St. Clare Updates for
Sept. 18 - Oct. 1, 2021
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This year due to the pandemic we are just about to relaunch our Project Advance Campaign 2021.
We needed to collect $49,500 for the Diocese, which by the way, we have already done! That means that whatever we raise from now until the end of year will stay here. Our dream is to address our church mortgage debt as much as we can. We also plan to allocate some part of our Project Advance funds to pay for an upgrade to our church sound system.
There is not a cheap or simple solution to fixing our sound system, but we want to make some changes or add some speakers or sound panels to absorb echoes. Whatever we do, we definitely need to make our sound system work better!
You should receive my letter along with a pledge by the end of next week. If not, please contact our parish office.
We count on your participation! It is not just about donating but being part of a big project where we all share some of our time, talent and treasure! Please be part of it!
Remember every gift makes a difference and every gift is important.
Fr. Maciej
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We have now resumed all our in person masses as allowed under BC's Restart Program, Step 3.
With this, Archbishop J. Michael Miller, CSB has reinstated the obligation to attend mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation.
Also as per the Archbishop’s request, we have moved to mandatory mask-wearing effective immediately when attending mass. And as per the public health order, masks are also required in the Parish Centre unless you are eating or drinking.
As has always been the case, anyone with a “serious reason” or “grave cause” is excused from this obligation.
In the case of the coronavirus pandemic, such reasons include:
- anyone who is sick, symptomatic, or has been recently exposed to the coronavirus;
- anyone with significant health risk factors that requires them to avoid public spaces
- anyone who cares for someone with significant risk factors;
- anyone who cannot attend Mass through no fault of their own because of frailty or old age.
OUR MASS SCHEDULE IS :
DAILY MASSES Monday through Saturday at 9:00am and
WEEKEND MASSES Saturday at 5:00pm
and on Sunday at 8:30am, 11:00am and 5:00pm
There is also a Spanish mass at 6:30pm on Sunday
We have also added the Morning Office/Breviary at 8:30am from Monday through Saturday. Everyone is welcome to join in.
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Daily Masses Monday through Friday at 9:00am
Weekend Mass at 5:00pm on Saturday
All of these are posted on YouTube and Facebook 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". These simple moves makes us easier to find on the web.
You can participate in all of our online masses by clicking on the links provided above or by going to our website, www.stclare.ca and clicking on the link provided.
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Wedding, Baptisms and Funerals |
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Since the limitations have been lifted on religious gatherings and worship services, attendance restrictions at Weddings, Funerals and Baptisms have also been lifted. Please contact the office to make arrangements. |
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OUR CONFESSION SCHEDULE IS AS FOLLOWS:
- Before morning mass at 8:45am and after morning mass at 9:30am, Monday through Saturday. No registration or appointment is necessary.
Confessions are now heard in the Crying Room (by the washrooms on the east side of the church) NOT in the confessional.
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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 at Pre-Authorized Form and returning it with a void cheque to the office. Pre-authorized payments are withdrawn directly from your bank account once a month on the 1st.
Please do not forget 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 Collection Basket, mail it or bring it in person. The form must be in the office by the 20th of the month in order for it to be effective on the 1st of the month following.
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In order to help facilitate the offertory for
St Clare of Assisi Parish, the Archdiocese created an Online Offertory page for either one time or reoccurring monthly or weekly donations using a debit or credit card. Click on the heading above to go to the secure page.
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Donations at Church
If you wish to continue to make your donation at mass, please note that we will not be passing around the collection baskets at this time. Please leave your donation to the church in one of the 2 boxes at the back of the church either when you enter or when you leave.
Second Collections - When there is a Second Collection, one of the collection boxes at the back will be specifically labeled for the that collection. Envelopes should be clearly marked and can be put in either box but cash donations in the Second Collection box will be passed on for that purpose.
If you have not yet picked up your envelopes for 2021 they are in the lobby of the church. Please call the office at 604-941-4800 if you cannot find them. Envelopes for 2022 will be issued in November.
