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PARISH PROGRAMS AND GROUPS 2006 – 2007
SUNDAY SCHOOL For children ages 4 – 6 during the 11:00 a.m. liturgy only. Children will learn about Jesus through Bible stories, songs and crafts. For more information, please contact Mavis at the parish office (343-6516). REGISTRATION: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11TH at 6:30 P.M. Church Auditorium.
JUNIOR CHOIR Music Ministry for children in Grade 1 – Grade 8. Learn new songs, meet new friends, involvement during the Divine Liturgy. MONDAY EVENINGS 6:15 – 6:50 P.M. For more information, please contact Andrea Swann at 931-3705. REGISTRATION: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th at 6:30 p.m. Church Auditorium.
PRE-COMMUNION CLASSES Grade 1 children – This program introduces the child to the gradual discovery of the world in the light of faith. The aim is to help the child slowly acquire a sense of inward meaning in the things of their world and to discover God at the heart of their daily experiences. A pre-requisite for Solemn Holy Communion/Reconciliation. YOUR CHILD MUST ATTEND THIS CLASS IF HE/SHE WILL BE PREPARING TO RECEIVE SOLEMN HOLY COMMUNION THE FOLLOWING YEAR (2008). MONDAY EVENINGS 7:00 – 8:00 P.M. For more information, please contact Mavis at the parish office (343-6516). REGISTRATION: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th at 6:30 P.M. Church Auditorium. REGISTRATION FEE: $25.00
PRE-COMMUNION PARENT PROGRAM As your child begins preparation to receive the holy mysteries of Eucharist and Reconciliation, he/she will have questions and will look to you for guidance. Parent sessions provide information, inspiration and opportunity for discussion to help you and your child grow in faith. You are automatically registered for these classes when your child is enrolled in the Pre-Communion Classes. The parent sessions are held during your child’s class time but not as often as your child’s classes. For more information, please contact Mavis at the parish office (343-6516). Parent text: $20.00
First Reconciliation/Solemn Holy Communion Program
– This program is for sacramental preparation and is required for Grade 2 children. They will learn about being “Children of Light.” The Mystery of Reconciliation will be covered before Christmas; the Mystery of the Eucharist, after Christmas. IF YOUR CHILD HAS NOT COMPLETED THE PRE-COMMUNION CLASSES, HE/SHE WILL BE REQUIRED TO POSTPONE THEIR SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION UNTIL GRADE 3. MONDAY EVENINGS – 7:00 – 8:00 P.M. For more information, please contact Mavis at the parish office (343-6516). REGISTRATION: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th at 6:30 p.m. Church Auditorium. REGISTRATION FEE: $20.00
First Reconciliation/Solemn Holy Communion Parent Program As your child continues to grow in faith through their preparations for the holy mysteries, he/she will continue to need your support and guidance. These parent sessions will focus more on the sacraments and helping your child prepare for them. You are automatically registered for these sessions when your child is enrolled in the First Reconciliation/Solemn Holy Communion Program. The parent sessions are held during your child’s class time, but not as often as your child’s classes. For more information, please contact Mavis at the parish office (343-6516). Parent text: $20.00
Children of Mary Girls who are 8 years and older and have made their Solemn Holy Communion are invited for membership (Grade 3 – 8). The girls learn about Mary, feast days, the Rosary, and they assist in liturgical ceremonies. The program also provides social and educational activities. DESIGNATED MONDAY EVENINGS from 7:00 – 8:00 P.M. For more information, please contact Vera Olenick at 374-9322. REGISTRATION: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th at 6:30 P.M. Church Auditorium. REGISTRATION FEE: TBA
Altar Servers Boys who are 8 years and older and have made their Solemn Holy Communion are invited to become members (Grade 3 – 12). The boys assist our priests with liturgies. There are provisions for social and athletic activities in their program. DESIGNATED MONDAY EVENINGS 7:00 – 8:00 P.M. For more information, please contact Vern Lockert at 343-1317. REGISTRATION: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th at 6:30 P.M. Church Auditorium REGISTRATION FEE: TBA
Junior U.C.Y. – Looking for interested youth in Grade 7 and 8. The aim of this group is to assist in their growth issues through spiritual and social interaction. Two Fridays each month TBA 8:00 – 10:00 P.M. To find out more about this exciting group, please contact Mike and Carrie Yurchuk at 651-3696. REGISTRATION: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th at 6:30 P.M. Church Auditorium REGISTRATION FEE: $15.00
Youth/Young Adults Choir – Music Ministry aimed at high school to post-secondary age group. We want to expand our music ministry to include musical instruments as well as broaden the repertoire of the choir. For more information, please contact Laurie Friesen at 244-7720.
