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Dr. Carol Kuzmochka will facilitate this workshop on exploring valuable tools and methods for consensus decision-making, collaboration and good communication skills within parishes. St. Basil's Parish Hall, 940 Rex Ave., Jan. 25, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Free will offering. Info: Parish Office (613-729-5149) or stbasilsparish@gmail.com.

“That Man Is You” Catholic Men’s Leadership Program. Focus: Help men rediscover the true desires of their heart; identify the major challenges in the spiritual life & the means for overcoming them; reveal to men the structured approach used by saints to make true progress in the spiritual life; open men to an encounter with Our Lady and the Holy Family that will transform their lives and that of their families. St. Maurice Parish, every Sat., 7:00am, Jan. 11 – Apr. 4. Free will offering. Info: 613-818-0742; kwgboxing@gmail.com.

Establish a culture of blessing in your family with Craig Hill. Includes teachings on DVD, prayer ministry and a workbook. Resurrection of Our Lord, 1940 Saunderson Drive. Fri., Jan. 24, 6:30-10:00 pm, Sat., Jan. 25, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm. Early registration deadline: Jan. 22. Cost: $60 or $100/couple. Info: 613-523-1377.

Regular gathering of pro-life people to pray for the establishment of a Pro-life Center in Ottawa. This month we celebrate the Divine Liturgy in the Byzantine Rite. Saint John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Shrine, 952 Green Valley Crescent, Sat., Jan. 25, 9:00 am. Info: 613-831-2515; wandawoj@rogers.com.

Hosted by St. George's Knights of Columbus in the Parish Hall, Sat., Jan. 25. Registration at 5:30 pm and chili supper at 6:00pm. Trivia teams can be 2-6 players (or we will place you on a team or make a team). Cost: $15/person. Tickets are being sold on the parish web site. Info: st.georgetrivianight@gmail.com.

January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month in Canada. In honour of those whose lives have been impacted by dementia, St. John the Apostle Parish will be having a presentation Sun., Jan. 26 at the 10:30am Mass. Matthew Dineen from Dementia Advocacy Canada will be on hand to present Fr. Lindsay Harrison with his own Alzheimer’s stole. A solemn blessing of this priestly vestment will take place at the Mass. All are welcome to attend. Info: dineenm77@gmail.com.

Offered this winter by the Ottawa Chapter of Faith & the Common Good for local faith communities to learn about how to support the birds, bees and other wildlife on their property. Learn about sustainable and ecological outdoor greening. Starting Jan. 28. Info: faithcommongood.org.

Guest speaker is Jeff Gunnarson, National President of Campaign Life Coalition on the topic "Abortion Ends When Jesus Reigns". Holy Redeemer Parish, 44 Rothesay Dr., Kanata, Jan. 28, 7-9 pm. Info: 613-836-1764.

Learn of the pro-life, pro-family updates in Canada. Jeff Gunnarson, President Campaign Life Coalition will be speaking as well as others. Bring your questions. Light refreshments. 1030 Baseline Rd., plenty of parking available, Wed., Jan. 29, 6:30 p.m. Info: Debbie Duval 613-729-0379; debbie@clife.ca.

Eleventh Armour of God meeting. Parishioner, Taylor Hyatt, Activist and Policy Analyst, will discuss "Saints Speak to These Times". She looks at our rich Catholic heritage of saints and how they still have much useful to say about our current culture. St. Patrick Basilica scavi, Kent St. at Nepean St., Wed., Jan. 29, 7:00pm. Free cookies and coffee. Info: www.GodsArmour4Us.org.

“That Man Is You” Catholic Men’s Leadership Program. Focus: Help men rediscover the true desires of their heart; identify the major challenges in the spiritual life & the means for overcoming them; reveal to men the structured approach used by saints to make true progress in the spiritual life; open men to an encounter with Our Lady and the Holy Family that will transform their lives and that of their families. St. Maurice Parish, every Sat., 7:00am, Jan. 11 – Apr. 4. Free will offering. Info: 613-818-0742; kwgboxing@gmail.com.

At the Agora Catholic Centre, in the John Paul II Hall, 301 McConnell Ave, Cornwall. Sat., Feb. 1, 9am-noon. Mass, Confession, continental breakfast, talk by Sonja Suter on her experiences working in L'Arche community in New Zealand and the rosary. Free will offering of $5. Info: www.alexandria-cornwall.ca.

The Don Bosco Gala - A celebration of youth ministry in the Archdiocese of Ottawa: Optional dinner, appetizers, award ceremony for outstanding volunteering in youth ministry, talk on the heart of youth ministry, dancing and much more. Sat., Feb. 1, 2020. St. Patrick's High School. Gala ($20) starts at 7:00pm. Dinner and Gala ($40) starts at 5:00pm. Register at: www.fymottawa.com/youth. Info: Andriano De Luca (adeluca@archottawa.ca).

