Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time-November 10, 2024
This Sunday, we hear of the widow who contributed a small coin, which was probably all she had to survive on. We are called to be for others as God has been for us, giving and not counting the cost.
The story of two different widows in today's Scripture is a powerful testament to the unwavering trust in God's providence. It is only through faith that we can give from our needs. These two widows gave from all that they had. They didn't give from their surplus but from all they had to survive, a true act of faith and trust in God's care.
Many of us give from our surplus, but the true essence of giving lies in the heart. This act of giving not only benefits the recipient but also connects us to our community, fostering a sense of compassion and unity. We should reflect on the goodness that God has shared with us and let it inspire our giving, strengthening the bond within our community. (The Congregation of the Holy Spirit)
We pray for the sick of our parish and for those who care for them. We pray for those who have died recently and those whose anniversaries occur at this time. May they share the fullness of God's life promised by the Good Shepherd, who leads them home.
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Parish Offerings and Collections: If at all possible, please continue to support St. Margaret's by mailing in your donation or dropping off during office hours or in the rectory mailbox. Thanks to all for your support.
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ST. MARGARET'S CATHOLIC WOMEN'S LEAGUE NEWS
Our new Catholic Woman’s theme for this year is “Here I am Lord, Send me” Isaiah 6:8. We are looking forward to another productive year helping others and following our three pillars of Faith, Service and Social Justice.
. November 12, 1:30 p.m.—General Meeting
• November 16, 1:00-2:00 p.m.—Mom’s Pantry pickup in church hall
• November 16/17 and 23/24—Membership Drive— fees payable by cheque, cash or e-transfer to stmargaretscwl@gmail.com
• November 24—Coffee Sunday
We are still collecting used stamps for Development and Peace. Please bring any collected stamps to the church entrance and place them in the Stamp box located on the table on the right at the top of the stairs. Thank you!
Membership is $40 and we welcome and invite all women of the parish, 16 years of age and over, to join or renew their membership to this very worthy organization.
DIOCESE OF THUNDER BAY MONDAY MEMO
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88 Clayte Street
Thunder Bay, ON
P7A 6S5
Phone: 807-344-9045
Fax: 807-345-8993
Email: stmargaret@tbaytel.net
Pastor: Fr. Ciarán Donnelly
Parish Secretary:
Rose Marie Doliska
Music Ministry:
Maureen McGrath
Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
FRIDAY - 7:00 p.m.
SATURDAY - 5:00 p.m.
SUNDAY - 10:00 a.m.
Mass Intentions
November 1-December 1, 2024
HISTORY OF ST. MARGARET'S CHURCH
St. Margaret's was the third parish to be created in response to the needs of a growing population in the residential area of Brent Park in Port Arthur and as a relief to the increasing demands placed on St. Andrew's Church. The construction and opening of St. Margaret's Roman Catholic School on Clayte Street in 1954 prompted Bishop Jennings to investigate the purchase of property owned by the Sisters of St. Joseph adjacent to the school. "It would make another very fine little Catholic corner of Port Arthur" wrote Bishop Jennings, "considering that there is such a splendid school already there". The Fort William Diocese purchased one acre across from the school and, until a church could be built on the property, Sunday and some weekday masses and services, conducted by the Jesuits at St. Andrew's were held at St. Margaret's School. In March 1957 Bishop Jennings blessed and dedicated a new church on the property to be known as St. Margaret's chapel-of-ease "to provide a convenient centre of worship for the more distant members of the already larger than capacity congregation of St. Andrew's". Four years later, the chapel-of-ease was elevated to the status of a full-fledged parish with Father J.E. Roenicke as its first pastor.
SACRAMENTS
Baptism: Parish Membership, Preparation Class and 3-months notice required.
Attached Baptism Registration PDF
Marriage: Parish Membership, Preparation Class and 1-year notice required.
Reconciliation: Saturdays 4:30-5:00 p.m. on request.
First Reconciliation/First Communion/Confirmation: Information to follow
To become a member of St. Margaret's Parish,
please complete the Registration Form.