 when we were

originally located on Main Street West and called St. Mary’s of

the Lake and the cornerstone of the existing Cathedral was laid

in 1904. The history of our parish is recorded in the memories

of thousands of people who built our community.

Marriage: Please pick up a Marriage Information Booklet in the Church Vestibule to review prior to contacting the parish office. Anointing the Sick: P lease call the parish office for more information. Reconciliation: Every Saturday from 3:00 until 3:45 PM. Eucharist: Please see mass schedule published in this bulletin. Call the parish office to arrange for a Eucharistic Minister to visit the sick and shut-in who are unable to attend Mass. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: On the First Friday of each month from 10:00 AM until 12:00 noon. Baptism: Please pick up a Baptism Information Booklet in the

Our Parish Mission Statement

We, the members of the Pro-Cathedral

of the Assumption community, believe that we have

been called through Baptism to live the Good News of

Jesus Christ under the patronage of Mary, our Mother.

We accomplish this by proclaiming the Word,

celebrating the Sacraments, & reaching out to others.

The Pro-Cathedral is wheel chair accessible. The entrance to the elevator is on Algonquin Avenue. Please enter the vestibule and ring the bell for an attendant. Service available at all weekend masses. Weekday masses service available 11:30 AM to

12:45 PM. A Hearing Aid System is available for use by the hearing impaired. Please ask an Usher or Sacristan to assist you upon entering the church.

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PERMANENT MINISTERS Deacons Diocesan Order of Women Rev. Mr. Albert Falconi Mrs. Shirley Falconi

Rev. Mr. Donald Shago Mrs. Norma Milligan

Rev. Mr. Rick Hamelin Miss Ruth Godon

Rev. Mr. Gary Westenenk

PASTOR Most Rev. Marcel Damphousse , D. D.

Bishop of Sault Ste. Marie RECTOR ASSISTANT

Msgr. Dave Tramontini Rev. Rex Lumine PASTORAL INTERN

Mr. Chad Franklin, Seminarian St. Peter’s London, ON

IN RESIDENCE Msgr. Normand Clement Chaplain, Nipissing-Parry Sound District Schools

Monday

Tuesday Galatians 5. 1-6; Luke 11. 37-41

Galatians 5. 18-25; Luke 11. 42-46

Thursday 2 Timothy 4. 9-17a; Luke 10. 1-9

Friday Ephesians 1. 11-14; Luke 12. 1-7

Saturday Ephesians 1. 15-23; Luke 12. 8-12

Sunday

Monday 8:30 AM to 12:00 NOON

Tuesday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

In the Book of Wisdom, Solomon sees beyond the beauties and attractions of this world and chooses

the eternal values of wisdom and prudence. In the second reading, we learn of the keen edge of the

word of God. In the Gospel, a rich young man is hampered by his wealth from responding to the call

to follow Jesus. In a secular world, so many people today have a limited perspective, valuing and

pursuing what they see before their eyes and what benefits them in this current life. God calls us, as

followers of Jesus, to take the longer view – to pursue eternal values, trusting that God will also give

us what we need here and now.

14 OCTOBER

2018

28th Sunday

in Ordinary

Monday, 15 October - St. Teresa of Jesus, Virgin/Doctor

In Honour of the Blessed Virgin Mary - Arthur and Lucille Schiavo Intention of Beverly Brown - Robert and Judy Tuesday, 16 October - St. Marguerite D’Youville, Religious

Alice McKee - Keith and Carolyn Cangiano

John Scott Murphy - Rosemary, Daniel, and Thomas Wednesday, 17 October - St. Ignatius of Antioch, Martyr

Devotion to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Shirley Hedican - Mary Lynn and Dale Hall

Intention of Jesse Boudreau - Sue and Aurele Boudreau and Family Thursday, 18 October - St. Luke, Evangelist Glen DeVuono - Bunty and Roy Swanson

