St. Theresa's Parish

Pastor’s Easter Message

“Lord, you have renewed the face of the earth. Your Church throughout the world sings you a new song, announcing your wonders to all. Through a virgin, you have brought forth a new birth in our world; through your miracles, a new power; through your suffering, a new patience; in your resurrection, a new hope; and in your ascension, new majesty.” These words from the Office of the Breviary (the prayer of the Church) proclaims the life of Christ: His birth, life, suffering, death, resurrection and ascension.

It is with great joy in my heart I announce to you: “Christ is risen! He is risen indeed!” This ancient greeting sums up what we celebrate this Easter Sunday, the joy of Christ risen and alive in our midst.

As our lives begin to return to a sense of “normalcy” following two years of pandemic, our world now faces the war in Ukraine and its potential for escalation to a third world war.

Let us turn in prayer to the Prince of Peace and intercede on behalf of all who have suffered and dies as a result of hatred and war.

May the Peace of Christ reign in our hearts and throughout the whole world. Amen.

Happy Easter!

Fr David

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As we continue to find ways to support each other, let us remember that the church also needs support. For those families who are able, you can mail in your collection envelopes (3597 Main Street, West St Paul, MB R4A 5A2). Post-dated cheques would be acceptable. Please see link for the Pre-Authorized Debit form. Or you may make your donations through the Archdiocese of Winnipeg APP.

St Theresa is continuing to disinfect all surfaces that are commonly touched, such as on the pews where your hands rest, ALL light switches, handrails, door handles after each Mass.

Hand sanitizer is widely available throughout the church.

All parishioners are asked not to participate if feeling unwell.

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