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Mary of Magdala Inclusive Catholic Community Bulletin Board
January 2024
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Contact information (from West to East): Vancouver: Our Lady Guadalupe Tonantzin - OLGT (vikki) – tepeyacvancouver@gmail.com Edmonton: Emmaus House Church – (Karen) – karendenis@me.com Calgary: St. Brigid of Kildare Catholic Faith Community- St. Brigid (Rock) - stbyyc@gmail.com Lethbridge Inclusive Catholic Community Fellowship - LICCF (Teresa) – LICComm2022@gmail.com Regina: Mary of Magdala Inclusive Catholic Community - MMICC (Felix) – mmiccRegina@gmail.com Sudbury: Sourdough Housechurch – Sourdough (Marie) – mbouclin@tyenet.com Sudbury: Levain – French Sourdough (Marie) – mbouclin@tyenet.com Ottawa: St. Photina Inclusive Catholic Community – (Virginia) – virginialafond@gmail.com Sutton: Christian Community of Julian of Norwich - (Linda) - lspear@granby.net |
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Sunday, January 28th, Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
MMICC Eucharist, 10:00 a.m. CST, in-person Worship Aid for January 28th Sunday, January 14th, Second Sunday in Ordinary Time MMICC Eucharist, 10:00 a.m. CST, on Zoom Multiple Manifestations of the Messiah: Epiphany/Baptism/Call to Witness Worship Aid for January 14th Monday, January 1st, Mary Mother of God/World Day of Peace/ New Year’s Day -- MMICC Eucharist, 10:00 a.m. CST, in-person Worship Aid for January 1st |
| Faith Enrichment Session |
Next Faith Enrichment Session -- February 17th
| MMICC Synod Information and Reports |
Synod Information details -- including latest Synod documents
Canadians for a Synodal Church: Recorded on November 22, 2023. Speakers: Most Reverend Michael Miller, csb, Archbishop of Vancouver, Sr. Elizabeth Davis, rsm, Sisters of Mercy, Newfoundland, Dr. Catherine Clifford, Theologian, St. Paul University, Ottawa. Click here for the video recording.
| Events sponsored or recommended by MMICC Ministry Teams |
Eastside United Church invites you to Open Minds, Open Books
are now available in the office for pick up at $25 a copy. Please contact the office for more
details and the reading schedule:
The call to journey together
Réseau Compassion Network (RCN), the Catholic Network for Women’s Equality (CNWE – Western Canada Region), the Grey Nuns of Montreal (SGM), and the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions (RNDM), are pleased to invite you to a conversation with Newfoundland Sister of Mercy Elizabeth Davis (RSM). Elizabeth was one of fifty-four women among the 365 voting members, who participated in the Synod on Synodality at the Vatican, from October 1-29 2023.
Sister
Elizabeth will share with us her experience with the Synod’s listening
and discernment sessions, and some implications of being “a synodal
church in mission". She will also share some thoughts on what may come
next as we continue to move along this path of synodality, which will
conclude with the closing session of the Synod in October 2024. The Zoom session will be 1 ½ hours in length. There will be an opportunity for small group sharing, as well as a plenary forum to engage directly with Sr. Elizabeth. The Zoom room will stay open for 30 minutes after the official end for those interested in further conversation.
EVENT DETAILS
When: January 17, 11:30am to 1:00pm CST
Location: Virtual Meeting, via Zoom
This event is free. To register and receive instructions for accessing the event, please click here.
Prayer for Christian Unity
The Regina Council of Churches invites you to a city-wide ecumenical worship service at Lakeview United Church (3200 McCallum Ave.) on Sunday, January 21 at 3:00 pm. The preacher will be Cam Fraser, Director of Growth and Ministry Development, United Church of Canada.
Join together with Christians across Regina as we pray for Christian unity. The 2024 theme is "You shall love the Lord your God ... and your neighbour as yourself" based on Luke 10:25-37. The resources were prepared by an ecumenical team in Burkina Faso.
Sun. Jan. 21, 3pm at Lakeview United Church, 3200 McCallum Ave., Regina
This service will be livestreamed at https://www.youtube.com/@LakeviewUnitedRegina
SINGERS: A joint choir will rehearse at 2:00 pm at Lakeview Church. Contact Nick Jesson at njesson@archregina.sk.ca for details.
The annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is celebrated by churches around the world in January or at another time of year. For more information, see https://weekofprayer.ca
Also during the Week of Prayer:
The De Margerie Lectures on Christian Reconciliation and Unity with the Rev. Dr. Karen Petersen Finch.
