My apologies…Claudia’s birthday is FRIDAY, AUGUST 2nd. I knew that!
Believe it or not, two co-workers at my office are also celebrating on Aug 1st and on Aug 2nd. So many LEOS, I got a bit confused lol.
Correction…
Have a good week and happy birthday…
To Claudia on Thursday, August 1st!
And Dominic on August 8th!
See you all next Thursday!
In Remembrance
I received a call on Wednesday night at home, Mark Nakashima passed away and would we please do the music. When we sang in the church hall we would see Mark, his mom Elena and his brother Paul at mass every Sunday. You could tell how much they loved each other and we were lucky enough to know that they also loved us. Elena told us that all the time. I did not know them well but, we shared that sacred hour in prayer and in music week after week and year after year which bonded us, as with all of our parish families.
Even after 30 years of being involved in Music Ministry it is such a reminder that what we do really has only a little bit to do with music…but a lot to do with love and service. What a privilege to be invited to share in this most sacred moment for this family.
In remembrance…Mark Nakashima…eternal rest grant unto Him, O Lord. May he rest in peace.
NAKASHIMA, Mark Hiroshi
Passed away peacefully on July 15, 2019 in Royal Columbian Hospital at the age of 59. Mark was predeceased by his adoring father, Robert Takeshi Nakashima. He is survived and will be most lovingly remembered by his devoted mother, Elena Nakashima, his best pal and brother, Paul, his sisters, Sandra Waithe (Tom) and Ruth Ventresca (Paolo), his precious niece, Rebecca and cherished nephew and godson, William, as well as a posse of dear aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Mark’s easy going and loving nature was adored by all. He was an avid fan of NHL’s Habs, CFL’s BC Lions, and WWE’s John Cena. Mark’s gentle disposition, incredible courage, steadfast faith, and sweet smile will be greatly missed. He will always remain our hero. Prayers will be said at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 23 at St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church, 2888 Delahaye Dr., Coquitlam where a Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 24. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Muscular Dystrophy Canada.
Passed away peacefully on July 15, 2019 in Royal Columbian Hospital at the age of 59. Mark was predeceased by his adoring father, Robert Takeshi Nakashima. He is survived and will be most lovingly remembered by his devoted mother, Elena Nakashima, his best pal and brother, Paul, his sisters, Sandra Waithe (Tom) and Ruth Ventresca (Paolo), his precious niece, Rebecca and cherished nephew and godson, William, as well as a posse of dear aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Mark’s easy going and loving nature was adored by all. He was an avid fan of NHL’s Habs, CFL’s BC Lions, and WWE’s John Cena. Mark’s gentle disposition, incredible courage, steadfast faith, and sweet smile will be greatly missed. He will always remain our hero. Prayers will be said at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 23 at St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church, 2888 Delahaye Dr., Coquitlam where a Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 24. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Muscular Dystrophy Canada.
Published on July 20, 2019
Check Calendar & Welcome Back Jamie!
PLEASE CHECK CALENDAR…after a busy time we’ve updated the Google Calendar with members’ away dates (as we know them) and upcoming birthdays for the next couple of months!
A nice surprise…Jamie is in town from New York and will be on bass this Sunday.
Please meet Claudia – her story….
Hi everyone! My name is Claudia and I’ll be 23 on August 2nd. It was nice meeting and praying with you all the other day. Peggy asked me to tell you all a little about myself.
Since I was little I’ve been pretty sick and spent a lot of time in and out of the hospital. Then in 2010, I caught a virus that left me in a wheelchair and I had to re-learn to do many things… eat, drink, write and eventually walk. I wasn’t at school much, causing me to have anxiety especially in new situations. So one of my older sisters come places with me sometimes, like Melissa the other day (AKA my agent as Peggy calls her! haha)
For just over a year now I’ve taught myself to play piano as therapy. Faith, family and music are the three things that always got me through! Music is such a special way to share the peace, love and grace of Christ. A couple weeks ago I noticed your band was looking for a piano player and I felt I was meant to email Peggy. As unqualified as I feel to take on such a position I feel this is where God is asking me to be at this time in my life. I guess He truly doesn’t call the qualified, but qualifies the called. And what better place to expand my love for music then in the house of God. What you all do is beautiful! I hope in some small way I can add something to it and not mess up what you have all created together.
I may be a bit shy to start (I’m better at writing then speaking!) but I promise if you are willing to stick through the awkward shyness as I adjust to a new environment and faces, it’ll get better. I’ve never played with a band, singers or in front of people, so I’m a bit nervous but extremely grateful for your patience and willingness to have me. Many blessings!
This Week / Line-ups Posted
There will be NO practice this week.
Several line-ups posted, please check carefully for the current week’s music.
See you all on Sunday, sad day, our last mass with Fr. Scott. Just remember, the rest of the family is still here and not going anywhere. 🙂
Mass of Remembrance – Amanda Iacino
Thursday, June 6th Arrive 6:30PM for Mass time 7PM (Short practice thereafter)
From her obituary published on March 30, 2019;
Amanda Adrienne Iacino
Elijah Music Ministry 