U.C.Y. (Ukrainian Catholic Youth) - is a group designed for youth in our parish from grades 9 – 12. The group is involved with singing at liturgies and volunteering at various functions within our parish. We also have spiritual retreats and provincial youth weekends like “Winterfest”. For more information, please contact Gayle Lockert at 343-1317 or Joan Thomson at 384-000.
Liguori Circle – This is an opportunity for young adults (18-35) to meet to share faith and friendship. Monthly gatherings offer opportunities for meeting and socializing with other young adults and sharing everyday experiences from a faith perspective through guest speakers and group discussion. For more information, contact Michelle at 1-877-582-6823, or ukryvm@aol.com.
Confraternity of Our Mother of Perpetual Help – meet WEDNESDAY EVENINGS AT 6:30 P.M. for rosary and special devotions to our Lady. Monthly meetings held on the first Wednesday of every month following the rosary. New members are always welcome. For more information, please contact Phyllis Gutiw at 373-1485.
Ministry of Pastoral Care – was established as a formal means of outreach and support with the parish community. For more information, please contact Grace Lashyn at 374-6304.
Bible Study – will begin in the fall for those interested. For more information, please contact Henry and Iris Spilchuk at 374-3620.
Ss. Peter and Paul Church Choir We invite – those people who wish to sing the liturgies formally in English and Ukrainian are invited to join the choir. Details and practice times are available from the director, Paul Hnenny at 249-0196.
Ss. Peter and Paul English Choir We welcome those interested in learning to sing some new music are invited to join. The primary focus of the choir is to encourage congregational participation during the English liturgies. For more information, please contact the directress, Dianne Boyko at 242-7380.
Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League of Canada (UCWLC) It is an organization open to all women of the parish. This organization offers spiritual, social, education and cultural activities. Meetings are held the third Thursday of every month. For more information, please contact Olga Salewich at 382-3256 or Helen Adamko at 374-9229.
Ss. Peter and Paul Parish Council Knights of Columbus #11775 A Catholic Men’s Fraternity upholding the ideals of Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism. Meetings are held every month. For more information, please contact Peter Szydlowski at 934-5582.
Ss. Peter and Paul Seniors Organization It is open to parishioners over 50 years of age. This group holds a monthly business meeting and sponsors various social and fraternal activities. For more information, please contact Adeline Lasiuk at 653-5198.
Baptismal Program It is presented by two lay couples from our parish. It is a one evening workshop and includes a discussion of the meaning of Baptism and Chrismation, the ceremony, its significance, with an emphasis being placed on the role and commitment of the parents in providing the spiritual growth of their child. This program should be completed before the birth of the child. For more information, please contact Marcie at the parish office at 343-6516.
Marriage Preparation Couples intending to be married at Ss. Peter and Paul should notify the priests of their intention at least 6 months in advance. Engaged couples will participate in a 6-session program beginning in February 2004. This program is facilitated by a team of married couples from Ss. Peter and Paul. Couples are strongly encouraged to take part in an Engaged Encounter weekend as well. For more information, please contact the parish office at 343-6516.
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