Stewardship Reflection

Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God - January 1, 2023

"And Mary kept all these things, reflecting on them in her heart." LUKE 2:19

After Jesus, we look to Mary as an ideal steward. Her entire life was lived in obedience to God's call. She heard God's message, and immediately said "yes." Mary teaches us to live with joy and gratitude for the many blessings God has given us. Just as the moon reflects the light of the sun, Mary reflects the light of Christ. Like Mary, we are called to reflect Christ's light to the world. We do this through lives of gratitude and generosity.

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Communiques to Priests

Archdiocesan Training for Catechists (PREP, RCIA, Proclaim, Youth and Young Adults, and other parish leaders)

We are excited to continue the work of our Archdiocesan Institutes through a new platform that emphasizes accompaniment and gives pastors opportunity to view and track their own leaders' progress. Parishes can now sign up for Franciscan at Home (FAH), a training platform created by the Franciscan University of Steubenville's Catechetical Institute. These video lessons designed specifically for parish leaders, offer flexibility, tailored tracks particular to each ministry, and mentorship. Join under the Archdiocesan plan for $300 CAD a year for all your parish leaders. To sign up, contact Louisa in Ministries and Outreach at [email protected], 604-683-0281 ext. 50224. Learn more about FAH at franciscanathome.com. Watch this video from Archbishop Miller www.youtube.com/watch.

Archdiocesan Events

Chinese New Year Mass with Archbishop Miller

Join this Chinese New Year's Eucharistic celebration with Archbishop Miller on Jan. 22, 2023 at Our Lady of Fatima parish in Coquitlam, at 3:00 p.m. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.

Memorial Masses at Gardens of Gethsemani

Join one of the two memorial Masses offered on the last Sunday of each month in 2023 for those buried at Gardens of Gethsemani and St. Peter's Catholic cemeteries. Mass times are 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. at the Evangelist Chapel on site. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.

Working Towards Freedom- An Anti-Human Trafficking Webinar

This FREE one-hour webinar will introduce you to the study guide and how it may be used in various settings. The event hosted by the Archdiocese of Vancouver is designed for clergy, religious, diocesan, or parish staff and volunteers, educators, members of the Catholic Women's League or Knights of Columbus, and anyone who wishes to learn more about human trafficking. The even will be held on on Feb. 8, 2023 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.

Making Sense of Adolescence

Crossing the bridge from childhood to adulthood has never been so daunting. The time of adolescence is longer than ever, yet society today offers little support in understanding or facilitating this transition. This course is designed to be used by parents, grandparents, teachers, administrators, professionals - anyone who desires to make sense of adolescence. Parents of all ages will find this course invaluable as preparation for what lies ahead. As we enter into a new year, the Archdiocese of Vancouver is pleased to offer, for the first time Making Sense of Adolescence, a Dr. Neufeld video course with discussion facilitated by Keven Bredeman, M.A. Starting Thursday, Jan. 05, 2023, weekly until Mar. 9, 2023. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.

Inegritas: A Dialogue on Faith and Mental Health

Join us online or at a host site parish to dialogue about topics of mental health through a Catholic lens, facilitated by a mental health professional equipped to answer your questions.
The four topics that will be covered are as follows:
Session 1: Mental health
Session 2: Mental illness
Session 3: Stigma
Session 4: Self-care
Dates: Wednesdays, Jan. 25th, Feb. 15th, Mar. 22nd, and Apr. 26th.
Time: 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Locations: Online or in-person at Saint Mary Parish, Vancouver; Saint Patrick Parish, Maple Ridge; Christ the Redeemer, West Vancouver; Good Shepherd Church, Surrey.
Facilitators: Denis Boyd and PJ Lewis
Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.

Pro-Life Mass and Prayer Vigil

Join this monthly Mass and vigil to pray for respect for all human life from its beginning to its natural end every first Saturday of the month from Feb. 04, 2023, until Aug. 6, 2023. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events.

Parish Communiqués

Support for Displaced Ukrainians Settling in the Lower Mainland

Please help Holy Eucharist Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral settle displaced Ukrainians in the Lower Mainland. They are in dire need of the following:

• Accommodations for 2 to 3 months, preferably with a family, since most arrivals consist of women with their children (contact: [email protected])
• Cash donations
• Grocery store gift cards
• Compass cards for bus rides
• Used computers / laptops
• Used cell phones / SIM cards

Arrange to drop off donations at the nearest Ukrainian Catholic Church or contact: uahelp.ca.