The quest for Christian unity has traditionally been initiated at the international level between official leaders of Christian denominations, with the effects of their dialogue expected to trickle down to local Christian communities. In Grassroots Ecumenism, Karen Petersen Finch upends this process, proposing an approach to Christian unity that begins in your neighbourhood. She draws directly from her experience equipping everyday Christians to know their own Christian tradition more thoroughly and to engage thoughtfully with separated Christians down the street and around the corner.
Wed. Jan. 24, 7pm, Re-imagining Lay People as Stewards of Doctrine (Campion College, University of Regina)
in-person or livestreamed at https://bit.ly/DeMargerie2024
Thurs. Jan. 25, 7pm, Doctrine as the Fuel of Renewal (St. Thomas More College, Saskatoon)
in-person or livestreamed at https://bit.ly/DeMargerie2024
What do the ecumenical dialogues say about the Eucharist? What consensus has been found? Karen believes that local dialogue holds the promise of breaking through historic barriers to agreement. Drawing on her extensive experience of local dialogue on the topic of the Eucharist/Holy Communion/Lord's Supper, in this workshop, Karen will discuss ways to promote dialogue between neighbourhood churches.
Sat., Jan. 27, 10am, The Eucharist - Where is Jesus? (Christ the King Parish, 3239 Garnet St, Regina)
All are welcome. No registration required.
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Nicholas Jesson - jesson@ecumenism.net
Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations, Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Regina
cell: +1 306-580-8094
The Archdiocese of Regina is located on Treaty 4 Territory, the traditional lands of the Nêhiyawak, Nahkawé, and Nakota, and homeland of the Dakota, Lakota, and Métis peoples. Our ministry is supported by the Archbishop's Appeal - https://archregina.sk.ca/giving
The Warm Welcome Coalition and Carmichael Outreach are excited to announce that funding has been approved for a warming centre to be operated by Carmichael Outreach until the end of May. This warming centre will operate from 11pm to 7am every day to provide a safe space for houseless people to find warmth, food, and a cup of coffee.
The project requires donations of food, coffee, and other snacks for approximately 60 people each night. This is a mission opportunity for people of faith in Regina.
The warming centre is expected to open Jan. 22. In the meantime, the City of Regina will have a bus outside of Carmichael to provide warmth to those in need. Food donations are needed immediately.
There is a sign-up website at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4CAAA829A7F4CE9-46992524-warm Please join others across Regina to provide a warm welcome to your neighbours.
For further information: see the attachment or contact the Warm Welcome Coalition co-chairs, Russell Mitchell-Walker and Madison Massier, warmwelcomeregina@gmail.com
MMICC is participating. More information to follow.
LICCF presents RUTH in 5 sessions Sundays 6:30-8:00 MST Starts Jan 7, 2024
Bring along: a translation of the book of Ruth from the Hebrew scriptures;
a notebook for your responses
THE STUDY
The character Ruth is known widely for her spoken line to her mother-in-law Naomi, “Wherever you will go, I will go,” but what is the rest of the story about these biblical widows? How is this narrative in four chapters a teacher and a light for us in today’s world of border-crossers, the often-heard sentiment that “things should stay the way they’ve always been,” and women’s role in society, in the Church? Join us (LICCF) for 5 Sunday evenings to pray with, reflect on, and discuss the book of Ruth with audio commentary by Pádraig Ó Tuama, theologian, and written excerpts from Avivah Gottlieb Zornberg’s chapter on Ruth in her book The Murmuring Deep: Reflections on the Biblical Unconscious.
REGISTER
Please register at the website LICCF.ca at the “Bible Study” tab to get on the email list for materials. One week or so prior to each zoom gathering, Teresa will send out her study questions and the commentary to prepare for the gathering.
CIRCLES on Zoom, an exercise in listening.
We’ll use a “circle” format in breakout rooms. At the start, someone establishes an order of participant names for each round. Always allow for a “pass” and “return” to the participant if desired. Someone reads the question for that round. Each person responds in order without interruption or cross talk. Quiet is welcome. After sharing on the question, a final round offers people a chance to mention something that touched them, that they wonder about, are grateful for or that they noticed (not a discussion per se).
ZOOM LINK Repeating for 5 Sunday nights https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83332781787
STARTS January 7 and runs weekly until February 4 6:30 – 8:30 MST 8:30-10 PM ET
Jan 7 Introduction: Lectio divina, Pádraig Ó Tuama audio commentary, sharing.
