Seminarian Alexandre Tran’s Vocation Talk

In case you missed Seminarian Alexandre Tran’s vocation talk last Sunday, you can watch it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Te27dlMkaoA (thanks to Kevin Reda, videographer). It is a very moving testimony of faith and vocation. We learned this week that Alex will be ordained deacon on June 22, so we offer our congratulations and continued prayers as he continues his path to the priesthood.

From Conception to Birth

During this March for Life week, here is another video worth watching on the miracle of human life: “From Conception to Birth” http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=fKyljukBE70

Augustine Institute offers Distance Education

Distance education has revolutionized higher studies. The Augustine Institute offers courses in Catholic Biblical Theology, Evangelization & Catechesis, Catholic Youth Ministry and more via the Internet. http://www.augustineinstitute.org/distance-education/general-information

Parish statue damage

Our parish is not the only one to have a statue damaged: In Boston in January: http://boston.cbslocal.com/2012/01/25/head-cut-off-jesus-statue-outside-dorchester-church/; and in San Antonio a couple of years ago: http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xi5qpw_head-knocked-off-statue-of-san-antonio-s-namesake_news

In both those cases, the police seem to have investigated and the media considered it news. In any case, we hope to have a replacement in the near future and improved lighting and security.

Street Closure - Sunday morning, May 6th

The Jewish Rehabilitation Hospital has advised us that the Hospital’s Foundation is undertaking a 10KM, 5KM, and 2KM Run/Walk on Sunday morning, May 6^th. This activity, planned in conjunction with the City and the Département de police of Laval, will necessitate the closure of Alton Goldbloom St. from approximately 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM.

The Hospital is holding this Run/Walk in order to raise funds for much needed improvements and enhancements for the benefits of its patients, and has apologized for the inconvenience the closure may cause. Last year the street opened earlier than expected, but you will need to plan to enter and leave by Chomedey Blvd., and give yourself a little extra time to arrive at church.