Thanks to Cyril Dowling for providing this jpg.

VM268 (2004-50)         December 10, 2004

I have voted - have you? REMINDER from Jack Egan

Dear Friend of Catholic Exchange,

While the Motion Picture Academy has (predictably) given "THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST" the cold shoulder, Mel Gibson's epic film has broken into the Top 5 for the People's Choice Awards for "Favorite Movie Drama."

Voting is happening right now online at http://www.pcavote.com/voting/film/f02.shtml. The broadcast announcing the winner airs on CBS on Sunday, January 9. So please visit the People's Choice Awards website today and let your voice be heard! Voting will end on December 13.

Let Hollywood know what people of faith believe is the best movie of 2004! Vote today -- and then forward this message to your family and friends.

In JMJ,    Tom Allen   Editor, CE

Have you heard about {if you send a note to the MPs request a 'read' receipt as  some of them are deleting our messages without even reading them}, let me know - if you want to hear more about this.

Are you on CHRI’s monthly newsletter mailing list?  Want it? - Just ask!

A few weeks ago, at the monthly Family Formation meeting, I saw a card game. I was very impressed with it ... read on:

This card game (it is actually three different decks, any of which can be played independently but are bought as a set) is based on the popular game called "Taboo" but this is a Catholic version.  The first deck is the general edition and it is quite simple, ie) for the word "liturgy" you have to think of words other than the five "sacred" words - word, Eucharist, mass, Sunday and Church - to say in order for your teammates to guess your word.  The other two decks are the Bible edition and the Saints edition. The Saints edition is the most challenging, in my humble opinion.  The game is good for young and old, it is portable (good for long car trips!) and also a great learning tool. For those who like trivia and are good at impromptu thinking, this game is a perfect fit.  It would make a good stocking stuffer for someone who is hard to buy for.   Personally, we have enjoyed the game with our children and also with adult friends.  The cost is $20 for the three decks and proceeds go to support Familia.  If anyone would like to purchase Sacred Word, they could call or email.  Delivery cost not included; hopefully we could get the decks to people without extra cost.

Click here if you are interested.

To find out more about Familia - please visit FamiliaUSA

From: Graham Cuthbert

This is to mention that on Sunday December 12 and 19 at 12:30 pm on the CTS TV station the "Food for Life" program is scheduled to carry a two part interview in which St. Mary's parishioner Cyril Dowling speaks with Fr. Bob Bedard.  In Ottawa CTS is carried on channnel 25 on Rogers Cable and it is available by antenna on UHF channel 32.

If you didn’t know - Cyril is leading the following project: SITE of the WEEK - a new version for us.  One that we have never done before, but because we love him {brother Cyril Dowling} so much, we are having our SITE of the WEEK, point to a SITE of the MONTH ... Remember last week’s? http://www.holyfamilyinstitute.ca

The following article is about quality movies - as an update - PLEASE NOTE that we are trying to bring Therese to Ottawa as a fundraiser for the Holy Family Institute

From: Walden Media 

To: Ted and Joanne Sabourin

Subject: I Am David

You have indicated an interest in quality, wholesome, family entertainment - like the movie Joshua.  We want to tell you about I Am David, a wonderful, life-affirming movie coming to theaters on December 3rd.

I Am David is the type of movie that you wish Hollywood would make all

the time.  The movie celebrates those things that are most dear and precious to us all - life, family and freedom. Jim Caviezel of The Passion of the Christ stars in this cinematic parable, which has been winning awards at film festivals and now has the critics standing up and taking notice.

The Critical Acclaim for I Am David is Amazing

"A wonderful movie!... I Am David is the kind of rare treat that restores your faith in cinema, reminding audiences that films can still inspire and uplift rather than degrade and debase... The perfect antidote for the formulaic and toxic excess of many mainstream movies... It has heart, and the gentle message it imparts - that life is a gift - is full of hope."  - David DiCerto, Catholic News Service

"No more memorable or moving film going experience has come along this year!"  - Bill Fentum, United Methodist Reporter

"So far the best film of the year!... An entrancing story for children and adults!"  - Phil Boatwright, Baptist Press

"A genuinely moving story that avoids cheap sentimentality and earns our emotional involvement... with a remarkable performance by young Ben

Tibber."  - Leonard Maltin, Entertainment Tonight

"A hymn to ordinary happiness - which those in the free world take for granted.. Rare indeed to find a serious film that is also moving, historically accurate, well-made and appropriate for the whole family." - Mona Charen, nationally syndicated columnist

"Artful, moving, and beautifully crafted. Superb performances make I Am David a film of unexpected emotional impact." - Michael Medved

More than a Movie

I Am David is a great movie - even the critics agree. But it so much more. It is a cinematic parable - a journey from oppression to freedom, from darkness to light, from distrust to love - a cinematic experience that allows us to reflect on the journey we are all making.

