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    Bulletin Sept 10 2023

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    The document summarizes recent news from the Archdiocese of Vancouver and Immaculate Conception Parish. It announces the passing of former Archbishop Adam Exner and provides details of upcoming events at the parish including marriage courses, talks on anxiety in children, and the Red Mass and Dinner. It also welcomes parishioners back and provides updates about new staff and upgrades at the parish and school.

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    The document summarizes recent news from the Archdiocese of Vancouver and Immaculate Conception Parish. It announces the passing of former Archbishop Adam Exner and provides details of upcoming events at the parish including marriage courses, talks on anxiety in children, and the Red Mass and Dinner. It also welcomes parishioners back and provides updates about new staff and upgrades at the parish and school.

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    The document summarizes recent news from the Archdiocese of Vancouver and Immaculate Conception Parish. It announces the passing of former Archbishop Adam Exner and provides details of upcoming events at the parish including marriage courses, talks on anxiety in children, and the Red Mass and Dinner. It also welcomes parishioners back and provides updates about new staff and upgrades at the parish and school.

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    ARCHDIOCESE NEWS

    DEATH OF ARCHBISHOP ADAM EXNER, OMI The Archdiocese of Vancou-


    ver is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Archbishop Adam Exner,
    OMI, who served as Archbishop of Vancouver from 1991 to 2004. Archbish-
    op Exner peacefully died the morning of Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at the
    age of 94, in his residence in Grayson, Saskatchewan. As we bid farewell to
    Archbishop Exner, we remember his life of dedication, compassion, and ser- I MMACULATE C ONCEPTION P ARISH
    vice. We offer our prayers and support to his family, friends, and all those
    whose lives he touched. The funeral will be held in Saskatchewan, and a me- ARCHDIOCESE OF V AN C O U V E R
    morial Mass will be organized at Holy Rosary Cathedral in Vancouver. De-
    tails for these services will be posted online at rcav.org once they are re-
    ceived.
    THE MARRIAGE COURSE When life gets busy, it’s easy for married couples
    to forget about date nights. Come set a weekly date night to reconnect with
    your spouse and build a more joyful family by thriving as a couple! Join The
    Marriage Course, a seven-week program by Alpha International designed for
    spouses seeking practical support to strengthen their relationship, keep the
    spark alive and stay connected. The course is presented as a dynamic video
    with in-person and online options. Cost is $25. Every Friday, starting Sep-
    tember 15 until November 3, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at various parishes
    throughout the lower mainland. Learn more and register at beholdvancou-
    ver.org/events.
    MAKING SENSE OF ANXIETY IN CHILDREN AND YOUTH The escalating
    level of anxiety in our children begs for an explanation as well as a solution.
    Dr. Gordon 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 enlighten-
    ing material will benefit anyone suffering from anxiety. Thursdays starting
    September 21 until October 19, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. via Zoom. Cost is
    $25. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.
    RED MASS AND DINNER 2023 The Red Mass is celebrated in honour of the
    legal profession as a vocation in the service of justice and the common good.
    The keynote speaker will be the Honourable David Eby, KC, Premier of Brit- 3 7 7 8 W EST 2 8 th A VENUE, V ANCOUVER, B C V 6 S 1 S 6
    ish Columbia and the Red Mass will be celebrated by Archbishop J. Michael September 10, 2023 | 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
    Miller, CSB, at Holy Rosary Cathedral on Thursday, Sept. 14, at 5:00 p.m., fol-
    Administrator: Fr. Paul Smith, OFM Mass Schedule
    lowed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. at Terminal City Club in Vancouver. Cost is Sunday Masses: Saturday at 4 pm
    Parish Office: Lesley Jackson
    $150, with sponsorship opportunities available. Learn more and register Sunday 9 am & 11 am
    at beholdvancouver.org/events. Weekday Masses: Tuesday - Friday 9 am
    Parish Office Hours Confessions: Saturday 3 pm
    SAVE THE DATE: THE MEN'S RETREAT 2023 Hosted by Life Restoration, Monday: Closed
    this retreat offers adventure, brotherhood, powerful keynotes, prayer, Sac- Tuesday: 10 am - 4 pm Immaculate Conception School
    raments, and the rugged outdoor beauty of Rockridge Canyon in Princeton, Wednesday— Friday: 10 AM—2PM Principal: Colette Foran Tel: (604) 224-5012
    Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: Closed Email: [email protected]
    B.C. Save the Date: Friday, September 29, to Sunday, October 1. Website: www.icschoolvancouver.com

    (604) 224 5678 | [email protected] | www.icvancouver.ca


    W E L C O M E T O T H E P A R I S H !

