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Office: 200 Boundary Road, Spruce Grove
Mailing Address: Box 3220, Spruce Grove, AB. T7X 3A5
Phone: 780-960-0135
Fax: 780-962-2197
Emergency only: 780-962-5059 or 587-590-0143
Office email: [email protected]
Parish website: www.trinitycatholic.net
Pastor: Father Jan Sobkowicz
Associate Pastor: Father Joselito Cantal
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC CHURCH
WELCOMES YOU—
Weekday Masses: November 26th—December 2
nd
Monday, Nov. 26 6:30 p.m. Mass—Francis McDonald, RIP
(Revelation 14.1-3, 4b-5; Luke 21.1-4)
Tuesday, Nov. 27 6:30 p.m. Mass—Brigid Mulgrew, RIP
(Revelation 14.14-19; Luke 21.5-11)
Adoration begins at 1:00 p.m., Confessions at 5:45;
Benediction at 6:00 followed by Mass at 6:30 p.m.
Wed., Nov. 28 9:30 a.m. Mass—Zenon Losinski, RIP
(Revelation 15.1-4; Luke 21,12-19)
Thursday, Nov. 29 9:30 a.m. Mass—Elaine Broughton, RIP
(Revelation 18.1-2, 21-23; 19.1-3, 9a; Luke 21.20-28)
Friday, Nov. 30 9:30 a.m. Mass—James Woitas, RIP
(Romans 10.9-18; Matthew 4.18-22)
Saturday, Dec. 1 5:00 p.m. Mass—Lawrence Trudeau, RIP
(Jeremiah 33.14-16; 1 Thessalonians 3.12-4.2; Luke 21.25-28, 34-36)
Sunday, Dec. 2 9:00 a.m. Mass—Michael Pietrucha, RIP
11:00 a.m. Mass—Dan Collins, RIP
6:00 p.m. Mass—People of the Parish
Regular Mass Times:
Saturday: 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Confessions:
Tuesday: 5:45—6:30 p.m.
Saturday: 4:00—5:00 p.m.
(or anytime by appointment)
Office Hours
Monday to Friday:
9:00 a.m.—12:00 noon
1:00—4:00 p.m.
Wednesday morning the office is closed from
9:30—10 a.m. allowing the staff to attend Mass. HOLY TRINITY CHRISTMAS CAROL SING-ALONG:
Friday, December 14th at 7:00 p.m. You are invited to join with
the choirs of Holy Trinity for an evening of celebration and a sing
along. Please bring a plate of goodies to share—and join us in the hall
for fellowship following the Sing-along. Please bring an item for the
Food Bank!
ADVENT PENITENTIAL SERVICE: Tuesday, December 18th at 7:00 p.m.
Several priests will be in attendance to hear confessions.
CANDLELIGHT MEMORIAL MASS:
Wednesday, December 19th at 7:00 p.m. This is a beautiful Mass
for everyone who has lost a loved one. All parishioners are welcome to
take part in this Mass. Please bring a plate of goodies to share and join
us in the hall for fellowship and refreshments following the Mass!
November 25th, 2018
Who is my king?
God or self?
BAPTISMS:
Classes are held once a month. Please call
the office for more information.
MARRIAGES:
Couples are asked to give a minimum of six
months’ notice prior to the intended date of
their wedding. Please contact the office
prior to setting the wedding date.
Parish office: 780-960-0135
WEEK AT A GLANCE:
MAIN FLOOR: OL —Our Lady’s Meeting Room; SJ—
St. Joseph Meeting Room; L—Library; C—Church;
Chpl.—Chapel; BR—Board Room.
UPSTAIRS: KC—Knights of Columbus Room; MD—
Martin de Porres Room; KR—Kateri Meeting Room;
UK—Upstairs Kitchen; CR—Class Room; YO—Youth
Office; AR—all rooms upstairs excluding the KC Room.
Monday November 26
5:30 p.m. Life Teen Core—YO
5:30 p.m. Confirmation Class—MD
6:30 p.m. Peg Dolls—KC
7:00 p.m. CWL Book Study—OL
7:00 p.m. Prayer Group—L
Tuesday November 27
5:30 p.m. Confirmation Class—MD
7:10 p.m. Bible Study—OL
Wednesday November 28
10:15 a.m. Woman’s Book Study—OL
5:30 p.m. Challenge/Conquest Prayers—C, H
6:30 p.m. Catechism—AR
7:30 p.m. Choir—C
Thursday November 29
6:00 p.m. RCIC—KR, MD
7:00 p.m. RCIA—OL
Friday November 30
9:00 a.m. Home School—H
10:00 a.m. Healing Shawls—L
2:00 p.m. Canadian Blood Services—H
Saturday December 1
7:00 a.m. Canadian Blood Services—H
9:00 a.m. Church Cleaning Bee—C
3:30 p.m. Carmelite Craft Sale—OL
4:00 p.m. Confessions—C
6:00 p.m. Couples for Christ—H
Sunday December 2
Carmelite Craft Sale—OL
Noon Children’s Liturgy practice—H
7:00 p.m. Life Teen—C, MD, KR, UK, H
MARRIAGE AND FAMILY LIFE:
“Love God, serve God; everything is in that.” St. Clare of Assisi
Advent is almost here! During each weekend of Advent, look for new resources
at the back of the church to enrich this season for you and/or your family.