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We are grateful to all those who have supported Project Advance. Each and every gift is important. As of July 31st we had received $128,975. Our goal from the diocese is $49,500 so that means that we will be able to put $79,475 towards our mortgage.
You can give online at projectadvance.ca, by phone at 604-683-0281 ext. 50323, or in-person at our parish’s office. Thank you so much for your support.
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Project Advance 2021: Our Way Forward – Marriage Mentorship
The second of a 4-part short video series that highlights projects supported by Project Advance 2021: Our Way Forward.
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Ethical Concerns Related to Vaccines |
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Catholics are invited to be vaccinated, both in keeping with the dictates of their conscience and in contributing to the common good by promoting the health and safety of others. All COVID-19 vaccines that are medically approved by the relevant health authorities may be licitly received by Catholics. Since there is currently no choice of vaccine being offered, Catholics in good conscience may receive the vaccine that is available and offered to them. Read more at rcav.org/coronavirus
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SUNDAY, October 3rd at 2:00pm
Please bring all your animals to this special occasion. We will be accepting donations of pet food, towels, collars, leashes, cash etc. which will be given to a local animal shelter. Thank you.
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Altar serving provides opportunities for young people (boys and girls who have received their first confession and communion) to actively participate in the Mass.
There will be an altar server training session on Saturday, October 2nd from 11:00AM-12:30PM in the church. All experienced and new altar servers are welcome. Please email Victoria at teovictoria@icloud.com to register.
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DISCOVERING A DEEPER RELATIONSHIP WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT
St. Clare of Assisi is offering a 14 week (14 sessions) religious program (in person) for Catholic Adults seeking a deeper relationship with the Holy Spirit. This is held on Tuesday's in the Parish Centre at 7:00pm and started on Sept. 14th.
If you would like to discover the Holy Spirit who has been revealed to us by Jesus Christ and who leads us to our heavenly Father, please join us.
The evening consists of a video with Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR speaking on an attribute of the Holy Spirit, a practical application on how to respond to the Holy Spirit and testimonies of
people from across the country whose lives have been impacted by the Spirit of God. After the video we have coffee and a short table discussion. You can expect to be finished by around 8:00pm.
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PREP HAS BEGUN!
Our opening Mass was last Wednesday and in class sessions start next Wednesday, September 22nd.
If you have not registered your child yet please do so ASAP. Our Confirmation class is already full this year.
PREP or the Parish Religious Education Program teaches children who do not attend a Catholic school about their faith and prepares them to receive the Sacraments of First Communion and Confirmation. Our classes are held September through May on Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm to 7:45pm for Grades 1 through 7.
All teachers are volunteers and work in teams either teaching, co-teaching or assisting. We welcome anyone who has heard God calling them to this opportunity to teach our faith to the children.
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RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
RCIA sessions have started, but it’s not too late to register for our program We meet every Thursday from 7 – 9 pm in the Parish Centre basement. The sessions are open to Christians and non-Christians who are interested in learning more about the Catholic faith.
Parishioners are also welcome and masks are required.
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
To kick-off another grace-filled working year, St. Clare's Knights of Columbus Council invites you, your families and friends to another Knight's Mass September 21st at 7pm. Mark your calendar!
"It had the right combination of Mass, a homily for Knights, Rosary, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Prayers for the canonization of [our founder Blessed Michael] McGivney."
The first general meeting of this fraternal year for our Knights will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 28th at 7pm via zoom.
For information on the Knights of Columbus please visit our websites at kofc.org and kofcbc.org. If you are interested in becoming a Knight please email
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CATHOLIC WOMEN'S LEAGUE OF CANADA (CWL) |
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Everyone is invited to join us daily
7:30 pm, Online
Contact
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MOTHERS' PRAYER GROUP
We are having virtual meetings every week. If you are interested in joining us or would like to know more about Mothers Prayers, please contact Thelma Rose at (604) 464-3383 or email Thelma at glenthel@shaw.ca
Mothers Prayers was started by two grandmothers in England in 1995. For more information, please visit:
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While the Covid pandemic continues around the world the care for people undergoing treatment for cancer also continues.
