New this Week:
1) Pilgrimage to Portugal and Spain: May 19– 28, 2025: Pilgrimage to Portugal and Spain, with visits to Lisbon, Avila, Toledo, Madrid, Zaragoza Montserrat and Barcelona. The cost of CAD 4,730.00 includes all airport taxes, security, fuel surcharges, airfare from Fredericton/Moncton/Halifax, (twin or triple) accommodation, daily breakfast & dinner and professional guides. (Single room supplement – CAD 510.00) INFO: Marie Desjardins at mariedesjardins1949@gmail.com or 207-868-5027.
2) Pèlerinage au Portugal et en Espagne: 19–28 mai 2025: Pèlerinage au Portugal et en Espagne, avec visites à Lisbonne, Avila, Tolède, Madrid, Saragosse Montserrat et Barcelone. Le coût de 4730,00 CAD comprend toutes les taxes d’aéroport, sécurité, surcharge de carburant, vols de Fredericton/Moncton/Halifax, hébergement (double ou triple), deux repas/jour et guides professionnels. (Supplément chambre individuelle – 510,00 CAD) INFO: Marie Desjardins à mariedesjardins1949@gmail.com ou au 207-868-5027.
3) The Wonders and Healing Power of Trees: We believe that we are keepers of a way of life that is in harmony with Earth, our common home that is to be valued and protected (from the Mission of The Living Well)-This session focuses on the harmony between ourselves and the trees around us. Through photos, quotes, poetry and music we will discuss the beauty of trees, the secrets that give them life and build communities, and the many gifts they offer us. We will also discuss the many lessons we can learn from trees and how we can support them so we may always live in harmony. This session, at The Living Well, 96 Patterson, Charlottetown is on November 20, 1:30-3:30. A break with a snack is provided. To register email rmd17csm@gmail.com We are SCENT FREE There is no charge for this session however, you are welcome to bring a food item for our monthly in-house Food Bank.
4) Counselling Services: Have you been experiencing problems dealing with anxiety, loss, depression, separation, parenting or relationship issues? Free counselling services are available through a project sponsored by The Living Well. If you would like to speak to a qualified social worker about these issues you can contact us through e-mail 20tlwp23@gmail.com or call 902 330-2028. All inquiries will be confidential.
5) Martin and Earla at Our Lady of Hope Retreat Centre invite you to join them in celebrating an old-fashioned Christmas Tea of thanksgiving on Sunday December 15th from 2 until 4:30 pm. This is atime for you to thank HIM for all your blessings!
6) Recently a parish in our Diocese received a generous bequest from a parishioner’s Estate in an amount which provides income of $15,000 – $20,000 per year to be used for maintenance of the parish into the future. This gift was very much appreciated by the parish and its parishioners. If you would like to find out more about how to effectively leave a gift to your parish or Diocese, including the tax savings available, please visit www.DioceseofCharlottetown.com and click on the Planned Giving icon.
7) Our Lady of Hope Retreat Centre is hosting its 2nd Annual Roast Turkey Dinner takeout in aid of the local food bank. Tickets are $10 each and include meal with roll and dessert. All proceeds go to the local food bank which assists countless families and individuals with a helping hand. This year’s dinner is on Sunday, December 1st with pick up between 4:00 and 5:30 p.m. For tickets, contact the Retreat Centre at (902) 621-2385 or (902) 388-1952.
Repeated from Last Communiqué:
1) Diocesan Employment Opportunity: Business Administrator
This is a new full-time position created to assist the Bishop in the financial administration of the Diocese and in his duty of due diligence over other Catholic institutions. This position will provide advice and assistance to parishes on their properties and possessions in accordance with canon and civil law.
This position works independently and requires knowledge of finance and accounting and the ability to communicate effectively with priests and parishes. You will be great for this role if you are a self-starter, knowledgeable in finance and attentive to detail with good listening and verbal communication skills.
Must have a BBA or a Business Administration Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution supplemented with considerable finance experience.
Hours of work are Monday to Friday – 7 hours per day, 35 hours per week. Flexibility may be required occasionally. The position will pay $75,000/ year with benefits. To see full job description, go to the diocesan website, www.dioceseofcharlottetown.com.
Deadline for applications is Friday, November 29, 2024. Interested applicants are invited to hand deliver a résumé and cover letter to:
Diocese of Charlottetown, Attn: Sandra Bourque, Executive Assistant to the Bishop, 350 North River Road, Charlottetown
Or you may email your résumé and cover letter to: sandra@dioceseofcharlottetown.com
Please note that only those short listed for an interview will be contacted.
2) World Youth Day at Home is coming! Join young people from across the Diocese on Sunday, November 24 at the Murphy Student Centre at UPEI, beginning at 12:30pm. We will have time for lots of fun and prayer, a pilgrimage walk from UPEI to St. Dunstan’s Basilica, and Mass with Bishop Joseph (with pizza to follow)! For more information, including a schedule of events, visit: https://youth.dioceseofcharlottetown.com/world-youth-day/ RSVPs (on the website) are appreciated.
3) The Latin American Mission Program (LAMP) Diocese of Charlottetown is presenting the 32nd annual Daniel O’Hanley Memorial Lecture on Sunday, November 17, 2024, 2:00 pm at Central Christian Church Hall, 223 Kent Street, Charlottetown. Dr. Rosario Espinal, Dominican-American Sociologist, is the guest lecturer. The topic is: Development and Democracy: The experience of the Dominican Republic. Entertainment and refreshments will follow the lecture. All are welcome!