Grief Group will be meeting on Tuesday, December 4th at 7:15 p.m. in the upstairs kitchen.
You may also want to attend the Candlelight Memorial Mass on Wednesday, December 19th at
7 p.m.
Do you need prayers or support related to childbearing (the joy of a birth; struggle with
natural family planning; the sorrow of miscarriage, stillbirth, abortion or infertility)?
The Mother’s Heart Ministry team wants to help. Contact Carol at 780-964-6957.
If you’re preparing for Consecration to Jesus through Mary you might want to access the
supporting videos by Fr. Michael Gaitley on FORMED, along with a Holy Trinity discussion
group on our site (log in to trinitycatholic.formed.org).
Couples, would you describe your marriage as superabundant? Watch for the “Choice Wine”
Marriage Retreat coming in the New Year, 2019. Give your marriage and each other the gift of
a stronger, happier relationship! If you’re interested in volunteering to help organize and run
the retreat, call Paul or Carol (Please note: the January start, previously advertised is being
pushed back to give needed time to form our leadership team).
To set up an appointment for free relationship coaching call the Quists 780-960-0135 or
CWL: For more information please call Femia Streefkerk at 780-963-3149.
"Book Study: Monday, November 26th
at 7:00 p.m. Rediscovering the Art of
Dying. We will be studying chapter 5.
Next General Meeting : Monday, December 3rd during our Advent Potluck in the Parish
Hall. Join us for a relaxing evening, bring a friend and a finger food snack to share! We will
begin with Mass at 5:30 p.m. Hope to see you all there!
Healing Shawl Ministry: Join us on Fridays at 10:00 a.m. in the Library. To request a shawl
please call Femia at 780-963-3149 or Donna at 780-242-0724 or visit the group!!
November 17-18 Collection:
Operating Acct. $11,805.33
Building Acct. $ 520.00
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS—Holy Trinity Council:
If you are interested in becoming a member or for more information please
contact Glenn O’Neill at 780-984-5669.
E-Membership:
If you are interested in becoming a Knight, but don’t feel you have time,
consider becoming a e-member. Check out the Knights at the following link:
http://kofc.org/un/joinus/en/index.html
Christmas Cards are available for sale after Mass. Proceeds to support Pro-Life.
Charter Certificates are available after Mass at the Knights table.
Name Tag Order forms are available after Mass at the Knights table.
Please join Paul Quist on Tuesday
evenings following Mass in Our Lady’s
Room for the Adult Bible Study.
At the present time they are studying
Romans.
Christ the King reigns with love and justice.
He forgives sinners and comforts the sorrowing,
bringing peace to the soul.
BLUE KNIGHTS: Tuesday, Dec. 11th at 6:00 p.m.—7:15 p.m.
LITTLE FLOWERS: Tuesday, Dec. 4th at 6:00 p.m.—7:15 p.m.
For more info email Robin Dillon at [email protected]
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION:
Registration for FIRST COMMUNION AND FIRST
RECONCILIATION will be closing soon. Please register at the Parish
office or for more information contact Pam Steil at 780-960-0135 or
FAMILY ADORATION:
On Wednesday, December 5th from 6-7pm Holy
Trinity will be celebrating Family Adoration. A special
welcome to families who have children preparing for
sacraments or are enrolled in Catechism classes. Deacon
Wesley will lead us to better understand this beautiful time
with Christ. All parishioners are welcome.
YOUTH MINISTRY:
The Challenge Girls and Conquest Boys will be
completing their service project on Wednesday
November 28th at 6:15pm in the church. The youth and
their families are invited to the parish for a prayer service and bag
blessing before their donations are brought to the Marian Centre.
We’ll have games and fellowship in the hall afterward!
Life Teen will be starting a three-part series on Advent this
December. Join us for part one on Sunday December 2nd
after the
6pm Mass, as we focus on prayer and preparation for Christmas.
For more information contact James at 780-960-0135 or
WEDNESDAY NIGHT CATECHISM: 6:30 — 7:30 p.m.
THURSDAY EVENING RCIC: 6:00 — 7:00 p.m.
