PARISH NEWS - 1 June 2025

MASS INTENTIONSA THIS WEEK (FROM 2. VI. TO 8. VI.)

MONDAY, 2. VI. (19,00) – +IVAN PEČEK

TUESDAY, 3. VI. (19,00) - +ALOJZIJE RENIĆ

FRIDAY, 6. VI. (19,00) – +ZORKA I MARKO JURIĆ

SATURDAY, 7. VI. (19,00) – PERSONAL INTENTION

SUNDAY, 8. VI. (11,00) – FOR THE PARISH COMMUNTIY

*** CROATIAN EMBASSY

*KLAPA GRDELIN CONCERT. To mark Croatian Heritage Day in the Province of Ontario, The Embassy of Croatia to Canada invites you to for an exclusive evening with Klapa Grdelin. The concert will take place on Wednesday, 4 June 2025, 6:30-7:30 pm at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 400 Sparks Street, Ottawa. Please RSVP to croemb.ottawa@mvep.hr Klapa Grdelin, who is visiting Canada for this special occasion, is one of the best representatives of the beautiful tradition of klapa singing, recognized by UNESCO as Intangile Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2021. Klapa Grdelin drawing inspiration for its repertoire from the rich cultural and musical heritage of the City of Split and its surroundings. By proclaiming May 30 as Croatian Heritage Day, the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Ontario has recognized the remarkable contributions of Ontarians of Croatian descent, as well as the values they bring and the important role they have played in shaping the identity of Ontario. This special concert is part of the events celebrating the Croatian Heritage Day across the province.

*** PARISH

* FIRST FRIDAY AND SATURDAY. First Friday of the month is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and sacramental confession. Half an hour before the Mass there will be the Eucharsitic Adoration and a chance for confession in our church. First Saturday of every month is dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary and prayer for vocation.

* CONFESSION DAY FOR THE CONFIRMANDS, PARENTS AND SPONSORS AND REHEARSAL. On Friday, June 6 at 7:30 p.m. there will be Confession Day for the confirmands, their parents and sponsors in our church, as well as rehearsal for the Confirmation.

*** CROATOAN

* ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING. Croatoan's annual general meeting will be held on Monday, June 9, 2025 in the church hall, starting at 7:00 p.m. The council will report on its work during the past year. Then, elections will be held for positions on this year's new council. 

*** JADRAN

* CROATIAN DAY CANCELLED. Jadran has made the decision to cancel Croatian Day this year. We are hopeful to bring back this event in future years. As always, we are open to volunteers who would like to help organize these events so feel free to reach out to any Jadran Council members if you would like to help.

* KIDS SOCCER PROGRAM. Children’s soccer program that is run by Jadran commenced last week and there are currently 76 children registered. Our goal this year is 100 children so please spread the word to close friends and family. We run at Briargreen park (beside Briargreen Public School in Nepean) and run throughout the summer period. If interested in more information or in registering your child/grandchild, please contact Brian Rogic at brian.rogic@akkodisgroup.com

* JADRAN SCHEDULE THIS WEEK. Men’s Premier – Thursday June 5th at 9:15PM at University of Ottawa (Lee’s Field). MC3 – Thursday June 5th at 6:30PM at Terry Fox North (Mooney’s Bay North Field). Masters OT3 – Friday June 6th at Richcraft Recreation Complex (Kanata). OT2 – Friday June 6th 6:30PM  at Moffat Farm Veterans Park (Off Prince of Wales). MC4 – No game this week.

* MEMBERSHIP AND EMAIL LIST. If interested in being a part of Jadran’s email list, please message Brian Rogic (brian.rogic@gmail.com) and he will add you to Jadran's weekly email.