St. Clare Updates for
Jan. 8-21, 2022
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Synod* in Rome
an invitation for us to participate
Pope Francis has launched a Synod in Rome with the theme “For a synodal Church: communion, participation, mission.” This Synod is an opportunity for Catholics to dialogue and discern how the Holy Spirit is inviting us to journey together as a Church.
This Synod has implications not only on the universal Church but also on the local Church. Many of the recommendations from the faithful in previous Synods have been implemented in our local diocese.
Opportunities for group discussion and information on how to submit discussion summaries will begin in January 2022. Download a discussion card at https://rcav.org/synod to reflect on the topics now and engage in dialogue with friend, family, and fellow parishioners. The hard copy of the card is also available at the back of the church (see the brochures/cards wall rack).
There is a number of ways to participate in the Synod:
- Take part in a conversation at your parish. Keep an eye on your parish bulletin or website in the coming weeks for information on how to participate.
- If you are part of a lay movement, ministry, or group, you may have an opportunity to participate in dialogue in this setting.
- Discuss with family and friends and share your thoughts through an individual online submission.
Keep an eye on our bulletin in coming weeks and/or go to the Archdiocesan Website for more info: https://rcav.org/synod
Currently, we are waiting for the Pastoral Centre to send out questionnaire and discussion reply forms. We are encouraging ministry group leaders to start planning on meeting online or in person when permitted. We will make these forms available as soon as we receive them. Fr. Yarek will coordinate these efforts and can be contacted for further questions at jdziuba@rcav.org
Prayer for the Synod
We stand before You, Holy Spirit, as we gather together in Your name.
With You alone to guide us, make Yourself at home in our hearts;
Teach us the way we must go and how we are to pursue it.
We are weak and sinful; do not let us promote disorder.
Do not let ignorance lead us down the wrong path nor partiality influence our actions.
Let us find in You our unity so that we may journey together to eternal life and not stray from the way of truth and what is right.
All this we ask of You, who are at work in every place and time,
in the communion of the Father and the Son, forever and ever. Amen.
*[A synod is an assembly of bishops chosen from the different regions and episcopal conferences from around the world who meet on specific occasions to foster close union between the Pope and the bishops.
At these meetings the Holy Father and the bishops have the opportunity to exchange information and share experiences with each other with the common goal of seeking pastoral solutions that have universal validity and application. Synods have a purely consultative purpose: they advise the Pope on some of the issues proposed]
Fr. Yarek
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Making the Christmas celebrations so special at St. Clare's required the contributions of a great many people in many different ways.
I want to offer my sincere thanks and appreciation to:
-All those who helped with the decorations including the Nativity Scene, the Christmas trees and the flowers and wreaths throughout the church.
-The Knights of Columbus who ensured that all the necessary guidelines were followed regarding attendance at masses as well as assisting in other ways as well.
-Those who provided the amazing music throughout the celebrations.
-Our Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, Sacristans, Altar Servers and online broadcasters.
Thanks also to those who helped with snow removal and clearing that made it safer for all our parishioners. If bad weather continues we will be looking for additional paid help, as required. Contact the office if you are interested.
Fr. Maciej
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Archbishop J. Michael Miller, CSB reinstated the obligation to attend mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation in the summer of 2021.
Also as per the Archbishop’s request and now the new Public Health Order, you must wear a mask when attending mass. Also, we are not checking for vaccinations as the capacity limit for our church is 450 (50% of full capacity) and we do not exceed that at our regular weekend or weekday masses.
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OUR REGULAR MASS SCHEDULE IS :
DAILY MASSES Monday through Saturday at 9:00am and
WEEKEND MASSES Saturday at 5:00pm
and on Sunday at 8:30am, 11:00am and 5:00pm
There is a Spanish mass at 6:30pm on Sunday
We have also added the Morning Office/Breviary at 8:30am from Monday through Saturday. Everyone is welcome to join in.
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Daily Masses Monday through Friday at 9:00am
Weekend Mass at 5:00pm on Saturday
All of these are posted on YouTube and Facebook and can be watched either live or after the livestreaming has ended. If you haven't already, please subscribe to our Youtube page and don't forget to "Like Us". These simple moves makes us easier to find on the web.
You can participate in all of our online masses by clicking on the links provided above or by going to our website, www.stclare.ca and clicking on the link provided.
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We have connected a very limited number of sound receivers to our sound system for people with serious difficulty in hearing. These can be used with either our headphones or your own personal headphones. If you are interested, please call the office at 604-941-4800 or email stclareofassisi@shaw.ca These are the same ones that we had in the hall.
