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Strengthening the Marriage Bond through Service to OthersLito and Arlene Martin have been married for 40 years. Members of the “Bukas Loob sa Diyos (BLD) Covenant Community” – a Catholic charismatic community – the couple reflects on how their marriage has been enriched by participation...Posted: Jan-18-2023 -
Epiphany of the LordPraying for the Sick and Faithful Departed If you or a family member is sick please let us know and we shall add their name to our prayer list which is posted in the gathering space of the church. We...Posted: Jan-06-2023 -
The Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of GodWith best wishes for the coming year As we celebrate The Solemnity of Mary, The Mother of God, we reflect with gratitude that we are able to gather in person to celebrate our Faith. We have so much to be...Posted: Dec-28-2022 -
The Nativity of the LordMass Schedule Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Saturday, December 31 5:00 p.m. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 6:00 p.m. until Midnight Sunday, January 1 – Full Schedule 8:00 a.m., 10:00...Posted: Dec-20-2022 -
Advent – A Time of Liturgical RenewalAs we make our Christmas preparations, plan holiday activities and catch up with old friends, our hearts are filled with memories of the past and our minds draft fresh resolutions for the future. We anticipate. We are hopeful. We feel...Posted: Dec-19-2022 -
4th Week of AdventChristmas Mass Schedule Christmas Eve –Saturday, December 24 (No 9:00 a.m. Mass and no confessions) 5:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m. (this mass is also livestreamed) 12:00...Posted: Dec-14-2022 -
CNEWA Canada Welcomes New National DirectorDr. Adriana Bara is the new national director of the Catholic Near East Welfare Association in Canada (CNEWA). Until her appointment, Dr. Bara directed the Canadian Centre for Ecumenism in Montreal, a not-for-profit organization founded in...Posted: Dec-13-2022 -
Travelling Mary and St. Joseph: A Catholic Alternative to Elf on the ShelfKasia Ryba is a Catholic wife and mother who belongs to her local Catholic Moms Group. She has been a speaker at ‘Calling All Girls: An Evening for Mothers and Daughters’ and has spoken on Midday Moms, a...Posted: Dec-07-2022
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The 3rd Sunday of AdventAdvent Confessions are available on: Monday, December 12th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 14th 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Friday, December 16th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00...Posted: Dec-07-2022 -
The 2nd Sunday in Advent2022 CHRISTMAS MARKET SUCCESS! A big thank you to all of those who participated and supported this year's Christmas Market. The vendors, patrons, Catholic Women’s League and The Knights of Columbus, Council 1626 who provided a complimentary...Posted: Nov-30-2022 -
Preparing our Hearts for AdventWhile Advent is the start of a new liturgical year, it has evolved to become many different things for different people. What is the real meaning of Advent? How can I allow this season to bring me closer to God...Posted: Nov-29-2022 -
The pandemic, mental health and Catholic priestsHow has the pandemic affected the well-being of priests? Three priest researchers from the Southdown Institute in partnership with an economics researcher from the Catholic University of Eichstaett-Ingolstadt in Germany studied the implications of priests as frontline workers...Posted: Nov-28-2022 -
1st Sunday of AdventPraying for the Sick and Faithful Departed If you or a family member is sick please let us know and we shall add their name to our prayer list which is posted in the gathering space of the church. We...Posted: Nov-24-2022 -
Ministries of Care Offers Hope Amidst LossDuring the month of November, we pray for all the souls of the faithful departed. The bereavement ministry is a ministry of care. Parish bereavement ministers reach out to parishioners who have had a loved one die in the past...Posted: Nov-23-2022 -
Christ the KingLUX VITAE Saturday, November 26th from 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. You are invited to attend our Christmas Market held indoor and outdoor this year! The Catholic Women’s League and other vendors will be...Posted: Nov-18-2022 -
33rd Sunday in Ordinary TimeSHEPHERD’S TRUST COLLECTION TODAY The mission of The Shepherds’ Trust is to help ensure that elderly and disabled priests are provided with sufficient financial resources to lead a dignified life after many years of ministry. Your...Posted: Nov-10-2022 -
A Faithful ShepherdIn light of the annual Shepherds' Trust collection for retired priests taking place this weekend (Nov. 12/13), here's a look at how Fr. Vitaliano Papais continues to serve the community as a faithful shepherd. Retirement is typically...Posted: Nov-09-2022 -
Red Wednesday: United with our Persecuted Brothers and SistersPontifical Charity Aid to the Church in Need (ACN)’s annual Red Wednesday campaign — taking place on November 16 this year — aims to shed light on the persecution and discrimination of Christians around the world. ACN&rsquo...Posted: Nov-08-2022 -
32nd Sunday in Ordinary TimeThe mission of The Shepherds’ Trust is to help ensure that elderly and disabled priests are provided with sufficient financial resources to lead a dignified life after many years of ministry. Your generous gift will help our priests to...Posted: Nov-03-2022 -
31st Sunday in Ordinary TimePraying for the Sick and Faithful Departed If you or a family member is sick please let us know and we shall add their name to our prayer list which is posted in the gathering space of the church. We...Posted: Oct-27-2022
