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Mailing Address: 1320 Johnson Street, Coquitlam, BC V3B 4T5
Street Address: 2888 Delahaye Drive, Coquitlam, BC
Phone: (604)941-4800
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St. Clare Updates for
January 4 - 17, 2025
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As we bid farewell to 2024, we step into the future with hope and joy, even amidst uncertainty. This past year was especially meaningful for our church community as we celebrated the 25th anniversary of St. Clare Parish. Looking back, it’s remarkable to see how much we’ve accomplished in such a short time.
It’s tempting to imagine a moment when we’re mortgage-free, able to relax and simply celebrate—but that remains a dream for now. In reality, our work continues, and we face many pressing challenges. One of the most urgent is the need to build a new residence for our parish priests and office space. The current property is deteriorating quickly, and immediate action is needed.
I have faith, however, that small, determined steps can lead to great outcomes. A wonderful example of this is last year’s initiative to sell lavender from our church. What began as a modest effort blossomed into something truly impactful, generating nearly enough funds to restore one of our old chalices used during Mass. Now, that chalice shines beautifully once again, rededicated to God.
These small, faithful acts show the power of our parish family to create meaningful change. Together, we can take small steps that will lead to even greater accomplishments. Thank you for your continued support!
Fr. Maciej
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Mass and Confession Schedule | |
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SUNDAY MASSES
Saturday (Mass of Anticipation) 5:00pm
Sunday 8:30am, 11:00am and 5:00pm
6:30pm (Spanish)
DAILY MASSES
Monday through Saturday at 9:00am
Morning Office/Breviary at 8:30am from Monday through Saturday. Everyone is welcome to join in.
LIVESTREAMING SCHEDULE
Daily Masses Monday through Friday at 9:00am
Weekend Mass at 5:00pm on Saturdays
All of these are posted on YouTube 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". This will make it easier to find us on the internet.
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CONFESSION SCHEDULE
Monday to Saturday
8:45am
before 9am Mass
9:30am
after 9am Mass, until last penitent
There will be no confession
after first Friday Mass.
No registration or appointment required.
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Food for Thought . . . and for the Soul | |
Wishing all our readers a happy and holy 2025! | |
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Registration forms, Mass offerings and other mail may be dropped at any time in the mail slot of the parish office door located on 1320 Johnson Street.
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The parish office will be closed on
Monday, February 17 for Family Day.
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SUNDAY OFFERING ENVELOPES
2025
Available now for pick up
in the church lobby!
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Assigning of envelopes is computerized and based on the frequency of envelopes used in 2024.
Parishioners donating through Pre Authorized Payment (PAP) or online through the Archdiocese may request for a box of second collections only (half box) envelopes.
Envelopes are one of the ways to donate, in addition to online and pre-authorized payment. Not having envelopes does not necessarily mean that you are no longer a parishioner.
If you would like a box of envelopes, please contact the parish office.
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Thanks to everyone who has donated to this year’s Project Advance campaign. Because of your generosity we have received $203,709.75 in pledges from only 366 of our families or 39% of our registered parishioners. A final report will be available later this month.
A special note for anyone who has donated online and has any questions. Please email donations@rcav.org and they will help you.
Our way forward begins with your generosity in growing our parish and local Catholic community. We’re grateful for your support.
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STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION
January 5
Epiphany of the Lord
“... and they fell down and worshipped him, and opened their treasures, and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.”
1 Matthew 2:11
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What gifts do you give to the Lord? St. Pope Gregory said that these three gifts represent what we should give to God each day. Gold – as we must reflect the wisdom of Christ in all our relationships. Incense – represents our daily prayers and worship of God. Myrrh – is a symbol of our daily sacrifices in which we unite with Jesus for the good of others.
Copyright © 2024 Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth
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PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
The shawls are meant to serve as mantles of God's gentle love and blessings. Our hope is that, as the recipients wear their shawls, they will be enfolded in love, peace, strength and comfort. If you know of someone undergoing treatment for cancer or for another serious illness and who might benefit from a prayer shawl, within our parish or beyond, please contact Laura and 604-944-9064 or ccml@telus.net.
Shawls are available by donation and please make cheque donations payable to St. Clare of Assisi Parish.
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DO YOU EVER ASK YOURSELF...
What am I looking for in life?
What is the meaning of my life?
How can I be a better person?
What can I do about the loneliness I feel?
How can I come to know God's love?
How can I know the right path God has in store for me?
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If you are asking these questions, or questions like them, the Catholic way of life awaits you. Click here for more information | |
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CHILDREN'S LITURGY
for children 4 to 8 years old
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ST. CLARE OF ASSISI COQUITLAM
FRATERNITY
Are you being called to a deeper faith life and want to follow in the footsteps of St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi?
