Bishop of the Diocese Most Reverend Gerard P Bergie, D.D.

Pastor Father

Sunday Masses Saturday 5:00 pm

Sunday 9:00 and 11:00 am Children’s Liturgy: September - June

Weekday Masses Tuesday 6:00 pm

Wednesday through Friday 8:30 am Rosary/Adoration before Weekday Masses

Confessions Sat 4 - 4:45 pm or before weekday Masses

Baptism Sunday 12:30 pm by appointment

Marriage Arrangements should be made at least 6

months in advance. Marriage preparation course required

Sacrament of the Sick Communion for the Sick and Shut-ins

Please call the office.

Secretary Sandy Johnson

Office hours: Wednesday and Friday 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Enter on Victoria St.

Schools St. Patrick Elementary School

905-835-1091 Lakeshore Catholic High School

905-835-2451

Cemetery Mount St. Joseph’s, 712 Lakeshore Rd E

905-834-3460

Diocesan Website: www.saintcd.com

Diocese of St. Catharines

St. Patrick

Catholic Church

Parish Established Church Dedicated

1859 1880

123 King Street

Port Colborne, Ontario L3K 4G3

Telephone: 905-834-6426

Fax: 905-834-1215

Email: stpatrick@cogeco.ca

Ministry Schedule - November 26/27

Hospitality:

5:00pm - Tom Lannan & Terry Law

9:00am - Joe Gatt & Sandy MacIntyre

11:00am - Sue Brown & Karen S.

Minister of Communion:

5:00pm - Joe Attard

9:00am - Dino Sicoli

11:00am - Jessica Stock

Children’s Liturgy:

Rosalind Aliberti

Feast of Christ the King

Year C

“Jesus,

remember me

when you come into

your Kingdom.”

Commentators/Lectors:

5:00pm - C - Bettina D. & L - Susan F.

9:00am - C - Theresa A. & L - Dino S.

11:00am - C - Jackie G. & L - Kim G.

Altar Servers:

5:00pm - Morgan & Ella

9:00am - Jackson

11:00am - Needed

Counters: 11:00am - Cheryl Bilodeau & Kim Gatt

Website: stpatrickcatholic.ca

KING OF KINGS

The Holy Spirit in his wisdom inspired the writers of the

Bible to use many different names to describe

Jesus. Titles such as, Messiah, Savior, Shep-

herd, Teacher, Lord, Son of God, and Son of

Man, describe both the nature and work of Je-

sus and the rightful position he should hold in

our lives. This Sunday we celebrate Jesus with

the title “Christ the King.”

Historical, kings of this world, whether biblical kings, or

secular kings, reveals a mix of good and evil characters.

The dictionary speaks of a king as one who has sovereign

power and authority, has dignity and royal bearing, holds a

preeminent or superior position, has character and splendor

of a regal quality, and who inherits his position and rules for

life. Jesus fits all of these descriptions and then some.

Even when he was arrested, beaten and crucified it was ob-

vious that he was in charge, exercising his sovereign author-

ity. As he indicated in John 19, no one could have touched

him without his permission. Allowing himself to be put in

the most undignified and degrading position in order to se-

cure our salvation, he retained his dignity. Observers like

the soldier and the thief seeing his regal demeanor, even

though they did not know how to name it, recognized his

royalty and deity.

We need not answer the question, “Is Christ the King?”

Of that there is no doubt. The questions we need to answer

are:

“To what extent is Christ the King of my life?”

“To what extent do I allow him to sovereignly rule over

my actions, thoughts, attitudes, and posses-

sions?”

“Of all the people, myself included, who

have a claim on my life, to what extent does he

have the preeminent and superior claim?”

Jesus is a benevolent King, ruling in splen-

dor but without demanding allegiance or obe-

dience. In his sovereignty he is a loving ruler who allows

his subjects voluntary compliance to his authority. Those

who surrender their will to his rule discover not only his

graciousness, but also the superiority of his Kingdom over

the kingdom of self.

Dr. S.M. Lockridge in his famous sermon, “My King

Is.” describes Christ the King as:

“...my King is a king of the Jews. That’s a racial king.

He’s a king of Israel. That’s a national king. He’s a king of

righteousness. He’s a king of the ages. He’s the king of

heaven. He’s a king of glory. He’s the King of Kings and

He’s the Lord of Lords. ... My king is a sovereign king. No

means of measure can define His limitless love. No far see-

ing telescope can bring into visibility the coastline of His

shoreless supply. No barrier can hinder Him from pouring

out His blessing. He’s enduringly strong. He’s entirely sin-

cere. He’s eternally steadfast. He’s immortally graceful.

He’s imperially powerful. He’s impartially merciful ... He’s

God’s Son. He’s a sinner’s savior. He’s the centerpiece of

civilization ... He supplies strength for the weak. He’s

available for the tempted and tried. He sympathizes and He

saves. He strengthens and sustains. He guards and He

guides. He heals the sick. He cleanses the lepers. He for-

gives sinners. He discharges beggars. He delivers the cap-

tive. He defends the people. He blesses the young. He

serves the unfortunate. He regards the aged. He rewards

the diligent and He beautifies the meek. I wonder if you

know him?”