    PA R I S H N E W S PA R I S H N E W S
    WELCOME BACK! We hope all those in our Immaculate Conception WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY Please keep the family of long-time parishion-
    community had a restful and enjoyable summer! Father Paul has arrived er Mataya Varsek in your prayers. Mataya passed away on August 14th
    back at the parish and it’s wonderful to have him with us again. The office and her Funeral Mass will be held at the parish on Saturday, September
    will return to normal hours this coming week. We welcome parishioners to 16th at 11:00 am.
    drop by the parish centre to say hello! Our parish staff includes Lesley and
    KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS PANCAKE BREAKFAST will be held on Sunday,
    Valerie in the office; our maintenance manager Alex and our accountant,
    Jane. Carol and Lucy volunteer in the office on Fridays. September 24th in the Parish Centre Gym from 9:00 am—12:30pm. Pan-
    cakes or French toast topped with blueberries and whipping cream, sausag-
    As a parish community, we welcome our new and returning families, es, orange juice and coffee will be served with smiles! By donation. Pro-
    teachers and staff for the 2023-24 school year! We have a few new faces on ceeds will go toward the Knights’ IC Parish Scholarship Fund. Everyone and
    staff this year: Ms. Hickey in Grade 7; Ms. Hurley in the Learning Resource their friends are invited!
    Department; and our new Educational Assistants, Ms. Trasolini and Ms.
    O’Keeffe. PARISH RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES PREP is offered for children in
    Grades 1-7 who are not in Catholic School. Please contact the office to regis-
    Our Parish Education Council for the 2023-24 school year includes Emily
    Cordonier (Chair), Adriana O’Malley, Grace Huang, Vivian So, Frank Joe, Erin ter your child. Classes will start in late September and more information
    Keats, and Rachel Jia. Thank you for all you do! will be provided in the coming weeks.
    NEW UPGRADES AROUND THE PARISH: Our new church front doors and YOGA IN THE PARISH CENTRE Certified Yoga Instructor Helena Sullivan is
    security system at the church and parish centre were installed this week. teaching two yoga classes on Monday evenings in the parish center. Gentle
    There are multiple security cameras around the property to help ensure the Yoga 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm & Hatha Vinyasa 6:00 pm -7:00 pm. Classes
    safety of our parish and school community. The installation of the new gym begin Monday September 11, 2023 in the Jesuit Room. No experience is
    floor is also finished and features the All Stars logo at centre court! Please needed Bring your own yoga mat and $10 per class. Please email Helena at
    be to sure check out the beautiful mural that Musqueam artist, Debra [email protected] for more information.
    Sparrow has painted the entrance of the school.
    CREDIT CARD AND ONLINE DONATIONS You can e-transfer, use your
    OFFICE HOURS Starting Tues. September 12, the office hours will be: credit card or sign up for pre-authorized debit to donate to the Parish. For e
    Tuesday: 10 am - 4 pm Wednesday to Friday 10 am—2 pm -transfer, please use our Parish Accounting email: [email protected].
    Monday, Weekends & Holidays: Closed If you would like to make a gift via credit card or pre-authorized debit,
    SECOND COLLECTION: HEALING AND RECONCILIATION This weekend's please contact the office or visit our website www.icvancouver.ca for online
    second collection is for Healing and Reconciliation. Your tax-deductible gift donations. Our Sunday Offering Plan pamphlet, which outlines the options
    to this collection will continue to support our Indigenous brothers and for donating electronically, is available in the Parish Centre.
    sisters in the following ways:
    • Healing and reconciliation initiatives for communities and families
    affected by past injustices
    • Culture and language revitalization projects aimed at preserving
    and celebrating Indigenous heritage
    • Education and community-building initiatives that empower
    individuals and promote unity
    There are special envelopes available at the back of the church or you
    may donate online at: rcav.org/healing-and-reconciliation
    Thank you for your generous support!

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