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Please keep in your thoughts and prayers…
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Those who have passed, especially…
Alfredo S. Pascual Jr., Carmen Pascual, Catherine Huber, Dwayne Woods, Jamie Terry, Joan Beech, Kenneth Millichamp, Mavis Greville, Patricia McKinnon
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and those who are sick along with those who love and care for them, especially…
Amanda Parsons, Amie Parry, Barbara Verge, Bob Gibson, Daniel D’Alimonte, Darlene Gauthier, Debbie Leslie, Fiorella Delphino, Fr. Garry Leahy, Joe, Jozsef Vincze, Lillian Jesty, Marcelle Closs, Maura Finlay, Mavis Greville, Patrick Gomes, Shane Richard, Teresa Jeronimo, Wanda Kelly
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…
Happening at St. Joseph Church
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Join us for breakfast- this Sunday!
Join us for breakfast- this Sunday!
Please join us for the monthly Parish Breakfast this Sunday Sept 27th after both morning Masses, hosted by the Knights of Columbus. Full delicious breakfast for the low price of $8 per person – with children 12 and under admitted free with a paying adult.
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Emmaus Ministry Gathering
Emmaus Ministry Gathering
Why Do We Need a Catholic Mental Health Ministry?
Sunday, October 4 | 1:30–2:30 p.m.Mental health challenges touch almost every family, yet individuals often face these struggles in isolation or silence. A Catholic Mental Health Ministry bridges this gap by providing a safe, confidential space for spiritual accompaniment, prayer, and pastoral support. Grounded in Christ’s healing love, this ministry works to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health, companion individuals and families through difficult seasons, and connect them with vital professional resources.
Meet and Greet will explore:
- Need for mental health literacy in our faith community
- Training of a core team who utilizes established faith-based mental health resources.
- Steps to starting this ministry at STJ
If you are interested in learning more, attending an informational meeting, or helping us launch this supportive community at our parish, please contact Joan Miller at joyfulljoanrp@gmail.com.”
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Collection for the Needs of the Church in Canada
Collection for the Needs of the Church in Canada
The Collection for the Needs of the Church in Canada takes place next weekend, September 26th and 27th. Your offering begins in our parish but reaches far beyond; it helps support the mission of our diocese and joins the gifts of Catholics across the country in supporting the shared work of the Bishops of Canada: from providing catechetical resources for families, young people and parishes, to promoting respect for human life and the dignity of every human person, and accompanying migrants and refugees. Your gift helps strengthen the Church here at home and supports its mission across Canada. Please give prayerfully and generously next weekend. Donate in person next weekend or online any time.
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Christ-Centred Education Forum
Christ-Centred Education Forum
Parents, church leaders and teachers are invited to Knox Christian School (410 North Scugog Court, Bowmanville) on Friday, October 16th from 7pm to 9pm to for an evening of encouragement and conversation. The evening features a keynote presentation by Deani Van Pelt, OCT, followed by a discussion about what is happening in Christian education in Ontario and Canada and how we can work together to provide children with Christ-centred education—whether through homeschooling, Sunday School, Christian school, public or separate schools or other options. Event is sponsored by the Bowmanville Ministerial Association, clergy from various local Christian Churches who collaborate on projects in building unity among Christians.
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Guided by Grace
Guided by Grace
Navigating the complex issues that arise around end of life care and funeral planning can be filled with many obstacles, both for those facing such challenges as well as their loved ones. To help, a workbook, called “Guided by Grace” is freely available to help plan for those moments. Additionally, Hailu, the Lay Pastoral Assistant, is happy to offer a physical copy of the workbook and talk about getting the most from it. Physical copies of the workbook can also be picked up in the office.
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Sign a child up for First Communion and Confirmation preparation
Sign a child up for First Communion and Confirmation preparation
Sign your child up now for First Communion and Confirmation preparation! Here, candidates will learn how to encounter the love and healing of Jesus who feeds us with his very self. There are First Communion groups for children in grades 2 through 4 and groups for children in grades 5 through 8.
Additionally, there’s a Confirmation preparation group for students in grade 7 and above. During preparation, Confirmandii will accept the Gifts of the Holy Spirit while developing their own faith life. The preparation process includes: attending youth group gatherings, selecting a sponsor, completing a saint project and completing ten ‘Mass Journal’ entries. All details will be shared at an onboarding meeting.