Rosalyn Lalande - Joyce Brooks

Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop/Martyr

Carmela Patrizio - Children and Grandchildren

William Piercey - Lila Legault and Wayne McLeod

Saturday, 20 October - 29th Sunday in Ordinary TimeVincenzo Severino - Michelina and Nicola Candeloro

Yvette Hebert - Diane Carmichael and Family

Intention of Kayla LaRiviere - Bernice Davis Sunday, 21 October - 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time 9:00 AM Mitchell Vrebosch - The Vrebosch Family

Yvonne Parisien - Laverne and Simon Hummel

11:00 AM Intention of the Parishioners - Msgr. Dave Tramontini

COLLECTION - 07 OCTOBER

Sunday Offering Building Fund

$5,447.50 $946.70

Our program for children

aged 4-12 years of age

gathers at our 9:00 AM mass

each week. Our focus is to

incorporate a variety of

experiences that appeal to a

young child’s natural sense of wonder about God. This Fall — we welcome your children to

experience the Celebration of God’s Word with

us—especially if they are in our sacramental

preparation programs!

Mass for the Bereaved & The Book of Life On November 2nd, we traditionally celebrate All Souls Day - a way of remembering and celebrating the lives of all those who have died.

This year, our celebration will be held at the

11:00 am mass on Sunday, October 28. Everyone is welcome to attend this mass and we extend a special invitation to those who have lost a loved one in the last year. Each year at this time we also update “The Book of Life,” our parish book that records the names of our deceased loved ones. The names of all those who have died from our parish during the past year (01 November 2017—25 October 2018) are recorded on the front page. For anyone who would like to update their page or add a page for their deceased loved ones, please contact the parish office for direction. All through November, the books will be open on display in the sanctuary. Each Sunday, one of the intentions in the General Intercessions will be for all the faithful departed, especially those whose names are written in these books. The Mass on Sundays will be celebrated for all the deceased recorded in the Book of Life. If you have lost a loved one in the last year call the office or droop us a note through the collection with the name of the deceased and your name and telephone number. All names must be received by Thursday, October 25.

INFANT BAPTISM PREPARATION

A Baptismal Preparation Meeting will

be held in the Lower Sacristy on

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16 beginning at

7:00 PM. Those who wish to register

for this meeting to have their child baptized are

asked to call the parish office by Monday,

October 15.

Baptism Preparation is mandatory by

Diocesan Policy.

OKTOBERFEST

AT THE CATHEDRAL!

Saturday, October 27

6 PM – Parish Hall

VOLNTEERS NEEDED ~ CAN YOU HELP?

We need volunteers for setting up the day before the event and evening of the event.

Call Lisa at 493-4164 or Carol Ann at if you can spare some time.

CHECK OUT OUR BULLETIN INSERT THIS

WEEKEND FOR MORE OKTOBERFEST

NEWS AND TICKET INFORMATION!

D i d w e m e nt i o n

t he f r e e be e r s t e i n?

Catholic Women’s League

Investing in the Future On Sunday, October 7, Shirlene Condie-McVeigh

(left), President Elect of the Pro-Cathedral of the Assumption

Catholic Women’s League of Canada (CWL), presented cheques

in the amount of $400

to Amelia Pierce

(centre left) and Marie

Duffy (centre right) this

year’s CWL Bursary

student recipients at

the Thanksgiving 11

AM Mass. Looking on,

Msgr. Dave Tramontini

(right), Rector and

Spiritual Advisor of the

Pro-Cathedral CWL.