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Wedding, Baptisms and Funerals |
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Since the limitations have been lifted on religious gatherings and worship services, attendance restrictions at Weddings, Funerals and Baptisms have also been lifted. Please contact the office to make arrangements. However, the new provincial public health order issued December 21st means that we cannot use the hall for receptions at this time.
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OUR REGULAR CONFESSION SCHEDULE IS AS FOLLOWS:
- Before morning mass at 8:45am and after morning mass at 9:30am, Monday through Saturday. No registration or appointment is necessary.
Confessions are now heard in the Crying Room (by the washrooms on the east side of the church) NOT in the confessional.
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Pre-Authorized Payments
We offer a Pre-Authorized Payment (PAP) plan which you can sign up for by completing the form at Pre-Authorized Form and returning it with a void cheque to the office. Pre-authorized payments are withdrawn directly from your bank account on the 1st day of the month.
Please do not forget to sign the back as it is invalid without a signature. You may seal the completed form in an envelope marked Pre-Authorized Payment and drop it in the Collection Basket, mail it or bring it in person. The form must be in the office by the 20th of the month in order for it to be effective on the 1st of the month following.
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In order to help facilitate the offertory for
St Clare of Assisi Parish, the Archdiocese created an Online Offertory page for either one time or reoccurring monthly or weekly donations using a debit or credit card. Click on the heading above to go to the secure page. You can also donate to Second Collections including our Building/Mortgage Fund using this link.
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Donations at Church
If you wish to continue to make your donation at mass, please note that we will not be passing around the collection baskets at this time. Please leave your donation to the church in one of the boxes at the back of the church either when you enter or when you leave.
Second Collections - When there is a Second Collection, one of the collection boxes at the back will be specifically labeled for the that collection. Envelopes should be clearly marked and can be put in either box but cash donations in the Second Collection box will be passed on for that purpose.
Envelopes for 2022 have been issued, please pick yours up in the lobby of the church. If we somehow missed you please call the office at 604-941-4800.
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Thank you for your generous gift in support of Project Advance 2021, through which we are directing funding to ministries in your local parish and to the wider community. Your gift ensures that we continue to emerge from the pandemic as a vibrant family of faith and hope and that the Church’s evangelizing mission will be strengthened.
The 2021 Campaign is now over but you can donate to our 2022 Campaign online at projectadvance.ca, by phone at 604-683-0281 ext. 50323, or in-person at our parish’s office. Thank you so much for your support.
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Ethical Concerns Related to Vaccines |
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Catholics are invited to be vaccinated, both in keeping with the dictates of their conscience and in contributing to the common good by promoting the health and safety of others. All COVID-19 vaccines that are medically approved by the relevant health authorities may be licitly received by Catholics. Since there is currently no choice of vaccine being offered, Catholics in good conscience may receive the vaccine that is available and offered to them. Read more at rcav.org/coronavirus
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Thank you from the Advent Tree Committee
Thank you to our Parishioners and friends for your generous contributions towards our Second Covid Advent Tree this year. We were able to support several groups (that included seniors, parents, teens, children, & babies) with gift/grocery cards that would help them through this Christmas Season.
Thank you to our Prayer Shawl Ladies who provided over 500 beautiful pieces of hand-knitted and crocheted items (including 145 sets of scarf/hat/mitts for adults, children, & babies).
Thank you to St. Clare of Assisi Knights of Columbus (in association with Queen of All Saints Knights of Columbus) who generously donated 72 winter jackets for Children & Youth in the Tri-City area.
We are very grateful to our volunteers who generously gave their time to help sort and wrap gifts for our recipients – Thank you
God Bless You All,
The Advent Tree Committee
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FUNDRAISER FOR THE
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ORPHANAGE IN EL SALVADOR
THANK YOU!
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I want to thank our parishioners for helping me raise money for the kids that live in the orphanage, and to the CWL to help collect some of those donations.
This year we all raised $ 9,485.33 dollars.
We have an amazing community in our church, and I love that together we can make a difference in the world!
I will keep all of your in my prayers. God bless you all.
Anna Magnusson
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
The Knights next Executive meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 11th at 6:30pm via Zoom and the next general meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 25th at 7pm also via
Zoom.
For information on the Knights of Columbus please visit our websites at kofc.org and kofcbc.org. If you are interested in becoming a Knight please email
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The 2021 Knights of Columbus Charity Appeal has begun. Click the link in the document below to buy your tickets.
Did you know that the Grand Prize Winner was from St Clare's Parish last year?
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Everyone is invited to join us daily
7:30 pm, Online
Contact
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ADVERTISERS IN OUR BULLETIN
There is an advertiser section at the bottom of today's bulletin. Please support these businesses as they support your parish. Clicking on their ad will take you to their web page.