To amplify this movie experience or simply to learn more about this great movie please visit www.davidfaith.com . By visiting, you will find a FREE companion Bible Study Guide for I Am David.

This is an advertisement from: Walden Media | 294 Washington St. | Boston, MA 02108   (C) Walden Media.  All Rights Reserved.

From: Diane Naipaul {forthegloryofgod-ottawa} 
Subject: BLESSED SALT  Rev. John H. Hampsch, C.M.F.

Dear friends in Christ,

Found this information on Father Hampsch's website.  Many of you probably already know about this but perhaps you may want to forward the information to relatives and friends.  God bless.  Diane

click here to read

let me know - if you want some infor on this other Diane Naipaul forwarded email: Our Off-Season London Package Just Got Better!!!!

From: Carly Grant

Hello Friends,

A friend of mine (Teresa Hurley) has started a Dessert Catering Business.  She's a fantastic baker and I can personally vouch for the deliciousness of her desserts.  I've attached a Menu and Price List of the items she offers in case any of you might be interested in ordering anything for the holiday season (or any season for that matter!). 

Her prices are very reasonable and as I mentioned, her desserts are melt in your mouth delicious.  On the last page of the Menu/Price List you'll find her contact information and other pertinent ordering details.

Cheers, Carly   click here for the 6 page attachment

I checked a couple of sites and don’t find any “gimmick”

From: frank gernon

Subject: SAFETY RECALL NOTICE

There was an article in yesterday's paper about this. The bulbs are the  energy efficient type.

A recall for Globe Mini-Spiral Compact Fluorescent 13 Watt Light Bulbs is outlined below.  This is a very busy time of year but taking a minutes to check when and where your lights bulbs were purchased may very well eliminate a potential fire hazard.  Please pass this information on to your family and friends.  Have a safe and happy holiday!  Formation Safety Office Maritime Forces Atlantic

CBC MARKETPLACE: WARNINGS & RECALLS

Fujian Joinluck Enterprise Co. Ltd. recalls Globe Mini-Spiral Compact Fluorescent 13 Watt Light Bulb December 3, 2004

Fujian Joinluck Enterprise Co. Ltd. is recalling its Globe Mini-Spiral

Compact Fluorescent 13 Watt Light Bulb. These lamps were manufactured

with parts that Underwrites Laboratories Inc. did not investigate. The

parts can fail and melt a hole in the enclosure, posing a fire hazard and exposing the user to hazardous voltage. These lamps are not authorized to bear the UL mark.

Consumers should check any Globe Mini-Spiral 13 W lamps they purchased

to see whether or not they were manufactured from January 2002 through

April 2003. They should check the base of the bulb for the following date codes:

0202 BH0803 BH1402 BH342

0402 BH0903 BH1403 BH3502 BH0103 BH1003 BH1503 BH4102 BH0203 BH103 BH1603 BH4802 BH0403 BH1103 BH1703 BH4902 BH043 BH113 BH183 BH492 BH052 BH1203 BH193 BH5002 BH0603 BH123 BH2002 BH5102 BH0702 BH1302 BH203 BH512 BH072 BH1303 BH5202 BH073

The date code is found on the base of the bulb to the right of the Globe logo. Only those 13 Watt mini spiral bulbs with the  aforementioned date codes may be defective. Any 13 watt mini spiral bulbs bearing the new Globe logo are NOT affected.

Consumers who have the recalled product should immediately stop using

the lamps and contact the manufacturer at customerservice@globe-electric.com , or by phone at 514-694-0444, ext 151. The recalled bulbs can be returned to Joinluck Recall 10/04, 1453 Cornwall Road, Oakville, Ontario, L6J 7T5.

JOINLUCK will arrange, at no charge, for 2 (two) free 13-watt

replacement bulbs to be immediately sent to consumers. For further information, please contact: Electrical Safety Authority Ted Olechna Provincial Code Engineer (905) 712-5366 or Underwrites Laboratories Inc. Joe Hirschmugl 1-847-664-1508

JAMES 1:17