FEAST:
Today is the feast of the presentation of the Lord, forty days after Christmas. We also celebrate the Enthronement of the Bible today. We are all encouraged to reflect on these celebrations and read our bible daily.
TITHE SUNDAY:
Today is the first Sunday of the month, we shall have the opportunity to pay our tithes. There shall be a special blessing after the second collection. May God bless and grant success to the works of our hands. Amen. We can also pay direct to Holy Family Catholic Church, Fidelity 5080032193.
(1%) ONE PERCENT BIBLE CHALLENGE
As we celebrate the word of God, and in order to build up our Faith more in the teachings of the church after our 21 days foundation prayer and retreat. We wish to introduce to all parishioners the 1% Bible Challenge. Every Parishioner is encouraged to read and study the Bible 15min every day; which is 1% of 24 hours. We are beginning with the book of Genesis for the Month of February, 2020. Take up this challenge faithfully as slated below and be enriched spiritually.
| Day in February | BIBLE Chapter |
| Day | Chapter(s) |
| 2 | 1 AND 2 |
| 3 | 3 AND 4 |
| 4 | 5 AND 6 |
| 5 | 7 AND 8 |
| 6 | 9 AND 10 |
| 7 | 11 AND 12 |
| 8 | 13 AND 14 |
| 9 | 15 AND 16 |
| 10 | 17 AND 18 |
| 11 | 19 |
| 12 | 20 AND 21 |
| 13 | 22 AND 23 |
| 14 | 24 |
| 15 | 25 AND 26 |
| 16 | 27 |
| 17 | 28 AND 29 |
| 18 | 30 AND 31 |
| 19 | 32 AND 33 |
| 20 | 34 AND 35 |
| 21 | 36 AND 37 |
| 22 | 38 AND 39 |
| 23 | 40 AND 41 |
| 24 | 42 AND 43 |
| 25 | 44 AND 45 |
| 26 | 46 |
| 27 | 47 |
| 28 | 48 AND 49 |
| 29 | 50 |
KNOW YOUR FAITH PARISH DOCTRINAL CLASS:
Beginning from the month of February, we shall have an interactive session with the Priest on the various doctrines of the church on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month during the 6.30am mass. We are all encouraged to attend for our spiritual enrichment and better Understanding of our faith. Next Saturday February 8th, we shall be discussing one of the Pillars of Catholic spirituality.
MARY UNDOER OF KNOTS:
We shall begin our Parish Novena to Mary Undoer of Knots on the first day of each month and conclude together on the ninth during the evening mass. Booklets are available at the Parish Bookshop and the Novena is available on the parish WhatsApp group page.
SEMINARIAN:
Our Seminarian, Kizito Emenalo has concluded his Six (6) months Pastoral work in the Parish and will be leaving us to continue his formation. Let us remember him in our prayers. May the good Lord grant him the grace of final perseverance, Amen.
MEETINGS:
There shall be a crucial meeting of the Parish Priest with the following groups after evening Mass.
Monday Feb 3: PARISH LAITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE.
Tuesday Feb 4: CMO EXECUTIVE.
Wednesday Feb 5: CWO EXECUTIVE.
All meetings shall hold at the Omisesan Hall.
All those concerned should ensure they attend.
RESPECT FOR THE CHURCH:
The Mass is the community at worship, the greatest form of prayer. Get to church early for Mass. If you are late, do not disturb those who came early; don’t squeeze yourself into a full pew, check for free space. Don’t spend the Mass time on your gadgets. Mass time is not the best period to give food and snack to children. Do not allow them litter the church either during or after the Mass. Do not allow the children play with our Hymn Books and Bibles. Pick up what they drop before you leave. Receive Communion with reverence; it is the Body of Christ. This is a house of worship – show due respect.
HARVEST MINI-BAZAAR:
The Harvest mini-bazaar holds on Sunday February 9th, 2020. We encourage all of us to stop by and pick up an items for ourselves and family.
CATECHISM VENUE:
All Society Leaders should take note that there should be no Society meetings at the venues of Catechism Classes from 3:30pm to 6:00pm at the Church Halls and the Courtyard.
BAPTISMAL CARD:
Some Parishioners are yet to collect their Baptismal Cards after the Sacrament of Baptism (Infant), 1st Holy Communion, Confirmation, RCIA and also some Pre-wedding attendance Cards. While some submitted their Baptismal cards during their wedding preparation. Please do come to check your name at the Parish Catechist office during the week or Parish Office on Sundays. Also check the notice board outside. Thank you.
ALTAR GIRLS MASS SERVERS:
This is to notify all Registered members of the new Altar Girls mass servers that their 2months training and seminar commences in earnest on February 9th to April 4th, 2020 Time: 2pm Every Saturday. Venue: Church Hall. Registration is still on for interested young girls between the age 8-12 years. For further enquiries, meet the pastoral sister… Sr. Assumpta Okeke, EHJ.
FROM THE PARISH OFFICE:
Please, kindly collect your receipt for every money payment made in the Church through the Parish office.
This includes: –
(i). Mass Booking
(ii). Marriage Registration & Certificate.
(iii). Issuance of Baptismal Cards
(iv). Harvest/Donations/Remodelling
(v). Altar Bread & Wine for Thanksgiving
(vi). And any other payments.
All Payments must go through the Parish Office.
RETURN TO THE SACRAMENTS:
We wish to encourage those who have been estranged from the sacraments for one reason or the other especially the Holy Eucharist, to return to the Sacraments. Kindly meet any of the priests if you are having any difficulty in this regard. May Christ grant us life through his Body and Blood. Amen.