If you are interested in advertising your company in our bulletin, please contact the office at stclareofassisi@shaw.ca or call 604-941-4800.
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Food for Thought . . . and for the Soul
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"We have seen his star in the East,
and have come to worship him"
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In former times, the Feast of the Epiphany was celebrated on January 6. With a nod to that practice, here are the imagined recollections of an old (and even wiser) man.
Click the link below for a 21st century article on that Star of Bethlehem
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The season of Ordinary Time in the Catholic Church is celebrated twice in each liturgical cycle. Ordinary time starts after the season of Christmas and ends on Shrove Tuesday (Pancake Tuesday). Ordinary time is also celebrated after Easter and ends the Saturday after the feast of Christ the King.
This time is called "ordinary" because it is, simply, ordinary; that is, not part of any special liturgical season. However, the season of Ordinary Time has an important role to play in the liturgical calendar in that it connects the special seasons of the year and in our lives as Christians, as it reminds us that we are loved by God in the ordinary, daily moments of our lives. It is important to note that many feast days and solemnities occur in Ordinary Time: the Most Holy Trinity, the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist, the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Saints Peter and Paul, the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, All Saints, and All Souls, for example.
The weekdays during Ordinary Time on which no solemnities, feasts, or memorials of saints fall are called ferial days. The liturgical color of Ordinary Time is green, symbolizing life and hope. The readings during this time do not have a specific theme or focus, as they do during the other seasons of the year. Emphasis and focus is placed on the lives of the saints and their model of holiness for us. The saints were indeed ordinary men and women who through grace became extraordinary witnesses of God’s presence.
The season of Ordinary time is a time to grow deeper in our faith. This part of ordinary time is also known as the mystagogia. Mystagogia is getting to a deeper understanding of our Catholic faith.
As Catholics, we should use the season of ordinary time to meditate on the Mystery of the Eucharist on a daily basis. Ordinary time is also a good time to share our faith of the Catholic Church and to meditate on the Mysteries.
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If you wish to book a Mass Intention please email the office at stclareofassisi@shaw.ca giving the name of the person, whether it is for a living or deceased person, who it is from and if you have any preferences for the the day of the week, a weekend mass or specific date. We will try to book your mass intention as close to the request as possible.
The suggested offering for a mass intention is not less than $10 and can be brought to the office, mailed to 1320 Johnson Street, Coquitlam, V3B 4T5 or dropped in the collection box in the church. Please DO NOT use a collection envelope but put it in a regular envelope clearly marked for what it is for. This offering will go to the priest who says the mass, not to the church.
If you are unable to use email, mass intentions can be phoned in at 604-941-4800.
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NEW FOR 2022 AND BEYOND : Due to the high demand for mass intentions we have obtained permission from Archbishop Miller to have multiple mass intentions on one day per week. As of January 2022 we will accept up to 10 mass intentions for Fridays. For all other days we will only book one mass, and we will honour mass intentions already booked. |
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OFFICE HOURS
Monday to Friday from 10am to 3pm.
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Please pray for the sick of our Parish
Noah Zanatta, Bob Roy, Loni Cain, Brendan Pace, Gracienda Ramos, Brian Stewart, Catherine Dunne, Lucy Chase, Doreen Allyen, Tyson Ward, Nora Arroyal, Christopher Brown, Joan McDonald, Annabella Cirko, Frank Matchett, Kelly Durkin, Jason Kendall, Bill Clendinning, Chris Mah, Lydia Guzman, Angelo Visentin, June Cross, Katelyn Boudewyn, Karen Morris, Ramon Montecillo, Janice Caine, Nadine Classen, Leanne Theiss, Sierra Osborne, Sebastien Robillard, Sandra Diersch, Lori Dennis, Marcel Quaghebeur, Mazoe Kaufman, Cindy Mazerolle-Kass, Anna Figura, Ed Garcia, Viray Family, Walter Banke, Etheen Lowry, Elizabeth Teixeira, Reema Ferreira, Terry McDonald, Andrew De Boda, Maurice Quaghebeur, Hari Vijay, Peggy Maas, Chad Galitzky, Al Trotter, Pat Dizy, Wieslawa Dziuba, Brett Lawrence, Norman Schuster, Brenda Haines, John Bergen, Brian Wills, Laud Vidal and all recipients of St. Clare’s Prayer Shawls.
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The Poor Clare Sisters are praying for our parish and would be happy to take your personal prayer requests by mail or telephone 1-604-826-2818. St. Clare's Monastery, Box 3370, Mission, B.C. V2V 4J5
They have had contact with some of you with "Go-to-Meeting" but they hope to be able to welcome you again for afternoons of prayer at their monastery. Please let them know if you would like to join them. Thank you.
