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Greetings!
Each year on Good Friday, dioceses around the world hold a Collection for the Holy Land. Cardinal Leonardi Sandro, Prefect of the Congregation for Oriental Churches, has issued a letter to promote the collection and detailing how funds from the Collection were distributed in 2010 and 2011.
The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops invites parishes to include as part of their Good Friday celebrations of the Way of the Cross prayers and reflections for peace and justice in the Holy Land and throughout the Middle East. To assist in these celebrations, the CCCB suggests the following possible resources:
Sincerely, Paul Schratz
Director, Communications Office
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Good Friday
Friday, Apr. 6" Yet it was our infirmities that he bore, our sufferings that he endured." (Isaiah 53:4) More
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40 Days for Life Celebration Mass & Reception
 Come give thanks to the Lord for a successful 40 Days for Life campaign and share experiences with fellow pro-lifers. The Mass will be celebrated at Holy Name of Jesus Parish, Vancouver, on Friday, Apr. 13 at 7:00pm. A reception will follow in the church hall; everyone is welcome!
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Donations of Items to Men's Hostel
 The Catholic Charities Men's Hostel is attempting to make our guests' stay with us in our Emergency Homeless shelter (for 100 men; open 365 days a year) a little more comfortable. We are seeking the following for donation:
- Coffee mugs,
- Books, or
- Men's XL clothing.
Please bring your donation to 150 Robson Street, Vancouver, or contact us by phone at (604) 443-3292 or by e-mail to menshostel@rcav.org.
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Searching in the Spirit 2012
Searching in the Spirit, held Jul. 3-7 at Camp Jubilee in North Vancouver, is a program designed to deepen the newly confirmed young persons' life through a fun and faith-filled experience of Christian community. Outdoor recreation, faith-based activities and youth mentors combine to make this an unforgettable week! Parents and sponsors, it makes a great Confirmation gift! 
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 Sign up today for this life-changing course!
Thank you for being a great teacher! You have unlocked facts and "Jesus" for each of us in a wonderful, new way. - T.C. Thank you so much for the time and love you put into this course - it has truly helped to change me and my heart.
- R. Sign up today for this amazing course, starting in April. More info here.
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Spring Institute 2012
The Office of Catechetics offers a variety of programs to enrich adult Catholics in their faith formation and to prepare them for lay ministry in the Church. Click here for the list of courses being offered and here to register online.
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Jesus the Teacher Retreat 
"In catechesis it is Christ, the Incarnate Word and Son of God, who is taught...and Christ who teaches"
- John Paul II, On Catechesis in Our Time
This overnight retreat, held at Westminster Abbey in Mission from Apr. 27 to 29, is a part of the RCIA and PREP Certificate Programs offered at the seasonal Formation Institutes. It provides an opportunity for catechists to deepen their relationship with the one Teacher, Jesus Christ, and reflect on their vocation to lead others to Him. Click here to register.
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Youth Day 2012: Rejoice
"Rejoice in the Lord Always. Again, I will say rejoice!" (Philippians 4:4)
At Youth Day 2012, the young church will have a chance to celebrate our faith and to know our God better and praise His name. Wouldn't it be amazing if everyone we encountered knew that we are Catholics by what we say and do and by who we are? Come and find out how you too can be a living witness of that joy.
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Easter and Holy Week
Click here for a list of Easter and Holy Week services across the Archdiocese.
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