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Please keep in your thoughts and prayers…
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Those who have passed, especially…
Doug Otterbein, Dwayne Wood, Pauline Schumacher, Ron Haynes, Zenaida Dimacali Frost
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and those who are sick along with those who love and care for them, especially…
Amanda Parsons, Bob Gibson, Debbie Leslie, Joanna Ryan Carter, Jozsef Vincze, Matthew Solman, Maura Finlay, Mavis Greville, Miah Marie Lu Lockyer, Peter Helm Jr., sandana hibbert, Teresa Jeronimo, Vanessa
Jesus, Our Lord, we ask you to have mercy on all who are sick. Give them your strength and love and help them carry this cross with faith. May their sufferings be one with yours, overcome the power of evil and lead others to our Father in Heaven. Lord Jesus, hear our prayer, for you are Lord forever and ever. Amen.
We also pray for…
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those being Baptized this week:
Gloria
Happening at St. Joseph Church
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World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly
World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly
On Sunday, July 26, the Church celebrates the 6th World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. This year’s theme, “I will never forget you” (Isaiah 49:15), reminds us that God’s love never fails and calls us to show that same love to the seniors in our lives. Pope Leo XIV invites us to spend time with grandparents, visit elderly neighbours or those in care homes, and ensure that no one feels forgotten. Let us give thanks for the wisdom, faith, and love our older generations share and keep them in our prayers.
Holy Father, who watches over every person, watch over me too when I am elderly.
You have revealed your name to me in Christ, and You were not discouraged by my frailties.
You hold me tenderly in your hands, and You caress my lines.
You will never forget me! (see Is 49:15).
Grant that I may not fear my weakness;
help me learn to love it just as You love it.Help me learn to listen to it just as You listen to it.
Help me embrace it just as You have chosen it – you who, though all-powerful, clothed yourself in humility.
May growing old strip away all our pride and all division so that we may live these years united in You.
You will never forget us! (see Is 49:15)
Amen.
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Did You Know? ⛪
Did You Know? ⛪
Our beautiful life-size statue of St. Joseph, the patron saint of our parish, was hand-carved in Italy from a single piece of wood. Originally designed to stand in the window above the altar, it is now located at the front left side of our church, where it continues to watch over our parish family.
You’ll also notice the large crucifix, a generous gift from the local Baptist minister when our church was built—a beautiful reminder that faith and Christian friendship can unite communities.
Surrounding our church are the Stations of the Cross—a series of 14 sacred images that lead us prayerfully through the final hours of Jesus’ life.
Each of our Stations was hand-carved from a single piece of wood in Oberammergau, Germany, the village renowned around the world for its Passion Play, making them both beautiful works of art and powerful expressions of faith.
At the First Station, you’ll find a sticker. Simply tap your smartphone —no camera or app is needed—and you’ll be guided from station to station.
Whether you’ve prayed the Stations many times or are discovering them for the first time, take a few moments before or after Mass to walk this sacred path.
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WEDNESDAY! Come walk, talk, and pray with us
WEDNESDAY! Come walk, talk, and pray with us
Take a break from the busyness of the week and enjoy the beauty of God’s creation, good conversation, and time for prayer.
Join us every Wednesday evening, July 15th to September 2nd, at 7:00 p.m. We’ll meet at the Bowmanville Valley South Parking Lot (Baseline Rd. between Spry Ave. and Hunt St.). Free parking is available.
Our walk is geared toward adults and follows a relaxed, moderate pace for about an hour along the paved trails beside Bowmanville Creek, winding through peaceful wooded areas. The route has few to no hills or obstacles. Well-behaved dogs are welcome too!
Please wear comfortable walking shoes, bring water and bug repellent, and dress for the weather.
If it’s raining, we’ll see you the following week.
Everyone is welcome! Invite a friend, neighbour, or family member—or simply come on your own. We’d love to walk, talk, and pray with you.
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Biting insects: more than a nuisance for many
Biting insects: more than a nuisance for many
Bug Spray Collection Continues!
For most of us, mosquitoes and other biting insects are simply an annoyance. For those without stable shelter, they can be much more than that. Constant exposure to insects can make daily life difficult, and ticks, in particular, can pose serious health risks.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our parish family, our bug spray collection has been a wonderful success! Your donations have been greatly appreciated by those receiving them through the food bank, library, and other community outreach programs. Such a small act of kindness can make a big difference in someone’s comfort, health, and dignity.
Because the need continues, we will continue collecting bug spray throughout the summer. A collection box is located in the church entrance. Thank you for helping us care for our neighbours in this simple but meaningful way.
Media Recommendations
Looking for something to watch, read or listen to? Check out these recommendations from formed.org.
All members of St. Joseph Church have free access to formed.org streaming service!
Sts. Joachim and Anne | Sacred Art
The discussion of Sacred Art and their theological meanings help us to understand how they can speak to us today, and the truth and beauty of the Gospel that reach Catholics worldwide
Lukas Storyteller: Saints Anne and Joachim
As the kids of the reef prepare in excitement for grandparents day. Noah helps them to learn more about the story of Anne and Joachim, the grandparents of Jesus
Ignatius of Loyola
St. Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Jesuits, often called “The Saint of Second Chances,” St. Ignatius was transformed from a self-obsessed sinner to a loyal and passionate soldier-saint
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Pope’s Prayer Intention for July: For respect for human life.
Pope’s Prayer Intention for July: For respect for human life.
Let us pray for the respect and protection of human life in all its stages, recognizing it as a gift from God.
This month the Pope’s prayer intention is for respect for human life. People who live with a mental illness can lead lives of faith and courage. But all too often the lives of people who are struggling with a serious mental illness are not valued and shown respect.
The value of a person’s life is not diminished because they live with a serious mental illness. Christ always loves people who are frail and vulnerable and gives them hope.
Pope Leo XIV said to a woman who lived with serious depression and survived a suicide attempt, “through contact with Jesus, even those who feel lost regain confidence in life … they can rise to live again.” The Holy father reminds us that “Life is a gift…even in the midst of pain and suffering.
Let us pray for the respect and protection of human life in all its stages, recognizing it as a gift from God.(Click here to read the Monthly Day for Prayer for Mental Health on the Pope’s Prayer Network)
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