Jan 14 Session 1 Ruth Chapter 1 with lectio divina, short audio and sharing.
Jan 21 Session 2 Ruth Chapter 2 with lectio divina, short audio and sharing.
Jan 28 Session 3 Ruth Chapter 3 with lectio divina, short audio and sharing.
Feb 4 Session 4 Ruth Chapter 4 with lectio divina, short audio and sharing.
Recurring event -- BODY PRACTICE: My Grandmother's Hands
Teresa Elder Hanlon leads 15 min. of body practice for latent trauma in the body, often stored generationally. Tuesday and Saturday mornings at 9:00 am MT.
Join us here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81456029918
Meeting ID 814 5602 9918
| Dates reserved for MMICC Ministry Team meetings |
Faith Enrichment Team Meetings: February 2, 13, 20, 27 at 10:00 am CST.
Liturgy Team Meeting: January 19th at 4:00 pm CST and January 31st at 4:00 pm CST.
(Ministry Team leaders are asked to reserve dates for meetings after checking here and above to see whether the dates conflict with dates already chosen by other Teams or dates of Community events. Please send notice of dates by using the comments form below.)
| MMICC Library |
See MMICC library list of over 2,000 volumes on Church Reform, Feminism, Indigenous, Religion, Spirituality, Scripture, Theology.
| Prayer requests |
Please pray for Judith sister: Elizabeth Jane, who died on January 27th.
Please pray for relatives of Jackie and Gerry: Margaret Luhning, who died January 25th; Margaret's husband, Alf, who predeceased her; and, Larry, their son, who died in June of 2023.
Please pray for a relative of Jane and Felix: Bernie Schroeder, who died on January 21st.
Special requests for prayer at the Eucharist on January 14th
Bob Couchene's birthday today.
For people who are mourning at this time, especially those whose loved ones died over the Christmas season.
Peace in Ukraine and Palestine
For our Sisters (RNDM) in Myanmar in Sitwe, Rakine (the State); very unsettled politically. violence and uncertainly prevail.
For the repose of the soul of Karen Schauenberg who died from cancer last week.
For peace in our hearts and in the world.
Prayers of the People at the Eucharist on January 14th:
P: Let us pray this day for the many needs of our world as we say: Gracious God/de, hear us.
V7: We pray for our Church that we, who proclaim the Gospel by our lives, will speak words of compassion, love and healing.
All: Gracious God/de, hear us.
We pray for all community leaders, faith leaders and all those involved in the work of justice within the church and throughout the world, that they use their
powerful voices to work towards peace and equity for the inclusive human family.
All: Gracious God/de, hear us.
We pray for all who carry burdens -- the victims of war, poverty, illness, and loss, that they be consoled with an awareness of Divine Love and the knowledge
that others are praying for and with them and working for them in whatever ways we can.
All: Gracious God/de, hear us.
We pray for truth, reconciliation and healing for all who have been harmed in the name of Christ and the Church.
All: Gracious God/de, hear us.
We pray for all those here today and for all who are connected to our community – that we might overflow with a sense of gratitude for God’s faithfulness, and
that we may speak words of generosity and love.
All: Gracious God/de, hear us.
We pray for our world, for needs arising from climate change, and for all of Mother Earth.
All: Gracious God/de, hear us.
For those who have asked us to pray for them and others – in the chat, on the bulletin board, and in our own hearts.
All: Gracious God/de, hear us.
P: God/de of all, we turn to you who are loving and who always hears us. Help us in our turn to hear you so that we can be who you call us to be and to
respond in faithfulness and service. We pray to you through your Son Jesus and in the unity of the Holy Spirit. All: Amen.
Rod is shaken up but no serious injuries. Sandy did not fare so well. As of Thursday morning she has not regained consciousness, and last night (Wednesday) was waiting in emergency for an ICU bed. She suffered major trauma to the right side of her body, fracturing her arm and leg in several place, and sustained injury to her liver and spleen. She has been seen by the surgeon, and it sounds like she was not stable enough to undergo surgery yet. She is in for a long and complicated recovery, if she can get through the next few days.
A request also for prayers for the other driver and any passengers in that vehicle.
The support of the community is greatly appreciated by Kathy and all the family who are gathered around Rod and Sandy at this time.
We are here for one another.