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You are invited to attend a fraternity gathering taking place every last Saturday morning of the month at 10am (Sept - June) in the St. Clare of Assisi Parish Centre. Contact: Carmen Moorhouse at carmenmoorhouse@gmail.com for more info. | |
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MONDAY BIBLE SHARING
WHAT: Share the Bible with Others or Just Listen
WHEN: Monday Mornings after Mass or Join us when you can
WHERE: St Clare Parish Basement
WHO: Anyone interested in Discovering the Bible More
WHY: To Grow in Knowledge of the Word of God then Live it
HOW: "Come and See”
Questions?
Call/Email Matthew, 6047542762 wwcmms@gmail.com
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BIBLE PORTAGE
(Carry THE Message)
Join us Tuesdays after 9am Mass!
We read, chat about the Sunday readings, and seek more insight into them.
Our group is small, friendly, and welcoming. We invite you to join us or visit any week when you have time. We meet after Mass each Tuesday in the basement of the parish center.
And as Tiny Tim reminds us each year, "God Bless us, everyone!"
E: wccmms@gmail.com
PH: 604-754-2762
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LEGION OF MARY
Thursdays
from 9:45am to 11am
Room 2
Parish Centre
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To join the Legion of Mary as active or auxiliary member, please call:
778 986 7516
To request a visit of Our Lady of Fatima into your home please call:
604 945 6623
To learn more about the Legion of Mary please login to legionofmaryyvrcomitium.com
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Mothers Prayers Group
“Mothers Prayers” is a prayer group for all women who have a desire to pray for children. It was started 25 years ago by two grandmothers in England and is now in over 120 countries around the world. We are having virtual meetings every week.
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BAPTISMS
Join us in welcoming Ezekiel Leandro Sato, Viktor Andre Sanchez Miklos and Nora Violeta Victoria Edwards who were recently baptized into the Catholic community.
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Please contact the parish office to make arrangements for
baptisms, weddings, funerals and other Sacraments.
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ADORATION CHAPEL
The Adoration Chapel is accessible daily. Entrance to the Adoration Chapel is open between 8am and 6pm.
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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 and returning it with a void cheque to the parish office. Pre-authorized payments are withdrawn directly from your bank account on the 1st day of the month. Click the button below to download the form.
Please remember 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 donation box located in the church, mail it or bring it to the parish office. The form must be in the office by the 20th of the month in order for it to be effective on the following 1st of the month.
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Donations at Church
Donations may be dropped in the collection basket circulated at Sunday Mass or in the box located in the church lobby. If you would like a set of Sunday Offering envelopes, please contact the parish office. Otherwise, Visitors' Envelopes are available on the brochure rack in the church lobby.
Second Collections - When there is a Second Collection, a designated collection box will be available at the back of the church.
There will be a Special Collection is for Christmas and New Year's Day.
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Donations may also be made online through the Archdiocese of Vancouver website. Click on the heading above to go to their secure page. You may also donate to Second Collections including our Building/Mortgage Fund through their website.
Please note that the Archdiocese of Vancouver will issue tax receipts for donations made through them.
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Mass Intentions
Dates are subject to change without notice.
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If you wish to book a Mass Intention, please send your request via email 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 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. Please note that there may be unforeseen situations when your scheduled date may be changed without notice.
The suggested offering for a mass intention is $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. Enclose your offering in an envelope clearly marked with the name and date of your Mass intention. Your offering will go to the priest who says the mass, not to the church.
If you are unable to use email, mass intentions may be phoned in at 604-941-4800.
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We are able to accept multiple Mass intentions on Fridays. For all other days, we can book one intention only. | |
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Please pray for the sick of our Parish
Valerie Ng, See Siew Kiang, Melvin Anthony, Peter Adamkovics, Aldo de Loza, Mike Van Duynhoven, Bernie & Zeny Perez, Craig Barton, Marge Hogan, Jamie Willis, Bette Stirling, Helen Dougan, Bernie Perez, Noah Zanatta, 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, Mazoe Kaufman, Cindy Mazerolle-Kass, Anna Figura, Ed Garcia, Viray Family, Walter Banke, Elizabeth Teixeira, Reema Ferreira, Terry McDonald, Andrew De Boda, Hari Vijay, Peggy Maas, Chad Galitzky, Al Trotter, Pat Dizy, Brett Lawrence, Norman Schuster, Brenda Haines, John Bergen, Laud Vidal, Rick Empey, Dan Arseneault, Addie Jamieson, Jean-Yves Duret, and all recipients of St. Clare’s Prayer Shawls.
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St. Clare's Monastery
Box 3370 Mission, BC V2V 4J5
1(604)826-2818
poorclare.ca
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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. For vocation inquiries, send an email to callclaremissbc@telus.net
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In and Around the Diocese | |
The goal of “Fiat” Women’s Online Discernment Group is to provide a prayerful environment for young women to discern their vocation, primarily the possible call to Religious Life. These women are given an opportunity to listen to and discuss certain topics about discernment and Religious life in general. Hopefully this Discernment Group will be a good preparation for women who are called to Religious Life to enter the community they are called to with peace and an adequate knowledge of what the Church is asking and desiring for Religious Life. | |
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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