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Please keep in your thoughts and prayers…
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Those who have passed, especially…
Carlo DeLorenzi, Dwayne Wood, Editha Gochingco, Pauline Schumacher, S.Patric
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and those who are sick along with those who love and care for them, especially…
Agnes Young, Amanda Parsons, Amie Parry, Bob Gibson, Daniel D’Alimonte, Darlene Gauthier, Donna Mathieson, Ellie Duciaume, Joanna Ryan Carter, Jozsef Vincze, Lillian Jesty, Maura Finlay, Mavis Greville, Sandana Hibbert, Tara Hales, 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:
Alexandra Grace, Eleanor (Ellie), Enyinna
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those receiving their First Communion:
Harley, Stella
Happening at St. Joseph Church
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Did You Know? ⛪
Did You Know? ⛪
The Sanctuary – A Holy Place
Have you ever wondered why the sanctuary is treated with such great reverence? The sanctuary is the sacred space at the front of the church where the altar, ambo (the raised stand or lectern from where the scriptures are proclaimed), priest’s chair and other liturgical furnishings are located. At its heart is the altar; the altar is rectangular in shape as were the coffins in the catacombs of ancient Rome during times of Christian persecutions. The altar is both a place of sacrifice and a celebration where the divine meets humanity, the place of the covenant (God’s power and Glory), where the heavenly realm touches the earth.
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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!
Why Believe? Edith Stein: This Is True
Sr. Miriam James provides a quick take on the journey of Edith Stein, who went on from atheism to become not only a believer, but ultimately a nun and martyr
Clare and Francis
St. Francis and St. Clare both founded major religious orders. The accuracy of the story told with authentic spirit of joy and piety that inspired many to follow their radical call to live the Gospel
The Assumption
This video examines the dogma of the Assumption of Mary, as well as the many facets of the identity of the woman in the Apostle John’s vision in Revelation 12
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Happening elsewhere
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🎶 Share Your Gift of Music!
🎶 Share Your Gift of Music!
Do you have a passion for music and a heart for worship? St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Newcastle is seeking a volunteer to lead their 11:00 a.m. Choir.
If you feel called to inspire others through music and help lead the congregation in prayerful song, this could be a wonderful opportunity to serve.
For more information or to express your interest, please contact the parish office at 905-987-5446 or office@stfrancisnewcastle.ca.
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Pope’s Prayer Intention for Aug:
Pope’s Prayer Intention for Aug:
Pope’s Prayer is for Evangelization in the city. Let us pray that in large cities often marked by anonymity and loneliness, we find new ways to proclaim the Gospel, discovering creative paths to build community.
This month the Pope’s prayer intention is for evangelization in the city.
Large cities can be vibrant places full of life and diversity, but they are also often marked by anonymity and loneliness.
Many people in our cities quietly carry mental health challenges and mental illnesses, such as anxiety, depression, or addiction; living anonymously behind apartment doors, on crowded streets, or in homelessness.
Pope Leo XIV said, “So many people who suffer from different experiences of depression and sadness—they can discover that the love of God is truly healing.”
Let us pray we find new ways to proclaim the Gospel in our cities, discovering creative paths to build community and be a source of mercy and hope.
(Click here to read the Monthly Day for Prayer for Mental Health on the Pope’s Prayer Network)
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