Rooted in the Westshore, OLOR serves the people of God by sharing, teaching and living the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
* Parish House – 2936 Irwin Rd
Mass Times & Confession
Tuesday: 6 pm
Wednesday-Friday: 4 pm
Confessions: Friday 9:30 am – 10:30 pm or by appointment
In Eucharistic Communion with the whole Catholic Church, as members of Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, we proclaim through our words and actions the Gospel of God’s love revealed in the Resurrection of Christ to the Western communities.
2940 Irwin Rd, Langford, BC V9B 5Y6
(250) 478-3482
Office hours: Monday- Friday: 7:30 am – 3:00 pm Email Address: olorchurch@rcdvictoria.org
The Adult Bible Study at Our Lady of the Rosary parish provides a program of continuing study for new and long term Catholic faithful in the Parish who want to learn more about our Faith and our Church.
The focus is on the Word of God and the way in which the Magisterium of the Church has always interpreted the passages in the Bible as they relate to everyday living. We use a textbook entitled: Understanding the Scriptures written by Dr. Scott Hahn who presents a Catholic approach to Scripture, highlighting the theme of covenant.
Tracing a path through salvation history, the book explains the various parts of the Bible and the importance of each part. Understanding the Scriptures will provide students with an understanding of Sacred Scripture that is critical to their Catholic Faith. The Adult Bible Study meets each Sunday at 6:15 pm in the large hall next to Our Lady of the Rosary parish office.
There are no prerequisites, just a willingness to read the Bible and the textbook, and to engage in discussions each week. Contact Bob & Judy Sicotte Ph 474-2119
Knights of Columbus, Langford Branch 8394
The Knights are a fraternal benefit society, under the auspices of the Roman Catholic Church, organized under a charter granted by the General Assembly of the state of Connecticut, on March 29, 1882. It is governed by a Supreme Council and a Supreme Board of Directors, with headquarters in New Haven, Connecticut ; and it has 61 “state councils”, of which 9 are Canadian provincial councils. The society does not, however, confine itself to insurance benefits and social interests, but has from the beginning devoted its energies to educational, charitable, religious, social welfare, war relief and welfare, and public relief work.
For more information please phone parish office 250-478-3482 or email olorchurch@rcdvictoria.org
The Catholic Women’s League of Canada is a national organization rooted in gospel values calling its’ members to holiness through service to the People of God.
We meet: on the 2nd Wednesday of every month (except July & August) in the parish house. We support local seminarians, Matercare, Development and Peace, Cridge Centre, Youth group, Poor Clare Sisters, the needy of the Community, Wheelchair Foundation and others. For more information drop into the church office to pick up a CWL information bulletin or email Michele Atchison (President) at atchis60@telus.net
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The Social Eco Justice Ministry’s mission is to spread awareness, and work towards positive action concerning the “Cry of the Poor” and the “Care of Our Common Home” – the Earth. SEJM is an outgrowth of the Development and Peace “Share Lent” and the “People and Planets First” Campaigns, inspired by Catholic Social Teaching.
We meet on the first Tuesday of most months. We are currently having a series of monthly walks, to pray and discuss the encyclical “Laudato Si”.
To join us, please contact:
Eileen O’Donnell (250) 478-1680 Joanne Maudie (250) 361-7129 or Megan Desouza (250) 217-0881
The mission of the society of St. Vincent de Paul is: to live the Gospel message by serving Christ in the poor with love, respect, justice and joy. The mission of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul implies that as Vincentians we see Christ in anyone who suffer; come together as a family; have personal contact with the poor; help in all possible ways.
Conference members meet in the small hall every third Wednesday afternoon at 1:00 p.m.
Members visit people in need in emergency situations or as needed. These outings, called “Home Visits”, are a way for Society members to visit a person in the privacy of their own home.
For more information please call parish office 250-478-3482 or email: olorchurch@rcdvictoria.org
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Our Lady of the Rosary Social Team meet the first Sunday of each month in the Parish Centre at 9:30am.
We serve coffee and arrange anniversary Sunday each month as well as several social events throughout the year. We co-ordinate the Annual Pot Luck Parish Picnic held at the Knights of Columbus Farm and greet parishioners at the Saturday, 5 pm Holy Mass.
We presently have four parish members on our team. If anyone is interested in joining our team please call Judy Sicotte @ 250-474-2119
Our Lady of the Rosary Church is pleased to provide a Catholic Pre-School and Child Care program to families it serves as well as in our local community.
