"If there is to be reconciliation, first there must be truth" Timothy B Tyson
STATEMENT REGARDING
FORMER KAMLOOPS INDIAN RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL ON THE TK’EMLÚPS TE SECWÉPEMC FIRST NATIONAdditional Infor
From the Office of Bishop Miehm
June 4, 2021
Dear Brothers and Sisters in the Diocese of Peterborough,
The recent discovery of the remains of 215 children on the grounds of the former Kamloops Indian Residential School on the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc First Nation has aroused feelings of shock, bewilderment, and sadness. The residential school system represents a shameful chapter in our nation’s history and the involvement of the Catholic Church in that system rightfully evokes feelings of shame and sorrow.
I share and am moved by the sentiments of grief and anger expressed by many people in recent days and affirm the expressions of sorrow offered by my brother bishops in Canada. We must insist that the truth be brought to light both in Kamloops and in former residential schools across our country. Likewise, we as a Church must continue to work to build bridges and foster reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. It is only by honestly confronting the wrongdoings of the past and taking responsibility in the present, that we can hope to move towards future healing and reconciliation.
I have asked the priests of our Diocese to address this matter at the Masses this Sunday, as we pray for the children, the families who mourn them and all those who have been impacted by this tragic news. Recognizing that there is still much work to be done, let us not neglect to pray for the grace and courage to do it.
Yours in Christ,
†Most Reverend Daniel Miehm
Bishop of Peterborough
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Greetings To You All
Pastoral News
Important Notice:
As of Friday July 16th, we moved into Step 3 of the Re-opening of the Province. This does not directly affect us, since we have been able to celebrate mass both during the weekday and weekend with 25% capacity.
There is one thing that has changed, we no longer have to use contact tracing, except for funerals. For this reason you do not have to register for a mass. You are asked to still self assess yourself before entering the church, sanitize your hands, and to wear a mask. Thank you.
The office will remain open, Tuesday through Thursday, 9:30AM - 2:30PM.
We thank you for your patience and continued support on so many levels.
If you are looking to book your COVID19 appointment, but do not have access to a computer, or are not comfortable accessing the Health Unit Portal, please call
Marguerite Goodfellow at 705-783-4678, our Parish Nurse
who can help set up your appointment. Thank you
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Vaccination / Immunization News: COVID 19
They are now taking bookings for all adults in the province. If you or someone you know are on the waiting list you will be contacted by the Health Unit. Please do not try to call the Health Unit yourself. They will call you!!!
If you wish to go online and register yourself, here is the website:
https://covid-19.ontario.ca/book-vaccine/
As well, anyone is now able to register for your second shot.
Stay Safe,
Marguerite Goodfellow / Parish Nurse
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