Archbishop Terrence Prendergast SJ invites all members of religious communities and consecrated persons, all members of the clergy and the faithful of the Archdiocese to the Diocesan Celebration of the World Day for Consecrated Life on Sun., Feb. 2, 2:30 p.m. at Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica followed by a reception in the parish hall. Please RSVP to abrown@ArchOttawa.ca by Thurs., Jan. 30.

St. Mary (Our Lady of Good Counsel) Parish will be offering a marriage preparation course on Wednesday evenings, starting Feb. 5 (7 weekly meetings, finishing on Apr. 1). Info & registration: Howie and Véronique Fohr (613-523-5188). Feb. 5 – Apr. 1, 7:15 pm. Cost: $125. Info: 613-523-5188.

Come together as Mary’s children to unite our heart to the Queen of Hearts who will guide and direct us into the heart of the Most Holy Trinity. Blessed Sacrament Parish, Ottawa, Feb. 7 & 8, 2020. Free. Hosted by John Paul II Centre for Divine Mercy, Marian Devotional Movement and The Queenship of Mary Community. Info: www.jp2centre.com; 613-325-5447.

An opportunity to reflect and take action as we prepare the upcoming Share Lent Campaign. Sat., Feb. 8, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm at St. Basil Parish, 940 Rex Ave.

“That Man Is You” Catholic Men’s Leadership Program. Focus: Help men rediscover the true desires of their heart; identify the major challenges in the spiritual life & the means for overcoming them; reveal to men the structured approach used by saints to make true progress in the spiritual life; open men to an encounter with Our Lady and the Holy Family that will transform their lives and that of their families. St. Maurice Parish, every Sat., 7:00am, Jan. 11 – Apr. 4. Free will offering. Info: 613-818-0742; kwgboxing@gmail.com.

Within the Mass, the Sacrament of the Sick will be available to the elderly, chronically ill, and those experiencing serious illness, and preparing for or recovering from surgery. Reception follows. All welcome. Divine Infant Parish, 6658 Bilberry Dr., Orleans, Sat., Feb. 8, 10:00 am. Info: di.pastoralcare@gmail.com.

Fundraising schnitzel dinner in support of Our Lady of the Visitation Banquet Hall. Cocktails at 5:00 pm; dinner at 6:00 pm. Live entertainment by "The Diplomats". 5338 Bank Street. Feb. 8. Cost: $25 per person. Hosted by Knights of Columbus Council # 8092. Info: mario765@hotmail.ca; 613 521 6840.

At St. Elias Centre, 750 Ridgewood Ave., Sat., Feb. 8. Live & silent auctions, 50/50 draw, music. Cocktails & silent auction at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m. Cost: $95/person ($50 tax receipt). Info/tickets: Maryvale Academy (613- 321-2186); www.maryvaleacademy.ca.

Catered by "Bella's Boys Italian Kitchen". Tickets through Parish Office (613-829-1760). 2340 Baseline Rd., Sat., Feb. 8. Drinks at 6:00 pm, dinner at 6:30 pm. Cost: $20/adult; $10/kids under 12; $50/family (2 adults + 3 kids). Hosted by the Knights of Columbus. Info: 613-829-1760.

An opportunity to reflect and take action as we prepare the upcoming Share Lent Campaign, Feb. 11, 6:30 – 9:00 pm at the Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn Pl. To register: ottawadandp@gmail.com.

Please note the date and plan to attend. Wed., Feb. 12 beginning at 10:00 am, at the Diocesan Centre, in the Cafeteria. Afternoon session for clergy only. RSVP by Feb. 2 online at https://catholicottawa.ca/pastoral-day-lunch-rsvp. Lunch is $15.

St. Mary (Our Lady of Good Counsel) Parish will be offering a marriage preparation course on Wednesday evenings, starting Feb. 5 (7 weekly meetings, finishing on Apr. 1). Info & registration: Howie and Véronique Fohr (613-523-5188). Feb. 5 – Apr. 1, 7:15 pm. Cost: $125. Info: 613-523-5188.

This is a meeting for all those who run marriage prep in their parish. Diocesan Centre, 1247 Kilborn Place, Feb. 13, 2020, 7:00 pm. Registration Deadline: Feb. 6. Register at: https://www.catholicottawa.ca/marriage-preparation-facilitators-evening.

A fundraiser for the purchase of a lift to provide wheelchair access to the hall. 321 Tollgate Rd., East, Cornwall, Fri., Feb. 14, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Music by The Heartbeats & Kevin Rivette. Info: www.blessedsacramentchurch.ca.

“That Man Is You” Catholic Men’s Leadership Program. Focus: Help men rediscover the true desires of their heart; identify the major challenges in the spiritual life & the means for overcoming them; reveal to men the structured approach used by saints to make true progress in the spiritual life; open men to an encounter with Our Lady and the Holy Family that will transform their lives and that of their families. St. Maurice Parish, every Sat., 7:00am, Jan. 11 – Apr. 4. Free will offering. Info: 613-818-0742; kwgboxing@gmail.com.

