Parafia p.w. Narodzenia Najświętszej Maryi Panny
ST. MARY’S POLISH PARISH
21 Wesley St., Sydney, NS, B1N 2M5
Tel.: (902) 564-4847
www.stmaryspolishparish.ca
Witamy wszystkich! Welcome to all!
We are pleased to share our faith and rich traditions with the whole community.
Established in 1913. Church rebuilt in 2015-2016. Our second century of faith and service

PROBOSZCZ/PASTOR:  Father Rich Philiposki 902-564-4847 or cell 902-577-6331

MSZY/MASSES: Sunday at 10:00 am, 4:00 pm
Weekday Masses: Days & times vary
First Saturday of the month at 8:30 am
Novena to Our Lady of Częstochowa following the Wednesday evening Mass
Chaplet of Divine Mercy following the Friday evening Masss

SPOWIEDŹ:  Godzina do uzgodnienia z księdzem.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Anytime upon request to the priest.

SAKRAMENT CHRZTU ŚWIĘTEGO:  Prosimy o kontakt z księdzem conajmniej na 1 miesiąc przed planowaną datę.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Please contact the priest at least one month in advance.

SAKRAMENT MAŁZEŃSTWA:   Zapowiedzi powinny być ogłoszone conajmniej na 6 miesięcy przed planowaną datę.
SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Intentions must be announced at least six months in advance.

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Uroczystość Świętej Rodziny / Feast of the Holy Family

TODAY’S MASS INTENTION (10:00 am Mass) is for Peter Stephenson offered by Agnes Stephenson
TODAY’S MASS INTENTION (4:00 pm Mass) is for all parishioners

Eucharistic Minister for today:
Ushers for collection today:

 

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NASTĘPNY TYDZIEŃ / THE WEEK AHEAD

WEEKDAY MASSES:

Monday, January 1, 10:00am Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. The Mass intention will be for Peace in the World.
Lectors: Teresa Fagan, Bernie Paruch
Eucharistic Minister: Sophie O’Toole
Ushers: Tony Gniewek, Robert Melski Jr.
Greeters:
Monday, January 1, 4:00 pm The Mass intention will be for Tadeusz & Stella Klupinski offered by Father Rich
Tuesday, January 2: No Mass
Wednesday, January 3, 6:30pm The Mass intention will be for Michael & Francis Paruch offered by Teresa Paruch MacQueen. 7:00pm Novena to Our Lady of Czestochowa
Thursday, January 4, 6:30pm The Mass intention will be for Michal & Maria Popiel offered by Father Rich
Friday, January 5, 6:30pm The Mass intention will be for Antoni, Jan, Marcin Potylicki offered by Father Rich. 7:00pm Sacred Heart Devotions
Saturday, January 6, 8:30am: The Mass intention will be for Arnold MacQueen offered by wife Teresa.

Sunday, January 7, 10:00am: Epiphany of the Lord / Objawienie Panskiego: The Mass intention will be for Herbert Black offered by Steffie & family
Lectors:
Eucharistic Minister:
Ushers:
Greeters:

Sunday, January 7, 4:00 pm: The Mass intention will be for all parishioners

Collection receipts for December 24 & 25: $9952.05 (broken down as follows: $1656.00 general collection, $100.00 monthly, $88.00 votive candles, $135.05 loose, $5282.00 rebuilding fund, $2691.00 Christmas offering). Thank you very much for your generous support of St. Mary's Polish Parish. Dziekujemy bardzo.

MASS CARDS / VIGIL INTENTIONS: To reserve Mass Intentions / Vigil Intentions, please call Father Rich (902-564-4847 or cell 902-577-6331) or Carolyn Ardelli-Kiley (902-539-1725).

IN MEMORIAM DONATION: In Memoriam donations will be acknowledged in the bulletin. Building Fund contributions will go toward the new church. To contribute to the Rebuilding Fund, if you do not have an envelope, you can write on your regular envelope or cheque “Designated to the Rebuilding of St. Mary’s Polish Church.”

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OGŁOSZENIA / ANNOUNCEMENTS

FATHER RICH REPORTS:
Niech Bedzie Pochwalony Jezus Chrystus! Praise be Jesus Christ!
Dear Parishioners & Friends:
The great feast of the Nativity of Our Lord is now behind us, but we still continue the Christmas Season even as we conclude the octave on January 1st. The Sunday after Easter is the Feast of the Holy Family of Nazareth. January 1st is the holyday of the Solemnity of Mary, Holy Mother of God. We are asked to especially pray for peace as we begin a new Year.
I want to thank all parishioners who in any way helped make our church Christmas experience a most beautiful one here at St. Mary’s. It was great to see so many people in church. We need to remember Christ comes to us at every Sunday Mass!
I also want to thank parishioners who sent me or gave me cards and gifts for Christmas.  May the Lord reward you for your generosity.
The “Koleda” house blessing visits will begin this week. If you would like to be on the list, please write your name and contact information as well as the best day and time of the week for you. The book is at the back of the church.
Next Sunday, we celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany of Our Lord also known as Three Kings Sunday. Little envelopes of chalk will be blessed and available to take home for the marking of your doorways with the traditional KMB or CMB and the year 2018.
Two weeks from today, we will have our annual PARISH OPLATEK DINNER potluck style at the Polish Village Hall beginning at 2:00 pm.  Please plan on coming and bringing some dish to share and also remember a donation to Loaves and Fishes.
The 2018 Parish Mass book arrived a couple of months ago. I will be able to reserve Mass intentions for both Sunday and weekdays through July 1st, but after that date will only take one intention per Sunday, not knowing what the new arrangement will be.
In your charity please remember in your prayers the soul of Clyde Stanwick (Stanczykiewicz), a former parishioner who passed away.