If your child has not yet been Baptized, it’s still not too late! Children can prepare for Baptism and their First Communion and Confirmation concurrently.
⚠️ Don’t delay: registration closes in October! ⚠️
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Ordination of Andrew Roelands to the Transitional Diaconate
Ordination of Andrew Roelands to the Transitional Diaconate
By the laying on of hands and the invocation of the Holy Spirit, Andrew Roelands, who assisted here on weekends last year, will be ordained to the order of deacons on Friday, October 23, 2026, at 7pm at the Cathedral of St. Peter-in-Chains in Peterborough. All are welcome to attend this celebration. Please keep Andrew in your prayers as he prepares to follow Christ’s Call and serve His Church and the People of God.
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Emergency Relief for Nepal
Emergency Relief for Nepal
On the morning of August 26, a catastrophic flash flood swept through the Bhotekoshi–Trishuli river system in Nepal, near the Tibetan border, leaving families displaced and in urgent need.
Caritas Nepal responded quickly, assisting with rescue efforts and providing emergency food and essential supplies. Development and Peace – Caritas Canada is asking for our support to help save lives and bring relief and hope to those affected.
Please consider giving generously and keeping the people of Nepal in your prayers.
Donations can be made through Development and Peace – Caritas Canada.
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INVITATION: Catholic Social Teaching Workshop
INVITATION: Catholic Social Teaching Workshop
You are invited to a Catholic Social Teaching (CST) Workshop hosted by Susana Gomes, Development and Peace – Caritas Canada Representative at St. Francis Parish, Newcastle, on Saturday, September 26 from 1:00–3:00 p.m. in the St. Francis of Assisi Church Hall, 215 King Ave. E., Newcastle.
Using the Church’s “See, Judge, Act” model, this engaging workshop will explore local and global justice issues through the lens of our Catholic faith. Participants will discover practical, faith-based ways to discern, respond, and use their God-given gifts to make a difference in their communities and in the world.
Come learn how Catholic Social Teaching calls each of us to put our faith into action!
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Fall Campaign-Development and Peace — Caritas Canada’s
Fall Campaign-Development and Peace — Caritas Canada’s
Is Canada on Track for Justice?
Development and Peace – Caritas Canada invites Catholics across Canada to take part in its Fall 2026 campaign, Is Canada on Track for Justice? As humanitarian crises continue around the world, the campaign calls us to reflect on Canada’s responsibility to support those most affected by poverty, conflict and injustice.
Campaign Launch Webinar
📅 Saturday, September 26
🕜 1:30 p.m. ETJoin the webinar to learn about the impact of international aid cuts, why supporting global development is both a moral and strategic responsibility, and how we can help put Canada On Track for Justice.
Together, through prayer, awareness and action, we can help build a more just and compassionate world.
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Women’s Fall Retreat
Women’s Fall Retreat
We warmly invite you to the 17th Annual Women’s Fall Retreat, taking place on Saturday, October 24th, 2026, from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm at St. Michael Catholic High School, 2755 Hwy. 43, Kemptville, ON.
Please Join us for our women’s retreat centred on renewal, hope, and the invitation to encounter Christ more deeply because our hearts are made to know Him and to live in the power of His resurrection. This year, we are blessed to welcome Melanie Rabishaw as our guest speaker. In celebration of the 200th anniversary of the Archdiocese of Kingston, our theme is “To know Christ and the power of His resurrection” (Phil 3:10).
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Coming up at La Verna Ministries
Coming up at La Verna Ministries
La Verna House of Prayer is a place of Franciscan Spirituality located at 820 Frank Street in Peterborough. There, the Brothers look forward to sharing the many facets of Franciscan Spirituality. Here’s some of the programs offered:
The Franciscan Crown Rosary is a Catholic devotion consisting of seven decades of Hail Mary’s, with each decade honouring a specific joy in Mary’s life.
Healing Hearts is a Catholic Grief outreach to those who have suffered the loss of a loved one in the recent past.
Meditatio Franciscan Catholic Prayer.
Secular Franciscan Formation is for those wishing to benefit from the Franciscan Spirituality, practices and community!
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