Jesus - Christ the King - Is all of this and more. Should

we choose to live as members of his Kingdom and as peo-

ple who honor him with a life of devotion and obedience?

The only logical response is, “Yes!” This is the Sunday to

reaffirm his kingship in our life. As we receive Eucharist

let’s also receive his rule in our life.

Emmaus Journey Reflections

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CWL CORNER

The CWL membership fees are due on December 31st.

Please use the CWL Membership Envelope that you will

find in the 2017 boxes of envelopes that will be available at

the back of the church

CWL CHRISTMAS PARTY

December 6th - 6:00 pm

Turkey Buffet Dinner

includes salad, dessert, coffee/tea

CWL Women and Guests (Women Only)

$20/Ticket

Deadline for tickets: November 29th

For information contact Irene 905-835-5580

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ALTAR SERVERS AWARDS

Last Tuesday evening 2 altar servers from St. Patrick’s

received the “Bishop’s Award For Service” from the Most

Rev. Gerard Bergie, Bishop of St. Catharine’s during the 5th

Annual Altar Servers Awards Ceremony at St. Alfred

Church, St. Catharines. We offer our sincere thanks and

congratulations to Joe Attard and Tony D’Uva for the hon-

our they received.

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CONGRATULATIONS

The parish of St. Patrick congratulates the following who

received the Sacrament of Confirmation on November 16.

May the Spirit of the living God always dwell in you and

walk with you. Scott Nuccitelli, David Pinelli, Cameron

Hall, Helena Borgmann, Ashley Plante, Hannah Last,

Ava Heaton, Kyra Eaton, Jonathan Klauck, Elly Stocco,

Chloe D’Amico-Grarwey and Savannah Herrietha.

PARISH COMMUNAL RECONCILIATION The Spirit of God lives within us, human beings, through

repentance and confession of sins. Asking

for forgiveness establishes relationship

with God. Advent, the privileged time of

waiting on the Lord, is a great time to seek

forgiveness and so open our hearts to the

Would-Be-Born Saviour to reconcile us with the Father.

Come join in at St. Patrick Reconciliation Service on Tues-

day December 13, 2016 at 6:00 pm. There will be 3 priest

available to you to hear confessions.

Come and Be Reconciled.

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CHRISTMAS SOCIAL

Ho Ho Ho! Christmas is coming. The Discernment

Committee is inviting you to a Christmas Social

on Sunday Dec 18 at 12:00 pm. There will be a

finger food lunch, Santa and Carols. Come and

join in the festive spirit and wish your fellow

parishioners a very Merry Christmas.

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CHRISTMAS CAKES

The Knights of Columbus are selling their annual Christ-

mas Cakes made by the Monks of Val Notre-

Dame Abbey before and after Masses on Nov.

19, 20, 26, 27, Dec. 3, 4, 10 and 11. The cake

prices are $15.00 (600g) and $25.00(1kg) and

Abbey Gift Basket $25.00.

All proceeds are going to Pro Life Initiatives.

They are delicious !!

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HOLIDAY SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE

A Non-Denominational Memorial Service will be held

on Wed. Dec. 14 at 6:30 pm in the Chapel at Davidson

Funeral Home.

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SUNDAY OFFERINGS

Last Sunday’s Offering: $1972.50

Deo Gratias Offering: $660.50

Thank you for your generosity to the House of God.

Please remember St. Patrick’s in your wills

and may God Bless you as you do so.

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NOVEMBER/DECEMBER AT A GLANCE

~Property Maintenance Collection: Nov 26/27

~Baptism of William Heaton: Nov 26

~Baptism of Carson and Collin Truelove: Nov 27

~KOC 4th Degree Supper: Wed Nov 30 at 5:30

~CWL Christmas Dinner: Tues Dec 6 at 6:00 pm

Lord may the request of our

people rise before you like a fragrant offering

Tues Nov 22 St. Cecilia

6:00 pm +For the repose of the soul of Tony Sneek

Wed Nov 23 8:30 am +For the repose of the soul of Nicolino D’Uva by Salvatore D’Uva

Thurs Nov 24 St Andrew Dung-Lac and Companions

8:30 am +For the repose of the soul of Christina Ross by Maria Chorley

For the intentions of Sam D’Uva by Dad and Jane D’Uva

Fri Nov 25 8:30 am +For the repose of the soul of Bill Augustine by Kathleen & Nick Finamore

1st Sunday of Advent

Sat Nov 26 5:00 pm +For the repose of the soul of Peter Toth by Erta and family

Sun Nov 27 9:00 am For the special intentions of St. Patrick’s Parish family

11:00 am +For the repose to the souls of Antonio and Pasquale Ricci by Teresa and Anthony Ricci

November 20, 2016 A.D.

The Feast of Christ the King - Year C