Encountering Jesus - Sunday Gospel Meditations for Families

Is family prayer time a struggle? Are your children having difficulty paying attention during Mass? Take part in a family-friendly Mass reading preparation and/or review through a simple Lectio Divina based on the Sunday Gospel readings. This ready-made, on-demand AUDIO program is easy to follow and engages all ages - K-7 and teens/adults to "Read, Reflect, Respond, Rest and make Resolutions" in their lives to live out God's word. The short, yet effective sessions are designed for kids in mind. Guided prayer meditations included. Learn more and register at inspiredwithgrace.com/families.

Events from Parishes and Other Organizations

Submit your event on Behold ▶️ beholdvancouver.org/submitevent

Pier Giorgio Frassati - What does "holiness" look like?

Join us as we examine the life of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, reflecting on the question, What does "holiness" look like? Led by Fr. David Bellusci, OP. Hosted every second Monday until June 2023 at St. Mary's Parish, Vancouver, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events.

Padre Pio Prayer Group Catechesis Meeting

Come and join us to learn the spirituality of St. Padre Pio with guidance and catechism directly from San Giovani Rotondo and led by Fr. David Bellusci, OP. Hosted every first Saturday of the month at 9:30 a.m. until July 2023 at St. Mary's Parish, Vancouver. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.

Water in the Desert: Adoration and Worship

Water in the Desert is a monthly Adoration evening at Christ the Redeemer Parish. Spend an hour with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Beautiful praise and worship music and a testimony from a parishioner will help you reflect and pray during this peaceful evening on Saturday, Jan. 21, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. "Lost & Found" coffeehouse will be open after for those who wish to stay and socialize. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events.

Bible in a Year Celebration

Did you listen to the Bible in a Year podcast last year? By January, you will have listened to the entire Bible! It's time to get together, celebrate, share our experiences, and learn together on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.

Indigenous Pastoral and Lay Ministry Education

This online Indigenous Pastoral and Lay Leader Ministry Education program is jointly sponsored by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon, St. Thomas More College, and Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools. It is led by teams of Indigenous and non-Indigenous instructors, modelling respectful and reconciling relationships. Course 2: Indigenous-Settler Relationship will be held from Jan. 10, 2023, to Mar. 7, 2023, and offered online from 2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. PST (4:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. CST) on Tuesday afternoons. The cost is $200 per course (some funding assistance available.) Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.

Love and Peace in the Year of the Rabbit

Join this Lunar new year carnival by the Chinese ministry in support of the Healing and Reconciliation grant at Precious Blood Parish on Jan. 28, 2023, at 12:00 a.m. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.

Employment Opportunities

There are disciples in your parishes who will live the missionary impulse of the Church in Vancouver through their career, and we want to get to know them. Would you consider sharing these jobs on your website or in your bulletin to help us connect with your parishioners? You can share individual postings or direct parishioners to rcav.org/jobs for a full list of positions.

Reporter

The B.C. Catholic Newspaper is hiring a full-time Reporter to join our award-winning team of Communications professionals. Under the direction of the Editor, the Reporter will write local stories that enlighten, inform, and inspire the faithful in the Archdiocese of Vancouver. The Reporter acts as the "story-teller" of the local Catholic Church, recording our milestones, unfolding local events, and witnessing the ways that God is working in the archdiocese. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs.

Family Services Advisor

The Family Services Advisor (Advisor) provides advice and support to Christian families in making at-need or pre-need burial arrangements. This role provides education, advice and support on burial space arrangements to the family, presenting options and preparing plans. In at-need situations, the Advisor is responsible to coordinate internment scheduling between the funeral director, the family, the pastor, and cemetery grounds staff. This role plays a critical role in contributing to our mission of "preparing the living for the life to come; burying the dead in the Catholic tradition; and providing comfort for the living with compassion and care." Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs.

Development Officer - Projects and Operations

The Development Officer coordinates the annual Archbishop's dinner, plans, and implements an Archdiocesan grant program and assists the Director of Development in identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding major gift donors. The Development Officer is also responsible for overseeing all annual projects (including, campaigns), and operations and oversees multiple grant applications benefiting the many ministries and outreach initiatives in our Archdiocese. The Development Officer must be committed to the Church's mission and to the principles of Gospel stewardship. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs.