A prayer shawl is a shawl that has been knitted or crocheted within our parish for someone who is facing treatment for cancer. 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 warmth, peace, strength and comfort. Shawls are available by donation.
If you know of someone undergoing treatment for cancer and who would benefit from receiving a prayer shawl, within our parish or beyond, please contact Laura at 604-944-9064 or ccml@telus.net
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OFFICE HOURS
Monday to Friday from 10am to 3pm
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ADVERTISERS IN OUR BULLETIN
There is an advertiser section at the bottom of today's bulletin. Please support these businesses as they support your parish. Clicking on their ad will take you to their web page.
If you are interested in advertising your company in our bulletin, please contact the office at stclareofassisi@shaw.ca or call 604-941-4800.
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Food for Thought . . . and for the Soul
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Undoubtedly, the Gospel question still ringing in our ears from September 12 (24th Sunday) is "Who Do You Say I Am?", asked by Jesus himself. How do you answer today?
"It is a question," the Pope said, that “calls for more than a quick answer straight out of the catechism.” Instead, “it requires a vital personal response.”
Let us pray:
"Father, give us the faith of St Peter to profess with words and way of life your Son Jesus as the Christ. Draw us into humble communion with the Church that we not walk apart from Christ but find our fulfillment in getting behind him and following his way of the Cross which leads to resurrection.
Amen"
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Did You Know that September is Holy Angels Month?
The well-researched site CatholicCulture.org presents information on the Feast of Saints Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, Archangels (September 29).
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October 1 marks the feast of one of our favourite modern saints who goes under so many names: St Thérèse of Lisieux, St Thérèse of the Child Jesus & the Holy Face, the Little Flower of Jesus, and la petite Thérèse. The Basilica of Lisieux is the second most popular place of pilgrimage in France after Lourdes. In her last eighteen months in the cloistered Carmel at Lisieux she fell into a night of faith, in which she is said to have felt Jesus was absent and to have been tormented by doubts that God existed. Therese died at the age of 24 from tuberculosis. Yet look at her impact 125 years later!
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"She vowed to spend her eternity doing good on earth. Her mission is to help us love God for God’s sake, as Thérése loves God, with complete trust and absolute self-surrender." And today, so may of us can attest to the efficacy of prayers made to St Thérése.
St Thérése of Lisieux, pray for us.
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If you wish to book a Mass Intention please email the office 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 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.
The suggested offering for a mass intention is not less than $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. Please DO NOT use a collection envelope but put it in a regular envelope clearly marked for what it is for. This offering will go to the priest who says the mass, not to the church.
If you are unable to use email, mass intentions can be phoned in at 604-941-4800.
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Please pray for the sick of our Parish
Noah Zanatta, Bob Roy, 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, Marcel Quaghebeur, Mazoe Kaufman, Cindy Mazerolle-Kass, Anna Figura, Ed Garcia, Viray Family, Walter Banke, Etheen Lowry, Elizabeth Teixeira, Reema Ferreira, Terry McDonald, Andrew De Boda, Maurice Quaghebeur, Henry Sicking, Hari Vijay, Peggy Maas, Chad Galitzky, Al Trotter, Pat Dizy, Wieslawa Dziuba, Brett Lawrence, Norman Schuster, Brenda Haines and all recipients of St. Clare’s Prayer Shawls.
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Archbishop Carney Secondary
Garage Sale - Donations Needed
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Please support one of Archbishop Carney Regional Secondary School’s vital fundraising events with your donations, while clearing clutter at home. |
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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 1-604-826-2818. St. Clare's Monastery, Box 3370, Mission, B.C. V2V 4J5
They have had contact with some of you with "Go-to-Meeting" but they hope to be able to welcome you again for afternoons of prayer at their monastery. Please let them know if you would like to join them. Thank you.