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Of Interest from the Diocese |
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The Letters of St. Paul - Paul Proclaims the Gospel
St. Paul was one of the first to articulate and proclaim the Gospel. Focusing particularly on Romans, we will explore the major features of Paul’s presentation of the Good News. Just as it did for Paul’s original audience, this message has the potential to reinvigorate our lives. Saturday, January 15 at 7:00 p.m. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events
I Have Called You Friends - Healthy Relationship Series
Join Fr. Richard Conlin and Fr. Raffaele Salvino as they discuss what is means to have a Christ-centered friendship and being “best friends with Jesus.” Having spent 6 years together in the Seminary of Christ the King, these young priests will share about lessons learnt for cultivating genuine friendship within the context of pursuing holiness today. Thursday, January 13 at 7:00 p.m. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events
HRC Young Adults Holy Hour Happy Hour
We welcome you to Holy Rosary Cathedral for a Holy Hour, a peaceful time to connect with Jesus, followed by a social event for young adults in their 20s and 30s. Come spend time with God, experiencing His loving Presence and bringing your prayers and praises to Him before the Blessed Sacrament. The Holy Hour is followed by a social event for young adults in their 20s and 30s, at a nearby restaurant. Friday, January 21 at 8:00 p.m. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events
Into the Deep: What's New About Evangelization?
In this presentation, Eric Chow will present on the new evangelization: where this term comes from and what it means for us today. He'll share about Proclaim - a movement of the Archdiocese of Vancouver awakening disciples to proclaim Jesus in their homes and communities; and stories of how disciples are seeing God move through their evangelization efforts. Friday, January 28 at 7:00 p.m. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events
Bible in a Year Podcast
Do you want to hear God speak in your life? Do you want to understand Scripture better? Do you have questions about the Bible? Would you like to have read the WHOLE Bible? If so, this podcast is for you. Ascension’s Bible in a Year Podcast, hosted by Fr. Mike Schmitz and featuring Jeff Cavins, guides Catholics through the Bible in 365 daily episodes. Each 20-25 minute episode includes two to three scripture readings, a reflection from Fr. Mike Schmitz, and guided prayer. Tune in and live your daily life through the lens of God’s word.
NOTE: This is also available on Youtube.
Sign up at rcav.org to receive a monthly email with reflections and resources to encourage you on your journey. The podcast is self-paced, so it's never too late to start!
Rachel's Vineyard
“In this encounter with the risen Lord, He also meets them in the lowest places of their lives and drains from their hearts the poison of this sin and loss and gives them a new heart and a new spirit.” - Bishop Greg Kelly
Are you ready for a new heart filled with His merciful love for you? No matter how dark things seem, and how low you feel you have fallen since the day of the abortion, He is ready to love you back to life. Join us on a Rachel’s Vineyard™ Retreat. For confidential information call 604-525-0999 or email info@pacscanada.org
Drug or Alcohol Addiction Recovery
If you, a loved one, or someone you know, wants to be free from an addiction to drugs or alcohol, consider Sancta Maria House. Located in a beautiful part of Vancouver, we offer a structured and supportive Catholic Christian 12-Step recovery program, in a pleasant, loving, family-like setting. We accept women of all faith backgrounds. For more information, visit agapestreetministry.org or call 604-731-5550.
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Gardens of Gethsemani Events
Estate and Memorial Planning Webinar
This free presentation provides general information for preparing or updating your will and learning about the beauty of the funeral rite, and formulating pre-need arrangements. You'll be pointed to complementary guides, tools and practical resources. The event is sponsored and presented by the Gardens of Gethsemani cemetery, a ministry of the Archdiocese of Vancouver. Thursday, January 13 at 11:00 a.m. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events
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Email Fraud Warning
The Archdiocese has received multiple reports from parishioners and priests who have fallen victim to a recent Internet email phishing scam. Imposters, posing as priests and using email addresses that are similar to those of our priests, have been emailing people asking for personal donations, gift cards, and other forms of financial assistance.
Never respond to emails requesting Google Play cards, iTunes cards, or any other form of personal financial assistance, even if it appears to be from a priest, deacon, religious, parish staff or bishop. If you have any doubt, please contact the sender by other means to verify any requests.
