CAPITAL CAMPAIGN UPDATE
(SCHOOL RENOVATION AND SEISMIC PROJECT)
The May 30th deadline for donor wall recognition is quickly approaching!
Families and individuals who have contributed a total of $1,250 or more will have the opportunity to be recognized on the donor wall. To make sure you’re included, please submit your gift or signed pledge form by May 30.
Due to the impending Canada Post strike, those who qualify for donor recognition may receive a confirmation letter either from your child’s class and/or via email. Once you receive it, please complete the requested information and return it to the school by June 6, 2025.
We are truly grateful for the amazing support received. Thank you for being such a big part of this project!
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL CARNIVAL SUNDAY MAY 25
The Holy Cross School Carnival is this Sunday May 25 (rain or shine) from 12:30pm – 4:30 pm on the Holy Cross School Grounds. All are welcome!
Come join us fordelicious food including BBQ sausages, pasta, hot dogs, and other treats. Please note that we only accept cash for payment. We look forward to seeing you there!
Prices are as follows:
$6.00 Pasta
$5.00 Sausage
$2.00 Hot dogs
$2.00 Pop
$1.00 Juice
$1.00 Water
$2.00 Popcorn
$2.00 Freezie
$4.00 Cotton Candy
$10.00 wrist band for games.
For more info: picnic@hcschool.ca
KRISPY KREME GRADE 7 FUNDRAISER
The families of the Grade 7 students will be selling Krispy Kreme donuts on Sunday May 25. Students will be selling them after the 10am and 12pm masses as well as all day at the carnival from 12:30-4:30.
The cost will be $2 per single donut or $20 per dozen. CASH ONLY
CWL STRAWBERRY TEA SATURDAY MAY 31
Our Strawberry Tea is sold out for this year! Thank you to all our parishioners and friends who bought tickets!
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Knights of Columbus Executive Meeting is on May 29th at 7pm in the Music Room.
Pancake Breakfast is next Sunday June 1st after 8am, 10am and 12pm masses.
THE FEAST OF PENTECOST
Novena – Friday, May 30th to Saturday, June 7th; 7:30pm to 8:30pm on Zoom.
We invite all parishioners to join us in preparing our hearts for Pentecost through a 9-day Novena to the Holy Spirit. Each day will offer reflections, prayers, and spiritual renewal as we anticipate the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the feast day. We will meet each day on Zoom. The link will be provided in the May 30th bulletin.
Feast Day – Saturday, June 7th at 6:30 pm in the school Gym. Please note, the last Novena prayers will be said at the school gym as we physically gather to celebrate the Feast of Pentecost.
HOLY CROSS/EIFFEL INVESTMENTS ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT 2025
A very special thank you once again to all the sponsors, golfers and volunteers who made our Annual Golf Tournament on May 9 at Riverway Golf Course another huge fundraising success. Over $44,000 was raised for the School and Parish.
With much gratitude,
The Holy Cross Golf Committee
THE BC CATHOLIC DELIVERY DISRUPTION
Due to the potential Canada Post strike, this week’s B.C. Catholic newspaper will not be delivered by mail this week.
To stay connected, you can:
- Pick-up your print copy at the parish
- Sign up for free digital access and email updates: bccatholic.ca/subscribe
- Read the digital edition: digital.bccatholic.ca
EASTER HOLY WATER
Easter Holy Water is available for anyone who would like to take some home. Please bring a container(s) and help yourself from the tub by our Blessed Mother statue.
FATHER CHRIS’S ANNUAL VACATION
Fr. Chris is on vacation from May 12 to June 6.
PROJECT ADVANCE 2025 APPEAL
This annual Appeal provides critical funding to key ministries and projects, not only in the Archdiocese of Vancouver, but in our very own parish as well. The money raised over and above the archdiocesan goal of $59,100 will go towards supporting our Parish Youth Programs, Alpha 2026 as well as parish buildings repairs and maintenance.
You can contribute to Project Advance online at projectadvance.ca or by phone at 604-299-3814, or in-person at our parish office. Building and forming our parish community is only possible with your donation. We are most grateful for your ongoing support.
MASS INTENTIONS for Monday May 26 to Sunday June 1, 2025 (Requested by)
Mon. May 26 8:15 am
+Frank Folino (Dave Demare)
Tues. May 27 8:15 am
+Ralph Folino (Dave Demare)
+Gina Bassetto (Family)
Thurs. May 29 8:15 am
Spl. Int. Angie and David
Fri. May 30 8:15 am
++Helen and Joseph Gunville (Dave Demare)
+John Morris (Alice)
Fri. May 30 7:30 pm
+Adolfo Ortiz Junior (Family)
+John Morris (Angie and David)
+Anthony D’Souza (Ryan’s Rainbow Volunteers)
Spl. Int. Father Maciej
Spl. Int. for Healing for Alejo Mariano Junior (Angelina Mariano)
Spl. Int. Chit Velasco (Diva)
Sat. May 31 9:00 am
++Souls in Purgatory (Maria Viveiros)
Spl. Int. Virgie Parel (Perla)
Sat. May 31 5:00 pm
Parishioners
Sun. June 1 8:00 am
+Tony De Santis (Family)
++Deceased Members of the Warburton Family
Sun. June 1 10:00am
++John and Rosalind Fernandez (Family)
++Vlado and Maria Srdanovic (Family)
Sun. June 1 12:00 Noon
+Zarela Delgado de Brain (Costanza)
+Ma Ling (The Neocatechumenal Way)
Spl. Int Vanessa and Darby Yule (The Neocatechumenal Way)
Spl. Int. Alicia Pare (The Neocatechumenal Way)
Sun. June 1 5:00 pm
Spl. Int. for Lanny Hui for her Birthday (Sunday 5 pm Choir)
Spl. Int. for Safe Travels for the Magsino Family (Magsino Family)