Past News

Question: What item was developed in 1888 and helps to control odor? Answer: Deodorant, did you know that it comes in a variety of scents and can be used on more than just your underarms. Question: Which cleaning product can be used to clean more than one item? Answer: Dish Soap is not only used to clean dishes and cutlery but it can also be used to wash clothes.

Please consider picking up some deodorant, both men’s and ladies and dish soap this week, any variety you choose and dropping it into the food bank bin at the back of the Church. Your support makes a significant difference!

And if you have no time to shop, consider donating via e-transfer at: svdpbowmanville.donations@gmail.com – Create your own security question and use the security answer – foodbank. All donations over $20 are eligible for a donation tax receipt so please put your email address in the information section of the transfer.

The St. Vincent de Paul store in Bowmanville successfully reopened a year ago, thanks to the generous support of numerous parish and community members. However, we are currently seeking additional volunteers to ensure our continued success.

Why volunteer with us? Well, let me count the ways:

• You’ll be wrapped in a warm community hug with a truly commendable crew.
• Gain some nifty work experience while doing something totally unique!
• Help your neighbors and sprinkle a little kindness around town.
• Feel that pride swell in your chest and bask in the appreciation!
• Dive into a lively atmosphere that guarantees fun while you lend a hand.

So, why not jump on board? Join our team and help us make a difference!

If you’re itching to lend a helping hand, give our store a ring at (905) 623-7941 and chat with a manager to set up a meet-and-greet! Or, if you’re more of a click-and-type hero, hop onto our shiny new website and fill out the form under https://www.ssvpbowmanvillestore.org/volunteer

The Indigenous Reconciliation Fund (IRF) seeks to support projects that are determined by First Nations, Indigenous, and Métis partners that promote healing, dialogue, and education in our local communities. The IRF has awarded 8 grants worth nearly $160K across the Diocese of Peterborough. Learn more about these projects. Help us fund more worthy projects and reach our diocesan commitment of $400K by giving to the special collection on September 21/22. Donate in person at Masses on September 21st and 22nd or Learn more and donate online.

On the two-year anniversary of Pope Francis’s penitential pilgrimage to Canada, the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops has provided an update on the steps that the Catholic Church in Canada has taken to respond to the Holy Father’s calls for a future of justice, healing, and reconciliation. It encourages Catholics across the country to continue to listen to and support residential school survivors and Indigenous communities on this journey. See the message from the bishops of Canada.

Join us for breakfast on Sunday September 22nd after all Masses, hosted by the Knights of Columbus

In this session, Dr. Tim Gray shows how the life of a man named Cornelius intersects with Peter’s and redirects the New Covenant in a remarkable way. Peter points the Church to an all-encompassing love—and sets the stage for the work of the Apostle Paul.

Speaker and author Kimberly Hahn, wife of Dr. Scott Hahn and mother of six, is a convert to the Catholic Faith. Although honoring Mary was difficult for her to understand initially, she began to encounter Mary’s loving guidance in little ways on a daily basis. In this presentation, Kimberly reflects on the joys and sorrows that Mary prayerfully experienced during her time on earth, and shares how her example leads us closer to Christ.

You’ve almost definitely heard of Lord of the Rings, but do you know about its Catholic influence? Joseph Pearce, a leading Tolkien scholar, joins Chris to talk about the famed trilogy.

Kindred Spirits Participating the the 2024 Terry Fox Run

This weekend members of our parish Kindred Spirts Community will be participating in the 2024 Clarington Terry Fox Run.  The event starts Sunday morning across the street from our church at Memorial Park.  The Terry Fox Run is an annual event that continues the legacy of Terry Fox’s 1980 Marathon of Hope to raise awareness of and money for cancer research.  The Terry Fox Foundation continues to be rated as a “5 Star Charity” by Charity Intelligence Canada – an organization that looks at the work of Canadian charities in terms of effectiveness to their stated goal and transparency.   

To learn more about the Clarington Terry Fox Run or make a donation to the Run and the efforts of our Kindred Spirits team, please visit the following link:  https://run.terryfox.ca/team/kindredspirits

Covering the Biblical evidence for the authority of the Pope, the doctrine of Purgatory, devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Saints, the Sacrament of Confession, the Real Presence in the Holy Eucharist, and more, the remarkable set is an essential resource for answering the various objections that Protestants makes to the Catholic Faith.

Suffering is a mystery we all face at some time in our lives. Whether it is physical, emotional, or spiritual, it may test our faith. Internationally known speaker Jeff Cavins shares personal insights he gained through his own physical pain. He shows us how we can join our sufferings with those of Jesus on the Cross, bringing renewed meaning to the suffering we experience in our lives.