Amelia, daughter of John and Leah Pierce (CWL member of the Pro-Cathedral), graduated from École secondaire catholique Algonquin and is attending Wilfred Laurier University, Brantford Campus, in a 4-year Bachelor of Arts Criminology Program with a combined Law Degree at Sussex University, United Kingdom. Marie, daughter of Mike and Dawn-Marie Duffy (CWL member of the Pro-Cathedral), graduated from St. Joseph-Scollard Hall Catholic Secondary School and is working towards a 4-year Bachelor of Architecture through the McEwan School of Architecture at Laurentian University. Upon completion of her undergraduate studies, she will work towards a master’s in architecture. “We recognize the importance of investing in the youth of our community as they represent the future and life-blood of our faith,” explained Maudena Farnsworth, Pro-Cathedral CWL President. “Our members wish Amelia and Marie blessings in their future endeavour.” Each year, the Pro-Cathedral CWL awards up to two bursaries in the amount of $400 each to students entering first year post-secondary education who have obtained reasonable academic achievement. Applicants are daughters or sons of members of the Pro-Cathedral Catholic Women’s League. Where the mother is deceased, consideration will be given to granddaughters or grandsons of a member in good standing.

Pro-Cathedral

Catholic Women’s League

Annual Christmas Bazaar & Tea

Saturday, November 17, 2018

From 10 AM until 2 PM Parish Hall, 480 McIntyre St. West

CWL Bazaar Raffle Volunteers needed to help sell

raffle tickets at various locations.

Contact Elizabeth Delarosbel (474-3925) for dates,

times, locations and details if you can help!

Photo Credit: John Pierce

Women’s Leadership Program

We are pleased to announce that we are accepting applications for the 2019 cohort of our Leadership Program, scheduled to begin in May 2019 at the Providence School of Transformative Leadership and Spirituality, Saint Paul University, Ottawa. The program is open to all Canadian Catholic women, from all walks of life who have a genuine interest in making a difference in their communities and places of work. A candidate must be a Catholic woman, at least 21 years of age, demonstrate oral and written English language competencies, have a genuine desire to cultivate her gifts of leadership, and have made a previous contribution to her community in some capacity. The Program is a thirteen-month Certificate program with an ongoing mentorship once the course work is completed. Throughout the Program, participants will be guided by professional facilitators from Saint Paul University. The Program is specifically designed to integrate faith and life, personal and professional leadership development. Spirituality and a Catholic faith perspective are the foundation of all activities; prayer and reflective practice are core elements integrated throughout the program. The Program will have an introductory get-to-know-you online module; an initial five-day face-to-face residency component; a 10-month online component, consisting of videos, readings, personal reflections and discussion forums; and a final four-day face-to-face residency component. Details of the content of the different components can be found on the website www.cwlfcanada.ca. If you are or know of a Catholic woman who wishes to be a transformational and influential leader, we invite you to complete the application, which can be found at www.cwlfcanada.ca.

The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops has released an on-line Statement on the Right to Safe Drinking Water by the Episcopal Commission for Justice and Peace. The statement is available as an online resource on our website procathedral.ca under LATEST NEWS The statement draws particular attention to the privatization of water for corporate profit and the ongoing issue of unsafe drinking water on some reserves in Canada where Indigenous Peoples are living. Earlier this month, Pope Francis focused on water in his Message for the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation on September 1. The United Nations General Assembly has proclaimed 2018-2028 as the International Decade for Action on Water for Sustainable Development.

What is ChristLife?

DISCOVERING CHRIST a seven-week

experience that invites you to hear

the Good News and personally

encounter Jesus Christ.

Tuesdays—23 OCT to 04 DEC

6:00 PM at St. Peter the Apostle

ChristLife equips Catholics for the essential work of evangelization so that all people might personally encounter Jesus Christ and be transformed into His missionary disciples. The ChristLife Evangelization Process, which is a relational way to make missionary disciples by helping people discover, follow, and share Jesus Christ. Our ministry partners with parishes, priests, clergy, religious and lay leaders who are seeking to answer the Church’s call for the New Evangelization through a proven method of parish evangelization and outreach.