Communications Coordinator

The Communications Office is seeking a full-time Coordinator who will oversee the digital outreach of the Catholic Church in Vancouver. Part writer, part content creator, and part social media manager, the Coordinator will manage email campaigns, social media, and websites. The Coordinator will be responsible for the digital outreach of ministries and sub-brands such as The B.C. Catholic, Behold, Proclaim, Gardens of Gethsemani, Project Advance, and the Archbishop of Vancouver. The Communications Coordinator will assist the Director with key messaging and clearly communicate to the public and the media. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs.

Controller, Finance Office

The Controller is a senior member of the finance team and is responsible for all areas relating to general accounting & financial reporting, participates in safeguarding Archdiocesan assets, and is accountable for payroll administration. This function also provides support to the Chief Financial Officer, the Archdiocesan Curia, and provides information and support to parishes and schools. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs.

Accounting Assistant/Accountant, Finance Office

The incumbent reports to the Controller and coordinates AP systems and Banking initiatives for John Paul II Pastoral Centre and associated agencies such as Gardens of Gethsemani, Door is Open, Men's Hostel, and The BC Catholic. The incumbent, working with the Controller, assesses accounts payable and banking processes and recommends any changes as the environment and systems evolve. The incumbent is the subject matter expert for all payments and banking functions and is the first point of contact for all Pastoral Centre and other agencies outside the Finance Office. The incumbent will also provide training and support to staff in processing payments and banking transactions. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs.

Gift Planning and Parish Support Officer

The Gift Planning and Parish Support Officer will continue to develop and enhance the gift planning and parish support program for the Archdiocese of Vancouver and implement the plan across all parishes. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs.

Manager, Family Services, Gardens of Gethsemani

The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader with good business acumen and brings a minimum of 8 years of successful team leadership and management experience. You embrace Servant Leadership while being committed to good stewardship of the people and material resources entrusted to you. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs.

Finance and Accounting Manager, Gardens of Gethsemani

This position supports the financial well-being of the organization. The role fulfills accounting and managerial reporting, oversees banking, trust fund management, and loan management, as well as supporting quality assurance on family contracts and all compliance requirements with the Consumer Protection Agency, the Canada Revenue Agency, and the Archdiocese; and acts as the point person for the annual audit. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs.

Guest Attendant, Catholic Charities Men's Shelter (Part-Time)

The Catholic Charities Men's Shelter is looking for Guest Attendants to support the Men's Shelter guests. The Shelter is searching for part-time staff who have a flexible schedule, are able to work evenings and/or overnight shifts, and are willing to commit to a minimum of one or two shifts per week on an ongoing basis. As we continue to navigate this unprecedented time, we are looking for individuals who are deeply committed to serving the homeless on the frontlines, while adhering to strict safety protocols to ensure the health and well-being of all guests and staff. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs.

Executive Assistant, Corpus Christi Parish

Corpus Christi Parish, situated in the East Deanery of Vancouver, is a vibrant and active community of about 3,000 parishioners and 428 students in the Elementary School. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs.

Administrative Assistant, Christ the Redeemer Parish

Christ the Redeemer Parish seeks a capable and committed person to serve as an Administrative Assistant to assist ministries and parishioners in supporting the parish vision and mission. As an Administrative Assistant, you may be the first face someone sees at the parish. You love to make people feel welcome and aim to meet their needs wherever they may be on their discipleship journey. Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs.

Custodian and Maintenance

St. Joseph the Worker Parish, Richmond, is seeking a Parish Custodian and Maintenance Person. We are looking for a dependable and energetic individual to support maintenance and custodial services in our busy Parish. Under the direction of the Parish Manager, the successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining a standard of cleanliness, safety, and welcome for our parish buildings (including the church, parish office, church hall, and parish centre). This position offers benefits and requires a commitment to work flexible hours (25 hours/week). Learn more and apply at rcav.org/jobs.

Employment Opportunities

The Archdiocese of Vancouver is blessed to be made up of a committed core of individuals who are eager to serve in ministry. If you feel called to be a part of this team, you can view our current openings at rcav.org/jobs.