INDIVIDUAL THANKSGIVING:
As directed by His Grace, the Archbishop, for uniformity of the liturgy in the Archdiocese, all individual thanksgiving for families and groups shall come up after Communion. Kindly follow the instructions of the Lectors and come out on time for the thanksgiving.
DIRECTORATE OF SOCIAL COMMUNICATION:
Directorate of Social Communication Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos.
One-Day Conference with the Archbishop.
Theme: Mobilizing Catholic Media Practitioners for the Mission of the Church in the Digital Era.
Venue: McGovern Hall, St. Agnes Catholic Church, Maryland, Lagos.
Date: Saturday 29th February, 2020.
Time: 9:00am prompt.
For more details call Miss Rita Eboh on 08028806353.
PARISH ACCOUNTS:
Parishioners who wish to pay their tithes can pay directly to:
Holy Family Catholic Church,
Fidelity 5080032193.
And for Church Building Support, pay directly to:
Holy Family Catholic Church,
Zenith 1011876127.
HARVEST:
We urge parishioners to kindly redeem their pledges by (i.) Cash or Cheque at the Harvest stand or Parish Office and get a receipt. (ii.) Pay direct to the Harvest Account, “Holy Family Catholic Church Harvest, Zenith 1014506326 (iii.) Pay through POS at the Parish Office or Harvest stand.
HOLY FAMILY INFO-TECH SERVICES:
This is to inform all those who wish to sit for this year’s JAMB that registration for CBT practice is ongoing. For more information, please visit the training school at the Youth Centre or call 08035343025 or 08025638535.
HOLY FAMILY INFO-TECH SERVICES:
This is to inform those who are certified in Web Design & Development and Computer Networking that HFIS training centre is in need of Tutors in the specified fields mentioned. Interested persons should please visit us at Holy Family Info-Tech Services or contact us on 08035343025, 08061509771.
KNIGHTS & LADIES OF ST. MULUMBA:
The Order of the Knights of Saint Mulumba Nigeria, Festac Town Sub Council invites young boys and girls between the ages of 14 and 25 to enroll in the Youth Wing (Youths of St. Mulumba). The youth is aimed at strengthening the spiritual growth and character formation of members in addition to training. Grooming and equipping them with valuable life skills. For further information kindly contact Bro. Anselm Alokha on 08033091702. Bro Vincent Iwueze on 09099993046. Bro George Kokobili on 08027153868.
ADMISSION INTO CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
EUCHARISTIC HEART OF JESUS MODEL COLLEGE OBARETIN BENIN, EDO STATE: (Co-educational, Mixed/ Full Boarding). This is co-educational college of high educational and moral standard owned and managed by the Eucharistic Heart of Jesus Sisters. Admission is in progress into JSS 1&2 for 2020/2021 Academic Session. Application forms are sold in Parish Office for N5,000.00 only. See posters in the Parish Office and notice boards for details of Exam, Venues and Dates.
CECILIAN ACADEMY: ADMISSION INTO THE CECILIAN ACADEMY OF SACRED MUSIC 2019/2020 SESSION. The academy is calling for registration from prospective candidates who wish to acquire music knowledge to register, Admission is still ongoing. Courses offered include Rudiments/Theory of music: Voice and Conducting; Basic Piano; Gregorian chant and Applied Music (any instrument of your choice). Instructional centers are located in Festac; Surulere; Lekki; Ikeja and Ejigbo. Tuition fee is very affordable. For further enquiries call or text: 09030905196/09083036356/08056526856 or send email to: directorceasam@gmail.com.
LUMEN CHRISTI COLLEGE ADMISSIONS 2020/2021:
Admission to Lumen Christi College, Maya Ikorodu Lagos is now open for Boys and Girls JSS1, 2, 3 & SS 1 classes. You can purchase the forms at the Parish Office. The form cost N5, 000.00 only. Call the school for more information: 08037763193, 07032410512 or 08092422747.
ADMISSION: Entrance forms at TANSI INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE, AWKA, for the 2020/2021 Academic session are now on sale at the rate of N4, 000.00. All applications must be received at the centre of purchase by Wednesday, 12th February, 2020. Entrance Examination Date: Saturday, 15th February, 2020 at St. Leo’s Catholic Church, Ikeja and St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Isolo by 9:00am. For further enquires call: 08023522570, 08053916445.
CHRIST THE KING COLLEGE (CKCC) ODOLEWU-IJEBU: 2020 Entrance Examination forms for Christ the King Catholic College, Odolewu-Ijebu are now available. Exam Date: Saturday, March 21, 2020. Time: 9.00am. For details, please check the parish notice board.
St. Anthony’s Grammar School (Private)
Esure, Ijebu-Imusin, Ogun State: Entrance forms for 2020/2021
academic year into JSS1, JSS2 & SS1 available at the Parish office at the
rate of N5, 000. For enquires
contact: 08098250408, 08064022492, 08058351319, and 08077888135.
ST. FRANCIS ADMISSIONS 2020/2021: Sale of admission forms into St. Francis Catholic Secondary School, Idimu, (The Jesuit-Catholic College of Lagos) Begins on November 1, 2019 and ends on February 7, 2020. You can Purchase the form at the school premises, or on the school’s website: www.stfrancismagis.org. For details, please check the parish notice board. Email: stfrancisadmissions@gmail.com.