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Spanish and Christian Education Teacher,
St. Patrick Regional Secondary School
St. Patrick Regional Secondary School is hiring a short-term (January 27 - April 9, 2022) Spanish and Christian Education Teacher. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs
Administrative Assistant, Human Resources Office
The Administrative Assistant (Assistant) provides the Human Resources Director (Director) with a wide range of administrative support to assist in all areas of the Human Resources Office (Office) transactional activities and workflows. This includes recruitment, selection, training and development, benefit administration, event support and other activities that contribute to building an organizational culture that enhances the employee experience; to respond efficiently and professionally to enquires ensuring that service quality is paramount. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs
Assistant Editor / Reporter, The B.C. Catholic
The B.C. Catholic is the weekly newspaper of the Archdiocese of Vancouver. Our mandate is to share stories that will touch readers’ hearts and draw them closer to Christ and his Church. We are looking for a full-time Assistant Editor/Reporter with a strong background in journalism, excellent writing and editing skills, proficiency in photography/video/multimedia, and solid news judgment with the ability to make editorial decisions from a Catholic perspective. The successful applicant must have superior time management, organizational, and planning abilities, and a desire to collaborate with newspaper and communications team colleagues on a cohesive approach to informing Catholics in the Archdiocese of Vancouver. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs
Administrative Assistant, Ministries and Outreach Office
The Ministries and Outreach Office is looking for a seasoned administrative professional to provide exceptional support to Coordinator(s) and Project Manager(s) for the successful execution of projects and events as well as the ongoing maintenance of effective programming. This position plays an essential role in the evangelization mission of the church by supporting program development that helps to form true disciples of Jesus Christ. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs
Communications Director
The Director of Communications supports the archbishop’s ministry by directing and supervising all communication initiatives of the archdiocese, including strategic communications planning, internal communications, digital communications, and proactive and reactive media relations and issues management. The Director provides strategic communications direction for archdiocesan offices and parishes. This position will report directly to the Archbishop’s Delegate for Operations. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs
CISVA General Application for Elementary School Teacher,
Secondary School Teacher, Education Assistant
On an on-going basis, the Catholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese (CISVA) accepts teacher applications for grade levels K to 12. All Catholics, non-Catholics, new education grads, and experienced teachers from across Canada are strongly encouraged to apply. Our major hiring season is in March for the following school year, but we recommend that you begin the application process in advance as we receive an influx of applications. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs
Operations Manager, Gardens of Gethsemani
This role is part of the leadership team at Catholic Cemeteries, and it is integral in achieving excellence in cemetery operations at all levels, resolving and removing barriers for family services and grounds staff to provide exceptional care for our families. A key responsibility is optimizing the Nexus ERP system to manage all inventory, contracts and records. This role requires high collaboration with family services, outreach, finance, and the director on land development and management issues. The role ensures the efficient and pastoral care of families by optimizing processes and productivity. The position oversees grounds and garden personnel as well as office support systems. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs
Finance and Accounting Manager, Gardens of Gethsemani
This position supports the financial well-being of the organization. The role fulfills accounting and managerial reporting, oversees banking, trust fund management and loan management as well as supporting quality assurance on family contracts and all compliance requirements with the Consumer Protection Agency, the Canada Revenue Agency, the Archdiocese and acts as the point person for the annual audit. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs
Need for Healthcare Professionals at St. Michael's Centre
Many sectors in our society are suffering from staffing shortages. This is particularly true in healthcare/seniors’ care. At St. Michael’s Centre this has reached a crisis where they are in need of RNs, LPNs and RCAs so they can continue to provide excellent care.
Employment Opportunities
The Archdiocese of Vancouver is blessed to be made up of a committed core of individuals who are eager to serve in ministry. If you feel called to be a part of this team, you can view our current openings at rcav.org/jobs.
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Shalom World TV Network is a 24/7, family-friendly Catholic TV channel and is the recipient of the Gabriel Award for "Best TV Station of the Year 2020", instituted by the Catholic Press Association of North America. It is a commercial-free, high-definition network appealing to young, as well as young-at-heart viewers. Shalom World is an official partner with the Vatican and is authorized to telecast papal liturgies live.
The newly launched channel, ‘SW Prayer,’ is also available 24/7 as a separate stream. This channel is designed exclusively for live Holy Mass, prayer, devotions, and Catholic teachings. Viewers become spiritually enriched and engaged, as they unite their prayers with others joining from across the globe. This prayerful momentum invites God's blessings into our world in these times.
We are pleased to let you know that you can watch Shalom Word TV and SW Prayer from within our parish website absolutely for free. Please go to our parish website https://stclare.ca and click on the image under Shalom World TV on the bottom right of our home page and you can watch the programs live as well as on demand.
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If you are interested in advertising your company in our bulletin, please contact the office at stclareofassisi@shaw.ca or call 604-941-4800.
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