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Sunday, December 24      5:00 pm
Sunday, December 24      10:00 pm
Monday, December 25     10:00 am

Sunday, December 31       5:00 pm
Monday, January 1           10:00 am

Members of the Liturgical Environment Committee have made a Gingerbread House and Christmas Table cloth and runner in order to raise funds for church lighting (especially the large stained glass window).  These items are on display.  Tickets: $5.00 each or three for $12.00 with the draw taking place at the Advent potluck brunch.

This year we are planning to hold an Advent potluck on Sunday, December 17 at 11:30 a.m. at Immaculata.  Cost: $5.00 for adults, $3.00 for children; $10.00 for a family.  After expenses any monies raised will be donated to the poor and needy ion our community. Donations of Christmas centrepieces would be appreciated and will be raffled off.  Sign up sheets are available at the back of he church and side entrance.  You may drop off your uncooked (eggs, bacon, sausages) at the Parish Centre or at Immaculata before 9:30 on December 17.  There will be a craft area for children and a sing-along.  Hopefully with this new time many parishioners will be able to participate.  A fun time is assured. 

In an October 2005 report, :Mining in Developing Countries - Corporate Social Responsibility", the Canadian government states it "expects" and "encourages" Canadian mining companies investing abroad "to conduct their activities in a socially and environmentally responsible manner."  However, it does not adequately regulate their actions to ensure this is the case, nor hold them accountable.  How can you help?  Participate in the Fall Action Campaign.  Become informed; sign the Action Letter. Check out the website: www.devp.org 

The Sacred Music Society with the World Youth Day Choir and the Sinfonia Scara Orchestra will be performing Handel's Messiah on Friday December 15 at St. Patrick's Basilica, 281 Nepean from 7:30 to 9:30 pm.  Adults: $20.00; Students: $10.00; children under 5 are free.  Family: $50.00.  Sponsored by Maryvale Academy.  Information on ticket purchases, call 613-321-2186.

Retrouvaille is a program for married companies who feel frustrated, bored, disillusioned or angry in their marriage.  Retrouvaille has helped thousands of couples discover how to restore their marriage to health.  For confidential information or to register for the next weekend on January 19-21 call 613-845-9978

Drivers are needed for the Day Hospice Program at May Court.  The Hospice offers a day or diversion and support for people living with life-threatening illness.  Drivers are needed for either Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays.  Patients are picked up at 9:30 a.m. and brought home around 2:30 or 3:00 p.m. Just a morning shift is also an option.  If you can be a driver on a regular or occasional basis, please call Ali at 613-260-2906x231.