Highlights

• Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament in the Adoration Chapel Starting on Tuesday, April 5th at 9 am we will begin to expose the Blessed Sacrament in the Adoration Chapel rather than in the church body.  We are limiting the adorers to 2 in the Chapel (unless of the same household).  Those currently scheduled, as well as new adorers / returning adorers, please call Don at 519-364-1185 to book or confirm your committed hour.  We will look at extending it into the evening if sufficient adorers are in place.
• Update on Parish Liturgies / Life   Be informed about what changes have taken place as we transition into ‘Fully Re-open”  This also includes important information regarding Children’s Liturgy & Altar Serving

Update on Parish Liturgies / Life

Masks are no longer required in any churches, parish offices, meeting spaces and parish halls in the Diocese of Hamilton.  While they are no longer required, we must respect those who chose to continue wearing masks because of personal choice.

Our churches are now open for full capacity; physical distancing is no longer required.  Once again, we must be sensitive to those who wish to be seated apart because of personal choice.

Celebrations of the Children’s Liturgy of the Word are permitted.   *1

Altar Servers are permitted. *2

Gifts of Bread & Wine may be presented as was the custom prior to the  beginning of the pandemic.

For the time being, masks or shields are to be worn by Priests and others when distributing Communion.  This will ensure both safety and comfort for all who come forward for Communion.

For the time being, those who wish to receive Communion on the tongue are asked to come forward after the rest of the assembly has received Communion on the hand.

Communion from the Chalice is not permitted at this time.

Notes

*1  Those who would like to have their children take part in the Children’s Liturgy program (9 am Mass only) contact the parish office.  PH 519-364-1973 EMAIL  info@holyfamily.ca  We would like to know the number of children, we might expect.

Also prayerfully consider helping the parish re-start the program by getting involved on a rotating schedule.  All parishioners are welcome to volunteer for this important ministry.  Let us know you are interested and a member from the screening committee will contact you with more info.

*2  Children (who have received first communion) & Youth are invited to sign up for the Altar Server Ministry.  Please pick up a sign up form from the Narthex.

Mid-Week Lenten Worship

Location:  Wednesdays at 12 noon, at St. Mathew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church 356 9th St. This year’s Ministerial Lenten Worship Series is Themed:  United in Christ for Others  Fr. Emmanuel will be presenting on Wed. April 6th.

All Free-will offerings will be sent to support the People of Ukraine through Canada Lutheran World Relief.It’s a wonderful opportunity to come together with our brothers & sisters in Christ!

Year of the Family Speaker Series

Learn more & register:  amorislaetitia.hamiltondiocese. com or Contact Family Ministry Office 905-528-7988  ext 2249

Reminder: Synod Questionnaire

Due March 28th.  All are encourage to Share Your Voice.  More info:  hamiltondiocese.com/synod

Donations to the Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis   More info

Girls Group

Each Thursday during lent, Holy Family is organizing a girl’s group in the Lenhard room from 4:30 – 5:30.  All girls aged 9 – 12 are invited.  The girls will do a craft, then have a teaching and a time of sharing.  No experience of faith is necessary.  There will be 7 sessions, one every Thursday until Easter. For more information text or call Niki Billington at 705-491-5998

Advertize with us!

Our bulletin production is supported with business advertizing on the back cover of our printed copy and on our website.  Call the parish office at 364-1973 if you would like to know more about purchasing space.

This Sunday’s Gospel

Luke 15: 1-3, 11-32

• How have you experienced God as similar to this father?
• When have you been like the older brother, quietly resentful of God’s lavishness to less deserving people?  Why?
• What small step can you take to reconcile with someone, or some harbored feelings this week?

This Week’s Schedule & Mass Intentions