Our preschool and child care is for children from 33 months – 5 years. With small class sizes, we can better focus on the individual needs of each child. Our centre is clean, bright, safe and fun so that the children can enjoy learning through play and planned activities. For more information please visit our preschool or call 250-590-6095
Always look up is phrase I often say! Today’s Scriptures invite us all to “look up” and raise our sights, and our hearts, when thinking of the future. Beyond this present life, God has planned a great future for all of us. Isaiah’s prophecy of the heavenly banquet is an invitation to think of our eternal destiny. There is more to live for than what we see in this present world, interesting and challenging though it is. What really counts, indeed, is whether we succeed in reaching our eternal happiness with God. Today’s Gospel parable speaks about people who, for one reason or another, chose to ignore or reject an invitation to a wedding banquet.
We know that we are not, yet the people God calls us to be. But we also believe something greater. We believe in God’s faithfulness. We believe in God’s mercy. We believe that God will not allow sin to have the final word in our lives. Instead, God continues to set us free. Little by little, day by day, God is transforming us into the people he has called us to be. And that is something worth giving thanks for. True thanksgiving changes us. It affects us deeply. It transforms us.
When we truly give thanks to God, we become more aware of who we are and whose we are. We begin to understand that we are God’s holy people. And so, in the Eucharistic Prayer, we pray that we may become more the people God calls us to be. But we do not become God’s holy people simply for our own sake. We do not become Christ’s Body just so that we can feel good about ourselves. No. We become Christ’s Body so that, with the power of Christ’s Spirit working within us, we can continue Christ’s mission in our world. That is why we say “Amen” at the end of the Eucharistic Prayer. Our “Amen” is more than a word. It is an act of faith. It is our way of saying: Yes, Lord. We believe. Yes, Lord. We give thanks. Yes, Lord. Send us. Gratitude is the best preparation for life.
So, on this Thanksgiving weekend, may I offer you another course on the menu? Put into your mouth the whole Meal that is offered at this table, so that when you stand up, you will stand up with others and for others. Eat of the Meal of Truth, so that you may reveal truthfully the One who prepares this banquet. Eat well and often of the Bread of Life, so that your feet may lead you to those who are hungry, lonely, forgotten, or in need. Drink deeply of the Cup of Living Wine, so that you may generously bring life to those who need love and mercy. And when you gather around your family tables this weekend, talk with one another about how our meals can become signs of the greater banquet—the banquet of God’s Kingdom. Living thanks is more important than simply giving thanks. The best way to give thanks is to live thankfully.
Happy Thanksgiving
Fr. William
The building project is progressing well. On the lower level, painting is underway and flooring has begun, while new concrete stairs are being completed. On the upper level, utilities and insulation are installed, drywall is being finished, and most of the metal roofing, siding, and exterior paint are done. The Nave structure is rising, with roof trusses, scaffolding, and utility installations in progress. Outside, the site is being leveled for parking and landscaping, and plans for the Early Learning Centre play areas are being reviewed. Despite a setback with the original framing contractor, Kinetic Construction has taken over, keeping delays minimal.
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Televised Mass
Salt + Light TV has made arrangements with cable companies across Canada (Rogers, Bell, Telus, Shaw Direct, Videotron) to make Salt + Light TV available free of charge to all subscribers until May 1, 2020.
Anyone who subscribes to Cable TV will be able to access Salt + Light TV, and therefore to tune in for the Daily TV Mass, and Sunday TV Mass, produced by the National Catholic Broadcasting Council.
Salt + Light TV is also televising the daily Mass celebrated by Pope Francis from Casa Santa Marta. This airs every day at 9:00 am and will be televised in both English and French.
“La Messe du jour” produced and televised by Salt + Light TV from the crypt at Saint Joseph Oratory in Montreal will now be televised on Sundays through arrangements with the Archdiocese of Montreal, enabling everyone access to the televised Mass in both French and English seven days a week.
The channel number for each cable company that carries Salt + Light TV can be found at https://saltandlighttv.org/subscribe
Please note that the Daily TV Mass is also available on other faith-based television networks besides Salt + Light TV. The various networks and Mass times can be found at https://dailytvmass.com/broadcast-schedule/
E-Transfer Giving
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In Person
The Parish office is open or use the mail slot. Please contact the parish office at 250-478-482 or olorchurch@rcdvictoria.org with any questions or assistance in your giving.
2936 Irwin Rd, Langford, BC V9B 5Y6
Office hours: Mon – Fri, 8:00 am – 3:45 pm
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