Discover and listen to several talks about how some of the Saints lived out the charisms, or spiritual gifts God had in store for each of them. St Mary's, 100 Young St., Sat., Feb. 15, 9:00 am Mass – 1:00 pm. Info: office@stmarysottawa.ca; 613-729-9811.

A reminder that parishes are invited to submit proposals to the College of Consultors for any new projects: construction, renovation, restorations, major acquisitions, property sales, major fundraising campaigns, changes to sacred art or to worship spaces. According to diocesan policy, approval must be obtained from the Archbishop before carrying out these projects, once presented to the College of Consultors. The College is meeting on Tues., Feb. 18. In order to be included on the College’s agenda, parishes must submit their project proposals to the diocese to centre@archottawa.ca no later than Fri., Jan. 31. Please note that submissions received past the deadline will not be considered. The proposal should be copied to your Regional Consultor, for their input. Proposals to the College should include a completed form found in the College of Consultors 2018 Policy, as well as the following: the nature and cost of the project, including three quotes with price estimates; how the project is to be financed (parish reserve, fundraising or loan). Please note: requests to the Loan Fund for Parishes are up to a maximum of 50% of the project cost; if architectural or engineering plans/designs form part of your submission, these should be provided in PDF format. Info: College of Consultors 2018 Policy; centre@archottawa.ca; 613-738-5025, ext. 244.

St. Mary (Our Lady of Good Counsel) Parish will be offering a marriage preparation course on Wednesday evenings, starting Feb. 5 (7 weekly meetings, finishing on Apr. 1). Info & registration: Howie and Véronique Fohr (613-523-5188). Feb. 5 – Apr. 1, 7:15 pm. Cost: $125. Info: 613-523-5188.

‘Gosnell: the Trial of America’s Biggest Serial Killer’, an accurate film dramatization of the investigation and trial of Dr. Kermit Gosnell and how the media and political establishment attempted to cover it up will be shown at St. John the Apostle hall, Fri., Feb. 21, 7:00 pm. All welcome. Free will donation. Info: stjohnap@magma.ca.

“That Man Is You” Catholic Men’s Leadership Program. Focus: Help men rediscover the true desires of their heart; identify the major challenges in the spiritual life & the means for overcoming them; reveal to men the structured approach used by saints to make true progress in the spiritual life; open men to an encounter with Our Lady and the Holy Family that will transform their lives and that of their families. St. Maurice Parish, every Sat., 7:00am, Jan. 11 – Apr. 4. Free will offering. Info: 613-818-0742; kwgboxing@gmail.com.

"It's Okay to Say No: Setting Healthy Christian Boundaries". As women it can often be difficult to juggle the demands of a busy life; family, friends, volunteering & workplace responsibilities. Our Christian call is also one to serve, which compounds the complexity of setting healthy boundaries. We will explore the call to serve, and how to establish and maintain healthy boundaries in our various roles as women. Facilitated by Karen Bourgon; presented by Heather MacPhail. St. John the Apostle Church, small downstairs hall, Sat., Feb. 22, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm. Cost: $20. Info: pre-registration required: www.sisterhood.live/; livesisterhood@gmail.com; Karen 613-806-0377.

The St. Columban's Foundation will be hosting an afternoon of music featuring tenor Richard Valdez, Feb. 23, 2:00 pm at St. Columban's church. Freewill offering. Info: stcolumban@cogeco.ca.

Features stories of ordinary Catholics working on the margins who see an agent of change in Pope Francis. This is not a film about Francis changing the church; it’s about the church changing the world. Saint Paul University Amphitheatre, 223 Main St., Feb. 24, 7:00-9:30 pm. Free. Info: Joe Gunn jgunn@omilacombe.ca.

St. Mary (Our Lady of Good Counsel) Parish will be offering a marriage preparation course on Wednesday evenings, starting Feb. 5 (7 weekly meetings, finishing on Apr. 1). Info & registration: Howie and Véronique Fohr (613-523-5188). Feb. 5 – Apr. 1, 7:15 pm. Cost: $125. Info: 613-523-5188.

“That Man Is You” Catholic Men’s Leadership Program. Focus: Help men rediscover the true desires of their heart; identify the major challenges in the spiritual life & the means for overcoming them; reveal to men the structured approach used by saints to make true progress in the spiritual life; open men to an encounter with Our Lady and the Holy Family that will transform their lives and that of their families. St. Maurice Parish, every Sat., 7:00am, Jan. 11 – Apr. 4. Free will offering. Info: 613-818-0742; kwgboxing@gmail.com.

Hosted by the Knights of Columbus as a fundraising for Council 16005 and their charity activities. Cost: $15/adult; $5/children under 10. St. Theresa Parish, 95 Somerset St., W., Sat., Feb. 29, 5:00-10:00 pm. All are welcome. Info: Roger Richard, roger-richard@rogers.com, 613-277-5423.