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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 17 - 30, 2026
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Greetings!
As we begin this new year, we all hope and pray that 2026 will be a year of grace and blessing.
Many of you have been asking about little Noah, one of the triplets from our parish community. As you know, Noah has been facing serious health challenges. At this time, the only hope for his recovery is a series of specialized stem procedures being carried out at Duke University Hospital in North Carolina.
We are grateful to share that Noah has successfully undergone his first surgery, and the results are very promising. Another trip for further treatment is expected in May or June.
I am sharing this update for two reasons. First, Noah and his family are members of our parish community and are in great need of our continued prayers, support, and, if possible, financial assistance. Second, Noah’s story has recently been featured on television, including CTV News. You are welcome to follow the link provided to learn more about Noah and his family:
https://www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/article/bc-toddler-travels-to-us-for-potentially-life-changing-stem-cell-treatment/
I ask you to please continue to pray for Noah, his siblings Nolan and Naomi, and his parents. If you wish and are able to offer financial support, donations may be placed in a sealed envelope clearly marked “NOAH.” We will gladly ensure that all contributions are passed directly on to the family.
On behalf of Noah’s parents, Matt and Natalia, thank you for your prayers, kindness, generosity, and all the support you have shown them during this difficult journey.
May God bless you for your compassion and care.
Sincerely,
Fr. Maciej
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2026 DONATION ENVELOPES
Donation envelopes will be available for pick up in the church lobby until end of January.
After January, please contact the parish office to arrange for pick up.
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Use donation envelopes for the current year only as your envelope number changes every year. This will help ensure that donations are credited to the rightful donors.
Thank you for your cooperation!
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PRAYER CHAIN
If you or someone you know would be comforted by prayer during these circumstances, please contact Gillian at stclareprayerchain@gmail.com. You are not alone — we are praying with you.
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from Bishop Barron
Friends, our Gospel on MondayJanuary 12 (the first day of Ordinary Time) is Jesus’s inaugural address, setting the tone for the whole of his preaching. Mark tells us that he was proclaiming the good news of God, and that this was “the time of fulfillment.”
Something was being brought to completion. What was it? It was everything that the Old Testament had spoken of. Jesus gathered up in his person everything that Israel was about—and this is why his presence was so compelling and why following him was of paramount importance. This is why he says, “Repent, and believe in the Gospel.” The good news is him. So now it’s time to make a decision.
Friends, this is the whole story. Everything else is commentary. We are meant to see ourselves in Simon and Andrew, in James and John. When Jesus passes by, we have to respond. The time is now. They got this, and that’s why they responded so promptly.
Now here’s the catch: To follow him means to do what he does, to call other people to the kingdom. “Come after me, and I will show you how to fish for people.” That line is addressed to all of us, to all the baptized, to all the disciples.
Link to Bishop Barron's Reflection
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by Henri Nouwen
If there is any concept worth restoring to its original depth and vocative potential, it is the concept of hospitality. It is one of the richest biblical terms that can deepen and broaden our insight in our relationships to our fellow human beings. Old and New Testament stories not only show how serious our obligation is to welcome the stranger in our home, but they also tell us that guests are carrying precious gifts with them, which they are eager to reveal to a receptive host.
Link here to the Nouwen article
“Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it.” (Hebrews 13: 2)
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DID YOU EVER ASK YOUSELF...
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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PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
A prayer shawl is a shawl that has been knitted or crocheted by a caring person (crafter) in our parish for someone who is facing treatment for cancer.
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CHILDREN'S LITURGY
OF THE WORD
Open for children 4 to 8 years old. Sundays at the 11am Mass.
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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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MONDAY BIBLE SHARING
after morning Mass
in the parish centre basement
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LEGION OF MARY
Thursdays
from 9:45am to 11am
Room 2
Parish Centre
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Mothers Prayers Group
“Mothers Prayers” is a prayer group for all women who have a desire to pray for children.
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BAPTISMS
Join us in welcoming Cristian Oscar Daniel Dávila, Cecilia Leviste Javier and Marcus Martin Bordignon who were recently baptized into the Catholic community.
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FUNERALS
Let us pray for the repose of the souls of:
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See Siew Kiang, mother of Valerie Ng
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Lorne Glen Rose, son of Thelma Rose
- Lourdes Cabael
May they rest and rejoice in the presence of God's eternal love and glory.
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LOURDES CABAEL'S FUNERAL DETAILS
Viewing and Vigil prayers: Thursday, January 22 from 7pm to 9pm
Funeral Mass: Friday, January 23 at 11am
reception to follow in the Parish Centre
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Please contact the parish office to make arrangements for
baptisms, weddings, funerals and other Sacraments.
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Mass Intentions
Dates may be 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.
| | We are able to accept multiple Mass intentions on Fridays. For all other days, the priest can accept one intention only per day. | | |
Please pray for the sick of our Parish
Crystal Phung, Allan Thiele, John Seifert, George Allen, Michael and Carol Berry, Claudia Eberle, Suzanne Davies, Connie Tarling, Matthew Tarling, Valerie Ng, Melvin Anthony, Peter Adamkovics, Aldo de Loza, Mike Van Duynhoven, Bernie & Zeny Perez, Marge Hogan, Jamie Willis, Helen Dougan, 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, 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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