St. Dunstan's Basilica Parish

to those who reached out to me and my family at the recent death of our mother. Thanks to all for your ongoing prayers, as we grieve her departure and give thanks for who she has been to us and for us.

Blessings to all, Fr. Keith.

Envelopes for January will be with next week’s bulletin. A sincere thank you to those who have contributed thus far. It is realized that this is a time of financial challenge for many. We are sensitive to that.

Any consideration you are able to give is much appreciated. Thank you for your support!

As many of you are already aware, the Chief Public Health Office has mandated that schools across PEI remain closed to students until at least Monday, January 17. St. Dunstan’s Basilica Parish Catechetics Program will also remain closed to in-person classes. This will allow us time to determine the best way to safely move forward with our in-person classes. We would like to thank all families and our catechists for their continued patience and support! If you have any questions, please contact Sandra at catecheticsstdunstan@gmail.com or her direct line at the Parish Office is 902-367-4265.

Mask-wearing is required at all times while in the church. For the present time, congregational singing is discouraged. Physical distancing, hand-sanitizing, and staying home if feeling unwell or are required to be in self-isolation.

We have a few left in the parish office for a suggested donation of $15

If you are registered for Mass, your envelopes are available with the greeters as you enter or
leave the church. For those who have not been using envelopes and would like to begin to do so, extra sets are available at the back. When you begin to use them in the new year, be sure to put your name and address on them
the first few times, so we have a record for receipt purposes. You may also contact the Parish Office to pick up
your envelopes. Many thanks to all!!

The Holy Father is inviting us to participate in the diocesan phase of the Synod.
You’re encouraged to gather in COVID-conscious ways to pray and engage with the themes of the Synod.

Small groups are welcome to organize themselves. Call the parish office for assistance in this.

You can find more information and some helpful resources at

https://dioceseofcharlottetown.com/synod-of-bishops-for-a-synodal-church/

A gentle reminder: Please be aware of the collection basket available at the end of the aisle, either entering or leaving. Your financial support is needed and appreciated. Many thanks for your consideration.

In response to COVID-19 precautions, missals will not be placed in the seats for the present.

If you would like to order your own, some options:

The St. Joseph Sunday Missal: Broughton's ( www.bbroughton.com or 1-800-268-4449).

The Word Among Us (specify you wish to order the “Complete Catholic Mass Readings for Canada” edition):

7115 Guilford Dr. STE 100, Frederick, MD USA 21704-9804, wau.org or 1-800-775-9673

The Word Among Us contains the readings and a commentary for each day;

Living with Christ : Novalis Periodical Dept. 1 Eglinton Ave. East, Suite 800, Toronto, ON M4P 3A1,

1-800-387-7164, living@novalis.ca

2022 Workbooks are in. Please pick up your copy in the vestry. This is a great resource.

Mass registration is available through our parish website: www.stdunstanspei.com

For those who would like someone to register for you, please telephone 902-892-9387 or 902-367-7829.

Please note: Pre-registration is not necessary for weekday Masses.

Names and contact information will be taken upon arrival.

Pre-registration remains a requirement for weekend Masses.

Please refrain from strong scents and perfumes at Mass. There are a number of people who have allergies, and are sensitive to them. Many thanks!

Please contact Jodi or Brady Grant ( bradyandjodi@gmail.com or (902-218-8282). You may request to have a candle burn in the Adoration Chapel. ($7 Mon –Sun). Please contact the Parish Office. This week the candles in the Chapel burn for: Souls in Purgatory(1).

Children at Mass should be accompanied to the washroom downstairs by a parent rather than going on their own. In the interest of safety, this is a prudent practice to follow. If your child has such a need, please go with them.

The Martha Spirituality Centre will remain closed for in-person programs until September 2021. However, the good news is that we have organized many programs to go forward on Zoom, so we will be zooming into 2021. To access a program, you must have downloaded Zoom on your computer (it’s free). When you register for a program, your facilitator will send you a link to access the program on that day. Please note the following: (A) There is no telephone access at the Martha Spirituality Centre. (B) All registrations have to be done on-line with the facilitator of each program. She/he will let you know the process of payment for each program. (C) Any inquiries by phone will be to Sr. Gemma Dunn at 902-892-3179. (D) Our brochure can be viewed through the diocese of Charlottetown website www.dioceseofcharlottetown.com and through the Sisters of St. Martha website www.peimarthas.com/programs