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Of Interest from the Diocese |
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Catholic Faith in Plain English
Learn about the rich teachings and practices of our Catholic Faith from Father Vincent Hawkswell and Maureen Creelman in their course “The Catholic Faith in Plain English”. This free, 36 week-long course will once again be offered online this year. This course is suitable for all adult learners including Catholics and non-Catholics. No pre-registration required. Begins Sunday, September 19 at 9:00 a.m. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events
Into the Deep: God's Love Revealed - An Exodus to Discover Through Faith
Join us to hear Father Hien’s journey of faith at our September Into the Deep session. Father Hien will share how he experienced God's plan through the storyline of the Fall of Communism, as he lived on a boat, escaped Vietnam, experienced the life of a refugee, and settled in Canada.
The story will be highlighted with some of the small miracles that happen to him and his family along the way. Friday, September 24 at 7:00 p.m. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events
World Day of Migrants and Refugees 2021: Towards An Ever Wider "We"
Join us for our 10th annual celebration of the World Day of Migrants and Refugees. This will be the 107th year the Catholic Church has celebrated this special day world-wide! Mass will be on Sunday, September 26, 2021, at 2:30 p.m., at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Cathedral.
All who join us in-person are invited (but not required) to dress in the traditional clothing of your country of origin, which will help show the blessing of diversity we have in the Archdiocese of Vancouver. We hope you can join us in-person or online. Sunday, September 26 at 2:30 p.m. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events
The Letters of St. Paul - A Four-Part Series with Fr. Nick Meisl
In this introductory session, we will explore the remarkable life and mission of St. Paul. Join us as we investigate the fascinating biography of Paul and the tumultuous world in which he lived. Paul is an inspiring example for us in our own journey of discipleship. Saturday, October 2 at 7:00 p.m. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events
Pro-Life Mass and Prayer Vigil
Monthly Mass and vigil to pray for respect for all human life from its beginning to its natural end. Please join your voice with ours as we pray on the first Saturday of each month at a different parish for a new culture of life. Saturday, October 2 at 9:30 a.m. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events
CCJS Prison Ministry Support and Development Day
Plans are being made to reopen the federal and provincial institutions, come to learn more about the exciting things happening! All are welcome to join us for this special event to find out about the Archdiocese's prison ministry and how you can become involved in serving those in prison and those released. We will have a variety of speakers and testimonies including Archbishop Miller offering our keynote address. Saturday, October 2 at 9:30 a.m. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events
HRC Young Adults Holy Hour Happy Hour
We welcome you to Holy Rosary Cathedral for a Holy Hour, a peaceful time to connect with Jesus, followed by a social event for young adults in their 20s and 30s. Come spend time with God, experiencing His loving Presence and bringing your prayers and praises to Him before the Blessed Sacrament. Friday, October 15 at 8:00 p.m. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events
St. Monica's Mission Holy Hour
Many parents are grieving the loss of their adult child’s faith in the Catholic Church. This Year of the Family is an ideal time of grace for parents to pray, fast, and sacrifice for their adult children’s conversion.
Through St. Monica's Mission, A Prayerful Journey of Perseverance and Hope, parents are invited to join our monthly Holy Hours on the Third Friday of the month at various parishes across the Archdiocese. Friday, October 15 at 6:00 p.m.
Making Sense of Anxiety in Children and Youth
A Dr. Gordon Neufeld video course with discussion facilitated by Kevin Bredeman, M.A. The escalating level of anxiety in our children begs for an explanation as well as a solution. Dr. Neufeld sheds light on this age-old problem, paving the way for natural interventions that can actually get to the root causes as opposed to just managing symptoms. Although the focus is on children, this enlightening material will benefit anyone suffering from anxiety. Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. beginning September 22.
Year of the Family
From March 19, 2021 through June 26, 2022 the church celebrates five years since the publication of the Apostolic Exhortation Amoris Laetitia on the beauty and joy of love in the family. Pope Francis announced that this is a special year dedicated to the family.