Jane
Jane K. requests: Please remember in your prayers the family of one of my sisters-in-law, Helen. Her brother, Richard, and his wife, Sarah, were in a serious automobile accident in Jasper, Indiana. Richard died a few days later.
Prayers
of the People of God at the Eucharist on January 1st -- Solemnity of Mary the Mother of God
P: On this World Day of Prayer for Peace and the Solemnity of Mary, and recognizing the Holy Family, we humbly but earnestly bring our prayer and ask that you receive them, O God:
For families represented by all forms of parents, caregivers, and guardians, that all love their children unselfishly and guide them to live in truth, wholeness, and justice, recognizing their dignity as children of God, as well as the responsibility that it brings, we pray: R.
For healing in families divided in their relationships, and for nurturing and sustaining love to be recognized, from which all actions flow, we pray: R.
For families separated by poverty, addictions, war, disaster, displacement, immigration, and for those who are destroyed by prejudice or victimized by the arrogance or power-seeking of others, we pray: R.
For families who are mourning the loss of loved ones during this time of Emmanuel, to recognize and be consoled by love and compassion, we pray: R
For the Earth and the whole family of creation, that all recognize and work to heal the pain and destruction caused by uncaring, unheeding, or thoughtlessness of humanity, we pray: R.
And for all those gathered here as a family in Christ – those present in person and those present in spirit – for us to be able to live our lives from the gospel of Peace. And for peace in the whole world, we pray: R.
P: With grateful hearts and faith in the knowledge of your goodness, we offer our prayers to you, God of overflowing goodness. You know our needs even before we ask. In your compassion and love, hear our prayers and answer them in Jesus’ name.
R. Amen.
Prayers
Of The People For Christmas (Christmas Eve Eucharist)
P: As we celebrate the coming of Jesus among us, as one of us, let us lift up our prayers with deep faith, with deep hope, and with deep rejoicing.
R: We Pray To You, Incarnate God/de.
V: For the victims of war and violence in places throughout the world, especially
the children, the refugees, and those who are sick, that they receive timely and compassionate care…. R./
That world leaders will sincerely seek ways to lasting peace in places where there is war and political instability, especially in Israel and Palestine, in Ukraine and Russia, in Darfur and other African nations, and elsewhere… R./
For those who feel the darkness of captivity by grief, loneliness, depression or addictions: that they may find a little piece of light in our caring, and courage and support to accept the liberation you offer… R./
For those who work with the poor, those without shelter, the hungry, and many others, that they many be strengthened to continue their work of love, as they remember that these were the people among whom you walked. R./
For all members of our Mary of Magdala community, local and on-line: that they be richly blessed in their needs and that we might listen deeply for the inner voice of God/de within and respond to you calling with gracious and generous hearts. R./
P: For whom do you wish to pray? (Pause)
O Holy Womb of God/de, with grateful hearts we lift our prayers to you. In your love and mercy hear and answer them. Birth each of us into your image and likeness that Christ may again reveal your love and concern to our world. We ask this in the name of Jesus our brother. All: Amen.
| Celebrations/Birthdays/Anniversaries |
- Louise S. - January 4th
- Teresa H. - January 21st
- Kathy C. - January 22nd
- Margaret M. - January 24th
Anniversaries
| fyi |
It has been suggested that we honour our beloved Sr. Patricia with a memorial fund. Donations will go to local Truth and Reconciliation projects with which she was involved.
Since she considered us her parish, the though is that ministry to the Indigenous people of Regina was truly her mission among us and that it would be a special way we could honour her and her memory.
If you would like to contribute to this memorial fund, donations may be made
by e-transfer to mmiccRegina@gmail.com
by cheque upon request for the street address by writing to mmiccRegina@gmail.com
via PayPal by clicking on this link: paypal.com/paypalme/MaryOfMagdala
Eulogy for Patricia Orban -- November 23, 2023 -- Video of Mass of Christian Burial (preceeded by 11 minutes of photos of Sr. Patricia's life)
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2023 Donations from MMICC to Charities
Development & Peace 200
Regina Food Bank 100
KAIROS 100
Indigenous Christian Fellowship 100
Sophia House - 2nd Stage Women's Shelter 105
LuLu's Lodge -Housing support 2SLGBTQ+ 100
Carmichael Outreach - support for homeless 100
Canadian Cancer Society - memorial donation 50
RCWP Canada 250
Angry Tias & Abuelas - migrant & refugee assistance 233.84
Warm Welcome (proceeds from AdventVoice concert) 160
Total 1498.84
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Total 252
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