REGIONAL EVENTS St. Alphonus Liguori 125th Anniversary Open House: Come and tour the Church in Callander, explore historical exhibits and enjoy light refreshments during an Open House THIS SUNDAY, October 14 from 1:00 – 4:00 PM. On December 10, 1893, the church was consecrated by Bishop O’Connor, and although it was rebuilt in 1913 after a wind storm knocked it down, the church still stands in its original location. Join us as we celebrate 125 years of service to our community and beyond! Everyone welcome. St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Women’s League Annual Harvest Tea & Bazaar October 20 from 10 AM to 3 PM; lunch served from 11-2. Penny sale, silent auction, knitting, sewing, crafts and bake table. Adults $6; Children $3, under 5 years – free. Come and bring a friend or neighbour. Knights of Columbus Council 12106 Soup and Card Party October 22 from 12:00 noon to 4:00 PM at Holy Name of Jesus Parish. $8 entry fee includes lunch. For table reservation call John at 845-1020 or Roy at 477-4084. Share the Journey – Development and Peace Workshop will be held Thursday, November 1 at 7:00 PM at St. Peter’s Church. This year D & P-Caritas Canada is joining forces with Pope Francis and Caritas International by inviting Canadians to share the journey with those living the tragedy of forced migration. Together let us walk in solidarity with forced migrants to make their voices heard loud and clear. Fall(ing) into Christmas St Alphonsus Catholic Women’s League Bazaar, Luncheon and Bake Sale Saturday November 10 St Alphonsus Church Hall High Street, Callander 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM Luncheon 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. $6/Adult $3/children 10 years and under. Cash Draw for $300, $200, and $100!! Tickets $2/each or 3 for $5.00 Come and enjoy our Luncheon, Penny Sale, Craft Tables and amazing Baked Goods Sisters of St. Joseph – Motherhouse Present: Spiritual Life Program on Creation: We will experience more deeply the amazing love which holds us in this caring universe. Using scripture, Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato si, DVD, music. Presenters: Sr. Noreen Muldoon, csj and Patty Dennis. Suggested offering: Register by calling Sr. Noreen 474-3800 ext. 309

The Promises of Fatima: Come pray the Rosary with a group of people who form a Fr. Gobbi Cenacle honouring our Blessed Virgin Mary. Wednesday mornings at 9:30 AM at St. Peter’s Parish. North Bay & Area Right to Life / Pro-Vie 35th Annual Dinner is Friday, November 9 at Best Western Hotel - Regency Ballroom. Guest Speaker: Marie-Claire Bissonnette Topic: Mifegymiso: What the Media Won't Report. Doors open 5:00 PM; Dinner 6:00 PM Speaker 7:30 PM. Students/$20 Adults/$30 Tickets must be purchased in advance call Nancy 472-6099, Jeannine 724-3424, Harley 752-4105 or JP 476-0953 St. Mary's Cemetery and Holy Cross Cemetery: Reminder that all loose or damaged articles are to be removed from grave sites by OCTOBER 15. Any articles remaining after October 15 that will interfere with the safe operation of the cemetery during the winter months will be removed by cemetery staff and may be irretrievable. If you have any questions please contact the Cemetery Office: 495-8986 or info@nbrcc.ca. Christ Anglican Church 312 Greenwood Avenue monthly Healing and Prayer Services beginning October 21 on the third Sunday evening of the month at 7:00 PM. This will be a liturgy of music [traditional and contemporary], Scripture and a teaching based on the theme of healing, followed by an opportunity for individual prayer ministry. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament St. Alphonsus in Callander: Every Friday 8:30 AM to 12:00 Noon. First Friday 8:30 AM to 8:30 AM (24Hrs). St. Peter the Apostle: First Wednesday of each month from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. Everyone is invited. Holy Name of Jesus: Tuesday to Friday 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM. To make a weekly one-hour commitment, please call Gisele Champagne at 497-1911. Pro-Cathedral: First Friday of the month 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon followed by 12:05 PM mass. St. Joseph’s Motherhouse first Sunday of the month from 3:30-4:30 PM in Holy Family Chapel and Pro-Cathedral First Fri-day 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. North Bay pregnancy Help & Resource Centre, 323 Algonquin

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