March 6th eBulletin

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Saint Joseph Church

March 6th eBulletin

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Saturday, March 5th

8:00am - Daily Mass in the church and online

3:45pm to 4:15pm - Confessions available in the Confessional

4:30pm - Sunday Mass in the church and online

for the deceased members of the Knights of Columbus Council #6361

Sunday, March 6th

9:00am - in the church and online

for the soul of Deacon John Ezard

10:30am Rosary in the church

11:00am - Sunday Mass in the church and online

for the soul of Dr. Paul Hoy

7:00pm - Sunday Mass in the church and online

for the people

Celebrate Sunday with your children at home

Monday, March 7th

8:00am - Daily Mass in the church

for the soul of Vince Merry

Tuesday, March 8th

6:15pm to 6:45pm - Confessions in the church

6:30pm - Devotions in the church and online

7:00pm - Daily Mass in the church and online

Wednesday, March 9th

8:00am - Daily Mass in the church and online

for the Holy Family, in thanksgiving

6:30pm Edge Youth Group - The Invitation

7:00pm Daily Mass in the church and online

Thursday, March 10th

8:00am - Daily Mass in the church

8:30am - Gospel Reflection Group

11:00am to noon - Hour of Contemplation in the church

Friday, March 11th

8:00am - Daily Mass in the church and online

for the soul of Antonio Iantomasi

8:30am to 9:30am - Adoration in the church and online

5:30pm - The Search: dinner and discussion in the parish hall

7:00pm - Stations of the Cross in the church and online

Saturday, March 12th

8:00am - Daily Mass in the church and online

3:45pm to 4:15pm - Confessions available in the Confessional

4:30pm - Sunday Mass in the church and online

for the soul of Joan Noonan

Sunday, March 13th

9:00am - in the church and online

for the soul of Vince Merry

10:30am Rosary in the church

11:00am - Sunday Mass in the church and online

for the soul of Ian Paterson

7:00pm - Sunday Mass in the church and online

for the people

*** Special Notes for those worshiping with us in person ***

Face masks must be worn inside except for those with a medical exemption

Proof of COVID 19 vaccination is not required to worship with us

See all our pandemic policies and practices

Lent at St. Joseph Church

Get a printable summary of the pillars of Lent and an outline of what to expect this lent at our church!

Pillars of Lent

Celebrating New Life through Baptism

Congratulations Delaney and William who will be Baptized at

St. Joseph Church this weekend!

Keep them in your prayers

Join us this Friday!

***Why Are We Here?* *What’s Life All About?***

What Happens When We Die?

All are welcome – Dinner included – No cost

Each session begins with a simple dinner at 5:30pm. After dinner, participants watch a video and then openly discuss the most important questions of life.

The Search is a discussion series that tackles the key questions of every human heart. Guided by Chris Stefanick and experts from multiple fields of science, medicine, psychology, art and religion, participants will examine our place in the larger story of existence.

Week One – March 4th: What do you Seek?

With open hearts we begin with the question “what do you seek?” What is that deep longing in our hearts all about? We all live for something and strive for that something that is ultimately going to make us happy. But what is it?

Week Two – March 11th: Who are you?

If you’re just a body, then satisfaction in life should come from tending to simple bodily needs. Fill your stomach, be comfortable. But there’s more to you then that. To find clues as to the meaning of life, we first look at ourselves. Who am I? Is there more to us than meets the eye? We talk with neuroscientists, psychologists, composers, and artists to examine the mystery of you.

The Search - What do you seek? - March 4th - YouTube

The Search - Who are you? - March 11th - YouTube

Life's Questions demand to be answered!

See the preview

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Friday March 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th,
April 1st, 8th and 22nd

All sessions held at

St. Joseph Church Parish Hall

Help keep our church clean

Everyone is Welcome, mask required

One concrete way to give thanks for what God gives us is to help keep our place of worship, the centre of our faith community, clean. This cleaning ministry allows a special connection to our Lord in prayer and service.

The church cleaning ministry serves after every Saturday morning Mass. This is one of the easiest ways to get engaged with the activities of our parish and to contribute to our Sunday worship. If you are new and want to get to know other members of our parish, this is a wonderful ministry to take part in.

All material is provided. Just join after any Saturday morning Mass.

Praying for the Ukraine

Message from the CCCB

Message from Pope Francis

Keep in your thoughts and prayers...

Those who have died, especially...
Sr. Edna Viloria, Nicolas Rubejes
Vince Merry, Lois Auger
Peter Helm and Verna Michel

and those who are sick, especially...

Pauline Schumacher, Shane Maingot
Luke Maingot, Ainsley Richmond
Annie Maas, Pilar Viloria
Lynn Wainman, Heather Haug
Warren McIntosh and Bob Gibson

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.

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Indigenous Delegation to Rome, March 28th to April 1st

The Catholic Bishops of Canada are profoundly saddened by the residential school legacy and remain fully committed to working with Indigenous Peoples and communities across the country to support healing and reconciliation. The Pope had been prepared to welcome a delegation of leaders from indigenous communities of Canada this past December, but this encounter had to be postponed.

However, The Canadian Catholic Bishops, Assembly of First Nations, Métis National Council, and Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami are pleased to announce that the delegation to Rome to meet with Pope Francis, originally planned for December 2021, is now scheduled to take place at the end of March and early April of this year.

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St. Joe's EDGE Youth Group - Grade 5-8

every second Wednesday from 6:30pm to 8:00pm in the church hall beginning on March 9th.

Looking for a youth group filled with Fun, Friends, and Fellowship, You have searched the right place. Our youth ministry, called EDGE, is for students in grades 5 through 8.

Youth meet every second Wednesday from 6:30pm to 8:00pm in the church hall beginning on March 9th. Welcome invite to all grade 5-8 students, no need to register

This Lent, let’s put people and planet first

Development and Peace: a movement of solidarity

Established in 1967, Development and Peace ― Caritas Canada is the official international solidarity organization of the Catholic Church in Canada.

We partner with organizations in the Global South that promote alternatives to unjust social, political and economic structures and support women in their quest for equality and justice.

With the help of our 11,000+ volunteer members, we inform Canadians about the root causes of impoverishment and mobilize them to act for change. Our Lenten campaign, People and Planet First, offers you the opportunity to help protect vulnerable communities and ecosystems from corporate abuse.

To learn more about and to join our movement, visit devp.org.

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Message from CCCB President

Message from our Bishop

Solidary Calendar

➡hard copies are available at the back of the Church⬅

Learn more or sign up

Year of the Family Speaker Series

Presented by the Diocese of Hamilton

In Amoris Laetitia, Pope Francis writes: “The Synod process allowed for an examination of the situation of families in today’s world, and thus for a broader vision and a renewed awareness of the importance of marriage and the family. The complexity of the issues that arose revealed the need for continued open discussion of a number of doctrinal, moral, spiritual, and pastoral questions (2).” Our speaker series is designed to be educational and uplifting to provide support for each person on their journey. The series is a great opportunity to learn more about oneself, but, as importantly, to take part in and become familiar other members of the Diocesan family.

Lift Jesus Higher Rally:
More than Conquerers

Lift Jesus Higher Rally (LJHR) is an annual event for Youth and Adults that focuses on evangelizing through uplifting music, testimonials, reflections, Divine Mercy celebration and Eucharistic Adoration.

Whether you are coming for the first time or the twenty-ninth time, the Lift Jesus Higher Rally will open the door for God’s graces and blessings to flow into your life. It will be a day of compelling talks, spirit-filled praise and worship, and much more. Our special guests this year are Fr. Simon Lobo, Fr. Adam Maher, and Heather Khym.

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