For more information or questions contact Beata at
780-960-0135 or [email protected]
JESUS IS THE REASON FOR THE SEASON—
Nativity play Sunday, December 9th at noon!
Call Sheila at 780-962-8108 for more information.
CHRISTMAS WISH LIST for Everglades:
Disposable razors for men and women, shaving cream,
hand lotion, deodorant, shampoo/conditioner, body wash.
Socks for both ladies and men. Boxer shorts and panties
(M, L, XL & XXL). The box is at the back of the church.
World Youth Day Advent Coffeehouse
Fundraiser on Saturday, December 8th—7pm!
There will be music, games, an open mic, and more!
Tickets are $5 for an individual or $25 a family. You can
also get tickets for our prize draw—$5 each or 3 tickets
for $12!
Our Syrian family, the Alhusari's will be arriving in Edmonton on
November 29, and will be residing in Stony Plain. We are still shy
of our budget and would welcome any grocery gift cards to
Safeway, Superstore or Friesen Brothers as well as gift cards to Mark's
or Walmart for good winter clothing. Please drop them in the
collection basket during Mass or take your donation to the office.
Please remember to add your name to any cash donation so you
may then receive a tax receipt or mark on your cheque that it is for
the Syrian family! We are still looking for a good, reliable used
vehicle. Contact Tracey O'Neill at 780-718-8658 for more
information. Many THANKS for your generosity!
The 2019 Sunday Missals...are available at the
back of the church or at the office. Please put your
$5.00 in the envelope provided beside the missals.
CHILDREN FOR CHILDREN—
A CHRISTMAS GIFT: Share Tree, a local charity, is in
need of toys and candies for needy children of all ages at
Christmas. Please share the gift of God’s love with other
children by giving from your heart. We are collecting
new or used toys in good condition (not stuffed
animals). You may drop them off (starting Dec. 2) in the
church hall under the Christmas tree up until Thursday,
December 13th. Thank you and God bless you!!!
CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS FOR THE CHURCH:
Name: ______________________________________________ # of plants _________ at $20.00 each
In Memory of: _________________________________________________________________
You are invited to make a donation toward the cost of our poinsettias for the Christmas season—as a memorial for a loved one
or for someone not present with you. Please put your completed order form and payment in the collection basket.
CHURCH CLEANING BEE:
You are invited to come and help make your church
“sparkle” for the Christmas season NEXT Saturday,
December 1st
at 9:00 a.m. Please visit the sign-up board
at the back of the church and add your name to the list!
Next Sunday is the First Sunday of Advent!
Please stop by the library as there will be an
assortment of reflective material which you may
borrow for your spiritual preparation for Christmas.
CARMELITE CRAFT SALE: Join us December 1st
and 2nd
after all Masses in Our Lady's Room. Please come
out and support our Carmelite Monastery! They always
keep us in their prayers. The craft sales are their main
source of income! Thank you for your generosity.
TOONIES FOR TREES:
Help us to update our Christmas decorations in the
church. Every Toonie helps as we update our trees
and outdoor nativity set. Please see the display at the
back of the church. For more information call Carie at
780-919-2062.
CLERGY EMAILS
Fr. Jan: [email protected]
Fr. Joselito: [email protected]
Deacon Patrick Hessel:
Deacon Wesley Turton:
Deacon Hyland Fraser:
MINISTRY CONTACTS
Altar Servers:
Brian Pasemco 587-785-6389
Children’s Liturgy:
Sheila Rossi 780-962-8108
Couples for Christ:
Rollie & Jessita Zabala 1-780-816-1961
Decorating:
Carie Bedard 780-919-2062
Eucharistic Ministers:
Val Hornung 780-960-1248
Greeters/Ushers:
Paula Roper 780-932-9545
Lectors:
Adrian Joosten 780-963-3036
Mother’s Heart:
Carol Quist 780-964-6947
Music Coordinator:
Bonnie Fyculak 780-963-3755
Natural Family Planning:
Joan Baruta 780-962-5347
NeighbourLink:
Dori Whyte 780-960-9669
(Parish coordinator) 780-238-4662
Pastoral Care:
Lucille Brodeur 780-962-6373
Sacristan:
Laura Hessel 1-780-987-8065
Seniors :
Mary Pardell 780-963-3409
Social Justice:
Elaine Dextrase 780-968-1324
Volunteer Co-ordinator:
Thor Quaranta 780-962-4813
WELCOME to HOLY TRINITY...
Registration forms are available on the table at the back of the church.
You are invited to either drop them in the collection basket,
or come and say hi at the office and register or
via the web site: www.trinitycatholic.net or
by email: [email protected]
5 LOAVES 2 FISH:
For more information on this
program, please contact Deacon
Wesley Turton at 780-221-2265
or email him at
