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Our parish follows the current COVID-19 guidelines as set out by

the Province of Manitoba and the Archdiocese of St. Boniface.

If you are a visitor from outside of the community, Father Sylvanus Omali and the parishoners of St.Michael's would like you to take this opportunity to explore us on-line.

Pastors Message

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Last Updated - April 22, 2022

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Fr. Sylvanus will be away on vacation to Nigeria April 18^th to May 18^th inclusive.

We pray for his safe travels.

Saturday April 23^rd 5PM Mass in Oakbank

Sunday April 24^th 9AM Mass in Garson

Sunday April 24^th 11 AM Mass in Cooks Creek

Saturday April 30^th 5PM Mass in Oakbank

Sunday May 1^st 9AM Mass in Garson

Sunday May 1^st 1030 AM Rosary at St Michael’s Cook’s Creek

Sunday May 1^st 11AM Mass at Cooks Creek

SUNDAY MASS INTENTIONS

MAY 15: CWL Ladies at St Michae’sl pray for health and healing of recipients of prayer shawls.

May 22: Darlene & Roger Ingram pray for the repose of the souls of Ingram & Blank families

WEEKDAY MASS INTENTIONS

April 19: Rosemarie Kennedy prays for Ed Lotecki on his birthday (by Fr. Mike).

April 30: Sophie prays for the repose of the soul of Agnes Galka on her birthday (by Fr. Mike).

May 10: Rosemarie Kennedy prays for the repose of the soul of Paul Lotecki on his death date (by Fr. Mike)

May 14: Rosemarie Kennedy prays for Laura Nolan on her birthday (by Fr. Mike).

Fr. Sylvanus

Servant of the Lord

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Dear Parishioners of St. Michael's,

COVID 19 Update as of April 13^th, 2022 – All restrictions have been lifted.

- As it is our desire to welcome people back to church safely, knowing that some may be hesitant to return, it will be necessary to be aware of and respect the comfort levels of returning parishioners.

- General Dispensation from Sunday Mass has been lifted effective immediately (March 15th). "The lifting of the general dispensation marks a return to normal liturgical practice, with the obligation to attend Sunday Mass. Our desire, in doing so, is to foster a renewed sense of community in our parishes by encouraging the faithful to return to church in person.
  However, this is made while assuring a spirit of safety, security and a respect for the physical or emotional well-being of people. If, therefore, for reasons of personal health or emotional well-being a parishioner is not ready to return to attending Mass in person, that person should not feel obligated to do so. (from the Archdiocese)

- There are no restrictions on capacity limits. Mass will continue to be live streamed and also available in the church hall.

- Masks are optional. Wearing of a mask is a personal decision. Masks will be available at the back of the church as usual.

- Attendees are strongly encouraged to continue hand sanitizing and hand sanitizer is available at the back entrance and downstairs.

- Anyone who has even the slightest symptoms of sickness should remain home.

- The choir will be “back in action” in the fall.
- Everyone is encouraged to join with the music ministry in song.Singing is praying!
- The Sunday offertory collection basket will remain at the back of the church on the cabinet shelf to the right as you walk in.
- New - The formal procession - gathering and recessional - with Fr. Sylvanus, the altar servers and readers will be reinstated on Easter Sunday.
- New - Offertory gifts along with the collection basket will be processed to the altar during offertory.
- New - Holy water is now in the receptacle at the front entrance
- Masks will continue to be worn by communion ministers

Stay strong,

Keep safe

And stay healthy.

Fr. Sylvanus, Parish Pastoral Committee and the Administration Board of St. Michael's

The flag of Ukraine will be raised at Richmond City Hall - Richmond News

Aid to the Ukraine

Many have asked about making donations to the Ukraine.

Cheques can be issued and made payable to St. Michael’s RC Church.
Please mark on the memo line – Ukraine.

The money will be forwarded to various relief efforts.

There is a separtate basket on the cabinet shelf to the left as you walk in.

Prayer for Ukraine - Christ & Co

Prayer for the Ukraine

God of peace and justice, we pray for the people of Ukraine today.

We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons.

We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow,

that your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them.

We pray for those with power over war or peace,

for wisdom, discernment and compassion to guide their decisions.

Above all, we pray for all your precious children, at-risk and in fear,

that you hold and protect them.

We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace.

Amen