Real power in the Church is service, and Christ taught us that to make progress, to move forward we must first humble ourselves and put ourselves at the service of others. This was the focus of Pope Francis's homily at morning Mass. Reflecting on the readings of the day, the Pope said real power is service. Like Jesus who "came not to be served but to serve, and His service was the service of the Cross. He humbled Himself unto death, even death on a cross for us, to serve us, to save us". Pope Francis said: "there is no other way in the Church to move forward. For the Christian, getting ahead, progress, means humbling oneself. View this video clip.

The Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples, following a consultation with the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops, has appointed Father Alex Osei, C.S.Sp., as Director of the Canadian English Sector of the Pontifical Mission Societies (PMS). He succeeds Mr. Robert Gutcher, who was Interim Director after the former PMS Director, Mrs. Marie Deans, had been obliged to discontinue work in 2012 because of serious illness. Since November 2008, Father Osei was director of Brottier House Spiritan Refugee Centre in Toronto. Read more.

YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT RETREAT: How do we achieve true happiness and fulfillment in the midst of the brokenness we experience? Where does God fit in?  For teens & young adults (ages 14-35), May 24 & 25, St. Augustine Church. Cost $35. Speakers: Fr. Mark Slatter & Erin Kinsella. Info: Ted (613-738-5025 x231); (thurley@archottawa.ca).
 
JOURNEY TO THE FATHER: Looking for a way to encourage your teen in his or her Catholic faith?  Journey to the Father makes a difference in young lives…. it helps them grow in friendship with Jesus. July 19-21 in St. Raphaels, Ontario. Cost: $175/person. For youth (grades 9-12).  Info: Ted (613-738-5025 x231); (thurley@archottawa.ca).

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