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May 30, Altar Server Appreciation Day – Will take place at Par Place, just west of Prince Albert on the Shellbrook Highway.  In case of rain venue will be moved into Sacred Heart Cathedral and Rivier Academy.  The day will include games, sports and lots of fun. A closing celebration with Bishop Thévenot, M. Afr. will include a special recognition certificate and gift for all servers present who have served 5 years or more.  Cost is $10 per person before May 27^, $15 after the early bird date.  Registration forms will be online by April 30 and mailed out to each of the parishes shortly afterwards.

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Altar Server Appreciation Day Help Needed – This year for the Altar Server Appreciation Day on May 30, we are trying something new. The Diocese is putting on an Amazing Race Event at Par Place (west of Prince Albert on  Shellbrook Hwy) and we need volunteers to help set-up, run stations, snack and water stations, etc.  If you are interested in volunteering in any of these areas from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 30, please contact Christine Taylor at 306-922-4747 ext. 227 or Andrea Langlois at 306-922-4747 ext. 228.

Catholic Family Services – Climbing the Rock – Teens Exposed to Interpersonal Violence Begins April 28 at Queen Mary School at 3:30pm. Teens and pre-teens, 12-17, can still register, spots are available.  Once a week, the program helps young people overcome personal struggles they encounter after being exposed to interpersonal violence, helping to reduce the effects of trauma by providing a safe supportive environment.  Transportation is provided if needed. This program is fully funded by the Ministry of Justice and there is no fee.  To register, call CFS at 922-3202 or email rose.cfspa@sasktel.net. Catholic Family Services is available for service to anyone in need of counselling on an individual or family basis.  They help in many ways.  Please contact them if you’re in need of assistance.

Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine Inc. would like to thank all the businesses and pilgrims that attended and/or bought tickets for our 5th Annual Fund Raising Supper.  Even though the weather did not co-operate, the night was a great success!  Thanks again everyone, and remember to keep the last Saturday of April open for next year.

May 11, Pro-Life Flag Raising Ceremony – Celebrate Life Week will begin with a short flag raising ceremony at Prince Albert City Hall on May 11 at 11:30 am.  Everyone is encouraged to attend and help to declare this a Pro-life week in the city. For more information or ideas, contact Dorothy Kawula 306-764-0891 dorothy@pasoftware.ca.