WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S FLOCKNOTE
In John 3:14-21, Jesus speaks of Himself as the Son of Man lifted up, echoing the bronze serpent in the wilderness that brought healing. This lifting up signifies His crucifixion, a profound act of love for humanity. The passage emphasizes that those who believe in Him will have eternal life. Light and darkness become symbolic of belief and unbelief.
The Light, representing Christ, exposes our deeds and invites us into a transformative relationship. Jesus didn't come to condemn but to save, urging us to embrace the light and truth.
This message challenges us to examine our hearts, recognizing the need for salvation and the grace offered through faith. As we navigate life, may we choose the path illuminated by Christ, acknowledging Him as the ultimate source of redemption and eternal life.
Your Priest,
Father Charles
Please do not hesitate to contact me, Father Charles (frenyinnia@yahoo.com) (613-328-8331), Father Paul (paulmawalla54@gmail.com) (613-217-4344) or the parish office ( stjohn.perth@archkingston.ca ) (613-267-1043), if we can be of any assistance to you in any way. We are very glad to respond to a request for prayers, the Sacrament of Reconciliation/Confession, Sick Calls and/or Conversation.
SEASON OF LENT
Lent is the yearly celebration by the Church of its corporate conversion in Jesus Christ. During Lent, the Liturgy prepares the Catechumens to celebrate the Paschal Mystery by the various stages of Christian Initiation. It also prepares the faithful for Easter as they recall their baptism and enter into penance in preparation for the greatest Feast of the year.
Good Friday is a day of Fast & Abstinence. All Catholics ages 18-59 are to observe fasting and those 14 and older are to abstain from meat on those days.
Penitential Discipline: Penance is an important requirement of the Christian life. Fulfillment of this duty involves prayer, works of piety and charity, self-denial and fulfilling our obligations more faithfully. Every Friday of the year, especially during Lent, is a penitential day.
LENTEN CONFESSIONS
This years’ Lenten Confessions will be held at 3:00pm on Palm Sunday, March
24th, at St. John’s Church.
THIS WEEK: (See Upcoming Events for more details)
REMINDER! Please remember to pick up your tax receipts in the Narthex! Also if anyone knows the whereabouts of a box of 40 white Corel soup bowls, which were stored in the kitchen at 15 Church Street, please contact the parish office. Thank you.
Stations of the Cross: Friday March 8th at 7pm, at St. Sacred Heart Church and at St. John the Baptist.
Stations of the Cross: March 10th at 10am at St. Bridgets.
COMMUNITY DINNER - Saturday March 9th. Sponsored by St. James Anglican Church, from 4:30-5:30pm (or until they run out of food!).
First Communion & Reconciliation Candidates: Sunday March 10th, starting with the 11am mass, and then class in the Narthex.
March Break: Wishing students and teachers a safe and fun filled March break!
CWL Monthly Meeting ~ March 11th, 7:00pm, all welcome!
✞ REDISCOVER the HOLY FACE of JESUS: St. John's will be hosting this presentation on Tuesday, March 12th, following the 4:30 Mass.