 

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IN MEMORY OF (IMO) CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE REBUILDING FUND:
IMO deceased members of the Ryba family from Shauna & Shari McKay
IMO of the Wroblewski family, Teofil Pierrynowski, Brenda Joseph from Agnes Stephenson
IMO Michael Paruch, Arnold MacQueen from Theresa MacQueen
Other donors: Wayne Weatherbee, Anne Marie & Jimmie Campbell, Elaine Robertson, Whitney Pier Historical Society, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 128, Marianne Gillis

2018 ENVELOPES: Located at the back of the church. If you do not have parish envelopes and would like a box, please speak with Fr. Rich or with any member of the Finance Committee. Many thanks for your support!

TRADITIONAL ANNUAL BLESSING OF HOMES: The traditional "Kolęda" pastoral visit with the blessing of home or residences, and families or individuals, will begin New Year's Day and continue through January and even if necessary to the Candlemas Feast (February 2nd). There will be a sign-up book at the back of the church for those who wish to have a visit. You may indicate the best day(s) of the week or time of day you prefer. Father Rich will confirm the exact time and date with you.

SYLWESTRA / NEW YEAR'S EVE: at the Polish Village Hall. 9:00pm to 1:00am. $15 per person. DJ. Robin Krszwda. To reserve tickets, please call Nicole at 371-5088 or purchase tickets at Ursula’s Hair Design. See you there! Hosted by the St. Michael’s Polish Benefit Society. Proceeds to maintain the Polish Village Hall as an important hub serving our community!

PARISH OPŁATEK POTLUCK: (Our community “Wigilia”) Please mark on your calendars Sunday, January 14, at 2:00 pm at the Polish Village Hall. No charge. Please bring a dish if you can as well as an item for Loaves and Fishes. Everyone is welcome.

NEXT POLSKI PIĄTEK: (Polish Friday) A fun after-work party with food and refreshments will be on Friday, February 2. We’ll demonstrate Polish traditions related to Candlemas Day.

IN MEMORIAM / BUILDING FUND ENVELOPES / REBUILDING FUND ENVELOPES are at the back of the church. Many thanks for your support.

TO CONTRIBUTE ON-LINE TO OUR REBUILDING, PLEASE GO TO OUR PARISH WEB HOME PAGE (www.stmaryspolishparish.ca) and please click the link to our Canada Helps donation page. It’s a secure system and you’ll receive your charitable tax receipt promptly. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word.

REBUILDING FUND CONTRIBUTIONS: Building Fund contributions will go toward the new church. To contribute to the rebuilding if you do not have an envelope, you can also write on your regular envelope or cheque “Designated to the Rebuilding of St. Mary’s Polish Church.”.Donations can also be made by regular mail: St. Mary's Polish Parish 21 Wesley St. , Sydney, N.S. B1N 2M5. Thank you so much for your support.

THE RENOVATED AND REFURBISHED POLISH VILLAGE HALL is a comfortable, well appointed, modernized venue for events large and small. Please consider renting the hall for your events.The beautifully renovated downstairs is now available again for rentals for holiday parties or other occasions Please call 564-8494; bernielarusic_392@hotmail.com       Also, please consider sponsoring ($100) a permanently painted peacock feather in the hall in memory of a loved one. Please speak with any member of the Society.

PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR ON-LINE “VIRTUAL TOUR” AND AN 8.5 MINUTE PARISH WELCOME VIDEO ON OUR WEBSITE:  www.stmaryspolishparish.ca

Życzenia na miłego nowego tygodnia / Wishing you a blessed week! Bóg zapłać!

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TODAY’S HYMNS: 10:00 am Mass
Entrance: Dzisiaj w Betlejem (Today in Bethlehem)
For the Gloria: Gdy się Chrystus rodzi (As Christ is Born)
Psalm: The Lord is our God, mindful of His covenant forever
Offertory: W żłobie leży (He Lies in a Manger)
Communion: Śliczna Panienka (Fairest of Maidens)
Post-Communion: Lulajże Jezuniu (Lullaby to the Little Jesus)
Recessional: Triumfy Króla Niebieskiego

TODAY’S HYMNS: 4:00 pm Mass
Entrance: O Come All Ye Faithful
Post Communion: Silent Night
Recessional: Hark the Herald

JANUARY 1st NEW YEAR'S DAY HYMNS: 10:00 am Mass
Entrance: Cicha Noc (Silent Night) 
For the Gloria: Gdy się Chrystus rodzi (As Christ is Born)
Psalm: May God be gracious to us and bless us
Offertory: Dzisiaj w Betlejem (Today in Bethlehem)
Communion: Gdy Śliczna Pani
Post-Communion: Przylecieli aniołkowie (Friends the Angels)
Recessional: Pójdźmy wszyscy do stajenki (Let us all go to the stable)