Take a look at what’s been happening. Find past news items below!
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Updates from the Synod of Bishops
Letter of the Synod of Bishops to the People of God
Dear sisters, dear brothers,
As the proceedings of the first session of the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops draw to a close, we want to thank God with all of you for the beautiful and enriching experience we have lived. We lived this blessed time in profound communion with all of you. We were supported by your prayers, bearing with you your expectations, your questions, as well as your fears. As Pope Francis requested two years ago… READ MORE
Synthesis Report from First Session
In the late afternoon of Saturday 28 October 2023, the members of the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops released a synthesis report. This report is jsut one step along the Synodal path.
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Clergy away for study
Fr. Craig and Fr. Darlington will be away participating in the annual Clergy Study Days from November 7th to 9th. During that time, daily Mass will be available at St. Therese church in Courtice.
The adoration chapel will be closed, Tuesday through Thursday.
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Winter Prep Day
Winter is coming! Help our church get ready by coming to the winter preparation day on Saturday, November 11th from 10am to 2pm. On that day, we’ll prepare the grounds of our church for winter by tending gardens, cleaning up the outside, putting out salt bins, etc. There will be a break at 11am to observe Remembrance day and for lunch provided by the Knights of Columbus. Community service hours are offered for high school students.
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Memorial Mass
Each year in mid-November, St. Joseph’s Knights of Columbus Council 6361 celebrates a memorial Mass for Knights who have passed away. We invite spouses and families to join us on Sunday, November 12, 2023 at 9:00am.
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Upcoming retreats at Our Lady of Mount Carmel
What a friend we have in Jesus – November 3-5
Spend the weekend with Jesus and discover how to make Jesus your best friend, and how to cultivate this friendship in your everyday life. Jesus chose us as friends, He died for us as friends, He caused us to trust him as our friend, and he will remain our friend for the endless ages to come.
Forgiveness – What is It and Why Is It So Hard?
Forgiveness is about letting go of the past, understanding and moving on. Forgiveness is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself!
The Gift of Anger
Anger is both an energy and a gift. Anger can be a powerful tool that motivates us to rise to a challenge.
See details or sign up for these retreats or others.
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Visit the relics of St. Andre Bessette
St. Andre Bessette is the first Canadian living after Confederation to be canonized and a great many miracles of healing have been attributed to him. The saint was known especially for his devotion to St. Joseph and to caring for the sick.
Normally, his relics reside at St. Joseph Oratory in Montreal, but on Tuesday, November 14th, his relics will be brought to our parish.
6:00pm – Exposition of the relic of St. Andre Bessette and talks about the saint
6:30pm – Eucharistic Adoration
7:00pm – Holy Mass
7:45pm – Veneration with the relic and anointing with the oil of St. Joseph -
All Souls’ Day Candlelight Vigil
Let us pray together for all our deceased loved ones and commend their souls to our Lord. A candlelight vigil will be held on Thursday, November 2nd at 7pm.
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Statement by the CCCB on the Conflict in the Holy Land
Last week, Bishop William T. McGrattan, President of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops released a letter about the recent esclation of conflict in the Holy Land to the Catholic Faithful in Canada.
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Put all that leftover halloween candy to good use
Donate your leftover halloween candy to the St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank.
Your candy offerings will be added to the Christmas hampers that many depend on over the Christmas holidays.
Donations can be left in the bin at the entrance of the church.
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Pastoral Planning Goal One
After a lenthy period of prayer, discussion and reflection, our bishop has released a Pastoral Plan to guide the parishes of our Diocese over the next few years though six goals. For the next four months, we will focus on the first goal: To reach out and engage all people with the message of the Gospel.
It all begins with a discussion on Wednesday, November 1st at 6:30pm in the Columbus Hall.
No need to sign up; those wishing the join the conversation need only show up.Come with your ideas, your input and your love for sharing the Good News!
