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Community updates for the coming weeks

View this email in your browser Brace yourselves. In this email we have "ALL THE THINGS!" There's a lot going on in the coming weeks, and while we may say that with almost every Community Update we send, it has never been more true than this week. There are a number of events organized by Canadian Martyrs and our Chaplaincy, but also a few from other organizations that may be of interest. The cause behind this week's "From the Diocese" is especially dear to Sister Mary's heart. Be sure to check it out! IN THIS ISSUE: This Week's Gospel Reading • Night Fever Follow Up • Condolences • Remembrance Day • MACSA Fideles • Stump the Catholic • Gold Mass • Catholic Cafe • Christmas Fair • Newman Night • From the Diocese • Did You Know • Mass Intentions • Liturgy Schedule In preparation for this weekends reading... Night Fever We’re so grateful for each one of you who attended the Night Fever event last Wednesday!   Despite the bad weather, you came out and extended yourselves, so please know that your prayers, the invitation you made, and your witness and joy have already impacted our community in a powerful way. Our condolences to the Judd family upon the passing of their mother, Irene. We hope that in a small way, our thoughts and prayers help through these trying times. May God give you comfort in your time of grief. Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. Loving God, have mercy on your people, and open our hearts to peace and love. Reward all who have died for our country, and grant that Canada and all nations may continue to work for justice and peace. Bless us in our service, and help us to follow your Son, Jesus Christ, who is our Saviour and our Lord for ever and ever. On November 11 at 11:00 am, a member of our community will be in attendance at a gathering to commemorate those names listed on the West Hamilton cenotaph at St. George’s Reformed Episcopal Church, presenting a memorial wreath in remembrance of those who offer their lives in service and defence of our country and freedoms. Join Father Markus as he delves into the mysteries, movements, and prayers of the Mass. The Mass not only brings us together and Catholics but also transports us into the Life, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus. As a great saint once said (paraphrased), “...if we knew the reality of what takes place in the Mass, we would die, but not of fright, we would die out of love for the gift that is ours” Tuesday, November 12th 6:30-8:30 PM  MUSC 203 Catholicism can seem complicated and confusing, but it doesn’t have to be! Come and have your questions answered by a panel of awesome Catholics. All are welcome! Enter your question at this link. These questions will be anonymous (unless you leave your email). As we cannot guarantee that all questions will be answered at Stump the Catholic on November 14th (due to time limits), feel free to leave us your contact info so we can follow up with some helpful resources to answer your question. Homily by father Mark Morley, B.A.Sc, B.A., M.A., M.Div,  Chaplain, University of Guelph Lecturer, Systems Design Engineering, UW  followed by a reception with light refreshments and the official launch of the organizing committee for the Waterloo Student chapter of the Society of Catholic Scientists. Friday, November 15, 2019 @ 7:00 pm St. Michael Church 80 University Ave. W. Attention Mac students, faculty and staff: Fill up your belly and you spirit! Come to the Catholic Cafe on Friday, November 15th from 10:30 am to 11:30 am, in MUSC 230. Come by for free coffee, snacks, and great conversation about relevant Catholic topics. This week’s topic will be “Albert, Aquinas and Friendship” Join Cardinal Collins for Vespers, a talk on Blessed John Henry Newman and a special presentation to Newman Centre Guelph.  The event begins with Vespers with Cardinal Collins at 7:00 pm, followed by a social. Sunday, November 24, 2019 at 7 PM Basilica of Our Lady Immaculate 28 Norfolk Street, Guelph, ON N1H 4H8, Guelph, On Learn about the impact of Nestle water bottling in communities around the world. Water is a human right and a public trust and should never be under the control of private corporations like Nestlé. Learn more about how to take action to protect water and SAY NO TO NESTLÉ water bottling in Ontario. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13 7pm-9pm (doors open at 6:30 pm) St. Joseph’s Church Hall 280 Herkimer Street, Hamilton For more info, email wellingtonwaterwatchers@gmail.com Any Catholic may perform an emergency baptism, such as if a person is in grave danger of death. In such a case, the validity of the baptism only depends upon the wishes of the person being baptized, that they desire the baptism. There are specific guidelines for such practices that Catholics should follow. Anyone wishing to be prepared for such a case should refer to the catechism for a deeper understanding of this allowance. Generally, such practices ought to be left to trained clergy. Read more about it here! So now you know!  Anything you're not sure about? Email us at canadianmartyrshamilton@hamiltondiocese.com with your questions, shower-thoughts and ponderings! If you would like to have a Mass celebrated for a special occasion, on behalf of a family member, a friend, or a deceased loved one, please call the office to have that intention put into the calendar.   This week's intentions: Saturday, November 09, 2018 +Deceased Members of the Maklo, Pretto and Caravaggio Families +Laila Giorgi +Joseph Barbera Tuesday, November 12, 2019 +Father Sardo Wednesday, November 13, 2019 Intentions of Ursula Lach Marynowicz Thursday, November 14, 2019 +Franco DiLoreto Friday, November 15, 2019 Intentions of Yi Fan Wang Click the banner above to see booked mass intentions and all dates that are available to book to pray and remember those who have died or for the needs of our family and friends.   All are welcome to come celebrate with us! Liturgy Schedule Tuesday — Friday 12:30 pm Saturday Vigil 6:00 pm Sunday 11:30 am Sacrament of Reconciliation Tuesday — Friday 12:00 pm Adoration Friday 1:00 pm — 5:00 pm Office Hours Tuesday — Friday 1:30 to 4:30pm Subscribe to receive the latest information including workshops, upcoming events, and news from the Diocese of Hamilton. *Click on the picture to sign up. Copyright © 2019 Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church & Chaplaincy, All rights reserved.