“This special Year is an opportunity to deepen further the content of the document Amoris laetitia, through proposals and pastoral tools. These will be made available to ecclesial communities and families, to accompany them on their journey.”
Year of St. Joseph
Pope Francis announced a Year of St. Joseph, beginning Dec. 8, 2020 and ending Dec. 8, 2021, in honour of the 150th anniversary of the saint’s proclamation as patron of the Universal Church. The Pope established a Year of St. Joseph, who with the Canadian Martyrs is one of Canada’s patron saints, so that “every member of the faithful, following his example, may strengthen their life of faith daily in the complete fulfillment of God’s will.” Visit rcav.org/stjoseph to learn more.
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Email Fraud Warning
The Archdiocese has received multiple reports from parishioners and priests who have fallen victim to a recent Internet email phishing scam. Imposters, posing as priests and using email addresses that are similar to those of our priests, have been emailing people asking for personal donations, gift cards, and other forms of financial assistance.
Never respond to emails requesting Google Play cards, iTunes cards, or any other form of personal financial assistance, even if it appears to be from a priest, deacon, religious, parish staff or bishop. If you have any doubt, please contact the sender by other means to verify any requests.
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Director of Development
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Vancouver is seeking an experienced, dynamic, professional, full-time Director to lead and direct the development initiatives of the Archdiocese of Vancouver. Reporting to the Delegate, the Director is responsible for leading the implementation of a comprehensive development program (major and planned giving, annual giving, the Archbishop’s Dinner, donor services and other fundraising initiatives) to secure the financial resources required to support the ministries and programs for the 446,611 Catholics of the Archdiocese. He/She must be committed to the Church’s mission and to the principles of Gospel stewardship. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs
Administrative Assistant, Ministries and Outreach Office
The Ministries and Outreach Office is looking for a seasoned administrative professional to provide exceptional support to Coordinator(s) and Project Manager(s) for the successful execution of projects and events as well as the ongoing maintenance of effective programming. This position plays an essential role in the evangelization mission of the church by supporting program development that helps to form true disciples of Jesus Christ. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs
Assistant Coordinator for Adult Faith Formation
The role of Assistant Coordinator will be to help with the strategy and implementation of Ministries & Outreach Office (M&O)’s vision for Adult Faith Formation as directed by the Archbishop of Vancouver. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs
Payroll and Benefits Administrator, Human Resources Office
The Payroll and Benefits Administrator is responsible for managing the timely and accurate processing of payroll and benefits for the staff at John Paul II Pastoral Centre and other Archdiocesan agencies. The incumbent also maintains the payroll system while ensuring all payroll and benefits statutory filings are reported on time and in conformity with regulatory guidelines. The incumbent is the subject matter expert for all payroll related matters for the Archdiocese of Vancouver and provides guidance to parishes and Archdiocesan agencies. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs
Family Services Advisor, Gardens of Gethsemani
The Family Services Advisor (Advisor) provides advice and support to Christian families in making at-need or pre-need burial arrangements. This role provides education, advice and support on burial space arrangements to the family, presenting options and preparing plans. In at-need situations, the Advisor is responsible to coordinate internment scheduling between the funeral director, the family, the pastor, and cemetery grounds staff. This role plays a critical role in contributing to our mission of “preparing the living for the life to come; burying the dead in the Catholic tradition; and providing comfort for the living with compassion and care.” Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs
Finance and Accounting Manager, Gardens of Gethsemani
This position supports the financial well-being of the organization. The role fulfills accounting and managerial reporting, oversees banking, trust fund management and loan management as well as supporting quality assurance on family contracts and all compliance requirements with the Consumer Protection Agency, the Canada Revenue Agency, the Archdiocese and acts as the point person for the annual audit. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs
Employment Opportunities
The Archdiocese of Vancouver is blessed to be made up of a committed core of individuals who are eager to serve in ministry. If you feel called to be a part of this team, you can view our current openings at rcav.org/jobs.
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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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